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Nigeria

November 3, 2026

Senate steps down Barau’s agricultural revolution bill after row over details, scope

The development followed objections by some lawmakers over the bill’s scope and the circulation of copies to senators.

Senate
November 3, 2026

NADDC seeks stronger legal framework for automotive industry development

Mr Badru called for clear coordination among the proposed commission.

National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC)
November 3, 2026

Economists commend $55.24 billion reserves, seek export-led growth

Nigeria’s foreign reserves recorded a slight decline for two consecutive days, falling to $55.24 billion on October 29.

Stash of dollars and naira
November 3, 2026

Customs seize 3.4 tonnes of cannabis, 23,220 machetes

Mr Afeni said the seizures included 5,986 parcels of cannabis sativa and indica, weighing 3,407.83 kilogrammes.

November 3, 2026

11 ships ​‌⁠​‍‍⁠⁠‍‌⁠​‍‌‌‌⁠‌​expected at Lagos ports: NPA

The vessels are carrying bulk salt, bulk wheat, general cargo and crude palm oil.

November 3, 2026

Kaduna recorded 180 cases of gender-based violence in two years: Official 

Mr Aku urged residents and religious leaders to report cases to relevant authorities rather than conceal them.

Kaduna state
November 3, 2026

Nigerians should not board commercial vehicles without extinguishers, warns fire service

The Federal Fire Service in Abuja sensitised commuters on Tuesday to the need to board commercial vehicles with functional fire extinguishers.

Burning vehicle, firefighters
November 3, 2026

Politicians inciting Nigerian youths to violence during 2027 elections while hiding their children abroad: Keyamo

“After safely ferrying their children abroad, some unscrupulous politicians are encouraging hapless citizens…to take up weapons to kill one another…,” Mr Keyamo said.

Violence during election
November 3, 2026

Emir ​‌⁠​‍‍⁠⁠‍‌⁠​‌⁠⁠‌​‌​of Daura recommends death penalty for drug traffickers

Mr Issa assured the emir of the agency’s commitment to supporting efforts to combat drug abuse.

NOA logo and Emir of Daura.