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DisasterBreakingOct 18Man, son burnt to death in Jos tricycle crashVanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Migrants From Ukraine and Sudan to Keep Deportation Protections for NowTemporary Protected Status for the two countries was set to expire on Monday. The Trump administration said an announcement would be made “at the appropriate time.”NYT US
PoliticsOct 18Atiku tackles Tinubu over Police Exit Bill…says serving officers dip into pensions By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to explain his delay in acting on the Police Exit Bill, alleging that serving police officers are dipping into their pension savings to feed their families while retired personnel struggle to survive on meagre […] The post Atiku tackles Tinubu over Police Exit Bill appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Tinubu campaign council begins nationwide tour of traditional rulersBy Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The All Progressives Congress APC Presidential Campaign Council has begun a nationwide tour of traditional rulers ahead of the 2027 general elections, starting with the Emir of Ilorin and the Ooni of Ife. The Director General of the Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, led a delegation of party chieftains to the Emir […] The post Tinubu campaign council begins nationwide tour of traditional rulers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18AbdulRazaq commends Wike’s inclusion in Presidential Campaign Council..Says APC/PDP in Kwara Is 70-30 By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has commended the inclusion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, saying the development would boost President Bola Tinubu’s re-election chances in the state. AbdulRazaq said Kwara […] The post AbdulRazaq commends Wike’s inclusion in Presidential Campaign Council appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterOct 18Two Dead, Seven Injured In Plateau Road CrashAuthorities attributed the crash to reckless driving and overspeeding. The post Two Dead, Seven Injured In Plateau Road Crash appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 182027: APC unveils online portal for support groupsAgara said the portal was designed to build a stronger, better-coordinated and nationwide network of support groups for the campaign. The post 2027: APC unveils online portal for support groups appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 18LASU professor Tunde Akanni inducted as peace studies fellowThe Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), where Mr Akanni is currently on sabbatical, also congratulated him on the recognition. The post LASU professor Tunde Akanni inducted as peace studies fellow appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DisasterOct 18Commuters stranded for hours over dilapidated Ovia bridgeBy Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY — Motorists and commuters were stranded for more than three hours on Sunday evening along the Benin-Lagos Expressway as the dilapidated Ovia River Bridge and other traffic bottlenecks triggered a severe gridlock. The gridlock, which stretched from Ovia Bridge to Okada Junction in Edo State, turned a journey that ordinarily […] The post Commuters stranded for hours over dilapidated Ovia bridge appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18VIDEO: Wike Leads Assembly Members, Council Chairmen, Others To Meet With FubaraAlso part of the delegation was the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Kingsley Chinda. The post VIDEO: Wike Leads Assembly Members, Council Chairmen, Others To Meet With Fubara appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
DisasterOct 18Floods: Lagos threatens to shut sites dumping waste on roadsBy Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government has threatened to shut down construction sites and impose heavy penalties on developers and construction firms that dump building materials on public roads and drainage channels, warning that such practices worsen flooding and obstruct public infrastructure. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, issued the […] The post Floods: Lagos threatens to shut sites dumping waste on roads appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Kogi LG poll : APC wins all 21 chairmanships , 239 council seaThe APC party secured victory in all 21 chairmanships and 239 council seats during the Kogi Local Government elections. This indicates a dominant electoral outcome for the party in the region.punchng.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Kebbi accuses Malami of politicising UNDP poverty reportKebbi has accused Malami of politicizing a UNDP poverty report. This signifies a political dispute regarding the interpretation or use of an official report.punchng.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Tinubu warns Ekiti politicians against early 2030 gov bidsA political figure has warned politicians in a specific region against premature gubernatorial bids for an upcoming election. This signifies internal party dynamics and electoral strategy.punchng.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Court of Appeal upholds N12m damages against EFCC over Ubani’s detentionDelivering judgement on the appeal on Thursday, a three-member panel of judges unanimously upheld the award. The post Court of Appeal upholds N12m damages against EFCC over Ubani’s detention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 18AMAA 2026: Nigeria fields two contenders for Africa’s Best FilmBoth films will compete against seven productions from across the continent The post AMAA 2026: Nigeria fields two contenders for Africa’s Best Film appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BusinessOct 18Afrinvest repays undocumented $1 million from Elumelu with interestTony Elumelu says Afrinvest’s repayment of an undocumented $1 million investment made after the 2008 financial crisis has reinforced his belief that trust, when honoured, can unlock business growth and encourage more Africans to invest in promising entrepreneurs. The post Afrinvest repays undocumented $1 million from Elumelu with interest appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 182027: Opposition coalition too late to stop APC – Senator PlangPlang expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would win the majority of elective positions in Plateau State in 2027, while backing President Bola Tinubu for a second term. The post 2027: Opposition coalition too late to stop APC – Senator Plang appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
Sci & TechOct 18Nigerian inventor’s bionic arm named among TIME’s best inventions of 2026A Nigerian inventor whose struggle to find a prosthetic matching his skin tone inspired a functional bionic arm earned a place on TIME magazine’s Best Inventions of 2026 list. The post Nigerian inventor’s bionic arm named among TIME’s best inventions of 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 18Police arrest suspected cultist over murder in ImoBy Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI — The Imo State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old man, Bright Adiene, over the suspected cult-related murder of Okeke Nnamdi in Owerri. The command said efforts were ongoing to arrest another suspect, identified as Anyima, in connection with the incident reported on October 17, 2026. The police spokesperson, DSP Henry […] The post Police arrest suspected cultist over murder in Imo appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 18How I’ve managed diabetes for 30 years — Jide KosokoThe 72-year-old actor discussed his reliance on prescribed medication, regular medical tests and moderation, while rejecting claims that herbal remedies could cure the condition. The post How I’ve managed diabetes for 30 years — Jide Kosoko appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 18Presidency denies withholding ₦250bn NLNG dividends from statesThe Presidency has dismissed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s claim that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) dividends for each state until after the 2027 general elections. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, described the claim as false, arguing that the amount cited by […] The post Presidency denies withholding ₦250bn NLNG dividends from states appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 18DR Congo’s fast-moving Ebola outbreak spreads to eighth provinceSouth China Morning Post
PoliticsOct 182027: Tinubu, Nwifuru will win 95% votes in Ebonyi – UmahiUmahi, a former Governor and former Deputy Governor of the state, said the the Governor and APC have many wealthy persons that will bring their resources to support the general election for the party. The post 2027: Tinubu, Nwifuru will win 95% votes in Ebonyi – Umahi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria