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Yunusa Umar

September 29, 2026

Ugandan broadcaster crowned king of Tooro kingdom

A 21-member committee from the royal Babiito clan selected Mr Kijanangoma, who is Oyo Nyimba’s cousin.

September 29, 2026

2027: INEC announces PVC distribution schedule in Oyo

INEC says it will begin distributing newly printed permanent voter cards (PVCs) in Oyo State from October 9.

Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) used to illustrate the story
September 29, 2026
Gov. Umaru Bago
September 29, 2026

Tinubu ends Europe vacation, departs Paris for Lagos

Mr Onanuga said Mr Tinubu chose to fly to Lagos first to honour the memory of the martyr of Nigeria’s democratic struggle, Chief MKO Abiola.

September 29, 2026

Insecurity disrupts aid operations in northern Ethiopia, says UN

The United Nations has warned that continued insecurity in northern Ethiopia is disrupting humanitarian operations and restricting aid access to people in need.

September 29, 2026

Sudan cholera cases decline as UN steps up response

Cholera cases in Sudan have slightly declined in recent weeks following increased humanitarian efforts to contain the outbreak, OCHA said.

September 29, 2026

41 Senegal-Kano travellers kidnapped by bandits freed: Army

According to the Nigerian Army on Tuesday, the vehicle, travelling from Senegal to Kano, developed a mechanical fault along the highway.

September 28, 2026

Court convicts three Egyptians for murder of Italian postgraduate student

The trial of the security officials was conducted in absentia.

UK Metropolitan Police
September 28, 2026

U.S. vows to protect Christians in Nigeria against genocide

The U.S. urged Nigeria to maintain the momentum and defend the Barkin Ladi communities in particular.

Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Leaders
September 28, 2026

2027: Atiku will not be absentee president if elected, ADC PCC says

Mr Ologbondiyan said Mr Abubakar had consistently demonstrated an understanding of Nigeria’s economic and social challenges.

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar