<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[General News - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest General News news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening!]]></description><language>en-ng</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:09:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Ebola Outbreak in Africa Reaches Widest Expansion Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[Health officials are urgently seeking answers about the origins of a case newly identified in Nigeria, the first in that West African nation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebola-outbreak-in-africa-reaches-widest-expansion-ever/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebola-outbreak-in-africa-reaches-widest-expansion-ever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Announces First Case of Ebola in Current Outbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Health officials praised the Nigerian authorities for their transparency in reporting the spread of the virus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-announces-first-case-of-ebola-in-current-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-announces-first-case-of-ebola-in-current-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Found Congo Player Ineligible but Let Him Play in World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials determined that a goalkeeper from the Democratic Republic of Congo did not have the correct paperwork, documents show. But no action was taken, renewing questions about FIFA&rsquo;s governance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-found-congo-player-ineligible-but-let-him-play-in-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-found-congo-player-ineligible-but-let-him-play-in-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Found Congo Player Ineligible, Let Him Play in World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials determined that a goalkeeper from the Democratic Republic of Congo did not have the correct paperwork, documents show. But no action was taken, renewing questions about FIFA&rsquo;s governance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-found-congo-player-ineligible-let-him-play-in-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 06:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-found-congo-player-ineligible-let-him-play-in-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Military Helicopter Crashes With 32 Onboard]]></title><description><![CDATA[The crash was one of Nigeria&rsquo;s worst military aviation accidents in years. The country has a history of fatal military aircraft crashes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-military-helicopter-crashes-with-32-onboard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-military-helicopter-crashes-with-32-onboard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Charged With Running Fake Government Agency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian secured office space in a federal building, opened bank accounts and even held meetings with foreign diplomats. He says he is innocent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-charged-with-running-fake-government-agency/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-charged-with-running-fake-government-agency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Club’s Furnishings Reflect Its Nigerian Setting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ugoma Ebilah said she used work by artisans from throughout the region for her new venture, Mbari Kola.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-clubs-furnishings-reflect-its-nigerian-setting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-clubs-furnishings-reflect-its-nigerian-setting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Collector’s Art, on Loan to the Met, Will Be Owned by Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Novel collaborations with countries of origin allow objects in private U.S. collections to be repatriated and head for the Met on loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-collectors-art-on-loan-to-the-met-will-be-owned-by-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-collectors-art-on-loan-to-the-met-will-be-owned-by-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protests Erupt in Nigeria After Police Pack 66 Miners Into One Cell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirty-seven people died in the authorities&rsquo; custody, officials said. Two survivors said the cell had barely any ventilation, food, or water. People began &ldquo;collapsing and dying,&rdquo; one said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/protests-erupt-in-nigeria-after-police-pack-66-miners-into-one-cell/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/protests-erupt-in-nigeria-after-police-pack-66-miners-into-one-cell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu orders probe into death of detained miners in Niger]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Bola Tinubu has ordered full and transparent investigation into the death of suspected illegal miners detained by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger.The &#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&#8288;&#8203;&#8288;&#8203;&#8203;&zwj;&#8203;&#8288;&zwnj;&#8203;detainees were arrested during enforcement operations around Lt.-Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate in Minna over allegations of illegal mining.Tinubu said the life of every Nigeria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-orders-probe-into-death-of-detained-miners-in-niger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-orders-probe-into-death-of-detained-miners-in-niger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Domestic tourism in Nigeria: The Cities Quietly Leading the Rebound]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a decade, the story of Nigerian travel was mostly a story of leaving. Nigerians going abroad for holidays, for shopping, for medical trips, for weddings. Nigerians in the diaspora coming home briefly for Christmas. The idea of a Nigerian family choosing a weekend in Calabar over a trip to Dubai was, for many, unusual.That is quietly beginning to change. A combination of tighter travel budgets, weaker foreign exchange rates, better local supply, and a new generation of Nigerian creators show]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/domestic-tourism-in-nigeria-the-cities-quietly-leading-the-rebound/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/domestic-tourism-in-nigeria-the-cities-quietly-leading-the-rebound/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ikeja Electric raises safety alert, warns customers against unauthorised electricians]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme Akpan<br />
Ikeja Electric Plc has warned customers against engaging unauthorised electricians to work on its network, following recent incidents involving fatalities linked to unsafe electrical activities.<br />
The company also provided updates on its Meter Asset Provider, MAP, refund process during its September Virtual Stakeholder Engagement, a monthly platform for customer education, operational updates and service-related issues.<br />
Speaking during the session, Olaniyi Olayiwola, Head, Quality,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ikeja-electric-raises-safety-alert-warns-customers-against-unauthorised-electricians/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ikeja-electric-raises-safety-alert-warns-customers-against-unauthorised-electricians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emir Sanusi fires back at Dangote Refinery critics, says IPO will spread wealth across Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Challenges Detractors to mobilise $22bn for a competing Refinery<br />
By Udeme Akpan<br />
The Emir of Kano, His Royal Highness Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses across Kano State to take advantage of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited Initial Public Offering (IPO), describing equity ownership as a powerful vehicle for long-term wealth creation and economic empowerment.<br />
Speaking at the Dangote Refinery &ldquo;People&rsquo;s IPO&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/emir-sanusi-fires-back-at-dangote-refinery-critics-says-ipo-will-spread-wealth-across-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/emir-sanusi-fires-back-at-dangote-refinery-critics-says-ipo-will-spread-wealth-across-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike outperformed Odili, Amaechi as governors — Nwuche]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John AlechenuABUJA &mdash; Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Chibudom Nwuche, has said the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, performed better as governor of Rivers State than his predecessors, Peter Odili and Chibuike Amaechi.Nwuche stated this at the weekend in Ochigba, Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State, at a thank-you party he organised for leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and All Progressives Congress, APC, f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wike-outperformed-odili-amaechi-as-governors-nwuche/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wike-outperformed-odili-amaechi-as-governors-nwuche/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charly Boy celebrates as daughter gets engaged to female partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian entertainer Charles Oputa aka Charly Boy has celebrated the engagement of his daughter Adaeze to a female partner.The 76-year-old, also known as Area Fada, posted a video from the engagement on Instagram late Thursday, asking the public to wish them well.&ldquo;My beautiful Princess and her Husband. &ldquo;Folks, wish dem well for me,&rdquo; he wrote.Adaeze also announced the engagement on Instagram, sharing a photo with her partner and writing, &ldquo;WE&rsquo;RE ENGAGED!&rdquo;She ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/charly-boy-celebrates-as-daughter-gets-engaged-to-female-partner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/charly-boy-celebrates-as-daughter-gets-engaged-to-female-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIGER-DELTA: Untold secrets of Yar’Adua’s N50bn Amnesty deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[*How Villa power tussle, Yar&rsquo;Adua&rsquo;s death paralyzed N50bn peace gambit..Rebel generals got secret UN tracking codes despite home-grown frameworkThe inside story of bullet surgeries, HIV crisis, and the N65,000 creek exit strategy*New academic study by Moshood reveals why ex-militants can never return to trenches*Unintended legacy of the armnesty programmeBy Clifford Ndujihe, Politics EditorFresh facts have emerged on the high-stakes political maneuvers, deep-seated logistical nightm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-delta-untold-secrets-of-yaraduas-n50bn-amnesty-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-delta-untold-secrets-of-yaraduas-n50bn-amnesty-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gombe govt faces questions over disputed Mechanics Village]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Gombe State Government is facing questions over activities at the Mechanics Village in Gombe following claims that portions of a disputed 1.30-hectare property were allocated to mechanics after a State High Court ordered the evacuation of structures from the land.The development has raised questions about the status of subsequent allocations and construction activities on the property, following a judgment in which the court recognised Emir General Integrated Limited as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-govt-faces-questions-over-disputed-mechanics-village/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-govt-faces-questions-over-disputed-mechanics-village/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC distributes sensitive materials for Gombe by-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has distributed sensitive electoral materials to the relevant local government areas ahead of Saturday&rsquo;s by-election for the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State.The exercise was conducted on Friday at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) premises in Gombe in the presence of political party agents, members of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), security personnel, C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-distributes-sensitive-materials-for-gombe-by-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-distributes-sensitive-materials-for-gombe-by-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gombe By-Election: Police announce security measures]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Restrict movement, commercial activities in three LGAsBy Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Gombe State Police Command has announced security arrangements for Saturday&rsquo;s by-election into the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency, assuring residents of security before, during and after the exercise.The by-election, scheduled by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for September 19, 2026, will be conducted across Gombe, Kwami and Funakaye Local Government Areas.The Commission]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-by-election-police-announce-security-measures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-by-election-police-announce-security-measures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku demands investigation into deaths of 37 suspected miners in NSCDC custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has called for an independent, thorough and transparent investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Niger State.Atiku, in a statement posted on X on Friday, said the victims were entitled to protection and dignity while in government custody, regardless of the allegations against them.He commended the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-demands-investigation-into-deaths-of-37-suspected-miners-in-nscdc-custody/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-demands-investigation-into-deaths-of-37-suspected-miners-in-nscdc-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[37 Miners in Nigeria Die in Police Custody, Sparking Protests]]></title><description><![CDATA[One survivor told The New York Times that dozens were packed into a single cell with barely any ventilation, food, or water.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/37-miners-in-nigeria-die-in-police-custody-sparking-protests/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/37-miners-in-nigeria-die-in-police-custody-sparking-protests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mambilla Scandal: Atiku ‘unfit for Nigeria’s presidency’ — APC campaign council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council has described African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar as &ldquo;unfit for Nigeria&rsquo;s presidency&rdquo; over revelations arising from the arbitration dispute surrounding the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project.The APC campaign council made the allegation in a statement signed by its spokesman, Dele Alake, on Friday, following the International Chamber of Commerce, ICC, tribunal&rsquo;s ruling]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mambilla-scandal-atiku-unfit-for-nigerias-presidency-apc-campaign-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mambilla-scandal-atiku-unfit-for-nigerias-presidency-apc-campaign-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shakira to cap off world tour with Madrid 12-gig run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shakira will kick off on Friday evening a marathon twelve-concert run in Madrid, bringing an end to both her world tour and the Colombian superstar&rsquo;s eight-year absence from Spain.The 49-year-old &ldquo;Hips Don&rsquo;t Lie&rdquo; and &ldquo;Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)&rdquo; singer will take to a temporary 50,000-seater &ldquo;Shakira stadium&rdquo; erected in the south of the Spanish capital up till October 11, according to events giant Live Nation.With no other European tour dates]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shakira-to-cap-off-world-tour-with-madrid-12-gig-run/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shakira-to-cap-off-world-tour-with-madrid-12-gig-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On]]></title><description><![CDATA[France captain Kylian Mbappe has signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, ending a long association with Nike that stretched back to the start of his career, the company announced on Friday.&ldquo;Today, Swiss sportswear brand On announces its entry into football alongside football champion Kylian Mbappe, marking the beginning of the brand&rsquo;s journey into the world&rsquo;s biggest sport,&rdquo; read a company statement.On also announced that 1998 World Cup winner Thierry Henry had been appoi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbappe-ends-nike-partnership-to-join-swiss-brand-on/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbappe-ends-nike-partnership-to-join-swiss-brand-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK lists 4 countries with highest number of deportations in last 5 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UK recorded a steady increase in enforced returns after the number of people returned fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, with nationals of five countries accounting for a significant share of returns in recent years.According to the UK Home Office&rsquo;s immigration statistics, there were 9,914 enforced returns in the year ending December 2025, representing a 21% increase from the 8,169 recorded in the previous year.The Home Office&rsquo;s data tracks the five most common nationali]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-lists-4-countries-with-highest-number-of-deportations-in-last-5-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-lists-4-countries-with-highest-number-of-deportations-in-last-5-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mining: Alake mourns death of detainees in Niger, deploys investigators]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gabriel EwepuBarely hours after mourning and calling for the rescue of survivors of Sudan mine collapse that killed some miners, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, on Friday mourned the death of detainees for alleged illegal mining.In a statement signed by him, he commiserated with their families, people and government of Niger State and commended Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago for quickly handling the tension it caused in the state.He said: &ldquo;It is with profound shoc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mining-alake-mourns-death-of-detainees-in-niger-deploys-investigators/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mining-alake-mourns-death-of-detainees-in-niger-deploys-investigators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miners’ death: Nasarawa launches manhunt for mining companies recruiting minors]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Edwin Phillip, Lafia&nbsp;Nasarawa State Government has launched manhunt for illegal miners and mining companies who are in the habit of recruiting&nbsp;minors and underage workers at their sites and without recourse to industrial safety and welfare of the workers.&nbsp;Commissioner for Environment, Mining and Natural Resources, Margaret Elayo, stated this in her office, while speaking to journalists in reaction to the death of young miners in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil D]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/miners-death-nasarawa-launches-manhunt-for-mining-companies-recruiting-minors/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/miners-death-nasarawa-launches-manhunt-for-mining-companies-recruiting-minors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 budget-friendly iPhones students can buy in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[For students who want to own an iPhone without spending a fortune, there are several models available.While Apple&rsquo;s newest iPhones can cost well above the &#8358;1 million mark in Nigeria, older models have become considerably more affordable in the used and certified-refurbished market.The iPhone 13, while the iPhone 12 and iPhone 11 families offer even cheaper alternatives. Prices vary according to storage capacity, battery health, condition and whether the device is new, used or refurb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/top-10-budget-friendly-iphones-students-can-buy-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/top-10-budget-friendly-iphones-students-can-buy-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos youths trained to spot fake news, manipulated content]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaNo fewer than 50 youths in Lagos State have been trained to identify fake news, impostor content, misleading headlines, manipulated or altered media, fabricated information and content presented out of context.The training comes against the backdrop of growing concerns over the spread of misleading information online. Around 75 per cent of internet users in Nigeria frequently encounter fake news on digital platforms, severely affecting public trust in online media.Studies such]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-youths-trained-to-spot-fake-news-manipulated-content/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-youths-trained-to-spot-fake-news-manipulated-content/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov Bago declares 24-hour curfew following unrest over miners’ deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has imposed a 24-hour curfew across Minna, the state capital, following unrest reported in parts of the city.The curfew takes effect immediately after Friday&rsquo;s Jumu&rsquo;ah prayers and will remain in force until further notice.The directive requires residents to remain indoors and refrain from unnecessary movements throughout the period.Security agencies have also been directed to enforce the curfew and take measures to protect lives and property across]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gov-bago-declares-24-hour-curfew-following-unrest-over-miners-deaths/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gov-bago-declares-24-hour-curfew-following-unrest-over-miners-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England can build on World Cup ‘spirit’, says Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel said England will build on the &ldquo;fantastic spirit&rdquo; of their World Cup campaign as he targets glory on home soil at Euro 2028.The England boss was speaking at Wembley after naming a 27-man group for a four-game Nations League camp, starting with a clash against world champions Spain on September 26.It comes just nine weeks after the end of the World Cup, where England conceded two late goals in a painful semi-final defeat by Argentina.Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/england-can-build-on-world-cup-spirit-says-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/england-can-build-on-world-cup-spirit-says-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops rescue 6 kidnapped victims in Kaduna, Katsina]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Army said on Friday that its troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued six kidnapped victims during separate operations following fighting patrols in Kaduna and Katsina States on 17 September 2026.Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer, made this known saying that while three were rescued in Kaduna, another three were rescued in Katsina.He said, &ldquo;In Kaduna State, troops of Sector 1 OPFY, while acting on intelligence on a kidnapping incident in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-6-kidnapped-victims-in-kaduna-katsina/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-6-kidnapped-victims-in-kaduna-katsina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops foil attacks in Borno, kill four terrorists]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriTroops of Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded further operational successes in Borno State, foiling terrorist attacks on Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) at Gajiram in Nganzai Local Government Area and Mairari in Guzamala Local Government Area, leading to neutralization of four terrorists, while sustained military pressure resulted in the surrender of 2 Jama&rsquo;atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda&rsquo;awati wal-Jihad (JAS) terrorists, including]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-foil-attacks-in-borno-kill-four-terrorists/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-foil-attacks-in-borno-kill-four-terrorists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ubulu-Uku INE Festival: A Celebration of Culture, Peace and Renewal]]></title><description><![CDATA[UBULU-UKU, Delta State &mdash; The people of Ubulu-Uku celebrate with gratitude and deep respect His Royal Majesty, Obi Chukwuka Noah Akaeze, and commend his enduring reign and commitment to the growth, peace and development of the ancient kingdom. His support for initiatives that promote the preservation of Ubulu-Uku&rsquo;s rich cultural heritage remains an important part of the community&rsquo;s continuing journey.It was in this spirit of support for the traditional institution and the cultu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ubulu-uku-ine-festival-a-celebration-of-culture-peace-and-renewal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ubulu-uku-ine-festival-a-celebration-of-culture-peace-and-renewal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDP demands probe of alleged attack on campaign train in Ogun]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called on the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the alleged attack on its campaign train in Ososa, Odogbolu local government area of the state.The State Chairman of the party, Dr Abayomi Tella, made the call on Thursday, while addressing journalists in Abeokuta on alleged political harassment, intimidation and victimisation of PDP members in the state.Tella app]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pdp-demands-probe-of-alleged-attack-on-campaign-train-in-ogun/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pdp-demands-probe-of-alleged-attack-on-campaign-train-in-ogun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Nations League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo was called up for the start of Portugal&rsquo;s Nations League campaign on Friday as Jorge Jesus named his first squad since taking over as coach.The 41-year-old Ronaldo said last month this would &ldquo;probably&rdquo; be his final season in football, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable career during which he has scored more than 950 goals for club and country.Jesus, 72, coached five-time Ballon d&rsquo;Or winner Ronaldo at Al-Nassr before leaving in May after guiding t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ronaldo-named-in-portugal-squad-for-nations-league/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ronaldo-named-in-portugal-squad-for-nations-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 Women’s World Cup: Full quarter-final fixtures as Falconets get opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[The quarter-final fixtures for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Poland have been confirmed following the completion of the Round of 16 matches.Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets secured their place in the last eight after a convincing 3-0 victory over England on Thursday.The result puts Nigeria in a quarter-final clash against Colombia, who edged tournament hosts Poland 1-0 to progress.Elsewhere, North Korea booked their quarter-final ticket with a 2-0 victory over Japan.Brazil will face Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-full-quarter-final-fixtures-as-falconets-get-opponent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-full-quarter-final-fixtures-as-falconets-get-opponent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mambilla: We’ll review ICC judgment – Sunrise promoter Adesanya]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry OjeluSunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited promoter, Leno Adesanya, has said the legal battle over the long-delayed Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project is not over, following the recent arbitration decision involving the Federal Government.Adesanya, in a statement on Friday, said his legal team is reviewing the decision of the International Arbitration Tribunal under the auspices of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris, France, and will determine the appropria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mambilla-well-review-icc-judgment-sunrise-promoter-adesanya/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mambilla-well-review-icc-judgment-sunrise-promoter-adesanya/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger ties]]></title><description><![CDATA[French President Emmanuel Macron hosted President Bola Tinubu to a private dinner at the &Eacute;lys&eacute;e Palace in Paris on Thursday night, reaffirming Nigeria-France bilateral ties.The &#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&#8288;&#8203;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&zwj;&zwj;&zwnj;&zwnj;&#8203;engagement reflected the enduring relationship between the two countries and their shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation, according to the Presidency.Presidential Spokesperson]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-meets-macron-as-nigeria-france-renew-commitment-to-stronger-ties/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-meets-macron-as-nigeria-france-renew-commitment-to-stronger-ties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Influential billionaire investor Warren Buffett will step down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate announced Friday.The news brings to an end the revered investor&rsquo;s more than half-a-century of running the group, which he turned into a financial behemoth.Buffett&rsquo;s resignation is &ldquo;effective immediately&rdquo; and he will remain a member of the board of directors, Berkshire Hathaway said in a statement.Buffett&rsquo;s son Howard Buffett will take over as chairman,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/warren-buffett-steps-down-as-berkshire-hathaway-chairman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/warren-buffett-steps-down-as-berkshire-hathaway-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA president Infantino ‘must go’, says German FA vice-president]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gianni Infantino must leave the FIFA presidency &ldquo;no ifs or buts&rdquo;, according to Hans-Joachim Watzke, one of the vice-presidents of the German Football Association (DFB), as he spoke at a festival dedicated to artificial intelligence in Berlin on Thursday evening.The DFB was one of the few federations not to sign a letter of support for Infantino&rsquo;s re-election as FIFA president in six months&rsquo; time.&ldquo;He has to go, no ifs or buts,&rdquo; declared Hans-Joachim Watzke, wh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-president-infantino-must-go-says-german-fa-vice-president/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-president-infantino-must-go-says-german-fa-vice-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBN, finance ministry sign MoU to strengthen fiscal-monetary policy coordination]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Ministry of Finance have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Monetary-Fiscal Policy Coordination to strengthen their partnership in the pursuit of stronger macroeconomic management, lasting economic stability and sustainable prosperity for all Nigerians.The Governor of the CBN, Mr Olayemi Cardoso, signed on behalf of his bank, while the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Tai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cbn-finance-ministry-sign-mou-to-strengthen-fiscal-monetary-policy-coordination/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cbn-finance-ministry-sign-mou-to-strengthen-fiscal-monetary-policy-coordination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexander-Arnold, Palmer return to England squad for Nations League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer were both named on Friday in England&rsquo;s first squad since they were both omitted by manager Thomas Tuchel from the World Cup.Real Madrid full-back Alexander-Arnold, formerly of Liverpool, was included for the first time since June 2025 as Palmer returned having controversially missed out on a World Cup squad that reached the semi-finals before losing to Argentina.Meanwhile, Rio Ngumoha, Alex Scott and Jarrad Branthwaite were also included in a 27-man]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/alexander-arnold-palmer-return-to-england-squad-for-nations-league/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/alexander-arnold-palmer-return-to-england-squad-for-nations-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu to address Nigerians Oct 1 as FG unveils low-key independence celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza Ajayi, AbujaThe Federal Government has inaugurated the Inter-Ministerial Committee for the commemoration of Nigeria&rsquo;s 66th Independence Anniversary, unveiling a programme of activities culminating in a nationwide broadcast by President Bola Tinubu on October 1, 2026.Head of the Information and Public Relations Department in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation OSGF, Chris Ugwuegbulam, disclosed this in a statement issued Friday in Abuja.He said the ina]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-to-address-nigerians-oct-1-as-fg-unveils-low-key-independence-celebration/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-to-address-nigerians-oct-1-as-fg-unveils-low-key-independence-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi’s loans still being deducted from Anambra allocations  —  Commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anambra State Government has said deductions are being made from the state&rsquo;s monthly Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, revenue to service loans it says were obtained by the administration of former Governor Peter Obi.The Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation, Law Mefor, disclosed this on Friday while speaking on Arise Television&rsquo;s The Morning Show, amid the ongoing dispute over the financial records of Obi&rsquo;s tenure.Mefor said the fact that some]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obis-loans-still-being-deducted-from-anambra-allocations-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obis-loans-still-being-deducted-from-anambra-allocations-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian newspapers review: [2027] APC governors, Wike’s feud deepens]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the feud between the All Progressives Congress governors and Federal Capital Territory Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, deepening, with APC leadership in the South-East throwing its weight behind the Progressive Governors&rsquo; Forum, demanding full party support for all APC candidates in the 2027 general elections.Another headline features President Bola Tinubu commending the judgment of the International C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-2027-apc-governors-wikes-feud-deepens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-2027-apc-governors-wikes-feud-deepens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Crime against humanity’ — Adeyanju condemns deaths of 37 alleged miners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has condemned the deaths of 37 suspected miners, including alleged minors, in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Minna, Niger State.Adeyanju described the incident as a &ldquo;crime against humanity&rdquo; and called for the swift prosecution of anyone found responsible.&ldquo;This is a crime against humanity and perpetrators must face prosecution swiftly. It is unacceptable that people in State custody should di]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/crime-against-humanity-adeyanju-condemns-deaths-of-37-alleged-miners/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/crime-against-humanity-adeyanju-condemns-deaths-of-37-alleged-miners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran says struck oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s Revolutionary Guards said Friday they struck an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, according to state news agency IRNA, as a British maritime agency also reported an attack.Iran has maintained its stranglehold on the strategic strait as Washington continues pressing its counterblockade of Iranian ports during the Middle East war.The Islamic republic wants to charge ships for passage, attacking vessels it accuses of attempting to circumvent its preferred route.&ldquo;The Togo-flagg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-says-struck-oil-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-says-struck-oil-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Ballon d’Or: Organisers reveal new record set by Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The official Ballon d&rsquo;Or website has revealed a new career milestone achieved by Lionel Messi after the Argentine led Inter Miami to victory in the 2026 Campeones Cup.According to a report published on Thursday, the 39-year-old scored with a header as Inter Miami defeated Cruz Azul 2-0 in the clash between the MLS champions and Liga MX champions.The victory added another trophy to Messi&rsquo;s collection at Inter Miami while also setting a new personal record for the Argentine.Messi has]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2026-ballon-dor-organisers-reveal-new-record-set-by-messi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2026-ballon-dor-organisers-reveal-new-record-set-by-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video: ‘Wear APC cap or face consequences’, Edo LG chairman threatens drivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chairman of Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, Blessing Ebhodaghe, has directed commercial drivers operating in the council to wear All Progressives Congress (APC)-branded caps or risk sanctions.Ebhodaghe issued the directive during a visit to a motor park in the local government area, according to a video circulating on Thursday.He said the directive was part of efforts to support Governor Monday Okpebholo&rsquo;s pledge to secure 2.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-wear-apc-cap-or-face-consequences-edo-lg-chairman-threatens-drivers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-wear-apc-cap-or-face-consequences-edo-lg-chairman-threatens-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police tighten security in Anambra schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anambra State Police Command has commenced enhanced security deployment to schools and strategic locations across the state, as schools resume for the new academic session.<br />
Spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, who disclosed this yesterday, said the operation, in line with the Inspector-General of Police&rsquo;s Safe School Initiative, was coordinated under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, ACP Harrison Oruruo.<br />
He said the exercise involved the deployment of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-tighten-security-in-anambra-schools/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-tighten-security-in-anambra-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RMAFC reopens oil, gas wells verification over 13% derivation disputes]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Discards previous report amid states&rsquo; claims, counterclaims<br />
&hellip;Orders fresh coordinates, maps verification, field inspectionsBy Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, has reopened the verification of disputed and newly drilled oil and gas wells across Nigeria in a move aimed at resolving controversies over the sharing of the 13 per cent derivation fund among oil and gas-producing states.The commission, on Thursday, inaug]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rmafc-reopens-oil-gas-wells-verification-over-13-derivation-disputes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rmafc-reopens-oil-gas-wells-verification-over-13-derivation-disputes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KASU-ASUU suspends strike after Kaduna approves agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoThe Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Kaduna State University, KASU, chapter, has suspended its ongoing strike following the approval by the Kaduna State Government of the implementation and domestication of the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU agreement for academic staff of the institution.The union announced the suspension in a statement issued after its congress at the 1,000-Seater Auditorium of KASU.The statement, signed by KASU-ASUU Chairman, Comrade Abubakar A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kasu-asuu-suspends-strike-after-kaduna-approves-agreement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kasu-asuu-suspends-strike-after-kaduna-approves-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG suspends NSCDC Commandant over miners’ deaths in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza Ajayi, AbujaMinister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Niger State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, following the alleged deaths of suspected illegal miners in the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto axis of Minna, the state capital.This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the Minister on Media and Publicity, Alao Babatunde, issued on Thursday in Abuja.According to the st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-suspends-nscdc-commandant-over-miners-deaths-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-suspends-nscdc-commandant-over-miners-deaths-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos All White Party returns, to honour 20 lifestyle impresarios]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos social and lifestyle scene is set for another gathering as the 2026 edition of the Lagos All White Party holds on Sunday, September 20, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.<br />
The event is expected to bring together personalities from the entertainment, fashion, hospitality, media, beauty, business and nightlife sectors, with 20 lifestyle impresarios scheduled to be recognised for their contributions to Nigeria&rsquo;s evolving lifestyle and cr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-all-white-party-returns-to-honour-20-lifestyle-impresarios/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-all-white-party-returns-to-honour-20-lifestyle-impresarios/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He left an indelible mark on me’ — Kelani mourns Olu Jacobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ace filmmaker Tunde Kelani has described the late veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, as a founding patriarch of modern Nigerian screen performance, recalling the lasting impression he made on him when they first met in 1978.Jacobs&rsquo; death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, on Wednesday. The cause of death was not disclosed.Kelani, in an emotional tribute posted on X, said he first met Jacobs while studying at the London Film School, where the actor agreed to lead a student production withou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/he-left-an-indelible-mark-on-me-kelani-mourns-olu-jacobs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/he-left-an-indelible-mark-on-me-kelani-mourns-olu-jacobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From campus mud to NYSC khaki: The inspiring story of Bitrus Nwalsu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By CHRISTOPHER AMEH, BauchiThirty-year-old Bitrus Nwalsu was recently spotted manoeuvring a locally-fabricated wheelchair through the heavy traffic of the busy Shafa Roundabout. He struggled cautiously to cross, a daily battle made necessary by the complete absence of accessible pedestrian infrastructure.Read Also: Toyin Abraham rejects inclusion in Lagos APC campaign councilNwalsu graduated in 2024 from the Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAP), Bauchi, where he studied Business Administration]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/from-campus-mud-to-nysc-khaki-the-inspiring-story-of-bitrus-nwalsu/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/from-campus-mud-to-nysc-khaki-the-inspiring-story-of-bitrus-nwalsu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Bottling Company marks 75yrs, reaffirms commitment to Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Tunde OsoNigerian Bottling Company (NBC) Ltd, a member of the Coca-Cola HBC Group, has marked its 75th anniversary in Nigeria with a gala event held at the Conference Centre, Abuja.Reflecting on the company&rsquo;s origin, Anastassis G. David, Chairman of Coca-Cola HBC, said: &ldquo;In 1951, Anastasios Leventis negotiated the rights for the whole of Nigeria. It was a big, bold decision, but it was also a statement of belief; Belief in Nigeria, as a country of exceptional importance, scale an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-bottling-company-marks-75yrs-reaffirms-commitment-to-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-bottling-company-marks-75yrs-reaffirms-commitment-to-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oye: Nigeria’s economy in severe strain despite $10.37bn capital inflow]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;Says Fed rate hike litmus test for Nigeria&rsquo;s $54.61bn reserves, FX marketChairman of the Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics, AERE, Mr. Dele Oye, has said Nigeria&rsquo;s economy remains under severe strain despite attracting $10.37 billion in capital inflows, warning that the composition of the inflows raises concerns about the country&rsquo;s reliance on short-term foreign portfolio investment.Oye said the size of the capital inflow should not be mistaken for evidence that t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oye-nigerias-economy-in-severe-strain-despite-1037bn-capital-inflow/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oye-nigerias-economy-in-severe-strain-despite-1037bn-capital-inflow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sokoto Assembly acknowledges Kebbe LGA’s financial  transparency Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa UbandawakiSOKOTO: The Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Public Accounts and Local Governments has acknowledged Kebbe Local Government Area&rsquo;s commitment to due process, financial accountability, prudent management of public resources and strict adherence to established administrative procedures.The acknowledgement was contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Sokoto by the Secretary of Kebbe Local Government, Hon. Shamsudeen Umar Maiakwai, following an official engag]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-assembly-acknowledges-kebbe-lgas-financial-transparency-management/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-assembly-acknowledges-kebbe-lgas-financial-transparency-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote Refinery IPO: Rwanda moves to facilitate investor participation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Capital Markets Authority, CMA, of Rwanda has commenced discussions with relevant stakeholders to facilitate the participation of Rwandan investors in the initial public offering, IPO, of Dangote Petroleum Refinery.The regulator, in a statement on Wednesday, said it had observed strong interest in opportunities offered by capital markets and was working to facilitate participation by investors in the Dangote Refinery offer.&ldquo;The Capital Markets Authority of Rwanda is working with relev]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-refinery-ipo-rwanda-moves-to-facilitate-investor-participation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-refinery-ipo-rwanda-moves-to-facilitate-investor-participation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I rejected APC  —  Seriake Dickson]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Seriake Dickson, has explained that he declined to join the All Progressives Congress, APC, because he did not want Nigeria to drift into a one-party state.Dickson spoke in Abuja on Thursday when the management of LEADERSHIP Newspaper, led by its Vice Chairman, Mike Okpere, presented him with the notification of the newspaper&rsquo;s 2026 Politician of the Year award.The former Bayelsa State governor said his decision followed wha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-rejected-apc-seriake-dickson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-rejected-apc-seriake-dickson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign shipping firms reject double port-charging claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Godwin OritseThe Shipping Association of Nigeria, SAN, has rejected claims that shipping companies impose double charges on importers for electronic cargo release services, saying the allegation confuses different processes and deflects attention from other cost pressures in the nation&rsquo;s ports.The association, an umbrella body for foreign shipping companies operating in Nigeria, said its members&rsquo; charges remain below prevailing commercial rates.The reaction followed a recent alle]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-shipping-firms-reject-double-port-charging-claims/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-shipping-firms-reject-double-port-charging-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ACAMB at 30: Sipe unveils new focus on AI, digital media, stakeholder engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Babajide Komolafe<br />
The Association of Corporate Affairs Managers of Banks, ACAMB, has unveiled a new focus on artificial intelligence, AI, digital media, innovation and deeper stakeholder engagement as it marks its 30th anniversary.President of ACAMB, Jide Sipe, disclosed this at a press conference on the association&rsquo;s 30th anniversary, with the theme, &ldquo;30 Years of Shaping Narratives and Building Trust.&rdquo;Sipe said the changing communication landscape, driven by emerging techn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/acamb-at-30-sipe-unveils-new-focus-on-ai-digital-media-stakeholder-engagement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/acamb-at-30-sipe-unveils-new-focus-on-ai-digital-media-stakeholder-engagement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s net domestic assets rise to N101trn]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter EgwuatuNigeria&rsquo;s Net Domestic Assets (NDA) rose by 27.1 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to N101.006 trillion in July 2026 from N79.496 trillion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025, according to the money and credit statistics of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, for July 2026.NDA represents the Central Bank of Nigeria&rsquo;s (CBN) domestic claims (assets) on behalf of the Federal Government, including lending to commercial banks, government securities and other domestic inv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-net-domestic-assets-rise-to-n101trn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-net-domestic-assets-rise-to-n101trn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufactured goods imports surge 17% to N18trn in H1’26]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Yinka KolawoleNigeria&rsquo;s manufactured goods imports surged Year-on-Year, YoY, by 16.9 per cent to N18 trillion in the first half of 2026 (H1&rsquo;26), deepening concerns over rising import dependence and the growing pressure on local manufacturers.Latest Foreign Trade Statistics released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed that manufactured imports rose from N15.4 trillion in H1&rsquo;25 to N17.99 trillion in H1&rsquo;26.The increase was driven by a sharp rise in the seco]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/manufactured-goods-imports-surge-17-to-n18trn-in-h126/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/manufactured-goods-imports-surge-17-to-n18trn-in-h126/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 Budget: FG moves to produce implementable Finance Bill]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Federal Government (FG) has commenced preparations for the 2027 budget with the inauguration of a subcommittee to review existing fiscal and tax reforms and develop an implementable Finance Bill.The Subcommittee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms was inaugurated yesterday in Abuja by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele.The Finance Bill, which usually accompanies the annual budget, provides the legislative framework]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-budget-fg-moves-to-produce-implementable-finance-bill/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-budget-fg-moves-to-produce-implementable-finance-bill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CSOs protest rising debt, demand end to excessive borrowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma UjahCivil Society Organisations, CSOs, youths, students and market women yesterday protested at the Federal Ministry of Finance, Abuja, demanding an end to what they described as excessive borrowing by the Federal Government.The protesters, under the aegis of Climate Action, said the rising public debt-servicing burden was crowding out funding for critical public services and undermining efforts to tackle climate change, poverty and unemployment.Carrying placards with various messages,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/csos-protest-rising-debt-demand-end-to-excessive-borrowing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/csos-protest-rising-debt-demand-end-to-excessive-borrowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 18, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian naira weakened against the United States dollar on Friday, September 18, 2026, across both the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market.In the official market, the naira traded at about &#8358;1,331 per dollar, according to the latest data reported from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).The rate represents a depreciation from &#8358;1,329.56 per dollar recorded on Wednesday, with the naira losing about &#8358;1.44 against the greenback.In the parallel market,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-18-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-18-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Sowore promises 24-hour electricity within three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sekinat OsundijiPresidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has promised to deliver uninterrupted electricity across Nigeria within three years if elected president in the 2027 general election.Sowore said his administration would dismantle the existing national electricity grid and replace it with regional grids powered by a mix of solar, gas, hydro and biogas.Speaking in an interview on Channels Television, Sowore said Nigeria would require more than 60,000 me]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-sowore-promises-24-hour-electricity-within-three-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-sowore-promises-24-hour-electricity-within-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pan-African social impact announces social impact network]]></title><description><![CDATA[The organisers of the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) have announced the establishment of the Africa Social Impact Network (ASIN), a pan-African platform designed to extend the impact of the Summit beyond its annual convening by mobilising partnerships, financing, knowledge, and collective action throughout the year.<br />
The announcement follows the successful conclusion of the 5th Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 2026), held in Lagosy under the theme, &ldquo;Financing for Development: Building]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pan-african-social-impact-announces-social-impact-network/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pan-african-social-impact-announces-social-impact-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Akure-Ado Ekiti Road: 96bn road project stalls]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson &amp; Rotimi OjomoyelaThe woman was beside her SUV when a commercial motorcycle rider reportedly crashed into her vehicle. Before she could understand what was happening, other riders and street youths allegedly descended on her, blaming her for the incident.Some reportedly banged on the vehicle and attacked her with dangerous objects. The disturbing part was that it happened in broad daylight, in the presence of a large crowd, yet no one immediately came to her rescue.According]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/akure-ado-ekiti-road-96bn-road-project-stalls/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/akure-ado-ekiti-road-96bn-road-project-stalls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Policing Lagos: Why 15,597 officers can’t be everywhere]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma NnadozieA seemingly ordinary day in Festac, Lagos, turned into a frightening drama early this year when a well-dressed woman was allegedly attacked by more than 20 hoodlums following a minor road incident.The woman was beside her SUV when a commercial motorcycle rider reportedly crashed into her vehicle. Before she could understand what was happening, other riders and street youths allegedly descended on her, blaming her for the incident.Some reportedly banged on the vehicle and attacke]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/policing-lagos-why-15597-officers-cant-be-everywhere/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/policing-lagos-why-15597-officers-cant-be-everywhere/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Naira depreciates to N1, 375/$ in parallel market]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Elizabeth AdegbesanThe Naira today depreciated to N1, 375 per dollar from N1, 370 in the parallel market on Wednesday.&nbsp;The naira also depreciated to N1, 331 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM.Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose to N1, 331 per dollar from N1, 329.56 per dollar on Wednesday, indicating N1.44 depreciation for the local currency.Consequently, the margin between the parallel and officia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/naira-depreciates-to-n1-375-in-parallel-market/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/naira-depreciates-to-n1-375-in-parallel-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: APC governors, Wike’s feud deepens]]></title><description><![CDATA[***Aliyu slams Wike, say he&rsquo;s been compensated for 2023 support***Jibrin warns APC govs against embarrassing Wike***Shettima clarifies remarks on northern govs&rsquo; support for presidentBy Olasunkanmi Akoni, Johnbosco Agbakwuru &amp; Omeiza AjayiLAGOS &mdash; THE feud between the All Progressives Congress, APC, governors and Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, deepened, yesterday, with APC leadership in the South-East throwing its weight behind the Progressive Gov]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-apc-governors-wikes-feud-deepens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-apc-governors-wikes-feud-deepens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hajja Bintu Konto: Meet Labour Party vice presidential candidate for 2027 election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hajja Bintu Konto is a distinguished public health expert, humanitarian leader and development practitioner whose professional career spans over three decades of dedicated service in healthcare delivery, community development, humanitarian intervention and stakeholder engagement. Her impressive record of service, particularly in conflict-affected communities across Northern Nigeria, has earned her widespread respect as a bridge-builder, consensus mobiliser and compassionate leader.Read Also: Pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hajja-bintu-konto-meet-labour-party-vice-presidential-candidate-for-2027-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hajja-bintu-konto-meet-labour-party-vice-presidential-candidate-for-2027-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Houthis and Saudis: When the weak strike back, by Owei Lakemfa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ears across the globe have been virtually blocked since September 14, 2026, with news of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including its fuel pipeline and military infrastructure. The news outlets are jammed with stories of alleged Houthi aggression. These one-sided stories, some of which I will try to debunk here, portray Saudi Arabia as the victim. In truth, the Saudis are the aggressors who, since March 26, 2015, have been bombing the Yemenis, whom the dominant media prefer to call the Houthis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthis-and-saudis-when-the-weak-strike-back-by-owei-lakemfa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthis-and-saudis-when-the-weak-strike-back-by-owei-lakemfa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My farewell to dear Orlando, by Donu Kogbara]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orlando Modesti was born on 4th May 1944 in Argentina, to Raquel and Belmo Modesti. He studied architecture at the Universidad Nacional de Rosario, then left his country with high hopes in his heart, to seek global work experience, multinational friends and adventure.He fulfilled his dream. He worked in Rome, then in London for Norman Foster, a world-famous architectural guru, designing projects located in the UK, Canary Islands and Spain. Then, in 1978, he accepted a coordinator position in a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-farewell-to-dear-orlando-by-donu-kogbara/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-farewell-to-dear-orlando-by-donu-kogbara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the state turns the law against dissent under Tinubu’s watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[By KOLAWOLE OLANIYAN&nbsp;It is happening again. Under President Bola Tinubu, Nigerians are facing an increasingly repressive political and legal environment. Like the Muhammadu Buhari government before it, the Tinubu administration is making an utter mockery of Nigeria&rsquo;s constitutional and international obligations to respect human rights and uphold the rule of law. There is something deeply troubling about a country in which the security agency created to protect the state and its peopl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/when-the-state-turns-the-law-against-dissent-under-tinubus-watch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/when-the-state-turns-the-law-against-dissent-under-tinubus-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What shall we do about South Africa? By Azu Ishiekwene]]></title><description><![CDATA[If South Africa needed any serious signal that the mobs roaming the streets of its cities and townships in search of immigrants were a disgrace, the FIFA World Cup in June 2026 provided a large screen. But the country is not looking. Or it is looking but cannot see. In the last three years, according to Xenowatch, about 50 people have been killed in xenophobia-related incidents in South Africa. That&rsquo;s not counting the displaced and wounded, or the hundreds forcibly repatriated, and those]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-shall-we-do-about-south-africa-by-azu-ishiekwene/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-shall-we-do-about-south-africa-by-azu-ishiekwene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arresting the diphtheria scourge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s continuing diphtheria outbreak is a grim reminder that preventable diseases can become deadly when public-health systems fail to sustain basic immunisation. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says more than 10,000 confirmed cases have been recorded in 2026, with Kano, Borno and Bauchi among the worst-affected states. The figures are particularly disturbing against the cumulative burden. Since the outbreak began in 2022, Nigeria had recorded 65,759 suspe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arresting-the-diphtheria-scourge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arresting-the-diphtheria-scourge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As Nigerians battle compounded hardship on a daily basis, by Adekunle Adekoya]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE last one week has been quite impactful on Nigerians. Just as everyone was figuring how to continue managing fast-disappearing resources as prices of just about everything resumed an upward climb, the price of fuel energy took off from its precarious perch in the stratosphere, and headed for outer space. Most of us Nigerians woke up to see filling stations selling petrol at above N1,350 last Monday. Ostensibly, the latest surge in the price of petrol was triggered by tensions in the Middle E]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/as-nigerians-battle-compounded-hardship-on-a-daily-basis-by-adekunle-adekoya/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/as-nigerians-battle-compounded-hardship-on-a-daily-basis-by-adekunle-adekoya/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I don’t tolerate godfathers so I won’t be one – Otti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Alex Otti of Abia says he will neither be a godfather nor impose his successor on the state after serving his&nbsp;second tenure in 2031.Otti spoke on Thursday in Umuahia, while receiving a former Social Democratic Party Gubernatorial Candidate, Mrs Ngozi Johnson-Chukwunenye, and her supporters into the Labour Party (LP).He said that leadership succession should be based on identifying the most suitable person for the job, rather than perpetuating a &ldquo;sit-tight&rdquo; culture.He said&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dont-tolerate-godfathers-so-i-wont-be-one-otti/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dont-tolerate-godfathers-so-i-wont-be-one-otti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N.Korea leader’s sister blasts US drills, threatens ‘more offensive’ response]]></title><description><![CDATA[The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un accused the United States of escalating regional tensions through frequent military drills and warned of a &ldquo;more offensive&rdquo; response from Pyongyang, according to a statement published by state media Friday.&ldquo;The present situation, in which new records are set in terms of practical action hostile toward the DPRK, stresses the need to break records in our responsive action, proportional or more offensive in its nature,&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nkorea-leaders-sister-blasts-us-drills-threatens-more-offensive-response/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nkorea-leaders-sister-blasts-us-drills-threatens-more-offensive-response/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toyin Abraham rejects inclusion in Lagos APC campaign council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Actress Toyin Abraham has denied her inclusion in the All Progressives Congress Lagos State Campaign Council&rsquo;s Entertainment and Creative Economy Directorate.The movie star urged the public in an Instagram Story post Thursday to disregard reports suggesting her inclusion in the council.&ldquo;I&rsquo;m not a member of any campaign council. I have said it recently. I am staying out of politics. Please disregard the supposed inclusion of my name in any campaign committee,&rdquo; she wrote.A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/toyin-abraham-rejects-inclusion-in-lagos-apc-campaign-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/toyin-abraham-rejects-inclusion-in-lagos-apc-campaign-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos 2027: Egunjobi, Ninolowo dump APC for APM]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ebunoluwa SessouTwo politicians who were aspirants on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the Lagos State House of Assembly have defected to the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, following changes to the APC&rsquo;s candidate list for the Agege constituencies I and II.The affected politicians are former Agege Local Government Chairman, Kola Egunjobi, who is seeking the Agege Constituency I seat, and Azeez Yusuf, popularly known as Ninolowo, who is contesting for Agege Constit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-2027-egunjobi-ninolowo-dump-apc-for-apm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-2027-egunjobi-ninolowo-dump-apc-for-apm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EFL: Samba stars on debut as Man City thrash Norwich 5-0]]></title><description><![CDATA[Floyd Samba enjoyed a dream Manchester City debut as the 17-year-old struck twice in a 5-0 thrashing of Norwich to set up a League Cup last 16 meeting against Brighton.Samba was one of 10 changes Enzo Maresca made to the side that won a dramatic derby against Manchester United with 10 men on Sunday and the 17-year-old made his case for more minutes going forward.&ldquo;To get a debut like that is mind blowing. I couldn&rsquo;t believe it myself,&rdquo; said Samba, the son of former Blackburn an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/efl-samba-stars-on-debut-as-man-city-thrash-norwich-5-0/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/efl-samba-stars-on-debut-as-man-city-thrash-norwich-5-0/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juventus, Palace cruise to Europa League wins, Bournemouth beat Sociedad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juventus began their quest for Europa League glory with a 5-0 thrashing of NEC Nijmegen, while Bournemouth secured an impressive victory at Real Sociedad on their European debut on Thursday.Crystal Palace were 4-0 winners over Lech Poznan, but Celtic suffered another European embarassment as the Scottish champions were beaten 3-1 at home by Ferencvaros.Juventus expect to be competing among Europe&rsquo;s elite in the Champions League, but the failure to qualify last season has at least allowed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/juventus-palace-cruise-to-europa-league-wins-bournemouth-beat-sociedad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/juventus-palace-cruise-to-europa-league-wins-bournemouth-beat-sociedad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FCT Okada ban: CP orders probe into clash at Life Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe FCT Police Command said on Thursday that following an altercation between personnel of Vehicle Inspection Office attached to the FCT Task Force and commercial motorcycle operators at Life Camp which caused some disturbance over enforcement, the Commissioner of Police has ordered an investigation into the incident.Spokesperson of the command, SP Josephine Adeh, who made this known in a statement however noted that normalcy has been restored after the encounter.Aden said, &]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fct-okada-ban-cp-orders-probe-into-clash-at-life-camp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fct-okada-ban-cp-orders-probe-into-clash-at-life-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu hails Nigeria’s victory over Sunrise’s $2.35bn Mambilla claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPresident Bola Tinubu has commended the judgment of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) arbitration tribunal in Paris, framing it as a rebuke to &ldquo;predatory and exploitative claims by corrupt local and international entities and their enablers and funders.An International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) arbitration tribunal in Paris has handed Nigeria a sweeping legal victory, dismissing Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Ltd&rsquo;s claims and ordering the firm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-hails-nigerias-victory-over-sunrises-235bn-mambilla-claim/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-hails-nigerias-victory-over-sunrises-235bn-mambilla-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mambilla project: Nigeria wins $2.35bn arbitration battle against Sunrise Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has won an arbitration dispute against Sunrise Power over the Mambilla hydropower project, with an International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) tribunal in Paris dismissing the company&rsquo;s $2.35 billion claim against the country.The tribunal on Thursday also ordered Sunrise Power and its promoter, Leno Adesanya, to reimburse Nigeria 75 percent of the legal fees and expenses incurred during the arbitration.In its decision, signed by the three-member panel, the tribunal dismissed Sunrise&r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mambilla-project-nigeria-wins-235bn-arbitration-battle-against-sunrise-power/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mambilla-project-nigeria-wins-235bn-arbitration-battle-against-sunrise-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC orders probe as illegal miners die in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiThe Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has ordered a probe into the death of some suspected illegal miners who were arrested during enforcement operations conducted in parts of Niger State on September 15 and 16, 2026.National Public Relations Officer of the NSCDC, ACC Babawale Afolabi, in a statement on Thursday, said the suspects were arrested during a coordinated operation by the Niger State Command in the M.I. Wushishi/Lukoto axis as part of ongoing efforts to c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nscdc-orders-probe-as-illegal-miners-die-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nscdc-orders-probe-as-illegal-miners-die-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Akume, Tambuwal, others visit Yari in Zamfara over aunt’s death]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiA cross-section of Nigeria&rsquo;s political class, cutting across party lines, converged on Talata Mafara, Zamfara State, on Thursday to condole with the Director General of the All Progressives Congress APC Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, following the death of his mother&rsquo;s immediate younger sister, Hajia Rukiya Jibril.Heading the Federal Government&rsquo;s delegation was the Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF, Senator George Akume, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/akume-tambuwal-others-visit-yari-in-zamfara-over-aunts-death/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/akume-tambuwal-others-visit-yari-in-zamfara-over-aunts-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 feared dead as illegal mining pit collapses in Taraba]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Femi BolajiNo fewer than 20 persons including women and children, are feared killed or trapped after an illegal mining pit collapsed on Thursday afternoon at Mayo-Kam community in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State.The disaster occurred while artisanal miners were carrying out excavation activities at the site, triggering widespread panic and grief across the rural community.A resident of Bali, Saidu Baba Bali, who confirmed the incident to Vanguard, said the collapsed pit buried the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/20-feared-dead-as-illegal-mining-pit-collapses-in-taraba/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/20-feared-dead-as-illegal-mining-pit-collapses-in-taraba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Catholic Church declares December 8 national prayer, fasting day]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina AbubakarAs the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections, the Catholic Church has declared December 8 as national day for prayer and fasting for the successful and peaceful conduct of the poll.The church, in a communique issued at the end of the Second Plenary Meeting of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) held at Our Lady and St. Kizito Pastoral Centre, Oke-Gada, Ede, Osogbo Diocese, Osun State, 10 &ndash; 18 September 2026 and read to newsmen in Osogbo by the Presi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-catholic-church-declares-december-8-national-prayer-fasting-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-catholic-church-declares-december-8-national-prayer-fasting-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Our children are safe’ – IGP flags off Safe School Programme nationwide]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has assured parents that the Nigeria Police Force has taken responsibility for strengthening the security of schools across the country and that Nigerian children are safe, as the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) formally flagged off its Safe School Programme in Abuja.The programme which flagged off at LEA Primary School, Maitama, FCT, is aimed at strengthening security around schools through enhanced police-commu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/our-children-are-safe-igp-flags-off-safe-school-programme-nationwide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/our-children-are-safe-igp-flags-off-safe-school-programme-nationwide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mining marshals arrest 600 illegal miners, recover 100 sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Evelyn Usman<br />
