May 1, 2026

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja-

UPDATED: Tinubu accepts INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu’s exit, confers Nigeria’s highest honour on him President Bola Tinubu, Nigerian First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu and outgoing INEC chairman, Mahmood Yakubu

UPDATED: Tinubu accepts INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu’s exit, confers Nigeria’s highest honour on him

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- October 8, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally accepted the exit of Professor Mahmood Yakubu from his role as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following the conclusion of his constitutionally allowed two-term tenure. Appointed first in November 2015, Professor Yakubu served as the 14th head of Nigeria’s electoral...
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Zulum rewards dedicated Igbo health worker with house, automatic employment for her son Gov. Zulum presents a furnished two-bedroom house to Igbo health worker, Mrs. Marbel Ijeoma Duaka, for her dedicated service; her son Anthony also receives automatic employment."

Zulum rewards dedicated Igbo health worker with house, automatic employment for her son

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri October 8, 2025
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has presented a fully-furnished two-bedroom house to an Igbo health worker, Mrs Marbel Ijeoma Duaka, in recognition of her dedication and service to the people of the state. Mrs Duaka, who is from Anambra State, was among the 72 teachers and health...
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Tinubu withholds signature on 2 key bills, cites legal and financial concerns President Bola Tinubu

Tinubu withholds signature on 2 key bills, cites legal and financial concerns

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- October 8, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declined to give his assent to two legislative proposals recently passed by the National Assembly, citing significant flaws in both bills. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that the bills in question are the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology Establishment Bill, 2025, and the National Library Trust...
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“Governance is no dancing matter” — Omisore declares 2026 Osun governorship ambition Former Osun State Deputy Governor Iyiola Omisore

“Governance is no dancing matter” — Omisore declares 2026 Osun governorship ambition

By OLA MODUPE, Osogbo October 8, 2025
Former Deputy Governor of Osun State and ex-National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Iyiola Omisore, has officially declared his intention to run for governor in the August 8, 2026 election, vowing to bring focused leadership and structural transformation to the state. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday...
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Okpebholo blasts Obaseki for commissioning incomplete projects in Edo Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo

Okpebholo blasts Obaseki for commissioning incomplete projects in Edo

Tom Chiahemen October 8, 2025
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has sharply criticised his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, for commissioning projects that remain incomplete, calling the move misleading and unfair to the people of the state. During an unscheduled inspection of the Stella Obasanjo Hospital and the Iyaro Education Hub in Benin City on Tuesday,...
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Setback in Emefiele’s $4.5bn fraud trial as forensic test stalls over dispute Former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele and court gavel

Setback in Emefiele’s $4.5bn fraud trial as forensic test stalls over dispute

Tom Chiahemen October 8, 2025
A key forensic examination in the ongoing $4.5 billion fraud trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has hit a major roadblock following disagreements between the prosecution and defence teams. The stalled analysis—focused on WhatsApp messages and data extracted from a mobile phone tendered as...
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Soludo: Anambra edges closer to zero out-of-school children milestone Soludo: Anambra edges closer to zero out-of-school children milestone

Soludo: Anambra edges closer to zero out-of-school children milestone

Tom Chiahemen October 8, 2025
Anambra State is fast approaching the remarkable milestone of having virtually no out-of-school children, thanks to sweeping reforms in its public education sector, Governor Chukwuma Soludo has declared. Speaking during the 2025 World Teachers’ Day celebration and endorsement rally organised by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Awka...
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Rugby: Nigeria’s Green Falcons crush Ghana 40–0 in Lagos showdown Rugby: Nigeria's Green Falcons crush Ghana 40–0 in Lagos showdown

Rugby: Nigeria’s Green Falcons crush Ghana 40–0 in Lagos showdown

Tom Chiahemen October 8, 2025
Green Falcons of Nigeria delivered a commanding performance on Tuesday, routing Ghana’s Leopardess 40–0 in a thrilling international rugby friendly held at the Alaro City Rugby Pitch in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. The match, organized as part of Nigeria’s build-up to the upcoming World Rugby Series in Canada later this month,...
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2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles camp swells to 18 players in South Africa Super Eagles

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles camp swells to 18 players in South Africa

Tom Chiahemen October 8, 2025
Eighteen players have now checked into the Super Eagles’ training base in Polokwane, South Africa, as preparations ramp up for Nigeria’s opening 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho on Thursday. Promise Efoghe, the team’s media officer, confirmed the update to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on...
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Nigeria Customs Service fixes Oct. 9 for recruitment test Comptroller-General of NCS, Adewale Adeniyi

