Monday, October 19, 2026

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October 19, 2026

Lagos assembly unveils 2026 Speaker’s Games

Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda described the games as a platform to foster wellness, teamwork, and closer ties among workers.

Lagos assembly in a session.
October 19, 2026

Police nab suspects over theft of N4.5 million armoured cable in Adamawa

Mr Nguroje added that the suspects were in police custody and would be charged in court once the investigation concluded.

Armed policemen
October 19, 2026

NAF sustains recovery operation at crashed aircraft site in Igbokoda as water level drops

The Chief of Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, commended the dedication of all recovery personnel and partner agencies.

Crashed aircraft
October 19, 2026

Lagosians face blackout as Ikeja Electric blames low allocation by national grid

Ikeja Electric appreciated customers for their understanding and assured that efforts are ongoing to restore power.

blackout
October 19, 2026

Ogun NMA proposes 10-point healthcare agenda for incoming govt

The NMA chairman urged the incoming administration to implement a comprehensive policy to address staffing shortages and remuneration.

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October 19, 2026

Former Delta governor Emmanuel Uduaghan dies at 71

Mr Uduaghan served two terms as the governor of the oil-rich state from 2007 to 2015.

Emmanuel Uduaghan
October 19, 2026

Bauchi farmers lament losses as suspected rice blast cuts yields

The farmers said the situation had exposed them to losses and made the trade less attractive.

Rice farm
October 19, 2026

Sultan ‌‍Foundation trains 334 RI service providers to improve vaccine coverage

The Sultan Foundation concluded onboarding 334 routine immunisation service providers and called for stronger action to tackle the zero-dose challenge in Zamfara.

Sultan Foundation
October 19, 2026

17 Bauchi residents nabbed for attempted murder

The police command in Bauchi arrested 17 suspects for alleged criminal conspiracy, defamation, house trespass and attempted murder.

Nigerian police officers used to illustrate the story
October 19, 2026

Gov Sani settles 10-year land dispute, communities get alternative plots, farmland, free fertiliser

Governor Uba Sani has vowed that no community will be rendered homeless in Kaduna because his administration believes in human dignity and the sanctity of life.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)