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has disclosed that its Mining Marshals have arrested over 600 suspected illegal miners, recovered more than 100 illegal mining sites and commenced prosecution of over 500 suspects since the specialised unit was established in March 2024.Read Also: Don&rsquo;t sell homes or spend school fees on Dangote shares, Emir Sanusi tells investorsCommander of the Mining Marshals, Assistant Commandant Attah Onoja, disclosed this yesterday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mining-marshals-arrest-600-illegal-miners-recover-100-sites/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mining-marshals-arrest-600-illegal-miners-recover-100-sites/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US grants Iran delegation visas to attend UN assembly]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States is allowing an Iranian delegation to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York next week, a State Department spokesman said Thursday, despite a war that has entered its seventh month.A source familiar with the matter confirmed this would cover Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.&ldquo;Consistent with our host country obligations, the core delegation from the Iranian regime will be able to attend UN General Assembly High Level Week,&rdquo; the State Department spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-grants-iran-delegation-visas-to-attend-un-assembly/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-grants-iran-delegation-visas-to-attend-un-assembly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[English FA calls for Infantino to release World Cup sell-off documents]]></title><description><![CDATA[The chair of the English Football Association has called on FIFA president Gianni Infantino to release all the documentation relating to the abandoned plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors.Infantino&rsquo;s proposal was short-lived after a fierce backlash from across the sport, with European governing body UEFA threatening to boycott all FIFA competitions until it was shelved.FA chair Debbie Hewitt, who is also a FIFA vice-president and a member of the FIFA Council, has wri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/english-fa-calls-for-infantino-to-release-world-cup-sell-off-documents/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/english-fa-calls-for-infantino-to-release-world-cup-sell-off-documents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Obi, Kwankwaso Movement unveils 59-member presidential campaign council]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry HenryABUJA- The OK Movement, a political platform established to mobilise support for the joint ticket of the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Dr Rabiu Kwankwaso, has put in place a 59-member Presidential Campaign Council comprising zonal and state coordinators.The group has also unveiled &nbsp;directors for mobilisation, women affairs, strategy, security, legal affairs and other key areas ahead of the 2027 general elections.The OK Mo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obi-kwankwaso-movement-unveils-59-member-presidential-campaign-council/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obi-kwankwaso-movement-unveils-59-member-presidential-campaign-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NASS urges FG to review monetisation policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; The National Assembly has appealed to the Federal Government to review its monetisation policy, particularly the non-provision of official accommodation for civil and public servants.The appeal was made by the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA), Kamoru Ogunlana, while delivering his closing remarks at the end of a one-month training programme for legislative aides.Ogunlana said the policy had created accommodation challenges for lawmakers and their aides, with some]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nass-urges-fg-to-review-monetisation-policy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nass-urges-fg-to-review-monetisation-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archbishop ‘withdraws’ award given to Muslim cleric who praised bin Laden]]></title><description><![CDATA[The office of the Archbishop of Canterbury on Thursday withdrew an interfaith award given this September 11 to a Muslim cleric who praised Osama bin Laden, after the decision sparked backlash.Sarah Mullally, the head of the Church of England, last week handed awards to faith leaders including Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi, for &ldquo;reconciliation and interfaith cooperation&rdquo;.Ashrafi is the chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council, a prominent body of religious scholars.In 2007, he t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/archbishop-withdraws-award-given-to-muslim-cleric-who-praised-bin-laden/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/archbishop-withdraws-award-given-to-muslim-cleric-who-praised-bin-laden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full list: Osimhen makes Super Eagles 24-man squad for AFCON qualifiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has released the squad lists for the upcoming 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, as well as an international friendly against Russia.Nigeria will face Madagascar on September 25 before taking on Guinea-Bissau on September 29, while the Super Eagles are scheduled to play Russia in a friendly on October 6.Ola Aina makes his return after missing recent international action, while Benjamin Fredricks is back aft]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-osimhen-makes-super-eagles-24-man-squad-for-afcon-qualifiers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-osimhen-makes-super-eagles-24-man-squad-for-afcon-qualifiers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FTH Owerri: We didn’t shut down, disruption due to system upgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI &mdash; The management of the Federal Teaching Hospital Owerri has said the disruption of some of its services in the last 48 hours was caused by a scheduled upgrade of its Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.The hospital, in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Ikechukwu Anyaegbu, said the upgrade to a newer and more advanced version was part of its efforts to improve the efficiency, accessibility, security and overall quality of healthcare services.A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fth-owerri-we-didnt-shut-down-disruption-due-to-system-upgrade/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fth-owerri-we-didnt-shut-down-disruption-due-to-system-upgrade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dickson restates commitment to multi-party democracy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, has reiterated his commitment to multi-party democracy and a peaceful political process ahead of the 2027 general elections.Dickson spoke when the management of LEADERSHIP Newspaper, led by its Vice Chairman, Mr Michael Okpere, paid him a formal visit at his Abuja residence to present notification of his selection as the newspaper&rsquo;s Politician of the Year 2026.LEADERSHIP had]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dickson-restates-commitment-to-multi-party-democracy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dickson-restates-commitment-to-multi-party-democracy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Samsung phones that can compete with iPhone 18 Pro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple has raised the bar with the new iPhone 18 Pro, but Samsung has several flagship smartphones capable of going head-to-head with Apple&rsquo;s latest Pro model.The iPhone 18 Pro comes with Apple&rsquo;s new A20 Pro chip, a 6.3-inch OLED display, a 48MP triple-camera system and a new variable-aperture main camera. Apple has also introduced improvements to battery life, video recording and sustained performance.However, Samsung&rsquo;s 2026 smartphone lineup offers alternatives with powerful]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/3-samsung-phones-that-can-compete-with-iphone-18-pro/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/3-samsung-phones-that-can-compete-with-iphone-18-pro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hardship: Bagudu’s admission vindicates us — APM]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, said Minister of Budget and Economic Planning Senator Abubakar Bagudu&rsquo;s admission that the Tinubu administration failed to anticipate the scale of economic turbulence confronting Nigeria vindicated its earlier warnings about the government&rsquo;s policies.The party said the admission was coming as Nigerians grapple with rising living costs, business closures, unemployment and worsening poverty, which it attributed to th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hardship-bagudus-admission-vindicates-us-apm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hardship-bagudus-admission-vindicates-us-apm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra auto makers hail FG local vehicle policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Vincent UjumaduTwo automobile manufacturers in Anambra State, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM), Nnewi, and Jojo Motors Auto Assembly, Umunya, have welcomed the Federal Government&rsquo;s new policy making it mandatory for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to patronise locally manufactured vehicles.Officials of the two companies spoke during a visit by members of the board of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) to their facilities in Anambra.They said t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-auto-makers-hail-fg-local-vehicle-policy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-auto-makers-hail-fg-local-vehicle-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adebutu dares Yayi to go to court over Ekiti indigene claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;says Ogun APC in panic mode over PDP&rsquo;s growing strengthBy James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ogun State for the 2027 election, Oladipupo Adebutu, has challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, to institute legal action against him over claims concerning the senator&rsquo;s alleged indigene status.Adebutu, a former federal lawmaker, said he was prepared to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adebutu-dares-yayi-to-go-to-court-over-ekiti-indigene-claim/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adebutu-dares-yayi-to-go-to-court-over-ekiti-indigene-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea ambition ‘very clear’ after end of Boehly era – Xabi Alonso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xabi Alonso said Chelsea&rsquo;s ambition was &ldquo;very clear&rdquo; after Clearlake Capital took full control of the Premier League club, ending Todd Boehly&rsquo;s chairmanship.Chelsea announced late Wednesday that Clearlake, led by co-founders Behdad Eghbali and Jose E. Feliciano, would acquire the stakes of Boehly and director Mark Walter.US billionaires Boehly and Walter partnered with Clearlake to buy the club from Roman Abramovich in May 2022 in a sale mandated by the British governmen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/chelsea-ambition-very-clear-after-end-of-boehly-era-xabi-alonso/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/chelsea-ambition-very-clear-after-end-of-boehly-era-xabi-alonso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No development without security in North Central – NCDC]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; The North Central Development Commission (NCDC) has declared that the region cannot achieve meaningful development without treating security as part of its core infrastructure.The warning came as stakeholders unveiled a 20-year development blueprint designed to turn the region&rsquo;s agricultural land, mineral resources, strategic location and human capital into jobs, investment and better living standards.Prof. Mohammed Nuhu presented the communique adopted]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-development-without-security-in-north-central-ncdc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-development-without-security-in-north-central-ncdc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presidential Candidate: Meet Sunday Adenuga of BOOT Party – Because Of Our Tomorrow]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gabriel EwepuThe presidential candidate of of BOOT Party &ndash; Because Of Our Tomorrow &ndash; in the 2027 general elections is Sunday Adenuga.Read Also:https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/09/why-aisha-buhari-visited-me-atiku/Sonny Adenuga is a distinguished Nigerian technocrat, governance reform advocate, project management professional, and technology leader and risk expert with over two decades of international experience in leadership, information technology governance and organisational]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/presidential-candidate-meet-sunday-adenuga-of-boot-party-because-of-our-tomorrow/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/presidential-candidate-meet-sunday-adenuga-of-boot-party-because-of-our-tomorrow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAAC shares N2.338trn to FG, states, LGs]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared N2.338 trillion among the Federal Government, state governments and the 774 local government councils.The allocation was approved at the FAAC meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, according to a communiqu&eacute; issued by the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation.The amount represents a decline of about N699 billion from the over N3 trillion shared among the three tiers of government in the p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/faac-shares-n2338trn-to-fg-states-lgs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/faac-shares-n2338trn-to-fg-states-lgs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Aisha Buhari visited me — Atiku]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olayinka AjayiFormer Vice-President and 2027 African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has said the visit of former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, highlighted the need to build a better Nigeria.Atiku disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, following a meeting with the former First Lady.He said the visit was a reminder of the responsibility of those seeking a better country to prioritise the welfare and dignity of Nigerians.<br />
&ldquo;I was deligh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-aisha-buhari-visited-me-atiku/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-aisha-buhari-visited-me-atiku/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police repatriate Chinese fugitive wanted over rosewood smuggling]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, has repatriated a Chinese national, Zhang Shijie, to Guangzhou, China, following his arrest in Nigeria over alleged large-scale smuggling of endangered African Rosewood.Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Aniete Iniedu, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.According to Iniedu, Zhang was wanted by the Yangpu Sub-Bureau of the Anti-Smuggling Bureau of Haikou Customs District in China over]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-repatriate-chinese-fugitive-wanted-over-rosewood-smuggling/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-repatriate-chinese-fugitive-wanted-over-rosewood-smuggling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t mistake Nigerians’ patience for acceptance of hardship — Northern Christian Elders tell Tinubu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; The Northern States Christian Elders Forum, NOSCEF, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reverse the latest increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, warning that Nigerians&rsquo; patience with worsening economic hardship should not be mistaken for acceptance.For households already struggling to keep up with food prices, transport fares and other basic expenses, the elders said another petrol-price increase would only tighten the squeeze, fu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dont-mistake-nigerians-patience-for-acceptance-of-hardship-northern-christian-elders-tell-tinubu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dont-mistake-nigerians-patience-for-acceptance-of-hardship-northern-christian-elders-tell-tinubu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why Natasha deserves second term — Haroon]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;says she leads, APC followsBy John Alechenu, AbujaPublic affairs analyst, Bashir Haroon, has said Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan deserves a second term in office, citing what he described as her record of representation and constituency projects in Kogi Central.Haroon stated this in Abuja on Thursday while assessing the lawmaker&rsquo;s performance since she assumed office as representative of Kogi Central in the Senate.Akpoti-Uduaghan was sworn in as Kogi Central senator in November 2]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-natasha-deserves-second-term-haroon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-natasha-deserves-second-term-haroon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote refinery offer will boost investment — ADP VP candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; The Vice-Presidential Candidate of the Action Democratic Party, ADP, for the 2027 election, Chinazam Ike, has described the Dangote Refinery public offer as an opportunity for Nigerians to participate in the ownership of a major Nigerian industrial enterprise.In a statement signed by Desmond Ehis on behalf of Ike, the ADP candidate said the offer could broaden investment participation and encourage greater interest in productive enterprises.Ike also commended]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-refinery-offer-will-boost-investment-adp-vp-candidate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-refinery-offer-will-boost-investment-adp-vp-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t sell homes or spend school fees on Dangote shares, Emir Sanusi tells investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has advised prospective investors against risking essential funds, such as their children&rsquo;s school fees or primary residences, to purchase shares.Speaking on Thursday at the Dangote Refinery IPO investor roadshow in Kano, the traditional ruler urged residents to invest only disposable income they can afford to lock away for the long term.He recommended modest, manageable sums such as &#8358;10,000, &#8358;20,000, or &#8358;30,000 rather than seeking]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dont-sell-homes-or-spend-school-fees-on-dangote-shares-emir-sanusi-tells-investors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dont-sell-homes-or-spend-school-fees-on-dangote-shares-emir-sanusi-tells-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Makinde faults Tinubu’s legacy roads projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unveils APM NASS candidates in OsunBy Shina Abubakar, OsogboThe presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has criticised the Federal Government&rsquo;s ongoing legacy road projects, arguing that greater attention should be given to rehabilitating existing major roads across the country.Makinde spoke at the unveiling of the party&rsquo;s National Assembly candidates in Osun State. He was represented at the event by a member of the APM Elder]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/makinde-faults-tinubus-legacy-roads-projects/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/makinde-faults-tinubus-legacy-roads-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King Charles warns tech bosses of ‘existential dangers’ of AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[King Charles III warned tech giants of the &ldquo;existential dangers&rdquo; posed by artificial intelligence falling into the wrong hands during a conference in Scotland on Thursday.The gathering at Dumfries House brought together senior representatives from Nvidia, Google DeepMind, OpenAI, Anthropic, and Britain&rsquo;s minister for artificial intelligence.The debate over the risks of the technology has intensified in recent months, fuelled by several incidents and apocalyptic warnings from i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/king-charles-warns-tech-bosses-of-existential-dangers-of-ai/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/king-charles-warns-tech-bosses-of-existential-dangers-of-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HURIWA kicks against proposed concession of King’s College]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chioma ObinnaThe Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has called on the Federal Government to suspend moves to concession the management of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, to the school&rsquo;s Old Boys&rsquo; Association under a proposed Public-Private Partnership, PPP.<br />
HURIWA also demanded the immediate publication of the legal and contractual framework backing the proposed arrangement, insisting that Nigerians should know who would control the school, for how long and under w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/huriwa-kicks-against-proposed-concession-of-kings-college/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/huriwa-kicks-against-proposed-concession-of-kings-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 Women’s World Cup: 2 Quarter-Final Fixtures Confirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two quarter-final fixtures have been confirmed at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup following the latest round of matches.South Korea will face Italy in the first confirmed quarter-final on Saturday, September 19, while Brazil will take on Spain later the same day.South Korea and Italy will meet at Arena Sosnowiec in Sosnowiec, with kick-off scheduled for 2pm WAT.Brazil will then face Spain at the same venue at 5:30pm WAT.The remaining two quarter-final ties will be decided after Thurs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-2-quarter-final-fixtures-confirmed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-2-quarter-final-fixtures-confirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Updated: CSOs protest at Finance Ministry, demand end to excessive borrowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Warn FG against rising debt burdenEmma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefCivil society organisations, youths, students and market women, yesterday, took their protest against rising public debt to the Federal Ministry of Finance, Abuja, demanding that the Federal Government reduce borrowing and channel more resources into critical sectors of the economy.The protesters, under the aegis of Climate Action, said the country&rsquo;s rising debt-servicing burden was crowding out funding for essential p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/updated-csos-protest-at-finance-ministry-demand-end-to-excessive-borrowing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/updated-csos-protest-at-finance-ministry-demand-end-to-excessive-borrowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guinea bans France 24 TV outlet from broadcasting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guinea&rsquo;s media regulator banned French media outlet France 24 from broadcasting in the country Thursday, following comments it said were against the president.The west African nation is ruled with an iron fist by President Mamady Doumbouya, and dissenting voices have been reduced to a bare minimum.In a statement, the country&rsquo;s High Authority for Communication (HAC) cited the TV channel&rsquo;s &ldquo;remarks deemed to undermine the dignity of the head of state, Mamady Doumbouya&rdqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/guinea-bans-france-24-tv-outlet-from-broadcasting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/guinea-bans-france-24-tv-outlet-from-broadcasting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria shock England 3-0 to reach U-20 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets have advanced to the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup after defeating England 3-0.The Falconets produced a dominant performance, securing their second victory of the tournament and taking their goals tally to 13 in four matches.Tosin Rafiu gave Nigeria the lead in the eighth minute before Seimeyeha Janet Akekoromowei doubled the advantage two minutes into the second half.Mary Mamudu completed the scoring in the 73rd minute as the Falconets sealed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-shock-england-3-0-to-reach-u-20-womens-world-cup-quarter-finals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-shock-england-3-0-to-reach-u-20-womens-world-cup-quarter-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why Tinubu should be given second term — Lalong, First Lady]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash;Gains from reforms must be secured for future generations &mdash; First Lady<br />
&ndash;As ex-Plateau governor says subsidy removal painful but necessaryBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash;FORMER Plateau State Governor, Senator Simon Lalong and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on Thursday urged Nigerians to sustain President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s reform agenda beyond 2027, saying the tough measures already rolled out need more time to yield their full benefits.As Lalong asked Nigerians to re-]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-tinubu-should-be-given-second-term-lalong-first-lady/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-tinubu-should-be-given-second-term-lalong-first-lady/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Africa CDC warns Ebola outbreak not ‘under control’]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Ebola outbreak in DR Congo was far from being &ldquo;under control&rdquo;, Africa&rsquo;s top health body said Thursday, a day after the WHO said it was gaining ground against the virus.The outbreak, which began in the conflict-scarred northeastern province of Ituri, has seen more than 3,500 deaths from over 7,200 cases to date across seven northern and eastern provinces.The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director general Jean Kaseya acknowledged there had been a &ld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/africa-cdc-warns-ebola-outbreak-not-under-control/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/africa-cdc-warns-ebola-outbreak-not-under-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Customs intercepts police uniforms, pistol, explosives in Oyo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adeola BadruThe Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has intercepted 573 Nigeria Police Force crests, 92 yards of police camouflage uniform fabric, a pistol, six pistol magazines, a pump-action magazine and 60 detonating cords during its anti-smuggling operations in August 2026.The Acting Customs Area Controller of the command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Wale Moses Adewole, disclosed this on Thursday in Ibadan while briefing journalists on the command&rsquo;s revenue]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/customs-intercepts-police-uniforms-pistol-explosives-in-oyo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/customs-intercepts-police-uniforms-pistol-explosives-in-oyo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPOB demands referendum on Nigeria’s political future]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has called for a referendum to allow Nigerians and the various constituent peoples of the country to determine their preferred political future.In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group argued that the 2027 general elections alone would not resolve what it described as longstanding constitutional and political questions in Nigeria.IPOB said it believed a referendum would provide an opportunity for the people to express their views]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ipob-demands-referendum-on-nigerias-political-future/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ipob-demands-referendum-on-nigerias-political-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shettima clarifies remarks on Northern governors’ support for Tinubu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash;OFFICE of the Vice President, has clarified the remarks by Vice President Kashim Shettima concerning the support President Bola Tinubu received from northern governors in the build-up to his emergence as the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).A statement issued by the Senior Special Adviser to the President on Media and Communication, Office of the Vice President, Mr. Stanley Nkwocha explained that &ldquo;The Vice President&rsquo;s r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shettima-clarifies-remarks-on-northern-governors-support-for-tinubu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shettima-clarifies-remarks-on-northern-governors-support-for-tinubu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu 2027: S’East APC rejects Wike’s ‘rainbow coalition’, backs Govs]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: The leadership of the All Progressives Congress APC in the South-East has thrown its weight behind the Progressive Governors&rsquo; Forum PGF, demanding full party support for all APC candidates, from the Presidency to state Houses of Assembly, in the 2027 general elections.This was contained in a joint statement signed by the APC National Vice Chairman (South-East), Dr Ijeomah Arodiogbu, alongside the party chairmen of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo states, who argu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-2027-seast-apc-rejects-wikes-rainbow-coalition-backs-govs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-2027-seast-apc-rejects-wikes-rainbow-coalition-backs-govs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian man, Babatunde who masturbated in front of woman on UK train jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Nigerian man and registered sex offender, Babatunde Odutola has been jailed in the UK after exposing himself and masturbating in front of a woman on a train travelling towards Manchester.Odutola, 36, of no fixed address, was sentenced to 44 weeks in prison at Manchester Magistrates&rsquo; Court on Monday, September 14, after pleading guilty to outraging public decency and breaching a suspended sentence order.The incident occurred around 7pm on Friday, September 11, on a train travelling throu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-man-babatunde-who-masturbated-in-front-of-woman-on-uk-train-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-man-babatunde-who-masturbated-in-front-of-woman-on-uk-train-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Own your streets, politics is not a game of mouth — Adebayo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA: Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has urged young professionals to take an active interest in politics and contribute to efforts to address Nigeria&rsquo;s development challenges.Adebayo, who spoke on Wednesday in Abuja while interacting with members of the SDP Young Professionals and the Confederation of West African Youths at the party&rsquo;s national secretariat, said young Nigerians must take ownership of the country&rs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/own-your-streets-politics-is-not-a-game-of-mouth-adebayo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/own-your-streets-politics-is-not-a-game-of-mouth-adebayo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afreximbank backs Tanzanian SMEs with $10m export finance facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme Akpan<br />
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has extended a US$10 million finance facility to Azania Bank Plc of Tanzania to improve ac-cess to funding for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country&rsquo;s export value chains.<br />
