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PoliticsOct 4Edo APC chair ruffles feathers over alleged ‘AK-47’ remark…HURIWA demands probe By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Department of State Services (DSS) to invite and investigate the Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jarrett Tenebe, over his alleged reference to “AK-47 fire” during the party’s mobilisation activities in the state. HURIWA, in […] The post Edo APC chair ruffles feathers over alleged ‘AK-47’ remark appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 4North-East govs cry out over neglect of Mambilla power plantBy Ndahi Marama North East Governors Forum, NEGF, yesterday, raised the alarm over what it described as the seeming neglect of the Mambilla Hydro power plant and called on Federal Government to expedite action on the completion and take-off of the plant.Rising from its 13th Regular meeting in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, NEGF, in […] The post North-East govs cry out over neglect of Mambilla power plant appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 4Police arrest suspect for allegedly raping, impregnating minorBy Kingsley Omonobi The FCT Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Zayyanu Halilu, for allegedly raping and impregnating a 12-year-old girl.The suspect was arrested on October 2, 2026, by operatives of the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit during a routine patrol around Airport Bridge Taxi Park in the Federal Capital Territory.In a statement on Saturday, […] The post Police arrest suspect for allegedly raping, impregnating minor appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 4Minor arrested over alleged viral hotel assault video in DeltaBy Ochuko Akuopha Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a 16-year-old boy in connection with the alleged viral sexual assault video of a 16-year-old girl at a hotel in Ughelli.Recounting her ordeal in a video released by the Police Public Relations Officer, Mr Bright Edafe, at the command’s headquarters in Asaba, the […] The post Minor arrested over alleged viral hotel assault video in Delta appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 4Court freezes Osun accounts over $13.9m arbitration awardBy Nnamdi Ojiego The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered commercial banks to place a ‘Post No Debit’ restriction on accounts operated by the Osun State Government over a $13.9m arbitration award in favour of Gamji Nigeria Company Limited.Justice D.E. Osiagor issued the interim order following an application filed by Gamji through its counsel, […] The post Court freezes Osun accounts over $13.9m arbitration award appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 4Keralam govt. orders preliminary anti-corruption enquiry against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over corruption allegationsOfficials said the Home Department sought the Crime Branch’s findings from its 2006 probe into the accusations, for legal opinion; Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala also directed the VACB to re-examine the findings of an earlier vigilance enquiry ordered by then Chief Minister V. S. Achuthanandan after the Lee See Been controversyThe Hindu
PoliticsOct 4Japan Protests After U.S. Marine Is Accused of Killing Woman in OkinawaThe matter threatened to revive tensions over the American military presence on the Japanese archipelago.NYT World
PoliticsOct 4Japan’s Takaichi presses US after marine arrested over murder-robbery of womanA 20-year-old US marine was arrested on Sunday in Japan’s Okinawa prefecture on suspicion of robbing and murdering a local woman, police said. Davin Ballard stationed at the Futenma Airbase is suspected of killing Anna Yagi, 39, and taking her wallet and backpack in the early hours of Saturday at a hotel in Naha, according to the Okinawa prefectural police. The suspect has denied the charges, they added. Ballard was seen entering the hotel with Yagi, who was found dead on Saturday morning,...South China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 4Germany’s Merz arrives in Kyiv to show support for UkraineTrip comes as Russia expands its air war against Ukraine ahead of winter and escalates ‘hybrid’ attacks on EuropeFinancial Times
PoliticsOct 4Police conduct mock drill at Makkah Masjid in HyderabadHyderabad: The Telangana Police’s Organisation for Counter Terrorist Operations (OCTOPUS) conducted a mock drill at the historic Makkah Masjid located in Hyderabad’s Old City area late Saturday night, October 3. The drill aimed at preparing police and security personnel for emergencies. The exercise focused on strengthening the readiness of security teams and improving their ability … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .siasat · india
PoliticsOct 4Survivors fear being hurt by abusers released early from prisonOne survivor says she almost hopes her abusive ex-partner reoffends to prove the scheme to ease prison overcrowding is "wrong".bbc · united kingdom
