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2027 Elections: Cross River APC Youth Group Mobilises Support for Tinubu and Otu!
The Evidence Group is mobilising APC supporters across Cross River State for President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections.
Nigeria’s Recapitalised Banks Face New Test as Businesses Demand Affordable Credit and Economic Growth!
Nigeria’s bank recapitalisation has strengthened financial institutions, but affordable credit, small-business financing, investment and job creation remain key tests of economic progress.
Lagos Flooding Leaves Motorists Stranded for Hours as Gridlock Hits Ogba, Agege and Wempco Roads!
Flooding around Ogba, Agege and Wempco roads in Lagos caused severe traffic gridlock on October 26, leaving motorists stranded and renewing concerns about drainage problems.
Nigeria Misses 10-Month Revenue Target by ₦20.74 Trillion Despite Higher Oil Prices!
Nigeria reportedly missed its 10-month 2026 revenue target by ₦20.74 trillion despite higher crude oil prices, raising questions about revenue collection and fiscal stability.
Tinubu Congratulates Lula on Historic Fourth Presidential Term, Seeks Stronger Nigeria-Brazil Ties!
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Brazil’s Lula on his historic fourth presidential term and calls for stronger Nigeria-Brazil cooperation in trade, agriculture, energy and technology.
Iran Hosts Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey for Regional Security Talks Amid Rising Middle East Tensions!
Iran hosts senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey for regional security talks as tensions rise across the Middle East and diplomatic efforts seek to prevent wider conflict.
FBI Cybercrime Operation in Nigeria: Nine Arrested, 53 Devices Seized and $11 Million in Potentially Freezable Funds Identified!
The FBI reports nine arrests in Nigeria, 53 electronic devices seized and $11 million in potentially freezable funds identified during an international cybercrime crackdown.
World Bank: 82.9% of Nigerians Without Education Live in Poverty as Education Gap Widens!
The World Bank reports that 82.9% of Nigerians aged 16 and above without education live in poverty, compared with 26.6% of those with tertiary qualifications.
2027 Elections: NDC Criticises Tinubu, APC Over Estimated ₦1.015 Billion Prado SUVs for Youth Leaders!
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has criticised Tinubu and the APC over an estimated ₦1.015 billion Prado SUV presentation, raising questions about political spending and accountability ahead of the 2027 elections.
Ebola Outbreak: Adewole Adebayo Warns Against Shifting Nigeria’s 2027 General Election!
Adewole Adebayo has warned against shifting Nigeria’s 2027 general elections over Ebola concerns, urging public health protection without unnecessary disruption to democracy.
Nigeria Evening News Recap: N100,000 Ebola Stipend, Tope Alabi’s Legal Threat and Other Major Developments!
Nigeria’s October 25 news recap covers the ₦100,000 weekly Ebola quarantine allowance, Tope Alabi’s legal threat, 2027 election disputes and other major developments.
FG Disburses ₦38.93 Billion to 166 Tertiary Institutions for Infrastructure Development!
The Federal Government has disbursed ₦38.93 billion to 166 Nigerian tertiary institutions to address infrastructure gaps and improve teaching and learning facilities.
2027 Election: Kaduna Rally Turnout Signals Northern Support for Tinubu, APC Allies Say!
APC allies say turnout at Tinubu’s Kaduna campaign rally signals northern support ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, but wider voter backing remains to be tested.
Real Madrid Confirm Thibaut Courtois Will Miss El Clásico Against Barcelona Due to Illness!
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss El Clásico against Barcelona on October 25, 2026, after developing a flu-like illness, with Andriy Lunin expected to replace him.