Court Dismisses Emeka Ike’s N10bn Rights Suit Against Wike’s Aide, INEC
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a N10 billion fundamental rights suit filed by Nollywood actor Emeka Ike against Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Justice Salim Ibrahim, in a judgment delivered on Wednesday, upheld the preliminary objections filed by the respondents, […]
Ashiru Blames El-Rufai’s Administration for Insecurity in Kaduna, Vows to Reinstate Traditional Rulers
The Kaduna State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Hon. Isa Ashiru, has blamed the administration of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai for the worsening insecurity in the state, citing the removal of numerous traditional rulers as a major contributing factor. Ashiru made the allegation during an interview with Trust TV on Tuesday, arguing […]
Naira Exchange Rate: Dollar Trades Around ₦1,353 as Pound, Euro Remain Elevated
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 The Nigerian naira traded at around ₦1,353 per US dollar in the official foreign exchange market, while the British pound and euro continued to exchange at higher rates against the local currency. Figures published for Tuesday, October 27, showed the dollar’s official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) closing rate at approximately […]
Harry Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d’Or, Beats Mbappé and Lamine Yamal
LONDON, United Kingdom — England captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d’Or, beating French forward Kylian Mbappé and Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal to claim football’s most prestigious individual award. Kane was announced as the winner at a ceremony held at the London Palladium on Monday, October 26, becoming the […]
NCDC Raises Possibility of 2027 Election Postponement Amid Ebola Outbreak
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reportedly warned that the 2027 general election could face postponement if the ongoing Ebola outbreak spreads significantly across the country. The Director-General of the agency, Jide Idris, was reported to have said that a widespread outbreak could compel the Federal Government to consider postponing the […]
Naira Weakens to ₦1,367/$ at Official Market as Dollar Trades at ₦1,385 on Black Market
ABUJA, October 27, 2026 — The Nigerian naira came under renewed pressure against the United States dollar, with the local currency closing at ₦1,367.60 per dollar in the official foreign exchange market on Monday. Data published for the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) showed that the naira weakened from ₦1,361.83 per dollar recorded on Friday, […]
Operation Blackout: Nine Arrested in Nigeria as Authorities Seize 53 Devices, Trace $11m
ABUJA, Nigeria — Nine suspects have been arrested in Nigeria as part of an international crackdown on cybercriminal networks accused of defrauding Americans of billions of dollars. The operation, known as Operation Blackout, resulted in the seizure of 53 electronic devices and the identification of $11 million in potentially freezeable funds across multiple countries. According […]
Premier League: Man City Stunned, Man United Humiliated as Arsenal, Liverpool Win
LONDON, England — October 26, 2026 — The English Premier League delivered a weekend of surprises, impressive victories and disappointing performances, with Manchester City suffering a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, Manchester United crashing to a 3-0 loss against Bournemouth, and Arsenal and Liverpool recording important wins. The weekend’s action, played on Saturday and Sunday, […]
Delta Police Arrest School Bus Driver Over Alleged Kidnap, Sexual Assault of 14-Year-Old Student
SAPELE, Delta State — The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old school bus driver, Onome Lucky Ughagha, over the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a 14-year-old female student in Sapele. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday, October 25, 2026, stating that the […]
NDC Constitutes National Campaign Council for 2027 General Elections
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced the constitution of its National Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement, the party said the council would provide strategic leadership, coordinate campaign activities nationwide and mobilise support for its vision of building a new, just and prosperous Nigeria. The council will be chaired […]