PoliticsOct 4German chancellor arrives in Kyiv on surprise visitGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived by train in the Ukrainian capital on Sunday, October 4, for an unannounced visit.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 4USA or the empire without alibi: what was once disguised, now is displayedLa Administración Trump deja claro que está dispuesta a cualquier cosa por sus intereses o los del líder. Ataca sin distinción a países, líderes o a la Justicia y presume de ello LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsOct 4Bosnians vote in general election as pro-Russian politician looms large and ethnic tensions simmerFrance 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 4Leaked Document Unravels Russia-Iran Ruble-Rial Trade ClaimsA leaked Russian government report exposes the gap between political rhetoric and economic reality regarding the Iran-Russia trade alliance. The document reveals that national currency settlements constitute only 68% of the trade, contrary to the 95% figures broadcasted at the highest levels. The failure to reach even their lower target of 71% by 2026 suggests the system is struggling to accommodate the trade volume, leading to reliance on intermediaries and less efficient transaction methOds.headtopics · united states of america
PoliticsOct 4GOP race for president heats up as Ted Cruz hits back at 'insecure' JD Vance over claims Texas senator is 'really obviously' gunning for top jobCruz insisted that he is focused on the midterms after Vance made the comments in an NBC interview on Thursday.dailymailuk · united kingdom
PoliticsOct 4Trump, burger, Hormuz: meet the Iranian team behind billboard war on USHuge billboards on the walls of Tehran mocking US President Donald Trump and depicting American drones under the boot of an Iranian soldier are providing a chronicle of Iran’s war with the United States and Israel. Khaneh-ye Tarrahan, or Designers’ House, produces the billboards with anti-US messaging for prominent locations in Tehran where they are seen daily by large crowds of passers-by, including the city’s famed Valiasr Square. The team created a towering portrayal of Trump’s lips sewn and...South China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 4Abandon Pattinapakkam Assembly-cum-Secretariat complex project, insists a PIL plea before Madras High CourtChief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan would be hearing the case on October 5, 2026The Hindu
PoliticsOct 4Brazil at a crossroads: back to Bolsonaro or continue with Lula?Vandaag gaat Brazilië naar de stembus. Het belooft een nek-aan-nekrace te worden tussen de linkse zittend president Lula da Silva (80) en de radicaal-rechtse kandidaat Flavio Bolsonaro (45). Hij is de zoon van ex-president Jair Bolsonaro die een gevangenisstraf uitzit van 27 jaar voor een poging tot staatsgreep in 2022. Bolsonaro, met een radicaal-rechtse en conservatieve agenda, is voorstander van een vrije markt met weinig overheidsbemoeienis en keiharde politieoptredens tegen criminaliteit. President Lula da Silva, opgegroeid in diepe armoede, staat bekend om zijn progressieve en sociale agNOS Buitenland
PoliticsOct 4Singapore debuts a state-backed dating app for young government workers as it works to slow a demographic crisisSingapore's government is playing matchmaker for young public officials against a backdrop of ultra-low fertility.CNBC
PoliticsOct 4Bosnia votes Sunday in election that could affect EU bidSARAJEVO, Oct 4 (Reuters) - Bosnians voted on Sunday ⁠in elections which could impact their European Union membership bid and the influence that the United States and ⁠Russia seek over the small Balkan nation.thestar_my · malaysia
PoliticsOct 4Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to pledge more supportChancellor Friedrich Merz is expected to announce a new raft of measures to support Ukraine, including military aid and plans for the joint production of interceptor drones.dw · germany
PoliticsOct 4Consulate expands support for nationals in USNEW YORK (CMC): St Vincent and the Grenadines’ Consul General to the United States Roland ‘Patel’ Matthews says the New York-based Consulate General is broadening its role beyond providing routine consular services to help nationals access educational, business and other opportunities. Matthews, who assumed office on March 1, said the Consulate is seeking to build relationships with universities, businesses, government agencies and other institutions that can provide tangible benefits to Vincentians living in the United States and at home.jamaicagleaner · jamaica
PoliticsOct 4Home Affairs Minister to meet top cop over SOCU head rape allegationsGEORGETOWN (CMC): Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond says she will meet with Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken to determine how to address allegations of rape and threatening behaviour against Deputy Commissioner Fazil Karimbaksh, who heads the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU). Walrond was responding to questions about whether Karimbaksh should be placed on administrative leave while investigations into the allegations continue.jamaicagleaner · jamaica