The facility, provided under Afreximbank&rsquo;s Export SME Development Programme (ESDP), will enable Azania Bank to offer eligible SMEs working capital and medium-term financing for business expansion, asset acquisition, and pre- and pos]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/afreximbank-backs-tanzanian-smes-with-10m-export-finance-facility/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/afreximbank-backs-tanzanian-smes-with-10m-export-finance-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada processing times rise for Nigerians applying for study, visitor visas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerians applying to travel to Canada are facing longer processing times for several temporary residence applications, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada&rsquo;s latest update.As of September 16, 2026, the estimated processing time for a Canadian study permit from Nigeria increased to 10 weeks, up from nine weeks the previous week.The estimated wait for a visitor visa from Nigeria also increased, rising from 84 days on September 9 to 87 days on September 16.Meanwhile, th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-processing-times-rise-for-nigerians-applying-for-study-visitor-visas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-processing-times-rise-for-nigerians-applying-for-study-visitor-visas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reconcile or face consequences, APC stakeholders warn pro-SGF faction]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Concerned stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Benue State have urged members of the Benue Strategic Alliance to reconcile with the party or face disciplinary action for alleged anti-party activities.The stakeholders, who spoke after a meeting in Abuja on Thursday, said the APC constitution applied equally to all members, regardless of their position, history or influence within the party.The Benue Strategic Alliance comprises APC members regarded as loya]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/reconcile-or-face-consequences-apc-stakeholders-warn-pro-sgf-faction/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/reconcile-or-face-consequences-apc-stakeholders-warn-pro-sgf-faction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full List: Lagos APC unveils campaign council, names Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, will on Friday formally inaugurate members of its campaign council for the 2027 general elections.The inauguration is expected to take place at the APC Secretariat on ACME Road, Ikeja, Lagos.Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his predecessors, Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode, are among those listed in the campaign structure.According to a statement released on Thursday and made available to the media by the K]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-lagos-apc-unveils-campaign-council-names-sanwo-olu-fashola-ambode/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-lagos-apc-unveils-campaign-council-names-sanwo-olu-fashola-ambode/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Lagos APC unveils campaign council, names Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, will on Friday formally inaugurate members of its campaign council for the 2027 general elections.The inauguration is expected to take place at the APC Secretariat on ACME Road, Ikeja, Lagos.Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his predecessors, Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode, are among those listed in the campaign structure.According to a statement released on Thursday and made available to the media by the K]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-lagos-apc-unveils-campaign-council-names-sanwo-olu-fashola-ambode/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-lagos-apc-unveils-campaign-council-names-sanwo-olu-fashola-ambode/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign missions urged to review long visa processes]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Favour Ulebor, AbujaThe Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has urged foreign missions in Nigeria to review their visa processes for Nigerian applicants, particularly lengthy waiting periods for visa decisions.Odumegwu-Ojukwu made the call on Thursday in Abuja during an interactive session with heads of diplomatic missions in Nigeria.She said prolonged delays created difficulties for legitimate travellers, students, businesspeople and families, while stressing the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-missions-urged-to-review-long-visa-processes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-missions-urged-to-review-long-visa-processes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign missions urged to review long visa processes, waiting periods for Nigerians]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Favour Ulebor, AbujaThe Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has urged foreign missions in Nigeria to review their visa processes for Nigerian applicants, particularly the long waiting periods for visa decisions.Odumegwu-Ojukwu made the call during an interactive session with Heads of Diplomatic Missions in Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja, saying delays create difficulties for legitimate travellers, students, business people and families.She said Nigeria respects the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-missions-urged-to-review-long-visa-processes-waiting-periods-for-nigerians/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-missions-urged-to-review-long-visa-processes-waiting-periods-for-nigerians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 Budget: Oyedele launches fiscal policy review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has commenced preparations for the 2027 Federal Government budget with the inauguration of a subcommittee to develop an implementable Finance Bill.The Subcommittee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms was inaugurated in Abuja on Wednesday to review the implementation of existing fiscal and tax reforms and develop proposals that respond to current economic realities.The Finance Bill, which u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-budget-oyedele-launches-fiscal-policy-review/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-budget-oyedele-launches-fiscal-policy-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oriire school kidnappings: DSS docks Five Ansaru leaders on 7-count terror charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, AbujaThe Department of State Services (DSS) on Thursday re-arraigned five alleged leaders of the proscribed terrorist group Jama&rsquo;atu Ansarul Muslimina Fi Biladis Sudan (Ansaru) over their alleged involvement in the kidnapping of about 46 people, including students and teachers, from a school in Orire Local Government Area, Oyo State.According to the amended charge the security agency filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, the terror attack, which occurred on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oriire-school-kidnappings-dss-docks-five-ansaru-leaders-on-7-count-terror-charge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oriire-school-kidnappings-dss-docks-five-ansaru-leaders-on-7-count-terror-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full list: Jide Kosoko, Toyin Abraham, Pasuma, others make Lagos APC campaign council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has named several prominent entertainers to its Entertainment and Creative Economy Directorate ahead of the 2027 elections.Veteran actor Jide Kosoko, actresses Eniola Badmus, Toyin Abraham-Ajeyemi and Bimbo Akintola, as well as Fuji musicians Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, Abass Akande Obesere and Adewale Ayuba, are among the 33 members listed in the directorate.The campaign council was unveiled on Thursday by the Kadri Obafemi Hamzat Media Ce]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-jide-kosoko-toyin-abraham-pasuma-others-make-lagos-apc-campaign-council/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-jide-kosoko-toyin-abraham-pasuma-others-make-lagos-apc-campaign-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu campaign feud: APC chieftain slams Wike over governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniTensions within the All Progressives Congress, APC, have heightened following criticism by party chieftain Farouk Aliyu of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, over his recent remarks about APC governors.Speaking during an interview on Arise News on Thursday, Aliyu described Wike&rsquo;s reported references to some APC governors as &ldquo;419ers&rdquo; and &ldquo;lazy&rdquo; as being in bad taste.Aliyu said the leadership and members of the ruling part]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-campaign-feud-apc-chieftain-slams-wike-over-governors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-campaign-feud-apc-chieftain-slams-wike-over-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos APC unveils 2027 campaign council, names Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has unveiled its campaign council for the 2027 general elections, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and former governors Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode among those listed in the leadership structure.The list, released on Thursday by the Kadri Obafemi Hamzat Media Centre, places Sanwo-Olu in key positions within both the advisory and campaign structures of the council.Prince Tajudeen Olusi is listed as Chairman of the Governan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-apc-unveils-2027-campaign-council-names-sanwo-olu-fashola-ambode/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-apc-unveils-2027-campaign-council-names-sanwo-olu-fashola-ambode/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[S-West group condemns bandits’ attack in Oyo, tasks govt on security]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dapo AkinrefonThe South-West Security Stakeholders Group, SSSG, on Thursday condemned Monday&rsquo;s attack by suspected bandits on an Operation Burst base in a forest reserve along the Igbeti-Igboho axis in Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State.The attack, which occurred between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., reportedly saw the attackers open fire on security personnel and set a patrol van ablaze, causing damage to the facility.Reacting to the incident, the SSSG, in a statement by its Publi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/s-west-group-condemns-bandits-attack-in-oyo-tasks-govt-on-security/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/s-west-group-condemns-bandits-attack-in-oyo-tasks-govt-on-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 high-budget Samsung Phones with the best battery life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Battery life remains one of the most important features to consider when buying a premium smartphone, particularly for Samsung users who spend long hours streaming videos, browsing the internet, using social media, gaming or working on their phones.Samsung&rsquo;s high-end Galaxy range includes several devices with large-capacity batteries, while newer processors and software optimisation are designed to improve power efficiency.Samsung&rsquo;s current flagship range includes the Galaxy S26 ser]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/10-high-budget-samsung-phones-with-the-best-battery-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/10-high-budget-samsung-phones-with-the-best-battery-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South African Woman jailed 25 years for trafficking heroin into Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday sentenced a 38-year-old South African woman, Will Ann, to 25 years imprisonment for smuggling 5.75 kg of heroin into Nigeria.Justice Obiora Egwuatu, in a judgment, held that the Nigerian law does not respect emotions.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ann was arrested when she trafficked the substance through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had, in August, arraigned Ann befo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-african-woman-jailed-25-years-for-trafficking-heroin-into-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-african-woman-jailed-25-years-for-trafficking-heroin-into-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi got away with lies in 2023; Nigerians ready to fact-check him  —  Keyamo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said Nigerians are now prepared to scrutinise claims made by the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 election.Keyamo made the comment in a post on X on Thursday amid the ongoing controversy between Obi and the Anambra State Government over the financial records of his administration as governor.The minister dismissed suggestions that the repeated attention on Obi amounted]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-got-away-with-lies-in-2023-nigerians-ready-to-fact-check-him-keyamo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-got-away-with-lies-in-2023-nigerians-ready-to-fact-check-him-keyamo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okumagba commends kings, urges support for peace in Warri]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Delta State Commissioner for Finance, Olorogun Bernard Okumagba has reiterated his call for all indigenous ethnic nationalities in Warri Federal Constituency &ndash; Itsekiri, Ijaw and Urhobo &ndash; to promote peace and live in peace with one another, anchored on mutual respect.In a statement issued on Thursday, the 17th of September 2026, Olorogun Okumagba who holds the Traditional Chieftaincy Titles of Udu of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom and Eruvwu R&rsquo;Ovie of Agbarha Warri Kingdom, both]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okumagba-commends-kings-urges-support-for-peace-in-warri/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okumagba-commends-kings-urges-support-for-peace-in-warri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why APC Govs are against Wike – Onoh]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dennis AgboFormer South-East spokesman for President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s 2023 campaign, Denge Josef Onoh, has attributed the current disagreements between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and some governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to what he described as the minister&rsquo;s longstanding pattern of political confrontation and mobilisation.Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists in Lagos, was reacting to Wike&rsquo;s recent media comments in which the minister criticised som]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-apc-govs-are-against-wike-onoh/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-apc-govs-are-against-wike-onoh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid fan group wants Mbappe apology over Ceuta shirt snub]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Real Madrid supporters&rsquo; group has demanded a public apology from Kylian Mbappe and two team-mates after they declined to fully wear a t-shirt in support of the people of Ceuta.Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Ibrahima Konate wore a tribute shirt partially rolled up ahead of Madrid&rsquo;s 3-2 win at Elche on Tuesday in La Liga.&ldquo;We are certain that every Real Madrid supporter and every Spaniard is ashamed of the image given by these three individuals,&rdquo; Ultras Sur said in a stateme]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/real-madrid-fan-group-wants-mbappe-apology-over-ceuta-shirt-snub/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/real-madrid-fan-group-wants-mbappe-apology-over-ceuta-shirt-snub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC chieftain faults Wike over verbal attacks on party governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Caleb AyemereA chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Farouk Aliyu has reacted to the ongoing rift between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and governors elected on the platform of the ruling party.Speaking in an interview on Arise Television on Thursday, Aliyu explicitly rejected the FCT Minister&rsquo;s remarks against the Progressive Governors Forum, calling the statements &ldquo;bad taste.&rdquo;The tension erupted after public comments attribu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apc-chieftain-faults-wike-over-verbal-attacks-on-party-governors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apc-chieftain-faults-wike-over-verbal-attacks-on-party-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cartoon: Nigerian subsidy elephantiasis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Read Also:<br />
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The post Cartoon: Nigerian subsidy elephantiasis appeared first on Vanguard News.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-nigerian-subsidy-elephantiasis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-nigerian-subsidy-elephantiasis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU urges Uzodimma to intervene in IMSU strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI &mdash; The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Owerri Zone, has called on Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, to summon a meeting with the management of Imo State University, IMSU, its Governing Council and union leaders over the ongoing strike by lecturers.The union made the call in a statement signed by its Zonal Coordinator, Dennis Aribodor, and made available to journalists in Owerri on Thursday.The statement, titled, &ldquo;Governor Hope Uzodimma: Imo State]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-urges-uzodimma-to-intervene-in-imsu-strike/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-urges-uzodimma-to-intervene-in-imsu-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade fair crisis: Board assures traders of fair play]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John AlechenuABUJA &mdash; The Lagos International Trade Fair Complex Management Board, LITFCMB, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining a fair and lawful business environment for Nigerian and foreign investors operating in the complex.The Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Board, Veronica Safiya Ndanusa, stated this in a statement on Thursday following concerns raised by the Auto Spare Parts and Machinery Dealers Association, ASPMDA, over the activities of Chinese ret]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trade-fair-crisis-board-assures-traders-of-fair-play/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trade-fair-crisis-board-assures-traders-of-fair-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marafa vows to resign if insecurity persists after two years]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Idris Salisu, GusauThe Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, governorship candidate in Zamfara State, Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa, has pledged to resign if his administration fails to achieve at least 75 per cent of its security objectives within two years, if elected governor in the 2027 general elections.Marafa made the declaration on Wednesday while responding to questions from journalists in Gusau.He said his administration would set a two-year target for addressing insecurity, adding that h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/marafa-vows-to-resign-if-insecurity-persists-after-two-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/marafa-vows-to-resign-if-insecurity-persists-after-two-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC releases final candidates’ list for Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has released the final list of candidates cleared to contest the forthcoming House of Representatives bye-election for the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State.The final list was contained in a statement signed by Rose Oriaran-Anthony, Secretary to the Commission, and obtained in Gombe on Thursday.According to the list, Yaya Alfa Muhammad is the candidate of the Allied Peoples Party, APP; Kallamu Usman]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-releases-final-candidates-list-for-gombekwamifunakaye/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-releases-final-candidates-list-for-gombekwamifunakaye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mutilated corpse of woman found in Jos wildlife forest reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Golok NanmwaThe mutilated corpse of a woman has been found along a stream in the Wildlife Park Forest Reserve in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.The incident was reported at about 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, after security operatives responded to a report of the discovery.According to security sources, concerned family members launched a search for the woman after she failed to return home and subsequently discovered her body near a stream within the forest reserve.The corpse was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mutilated-corpse-of-woman-found-in-jos-wildlife-forest-reserve/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mutilated-corpse-of-woman-found-in-jos-wildlife-forest-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mutilated corpse of woman found in Jos forest reserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Golok NanmwaJOS &mdash; The mutilated corpse of a woman has been found along a stream in the Wildlife Park Forest Reserve in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.The incident was reported at about 9:30 a.m. on Thursday after security operatives responded to a report concerning the discovery.According to security sources, family members of the deceased had launched a search after she failed to return home and subsequently found her body near a stream within the forest reserve.The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mutilated-corpse-of-woman-found-in-jos-forest-reserve/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mutilated-corpse-of-woman-found-in-jos-forest-reserve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo confirms 48 deaths, 182 cases from suspected alcohol poisoning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ondo State Government has confirmed the deaths of 48 persons from the consumption of a local alcoholic drink suspected to be contaminated with methanol.The Commissioner for Health, Dr Banji Ajaka, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Akure.Ajaka said 182 cases have been reported at medical facilities across Odigbo and Irele Local Government Areas of the state.He said Irele Local Government Area of the state had emerged as the latest flashpoint of the in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-confirms-48-deaths-182-cases-from-suspected-alcohol-poisoning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-confirms-48-deaths-182-cases-from-suspected-alcohol-poisoning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why it’s harder for female artistes to be successful – Fave]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian singer Chidozie Godsfavour Ugochinyere, popularly known as Fave, has spoken about the challenges female artistes face in the music industry, saying their success is often judged by their appearance rather than their talent.Fave made the remark during a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, where she compared the expectations placed on female artistes with those placed on their male counterparts.According to the singer, women in the industry are often expected to meet certain physi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-its-harder-for-female-artistes-to-be-successful-fave/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-its-harder-for-female-artistes-to-be-successful-fave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ninth woman found dead in South Africa killing spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African police on Thursday recovered the body of a ninth woman east of Johannesburg in two months, as a string of murders continues to stoke public anxiety.The country has one of the world&rsquo;s highest homicide rates but the discovery of the women&rsquo;s bodies, partially naked and battered, has raised fears that a serial killer or group of killers may be operating in the area.Police have imposed a lockdown in Kempton Park in the Ekurhuleni municipality and officers mounted roadblocks]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ninth-woman-found-dead-in-south-africa-killing-spree/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ninth-woman-found-dead-in-south-africa-killing-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug trafficking: Court sentences South African woman to 25 yrs in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday sentenced a 38-year-old South African woman, Will Ann, to 25 years&rsquo; imprisonment for smuggling 5.75kg of heroin into Nigeria.Justice Obiora Egwuatu, in a judgment, held that Nigerian law does not respect emotions.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ann was arrested when she trafficked the substance through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had, in August, arraigned Ann be]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/drug-trafficking-court-sentences-south-african-woman-to-25-yrs-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/drug-trafficking-court-sentences-south-african-woman-to-25-yrs-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Opposition coalition moves to accept more parties]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza Ajayi, AbujaThe Central Leadership Committee of the G100-backed coalition of opposition parties has resolved to expand its membership to accommodate other opposition parties interested in joining the national anti-Bola Tinubu coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by Salihu Moh. Lukman on behalf of the Coalition Parties, following the inaugural meeting of the Central Leadership Committee held on Wednesday. The Commit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-opposition-coalition-moves-to-accept-more-parties/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-opposition-coalition-moves-to-accept-more-parties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jibrin warns APC govs against embarrassing Wike]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiA chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC and federal lawmaker, Hon. Abdulmumin Jibrin, has warned aggrieved governors within the party against publicly embarrassing the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, insisting that no member of the ruling party can claim not to have benefited from his efforts in delivering President Bola Tinubu.Jibrin, a former Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, spoke on Wednesday night while featuring on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jibrin-warns-apc-govs-against-embarrassing-wike/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jibrin-warns-apc-govs-against-embarrassing-wike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian newspapers review: Tinubu must intervene in Wike, APC govs’ feud – PCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) urging President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the face-off between governors elected on the APC platform and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike.Another headline features the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) calling on the government to approve wage awards for workers to cushion the impact of the high price of petroleu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-tinubu-must-intervene-in-wike-apc-govs-feud-pcc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-tinubu-must-intervene-in-wike-apc-govs-feud-pcc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada alliance plan ‘not against anyone’, EU says after Trump threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[EU chief Ursula von der Leyen&rsquo;s proposal to make Canada an &ldquo;associate member&rdquo; of the bloc is not aimed against the United States, the European Commission said Thursday after President Donald Trump threatened trade ties over the plan.Trump called von der Leyen&rsquo;s unprecedented overture towards Ottawa &ldquo;laughable&rdquo; on Wednesday, telling reporters he could impose &ldquo;very serious tariffs&rdquo; or &ldquo;stop trading with Europe&rdquo; should the plan go ahead.&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-alliance-plan-not-against-anyone-eu-says-after-trump-threat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-alliance-plan-not-against-anyone-eu-says-after-trump-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Photos: “Stop giving loans to Nigeria”, ActionAid, others protest Nigeria’s rising debt, borrowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[ActionAid Nigeria, market women, university students and other civil society groups on Thursday staged a protest at the gate of the Federal Ministry of Finance over Nigeria&rsquo;s rising debt stock and the Federal Government&rsquo;s continued borrowing.The protesters called on the Federal Government to reconsider further borrowing, while urging the World Bank and International Monetary Fund, IMF, to stop extending additional loans to Nigeria.They said continued borrowing was placing a growing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/photos-stop-giving-loans-to-nigeria-actionaid-others-protest-nigerias-rising-debt-borrowing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/photos-stop-giving-loans-to-nigeria-actionaid-others-protest-nigerias-rising-debt-borrowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stake to Clearlake Capital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter have sold their stakes in the Premier League side to majority owner Clearlake Capital, which has assumed full control, the club announced Wednesday.American billionaires Boehly and Walter were two of the investors who partnered with Clearlake to buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich for &pound;2.5 billion ($3.3 billion) in May 2022.&ldquo;Chelsea Football Club today announced affiliates of Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (&lsquo;Clearlake&rsquo;) w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/boehly-and-walter-sell-chelsea-stake-to-clearlake-capital/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/boehly-and-walter-sell-chelsea-stake-to-clearlake-capital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos 2027: ‘I will campaign in Yoruba’ — GRV]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Bayo WahabThe Lagos governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has said he will campaign in Yoruba ahead of the 2027 election.Rhodes-Vivour, who contested the 2023 governorship election on the platform of the Labour Party, disclosed this during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday.He was responding to questions about his inability to speak Yoruba, an issue that featured prominently in the campaign against him in the 2023 election after an interview]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-2027-i-will-campaign-in-yoruba-grv/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-2027-i-will-campaign-in-yoruba-grv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klopp calls up 44 players in huge first Germany squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany coach Jurgen Klopp handed 16 players their first call-ups on Thursday as he unveiled a 44-man squad for his first camp since taking over as coach in the summer.Teams are restricted to naming 20 outfield players and three goalkeepers for each match but the former Liverpool manager took the unusual step of naming a larger squad.Klopp has split the group into two separate squads for Germany&rsquo;s four upcoming Nations League fixtures.The first group will be available for the games fixtur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/klopp-calls-up-44-players-in-huge-first-germany-squad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/klopp-calls-up-44-players-in-huge-first-germany-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi-Kwankwaso ticket will rewrite Nigeria’s political history — Ijebor]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Engr. Anselm Ijebor, has said the emergence of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as the presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, will alter Nigeria&rsquo;s political equation ahead of the 2027 presidential election.Ijebor, who spoke with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, said Obi&rsquo;s emergence had introduced what he described as a fresh political proposition into the 2027 contest.He said Obi&rs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-kwankwaso-ticket-will-rewrite-nigerias-political-history-ijebor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-kwankwaso-ticket-will-rewrite-nigerias-political-history-ijebor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra Debts: Obidient coordinator, Tanko releases Obi’s 2014 handover report, N86.7bn net balance]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nwafor Sunday Polycarp, Online News EditorThe National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has released a copy of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi&rsquo;s 2014 handover report, which showed a net balance of N86.67 billion in the state&rsquo;s financial position at the end of his administration.Tanko shared the document on X on Wednesday amid the ongoing dispute between Obi and the Anambra State Government over loans, inherited debts and other financial obligations attr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-debts-obidient-coordinator-tanko-releases-obis-2014-handover-report-n867bn-net-balance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-debts-obidient-coordinator-tanko-releases-obis-2014-handover-report-n867bn-net-balance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG clears N18.96bn PHCN pension arrears for 3,958 retirees]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Victor Ahiuma-YoungThe Federal Government, through the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate, PTAD, has completed the payment of N18.96 billion in outstanding pension arrears to 3,958 former employees of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria, PHCN, under the Defined Benefit Pension Scheme, DBS.According to a statement by PTAD&rsquo;s Head of Corporate Communications, Olugbenga Ajayi, dated September 17, 2026, the latest payment, amounting to N9.48 billion, represents the outstanding 50]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-clears-n1896bn-phcn-pension-arrears-for-3958-retirees/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-clears-n1896bn-phcn-pension-arrears-for-3958-retirees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FLIGHT DISRUPTIONS: Air Peace, UNA fault NCAA data]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaNigeria&rsquo;s largest airline, Air Peace, and United Nigeria Airlines, UNA, have faulted the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, report on the number of flight delays and cancellations by airlines in August, saying it is filled with inaccuracies.NCAA&rsquo;s Summary of Domestic Airline Flight Disruptions Operations in August showed that domestic airlines collectively recorded 4,801 disruptions out of 7,961 operated flights, with Air Peace recording the highest figure, ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/flight-disruptions-air-peace-una-fault-ncaa-data/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/flight-disruptions-air-peace-una-fault-ncaa-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Only ‘idiots’ think N. Korea to give up nuclear weapons – Leader’s sister]]></title><description><![CDATA[The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said Thursday that the country&rsquo;s nuclear-armed status was &ldquo;absolute&rdquo;, calling those hoping for its denuclearisation &ldquo;idiots&rdquo;.North Korea has legally enshrined its status as a nuclear weapons state, with its leadership declaring the country&rsquo;s atomic arsenal permanent and irreversible.US President Donald Trump said in August that Pyongyang possesses 57 &ldquo;very powerful&rdquo; nuclear weapons, with Seoul]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/only-idiots-think-n-korea-to-give-up-nuclear-weapons-leaders-sister/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/only-idiots-think-n-korea-to-give-up-nuclear-weapons-leaders-sister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi mourns Olu Jacobs, silent on N127bn Anambra debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nwafor Sunday Polycarp, Online News EditorPeter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has mourned veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, amid an ongoing dispute with the Anambra State Government over loans and other financial liabilities allegedly incurred during his tenure as governor of the state.Obi, in a statement posted on his X handle on Thursday, described Jacobs as a symbol of excellence in the Nigerian creative industry and expressed condolences to his family, fri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-mourns-olu-jacobs-silent-on-n127bn-anambra-debt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-mourns-olu-jacobs-silent-on-n127bn-anambra-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States has denied Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas an entry visa to attend the UN General Assembly in New York next week, a source familiar with the case said Wednesday.In a separate statement that did not mention Abbas by name, the State Department say it would deny visas to members of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and officials with the Palestinian Authority (PA), &ldquo;as a consequence of their failure to reform, contrary to their commitments to the United States]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-again-denies-palestinian-leader-abbas-visa-to-attend-un-assembly/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-again-denies-palestinian-leader-abbas-visa-to-attend-un-assembly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corruption, Customs racketeering, govt infighting frustrating trade with Nigeria — US Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nkiruka NnoromTHE United States government has indicted Nigeria&rsquo;s trade environment as one of the most corrupt and frustrating in the world, citing endemic corruption, inter-agency infighting, extortion at the ports and an opaque regulatory system as major barriers to foreign trade and investments in Nigeria.Read Also: Kara bridge repairs: Gridlock shuts down Lagos, jerks up transport faresThis is contained in the US 2026 National Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers of the Presid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/corruption-customsracketeering-govt-infighting-frustrating-trade-with-nigeria-us-report/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/corruption-customsracketeering-govt-infighting-frustrating-trade-with-nigeria-us-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade Fair Market calm as police probe protest]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State Government and the state Police Command have assured traders, foreign investors and members of the public that normalcy has returned to the International Trade Fair Complex in Ojo, Lagos, following a protest by local traders over the alleged involvement of Chinese nationals in retail trading.The assurance came as the police said efforts were underway to identify and arrest those alleged to have participated in the demonstration.The protest reportedly occurred]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trade-fair-market-calm-as-police-probe-protest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trade-fair-market-calm-as-police-probe-protest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade Fair Market calm as police hunt protesters]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State Government and the state Police Command have assured traders, foreign investors and members of the public that normalcy has returned to the International Trade Fair Complex in Ojo, Lagos, following a protest by local traders over the alleged involvement of Chinese nationals in retail trading.The assurance came as the police said efforts were underway to identify and arrest those alleged to have participated in the demonstration.The protest reportedly occurred]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trade-fair-market-calm-as-police-hunt-protesters/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trade-fair-market-calm-as-police-hunt-protesters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EFCC’s push to block payment of legal fees in foreign currency draws backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA &mdash; A fresh row is brewing between the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and legal practitioners across the country over a renewed push to bar the use of foreign currency in settling legal fees.<br />
The anti-graft agency, on September 11, condemned the practice of lawyers billing their clients in foreign currencies as &ldquo;unethical and illegal,&rdquo; warning that it would take decisive action against offenders.<br />
