Politics
BBC to Shut Down Three Channels in £500m Savings Drive
The BBC will close BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra, moving content online, as part of a £500 million savings plan targeting up to 2,000 job cuts.
Security
Man dies rescuing toddler in Lagos well, child still missing
A man died trying to rescue a two-year-old child who fell into a well in Abule Egba, Lagos. The toddler remains missing after an extensive search.
Business
United Nigeria Airlines Targets January 2027 for Ekiti Cargo Flights
United Nigeria Airlines plans to start cargo flights from Ekiti Airport in January 2027, opening wider markets for farmers and businesses, with daily passenger flights also planned.
Entertainment
BBNaija star Anto appointed Edo governor’s Special Adviser
Former BBNaija housemate Dr. Munirat Lecky, aka Anto, is now Special Adviser on Tourism and Creative Economy to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo.
Education
Health
FG links 15.65m NINs to social register for cash transfers
The Federal Government has integrated 15.65 million Nigerians' NINs into the National Social Register. N658.9 billion was disbursed to 10.46 million households by September 2026, with Ebonyi leading state coverage at 88.08%.
NCDC Lists 5 Ebola Symptoms, 3 Preventive Measures in Fresh Alert
NCDC issued a fresh Ebola alert, listing 5 symptoms and 3 preventive measures. Health Minister Pate confirmed 44 close contacts traced after Abuja case.
NCC: 75m Subscribers Compensated, MTN Explains Credits
NCC says 75 million telecom subscribers received compensation for poor service. MTN clarifies airtime credits, and new data usage notification rules are planned.
US Embassy Lists Steps for Americans in Nigeria After Ebola Case
US Embassy in Nigeria issued a health alert after Bundibugyo virus case confirmed. Americans advised to monitor health for 21 days, contact consular services if needed.
Ebola in Nigeria: Symptoms, Prevention, and What to Do
Nigeria confirmed an imported Ebola case in FCT on Oct 20, 2026. The patient, from Uganda, is isolated. 44 contacts traced. Learn symptoms and prevention.
Nigeria Geography Quiz: States, Rivers and Cities
Explore Nigeria from Lagos to Lake Chad! Test your geography knowledge of the 36 states, the Niger and Benue rivers, Zuma Rock, Chappal Waddi and more in this fun Nigeria quiz.