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Blessing CEO begs forgiveness over past comments after son's death
Social media personality Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has appealed for forgiveness over her past comments about painful experiences, saying the death of her nine-year-old son has made her understand the depth of grief.
Mbah taps Nollywood star Okonkwo for Enugu creative industry role
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has brought Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo into his administration as part of efforts to strengthen the state's film and creative industry.
‘100 Ways to Stay Single in Lagos’ debuts in 3 African countries
Titled 100 Ways to Stay Single in Lagos, the series premiered in Cape Town, South Africa, on October 29, alongside the 2026 MIP Africa event.
Mane, Hakimi, Diaz nominated for CAF Men's Player of the Year
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the names of nominees for the 1016 Men's Player of the Year award,
CAF releases nominees for 2026 Coach of the Year
CAF unveils the 2026 Men's Coach of the Year nominees ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for December 7 in Lagos, Nigeria.
I didn't feel good after Jesus de Miguel's death – Raphinha
Miguel died after a collision with Real Oviedo goalkeeper Jesus Owono. A clip of the incident sent the football world into mourning, with UEFA announcing a moment of silence at this week's Champions League games. The Royal Spanish Football Federation also postponed all domestic fixtures for three days.
Ex-Miss Taraba Comfort Williams is dead
Former Miss Taraba, Comfort Williams, has died, barely a year after she was appointed Assistant Managing Director of Prime Planet Event Managers, organisers of the Mr and Miss Taraba beauty pageant.
Youth Olympics: 23-year-old artist wins Dakar 2026 medal design contest
23-year-old Senegalese visual communication student Atoumane Seck has designed the reverse side of the official medals for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Seck earned the honor after winning a design competition organized by the International Olympic Committee in partnership with Senegal's National School of Fine Arts.
Pastor Odukoya reacts to backlash after unveiling new wife
In a post on social media, he said, “If you didn’t die for me, you can’t condemn me,” amid conversations surrounding his new marriage and the couple’s appearance.
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Emir of Gaya suspends Kano village head over alleged misconduct
The Gaya Emirate Council in Kano State has suspended the village head of Shagogo, Alhaji Abbas Ibrahim, over allegations of gross misconduct, according to a statement issued on Wednesday by the council’s Information Officer, Jamilu Adamu.
Flooding: SSDC, CR-SEMA move to clear blocked drains in Calabar
The exercise began on Wednesday following a final assessment of drainage channels in Kasuk Qua Clan 2, the first community to benefit from the intervention.
Teenager pushed from storey building in Imo dies
The Imo State Police Command has said that 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, aged 26, on November 1, 2026, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, Owerri, has sadly died.
South Africa steps up security for municipal elections
The South African government has heightened security across all provinces as citizens cast votes in local government elections amid escalating social tensions. Law enforcement agencies, supported by military deployments, remain on high alert to secure voting centers, prevent political violence, and guarantee electoral integrity.
Obama hails Democrats’ midterm victory as ‘clear message’
The Democrats wrested control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate from President Donald Trump’s Republicans in Tuesday’s elections, marking a decisive rebuke of his administration with two years left in his term.
S/Africa says U.S. midterm results usher in new era
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday that the results of the United States midterm elections would usher in a new era in world relations.
C’River: NCS seeks Tinapa revival for improved investment, export opportunities
The Acting Customs Area Controller, Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone/Akwa Ibom Area, DC Nkeiruka Nwala, made the statement when she visited the Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, on Wednesday.
Ibadan Startup Festival targets growth, emerging market jobs
Organisers of the Ibadan Startup Festival (ISF) have announced plans to use the fourth edition of the annual event to drive startup growth, innovation and job creation in emerging markets.
British food businesses hit by cyberattack
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) said it was aware of “a couple of instances” in which vulnerable technology had been exploited in Britain.
Lagos Health District 1 seeks stronger partnership for PHC
This year's retreat brought together health administrators, medical directors, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to discuss the theme, “Constraints to Creativity: Harnessing Untapped Resources in Primary Healthcare.”
Anambra is Nigeria’s pharmaceutical capital, says Soludo
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has reaffirmed Anambra State’s position as the leading pharmaceutical hub in Nigeria. Speaking on the strategic role of health professionals, he described pharmacists as indispensable partners in achieving quality healthcare delivery and sustaining a productive society.