The EFCC&rsquo;s Acting Director of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/efccs-push-to-block-payment-of-legal-fees-in-foreign-currency-draws-backlash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/efccs-push-to-block-payment-of-legal-fees-in-foreign-currency-draws-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AGN Lagos mourns Olu Jacobs, hails Nollywood icon]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ayo OnikoyiThe Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Lagos State Chapter, has mourned the death of veteran actor and filmmaker, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, describing him as one of the enduring figures in Nigeria&rsquo;s entertainment industry.Jacobs died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 84. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, who described him as &ldquo;The Lion of Lufodo&rdquo; and appealed to the public and social media influencers to re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/agn-lagos-mourns-olu-jacobs-hails-nollywood-icon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/agn-lagos-mourns-olu-jacobs-hails-nollywood-icon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m free of cancer’ – Trump’s chief of staff says]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s chief of staff Susie Wiles said Wednesday she was free of cancer, nearly six months after revealing her diagnosis.Wiles, dubbed the &ldquo;Ice Maiden&rdquo; by Trump, announced that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer in March and was receiving treatment.In a post on X, Wiles said that after a medical appointment this week &ldquo;my pathology results came back clear. I am cancer free.&rdquo;Wiles, 69, thanked her family, friends and doctors and gave a &ld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-free-of-cancer-trumps-chief-of-staff-says/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-free-of-cancer-trumps-chief-of-staff-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Ibadan sets new rules for certificate collection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The University of Ibadan (UI) says certificates left uncollected for more than 10 years will be shredded.The university announced new guidelines governing the collection of Statements of Result and certificates by graduates.A News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspondent in Ibadan sighted the special bulletin containing the guidelines, dated Sept. 15, 2026,&nbsp; on Wednesday.The Registrar, Mr Ganiyu Saliu, signed the bulletin outlining the new requirements for graduates.The university said gradua]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/university-of-ibadan-sets-new-rules-for-certificate-collection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/university-of-ibadan-sets-new-rules-for-certificate-collection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King’s College Concession: FG, Labour agree 2-week review]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Victor Ahiuma-YoungTension surrounding the proposed Public-Private Partnership, PPP, concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, has eased following an agreement between the Federal Government and organised labour to review the controversial concession plan within two weeks.Read Also: No going back on concession &mdash; Education MinisterThe development came after the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria, ASCSN, alongside its parent body, the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, TUC, h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-concession-fg-labour-agree-2-week-review/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-concession-fg-labour-agree-2-week-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi heads Inter Miami to Campeones Cup triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi headed a goal and provided an assist as Inter Miami won the Campeones Cup on Wednesday, beating Cruz Azul 2-0 in the annual clash between Major League Soccer and Mexican Liga MX champions.It was Inter Miami&rsquo;s first Campeones Cup triumph and came thanks to the Argentine superstar&rsquo;s 100th goal for the reigning MLS Cup winners. A late Messi corner was headed home by Casemiro to seal the win.Victory gave 39-year-old Messi his first trophy of the year, two months after the h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-heads-inter-miami-to-campeones-cup-triumph/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-heads-inter-miami-to-campeones-cup-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Only six governors supported Tinubu in 2023  —  Shettima]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that only six out of the 19 northern governors backed President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s presidential ambition ahead of the 2023 election.Shettima made the disclosure on Wednesday at the palace of the Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, during the turbaning of Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, as the Sadauna of Ilorin Emirate.While commending Tinubu&rsquo;s policies since assuming office, the Vice President urged Nigerian politicians to stop]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/only-six-governors-supported-tinubu-in-2023-shettima/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/only-six-governors-supported-tinubu-in-2023-shettima/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Tinubu forgave northern govs who opposed him — Shettima]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vice President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Tinubu forgave northern governors who opposed his presidential ambition in the 2023 election, describing the gesture as a mark of good leadership.Shettima spoke on Wednesday in Ilorin, Kwara State, at the turbaning of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as the Sardauna of Ilorin Emirate by the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari.The Vice President, who spoke against the backdrop of political activities ahead of the 2027 elections, urged]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2023-tinubu-forgave-northern-govs-who-opposed-him-shettima/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2023-tinubu-forgave-northern-govs-who-opposed-him-shettima/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N/Korea leader’s sister says only ‘idiots’ think they’ll give up nuclear weapons]]></title><description><![CDATA[The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said Thursday that the country&rsquo;s nuclear-armed status was &ldquo;absolute&rdquo;, calling those hoping for its denuclearisation &ldquo;idiots&rdquo;.North Korea has legally enshrined its status as a nuclear weapons state, with its leadership declaring the country&rsquo;s atomic arsenal permanent and irreversible.US President Donald Trump said in August that Pyongyang possesses 57 &ldquo;very powerful&rdquo; nuclear weapons, with Seoul]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nkorea-leaders-sister-says-only-idiots-think-theyll-give-up-nuclear-weapons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nkorea-leaders-sister-says-only-idiots-think-theyll-give-up-nuclear-weapons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump to host China’s president Xi Jinping in White House]]></title><description><![CDATA[The US military honor guard has been rehearsing and the new White House helipad is ready. But will Xi Jinping and Donald Trump achieve lift-off at their summit next week?Warnings of an AI apocalypse hang heavy over the Chinese president&rsquo;s first talks at the White House with his US counterpart, with both countries racing for supremacy in this technology.Trump&rsquo;s Iran war casts a long shadow too, as China seeks to avoid US sanctions against countries dealing with Tehran, despite report]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-to-host-chinas-president-xi-jinping-in-white-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-to-host-chinas-president-xi-jinping-in-white-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPERA to fine erring firms N20m over port infractions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Cynthia Alo &amp; Efe OnodjaeThe Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency, NPERA, has warned that corporations found in breach of its port regulations and operational standards will now face fines of up to N20 million, as it moves to enforce stricter compliance and boost efficiency in support of Nigeria&rsquo;s $1 trillion economy target.The Director-General of NPERA, Dr Pius Akutah, who disclosed this Tuesday, when journalists paid him a courtesy visit, also stated that the powers vested i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/npera-to-fine-erring-firms-n20m-over-port-infractions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/npera-to-fine-erring-firms-n20m-over-port-infractions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I regret delaying telcos’ entry into financial services — Sanusi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano, has said that one of his regrets in office as the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, was delaying the entry of telecommunications companies (telcos) into financial services.Sanusi spoke on Wednesday at the launch of the 2026 Access to Financial Services in Nigeria (A2F) survey by Enhancing Financial Innovation &amp; Access (EFInA).&ldquo;One of my regrets as CBN governor was delaying telcos&rsquo; entry into financial services,&rdquo; the&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-regret-delaying-telcos-entry-into-financial-services-sanusi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-regret-delaying-telcos-entry-into-financial-services-sanusi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Download Pinterest Videos Without a Watermark in Seconds]]></title><description><![CDATA[You saved a pin with a recipe, a makeup tutorial or an idea for the bedroom. Three weeks later you open it and all that&rsquo;s left on screen is a grey box: the account deleted the video and your board is holding a dead link.It happens all the time, because a board saves the address of the video, not the video. With images Pinterest at least lets you save them from the share menu; with videos that option never appears. Which is why so many people end up looking for a Pinterest video download t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-to-download-pinterest-videos-without-a-watermark-in-seconds/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-to-download-pinterest-videos-without-a-watermark-in-seconds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N1,470/litre; Tinubu economic policy pushing Nigerians to breaking point  —  ADC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned President Bola Tinubu that his administration&rsquo;s economic policies are pushing Nigerians &ldquo;dangerously close to the limits of human endurance,&rdquo; citing the rising cost of petrol, food and education.In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said that with petrol now selling for as much as N1,470 per litre, transportation, food and even basic education have become increasingly out o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n1470litre-tinubu-economic-policy-pushing-nigerians-to-breaking-point-adc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n1470litre-tinubu-economic-policy-pushing-nigerians-to-breaking-point-adc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 5bn people rely on forests for livelihoods — FAO]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Cynthia Alo &amp; Kafayat KokumoMore than five billion people worldwide rely on forests to some extent for their livelihoods, yet its contribution to food security and nutrition remains largely overlooked in national statistics and policy frameworks, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has said.The FAO made this known in a new global report titled, &lsquo;&lsquo;Forests for Food: Nourishing People, Sustaining the Planet&rsquo;&rsquo;, developed jointly with the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/over-5bn-people-rely-on-forests-for-livelihoods-fao/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/over-5bn-people-rely-on-forests-for-livelihoods-fao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIMASA vows to prioritise Cabotage implementation]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Godwin OritseThe Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reiterated that developing indigenous capacity in Nigeria&rsquo;s maritime sector under the Cabotage regime remains a priority of the administration.Mobereola stated this on Tuesday during a tour of Marine Platforms&rsquo; African Pioneer Lagos vessel.The African Pioneer Lagos, with IMO Number 9808613, is a Nigerian-flagged offshore Diving Support Vessel (DSV), measuri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nimasa-vows-to-prioritise-cabotage-implementation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nimasa-vows-to-prioritise-cabotage-implementation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas price rises by 8.3% to N1,300/kg, higher in informal locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;Marketers explain whyBy Mariam EkoThe price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), otherwise known as cooking gas, increased by 8.3 percent on a Month-on-Month, MoM, bases to N1,300 per kilogram (kg) as at September 16, 2026 from N1,200 it was sold in the corresponding period of August 2026.Checks by Vanguard confirmed that the current price of LPG in Lagos, varies by gas plants. Accredited gas stations were selling one kilogram (kg) at N1,300 while other smaller gas plants sold at N1,350 and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gas-price-rises-by-83-to-n1300kg-higher-in-informal-locations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gas-price-rises-by-83-to-n1300kg-higher-in-informal-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 17, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian naira is trading at different levels against the United States dollar across the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market on Thursday, September 17, 2026.The latest available market data puts the dollar at about &#8358;1,330.31 at the official market as of Thursday morning. The rate represents the latest available indication for the NFEM, where the exchange rate is determined by market transactions.The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) describes the NFEM]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-17-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-17-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aisha Buhari visits Atiku amid 2027 political activities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former First Lady Aisha Buhari has paid a visit to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in Abuja.Atiku disclosed the meeting in a post on his social media platforms on Wednesday, describing the visit by the widow of former President Muhammadu Buhari as &ldquo;warm and deeply appreciated.&rdquo;Although neither Atiku nor Aisha disclosed the purpose of the visit or details of their discussion, the meeting comes as political act]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aisha-buhari-visits-atiku-amid-2027-political-activities/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aisha-buhari-visits-atiku-amid-2027-political-activities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concession dispute: Police lockdown King’s College]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;We&rsquo;ll run it with unity college principles in mind &mdash; KCOBA&bull;No going back on concession &mdash; Education Minister gosBy Adesina Wahab, Joseph Erunke &amp; Matthew JohnsonLAGOS &mdash; AFTER days of protest by parents, a contingent of policemen drawn from various formations in Lagos State, yesterday, sealed the premises of Kings College, Onikan in Lagos.&nbsp;The parents, who had a serious altercation with policemen and members of the old boys association of the college on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/concession-dispute-police-lockdown-kings-college/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/concession-dispute-police-lockdown-kings-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol: NLC demands wage awards, crude supply in naira for local refineries]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has called on the government to approve wage awards for workers to cushion the impact of the high price of petroleum products, which it said has inflicted and deepened poverty among the populace.It also told the government to expand national storage capacity in pursuance of meeting energy emergencies and security.In a statement, titled &ldquo;Save the Situation Now,&rdquo; issued by its President, Joe Ajaero, the labour movem]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/petrol-nlc-demands-wage-awards-crude-supply-in-naira-for-local-refineries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/petrol-nlc-demands-wage-awards-crude-supply-in-naira-for-local-refineries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kara bridge repairs: Gridlock shuts down Lagos, jerks up transport fares]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;Lagos, Ogun govts set up joint enforcement operations&bull;Repairs due for completion today&mdash; Lagos govtBy Olasunkanmi Akoni &amp; James OgunnaikeMOTORISTS and commuters were stranded for several hours along Lagos Ibadan Expresswayyesterday, due to the ongoing rehabilitation works on Kara Bridge, Lagos-Ogun border line.The traffic, which resulted in some commercial drivers hiking the transport fares to over 200 per cent, stretched as far as Alapere road towards the Third Mainland Bri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kara-bridge-repairs-gridlock-shuts-down-lagos-jerks-up-transport-fares/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kara-bridge-repairs-gridlock-shuts-down-lagos-jerks-up-transport-fares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu must intervene in Wike, APC govs’ feud — PCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[***Says President has experience to resolve crisis lWike should explain Rainbow Coalition to APC govs &mdash;APC chieftainBy Olasunkanmi Akoni &amp; John AlechenuTO stop the prevailing face-off between governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Minister, Nyesom Wike, from harming the ruling party at the 2027 elections, the APC Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, has urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene.Speaking on the issue,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-must-intervene-in-wike-apc-govs-feud-pcc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-must-intervene-in-wike-apc-govs-feud-pcc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Ode to the Bull: Celebrating Mike Adenuga and Glo at 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Prof Tayo PopoolaThere is a nickname that has followed Michael Adeniyi Agbolade Ishola Adenuga Jr. for decades: the Bull. It is more than a colourful tag attached to one of Nigeria&rsquo;s most successful businessmen. It has become a fitting metaphor for a career marked by persistence, audacity and an unusual willingness to enter difficult territory.Perhaps the best way to understand the Bull is to begin with a setback.In 1999, Adenuga&rsquo;s company was among those awarded a GSM licence du]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/an-ode-to-the-bull-celebrating-mike-adenuga-and-glo-at-23/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/an-ode-to-the-bull-celebrating-mike-adenuga-and-glo-at-23/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Atiku’s kitchen-sink strategy betrays crude populism, by Olu Fasan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), is adopting a kitchen-sink approach to next year&rsquo;s presidential race. A &ldquo;kitchen-sink approach&rdquo; involves throwing everything at a problem regardless of what works or doesn&rsquo;t. That&rsquo;s precisely what Atiku is doing by promising to tackle every conceivable vexed issue if he becomes president next year. Recently, he published a &ldquo;12-point policy commitment&rdquo;. Reading through t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-atikus-kitchen-sink-strategy-betrays-crude-populism-by-olu-fasan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-atikus-kitchen-sink-strategy-betrays-crude-populism-by-olu-fasan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gastech 2026: Nigeria’s gas future in the new equation of energy security, capital and prosperity]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kunle Odusola-StevensonWith an audience expected to exceed 50,000 and more than 800 exhibiting companies from across the global energy value chain, Gastech 2026 has made Bangkok a meeting point for the forces reshaping the energy economy: supply security, investment, infrastructure, technology and rapidly changing demand.For Nigeria, however, the significance extends beyond participation. The conference has sharpened a fundamental question: how can the country translate its considerable gas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gastech-2026-nigerias-gas-future-in-the-new-equation-of-energy-security-capital-and-prosperity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gastech-2026-nigerias-gas-future-in-the-new-equation-of-energy-security-capital-and-prosperity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What AI is teaching us about human communication, by Ruth Oji]]></title><description><![CDATA[A colleague recently asked me to review an email she had drafted using an AI writing assistant. The email was impeccable; every sentence was grammatically correct. The structure was logical, and the tone was professional. Yet something felt off. She was writing to a long-time client about a project delay, and the email, while perfectly polite, read as if it had been written by someone who had never met the client and had no sense of their relationship. It said all the right things and none of t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-ai-is-teaching-us-about-human-communication-by-ruth-oji/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-ai-is-teaching-us-about-human-communication-by-ruth-oji/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amuta pays homage as he returns to familiar places, by Ikechukwu Amaechi]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, September 12, 2026, family and friends of Dr. Chidi Amuta converged at the M&ouml;venpick Hotel Ikoyi Lagos, for the presentation of his latest literary offering, HOMAGE: Return To Familiar Places. It was, indeed, an august gathering in the month of September. Though it was a public presentation, the usual razzmatazz associated with a book launch was absent, the hall being just big enough to accommodate the limited number of invitees. As the author noted in his welcome speech, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/amuta-pays-homage-as-he-returns-to-familiar-places-by-ikechukwu-amaechi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/amuta-pays-homage-as-he-returns-to-familiar-places-by-ikechukwu-amaechi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCAA’S delays report: The facts behind airline disruptions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By FRED CHUKWUELOBEThe recent operational statistics released by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), indicating that more than 60 per cent of domestic flights were either delayed or cancelled, understandably generated concern among the travelling public.The report identified Air Peace and United Nigeria Airlines as recording the highest number of delays and cancellations during the period under review. But this is hardly surprising. The two airlines operate among the highest number of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncaas-delays-report-the-facts-behind-airline-disruptions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncaas-delays-report-the-facts-behind-airline-disruptions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC’s threats against campaign misconduct]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)&rsquo;s warning that abusive, inflammatory and threatening campaign language will attract severe sanctions under the Electoral Act 2026 is timely, but hardly novel. At the beginning of virtually every election season, INEC issues similar warnings to political parties, candidates and their supporters. The recurrence of such vices raises the question: how many of those warned are actually punished when they cross the line? The Electoral Act is]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inecs-threats-against-campaign-misconduct/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inecs-threats-against-campaign-misconduct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’ll continue to prioritise education, youth development – Salisu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, Shuaibu Afolabi Salisu, has reaffirmed his commitment to education, describing it as the most enduring form of empowerment and a foundation for individual and societal development.Salisu spoke in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during the distribution of educational materials to senior secondary school students and beneficiaries of the SAS Scholarship Scheme in Ogun Central Senatorial District.The event was held at the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ill-continue-to-prioritise-education-youth-development-salisu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ill-continue-to-prioritise-education-youth-development-salisu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s 38m under-fives face developmental gaps, say stakeholders]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaWith about 38 million children under the age of five in Nigeria, stakeholders in the early childhood development (ECD) sector have called for urgent and coordinated investment in the formative years, warning that failures to adequately nurture the country&rsquo;s youngest population could have far-reaching consequences for its human capital development.The stakeholders, comprising government representatives, development partners, civil society organisations, academics and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-38m-under-fives-face-developmental-gaps-say-stakeholders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-38m-under-fives-face-developmental-gaps-say-stakeholders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG strengthens grassroots economic support with NASENI clean-energy intervention in Oyo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adeola BadruThe Federal Government has extended its technology-driven empowerment and clean-energy intervention to Oyo State as the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) intensified efforts to deploy science, engineering and innovation as practical tools for reducing economic hardship and expanding livelihood opportunities across the country.The intervention, under the NASENI Sustainable Empowerment Programme (NSEP), provided beneficiaries with renewable-energy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-strengthens-grassroots-economic-support-with-naseni-clean-energy-intervention-in-oyo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-strengthens-grassroots-economic-support-with-naseni-clean-energy-intervention-in-oyo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCDMB Book Reading: Nwabuikwu reflects on Nigeria’s pain, promise]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emem Idio, YenagoaVeteran journalist and strategic communication professional, Mr. Paul Nwabuikwu, has reflected on Nigeria&rsquo;s troubled history, present realities and enduring possibilities in his latest book, &ldquo;The Pain and the Promise&rdquo;: Insights and Fragments on Nigeria and People, Public and Personal (1990&ndash;2025).Nwabuikwu spoke on Tuesday in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, during the fifth edition of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board ,NCDMB, Book Reading]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncdmb-book-reading-nwabuikwu-reflects-on-nigerias-pain-promise/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncdmb-book-reading-nwabuikwu-reflects-on-nigerias-pain-promise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ugoni Community backs NDLEA crackdown on illicit drug production lab]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph ErunkeThe Ugoni community in Ebonyi State has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for dismantling an alleged industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory operating in Ugoni Okposi Okwu, while calling for a thorough investigation and prosecution of all persons found culpable.The community, through the Patron of the Ugoni Youth Development Union, Chinonso Obasi, said it neither supported nor harboured illicit drug production or any criminal enterprise, stressing th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ugoni-community-backs-ndlea-crackdown-on-illicit-drug-production-lab/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ugoni-community-backs-ndlea-crackdown-on-illicit-drug-production-lab/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full list: Liverpool to face Chelsea in Carabao Cup fourth round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have been handed an away trip to League Two side Fleetwood Town in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.Fleetwood, the lowest-ranked team remaining in the competition, secured their place in the last 16 for the first time in their history after a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United on Wednesday night.Their reward is a home clash against Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s Arsenal, who booked their place in the fourth round with a 4-2 victory over Ipswich Town on Tuesday.Holders M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-liverpool-to-face-chelsea-in-carabao-cup-fourth-round/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-liverpool-to-face-chelsea-in-carabao-cup-fourth-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OAU final year student commits suicide, Police probes incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina AbubakarA final year student of Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU, Oluwole Oluwasegun of the department of Marerial Science and engineering has reportedly committed suicide.A statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the institution, Olarewaju Abiodun on Wednesday disclosed that the incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon at the off campus hostel of the deceased.Abiodun added that the management was informed of the incident in the afternoon that the deceased committed suicide at]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oau-final-year-student-commits-suicide-police-probes-incident/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oau-final-year-student-commits-suicide-police-probes-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abacha’s son, Sani emerges PDP governorship candidate in Kano]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Hadiza YusufThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano State has selected Alhaji Muhammad Sani Abacha, son of former Head of State General Sani Abacha, as its candidate for the 2027 governorship election.He emerged following the withdrawal of the party&rsquo;s previous candidate, Muhammad Bello Dalha.The decision was taken at an expanded state executive committee meeting held in Kano on Wednesday, where the party conducted an affirmation and replacement primary.The state PDP Chairman, Dr Bel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abachas-son-sani-emerges-pdp-governorship-candidate-in-kano/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abachas-son-sani-emerges-pdp-governorship-candidate-in-kano/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raphinha, Yamal fire Barcelona to 7-2 win over Racing Santander]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raphinha scored a hat-trick as Barcelona ripped Racing Santander to shreds in a spectacular 7-2 triumph in La Liga on Wednesday.Hansi Flick&rsquo;s league leaders preserved their 100 percent record with a thumping victory over their promoted opponents, moving three points clear of Real Madrid.Joao Cancelo, Gabriel Jesus and Lamine Yamal also scored for the unstoppable Catalan giants, who have netted 33 goals in seven games across all competitions.With lightning flashing above Camp Nou, Barca st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/raphinha-yamal-fire-barcelona-to-7-2-win-over-racing-santander/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/raphinha-yamal-fire-barcelona-to-7-2-win-over-racing-santander/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United crash out of League Cup after blowing 2-0 lead against Brighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United&rsquo;s problems mounted as they crashed out of the League Cup after blowing a two-goal lead in a stunning 3-2 defeat against Brighton on Wednesday.Michael Carrick&rsquo;s side slumped to their second successive home defeat following a wretched collapse in the third round at Old Trafford.United led through goals from Shea Lacey and Mason Mount inside just 10 minutes.But Charalampos Kostoulas sparked Brighton&rsquo;s revival and Pascal Gross equalised before Maxim De Cuyper gra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-united-crash-out-of-league-cup-after-blowing-2-0-lead-against-brighton/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-united-crash-out-of-league-cup-after-blowing-2-0-lead-against-brighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo Killer Drink: 49 dead, 170 affected – Health Commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo JohnsonThe Ondo State government has said that 49 people have now died from suspected poisonous alcohol consumption, with 170 others affected across the state.Commissioner for Health, Dr. Banji Ajaka, who released the updated figure said that surveillance and emergency response have been scaled up in the affected communities.Ajaka said that eight of the latest deaths were recorded in lrele council area, while investigations continue to trace the source of the killer substance.He said th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-killer-drink-49-dead-170-affected-health-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-killer-drink-49-dead-170-affected-health-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: ‘Who is more Kwankwasiyya than us? We’ll deliver Kano for Tinubu’ — Jibrin]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeA member of the House of Representatives, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will win Kano State in the 2027 presidential election, despite the political influence of former governor Rabiu Kwankwaso.Jibrin, who represents Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency of Kano State, stated this on Channels Television&rsquo;s Politics Today on Wednesday, while discussing the political situation in Kano ahead of the 2027 election.Kwankwaso, a former two-]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-who-is-more-kwankwasiyya-than-us-well-deliver-kano-for-tinubu-jibrin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-who-is-more-kwankwasiyya-than-us-well-deliver-kano-for-tinubu-jibrin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State police/constitution amendment: NASS gives 36 state assemblies 30 days to respond]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruThe National Assembly has transmitted to the Houses of Assembly of the 36 states for consideration and approval, the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026.With the transmission, the National Assembly has asked state legislatures to consider the bill in accordance with their respective legislative procedures and communicate their resolutions to the National Assembly upon completion of their deliberations.The Clerk to the National Assemb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/state-policeconstitution-amendment-nass-gives-36-state-assemblies-30-days-to-respond/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/state-policeconstitution-amendment-nass-gives-36-state-assemblies-30-days-to-respond/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Subsidy removal: States’ revenues rose, but education, health spending fell — ADC’s Adio tackles governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The combined revenues accruing to Nigerian state governments have risen from N4.8 trillion in 2022 to N15.5 trillion following the removal of petrol subsidy, but spending on education and healthcare as a proportion of state budgets has declined, African Democratic Congress, ADC, candidate for Lagos State House of Assembly, Eti-Osa Constituency 2, Ayo Adio, has said.Adio questioned how governors have deployed the increased revenues, arguing that the major justification for subsidy removal was th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/subsidy-removal-states-revenues-rose-but-education-health-spending-fell-adcs-adio-tackles-governors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/subsidy-removal-states-revenues-rose-but-education-health-spending-fell-adcs-adio-tackles-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi club hit with stadium ban, fine over Jota chants]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeSaudi Pro League club Al-Taawoun have been ordered to play their next two home league matches behind closed doors and fined 100,000 Saudi Riyals (&pound;20,000) over offensive chants directed at Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves involving his late friend and former team-mate Diogo Jota.Al-Taawoun supporters repeatedly chanted &ldquo;Jota&rdquo; at Neves during their side&rsquo;s 6-0 defeat by Al-Hilal on Saturday, prompting widespread condemnation from the Saudi football auth]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-club-hit-with-stadium-ban-fine-over-jota-chants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-club-hit-with-stadium-ban-fine-over-jota-chants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IGP Disu proposes dedicated police desk for creative economy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has proposed the establishment of an Orange Economy Security and Intellectual Property Coordination Desk within an appropriate existing structure of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to strengthen the protection of Nigeria&rsquo;s rapidly expanding creative economy.Disu made the proposal on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, while delivering a lecture to participants of Senior Executive Course 48, 2026, at the National Insti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/igp-disu-proposes-dedicated-police-desk-for-creative-economy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/igp-disu-proposes-dedicated-police-desk-for-creative-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joao Pedro suffers injury, withdraws from Brazil squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have suffered an injury blow with striker Joao Pedro withdrawing from the Brazil squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Australia and India.The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed on Wednesday that Joao Pedro will be replaced by Fluminense forward Martinelli.The nature and severity of Jo&atilde;o Pedro&rsquo;s injury were not disclosed.The withdrawal comes after the Chelsea forward earned a Brazil recall following his surprise omission]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/joao-pedro-suffers-injury-withdraws-from-brazil-squad/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/joao-pedro-suffers-injury-withdraws-from-brazil-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU faults FG, states over unpaid salaries, 2025 agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James OgunnaikeThe Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has faulted the Federal and state governments over the continued non-payment of three-and-a-half months&rsquo; salaries withheld from university lecturers and the uneven implementation of the December 2025 agreement with the union.ASUU President, Prof. Christopher Piwuna, disclosed this while speaking on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu.Pawn said the union had expected the agreement reached w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-faults-fg-states-over-unpaid-salaries-2025-agreement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-faults-fg-states-over-unpaid-salaries-2025-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Witsel retires from internationals after 18-year Belgium career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran midfielder Axel Witsel announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday, bringing an end to a Belgium career which saw him become their second-most capped player.The 37-year-old made his 140th and last appearance for the national side in their 2-1 World Cup quarter-final loss to eventual champions Spain in July.