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17-year-old Rugby Player dies after On-Field Injury
By Honesty Victor A 17-year-old amateur rugby player, Cléa Menier, has died after suffering an on-field injury during an under-18s match in France. Menier, who played in the back row for Union du Bassin Marmandais, died after an accident during her club’s match against Agen Agglo Rugby on Saturday. She received medical attention on the pitch before being taken to Pellegrin Hospital in Bordeaux, where she later died from her injuries.
Presidency Accuses Atiku of Politicising Ebola Response, Defends Handling of N10bn Emergency Fund
By Honesty Victor The Presidency has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his comments on the Ebola public health situation, accusing him of politicising the government’s response and making unsubstantiated allegations. In a statement responding to Atiku’s remarks, the Presidency described his decision to link President Bola Tinubu’s name with Ebola as disrespectful and inappropriate, arguing that public health emergencies should not be used for political attacks.
I See A New JFK On The Horizon Becoming President in America, By Dr. Wumi Akintide
I see a new JFK on the Horizon becoming President in America. I can see another JFK in the new generation of presidential hopefuls soon to come out of the Democratic Party following the Blue Wave that nobody can stop in the up coming midterm elections, a fortnight from now. They include a Pete Budilieg a former Mayor but a gay candidate who could possibly be one of them.
Edo Correctional Service Launches Manhunt for 28-Year-Old Inmate Who Escaped During Court Appearance
The Nigerian Correctional Service emblem. Photo: NCoS emblem, reproduced by THISDAY. From Dispatch Room The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Edo State Command, has launched a search for a 28-year-old awaiting-trial inmate, Osita Thomas, who escaped from custody during a court appearance in Edo State. The development was confirmed in a statement dated October 21, 2026, and signed by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Aminu Suleman.
Imo Court Orders Speedy Trial of Five Kidnap Suspects, Fixes Four Hearing Dates
From Dispatch Room An Imo State High Court has scheduled four consecutive hearing dates for the trial of five defendants facing kidnapping charges, including three accused of abducting 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members on October 1, 2026. Justice Emeka Orafu issued the directive on Thursday, October 22, directing the prosecution and defence teams to cooperate in ensuring that the two separate cases are concluded promptly.
Obasanjo Says Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Have Worsened Poverty in Nigeria
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo From Dispatch Room Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying the sharp depreciation of the naira has worsened poverty and reduced the purchasing power of Nigerians.
Why Opposition Eyes Can’t See the Colours of a Rainbow By Azu Ishiekwene
With the general elections only three months away, opposition politicians are becoming increasingly good at running in circles. They have fancy names for this waste of time: consultations, tours, deliberations and meetings. As soon as one round ends, another begins – all motion, no movement.
Reps Move to Ban Landlords From Demanding More Than One Year’s Rent in FCT
Nigeria's National Assembly in Abuja, where lawmakers are considering a bill to regulate advance rental payments. From Dispatch Room The House of Representatives has introduced a bill seeking to prohibit landlords, estate agents and property managers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from demanding more than one year’s rent in advance from tenants.
UPDATE – Meta Strikes Deal to Keep Zuckerberg in California Amid $12 Billion Wealth Tax Threat
Mark Zuckerberg, founder and chief executive of Meta Platforms, photographed against a dark background. Jeff Sainlar/Meta From Dispatch Room Meta Platforms has reached an agreement with its founder and chief executive, Mark Zuckerberg, to keep him in California for eight years after concerns over a proposed billionaire wealth tax prompted him to consider relocating from the state.
UPDATE – Meta Faces Fresh Australian Class Action Over Alleged Harm to Children
From Dispatch Room Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing a fresh class-action lawsuit in Australia over allegations that its social media platforms exposed children to harmful content and encouraged addictive behaviour through their algorithms. The lawsuit, filed in the Federal Court of Australia by law firm MinterEllison, involves eight plaintiffs seeking compensation for alleged harm they experienced while under the age of 18.
FRSC Bans Officers From Escorting Politicians During 2027 Election Campaigns
Nigerian Federal Road Safety Corps officers conducting a roadside inspection. From Dispatch Room The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has prohibited its personnel from escorting politicians or leading political convoys during campaigns ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The directive was issued by the Zonal Commanding Officer of RS6, Assistant Corps Marshal Abimbola Owolabi, during her maiden official visit to the Cross River State Command in Calabar on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Ekomaru Urges Support for Imo Charter of Equity, Calls for Credible Owerri Governorship Candidate
From Dispatch Room Imo State Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ihuoma Ekomaru, has called on residents to support the Imo Charter of Equity, urging political stakeholders in Owerri Zone to unite behind a credible candidate for the state’s next governorship succession. Ekomaru made the appeal on Thursday, October 22, 2026, while receiving a delegation of the Owerri Zone Youth Assembly during a courtesy visit to her office.
