US, Saudi Arabia Congratulate Nigeria on 66th Independence
The US and Saudi Arabia sent congratulatory messages to Nigeria as it marked its 66th independence anniversary on October 1, 2026, highlighting bilateral ties and shared priorities.
Category : Politics
Nigeria at 66: 10 Key Takeaways from Tinubu's Speech
President Tinubu's 2026 Independence Day speech marked a shift from defending reforms to promising prosperity, focusing on lower living costs, jobs, and poverty reduction.
Tinubu's 2026 Independence Speech: 'Nigeria Has Crossed Red Sea'
President Tinubu's 2026 Independence Day speech likens Nigeria's reforms to cancer treatment, cites 4% growth, $6bn non-oil exports, and vows 'age of prosperity'.
Soludo's Debt Claims Against Obi Politically Motivated: Analyst
Public affairs analyst Donald Okwuosa says Soludo's debt allegations against Peter Obi are politically driven, timed for the 2027 elections, and risk looking like a smear campaign.
Wike's Son Denies $2.1m Land Deal, Claims Signature Forged
Jordan Nyesom-Wike, son of FCT Minister, told an FCT High Court he never received $2.1m for an Abuja land deal, claiming his signature was forged. Case adjourned to December 2026.
Students Rally for Tinubu in Abuja as Group Targets 12m Votes
The Renewed Hope Project 2027 held a solidarity march in Abuja, targeting 10-12 million votes for President Tinubu in the 2027 election, with about seven million students already registered.
Amaechi: Tinubu 2027 Win Will Retire Opposition Leaders
Rotimi Amaechi warns opposition leaders face political retirement if Tinubu wins 2027. He urges women to mobilise 2,000 votes per ward, citing poverty and out-of-school children.
Wike to Resign if Tinubu Loses Rivers, FCT in 2027 Polls
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says he will announce his resignation on January 17, 2027, if President Tinubu loses Rivers State or the FCT in the 2027 presidential election.
Abia APC Asks INEC to Review NDC Candidate Ogbonna's Eligibility
Abia APC has petitioned INEC to review NDC candidate Ifeanyi Ogbonna's eligibility for the 2027 Ohafia/Arochukwu seat, citing his APC primary participation and recent Supreme Court ruling.
Nigeria Declares Oct 1 Public Holiday; Embassies to Close
Nigeria's FG declares Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday for Independence Day. Embassies, consulates, and banks will close. Minister Tunji-Ojo urges unity.
Atiku Mourns 3 Dead in Niger Stampede Over ₦10,000
Atiku Abubakar mourns three killed in Niger State Government House stampede over ₦10,000 giveaway, demands probe and accountability.
Banks to Shut Branches for Nigeria's 66th Independence Day
Nigerian banks, including Access, UBA, and Zenith, will close branches on October 1, 2026, for Independence Day. Digital channels remain available.
Okpebholo: I started casting out demons at 17, insecurity fight familiar
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo says he began casting out demons at 17 or 18, linking his teenage religious experience to his current fight against insecurity and cultism in the state.
African Newsrooms Win Global Trust as Legacy Media Fails
Kenya and Nigeria lead global trust in news at 68%, while the US drops to 25%, according to Reuters Institute's Digital News Report 2026.
FG Declares Oct 1 Public Holiday for 66th Independence
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary, with 3,000 NSCDC personnel deployed in Abuja.
FG Opens Youth Data Bank Portal for Nigerians Aged 15 to 35
The federal government launched the National Youth Data Bank to register Nigerians aged 15-35, aiming to match youths with jobs and skills training across all 774 LGAs.
Atiku Demands Release of Five Nigerians Over T-Shirt Arrests
Atiku Abubakar demands the immediate release of five Nigerians arrested in Borno for wearing 'Tinubu Must Go' T-shirts, questioning the legality of the detention and drawing parallels with Tinubu's own protests.
FG Names Six Zones for 24-Hour Power Supply, Targets Energy Clusters
Nigeria's FG unveils Energy Zones in Lagos, Abuja, Kaduna, Kano, Enugu, and Port Harcourt for 24-hour power, targeting high-demand areas and reducing revenue gaps.
FG Launches Youth Data Bank to Link Nigerians to Jobs and Skills
The Federal Government launched the National Youth Data Bank (NYDB) on Tuesday in Abuja, urging Nigerians aged 15-35 to register. The initiative, launched by Minister Ayodele Olawande, aims to map youth skills and needs to direct opportunities across all
California Adds Eid Holidays to State Calendar, But No Extra Days Off
California has officially recognized Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as state holidays, but the new law does not automatically grant all workers and students extra days off. Here’s what it means.
Kano Cleric Sues ADC to Replace Atiku's Ally as Governorship Candidate
Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil has filed a Federal High Court suit to replace Ibrahim Ali Little as ADC's Kano governorship candidate for 2027, claiming he won the party's primary.
Morocco's First Female PM Appointed, El Mansouri Makes History
Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri has become Morocco's first female prime minister and only the second woman to lead an Arab government, after her party won 97 seats in the September 23 election.
Barau Jibrin Sacks Another Aide Over Anti-Party Allegations
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin fired Special Assistant Rashida Adamu (Rashida Mai Sa'a) on September 28, 2026, over alleged anti-party remarks and conduct damaging to his reputation.
Pantami Wins PDP Gombe Governorship Ticket in Court-Ordered Rerun
Prof. Isa Ali Pantami secured the PDP governorship ticket for Gombe State in a court-ordered rerun primary held on September 29, 2026, winning 2,054 votes out of 2,555 accredited members across all 114 wards.
Tanzania Eases Visa Rules for Nigerians, Removes Special Clearance
Tanzania removes Nigeria from its Referred Visa Category, eliminating special immigration clearance. Nigerians now follow standard visa procedures, with $50 Ordinary Visa allowing 90-day stays.
Natasha: Leadership Measured by Lives Touched, Institutions Built
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan says leadership in public office should be judged by lives improved, institutions built, and opportunities created for future generations.
Akpabio Denies PDP Past Despite Political Record
Senate President Godswill Akpabio claimed he was never a PDP member, contradicting his tenure as Akwa Ibom governor and senator on the party's platform before his 2018 defection to APC.
Tinubu: I am healthy, ready to work after vacation
President Bola Tinubu returned to Lagos on Tuesday after a four-week working vacation abroad, declaring he is healthy and ready to resume official duties.
Gloria Uko Named Best Diplomats Nigeria Country Representative
Gloria Onahi Uko, a Benue-born graduate, has been appointed Best Diplomats Nigeria Country Representative for a 16-month tenure, starting with a six-month probationary period, ahead of global conferences.
GGA Backs NAICOM Chief Omosehin Over Insurance Reforms
The Good Governance Assembly backs NAICOM's Olusegun Omosehin, citing N1.079 trillion recapitalisation and 48 firms relicensed, linking reforms to Tinubu's agenda.
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