Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers Monday 5th October 2026

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Heavily armed bandits have stormed Nasarawa area of Damba community, on the outskirts of Gusau metropolis in Zamfara State. The bandits attacked the community last night and positioned themselves at strategic locations, apparently to prevent rescue intervention from surrounding communities. A female victim, who spoke to Daily Trust on condition of anonymity, said the bandits

As Nigerians continue to grapple with high transportation costs following increases in petrol prices, countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and North America have adopted a range of measures to cushion citizens from the impact of rising fuel costs. The interventions range from fuel subsidies and tax cuts to temporary reductions in fuel levies, public transport

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the crash of a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 jet near a naval base in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State and has directed the Nigerian Air Force to immediately commence a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash. This was disclosed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to depart Lagos for Abuja today after six-day visit to Lagos. President Tinubu arrived in Lagos on Tuesday, September 29, after spending his annual vacation in London and Paris. While in Lagos, the President addressed the nation on 1st October to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day anniversary. Later that

First Lady Remi Tinubu says Nigeria’s economy is stabilizing, as foreign reserves are growing and inflation is going down. She stated this at the One-Day Women Stakeholders’ Mobilization and Empowerment Pre-Inaugural Summit organized by the APC Presidential Campaign Council held in Abuja, on Monday. The event, themed Renewed Hope Agenda 2.0: From Reforms to prosperity:

Tension erupted at the Transformer Road, Agudama-Epie axis of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital on Sunday evening as suspected cultists shot a young man to death and injured another woman in the area. Though the identity of the cult gang is yet to be identified, residents of the area told Daily Trust that the perpetrators are

Former Vice-President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has paid tribute to teachers across Nigeria while condemning the worsening cost of living that is making it harder for them to support their families and carry out their vital work. In a statement issued by Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the number of registered voters in Nigeria has risen to more than 103 million ahead of the 2027 general elections. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja at a strategic workshop with media executives organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in

Families of passengers who were declared missing after the boat mishap at the Buruku crossing point of River Benue in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State have continued to mourn their loved ones, as rescue efforts intensify. The ill-fated wooden boat was conveying passengers returning from a burial ceremony in Logo LGA across the

The Kano State Police Command has invited a politician, Hon. Aminu Abdullahi Warkal, for questioning over an alleged unlawful display of a firearm during what appeared to be a political gathering. The command said it came across a video circulating on social media during its routine cyber patrol, in which Warkal was allegedly seen openly

Super Eagles attacker Kelechi Iheanacho has revealed the main reason behind his return to the national team. The player reaffirmed his unwavering dedication to the Super Eagles following his recall to the three-time African champions for an upcoming friendly match against Russia. Before his selection for Tuesday’s friendly, the former Manchester City forward had been Iheanacho reveals reason behind Super Eagles return

No fewer than 12 players could be unavailable for selection when Chelsea take on Bournemouth in the Premier League this weekend. Chelsea will face Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon, with several players expected to miss the encounter. Xabi Alonso’s squad has experienced a difficult period, having gone without a win in their last three league matches, 12 Chelsea, Bournemouth players set to miss Premier League clash

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ebonyi State, Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, has dismissed claims suggesting that he plans to abandon his 2027 ambition and support Governor Francis Nwifuru. Odii stated categorically that he would never, under any circumstances, step down from the 2027 governorship contest, saying that any publication suggesting otherwise Ebonyi: ODII dismisses claim of stepping down in 2027 guber election

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has disclosed that his administration has ordered new security vehicles, including armoured vehicles, as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and protect communities affected by recent banditry attacks. The governor made this known on Monday during sympathy visits to Jandutsi in Jega Local Government Area and Andarai in Maiyama Kebbi orders armoured vehicles to boost security operations

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described teachers as critical builders of the nation, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to their welfare and improved working conditions. Governor Adeleke made the declaration in a message commemorating World Teachers’ Day on Monday, October 5, 2026, in which he recognised the contributions of teachers to education and national development. Teacher’s Day: Teachers are critical nation builders — Gov Adeleke

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Monday received former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, at his residence in Port Harcourt. The All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate in Rivers State, Kinsley Chinda, alongside other political associates of the minister, was also in attendance. Although details of the meeting could not 2027: Wike meets Asari Dokubo as election draws near

A United States-based advocacy firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has filed a $57 million lawsuit against Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, the Federal Government of Nigeria, former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode and DCI Group over alleged defamation and conspiracy to kidnap and physically harm its founder, Dr. Von Batten. The firm disclosed this in a statement issued on US Firm officially files $57m lawsuit against Tinubu, Fani-Kayode

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has unveiled plans to conduct a Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, centre in Ottawa, Canada, from 2027. The Board made this known on its official social media platforms after a visit by its Registrar, Professor Segun Aina, to the Nigerian High Commission in Ottawa. Professor Aina stated that JAMB takes UTME to Canada, to start in 2027

The Adamawa State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in collaboration with the 271 Task Force Battalion of the Nigerian Army in Michika, has uncovered a cannabis farm in the mountainous terrain of Grang Village, Zah, in Michika Local Government Area. According to the statement, signed by Abner Yushua on behalf of NDLEA, Army taskforce destroy cannabis farm in Adamawa

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State on Monday met with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Wike’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, disclosed the meeting in a post on his official X handle, where he shared photographs from the meeting. “Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri was Rainbow Coalition: Gov Fintiri meets Wike amid FCT Minister’s face-off with APC governors

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