Rwanda’s Formula 1 Grand Prix Deal Faces Human Rights Criticism Over Congo Conflict
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame delivers remarks during the announcement of the Formula 1 African Grand Prix at BK Arena in Kigali on October 13, 2026. Jean Baptiste Nkurunziza/AFP/Getty Images From Dispatch Room Rwanda’s agreement to host the Formula 1 African Grand Prix has attracted criticism from international human rights organisations and the Democratic Republic of Congo over concerns about political repression and the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo.
Alleged N1.06bn Fraud: EFCC Secures Court Order to Freeze Suspect’s Account
By Honesty Victor The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, Ikoyi, has secured a court order to freeze an account belonging to Yili Fu Liang Trading Co. Ltd over allegations of conspiracy and stealing. The account is allegedly linked to the transfer of N1,065,500,000 from Renmoney Microfinance Bank following a reported electronic banking incident.
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By Festus Adedayo Ph.D “No matter how fluid the voice of Nentawe Yilwatda could be on the campaign podium, it cannot substitute for the soothing, though coarse voice of the man the people voted into office. Nyesom Wike’s croaky voice and his bully can rally votes, but they cannot defend presidential policy failures, nor can they articulate personal vision, or take direct public ownership of government outcomes.
“I won’t be everywhere” as chichidodo, maggots-loving bird
By Festus Adedayo Ph.D “No matter how fluid the voice of Nentawe Yilwatda could be on the campaign podium, it cannot substitute for the soothing, though coarse voice of the man the people voted into office. Nyesom Wike’s croaky voice and his bully can rally votes, but they cannot defend presidential policy failures, nor can they articulate personal vision, or take direct public ownership of government outcomes.
YATS DG Oche Silas Congratulates Defence Minister Christopher Musa on CAN Award
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), OFR, being conferred with the Christian Icons Award by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). Credit: YAT From Dispatch Room The Director General of the Youth Alliance for Tinubu and Shettima (YATS), Hon. Oche Silas, has congratulated the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), OFR, on his reported conferment of the Christian Icons Award by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
Katie Zacharia’s Exit Raises Questions About Misrepresentation of Legal Credentials and What She Knew
Katie Zacharia Credit: The White House From Editorial Desk Katie Zacharia’s five-day tenure as White House press secretary illustrates why professional titles should accurately reflect both education and licensure. Her departure, following criticism of her first briefing and scrutiny of her legal credentials, raised questions about the consequences of presenting oneself as a lawyer without the necessary qualifications.
2027: NDC Accuses Wike’s FCT Administration of Demanding N750m for Campaign Posters in Abuja (Video)
By Honesty Victor A member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Zekeri Idris, has alleged that the administration of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike is demanding ₦750 million from the party to paste campaign posters in Abuja. Idris made the allegation during an interview with News Central TV, where he discussed the difficulties opposition parties allegedly face while trying to promote their candidates and political programmes.
Èdè Yorùbá: The Resilience Of A Race, The Beauty Of A Culture And The Opulence of A Tradition (2), By Remi Oyeyemi
The mathematical precision of sound in Yoruba Language is also the vault wherein the spiritual and scientific architecture of the Yoruba universe is preserved. When the highly trained initiates chant the Odù Ifá—the monumental, ancient literary corpus consisting of 256 sacred volumes containing thousands of verses of poetry, philosophy, medicine, and historical narratives—the tonal pitches must be flawlessly executed.
Internet fraud: Police task Nigerians on safe online practices
By Monday Ijeh Abuja, The Nigeria Police Force has called on citizens to adopt safe online practices to reduce the increasing rate of internet related fraud in the country. The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC), Mr Akaninyene Ezima, made the call on Saturday in Abuja.
The Blunders and Masterstrokes of Joseph Tegbe By Bode Opeseitan
There are men who enter public office quietly, and there are men who arrive like a voltage surge. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe belongs firmly to the latter category. As an administrator who stepped out of the polished corridors of KPMG Africa, where he rose to Senior Partner and one of the continent’s most respected advisory figures, Nigerians expected velocity. They expected competence. They expected a technocrat who would treat the power sector not as a ministry but as a battlefield. They were right.
COAS Inspects Construction of Ahmed Tinubu Barracks
By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has inspected the ongoing construction of Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks Phase II, urging contractors to maintain quality standards and deliver the project on schedule. The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Abuja.
THE WEIGHT OF EVERY NAIRA
By Queen Amina Mohammed (QAM) A Metaphoric Poem on Value for Money and Public Accountability The treasury is a river, Flowing through the hands of power, Carrying the hopes of millions, Yet reaching the people As a trickle, not a shower. Budgets rise like mountains, Promises bloom with every season, But beneath the painted bridges, The hungry still ask quietly: “What did all this spending bring?” A contract is a seed entrusted. A road should lead somewhere.
