Thursday, October 8, 2026

News Agency of Nigeria

September 23, 2026

Iran defends nuclear programme, accuses U.S., Israel of breaking international law

Mr Trump said he believed Tehran would ultimately agree to a deal, most likely after the U.S. midterm elections.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the UNGA
September 23, 2026

Africa CDC, PAHO seek sustained financing for pandemic preparedness

The Africa CDC chief said countries should not spend the initial days of an emergency searching for funds.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention
September 23, 2026

National savings scheme to boost future investments: SEC

The director-general said the initiative aligned with the federal government’s fiscal policy direction.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
September 23, 2026

Bauchi ‌‍⁠⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‍⁠‌‍⁠‍‌govt clears N10 billion gratuity backlog of 1,700 retirees

Mr Mohammed described the pensions backlog as a major fiscal challenge confronting successive administrations in the state.

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed
September 23, 2026

40% of Nigerians lack reliable electricity, says REA boss 

Mr Aliyu said energy access should be treated as an economic policy rather than charity.

Abba Abubakar Aliyu
September 23, 2026

CAN urges Christians, Muslims to uphold sacredness of human life 

Mr Omonokhua condemned the weaponisation of religion for selfish interests.

Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)
September 23, 2026

Niger women farmers urge adequate funding, end to insecurity 

Ms Disa said women farmers were key contributors to food production.

Small-Scale Women Farmers Organisation in Nigeria
September 23, 2026

Commercial ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‍⁠⁠‌‌drivers demand complete ban of VIO in Plateau

One of the drivers described VIO as the worst nightmare of every motorist in Plateau.

VIO
September 23, 2026

65,000 flights recorded since Ibom Air began operations in 2019: Official 

Ms Essienette said that the airline had grown its fleet to 10 aircraft.

Ibom Air
September 23, 2026

Trademark Dispute: Firm appeals ruling stopping production of energy drinks

The judge adjourned the suit until September 23 for hearing of the substantive suit.

Gavel used to illustrate the story