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PoliticsOct 16Ethiopia Abiy names new Tigray government , wants polls in six monthsEthiopian Prime Minister Abiy has appointed a new government in Tigray and aims for elections within six months. This signifies a political move towards stabilizing the region and establishing new governance.cnbcafrica.com · South Africa
WorldOct 16How Bakassi Boys arrested ‘Issakaba’ distributor, accosted Sam Dede — Lancelot ImasuenMr Imasuen revisited the encounters ahead of the November cinema release of Issakaba Returns, more than two decades after the original film. The post How Bakassi Boys arrested ‘Issakaba’ distributor, accosted Sam Dede — Lancelot Imasuen appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 16Souleymane Diarrassouba: "With its new National Development Plan, Ivory Coast changes scale"Industrialisation, TGV, recul de la pauvreté : le PND 2026-2030 de la Côte d’Ivoire voit grand. Et le ministre chargé de sa concrétisation défend un programme de 175 milliards d’euros, dont le succès repose largement sur les investisseurs privés.Jeune Afrique
PoliticsOct 16‘Thirty-three governors cannot be wrong,’ Onanuga says of Tinubu’s supportThe Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has defended the President’s economic record, citing the support of 33 governors and claiming that food prices have dropped and foreign investors are returning to Nigeria. The post ‘Thirty-three governors cannot be wrong,’ Onanuga says of Tinubu’s support appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 16Wike questions Obi’s humility over IDP camp visitsThe minister challenged the perception of Obi as a humble politician, citing the former Anambra governor’s visits to IDP camps, including one he made to mark his 62nd birthday in Plateau State in 2023. The post Wike questions Obi’s humility over IDP camp visits appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 16Gov Diri didn’t speak on Coastal Highway as local champion — Murray-Bruce replies DukeMurray-Bruce said Diri was speaking as a statesman who recognised the value of infrastructure built to international standards, insisting that the governor’s support for the project was not based on a narrow state-level perspective. The post Gov Diri didn’t speak on Coastal Highway as local champion — Murray-Bruce replies Duke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 16Fans threaten to boycott Davido’s December concerts over Adeleke’s support for TinubuThe backlash followed Davido’s announcement of a three-night Lagos residency, as critics revived his previous remarks against APC supporters in Osun. The post Fans threaten to boycott Davido’s December concerts over Adeleke’s support for Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 16Truancy: Akwa Ibom warns parents, plans to ‘intercept’ loitering studentsThe Akwa Ibom government plans to set up a special task force to tackle truancy, street hawking, and school non-enrolment as the state faces mounting questions about its education outcomes. The post Truancy: Akwa Ibom warns parents, plans to ‘intercept’ loitering students appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 162027: Tinubu afraid to face Nigerians, has no business seeking re-election — ADC campaign“What President Tinubu has done is a clear act of contempt against the Nigerian people. The APC is known for its contempt for Nigerians. How can a man who wants to be re-elected as president, after failing woefully, say he does not want to visit the people he seeks to govern? It is an aberration of norm,” he said. The post 2027: Tinubu afraid to face Nigerians, has no business seeking re-election — ADC campaign appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterOct 16Famine Affects Southern Madagascar, Braces For Looming El NinoThe World Meteorological Organization has warned of "increased drought risk" in southern Africa as the months-long phenomenon begins in October, with countries across the planet from Brazil to India also vulnerable. The post Famine Affects Southern Madagascar, Braces For Looming El Nino appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldOct 162027: Spanish group, Fact Check Nigeria train journalists on indigenous-language reportingThe workshop, organised under the European Union Support to ECOWAS in Peace, Security and Governance (EPSG) Project, brought together journalists from different media platforms and states, including Lagos, Enugu, Edo and Oyo. The post 2027: Spanish group, Fact Check Nigeria train journalists on indigenous-language reporting appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DisasterOct 16Aircraft loses door shortly after take-off from AbujaA CL60 aircraft operated by Triton Aviation has made an emergency landing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, after its crew reported that a door had opened in flight. The post Aircraft loses door shortly after take-off from Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 16Police Confirm Abduction Of Catholic Priest John Otache In BenueChannels TV
PoliticsOct 16Keyamo blames Atiku over Nigeria Airways liquidation, Fani-Kayode disagreesMr Keyamo accused the former vice-president of hypocrisy, citing the liquidation of Nigeria Airways in 2004 and the long delay in settling the entitlements of its former workers. The post Keyamo blames Atiku over Nigeria Airways liquidation, Fani-Kayode disagrees appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 16Cameroon: Samuel Mvondo Ayolo denies new rumors about the death of Paul BiyaUne rumeur annonçant la mort du président Biya a circulé sur les réseaux sociaux. Contacté par Jeune Afrique, Samuel Mvondo Ayolo, le directeur du cabinet civil de la présidence, dément.Jeune Afrique
PoliticsOct 162027 : Tompolo Explains Why Oyo Should Stand with Tinubu – THISDAYLIVETompolo has provided reasons why Oyo State should support Tinubu for the 2027 elections. This indicates political endorsements and early campaign positioning for future electoral contests.thisdaylive.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 16West Africa : Senator Cyrus Warns West Africa Against Tackling Security Threats in IsolationSenator Cyrus has cautioned West African nations against addressing security threats independently. This highlights a call for regional cooperation to effectively combat shared security challenges.allafrica.com · Nigeria
HealthOct 16Ebola: School children among virus victims in Ituri provinceAfricanews [en]
PoliticsOct 16Atiku launches ‘Ask AA’ platform, says it received 1,000 questions in 30 minutesFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar says his new citizen-engagement platform attracted more than 1,000 questions within 30 minutes, as he and Rotimi Amaechi discussed insecurity and economic challenges during its launch. The post Atiku launches ‘Ask AA’ platform, says it received 1,000 questions in 30 minutes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 16Spring-summer 2027 ready-to-wear collections: Africa in the spotlight at Paris Fashion WeekFashion can absolutely be political, when it shapes identities and questions the balance of power. With his label Maxhosa Africa, South Africa's Laduma Ngxokolo is determined to put the continent in the spotlight. In Paris, Jacques Logoh, designer and founder of Togo's International Fashion Festival, gives African creatives a platform on the theme "Fashion against HIV". Plus Mossi Traoré stages his show at Paris's Père Lachaise Cemetery, to tackle the subject of death without taboo.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 16In Central Africa, who are the activists arrested after the dead city day?Cinq responsables de la société civile centrafricaine ont été arrêtés le 15 octobre à Bangui, alors qu’ils s’apprêtaient à s’exprimer sur les suites du mouvement contre la vie chère. L’opposition dénonce une atteinte à l’État de droit.Jeune Afrique
HealthOct 16Plateau Targets 6,000 Residents With Free Medical OutreachServices on offer range from specialist consultations and diagnostic tests to surgeries and cancer screening. The post Plateau Targets 6,000 Residents With Free Medical Outreach appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BusinessOct 16EFCC arraigns Kano businessman over alleged ₦34.8 million spaghetti fraudThe suspect faces one charge of criminal misappropriation altogether ₦34,875,000. The post EFCC arraigns Kano businessman over alleged ₦34.8 million spaghetti fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 16Tinubu directs security agencies to ensure credible 2027 elections , rescue abductees - Latest News In Nigeria , Nigeria News Today , Your Online Nigerian NewspaperPresident Tinubu has instructed security agencies to guarantee credible elections in 2027 and to rescue abducted individuals. This highlights the government's focus on both electoral integrity and addressing severe security threats.nigerianeye.com · Nigeria