Nigeria Customs Service fixes Oct. 9 for recruitment test

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja October 8, 2025
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced that its recruitment examination for junior-level positions will take place on October 9, marking the next phase in its ongoing employment drive. The Computer-Based Test (CBT), which targets applicants for the Inspectorate and Customs Assistant cadres, is part of the agency’s efforts to...
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Beyond 2027: ADC’s plan to rewrite Nigeria’s political story, says David Mark Former Senate President, David Mark

Beyond 2027: ADC’s plan to rewrite Nigeria’s political story, says David Mark

Tom Chiahemen October 8, 2025
National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has emphasized that the party’s vision extends far beyond simply winning the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the party’s inaugural National Working Committee (NWC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, Mark made it clear that ADC is focused on...
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Tinubu’s Minister Uche Nnaji resigns over certificate forgery scandal Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji

Tinubu’s Minister Uche Nnaji resigns over certificate forgery scandal

Tom Chiahemen October 7, 2025
In a political shake-up that has gripped the nation, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has officially tendered his resignation following intense scrutiny over the authenticity of his academic and NYSC credentials. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga confirmed the development in a brief statement released Tuesday,...
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Yakubu steps down as INEC Chairman, hands over to Agbamuche Professor Yakubu handing over to Mrs Agbamuche as INEC Acting Chairman

Yakubu steps down as INEC Chairman, hands over to Agbamuche

By JOHN ONAH, Abuja October 7, 2025
​Professor Mahmood Yakubu has concluded his tenure as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). His departure, which comes as his second and final five-year term is expected to end in November 2025, has prompted a transition in leadership. ​Acting Chairman Appointed ​Following his stepping down, Mrs....
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Tinubu asks reps to approve $2.34bn foreign loan, $500m debut sovereign Sukuk to tackle 2025 budget President Bola Tinubu

Tinubu asks reps to approve $2.34bn foreign loan, $500m debut sovereign Sukuk to tackle 2025 budget

Tom Chiahemen October 7, 2025
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the House of Representatives to approve the Federal Government’s plan to secure $2.34 billion in external funding. According to details read by House Speaker Rep. Abba Tajudeen during Tuesday’s plenary session, the president also sought legislative backing for a proposed $500 million sovereign...
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“Hunger cannot be defeated with words” — Akpabio urges lawmakers to champion bold economic reforms Senate President Godswill Akpabio

“Hunger cannot be defeated with words” — Akpabio urges lawmakers to champion bold economic reforms

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- October 7, 2025
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has issued a passionate call to members of the National Assembly to act boldly and decisively in tackling Nigeria’s deepening economic crisis, warning that millions of Nigerians can no longer afford inaction. Speaking at the Senate’s resumption of plenary in Abuja on Tuesday, Akpabio underscored...
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Dasuki’s N33.2bn fraud trial stalls again as court delays proceedings until October 31 former National Security Adviser (NSA), retired Col. Sambo Dasuki

Dasuki’s N33.2bn fraud trial stalls again as court delays proceedings until October 31

Tom Chiahemen October 7, 2025
The high-profile fraud trial involving former National Security Adviser, retired Colonel Sambo Dasuki, has once again been postponed. An Abuja High Court on Tuesday pushed the proceedings to October 31, allowing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) additional time to list a key witness. Dasuki is facing a...
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Court dismisses criminal charges against Qatar Airways CEO, others Court gavel

Court dismisses criminal charges against Qatar Airways CEO, others

By JOY ADARA, Abuja October 7, 2025
A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out the criminal proceedings brought by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) against the Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Airways, Mr. Temi Birdzell, and three other senior officials of the airline. Justice James Omotosho made the ruling on Tuesday,...
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2027: DSK under pressure to join Taraba Governorship race Former Taraba State Governorship aspirant, David Sabo Kente (DSK)

2027: DSK under pressure to join Taraba Governorship race

By JOHN MKOM, Jalingo October 7, 2025
A prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) figure and former gubernatorial aspirant, David Sabo Kente—widely known as DSK—has revealed that he is facing increasing pressure from political and socio-cultural groups in Taraba State to contest the 2027 governorship election. Speaking during a phone conversation with journalists in Jalingo on Tuesday,...
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Zulum commissions housing complex for teachers in Mafa Governor Zulum on Tuesday commissioned the new housing complex for teachers in Mafa

Zulum commissions housing complex for teachers in Mafa

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri October 7, 2025
 Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has commissioned a 72-unit housing complex, comprising two and three-bedroom apartments, for teachers in Mafa Local Government Area of the state. The project is part of the efforts by the administration of Zulum to address the critical shortage of teachers’ accommodations and improve...
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