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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery as Vatican Expects One Week of Recovery

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a small nodule discovered in his lung during recent medical examinations, raising concerns among Catholics and people around the world about the health of the head of the Roman Catholic Church. The 71-year-old pontiff made the announcement on Sunday, October 11, 2026, during his weekly Angelus address at St … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery as Vatican Expects One Week of Recovery

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JUST IN: Seyi Makinde’s chief of staff Ogunwuyi resigns

Segun Ogunwuyi has resigned as Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, with his resignation taking effect on Monday, October 12, 2026. Ogunwuyi announced his decision in a letter dated October 12, 2026, addressed to the governor. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the administration and said he remained proud of the achievements recorded during his time in office. The … Continue reading JUST IN: Seyi Makinde’s chief of staff Ogunwuyi resigns

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Tinubu Says Reforms Are Working as World Bank Projects 4.4% Growth for Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the World Bank’s latest economic report, saying his administration’s reforms are beginning to deliver results as the bank projects Nigeria’s economy to grow by an average of 4.4 per cent annually between 2026 and 2028. Tinubu made his position known following the release of the World Bank’s October 2026 Nigeria Development Update, which examined the country’s economic performance, government revenues … Continue reading Tinubu Says Reforms Are Working as World Bank Projects 4.4% Growth for Nigeria

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US Releases Names and Photos of 24 Nigerians Facing Deportation

The United States government has released the names and photographs of 24 Nigerian nationals arrested by immigration officers over alleged criminal offences, according to a report published on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The US Department of Homeland Security said the individuals were arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers in different parts of the country. The alleged offences listed by the department include wire fraud, … Continue reading US Releases Names and Photos of 24 Nigerians Facing Deportation

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NYSC Kidnap: Parents Recover ₦6m Ransom Contribution, Say They Don’t Know If Kidnappers Were Paid

The parents of a prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member abducted in Imo State have confirmed that the ₦6 million their family contributed towards securing his release has been returned. The development comes after 20 prospective corps members were abducted on October 1 along the Owerri-Onitsha Expressway while travelling from Ibadan, Oyo State, towards Anambra State. The victims were reportedly held for seven days … Continue reading NYSC Kidnap: Parents Recover ₦6m Ransom Contribution, Say They Don’t Know If Kidnappers Were Paid

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12 Killed, 309 Injured in Saudi Airport Attack as Trump Weighs US MilitaryAction

Category: World News RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — At least 12 people have been killed and 309 others injured following an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, raising fears of a wider military confrontation in the Middle East. The attack occurred on Saturday, October 10, 2026, according to Saudi authorities. The Saudi-led coalition blamed Yemen’s Houthi movement for the strike, which prompted … Continue reading 12 Killed, 309 Injured in Saudi Airport Attack as Trump Weighs US MilitaryAction

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NAFDAC Raises Alarm as Banned Pesticides Worth Million Surface Across Nigeria Markets

The food safety warning every Nigerian household should pay attention to Nigerians have been urged to take food safety seriously following a fresh warning from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) over the continued circulation of banned and unregistered pesticides in the country. The agency says illegal movement of agricultural chemicals across Nigeria’s borders and through unauthorised supply networks poses … Continue reading NAFDAC Raises Alarm as Banned Pesticides Worth Million Surface Across Nigeria Markets

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Gunmen Storm Cocoa Research Institute in Ibadan for Third Time, Abduct Three People

Suspected gunmen have abducted three people, including two employees of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), in Ibadan, Oyo State, in the third reported kidnapping incident linked to the institute in 2026. The latest attack occurred on Thursday, October 8, at the institute’s premises in the Idi-Ayunre area of Oluyole Local Government Area, raising fresh concerns about the safety of workers and residents. The … Continue reading Gunmen Storm Cocoa Research Institute in Ibadan for Third Time, Abduct Three People

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JUST IN: Freed NYSC Members Offered Choice of South-West States After Kidnap Ordeal

Twenty prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), who were abducted while travelling to their orientation camps in Imo State, have reportedly been offered the opportunity to choose any of the six states in Nigeria’s South-West for their national service. According to a report published by The Punch on Saturday, October 10, the offer would allow the affected graduates to continue their service … Continue reading JUST IN: Freed NYSC Members Offered Choice of South-West States After Kidnap Ordeal

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Trump Strikes Diesel Deal With Putin as Ukraine Raises Concerns

United States President Donald Trump has announced an agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin for Russia to supply large quantities of diesel fuel to the United States and international markets, a move that has sparked criticism from Ukraine and some American lawmakers. Trump announced the agreement on Friday, October 9, following a telephone conversation with Putin. He said Russia would immediately supply more than 300,000 … Continue reading Trump Strikes Diesel Deal With Putin as Ukraine Raises Concerns

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