&ldquo;It&rsquo;s time to make way for the youngsters and the new generation,&rdquo; Witsel said in a social media post.&ldquo;I never imagined achieving so much]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/witsel-retires-from-internationals-after-18-year-belgium-career/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/witsel-retires-from-internationals-after-18-year-belgium-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA to review Infantino’s shelved World Cup investment plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeFIFA has confirmed that a review of the abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) investment proposal will be presented to the FIFA Council, following criticism over the lack of answers surrounding the controversial plan.According to Reuters, the confirmation came after Danish Football Association president Jesper Moller criticised FIFA for failing to answer what he described as &ldquo;critical questions&rdquo; about the shelved proposal at a Legal Committee meeting.&ldquo;FI]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-to-review-infantinos-shelved-world-cup-investment-plan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-to-review-infantinos-shelved-world-cup-investment-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAN dismisses rumour of Alia’s plan to demolish Secretariat]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter Duru, MakurdiThe Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Benue State Chapter, has dismissed reports circulating on social media and other platforms alleging that Governor Hyacinth Alia was planning to demolish the association&rsquo;s secretariat in the state.The Acting Chairman of CAN in the state, Rev. Jonathan Ugbede, described the report as false and malicious, insisting that the governor had never contemplated demolishing the secretariat.Ugbede, who spoke while reacting to the spec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/can-dismisses-rumour-of-alias-plan-to-demolish-secretariat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/can-dismisses-rumour-of-alias-plan-to-demolish-secretariat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strike: JUSUN members disrupt activities at Nasarawa High Court]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Edwin Phillip, LafiaMembers of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Nasarawa State branch, on Wednesday staged a peaceful protest at the premises of the State High Court headquarters on Shadam Road, Lafia, in compliance with the indefinite strike declared by the union.Our correspondent reports that the union members carried placards with various inscriptions demanding, among other things, the implementation of salary increases and financial autonomy for the judiciary.Some of the pla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/strike-jusun-members-disrupt-activities-at-nasarawa-high-court/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/strike-jusun-members-disrupt-activities-at-nasarawa-high-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I dare anyone with evidence against me to speak up — Jarvis]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;says campaign should be issue-based, not personal attacksBy Ike Uchechukwu, CalabarThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Cross River State, Sir Arthur Jarvis Archibong, has challenged anyone with evidence of criminal wrongdoing against him to make it public.Archibong, who spoke with journalists in Calabar on Wednesday, was reacting to a recent advertorial which he alleged was linked to the state government and intended to damage his reputation ahead of the 2027 go]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dare-anyone-with-evidence-against-me-to-speak-up-jarvis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dare-anyone-with-evidence-against-me-to-speak-up-jarvis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Constitution Amendment: National Assembly gives states 30 Days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two-thirds approval required as Sixth Alteration Bill moves to 36 legislaturesBy Henry Umoru, AbujaThe National Assembly has transmitted the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, to the Houses of Assembly of the 36 states for consideration and approval.With the transmission, the National Assembly asked the state legislatures to consider the bill in accordance with their respective legislative procedures and communicate their resolutions to the Nati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/constitution-amendment-national-assembly-gives-states-30-days/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/constitution-amendment-national-assembly-gives-states-30-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanusi regrets delaying telcos’ entry into financial services]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has expressed regret over delaying the entry of telecommunications companies (telcos) into Nigeria&rsquo;s financial services sector while he was governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).Sanusi, who spoke on Wednesday at the launch of the 2026 Access to Financial Services in Nigeria (A2F) survey by Enhancing Financial Innovation &amp; Access (EFInA), said telcos already had the infrastructure and reach that could have accelerated financial inclusion,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sanusi-regrets-delaying-telcos-entry-into-financial-services/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sanusi-regrets-delaying-telcos-entry-into-financial-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PalmPay introduces NightGuard for night-time transaction protection]]></title><description><![CDATA[PalmPay has introduced NightGuard, a security feature designed to give users additional protection against unauthorised transfers during late-night hours.Femi Hanson, Head of Marketing, PalmPay Nigeria, said the feature was introduced because customers could be more vulnerable to fraud at night, particularly when a phone is lost or when scammers believe the account holder may be less alert.&ldquo;With many fraud incidents happening at night, particularly after a phone is lost or when scammers b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/palmpay-introduces-nightguard-for-night-time-transaction-protection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/palmpay-introduces-nightguard-for-night-time-transaction-protection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu mourns veteran actor, Olu Jacobs at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash;PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of veteran Nollywood actor and film executive Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, who passed away at age 84 on Wednesday.After his training at London&rsquo;s Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, Olu Jacobs built a career in British television and international film before returning home to Nigeria, where he became a major force in the film industry.He won major industry honours and awa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-mourns-veteran-actor-olu-jacobs-at-84/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-mourns-veteran-actor-olu-jacobs-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shettima commissions 4,000 job-capacity garment factory, revenue service house in Kwara]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash;Hails AbdulRazaq&rsquo;s legacy of continuity at governor&rsquo;s turbaning as Sardauna Of IlorinBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA&ndash; THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, Wednesday, in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, commissioned the state Garment Factory, a signature project of the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq designed to employ at least 4,000 people at full capacity, and the 11-storey Kwara Revenue Service (KWRS) House.The commissioning of the projects was p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shettima-commissions-4000-job-capacity-garment-factory-revenue-service-house-in-kwara/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shettima-commissions-4000-job-capacity-garment-factory-revenue-service-house-in-kwara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One dead as Taraba records first diphtheria case]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Activates surveillanceBy Femi BolajiJALINGO &mdash; Taraba State has recorded its first confirmed case of diphtheria, resulting in the death of a patient in Bali Local Government Area and prompting health authorities to activate an emergency public health surveillance response.The State Epidemiologist, Dr Udi Aketemo, confirmed the fatality to newsmen in a telephone interview, saying the patient died from the acute bacterial infection before comprehensive clinical management could be ad]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/one-dead-as-taraba-records-first-diphtheria-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/one-dead-as-taraba-records-first-diphtheria-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fuel price: NLC demands wage awards, crude for refineries]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to approve wage awards for workers to cushion the impact of rising petrol prices, which it said had worsened the economic hardship facing Nigerians.The NLC also urged the government to sell sufficient crude oil in naira to local refineries and expand the country&rsquo;s national storage capacity to strengthen energy security and prepare for emergencies.The demands were contained in a state]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-price-nlc-demands-wage-awards-crude-for-refineries/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-price-nlc-demands-wage-awards-crude-for-refineries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kara bridge repairs, Otedola crash worsen Lagos-Ibadan gridlock]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniMotorists and commuters were stranded for several hours on Wednesday as ongoing repairs on Kara Bridge, at the Lagos-Ogun boundary, combined with a truck accident around the Otedola area to worsen traffic on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and adjoining roads.The gridlock stretched from the expressway to Alapere Road and towards the Third Mainland Bridge, with spillovers into Ikorodu Road and other parts of Lagos.The situation also triggered a shortage of commercial buses, while]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kara-bridge-repairs-otedola-crash-worsen-lagos-ibadan-gridlock/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kara-bridge-repairs-otedola-crash-worsen-lagos-ibadan-gridlock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy costs rise as gas hits ₦1,500/kg]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Okeagu Oluchi &amp; Ayuba KehindeThe price of cooking gas has risen by 25 per cent to &#8358;1,500 per kilogramme from &#8358;1,200, adding to the rising energy costs faced by households and businesses.This is even as the price of diesel, also known as Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), climbed to as high as &#8358;2,300 per litre at some filling stations and depots, representing a 4.5 per cent increase from the &#8358;2,200 recorded in August 2026.The latest mid-day depot price report for September]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/energy-costs-rise-as-gas-hits-1500kg/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/energy-costs-rise-as-gas-hits-1500kg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa’s Ramaphosa withdraws from duties over ill health]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has withdrawn from public engagements after returning from the BRICS summit in India, with the presidency citing ill health.Ramaphosa&rsquo;s absence comes as Deputy President Paul Mashatile continues to recover from a minor medical procedure, leaving both of the country&rsquo;s top leaders temporarily away from public duties.The 73-year-old president returned from the BRICS summit in India on Monday and was advised by his doctors to rest and recover, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-africas-ramaphosa-withdraws-from-duties-over-ill-health/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-africas-ramaphosa-withdraws-from-duties-over-ill-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu govt denies tax protest, says drivers sought parking space]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Enugu State Government has denied reports that commercial bus drivers and tricycle operators protested in the state over alleged excessive taxes and levies.The government said the incident involved representatives of the transport operators seeking the allocation of designated parking spaces for their members at the new terminal.In a statement on Wednesday, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Hon. Onyekwere Nwobodo, described reports linking the incident to taxes or fuel price i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/enugu-govt-denies-tax-protest-says-drivers-sought-parking-space/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/enugu-govt-denies-tax-protest-says-drivers-sought-parking-space/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu directs states, MDAs to implement action plan against child labour]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: President Bola Tinubu has directed Ministries, Departments and Agencies MDAs, as well as state governments, employers, workers&rsquo; organisations, development partners and civil society organisations to ensure the full implementation of the National Child Labour Survey (Labour Force Survey) 2024 Report alongside the National Policy and National Action Plan for the Elimination of Child Labour (2026-2030).The president, who was represented by the Secretary to the Governmen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-directs-states-mdas-to-implement-action-plan-against-child-labour/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-directs-states-mdas-to-implement-action-plan-against-child-labour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nasarawa police families receive ₦30.8m insurance cheques]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Edwin Phillip, LafiaThe families of deceased police officers in Nasarawa State have received Group Life Assurance and Group Personal Accident cheques totalling &#8358;30,845,424.03 from the state Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed.The cheques were presented to the beneficiaries at the Nasarawa State Police Command, Lafia.In a statement issued on Thursday, the command&rsquo;s Public Relations Officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, said the presentation was aimed at providing financial rel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nasarawa-police-families-receive-308m-insurance-cheques/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nasarawa-police-families-receive-308m-insurance-cheques/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kim Kardashian gets €1 in damages over 2016 Paris robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeA Paris court has awarded Kim Kardashian &euro;1 for being the victim of an armed robbery in the French capital in 2016, the amount of compensation she had requested, according to a lawyer involved in the case.The court last year found eight people guilty for their roles in the robbery, which Kardashian described as &ldquo;the most terrifying experience of my life.&rdquo;Kardashian and her stylist, Simone Harouche, who was present during the robbery, expressed gratitude to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kim-kardashian-gets-1-in-damages-over-2016-paris-robbery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kim-kardashian-gets-1-in-damages-over-2016-paris-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Facebook, TikTok shut down in Equatorial Guinea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Facebook and TikTok have been inaccessible for more than two weeks in Equatorial Guinea, an AFP journalist said on Wednesday, after a video accusing the vice-president of corruption went viral.The authoritarian central African country, which has been ruled by President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo since 1979, is regularly accused of repression of civil liberties.Internet speed has been restricted since September 2 and access to Facebook and TikTok &mdash; the country&rsquo;s most popular onlin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/facebook-tiktok-shut-down-in-equatorial-guinea/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/facebook-tiktok-shut-down-in-equatorial-guinea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC: Amupitan away on official assignment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained that its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, is currently away from Abuja on an official assignment, stressing that he has the authority to delegate his responsibilities to any National Commissioner.INEC Director, Voter Education and Publicity, Mrs Victoria Eta-Messi, gave the clarification in response to questions raised by the Obidient Movement over the whereabouts of the Chairman.&ldquo;The Chairman is on an official assignm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-amupitan-away-on-official-assignment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-amupitan-away-on-official-assignment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi 2027: Our campaign will be issue-based — Odii]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiThe governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ebonyi State, Chief Ifeanyichukwuma Odii, has warned against violence and bloodshed before, during and after the 2027 governorship election.Odii, who spoke during the flag-off of his campaign in Abakaliki, said his campaign would be issue-based and devoid of rancour, name-calling and intimidation.He said he was contesting the election to &ldquo;rescue Ebonyi State&rdquo;, stressing that there would be n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebonyi-2027-our-campaign-will-be-issue-based-odii/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebonyi-2027-our-campaign-will-be-issue-based-odii/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No going back on concession — Education Minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adesina Wahab, Joseph Erunke and Matthew JohnsonThe Federal Government on Wednesday ruled out any reversal of its decision to concession the management of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, to the institution&rsquo;s Old Boys Association, as policemen took over the school premises following days of protests over the arrangement.Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, said the concession was aimed at addressing longstanding infrastructure and management challenges at the college, insisting that the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-going-back-on-concession-education-minister/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-going-back-on-concession-education-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Obidient Movement demands INEC Chairman Amupitan’s whereabouts]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe Obidient Movement has demanded clarification from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on the whereabouts and official engagements of its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, following his absence from an engagement with an African Union (AU) electoral delegation in Abuja.The movement, in a statement issued by its Media and Communications Directorate on Wednesday, raised questions after INEC identified National Commissioner, Prof. Rhoda Gumus, as Acting Chair]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obidient-movement-demands-inec-chairman-amupitans-whereabouts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obidient-movement-demands-inec-chairman-amupitans-whereabouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIMC, one of Tinubu’s clearest delivery stories – Akume]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has described the National Identity Management Commission NIMC as one of the clearest delivery stories of President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s administration, citing rising enrolment and deepening integration with banking, telecommunications and social protection systems.Special Adviser to the SGF on Media and Publicity, Yomi Odunuga, said Akume made the remark on Wednesday in Abuja at the National Day of Identi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nimc-one-of-tinubus-clearest-delivery-stories-akume/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nimc-one-of-tinubus-clearest-delivery-stories-akume/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JAMB moves to overhaul UTME with life skills]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has begun a major review of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, with plans to introduce life skills and critical thinking into the nation&rsquo;s tertiary admission test.The proposed reform could change how candidates seeking admission into universities, polytechnics and colleges of education are assessed, with greater emphasis on their ability to think, reason and apply knowledge to real-life situation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jamb-moves-to-overhaul-utme-with-life-skills/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jamb-moves-to-overhaul-utme-with-life-skills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa’s president Ramaphosa falls ill after BRICS summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has withdrawn from public engagements after returning from the BRICS summit in India, his office said on Wednesday, citing ill health.His absence comes as Deputy President Paul Mashatile continues to recover from a minor medical procedure, leaving both of the country&rsquo;s top leaders away from public duties.Ramaphosa, 73, returned from the BRICS summit in India on Monday and had been advised by his doctors to rest and recover, the presidency said.Leade]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-africas-president-ramaphosa-falls-ill-after-brics-summit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-africas-president-ramaphosa-falls-ill-after-brics-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why FG should write off airlines’ legacy debts – Finchglow GMD]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaFinchglow Holdings has urged Federal Government to write off legacy debts incurred by domestic airlines, saying such debts are old and have become doubtful.Recently, there was a dispute over the non-remittance of the Ticket Sales Charge, TSC, by airlines, following a rise in operational costs and an increase in fuel prices attributed to the United States-Iran crisis.Subsequently, the Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, sought relief from federal government, which approved a 30]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-fg-should-write-off-airlines-legacy-debts-finchglow-gmd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-fg-should-write-off-airlines-legacy-debts-finchglow-gmd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navy hails conviction of nine crude oil thieves]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Navy has welcomed the conviction of nine persons by the Federal High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, for crude oil theft, describing the judgment as a significant development in the fight against economic sabotage.The nine convicts were sentenced on September 14, 2026, to five years&rsquo; imprisonment on Count One and 10 years on Count Two, without the option of a fine, according to a statement by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, on Wednesday.The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/navy-hails-conviction-of-nine-crude-oil-thieves/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/navy-hails-conviction-of-nine-crude-oil-thieves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi urges Nigerians to buy Dangote Refinery shares]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeFormer Anambra State governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to invest in the ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.Obi made the call in a post on his official X handle on Wednesday, while expressing his support for the investment and commending Aliko Dangote for the refinery project.He said many Nigerians at home and in the diaspora had sought his opinion o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-urges-nigerians-to-buy-dangote-refinery-shares/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-urges-nigerians-to-buy-dangote-refinery-shares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: S’Court reserves judgment in appeal to restore voided portions of Electoral Act]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA &mdash; The Supreme Court, on Wednesday, reserved its judgment in an appeal the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) filed to challenge the nullification of portions of the Electoral Act 2026 by the Court of Appeal.The Abuja Division of the appellate court had, on July 16, struck down sections 77(5), (6) and (7), as well as 84(2) of the Electoral Act 2026, which regulate membership registers of political parties and the procedure for the nomination of cand]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-scourt-reserves-judgment-in-appeal-to-restore-voided-portions-of-electoral-act/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-scourt-reserves-judgment-in-appeal-to-restore-voided-portions-of-electoral-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NMDPRA targets $10bn gas investments through de-risking]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Obas Esiedesa, BangkokThe Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, is targeting up to $10 billion in gas investments through its Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund, MDGIF, which has deployed about $300 million to de-risk projects and attract private capital.The Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Mallam Rabiu Abdullahi Umar, disclosed this on Wednesday during a panel session at the 2026 Gastech Conference in Bangkok, Thailand.He said the MDGIF provides s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nmdpra-targets-10bn-gas-investments-through-de-risking/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nmdpra-targets-10bn-gas-investments-through-de-risking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Olu Jacobs was one of Nollywood’s respected fathers’ — Sanwo-Olu mourns]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeLagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, as a great loss to Nigeria&rsquo;s creative industry and the country.Jacobs died at age 84, and his son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Wednesday.Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, said the legacy of the legendary actor would live on through his works and the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/olu-jacobs-was-one-of-nollywoods-respected-fathers-sanwo-olu-mourns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/olu-jacobs-was-one-of-nollywoods-respected-fathers-sanwo-olu-mourns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power Minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Folarin Kehinde, AbujaThe Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, on Wednesday said some Nigerians had asked him to &ldquo;slow down&rdquo; the improvement in electricity supply because, according to him, their freezers were now working continuously.Tegbe made the statement in Abuja while speaking at the commissioning of the 3-megawatt solar hybrid power project at Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja.The minister said he had been receiving feedback from electricity consumers f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerians-tell-me-to-slow-down-freezers-are-freezing-power-minister/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerians-tell-me-to-slow-down-freezers-are-freezing-power-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops rescue 31 kidnapped victims in Katsina, Kebbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiTroops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 31 kidnapped victims, neutralised two suspected terrorists and arrested two others in separate operations in Katsina and Kebbi states.The operations were conducted on September 14 and 15, 2026, according to the Media Information Officer of the operation, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja.Danja said the operations demonstrated the continued efforts of troops to rescue victims, disrupt terrorist networks and restrict the activities of terrorists]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-31-kidnapped-victims-in-katsina-kebbi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-31-kidnapped-victims-in-katsina-kebbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electricity: ‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Folarin Kehinde, AbujaMinister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, on Wednesday said some Nigerians had asked him to &ldquo;slow down&rdquo; with the improvement in electricity supply because, according to him, their freezers were now working continuously.Tegbe made the claim in Abuja while speaking at the commissioning of the 3-megawatt solar hybrid power project at Yakubu Gowon University, formerly University of Abuja.The Minister said he had been receiving feedback from electricity consumers followin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/electricity-nigerians-tell-me-to-slow-down-freezers-are-freezing-power-minister/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/electricity-nigerians-tell-me-to-slow-down-freezers-are-freezing-power-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sokoto mosque attack: Asada questions committee’s impartiality]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoA fresh controversy has emerged over the 14-member advisory committee constituted by the Sokoto State Government to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack on Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa and the subsequent death of his alleged attacker at the Lukuwa Jumu&rsquo;at Mosque in Mabera, Sokoto metropolis.The controversy followed concerns raised by Mallam Murtala Bello Asada over the composition of the committee, particularly claims that some of its members have had]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-mosque-attack-asada-questions-committees-impartiality/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-mosque-attack-asada-questions-committees-impartiality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yobe Police arrest 240 suspects, secure 198 convictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman, DamaturuThe Yobe State Police Command has arrested 240 suspects and secured 198 convictions in various criminal cases between July and September 2026, the Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, has said.Jibrin disclosed this on Tuesday in Damaturu while briefing journalists on the command&rsquo;s operational activities in the state.According to him, the command recorded 145 criminal cases during the period, comprising 16 murder cases, nine rape cases, one kidn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yobe-police-arrest-240-suspects-secure-198-convictions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yobe-police-arrest-240-suspects-secure-198-convictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[At least 82 people killed in Sudan gold mine collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[A gold mine collapse in southern Sudan killed at least 82 people and injured dozens more, a local administrator told AFP on Wednesday, with many others still missing and feared dead under sand and rubble.Two survivors of the mine collapse in West Kordofan state described to AFP an all-night rescue effort starting on Tuesday, which by dawn had retrieved 60 bodies.Another 22 bodies were found Wednesday, according to a local administrator within the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, which control]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/at-least-82-people-killed-in-sudan-gold-mine-collapse/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/at-least-82-people-killed-in-sudan-gold-mine-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court dismisses appeal, ends Gabam SDP dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry Umoru, AbujaThe Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal arising from the prolonged legal dispute over the leadership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), effectively ending the litigation involving the party&rsquo;s former National Chairman, Shehu Gabam.Counsel to the SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo, disclosed this to journalists after the apex court&rsquo;s judgment.Adebayo, who is also the SDP presidential candidate for the 2027 election, said the dispute originated from a Federal High Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/supreme-court-dismisses-appeal-ends-gabam-sdp-dispute/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/supreme-court-dismisses-appeal-ends-gabam-sdp-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra debt controversy: Presidency dares Peter Obi to quit presidential race]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Bayo WahabThe Presidency has challenged Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi to honor his pledge to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, after the Anambra State Government disputed his claim that he left the state without outstanding financial liabilities.Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, issued the challenge in a post on X on Wednesday, citing fresh claims by the Anambra State Government that Obi&rsquo;s ad]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-debt-controversy-presidency-dares-peter-obi-to-quit-presidential-race/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-debt-controversy-presidency-dares-peter-obi-to-quit-presidential-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liquidation: 13 directors served with court order over NICON Insurance assets]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA &mdash; In a bid to preserve the assets of NICON Insurance Limited, which is undergoing liquidation, the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the service of its order on 13 former directors of the company to enable them to give an account of their roles in its day-to-day operations over the past seven years.The preservation order by the Court followed a petition marked FHC/ABJ/PET/18/2026, which was filed by the Receiver/Liquidator of the insurance company, Mr. Ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/liquidation-13-directors-served-with-court-order-over-nicon-insurance-assets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/liquidation-13-directors-served-with-court-order-over-nicon-insurance-assets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Countries move to ban social media for children]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European Union unveiled proposals on Wednesday to ban social media for children under 13, as a growing number of countries look to restrict children&rsquo;s access to the platforms following a global backlash.More than 20 countries around the world have now taken steps to block or restrict children going online on social media, according to an AFP tally.Seven have measures already in place or set to be implemented, with their policies targeting children under the age of 15 or 16.Australia wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/countries-move-to-ban-social-media-for-children/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/countries-move-to-ban-social-media-for-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navy rescues 3 stowaways hidden in ship’s propeller compartment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hardship made us do it &ndash; suspectsBy Evelyn Usman<br />
Three Nigerian boat drivers who sneaked aboard a Merchant Vessel, MV MAERSK CALABAR,<br />
bound for Europe and hid inside its propeller compartment have been intercepted and rescued by the operatives of the Nigerian Navy, around the Fairway Buoy on the Lagos waters.<br />
