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Court dismisses Emeka Ike’s N10bn suit against Wike’s aide, INEC
An Abuja Federal High Court has dismissed Nollywood actor Emeka Ike's N10bn suit against Lere Olayinka, aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and INEC over his voter registration details published on social media, with Justice Salim Ibrahim ruling Wednesday that the case was incompetent and improperly constituted
Beyoncé says 'music haters' use her haircare products
Beyoncé has shared her vision for her haircare brand, Cécred, in a new interview with i-D magazine, emphasizing that she wants the line to address real hair concerns and win over consumers through proven results rather than star power alone.
Rihanna blames non-voters for Trump's second-term win
Singer and Grammy winner Rihanna called out Americans who failed to cast their vote in the 2024 presidential election, in a declaration that they contributed to Donald Trump being re-elected.
Osimhen becomes father of two as partner welcomes baby girl
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen and his partner, Stefanie Kim Ladewig, have announced the birth of their second child, a baby girl named Liora Audrey.
Ronaldo thanks fans, says 'Ballon D’Or of All Time is also yours'
Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed gratitude to fans after his 2008 Ballon d’Or victory was voted the greatest of all time in a public poll organized by France Football .
NGF hails Okoko for historic Kenya golf triumph
President of the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF), Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, has congratulated 24-year-old Nigerian golfer Godwin Okoko on securing his maiden professional victory. Okoko clinched the Rift Valley Championship at Nakuru Golf Club in Kenya on Tuesday.
Oyedepo urges youths to embrace faith to overcome life’s challenges
Chancellor of Covenant University, Bishop David Oyedepo, has urged young people to strengthen their faith in God as a vital tool to navigate life's challenges and build a purposeful future. Oyedepo delivered the charge on Thursday during a Special Convocation Assembly held as part of the institution's 18th Convocation Ceremony in Ota, Ogun State.
‘If you’re with us, you must pay tithe’ — Apostle Ayintete
Cleric Apostle Harrison Ayintete has defended the practice of tithe collection in churches, insisting that members pay 10 per cent of their income to help cover operational expenses such as equipment maintenance, facility upkeep, and power supply.
Brazilian academic translates Femi Morgan’s poetry collection
Brazilian researcher and literary translator Samuel Delgado is translating Nigerian poet Femi Morgan’s collection Renegade into Portuguese, with full publication tentatively scheduled for 2027.
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PSC promotes 3,897 officers, elevates two DIGs
The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 3,897 police officers, including two Assistant Inspectors-General of Police to Deputy Inspectors-General and 10 Commissioners of Police to AIGs.
US names Nigerian among 16 most wanted over $55m fraud
The US Department of Labour has named Nigerian national Onoriode Ezewu among 16 fugitives on its first-ever Most Wanted List, targeting schemes involving over $55 million in stolen taxpayer funds.
FG unveils five-year employment plan for 2027–2031
The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive five-year employment strategy aimed at accelerating job creation and strengthening national workforce capacity. Under the plan, the government will upgrade 87 skills development and vocational training centres across Nigeria.
ECOWAS moves to curb substandard nursing, midwifery training
ECOWAS has initiated measures to eliminate substandard nursing and midwifery training institutions across the region. By establishing harmonised accreditation criteria and regional training standards, the bloc aims to ensure quality healthcare delivery, safeguard patient safety, and align health workforce qualifications across member states.
China warns U.S. against using human rights to interfere internally
China has warned the United States to cease using human rights as a pretext to interfere in its internal affairs and suppress its economic and national development, calling on Washington to respect its sovereignty and international norms.
Ethiopia, Russia partner to advance nuclear energy plans
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has expressed Ethiopia's interest in deepening bilateral cooperation with Russia in nuclear energy. Speaking on priority areas of partnership, Abiy highlighted specialist training, human resource development, and the application of nuclear technology in healthcare as key sectors for mutual collaboration.
Babalakin inspects MMA2 facilities ahead of regional flights
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, operator of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two in Lagos, has intensified work on facilities for regional flight operations following the settlement of its long-running concession dispute with the Federal Government.
