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Nigeria

October 13, 2026

Ghana repatriates 120 Nigerians arrested in Yahoo Boys’ hideout crackdown

Mr George said a joint operation by U.S., UK, Ghanaian, and Nigerian forces led to the arrests.

October 13, 2026

World Bank launches Philanthropy Hub to connect donors with development projects

The statement noted that philanthropic organisations are already contributing to World Bank Group initiatives.

WORLD BANK
October 13, 2026

Ajaero using FCT teachers’ strike to ‘cripple’ govt for ADC, says Wike

Mr Wike insisted that his administration has met its financial obligations and invested heavily in public school infrastructure.

Wike 
October 13, 2026

28 Yahoo Boys arrested in Nigeria, Ghana in U.S. crackdown on West African scam networks

The FBI, in collaboration with local anti-graft agencies in Ghana and Nigeria, made 28 arrests in the last week of September.

October 13, 2026

South Sudan establishes platform to curb hate speech, disinformation

Mr Foretia said efforts to combat disinformation must not compromise fundamental rights.

South Sudan
October 13, 2026

Two suspects arrested, weapons recovered in operation targeting criminals in Delta

The police said the suspects were in custody and investigations ongoing.

October 13, 2026

1,138 Lassa fever cases, 268 deaths recorded in 2026: NCDC

The NCDC stated, “In total for 2026, 24 states have recorded at least one confirmed case across 119 Local Government Areas.”

October 13, 2026

EFCC chair warns Nigerian girls against dating Yahoo boys, sextortionists

Mr Olukoyede decried the rising incidents of sextortion in the country.

EFCC chairman, Ola Olukoyede (credit: EFCC)
October 13, 2026

2027: Fubara playing active role in Rivers political team, says Wike

Mr Wike said Mr Fubara remains an integral and active part of the ruling political team.

Fubara speaking with Wike
October 13, 2026

2027 AFCON: Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda plan joint visa for football fans

Kadaga said the proposed arrangement would enable fans to attend matches in different countries and visit tourist attractions.

Afcon trophy