Lagos home seeks support for 41 special needs residents
The Lady Atinuke Oyindamola Memorial Home for Special Needs has appealed to government authorities and philanthropists for urgent funding to support its 41 residents. Founder and CEO Mrs. Elsie Akerele made the call during a press conference in Lagos held to launch the NGO's 2026 Awareness Month.
Kaduna tertiary workers threaten strike over unpaid allowances
Workers in Kaduna State-owned tertiary institutions have threatened industrial action over unpaid salaries and allowances, giving the state government 15 days to address their grievances.
2026 ranking: Universities, polytechnics await Dec 15 results
The Chairman of the Nigerian Tertiary Education Ranking Advisory Committee, Prof Peter Okebukola, disclosed this in Abuja, saying the training was part of efforts to improve research quality and strengthen the global competitiveness of Nigerian institutions.
FUNAAB mourns as student dies after sickle cell complications
The union announced the tribute scheduled for Friday evening at COPLANT, inviting students to gather and pay their last respects to the deceased.
Nigeria added 600,000 bpd to oil output - Bayo Ojulari
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited announced that ongoing structural reforms have boosted national crude oil production by 600,000 barrels per day, raising total output from 1.2 million to 1.8 million barrels per day. The state oil firm noted that this significant supply recovery places Nigeria in a stronger position to secure international energy investments.
Stakeholder network hands petroleum regulator methane tracker
The Stakeholder Democracy Network has transferred ownership of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Emission Tracker platform to the country's petroleum regulator to enhance environmental monitoring. Combining satellite surveillance with ground data, the system enables real-time detection of methane leaks and emission hotspots to strengthen regulatory enforcement.
ADIPEC 2026: NNPC woos investment across energy value chain
State energy firm NNPC Limited joined global governments, national energy companies, and industry executives at the opening of ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi. The conference brings together international stakeholders to discuss investment opportunities, energy security, and sustainable industry practices.
Betta Edu @40: Celebrating leadership, grit and public service
Birthday tributes are no lengthy religious sermons, but how does one describe in a few words a vibrant young woman who, despite her age, exudes the wisdom of a 90-year-old?
Why Tinubu’s 2027 march started in Kaduna
History has a way of choosing its own geography. When President Bola Tinubu chose Kaduna to flag off his 2027 re-election campaign on Saturday, October 24, 2026, he chose more than a location. He was sending a historic message.
Does Nigeria truly have over 103 million voters?
Ahead of Nigeria’s general elections in January and February 2027, Africa Confidential warns that “turnout in the elections is likely to be even lower than the average 26.7% four years ago. Nigerian voters are among the least enthusiastic in the world…. Out of more than 93.4 million registered voters, 24.9 million total votes were cast. This represented an 8.03-point decline from the 2019 elections and was the lowest voter turnout since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999.”
2027: ADC inaugurates C’ River campaign council
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday in Calabar inaugurated a 63-member campaign organisation in Cross River ahead of the 2027 general elections.
ADC unveils venue for Atiku's presidential rally in Sokoto
In a statement on Wednesday, the ADC Sokoto State Presidential Campaign Co-ordinator, Senator Ibrahim Abdullahi Lamido, said the rally will be held at the ADC Secretariat, No. 1, Ilorin Road, Sokoto.
2027: Learn from Americans, reject APC – ADC tells Nigerians
The ADC has urged Nigerians to learn from Tuesday's US midterms, where voters rebuked the ruling Republican Party, saying power in a democracy belongs to ordinary citizens armed with their votes.
FG laying solid AI foundation for businesses to thrive—Minister
Dr Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, says the Federal Government is laying the foundation for Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption in Nigeria.
Google launches free offline AI learning hub for Nigerians
Google has launched a free digital learning platform allowing Nigerians to acquire artificial intelligence and broader tech skills offline. The regional initiative aims to equip three million Africans by 2030, targeting 250,000 graduates by the end of 2026 to help close the continent's digital skills gap.
Polish defence giant eyes Nigeria for drone technology transfer
Patryk Stec, Product Manager at WB Group, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on the sidelines of the just-concluded Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 in Lagos.
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