The suspects:Isaiah Oyetayo (30); Goddey Samson(26) and Popoola Felix (28) were reportedly discovered aboard the vessel on Monday, September 14, 2026, after the Nigerian Navy Ship, N]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/navy-rescues-3-stowaways-hidden-in-ships-propeller-compartment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/navy-rescues-3-stowaways-hidden-in-ships-propeller-compartment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Niger Delta must shift from oil to production — Alaibe]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Daniel Abia, Port HarcourtA former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chief Timi Alaibe, has called for a fundamental restructuring of the Niger Delta economy to move the region from dependence on crude oil extraction to production, value addition and regional trade.Alaibe made the call on the sidelines of the ongoing Niger Delta Investment and Economic Summit organised by the Niger Delta Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture (NDCCITMA)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-delta-must-shift-from-oil-to-production-alaibe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-delta-must-shift-from-oil-to-production-alaibe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US trade barriers report: Customs tackles port bottlenecks]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it has introduced several measures to address bottlenecks at the nation&rsquo;s ports and facilitate trade.The service was responding to concerns about obstacles to trade in Nigeria highlighted in the United States 2026 National Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers.The National Public Relations Officer of the NCS, DC Abdullahi Maiwada, said the service had initiated programmes, including the Authorised Economic Operator]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-trade-barriers-report-customs-tackles-port-bottlenecks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-trade-barriers-report-customs-tackles-port-bottlenecks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WPRF: IGP Disu confirms attendance, pledges police support]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John Alechenu, AbujaThe Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has confirmed his participation in the World Public Relations Forum, WPRF, Abuja 2026, scheduled for November 15 to 21 in Abuja.Disu gave the confirmation on Tuesday when he received a delegation from the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, led by its President, Dr Ike Neliaku, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.The IGP also pledged the support of the Nigeria Police Force for the successful hosting of the global fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wprf-igp-disu-confirms-attendance-pledges-police-support/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wprf-igp-disu-confirms-attendance-pledges-police-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arms influx: Customs interceptions commendable — NCMDLCA]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Insecurity, elections may drive gun-running &mdash; LASU don&hellip;Importers&rsquo; association to meet CustomsBy Efe OnodjaeThe National President of the National Council of Managing Directors of Licensed Customs Agents (NCMDLCA), Lucky Amiwero, has commended the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for its recent interception of consignments of pump-action rifles allegedly imported from Turkey.Amiwero, who spoke against the backdrop of the seizures, said the interceptions were significant,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arms-influx-customs-interceptions-commendable-ncmdlca/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arms-influx-customs-interceptions-commendable-ncmdlca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEDC agro-mechanisation project set for Enugu flag-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Project targets insecurity, unemployment, food securityThe first of 15 agro-mechanisation projects planned by the South East Development Commission (SEDC) across the region&rsquo;s senatorial zones is set for flag-off in Enugu State next week.The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of SEDC, Mark Okoye, disclosed this during a site and community engagement visit to Nomeh Unateze in Nkanu East Local Government Area of the state.Okoye said the commission, established in 2024, spe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sedc-agro-mechanisation-project-set-for-enugu-flag-off/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sedc-agro-mechanisation-project-set-for-enugu-flag-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid defend Mbappe, Vinicius after Ceuta shirt controversy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid have defended Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior after the forwards obscured a solidarity message for the people of Ceuta before Tuesday&rsquo;s LaLiga clash with Elche.A Real Madrid official told Reuters that the club accepted Elche&rsquo;s request for both teams to wear shirts in solidarity with Ceuta, but respected differing opinions within the organisation and gave each player the freedom to decide whether or not to wear the shirt.The players emerged before t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/real-madrid-defend-mbappe-vinicius-after-ceuta-shirt-controversy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/real-madrid-defend-mbappe-vinicius-after-ceuta-shirt-controversy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GOKABET Enters Nigeria’s Sports Betting Market With a Sportsbook Built for Serious Fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football is Nigeria&rsquo;s national obsession, and nowhere is that more evident than in how the country bets. Millions of fans follow the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, La Liga and Serie A every week, alongside the Nigerian Premier Football League, and expect their betting platform to keep pace with the game itself. GOKABET has launched in Nigeria with a sportsbook designed to do exactly that, built for fans who want speed, depth and reliability every time they place a bet.A Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gokabet-enters-nigerias-sports-betting-market-with-a-sportsbook-built-for-serious-fans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gokabet-enters-nigerias-sports-betting-market-with-a-sportsbook-built-for-serious-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi left N127bn loan balance — Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Vincent UjumaduThe Anambra State Government has disputed claims that the administration of former Governor Peter Obi left the state without outstanding liabilities at the end of his tenure.The government said Obi&rsquo;s administration left outstanding loans as well as arrears of salaries, pensions and gratuities inherited by subsequent administrations.In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation, Dr Law Mefor, the government said the administration of Governor C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-left-n127bn-loan-balance-anambra/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-left-n127bn-loan-balance-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘My father made me feel useless’ — Spyro speaks on childhood struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian singer Spyro has opened up about his childhood struggles, saying some of the words used by his father while he was growing up made him feel useless and contributed to his struggles with self-confidence.The singer shared the experience during a podcast interview with Nevon HQ, where he reflected on his upbringing, the pressure he faced as a pastor&rsquo;s child and the effect his father&rsquo;s words had on his perception of himself.Spyro said his father would often make certain comment]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-father-made-me-feel-useless-spyro-speaks-on-childhood-struggles/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-father-made-me-feel-useless-spyro-speaks-on-childhood-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My father made me feel useless — Spyro opens up on childhood struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian singer Spyro has opened up about his childhood struggles, saying some of the words used by his father while he was growing up made him feel useless and contributed to his struggles with self-confidence.The singer shared the experience during a podcast interview with Nevon HQ, where he reflected on his upbringing, the pressure he faced as a pastor&rsquo;s child and the effect his father&rsquo;s words had on his perception of himself.Spyro said his father would often make certain comment]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-father-made-me-feel-useless-spyro-opens-up-on-childhood-struggles/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-father-made-me-feel-useless-spyro-opens-up-on-childhood-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Nigeria’s Adegoke who makes history as first Black chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian-born Councillor Christopher Adegoke has made history after becoming the first Black and minority individual to be elected Chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council since its establishment in 1889.Adegoke was elected to the position on Thursday, May 14, 2026, marking a significant milestone for the Nigerian diaspora and representation in public service in the United Kingdom.The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, Dr Abike Dabiri-Erewa, congratulated Adegoke on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-nigerias-adegoke-who-makes-history-as-first-black-chairman-of-nottinghamshire-county-council/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-nigerias-adegoke-who-makes-history-as-first-black-chairman-of-nottinghamshire-county-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol could hit ₦5,000 under Tinubu, SDP’s Adebayo warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has warned that petrol prices could rise to &#8358;5,000 per litre if President Bola Tinubu wins a second term.Adebayo said the warning was based on the direction of the Federal Government&rsquo;s economic policies, particularly the full deregulation of the petroleum downstream sector and continued floating of the naira.In a press release issued by his presidential campaign&rsquo;s Chief Communications Adviser,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/petrol-could-hit-5000-under-tinubu-sdps-adebayo-warns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/petrol-could-hit-5000-under-tinubu-sdps-adebayo-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike should meet APC governors, explain his Rainbow Coalition — Joe Igbokwe]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has urged FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to meet with the party&rsquo;s governors and explain his proposed Rainbow Coalition aimed at mobilising support for President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election in 2027.Igbokwe made the call while reacting to the disagreement between Wike and the APC governors over the minister&rsquo;s political initiative.Wike had described the governors as &ldquo;politically lazy&rdquo; after they rejected his pro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wike-should-meet-apc-governors-explain-his-rainbow-coalition-joe-igbokwe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wike-should-meet-apc-governors-explain-his-rainbow-coalition-joe-igbokwe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 countries where Nigerians, other foreigners can get 10-yr multiple-entry visa]]></title><description><![CDATA[For frequent international travellers, a long-validity multiple-entry visa can eliminate the need to apply for a new visa before every trip.However, a 10-year visa does not necessarily mean the holder can stay in a country for 10 years. In most cases, it only determines how long the visa can be used for repeated travel, while immigration authorities set the permitted length of each stay.For Nigerians, the options are more limited than lists circulating online may suggest. The United States, for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/6-countries-where-nigerians-other-foreigners-can-get-10-yr-multiple-entry-visa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/6-countries-where-nigerians-other-foreigners-can-get-10-yr-multiple-entry-visa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LAGOS-IBADAN GRIDLOCK: Counter-flow drivers worsened crisis – FRSC]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaFederal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has blamed drivers who engaged in counter-flow driving for worsening the gridlock on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.Lagos State Sector Commander of the FRSC, Kehinde Hamzat, said the action of recalcitrant drivers had compounded the traffic situation, especially around the Kara, OPIC and Fagbems areas of the expressway.He spoke on Newstrack, a Channels TV programme, Wednesday, where he disclosed that there was a joint meeting comprising the contro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-ibadan-gridlock-counter-flow-drivers-worsened-crisis-frsc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-ibadan-gridlock-counter-flow-drivers-worsened-crisis-frsc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Nike Get Right About Belief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Advertising has spent a century learning how to make people fall for a brand. A new book argues the same instincts explain why some companies keep employees fascinated for decades while others burn through them in eighteen months. The Fascination Factor, by organizational psychologist Andr&eacute; Martin and advertising creative director Mark Fitzloff, makes the case using three familiar names: Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Nike.Start with Amazon. The company&rsquo;s founding data point was a growth c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-amazon-coca-cola-and-nike-get-right-about-belief/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-amazon-coca-cola-and-nike-get-right-about-belief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest two over murder of Imo inspector]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chidi Nkwopara, OwerriThe Imo State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a police inspector, Mr Henry Effiong, in Owerri.The command also said it was trailing another suspect believed to have been involved in the killing.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Henry Okoye, disclosed this on Wednesday in a telephone interview with Vanguard.Okoye confirmed that the inspector was killed and that his rifle was stolen by the assailants.&ldquo;It is true th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-arrest-two-over-murder-of-imo-inspector/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-arrest-two-over-murder-of-imo-inspector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa faults US over new visa restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Favour Ulebor, Agency ReportsSouth Africa&rsquo;s Foreign Ministry has criticised the United States over new visa restrictions imposed on some South African nationals.In a statement on Wednesday, the ministry said it was concerned about the restrictions announced a day earlier by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.The ministry said the decision appeared to be based on what it described as a mischaracterisation of South Africa&rsquo;s domestic policies by fringe groups.&ldquo;We maintain that]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-africa-faults-us-over-new-visa-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-africa-faults-us-over-new-visa-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG targets 95% NIN enrolment by December]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Lauds NIMC for recording nearly 140m enrolmentBy Emmanuel ElebekePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the Federal Government is targeting 95 per cent National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment coverage by December 2026.Tinubu disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at the 8th National Identity Day celebration. He was represented at the event by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila.The President said the Federal Government was building the digital infrastructure required to leverage Ni]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-targets-95-nin-enrolment-by-december/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-targets-95-nin-enrolment-by-december/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King’s College crisis deepens over alleged police assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Victor Ahiuma-YoungFresh crisis has erupted at King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, after the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) accused the police and members of the King&rsquo;s College Old Boys Association (KCOBA) of invading the school premises and assaulting workers and parents.ASCSN alleged that the police operation, which it said was led by the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, involved the forceful opening of the school gates, gunshots being fired into the air, physica]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-crisis-deepens-over-alleged-police-assault/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-crisis-deepens-over-alleged-police-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WHO urges safer care for NCD patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chidinma Chukwu, AbujaThe World Health Organization (WHO) has urged African countries to prioritise patient safety in the treatment of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), warning that patients face risks of avoidable harm at different stages of care.The WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Mohamed Janabi, made the call in a message marking the 2026 World Patient Safety Day, themed, &ldquo;Safe care for noncommunicable diseases,&rdquo; with the slogan, &ldquo;Safe care for life!&rdquo;Janabi sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/who-urges-safer-care-for-ncd-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/who-urges-safer-care-for-ncd-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Ondo APC leaders unite for Tinubu — Chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, AkureAhead of the 2027 general election, leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State have pledged to work together to mobilise one million votes for President Bola Tinubu.The commitment was made at an endorsement rally organised in Akure by the Emerging Political Platform (EPP), a support group backing Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election bid.Speaking at the event, the Ondo State APC Chairman, Babatunde Kolawole, urged party members to set aside personal interests and wo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ondo-apc-leaders-unite-for-tinubu-chairman/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ondo-apc-leaders-unite-for-tinubu-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway traps motorists overnight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Motorists and commuters were stranded for several hours on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway after a multiple-vehicle crash at Kara Bridge triggered an overnight gridlock on Tuesday.The crash, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, involved seven vehicles and disrupted traffic heading towards Ogun State.The situation was further worsened by ongoing repair works on the bridge, with the resulting congestion stretching beyond the Long Bridge towards Magboro and extending into Lagos.Some road user]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gridlock-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway-traps-motorists-overnight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gridlock-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway-traps-motorists-overnight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ABIA: PDP candidate promises N90,000 minimum wage, vows to recall 15,000 sacked workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaPeoples Democratic Party, PDP, governorship candidate in Abia State, Kelechi Anosike, has vowed to increase the minimum wage in the state to N90,000 if elected, saying he will introduce a welfarist system that would enable families unable to pay school fees to do so.Anosike also lamented the taxation burden in Abia, saying he would review the tax collection system and charge the rich to service the poor.He made the promises on The Morning Show, an Arise TV programme, where he]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abia-pdp-candidate-promises-n90000-minimum-wage-vows-to-recall-15000-sacked-workers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abia-pdp-candidate-promises-n90000-minimum-wage-vows-to-recall-15000-sacked-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi says Houthis target Mecca, warns of ‘red line’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen&rsquo;s Houthis accused them on Wednesday of targeting Islam&rsquo;s holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world.The Houthis swiftly rejected as a &ldquo;lie&rdquo; Riyadh&rsquo;s statement that it had shot down a drone heading towards Mecca, which attracts millions of pilgrims each year.Fresh fighting between the Iran-backed Houthis and Yemen&rsquo;s Saudi-backed government has dragged in the kingdom, with the Houthis declaring a maritime bl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-says-houthis-target-mecca-warns-of-red-line/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-says-houthis-target-mecca-warns-of-red-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ekiti tribunal considers relocation after alleged assault on counsel]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Rotimi Ojomoyela, Ado-EkitiThe Ekiti State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has adjourned further hearing of the petition challenging the outcome of the 2026 governorship election following an application by the petitioners seeking the relocation of the proceedings over an alleged assault on counsel to the Social Democratic Party (SDP).The three-member tribunal, chaired by Justice Abubakar Kutigi, adjourned the matter until September 23, 2026, to allow the President of the Court of Ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ekiti-tribunal-considers-relocation-after-alleged-assault-on-counsel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ekiti-tribunal-considers-relocation-after-alleged-assault-on-counsel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 countries moving to ban social media for children]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European Union is to unveil proposals Wednesday aimed at curbing addictive features of social media for minors, as a growing number of countries look to restrict children&rsquo;s access to the platforms.More than 20 countries around the world have now taken steps to block or restrict children going online on social media, according to an AFP tally.Seven have measures already in place or set to be implemented, with their policies targeting children under the age of 15 or 16.Australia was the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/20-countries-moving-to-ban-social-media-for-children/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/20-countries-moving-to-ban-social-media-for-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-NBA President Nwokoye conferred with Blue Silk rank]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA&mdash;A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Chief Ebele Nwokoye, has been conferred with the Blue Silk rank, an honour introduced as an alternative to the Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) title for non-litigation lawyers in Nigeria.The introduction of the title had been the subject of a legal battle between the NBA and promoters of the rank, the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP).Both the NBA and the Chief Justi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-nba-president-nwokoye-conferred-with-blue-silk-rank/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-nba-president-nwokoye-conferred-with-blue-silk-rank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivers, Kwara, Gombe, Cross River: APC states threatened by Wike’s Rainbow Coalition ahead of 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Powerful blocs within the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, are increasingly concerned about the spread of the National Rainbow Coalition, backed by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, across states controlled by the ruling party.The coalition, which Wike insists is primarily aimed at securing President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election in 2027, has nevertheless thrown up alliances involving opposition parties and politicians opposed to APC candidates at state and Nat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rivers-kwara-gombe-cross-river-apc-states-threatened-by-wikes-rainbow-coalition-ahead-of-2027/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rivers-kwara-gombe-cross-river-apc-states-threatened-by-wikes-rainbow-coalition-ahead-of-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ace-Afri Financials Limited named ‘Most Customer Focused Consumer Lender of the Year’ at 2026 Nigeria Brand Awards / Africa Brand Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ace-Afri Financials Limited has achieved a major milestone in the financial services sector after being awarded the title of Most Customer Focused Consumer Lender of the Year (2026) at the prestigious Nigeria Brand Award / Africa Brand Awards ceremony.The company received the DIAMOND Award for Outstanding Team Work within the Consumer Finance &amp; Investment Award Category, underscoring its relentless dedication to putting client needs at the center of its operations. Championing Customer-Cent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ace-afri-financials-limited-named-most-customer-focused-consumer-lender-of-the-year-at-2026-nigeria-brand-awards-africa-brand-awards/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ace-afri-financials-limited-named-most-customer-focused-consumer-lender-of-the-year-at-2026-nigeria-brand-awards-africa-brand-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olu Jacobs was a national icon — Omokri]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has described the late veteran actor, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, as a national icon whose pioneering career on the international stage inspired generations of Nigerian actors.Omokri, in a statement following the announcement of Jacobs&rsquo; death at the age of 84, said the late actor played a significant role in laying the foundation for the contemporary African film industry.He said Jacobs broke internat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/olu-jacobs-was-a-national-icon-omokri/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/olu-jacobs-was-a-national-icon-omokri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tshisekedi third-term proposal sparks protests in DRC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dozens of people have been arrested in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following protests against a proposed constitutional amendment that could allow President Felix Tshisekedi to seek a third term.The protests broke out on Tuesday in Kinshasa, the capital, and several other major cities, with police using force to disperse demonstrators.According to Reuters, police fired tear gas and warning shots in Kinshasa to disperse hundreds of protesters who participated in the demonstrations.Vid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tshisekedi-third-term-proposal-sparks-protests-in-drc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tshisekedi-third-term-proposal-sparks-protests-in-drc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kara Bridge repairs trigger Lagos-Ibadan gridlock]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniMotorists and commuters have been stranded along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway following ongoing rehabilitation works on the Kara Bridge, located around the Lagos-Ogun border.The development has resulted in heavy traffic congestion along the expressway, with motorists reportedly spending extended periods on the highway.A viral video circulating on Wednesday showed motorists trapped in the gridlock, with one of them describing the situation as a standstill.According to reports,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kara-bridge-repairs-trigger-lagos-ibadan-gridlock/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kara-bridge-repairs-trigger-lagos-ibadan-gridlock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Court gives Atiku 7 days to serve suit challenging Tinubu’s eligibility on APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu NnochiriThe Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday issued an order for President Bola Tinubu to be served, within seven days, with the suit seeking to stop him from contesting the 2027 presidential election over his alleged submission of forged certificates to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).The court, in a ruling delivered by Justice Inyang Ekwo, approved substituted service of the legal process on President Tinubu through his political party, the Al]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-court-gives-atiku-7-days-to-serve-suit-challenging-tinubus-eligibility-on-apc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-court-gives-atiku-7-days-to-serve-suit-challenging-tinubus-eligibility-on-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Nigeria traumatised, needs experienced politicians like Atiku — ADC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described Nigeria as a traumatised country that needs experienced political leaders such as its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to steer the country through its current challenges.Bolaji Abdullahi, the party&rsquo;s National Publicity Secretary, made the submission on Tuesday during an interview with News Central, while defending the choice of Atiku and former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as the party&rsquo;s presidential and vice-pres]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-nigeria-traumatised-needs-experienced-politicians-like-atiku-adc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-nigeria-traumatised-needs-experienced-politicians-like-atiku-adc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Nigeria traumatised, needs experienced ‘father figure’ like Atiku — ADC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described Nigeria as a traumatised country that needs experienced political leaders such as its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to steer the country through its current challenges.Bolaji Abdullahi, the party&rsquo;s National Publicity Secretary, made the submission on Tuesday during an interview with News Central, while defending the choice of Atiku and former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as the party&rsquo;s presidential and vice-pres]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-nigeria-traumatised-needs-experienced-father-figure-like-atiku-adc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-nigeria-traumatised-needs-experienced-father-figure-like-atiku-adc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four killed, one injured in Ogun crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaFour persons were killed and another injured in a fatal road crash that occurred early Wednesday on the Ibadan-Lagos route at Straight Gate, Ogun State.The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun State Sector Command, confirmed that the crash occurred at about 4 a.m. on Wednesday.According to a statement signed by Chief Route Commander Afolabi Odunsi, Public Relations Officer, FRSC Ogun State Sector Command,Eight persons were involved in the accident, with four male a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/four-killed-one-injured-in-ogun-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/four-killed-one-injured-in-ogun-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian newspapers review: [2027] APC govs at daggers-drawn with Wike]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with state governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, at daggers drawn with Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, over the creation of parallel political structures believed capable of undermining President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election bid in 2027.Another headline features the President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, saying Nigerians were still paying high]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-2027-apc-govs-at-daggers-drawn-with-wike/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-2027-apc-govs-at-daggers-drawn-with-wike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca defends VAR officials after Man City benefit from error]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca on Wednesday expressed sympathy for VAR officials after his team benefited from a clear error in their 1-0 win against Manchester United.Erling Haaland scored a controversial winner in the 60th minute at Old Trafford on Sunday to make it four wins out of four for City in the Premier League.Haaland was initially flagged offside but VAR ruled he was being played onside by United defender Patrick Dorgu, neglecting to take account of the position of Enzo Fernandez,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/maresca-defends-var-officials-after-man-city-benefit-from-error/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/maresca-defends-var-officials-after-man-city-benefit-from-error/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrities mourn veteran actor Olu Jacobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tributes have begun pouring in for the late Nollywood actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs.Jacobs died at the age of 84, according to an announcement on Wednesday by his son Olusoji Jacobs.Several celebrities have dropped reactions in the comment section of Jacobs Jnr&rsquo;s Instagram post, commiserating with the family.Funke Akindele wrote, &ldquo;May his soul rest in peace.&rdquo;Ini Edo commented, &ldquo;Rest well Uncle! You will forever be in our hearts.&rdquo;Willi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/celebrities-mourn-veteran-actor-olu-jacobs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/celebrities-mourn-veteran-actor-olu-jacobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police take over King’s College premises]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;As Old Boys Association meetsBy Adesina WahabAfter days of protest by parents, a contingent of policemen drawn from various formations in Lagos State on Wednesday took over the premises of Kings College, Onikan, Lagos.The parents, who had a serious altercation with policemen and members of the old boys&rsquo; association of the college on Tuesday, were nowhere to be found close to the college gate.This is because roads leading to the main gate of the college were cordoned by police vehi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-take-over-kings-college-premises/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-take-over-kings-college-premises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nasarawa: Shugaba-Abdullahi emerges NDC governorship candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Edwin Phillip, Lafia&nbsp;The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), in Nasarawa&nbsp;State, has unveiled Musa Shugaba-Abdulahi as its gubernatorial candidate in the 2027 general elections in the state during its Substitution Primary Election, which took place Tuesday night in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital.Overseeing the election, which was an affirmation, the chairman of the electoral committee, Dr Peter Onigah, who is also the National Treasurer of NDC, said that the exercise was in line w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nasarawa-shugaba-abdullahi-emerges-ndc-governorship-candidate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nasarawa-shugaba-abdullahi-emerges-ndc-governorship-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 things to know about late Nollywood icon Olu Jacobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran Nollywood actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84.Jacobs died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, his family announced. His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their son shared the news, describing him as the &ldquo;Lion of Lufodo&rdquo; and asking the public to respect the family&rsquo;s privacy as they mourn.The actor, who turned 84 on July 11, leaves behind a career spanning more than five decades across theatre, tel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/10-things-to-know-about-late-nollywood-icon-olu-jacobs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/10-things-to-know-about-late-nollywood-icon-olu-jacobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three vigilantes killed in night attack in Plateau]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Golok Nanmwa, JosThree vigilantes were reportedly killed by armed men who attacked NTV community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on Tuesday night.The incident, which occurred around 11pm, has heightened tension in the community, as the gunmen reportedly opened fire on the vigilantes who were on duty protecting residents and their homes.A resident of the community, Gabriel Ayuba, who confirmed the incident to newsmen, said, &ldquo;The incident happened around 11pm. The m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/three-vigilantes-killed-in-night-attack-in-plateau/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/three-vigilantes-killed-in-night-attack-in-plateau/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 memorable movies featuring Olu Jacobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The death of veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs at the age of 84 has prompted tributes across Nigeria&rsquo;s entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues remembering a career that spanned more than five decades.Jacobs, whose full name was Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, was one of Nigeria&rsquo;s most recognisable actors. He began his career in British theatre and television before appearing in international films and eventually becoming one of the most respected figures in Nollywood. He dies on S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/10-memorable-movies-featuring-olu-jacobs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/10-memorable-movies-featuring-olu-jacobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Barca coach Ronald Koeman announces death of wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Barcelona and Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has announced the death of his wife, Bartina Koeman.Koeman confirmed the loss in a heartfelt tribute, describing Bartina as his &ldquo;beautiful wife&rdquo; and the family&rsquo;s &ldquo;dearest mother and grandmother.&rdquo;&ldquo;With intense sadness, but also with great pride and love, we say goodbye to my beautiful wife, our dearest mother and grandmother,&rdquo; Koeman said.Barcelona expressed its condolences to the former manager and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-barca-coach-ronald-koeman-announces-death-of-wife/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-barca-coach-ronald-koeman-announces-death-of-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cartoon: Dancing disco in ‘darkness’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Read Also: &lsquo;Let&rsquo;s not seek change for sake of change,&rsquo; Oba of Benin backs continuityVanguard News<br />
