Breaking News in Nigeria Today : Monday 5th October 2026

Here are some of the Breaking News in Nigeria Today Monday 5th October 2026 on some of the nation newspapers .

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the commencement of two new full-time undergraduate engineering programmes at Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State, effective from the 2026/2027 academic session. The approval, contained in a letter signed by Abubakar M. Girei, Director, Academic Planning, on behalf of the Executive Secretary of the NUC, followed a resource… The post NUC Approves Engineering Programmes For Western Delta University appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), has issued new guidelines to curb what is termed as commercialisation of Catholic worship, insisting that the Eucharistic celebration must remain central and that giving to the Church must be free, dignified and transparent. The new document, titled Guidelines on Fundraising in Liturgical Worship in Nigeria, was published… The post Nigeria Catholic Bishops Move To End Commercialisation Of Worship, Comedians At Mass appeared first on New Telegraph.

Oyo State Government has declared Monday, October 5, 2026, a work-free day for all teachers across the state in commemoration of 2027 Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) Day. The directive was contained in a circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Professor Musibau Babatunde. According to him, “the declaration reflects the administration’s… The post Oyo Declares Monday Work-Free Day For Teachers appeared first on New Telegraph.

Tragedy struck in Ungushi village, Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Sunday, when suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked the community, killing two residents. The attackers were said to have stormed the community in the morning, surrounding the village and opening fire on residents, causing panic and fear. Residents said local vigilantes quickly mobilized and… The post Insecurity: 2 Killed As Lakurawa Terrorists Attack Sokoto Village appeared first on New Telegraph.

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday met the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governors Forum and the governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, in Lagos. The President at the meeting charged the governors to ensure that the benefits of his administration’s reforms get to the people. Briefing newsmen after the meeting, Uzodinma said he… The post Tinubu Meets Uzodimma, Tells Govs To Ensure People Benefit From Govt’s Reforms appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), will on Tuesday, clarify issues bordering on candidates’ nominations by political parties in 2027 general election. The recent Supreme Court judgement had raised some petinent issues regarding party membership and nominations with regard to the 2026 Electoral Act. But Chief Press Secretary/Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, Adedayo Oketola,… The post 2027: INEC Chairman To Address Party Nominations On Tuesday appeared first on New Telegraph.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, has advocated for a conducive business environment for Nigerian women to ply their trade, saying the nation owed them an economy worthy of their labour. He noted that women should be given more space for their ambition to flourish unlike in the past when they carried heavy responsibilities with limited resources… The post Shettima: Nigeria Owes Women An Economy Worthy Of Their Labour appeared first on New Telegraph.

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has called for the probe of Jarrett Tenebe, Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jarrett Tenebe, over threat to deploy AK-47 rifles against anyone who attempts to deny the party the 2.5 million votes it has promised President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential… The post Atiku Demands Probe Of Edo APC Chairman Over Inciting Statement appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Managing Director of PRM Africa Marketing and Communications Limited, Mike Dada, has said that politicians preparing for the 2027 general elections must begin to build their public image early and embrace data-driven digital marketing to effectively connect with an increasingly young and discerning electorate. Dada, a marketing and public relations expert, said the era… The post 2027: Politicians Must Build Brands Early, Embrace Digital Marketing – Mike Dada appeared first on New Telegraph.

The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organization (MDPCO) has called on President Bola Tinubu to rescue the prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who were abducted in Imo state on Independence Day. The campaign organisation in a statement by Director of Strategic Communication Richard Ihediwa, also said the president should secure the unconditional release and safe… The post Makinde Campaign Demands Urgent Rescue Of Kidnapped NYSC Members, Others appeared first on New Telegraph.

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