Rabiu’s BUA Cement crosses ₦1tn revenue in nine months
BUA Cement Plc, controlled by billionaire industrialist Abdul Samad Rabiu, has recorded a 60 per cent increase in profit after tax, reaching ₦463.1 billion for the first nine months of 2026. The financial growth was primarily driven by higher sales revenue alongside slower growth in production costs.
PenCom targets 3m additional funded pension accounts
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has unveiled an ambitious plan to bring three million new active funded pension accounts into the Contributory Pension Scheme within one year. PenCom Director-General Omolola Oloworaran announced the target on Thursday during the National Pension Commission Conference and Awards in Abuja.
Kogi to distribute 3.14m mosquito nets to households
The Kogi State Government, in partnership with the Malaria Consortium, will distribute 3.14 million insecticide-treated nets across all households in the state from November 8 to November 15.
FG calls for harmonised nursing, midwifery standards in ECOWAS
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to aligning nursing and midwifery training standards across ECOWAS member states. The regional initiative aims to enhance the overall quality of healthcare delivery, facilitate professional mobility for healthcare workers across West Africa, and build more resilient health systems.
Lagos sets January 2027 deadline for mandatory health insurance
Lagos residents must obtain health insurance by Dec 31 before enforcement starts Jan 1, 2027 under Governor Sanwo-Olu’s new executive order.
NUC approves 3 PhD, 4 degree programmes for Miva Open University
Miva Open University has expanded its academic offerings to 37 programmes following NUC approval for seven new courses. The additions include three doctoral degrees and four undergraduate degrees. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tayo Arulogun noted that the expansion aims to broaden access, support working professionals, and meet evolving market demands, with further programme additions planned through 2027.
114 students to bag first class at Bells University
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abel Olorunnisola, gave the figure at the 18th Convocation Press Conference of the university on Wednesday.
NELFUND tests token-based payment system to eliminate fee refunds
NELFUND is testing a token payment system to prevent double school fee payments and streamline student loan refunds, says MD Akintunde Sawyerr.
NUPRC, SDN deploy methane tracker for 60% emissions reduction
NOGIET was formally handed over to the Commission Chief Executive of the NUPRC, Mrs Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
NNPCL to resume oil exploration in Borno
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has pledged to accelerate plans to resume oil exploration in Borno State. The commitment was confirmed on Thursday during a high-level meeting in Maiduguri between Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum and an NNPCL delegation led by Board Chairman Ahmadu Musa Kida.
Solar energy: Stakeholders demand stronger regulation, others
The call was made at the Abuja Solar Policy Roundtable, where the Special Assistant to the President on Climate Change Matters, Comrade Yussuf Olatunji Kelani, stressed the need for policies that support local manufacturing without increasing costs for consumers.
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.”
Kaduna swears in 21 appointees, urges focus on governance
Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, has urged 21 newly sworn-in political appointees to prioritise service delivery and discharge their duties without fear or favour, insisting that governance must continue despite the election season.
2027: Arewa will return Tinubu to Aso Rock – APC-PCC
Kwankwaso spoke against the backdrop of the massive turnout and endorsement of Tinubu at the formal kick-off of the APC Presidential Campaign on Saturday in Kaduna.
State police not for witch-hunt, says Jigawa Speaker
The Jigawa State House of Assembly has approved a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across Nigeria. Addressing concerns over political misuse.
NCC launches tool to detect fake, cloned phones
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called on consumers to verify the authenticity of mobile phones before buying them to curb the spread of counterfeit, cloned, and stolen devices.
Swiss tech firm urges Nigeria to build local technology capacity
Swiss tech firm Logitech has urged Nigeria to build indigenous technology capacity, systems, and data infrastructure, with West Africa Cluster Head Kayowa Ogunrinde emphasizing self-reliance and local data protection after receiving the Visionary Leader in Technology and Business Award at the 7th CIO and C-Suite Awards Africa 2026 in Lagos.
Telecom operators seek free right-of-way to cut data costs
High right-of-way charges are driving up telecom costs and slowing network expansion in underserved areas, ALTON has warned.
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