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October 26, 2026

Kano assembly confirms six commissioner-nominees

The nominees were confirmed during a plenary session presided over by the speaker, Jibril Ismail-Falgore, on Monday in Kano.

Kano State House of Assembly
October 26, 2026

Ribadu seeks stronger global cooperation to combat terrorism in Africa

Mr Ribadu said Nigeria had continued to pursue a whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach to counter-terrorism.

Nuhu Ribadu
October 26, 2026

Over 2,000 Gombe farmers lament losses over erratic rainfall

Mr Ladan said that low and irregular rainfall led to poor harvests, affecting most farmers.

Nigeria Farmers
October 26, 2026

Medical Guild demands safety checks at house officers’ quarters in Lagos hospital

The chairman said the guild would sustain engagements with government and healthcare institutions to address staffing pressures.

October 26, 2026

Pakistan,‌ Saudi Arabia, Turkey hold talks on Iran war

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey are part of a new military alliance called the Mecca Pact.

Iran war
October 26, 2026

Alleged N19.4 Billion Fraud: Prosecution counsel’s absence stalls trial of ex-minister Sirika, three others

The EFCC accused Mr Sirika of awarding various contracts to his younger brother to the tune of about N19.4 billion.

Former Minister of aviation Hadi Sirika (Credit: Twitter)
October 26, 2026

Alleged Money Laundering: Court adjourns trial of Warri refinery’s former MD

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Mr Yisawu on July 20.

Jimoh Yisawu
October 26, 2026

FG, IFAD distribute tricycles, farm equipment to over 500 farmers in Anambra

The equipment distributed included 49 tricycles, 84 power tillers, 80 solar-powered water pumps, 200 knapsack sprayers and fertiliser applicators.

IFAD distribute tricycles, farm equipment
October 26, 2026

Borno ​‌⁠​‍‍⁠⁠‍‌‌‌​⁠⁠​​‌​NMA sets up committee to check quackery

The NMA chair said that suspected cases of quackery would be reported to the appropriate authorities for investigation and necessary action.

Nigerian Medical Association
October 26, 2026

Ogun man arrested, arraigned for stealing iron rods

A 23-year-old man, Michael Gbadero, stood before an Abeokuta Magistrates’ Court in Isabo on Monday, accused of stealing iron rods worth N460,000.

Courtroom