Sunday, November 15, 2026

Nigeria

October 13, 2026

NCC to block cloned, counterfeit phones from Nigerian mobile networks, registers 231 million devices

Mr Ogoh said the checks also apply to other SIM-enabled equipment, including tablets, modems and PoS terminals.

Stolen phones
October 13, 2026

FG assures NASU of continued dialogue on workers’ welfare

The minister urged NASU to sustain dialogue, collective bargaining and tripartite engagement as effective mechanisms for resolving industrial disputes.

Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU)
October 13, 2026

Yobe govt. donates 160 motorcycles, operational equipment to forest guards

The SSG said the equipment also includes 900 raincoats, 900 rain boots, 900 blankets, 900 torchlights, and 900 mosquito nets.

October 13, 2026

Marwa seeks provision for mental healthcare in government budgets

Mr Marwa said mental wellbeing cannot thrive where hopelessness and poverty drive people into harm.

Buba Marwa
October 13, 2026

Pension defaulters must pay penalties before getting clearance certificates: PenCom

The PenCom DG said recovery agents were examining employers’ records to establish outstanding liabilities and recover unpaid contributions.

PenCom
October 13, 2026

U.S. actress Selma Blair arrested for allegedly attacking flight attendants

The incident happened around 23:00 local time aboard Delta Airlines Flight 938.

October 13, 2026

Again, court adjourns singer Odumodublvck’s assault trial

The claimant is seeking an order directing the defendant to pay his medical expenses and to issue a public apology.

Odumodublvck
October 13, 2026

Sweden’s parliament to vote on PM nominee amid coalition deadlock

Ms Andersson was first tasked with exploring the formation of a new government on September 18.

Magdalena Andersson
October 13, 2026

Stakeholders seek fair competition, reforms to tackle challenges facing Nigerian businesses

Mr Ekechukwu said foreign competition could improve product quality, service delivery and business standards.

Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry
October 13, 2026

ICRC warns El Niño floods could plunge millions further into hunger in Somalia

ICRC warned that above-normal rains and subsequent flooding were expected to deepen hunger levels across the country.