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Entertainment

Nollywood Mourns as Veteran Actor Francis Duru Dies at 57

Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 following a brief illness, leaving Nigeria’s movie industry and fans mourning the loss of one of its familiar faces. The actor’s family announced his death in a statement shared on his official Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026. In the announcement, the family expressed grief over his passing … Continue reading Nollywood Mourns as Veteran Actor Francis Duru Dies at 57

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News

NLC, TUC Give Tinubu Government October 27 Deadline, Warn of Possible Nationwide Action

Nigeria’s organised labour unions have given the Federal Government until Tuesday, October 27, 2026, to make meaningful progress on workers’ demands, warning that nationwide industrial action could be considered if negotiations fail. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) issued the warning after a meeting with government representatives ended without an agreement in Abuja on Thursday, October 22. According to the … Continue reading NLC, TUC Give Tinubu Government October 27 Deadline, Warn of Possible Nationwide Action

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Lifestyle

Lagos Commuters Pay More to Escape Long Bus Queues, Delays

Long waits at bus parks are forcing some Lagos residents to choose between cheaper transport and more expensive alternatives as they struggle to get to work and return home on time. LAGOS, Nigeria — For many commuters in Lagos, getting to their destinations is becoming a difficult choice between saving money and saving time. Long waiting periods at bus parks, traffic congestion and unexpected transport … Continue reading Lagos Commuters Pay More to Escape Long Bus Queues, Delays

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health

Ebola: Nigeria Places 46 Contacts of Infected Patient on 21-Day No-Fly List

Nigeria has tightened its response to the latest Ebola case, placing 46 people identified as contacts of the infected patient under a 21-day air-travel restriction as authorities intensify efforts to prevent further transmission. Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, directed the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to notify domestic and international airlines of the restriction. According to reports published on October 22, … Continue reading Ebola: Nigeria Places 46 Contacts of Infected Patient on 21-Day No-Fly List

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Politics

Sowore Asks Tinubu to Approve Presidential Villa for Campaign Inauguration, Seeks Support for 5,000 People

The African Action Congress says granting its request would demonstrate fairness and equal treatment of political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. The African Action Congress (AAC), the party fielding Omoyele Sowore as its presidential candidate, has asked President Bola Tinubu to approve the use of the Presidential Villa in Abuja for the inauguration of its Presidential Campaign Council. In a letter dated October … Continue reading Sowore Asks Tinubu to Approve Presidential Villa for Campaign Inauguration, Seeks Support for 5,000 People

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Technology

Reps Summon MTN, Airtel, Glo CEOs Over Poor Network Service, Threaten Arrest

The House of Representatives has summoned the chief executive officers of major telecommunications companies operating in Nigeria to explain persistent poor network services affecting subscribers across the country. The affected operators include MTN Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Globacom (Glo), Mafab Communications and other telecommunications service providers. The lawmakers have directed the executives to appear before an ad hoc committee investigating the quality of telecommunications services on … Continue reading Reps Summon MTN, Airtel, Glo CEOs Over Poor Network Service, Threaten Arrest

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Technology

NCC Tightens Checks on Mobile Phones, Warns Non-Compliant Devices Could Lose Network Access

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has intensified enforcement of mobile device approval requirements, warning that phones and other SIM-enabled devices that fail to meet applicable standards could be restricted from Nigerian telecommunications networks. The commission issued a notice reminding manufacturers, importers, distributors, dealers and retailers of their obligations under Nigeria’s telecommunications laws and device approval regulations. According to the NCC, all device models intended for … Continue reading NCC Tightens Checks on Mobile Phones, Warns Non-Compliant Devices Could Lose Network Access

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Politics

Mexico Finally Approves Reno Omokri’s Appointment as Nigeria’s Ambassador

Mexico has formally approved Reno Omokri’s appointment as Nigeria’s ambassador, ending months of uncertainty over his diplomatic posting. The Mexican government has granted diplomatic approval for former presidential aide Reno Omokri to serve as Nigeria’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Mexico. Omokri announced the development in a post on his X account, explaining that José Manuel Briseño Flores, Chargé d’Affaires of the Mexican Embassy in … Continue reading Mexico Finally Approves Reno Omokri’s Appointment as Nigeria’s Ambassador

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News

State Police Bill Advances as More Nigerian Assemblies Approve Proposal

ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s proposed state police system has gained fresh momentum as more state Houses of Assembly approve the constitutional amendment required to establish state police services. According to reports published on Wednesday, October 21, five additional state assemblies — Ogun, Delta, Plateau, Kwara and Adamawa — have approved the proposal, joining states that had previously endorsed the amendment. The development comes as the … Continue reading State Police Bill Advances as More Nigerian Assemblies Approve Proposal

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Sports

Rwanda Secures 10-Year Formula One Deal as Africa Awaits Grand Prix Return

Rwanda has secured a 10-year agreement to bring Formula One racing back to Africa for the first time since 1993, marking a major development for the continent’s motorsport industry. The agreement, announced on October 13, 2026, will see Rwanda host the Formula One African Grand Prix in the early 2030s, subject to the completion of a purpose-built racing circuit. The announcement was made by Formula … Continue reading Rwanda Secures 10-Year Formula One Deal as Africa Awaits Grand Prix Return

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