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PoliticsOct 20Superhighway: Ebonyi Community demands compliance with Umahi’s directive on borrow pitsBy Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The people of Ndiebor Ishieke Autonomous Community in Ebonyi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State have called for strict compliance with the directive of the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, on borrow-pit operations along the ongoing Calabar–Ebonyi–Enugu-Benue–Nasarawa–Abuja Superhighway project. The community urged the relevant authorities and the project contractor to […] The post Superhighway: Ebonyi Community demands compliance with Umahi’s directive on borrow pits appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 20Ebonyi stakeholders’ summit not party affairs says Sen. Sam EgwuBy Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The former Governor of Ebonyi State Dr. Sam Ominyi Egwu, has clarified that the stakeholders’ political summit was not a political party affairs and was not convened to adopt any presidential candidate. Dr. Egwu who was the Chairman of the Ebonyi 2026 Stakeholders Political Summit while reacting to the motion moved […] The post Ebonyi stakeholders’ summit not party affairs says Sen. Sam Egwu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 20Soludo celebrates Archbishop Okeke at 73By Vincent Ujumadu The governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated His Grace, Most Rev. Valerian Maduka Okeke, the Archbishop of Onitsha and Metropolitan of Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province, on his 73rd birthday. In the goodwill message, Governor Soludo described the Archbishop as a shepherd of uncommon humility, wisdom and moral courage, whose ministry […] The post Soludo celebrates Archbishop Okeke at 73 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 20FG not planning fuel tax, Oyedele clarifiesBy Henry Ojelu The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has dismissed reports that the Federal Government plans to introduce a fuel tax when the economy stabilises, describing them as “fake news.” Oyedele, in a post on Tuesday, reiterated that introducing a fuel tax at this time would be insensitive, […] The post FG not planning fuel tax, Oyedele clarifies appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 20Nigeria records first Ebola case as outbreak spreads across AfricaFrance 24 [en]
HealthOct 20Uganda seeks details of Nigeria’s confirmed Ebola caseUganda has asked Nigeria to provide detailed travel and clinical records of a woman confirmed to have the Ebola virus disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, following Nigeria’s confirmation of the infection. The post Uganda seeks details of Nigeria’s confirmed Ebola case appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 20Funds from sale of former Gambian ruler US property to be used to compensate victimsProceeds from the sale of a former Gambian ruler's property in the US are designated for victim compensation. This represents an international effort to provide restitution through asset recovery.cecildaily.com · United States
HealthOct 20NMA demands better pay, safer workplaces to stem doctors’ exodusThe Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has called on the Federal Government to provide doctors with internationally competitive remuneration, improved working conditions and safer workplaces to stem the growing exodus of medical professionals from the country. The post NMA demands better pay, safer workplaces to stem doctors’ exodus appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 20The Gambia to pay reparations to ex-dictator’s victims from sale of US mansionThe Gambia confirmed it received $2.5m from the sale of a US mansion belonging to former president Jammeh.Al Jazeera [en]
ConflictBreakingOct 20Drone attack on market kills more than 150 , South Sudanese officials saytheglobeandmail.com · Canada
PoliticsOct 20VIDEO: ‘He’s A Failure,’ Baba-Ahmed Rates Tinubu’s Govt LowHe accused Tinubu of being aloof and not doing enough to address issues facing Nigerians. The post VIDEO: ‘He’s A Failure,’ Baba-Ahmed Rates Tinubu’s Govt Low appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldOct 20Six Nigerians listed as NBA sets Africa-player record for 2026-27The National Basketball Association (NBA) has announced a record number of players born in Africa or with at least one parent born on the continent on opening-night rosters for the 2026-27 season, with six Nigerian players listed among the international contingent. The post Six Nigerians listed as NBA sets Africa-player record for 2026-27 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 20Ebola: 44 identified contacts to stay isolated for three weeks – MinisterMr Pate said authorities are treating the case as an imported infection, not community transmission. The post Ebola: 44 identified contacts to stay isolated for three weeks – Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HealthOct 20EBOLA: FAAN urges calm, vigilance among airport usersFollowing the confirmation of an Ebola Virus Disease case in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has said it is working with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, Port Health Services, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, and other relevant agencies to support ongoing containment efforts. The post EBOLA: FAAN urges calm, vigilance among airport users appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 20Ebola in Abuja: 10 things Nigerians should know about the deadly virusHere are 10 key facts Nigerians should know about the disease, including how it spreads, symptoms to watch for and ways to prevent infection. The post Ebola in Abuja: 10 things Nigerians should know about the deadly virus appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
Sci & TechOct 20Osun plans statewide AI surveillance system, drones to tackle insecurityThe Osun State Government said the surveillance project will be implemented in partnership with a Chinese technology company to tackle insecurity in the state. The post Osun plans statewide AI surveillance system, drones to tackle insecurity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 20Sule Lamido’s son denies, money laundering, bribery charges against him, his father, others8The EFCC is prosecuting the former Governor Lamido alongside his two sons – Aminu and Mustapha, on N1.35 billion money laundering charges. The post Sule Lamido’s son denies, money laundering, bribery charges against him, his father, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 20APC Campaign Council creates new directorates, names Betta Edu, youth, women’s affairs, ministers as directors.The council said it expects the appointees to bring their experience, commitment and organisational capabilities to bear on their respective responsibilities as preparations intensify for the 2027 presidential election. The post APC Campaign Council creates new directorates, names Betta Edu, youth, women’s affairs, ministers as directors. appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HealthOct 20Africa CDC calls for urgent global support as Nigeria confirms Ebola casePremium Times
Sci & TechOct 20 Vorssaint Replaced at Least 10 Utility Apps on My Mac – Ghanamma . comThe article discusses a user replacing at least ten utility applications on their Mac with an alternative called Vorssaint. This indicates a personal review or recommendation for software efficiency.ghanamma.com · Ghana
MilitaryOct 20UK reaffirms commitment to deepen defence , security partnership with NigeriaThe UK has reiterated its dedication to strengthening its defense and security collaboration with Nigeria. This indicates ongoing strategic cooperation between the two nations.vanguardngr.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 20World : AU warns against seizure of power by force amid tensiThe African Union has issued a warning against any seizure of power by force amidst existing tensions. This indicates political instability and potential threats to democratic governance.newvision.co.ug · Uganda
PoliticsOct 20Speaker Office says AG Mbeta hijacked explosive court battle without consultationThe Speaker's Office alleges that Attorney General Mbeta unilaterally took control of a significant court case without prior consultation. This points to a potential conflict or power struggle within the government's legal and legislative branches.nyasatimes.com · Malawi
ConflictOct 20Scores feared dead over clash involving OML 55 oil spill in Riversvanguardngr.com · Nigeria