Dele Cole Dies at 86: The Life of a Journalist Who Went on to Represent Nigeria Abroad

Nigeria has lost one of its notable public figures, Ambassador Patrick Dele Cole, a veteran journalist, diplomat, politician and historian who died at the age of 86. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu confirmed the death in a condolence statement released on Saturday, October 17, 2026, describing Cole as a distinguished Nigerian who devoted his life to journalism, diplomacy and public service. Reports citing family sources said … Continue reading Dele Cole Dies at 86: The Life of a Journalist Who Went on to Represent Nigeria Abroad

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Kenya Confirms Third Ebola Case as Health Officials Intensify Containment Efforts

Category: News | AfricaDate: October 17, 2026 Kenya has confirmed its third case of Ebola after a 65-year-old woman tested positive while in quarantine, prompting health authorities to continue contact tracing and monitoring as they work to prevent further infections. The country’s Ministry of Health confirmed the latest case on Friday, October 16. The woman is a close relative of the first two patients and … Continue reading Kenya Confirms Third Ebola Case as Health Officials Intensify Containment Efforts

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Ghana Repatriates 120 Nigerians Rescued From Suspected Cybercrime Networks

Subheadline: Authorities say the Nigerians were trafficked to Ghana and forced to participate in online fraud operations as a multinational investigation leads to arrests and the seizure of electronic devices. UTELNOVA | NEWS | October 17, 2026 Ghana has repatriated 120 Nigerian nationals following a security operation targeting suspected cybercrime networks, with authorities alleging that the individuals were trafficked into the country and forced to … Continue reading Ghana Repatriates 120 Nigerians Rescued From Suspected Cybercrime Networks

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Tinubu Reappoints Bala Bila as INEC Commissioner, Nominates Six Others Ahead of 2027

President Bola Tinubu has reappointed Dr Bala Bila as a National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and nominated six other officials to fill vacant positions ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development was announced on Friday, October 16, in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. The nominations cover four National Commissioner positions and … Continue reading Tinubu Reappoints Bala Bila as INEC Commissioner, Nominates Six Others Ahead of 2027

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NAF Plane Crash: Families of 25 Victims Still Await Answers as Grief Deepens

A sister lost her Air Force officer sibling. Another family lost a brother who was travelling for a wedding. More than a week after the tragedy, relatives are still demanding answers and the recovery of their loved ones. The pain of losing a loved one is difficult enough. But for families of the 25 people who died in the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in … Continue reading NAF Plane Crash: Families of 25 Victims Still Await Answers as Grief Deepens

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Saudi Arabia executes Bangladeshi couple over ‘sexual act’ inside Mecca mosque

Saudi Arabia has executed two Bangladeshi nationals after a court found them guilty of committing what authorities described as an immoral act inside a mosque in the holy city of Mecca. The Saudi Ministry of Interior identified the two individuals as Nazrul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar, a man and a woman, in a statement issued on Wednesday. According to the ministry, security authorities … Continue reading Saudi Arabia executes Bangladeshi couple over ‘sexual act’ inside Mecca mosque

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NLC Demands Immediate Minimum Wage Talks as FG Insists on June 2027 Review

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has renewed pressure on the Federal Government to begin negotiations for a new national minimum wage, warning that rising living costs have continued to weaken the purchasing power of Nigerian workers. The dispute centres on when negotiations should begin. While the government insists that the current ₦70,000 minimum wage is due for review on June 1, 2027, the labour union … Continue reading NLC Demands Immediate Minimum Wage Talks as FG Insists on June 2027 Review

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FG Reopens First Niger Bridge After 38 Days, Installs CCTV and Solar Streetlights

The reopening restores a major transport link between the South-East and South-South after weeks of disruption caused by emergency rehabilitation work. The Federal Government has reopened the First Niger Bridge linking Onitsha, Anambra State, to Asaba, Delta State, after 38 days of closure for emergency rehabilitation. The bridge was reopened on Thursday, October 15, by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, following repairs aimed at … Continue reading FG Reopens First Niger Bridge After 38 Days, Installs CCTV and Solar Streetlights

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NAFDAC uncovers fake alcohol, energy drinks factory in Lagos (Video)

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has arrested two men over the alleged production and repackaging of counterfeit alcoholic and energy drinks at a facility in Ojo, Lagos State. The suspects, identified as Chibuzor Okafor and William John, were arrested during a raid on a two-storey building at Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, along the Badagry Expressway. NAFDAC said … Continue reading NAFDAC uncovers fake alcohol, energy drinks factory in Lagos (Video)

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Kidnapped NYSC member reveals how their captors fed them with garri and mud water (Video)

A prospective NYSC member abducted in Imo State has narrated how she and other victims were subjected to beatings and threats and forced to survive on garri and dirty water while held captive in a forest. “We are given a phone to call our family, and if any family say anything they don’t want to hear or any rubbish that would make them angry, we … Continue reading Kidnapped NYSC member reveals how their captors fed them with garri and mud water (Video)

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