Breaking News this Afternoon in Nigeria Thursday 29th October 2026

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The Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Idris Mohammed Gobir, has called for improved intelligence gathering, adequate funding for security operations and stronger accountability in the fight against insecurity in Nigeria. He made the call in Abuja while representing Governor Ahmed Aliyu at a policy roundtable on countering insurgencies, organised by the National Counter Terrorism… The post Tackle Insecurity With Better Intelligence, More Funding – Sokoto DG appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced the implementation of the NCC Device Checker Platform, a new initiative aimed at strengthening Type Approval compliance, protecting consumers, and enhancing the integrity of communications devices used on Nigerian networks. Speaking at a media briefing on Today, at the NCC Zonal Office in Lagos, the Zonal Controller, Tunji Jimoh,… The post NCC Unveils Device Checker Platform To Curb Counterfeit Phones, Protect Consumers appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Federal Government has clarified that the ₦70,000 monthly transport support approved for federal civil servants is a temporary intervention to cushion the effects of rising living costs and not a negotiated wage award or salary review. The Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu in a signed statement said the intervention… The post FG: N70,000 Monthly Transport Support For Workers Not Wage Award — Budget Office appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has warned that unrealistic increases in the national minimum wage could threaten business sustainability, undermine compliance and weaken employment generation, urging the Federal Government to adopt an evidence-based approach to wage determination. NECA Director-General, Mr Adewale-Smat Oyerinde, stated this at the 2026 Annual Labour Conference of the Labour Correspondents’… The post NECA Warns Against Unsustainable Wage Hikes, Calls For Evidence-Based Policy appeared first on New Telegraph.

Despite concerns over his alleged Stage 3 kidney disease, the defendant was ordered back into custody, raising fresh questions about his medical welfare and whereabouts. The Lagos State High Court presided over by Justice A.T. Muyideen has refused the bail application of Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, the third defendant in a murder case involving two other… The post Court Denies Akanbi Bail, Orders Remand At Ikoyi Correctional Facility Amid Fresh Concerns Over His Whereabouts appeared first on New Telegraph.

Despite the court ruling, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State has insisted that Governor Hope Uzodimma remains its candidate for the Imo West Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections. The party made this declaration in a statement issued on Thursday by its state Publicity Secretary, Onwuasoanya FCC Jones, following a ruling… The post 2027: APC Insists Uzodimma Remains Candidate For Imo West appeared first on New Telegraph.

President Bola Tinubu has declared that no Nigerian who has served the nation would be forgotten in retirement, as his administration moves to restore dignity, security and measurable value to the Contributory Pension Scheme. The President stated this on Thursday at the inaugural National Pension Week Leadership Summit held at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. He was… The post No Retiree’ll Be Forgotten With N758bn Bond, Pension Guarantee, PenCare, Says Tinubu appeared first on New Telegraph.

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged the newly appointed Head of Service (HOS), Mrs. Charity Babigha-Ehimen, to lead the state civil service with fairness, humility and integrity, while strengthening discipline, accountability and efficient service delivery. Oborevwori gave the charge Thursday during the swearing-in ceremony of the new Head of Service, where he urged her… The post Oborevwori Tasks New HOS On Fairness, Accountability, Workers’ Welfare appeared first on New Telegraph.

A retiring Lagos State teacher, Mrs. Francisca Olaitan Lawal, has won a three-bedroom apartment, while a staff member of the Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY), Mary Odofin, emerged winner of a brand-new sports utility vehicle (SUV) at the 26th National Women’s Conference of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO). Lawal, a Grade… The post Retiring Lagos Teacher Wins Three-Bedroom Apartment At COWLSO Conference appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Enugu State Government and Humatrix Limited have signed a partnership agreement to establish a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) hub in the state. The long-term target is to create over 100,000 jobs for young people and positioning Enugu as a leading destination for digital services in Nigeria and Africa. The agreement, signed at Government House,… The post Enugu Govt, Humatrix Partner To Create 100,000 Jobs Through BPO appeared first on New Telegraph.

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