$700bn mineral: ITUC-Africa raises alarm over US–Nigeria deal

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$700bn mineral: ITUC-Africa raises alarm over US–Nigeria deal

AdminOctober 1, 2026

By Victor Ahiuma-Young The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has raised concerns over the Nigeria–United States critical minerals framework, warning that Nigeria must ensure its mineral wealth contributes directly to the country’s development rather than creating another form of economic dependency.In a statement by its General Secretary, Akhator Joel Odigie,...

East-West Road: Oborevwori mobilises Julius Berger

AdminOctober 1, 2026

By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha ASABA — Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has mobilised Julius Berger Nigeria Plc to commence emergency remedial works on the collapsed section of the East-West Road at Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state. The section of the major highway collapsed on Tuesday following torrential rainfall, leaving...

Nigeria Pushes for Stronger Partnership with Hungary — Envoy

AdminOctober 1, 2026

ABUJA — Nigeria’s Ambassador to Hungary, Engr. Abasi Braimah, has said Nigeria is ready to deepen cooperation with Hungary, other European partners and the wider international community in areas of mutual interest. Braimah, in his Independence Day address in Budapest on Thursday, also called for stronger educational, cultural and people-to-people exchanges between Nigeria and Hungary....

Three Suspects Arrested as Navy Seizes 80,000 Litres of Stolen Crude

AdminOctober 1, 2026

The Nigerian Navy Ship Delta, in a joint operation with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, has arrested three suspected drug traffickers, recovering illicit substances and approximately 80,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil. Information from the security agency said the arrests and seizure were made in two separate anti-crude oil theft joint operations involving...

Travellers Reportedly Abducted by Bandits in Imo

AdminOctober 1, 2026

OWERRI — Armed men suspected to be bandits have reportedly kidnapped travellers along the Owerri-Onitsha Expressway in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State. A source, who pleaded anonymity, said the attackers intercepted two commercial buses travelling from Onitsha to Owerri around the Umunoha axis of the expressway on Thursday morning. The source said several...

7 takeaways from President Tinubu’s independence speech

AdminOctober 1, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria has moved beyond the period of economic reforms and entered what he described as an “age of prosperity”, urging Nigerians to look forward rather than return to policies that, according to him, deepened the country’s economic problems. Tinubu stated this in his Independence Day address to Nigerians on Thursday...

Super Eagles Clarify Ola Aina’s Absence in Guinea-Bissau AFCON Qualifier

AdminOctober 1, 2026

The Super Eagles media officer, Promise Efoghe has provided clarification regarding the absence of Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina from Nigeria’s 3-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau in Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match. The Djurtus flogged the Super Eagles of Nigeria 3-0 to claim an unexpected victory over the three-time African champions. Aina, who...

Queiroz Faces Ghana Exit After Back-to-Back Defeats in AFCON 2027 Qualifiers

AdminOctober 1, 2026

Carlos Queiroz is set to leave his position as head coach of Ghana’s senior national team following a disastrous start to the Black Stars’ 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, with discussions over his future reportedly reaching a decisive stage. The development comes after Ghana suffered back-to-back defeats in their opening Group C fixtures,...

Fintiri Pardons Nine Inmates, Reduces Death Sentence to Life Imprisonment

AdminOctober 1, 2026

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has pardoned nine inmates serving various terms in correctional facilities. Those pardoned and discharged are Abubakar Dajo, serving at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Jos, Plateau State; Zabadi Ayuba and Salvation Nyamso, both at the Numan Custodial Centre, Adamawa State. Amir Idris, Mohammed Saidu, Yaro Sambo, Buhari Salisu, Urube...

NCC, ALTON Unveil Free Daily Data Initiative for Educational Platforms

AdminOctober 1, 2026

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), will on October 1, 2026, roll out the Zero Rated Data Access to Approved Educational Platforms and Content Initiative. The programme supports the Commission’s mandate to promote modern, universal, efficient, reliable, affordable, and accessible communications services across Nigeria....

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Senate Rejects Electoral Act Amendment Ahead of 2027 Elections

AdminOctober 5, 2026

The Senate has ruled out any review of the Electoral Act 2026 before the 2027 general elections, despite renewed concerns over provisions recently restored by the Supreme Court. The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Yemi Adaramodu, said the National Assembly had concluded the electoral reform process and would not alter...

Irewole Olaniyan Breaks Silence on Alleged Affair With Married Man

AdminOctober 5, 2026

Nollywood actress Irewole Olaniyan has addressed allegations that she was involved with a married man, following a social media post by a netizen, Mary Edris, who identified herself as the man’s wife. Mary had accused the actress of having an affair with her husband and claimed she had previously reached out to Irewole privately to...

Mercy Chinwo Celebrates Son’s New Age, Calls Him Her “Answered Prayer”

AdminOctober 5, 2026

Popular gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has penned a heartfelt birthday tribute to her first son, Charis, describing him as her joy, her peace, and her answered prayer. Sharing a video of herself and the celebrant on Instagram, she noted that she thought she knew what love was until he came into her life. The powerful...

I’m not a gigolo – Sheggz says he splits bills with Bella

AdminOctober 5, 2026

Former Big Brother Naija reality star, Sheggz Olusemo, has dismissed claims that he depended financially on his ex-girlfriend, Bella Okagbue, during their relationship. Speaking in a recent interview, Sheggz said the claims that he collected money from Bella became popular after their relationship ended without leading to marriage. He said the reports did not reflect...

How Mai Atafo’s tailored vision is reshaping African fashion

AdminOctober 5, 2026

From his razor-sharp bespoke tailoring and luxury bridal wear to creating red-carpet looks for some of Africa’s biggest stars, Nigerian fashion designer Mai Atafo has built a brand around exclusivity. Now, he is immersed in preparations for a Lagos fashion show coming later this month. After pulling off an outstanding 90-minute show in Lagos in...

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