Wednesday, October 7, 2026

News Agency of Nigeria

September 25, 2026

Court discharges ex-Edo deputy governor Godwins Omobayo of contempt

Mr Omobayo was charged with allegedly refusing to vacate the deputy governorship position after a valid court judgment on July 17, 2024.

September 25, 2026

Nigeria, Germany deepen partnership to boost steel industry growth

The federal government says it is committed to strengthening industrial cooperation with Germany in steel development.

September 25, 2026

El-Kanemi Warriors ready for Raja Casablanca, chairman says

The chairman of El-Kanemi Warriors Football Club of Borno, Waziri Isah, says the club is ready to defeat Raja Casablanca in the CAF Confederation Cup.

September 25, 2026

Jigawa:‌ Police nab seven alleged cattle rustlers

The police command in Jigawa says it has apprehended seven suspected cattle rustlers and recovered eight cows.

Cattles
September 25, 2026

Enugu: Gov Mbah suspends traditional ruler for misconduct

The Enugu government has suspended the traditional ruler of Ibagwa Opi Ogbozalla autonomous community in Nsukka LGA, Williams Ezugwu, for misconduct.

Peter Mbah
September 25, 2026

Flood displaces 3,500 people in Anambra

NEMA says floods have displaced more than 3,500 people in the riverine community of Ogbaru Local Government Area in Anambra.

Anambra flood
September 25, 2026

Opposition parties urged to resolve leadership crises

Political scientist Slyvster Akhaine has urged opposition politicians to set aside personal ambitions and resolve leadership issues for a strong outing against the APC in 2027.

September 25, 2026

NMDPRA: Petrol receipts rise 11% as Dangote refinery exceeds capacity 

Daily petrol receipts rose 11 per cent to 50.5 million litres in August, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority reported.

Attendant selling fuel
September 25, 2026

Scrap dealers declare two-week strike from October 1 over alleged irregularities

“The action will continue indefinitely beyond that date if no satisfactory memorandum of understanding is reached with the affected iron and steel companies,” the association said.

National Association of Scrap and Waste Dealers Employers of Nigeria
September 25, 2026

NDC bans state chapters from registering support groups, collecting fees

The NDC warned state chairmen and other party officials against demanding registration fees from support groups.

Nigeria Democratic Congress