Manchester City’s 114 Guilty Findings – What Happens Next and What Could Be at Stake? By Gbenga Adebamiwa
Manchester City’s reported finding on 114 of 115 Premier League financial rule charges has moved the long-running case into a new phase. Reuters and several other international outlets have independently reported the finding, while Manchester City maintains that the process remains ongoing and is expected to appeal. The Premier League brought the charges in February 2023 after an investigation into alleged financial rule breaches covering multiple seasons.
Nigeria Is Not a Subsidy-Free Economy, By Abidemi Adebamiwa
The discussion about subsidies in Nigeria has become unnecessarily narrow because, for many people, a subsidy means petrol is sold below market price. I am not saying that Nigerians want the government to cease supporting all sectors. Rather, I believe many people refer to subsidies as if they were inherently undesirable, even though they operate in industries that might already benefit from subsidized electricity, infrastructure, or financing.
2027: Babachir Lawal Officially Joins NDC
Three months after dumping the African Democratic Congress, ADC, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC.
THE COUPLE WHO HID US FROM ABACHA’S MEN By Babafemi Ojudu
This morning, I feel compelled to write about a remarkable couple who stood by us during the perilous years of guerrilla journalism. Those were years when even relatives were afraid to admit that they knew you. Friends avoided you like the plague. Merely offering you a meal, a bed or a place to sit could attract the attention of the security services. Yet this couple took the enormous risk of sheltering us in their modest home in Sagamu.
2026WorldCup: Haaland Sends Out Mighty Five Times World champions, Brazil in 2-1 Win.
- Advertisement - ```html id="s7wthc" ``` By Eniola Olatunji …Norway Breaks R16 Jinx to Meet England Winner in the Quarters. The Warriors of Norway on Sunday night maintained an awesome dominance over world football super powers, Samba Boys of Brazil 2-1 in the round of 16.
Why Is Opposition Afraid Of Tax Reforms? By Bode Opeseitan
As they filed into the press hall at Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, the desperation was not just audible, it was visible. From the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) like Solomon Dalung, Kenneth Okonkwo and Chille Igbawua, who spoke for the group tagged Nigeria Opposition Movement, the gathering looked less like a united front and more like a wounded chorus. They were joined by others like activist Aisha Yesufu. Their demand?
Bet On Nigeria’s Victory Over Tanzania Fetches Davido $96k
Davido in Puma outfits... Music star, Davido has emerged victorious after placing a winning bet on the Super Eagles’ opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The artist had staked $25,000 on a prediction that both Nigeria and Tanzania would score during their Group C encounter. The match, played in Fes, Morocco, lived up to expectations as Nigeria secured a 2-1 win over Tanzania.
All You Need To Know About ‘Reflections’,Ayefele’s New Album
Iconic tungba gospel exponent, Dr. Yinka Ayefele (MON), has again blessed the world of music with the another soul-stirring album, philosophically named, ‘Reflections’. The 2025 album dropped on Monday, December 22. Like the great Socrates said, ‘The unexamined life is not worth living’, ‘Reflections’ is a poignant musical metaphor for Dr. Ayefele’s thoughtfulness, introspection, and nostalgia, to make sense of his personal life of near tragedies, trials and tribulations in the passing of time.
Opinion: Ayo Fayose’s Outburst: When Gratitude Is Wrapped In Grievance
By, Bode Opeseitan By all accounts, the 65th birthday of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose should have been a moment of reflection, reconciliation, and renewal. Instead, it became a national spectacle, one that exposes the fragility of ego, the weight of unresolved history, and the urgent need for decorum among those who shape public life. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, invited as guest of honor, did not mince words.
Nigeria’s lithium revolution and end of economic explotation.
For decades, Nigeria stood at the edge of promise—rich in minerals, rich in minds, yet poor in outcomes. The story was painfully familiar as foreign firms arrived with fanfare, extracted our birthright and left behind dust, debt and disillusionment. Communities watched trucks roll out with wealth they would never touch. Past governments signed deals that mortgaged tomorrow for pennies and the people—resilient, brilliant, hopeful—were told to wait.
Niger State governor inaugurates ward development project, to invest N9.8bn annually
Advertisement Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has inaugurated the State Steering Committee for the Niger State Ward Development Project, aimed at empowering local communities and driving growth across the state. The project will receive an annual allocation of N9.864 billion, with each of the 274 wards receiving N3 million monthly to address local needs.
The Power Show in Lagos By Bode Opeseitan
Advertisement I like the power show in the Lagos State House of Assembly. It all goes back to Rule No1 of Power in Robert Greene’s 48 Laws of Power. For those who orchestrated the removal of Mudasiru Obasa, it seemed like a done deal the moment the Speaker was ousted. Yet, in their execution, they overlooked Rule No. 1. The so-called ‘problem child’ they believed they had subdued has returned—because, knowingly or unknowingly, they undermined the Master.
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