The post Cartoon: Dancing disco in &lsquo;darkness&rsquo; appeared first on Vanguard News.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-dancing-disco-in-darkness/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-dancing-disco-in-darkness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Stop talking, go and work’ — Tinubu’s campaign spokesperson tells Wike, APC governors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ima Niboro, spokesperson for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council, has urged FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and APC governors to end their public exchanges and focus on mobilising support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election.Niboro made the call on Wednesday while appearing on Arise Television&rsquo;s The Morning Show, describing the disagreement between Wike and the governors as a &ldquo;quarrel among siblings.&rdquo;His comments followed Wike&rsquo;s crit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/stop-talking-go-and-work-tinubus-campaign-spokesperson-tells-wike-apc-governors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/stop-talking-go-and-work-tinubus-campaign-spokesperson-tells-wike-apc-governors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking: Veteran actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84.His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death in an Instagram post on Wednesday.&ldquo;It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought, that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and uncle. The Lion of Lufodo,&rdquo; he wrote.He added: &ldquo;We call on all bloggers and social media influencers to respect our family&rsquo;s privacy a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/breaking-veteran-actor-olu-jacobs-dies-at-84/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/breaking-veteran-actor-olu-jacobs-dies-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gridlock: Lagos moves to intensify enforcement along Apapa and Lekki ports.]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State Government is set to intensify its enforcement efforts along the Apapa and Lekki Port corridors following recent feedback and an assessment of the traffic situation in the two areas.In a strategy meeting headed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, on Tuesday, at the Ministry of Transportation, Alausa, Giwa disclosed that gaps were identified in the current enforcement process, necessitating a re-jig of the strategy.He said the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gridlock-lagos-moves-to-intensify-enforcement-along-apapa-and-lekki-ports/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gridlock-lagos-moves-to-intensify-enforcement-along-apapa-and-lekki-ports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian man accused of killing London railway worker after missing train]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Nigerian man, Ayodele Jamgbadi has been accused of fatally punching a 61-year-old railway worker, Jorge Ortega after missing his train at Ilford Station in east London, a court has heard.Jamgbadi allegedly became angry after missing a train from Ilford to Stratford on the Elizabeth line and began kicking an advertising frame at the station.Inner London Crown Court heard that three railway workers, including Ortega, approached Jamgbadi and tried to calm him down.Prosecutor Patrick Dennis told]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-man-accused-of-killing-london-railway-worker-after-missing-train/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-man-accused-of-killing-london-railway-worker-after-missing-train/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos-Ibadan Expressway remains blocked]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Efe OnodjaeThe Lagos-Ibadan Expressway remained blocked as of 7 a.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, amid an ongoing traffic gridlock along the busy highway.A check by Vanguard on the social media platform X showed that the road was still impassable as of the time of filing this report.Motorists and commuters using the expressway were advised to exercise caution and consider alternative routes where possible.<br />
The post Lagos-Ibadan Expressway remains blocked appeared first on Vanguard News.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-ibadan-expressway-remains-blocked/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-ibadan-expressway-remains-blocked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Israel will ‘finish job’ in Gaza and remove Palestinians – Defence minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Israel&rsquo;s defence minister said Wednesday it was only a matter of time before the country resumes full-scale war in Gaza and moves to force out its two million Palestinians.Israel Katz, who is known for outspoken remarks, was responding to criticism from another right-wing contender ahead of October 27 elections.Katz said 70 percent of Gaza had already been emptied of its population in the Israeli offensive launched after the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas.He said that an October 2025 cea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/israel-will-finish-job-in-gaza-and-remove-palestinians-defence-minister/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/israel-will-finish-job-in-gaza-and-remove-palestinians-defence-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops raid kidnappers’ enclave, rescue seven in Benue]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiTroops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in a coordinated operation with the Nigerian Police Force and local vigilantes, have rescued seven kidnapped victims from a suspected kidnappers&rsquo; enclave in Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State.Acting Media Information Officer of OPWS, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday night.Zubairu said the operation, conducted on September 14, 2026, followed credible intelligence on the activities of sus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-raid-kidnappers-enclave-rescue-seven-in-benue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-raid-kidnappers-enclave-rescue-seven-in-benue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi set for Argentina farewell, included in squad to face Benin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi was on Tuesday named in Argentina&rsquo;s squad for a friendly against Benin on October 6, a match that will serve as his farewell appearance after announcing his international retirement last month.The 39-year-old said in August he was retiring from Argentina duty after a two-decade international career that included winning the 2022 World Cup and Copa America triumphs in 2021 and 2024.&ldquo;We made the decision to invite the best player in the world, the symbol of our national t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-set-for-argentina-farewell-included-in-squad-to-face-benin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-set-for-argentina-farewell-included-in-squad-to-face-benin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low enrollment forces PenCom to extend pension verification deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Says only 31,099 of estimated 150,000 employees enrolled as at July 31By Victor Ahiuma-YoungThe National Pension Commission (PenCom) has extended the deadline for the ongoing mandatory One-Time Online Verification and Enrolment Exercise for employees of treasury-funded Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) entitled to accrued pension rights.The exercise, which commenced in February 2026 and was initially scheduled to end on July 31, 2026, has now been extended to December 31, 2026]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/low-enrollment-forces-pencom-to-extend-pension-verification-deadline/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/low-enrollment-forces-pencom-to-extend-pension-verification-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern students endorse Tinubu for 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Student leaders representing tertiary institutions across the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have endorsed President Bola Tinubu for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.The students, drawn from universities, polytechnics and colleges of education, announced their support on Tuesday at the inauguration of the students&rsquo; wing of Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A).Abdulmudallib Sheriff, coordinator of the A4A students&rsquo; wing and President of the Students&rsquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/northern-students-endorse-tinubu-for-2027/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/northern-students-endorse-tinubu-for-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US announces visa restrictions on some South African officials over land reform policies]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Favour Ulebor &amp; Agency ReportThe United States has announced a new visa restriction policy targeting some foreign nationals from South Africa over the country&rsquo;s land reform policies and other measures that Washington says discriminate against minority groups.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy on Tuesday, saying it would apply to individuals responsible for or involved in implementing laws that allow uncompensated land seizures, race-based discrimination or the i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-announces-visa-restrictions-on-some-south-african-officials-over-land-reform-policies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-announces-visa-restrictions-on-some-south-african-officials-over-land-reform-policies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JUSUN declares indefinite strike in Nasarawa over non-implementation of financial autonomy, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Edwin Phillip, LafiaThe Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Nasarawa State Branch, has declared an indefinite strike over the non-implementation of its demands by the state government and the Judicial Service Commission.Confirming the development on Tuesday night, the state Chairman of JUSUN, Comrade Mas&rsquo;ud Ubangari, said the action followed the expiration of the seven-day ultimatum issued to the relevant authorities.He directed all JUSUN members to embark on the indefinite strik]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jusun-declares-indefinite-strike-in-nasarawa-over-non-implementation-of-financial-autonomy-others/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jusun-declares-indefinite-strike-in-nasarawa-over-non-implementation-of-financial-autonomy-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Atiku-Obi alliance won’t stop Tinubu, says BTO for PBAT ’27]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, AkureA political group backing President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s second-term bid, the BTO for PBAT &rsquo;27 movement, has declared that a proposed alliance between former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, would not be enough to defeat President Tinubu in the presidential election.The group said combining opposition support bases arithmetically does not automatically translate to electoral victory, arguing that vo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-atiku-obi-alliance-wont-stop-tinubu-says-bto-for-pbat-27/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-atiku-obi-alliance-wont-stop-tinubu-says-bto-for-pbat-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aiyedatiwa issues 14-day ultimatum to kidnappers in Ondo forests]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash;Mobilises security agencies, hunters to raid hideoutsBy Dayo Johnson, AkureGovernor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has declared war on criminal elements, particularly kidnappers hiding in forest reserves across the state to perpetrate illicit activities.Consequently, he has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the criminals to vacate the forests or face severe consequences.The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Forestry, Hon. Bidemi Joshua Obayangban, disclosed this while speaking with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aiyedatiwa-issues-14-day-ultimatum-to-kidnappers-in-ondo-forests/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aiyedatiwa-issues-14-day-ultimatum-to-kidnappers-in-ondo-forests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agro exports fall 36% to N803bn in Q2]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Cynthia Alo<br />
Nigeria&rsquo;s agricultural export earnings fell by 36.09 per cent year-on-year to N802.99 billion in the second quarter of 2026 (Q2&rsquo;26) from N1.26 trillion in the corresponding period of 2025 (Q2 &rsquo;25), latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, has shown.<br />
The figure also represents a 31.51 per cent decline from the N1.17 trillion recorded in the first quarter of 2026.<br />
Meanwhile, the&nbsp; top five major agro exports in Q2&rsquo;26, &nbsp; were &lsquo;C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/agro-exports-fall-36-to-n803bn-in-q2/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/agro-exports-fall-36-to-n803bn-in-q2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improvement in economic indicators points to Nigeria’s stabilisation — UBA boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Group Managing Director of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Chairman of the Body of Bank CEOs in Nigeria, Oliver Alawuba, has outlined a blueprint for building a resilient Nigerian economy, calling for deliberate policies and stronger collaboration across the public and private sectors to transform economic stability into inclusive prosperity.Alawuba made the call while delivering his goodwill speech at the 19th Annual Banking and Finance Conference of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nige]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/improvement-in-economic-indicators-points-to-nigerias-stabilisation-uba-boss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/improvement-in-economic-indicators-points-to-nigerias-stabilisation-uba-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanwo-Olu to opposition: You have no ideas]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Says Lagos spirit has driven democracy, governance, development&hellip;Yoruba Tennis Club reaffirms commitment to heritage, excellence at centenary anniversaryThe Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has challenged opposition parties to put forward credible ideas capable of competing with the transformation agenda of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), instead of seeking change for the sake of change.Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke on Tuesday while delivering the Centenary A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sanwo-olu-to-opposition-you-have-no-ideas/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sanwo-olu-to-opposition-you-have-no-ideas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote: We want ordinary Nigerians to own our shares]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Uzoma MarvellousAliko Dangote has said the planned Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Refinery is aimed at giving ordinary Nigerians and Africans an opportunity to own a stake in one of the continent&rsquo;s biggest industrial ventures.Dangote, president of Dangote Industries Limited, said the offering was designed to democratise the capital market by bringing people who have traditionally been excluded from major investment opportunities into the ownership of the refinery.He spoke in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-we-want-ordinary-nigerians-to-own-our-shares/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-we-want-ordinary-nigerians-to-own-our-shares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote: We want ordinary Nigerians to own IPO]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Uzoma MarvellousAliko Dangote has said the planned Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Refinery is aimed at giving ordinary Nigerians and Africans an opportunity to own a stake in one of the continent&rsquo;s biggest industrial ventures.Dangote, president of Dangote Industries Limited, said the offering was designed to democratise the capital market by bringing people who have traditionally been excluded from major investment opportunities into the ownership of the refinery.He spoke in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-we-want-ordinary-nigerians-to-own-ipo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-we-want-ordinary-nigerians-to-own-ipo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria has more honest people than Britain, America — SDP’s Adebayo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adewole Adebayo, presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has described Nigerians as more honest and compassionate than people in Britain and the United States.Adebayo made the remarks during an interview on the Naija Unfiltered Podcast, where he spoke about his international experience, leadership and the character of Nigerians.The SDP candidate said his professional work and investments had given him the legal right to live and work in 21 countries, adding that his experie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-has-more-honest-people-than-britain-america-sdps-adebayo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-has-more-honest-people-than-britain-america-sdps-adebayo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG raises N728.9bn in second bond issuance for power sector debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ediri Ejoh with Agency reportThe Federal Government (FG) has raised N728.9 billion in bonds as part of its funding process to offset the N4 trillion legacy debt it owed electricity Generation Companies, GENCOs.Speaking at the bond launch in Abuja, TaiwoOyedele, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, said the Series-2 of the bond issuance program comprises N402 billion in cash bonds, while another N326.9 billion was allotted as non-cash bonds to participating GenCos.The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-raises-n7289bn-in-second-bond-issuance-for-power-sector-debt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-raises-n7289bn-in-second-bond-issuance-for-power-sector-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq: Forging a Sardauna Legacy in Kwara]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Raheem AdedoyinIN the revelry marking the formal turbanning of Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara today (Wednesday, September 16, 2026) in Ilorin, it is apparent that the historical and traditional symbolism of this highly revered title would be on display.The title, Sardauna, originally borne by the charismatic Premier of Northern Nigeria, Sir Ahmadu Bello, is readily one of the most distinguished in our country&rsquo;s traditional lexicon. Like the Aare Ona Kakanfo of the ancient Yor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abdulrahman-abdulrazaq-forging-a-sardauna-legacy-in-kwara/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abdulrahman-abdulrazaq-forging-a-sardauna-legacy-in-kwara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Headline inflation falls 3rd consecutive month to 15.39%]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Elizabeth AdegbesanHeadline inflation rate fell by 0.04 percent to 15.39 percent in August from 15.43 percent in July 2026, representing the third consecutive month decline since June.The development was driven by a further ease in the core basket to 13.29 percent in August from 14.97 percent in July.The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, disclosed this yesterday in its Consumer Price Index, CPI, report for August 2026.NBS stated: &ldquo;In August 2026, the Headline inflation rate stood at]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/headline-inflation-falls-3rd-consecutive-month-to-1539/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/headline-inflation-falls-3rd-consecutive-month-to-1539/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kwara agog as Emir turbans Gov Abdulrazak Sardauna of Ilorin today]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Demola AkinyemiILORIN &mdash; The ancient city of Ilorin, Kwara State capital is, today, agog for the turbaning ceremony of the Chairman, Nigeria Governors&rsquo; Forum, NGF, and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, as Sardauna of Ilorin Emirate, by the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu Gambari.The event is scheduled to hold at the Emir&rsquo;s Palace by 1 p.m. President Bola Tinubu, who is currently on vacation, is expected to be rep]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kwara-agog-as-emir-turbans-gov-abdulrazak-sardauna-of-ilorin-today/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kwara-agog-as-emir-turbans-gov-abdulrazak-sardauna-of-ilorin-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 Campaign Promises: Can Nigerian politicians be taken seriously?]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gabriel Ewepu, ABUJAAs politicians return to the campaign trail ahead of 2027 general polls, Nigerians are asking whether another season of grand pledges will produce a different reality after the votes are counted.Read Also: 2027: APC govs at daggers-drawn with Wike&nbsp;It is an old political ritual in Nigeria. Whenever fresh election approaches, politicians dust off their manifestos, polish their slogans, print colourful posters, mount giant billboards and take their campaigns to the stre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-campaign-promises-can-nigerian-politicians-be-taken-seriously/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-campaign-promises-can-nigerian-politicians-be-taken-seriously/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 16, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian naira is trading at different levels against the United States dollar across the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.The latest available official data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) put the NFEM rate at&nbsp;&#8358;1,329.15 per dollar for the September 15 trading session. The CBN describes the NFEM rate as the volume-weighted average and the official exchange rate for the day.&nbsp;In the parallel market]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-16-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-16-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Let’s not seek change for sake of change,’ Oba of Benin backs continuity]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY &mdash; The Oba of Benin, His Majesty, Omo N&rsquo;Oba N&rsquo;Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, on Tuesday urged opposition parties in Nigeria not to be extremely critical of the ruling party, but to play their role as opposition for the betterment of the country.Read Also: 2027: APC govs at daggers-drawn with WikeThe Benin monarch also urged Nigerians to support continuity in governance and not seek change just for the sake of change.The monarch spoke on Tuesday when]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lets-not-seek-change-for-sake-of-change-oba-of-benin-backs-continuity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lets-not-seek-change-for-sake-of-change-oba-of-benin-backs-continuity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Editors raise concerns over harassment, intimidation, prosecution of journalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE Nigerian Guild of Editors, NGE, has raised concerns over the increasing harassment, intimidation and prosecution of journalists by security agencies, warning that such actions could undermine press freedom and legitimate journalistic practice.The Guild also called on the federal government and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to ensure a level playing field for all political parties and candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.In a communiqu&eacute; signed by Eze A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/editors-raise-concerns-over-harassment-intimidation-prosecution-of-journalists/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/editors-raise-concerns-over-harassment-intimidation-prosecution-of-journalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why Kaduna is crucial to Tinubu’s re-election push]]></title><description><![CDATA[By&nbsp;John Alechenu, ABUJAWHEN presidential strategists, who have started working overtime, especially inside Aso Rock, spread the big electoral map of Nigeria on the table to plot President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s path to a second term in 2027, Kaduna State will enjoy a pride of place.Read Also: INEC to Nigerians: 2027 election outcome will reflect your willIt is not Kano with the highest number of voters. It is not Lagos, the President&rsquo;s political base. It is not even Katsina, home of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027why-kaduna-is-crucial-to-tinubus-re-election-push/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027why-kaduna-is-crucial-to-tinubus-re-election-push/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why petrol remains expensive despite local refining— Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[*Notes having a male heir not his priority*Says &lsquo;I&rsquo;ve lived in my current home for 36 years&rsquo;By Juliet UmehTHE President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has said Nigerians were still paying high prices for petrol despite the commencement of large-scale domestic refining, saying local production does not completely insulate the country from global crude oil prices and market disruptions.&nbsp;Dangote, who spoke in an interview on Arise TV yesterday, said the refinery bought cru]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-petrol-remains-expensive-despite-local-refining-dangote-2/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-petrol-remains-expensive-despite-local-refining-dangote-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: APC govs at daggers-drawn with Wike]]></title><description><![CDATA[***Why we moved against Wike&rsquo;s Rainbow Coalition &ndash; APC govs***Warn against parallel structures<br />
By Omeiza AjayiABUJA &ndash; State governors elected on the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC, were at daggers drawn with Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, yesterday, over creation of parallel political structures believed capable of undermining President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election bid in 2027.In a position widely seen as a direct response to th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-apc-govs-at-daggers-drawn-with-wike/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-apc-govs-at-daggers-drawn-with-wike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need for speedy reconstruction of police barracks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu&rsquo;s recent inspection of police barracks under reconstruction in Lagos has exposed a painful reality: decades of neglect have turned many police quarters into slums unfit for human habitation. His frustration over delays in completing the projects is understandable. But beyond expressing frustration, the inspection must translate into urgency, accountability and tangible results. The scale of the Lagos intervention is significant, though still inade]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/need-for-speedy-reconstruction-of-police-barracks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/need-for-speedy-reconstruction-of-police-barracks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Igbo identity crisis: The DNA option (2), by Ochereome Nnanna]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since the end of the Biafra War in January 1970, ethnic disunity has wreaked great havoc in the former Eastern Region. In the former Northern Region, the Minorities (especially Christians and non-Muslims) want to be fully accepted by the so-called &ldquo;Hausa/Fulani&rdquo; Muslim Majority, who wield overwhelming power. But they (the Minorities) are rebuffed, discriminated against and subjugated. The same applies to the Minorities in the old Western Region. The Yoruba tend to keep the Edoid and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/igbo-identity-crisis-the-dna-option-2-by-ochereome-nnanna/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/igbo-identity-crisis-the-dna-option-2-by-ochereome-nnanna/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Education as common Northern responsibility: From 19 separate efforts to 1 Northern compact (2), by Usman Sarki]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;The strength of a race is found both in material and spiritual things associated with that race, that form the kernel of its being and progress or, alternatively, its degeneration.&rdquo; &mdash; John BuchanWhen material and spiritual advance cease and degeneration becomes the norm, the perdition of a race or society becomes inevitable. The argument advanced in the first part of this article was straightforward: Northern Nigeria&rsquo;s education emergency has become too profound and int]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/education-as-common-northern-responsibility-from-19-separate-efforts-to-1-northern-compact-2-by-usman-sarki/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/education-as-common-northern-responsibility-from-19-separate-efforts-to-1-northern-compact-2-by-usman-sarki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Peter Obi looking for in Yelwata? By Rotimi Fasan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now that he has been given a fresh invite by so-called elders of the community to visit after last week&rsquo;s botched attempt, I think it is legitimate to ask what Peter Obi, the National Democratic Congress&rsquo;s presidential candidate, is looking for in Yelwata, a somnolent town in Benue State, at a time when he should be campaigning for the mandate of Nigerians in the January 16, 2027 presidential election? The lacklustre nature of the campaigns was the subject of this column last week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-is-peter-obi-looking-for-in-yelwata-by-rotimi-fasan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/what-is-peter-obi-looking-for-in-yelwata-by-rotimi-fasan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Let us end this presidential campaign charade]]></title><description><![CDATA[By SUNNY IKHIOYAIt is not a matter of whether you love President Bola Tinubu or not. It is a question of the way forward for Nigeria. We are taught to believe that politics is a contest of ideas. The side that convinces the people that it has the best way forward wins. This is because there is no unidirectional path to governance. As economists would put it, there is always &ldquo;the other hand.&rdquo; That is why a strong opposition is a sine qua non in every political system, no matter the i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-let-us-end-this-presidential-campaign-charade/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-let-us-end-this-presidential-campaign-charade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nutrition: Shettima raises alarm as 41% of Nigerian children stunted]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip; Only 6% of pregnant women complete iron supplementation<br />
By Chioma ObinnaVice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday in Lagos raised the alarm over Nigeria&rsquo;s nutrition crisis, saying it poses a serious threat to the country&rsquo;s human capital, as latest data show that 41.1 per cent of children under five are stunted, with the figure rising to 58.2 per cent in the North-West.<br />
Shettima, who spoke through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Health and Focal Person on Nutrition, M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nutrition-shettima-raises-alarm-as-41-of-nigerian-children-stunted/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nutrition-shettima-raises-alarm-as-41-of-nigerian-children-stunted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prove I left debt, I’ll stop campaigning, Obi tells Anambra govt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has challenged the Anambra State government to prove that his administration left behind unpaid debts, salaries, pensions or contractor liabilities.<br />
Obi issued the challenge in a statement posted on his official social media page on Monday while responding to claims by the Anambra State Government that his administration left inherited debts, including a N2 billion ecological loan.<br />
He dismissed the claims as false, saying]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/prove-i-left-debt-ill-stop-campaigning-obi-tells-anambra-govt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/prove-i-left-debt-ill-stop-campaigning-obi-tells-anambra-govt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A closer look at the Zero Rated Access Initiative, by Okoh Aihe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NCC programme wasn&rsquo;t part of my schedule last week but the insistence of a young employee drew me to the Hilton, venue of the programme, and I left very appreciative that I found my way there. Sometimes, you need to clear your schedule to do certain things. This was one of them. As I write now, I am still checking my body to see whether there are some tiny pieces of confetti that rained down at the launch of the Zero Rated Access Initiative by the Commission&rsquo;s Board.<br />
I was only]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-closer-look-at-the-zero-rated-access-initiative-by-okoh-aihe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-closer-look-at-the-zero-rated-access-initiative-by-okoh-aihe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gombe vows to end open defecation]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Gombe State Government has reiterated its determination to improve the water, sanitation and hygiene, WASH, sector and achieve an open-defecation-free state.The commitment was reaffirmed as the Gombe State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, RUWASSA, under the Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene, SURWASH, programme, intensified sensitisation and mobilisation campaigns across Local Government Areas that have claimed Open Defecation Free]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-vows-to-end-open-defecation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-vows-to-end-open-defecation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ekanpou set to release 11 books, chronicles N-Delta struggle in new work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Award-winning writer, Dr. Enewaridideke Ekanpou, from Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, is poised to release 11 books cutting across drama, prose and poetry.<br />
His new book entitled TOMPOLO&rsquo;S HAULERS AND HAILERS, is to be released alongside his creatively repackaged works that include The Wanted Man in Camp Four, The Honourable Commissioner, The Strong Blood, The Raffia Palm Tree, You must Leave Ekameta Tomorrow, The Imbeciles, the Imprisonment of Ebi in the Coven, Sandbanks in R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ekanpou-set-to-release-11-books-chronicles-n-delta-struggle-in-new-work/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ekanpou-set-to-release-11-books-chronicles-n-delta-struggle-in-new-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote: Petrol cheaper in Nigeria than neighbours]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABUJA &mdash; President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said petrol is relatively cheaper in Nigeria than in neighbouring countries, a price difference he said has continued to encourage cross-border smuggling.Dangote spoke in an interview with Arise Television on Tuesday while responding to questions about rising petrol prices in Nigeria.He said the cost of petrol should be considered in relation to prices in neighbouring countries, noting that consumers in some of those coun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-petrol-cheaper-in-nigeria-than-neighbours/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-petrol-cheaper-in-nigeria-than-neighbours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police, experts meet on 2027 election security]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is set to host the sixth Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers (CARSPO 2026) in Imo State from September 21 to 24, with election security expected to feature prominently in discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections.The conference, themed &ldquo;Developing a Police Roadmap for Effective Management of Security During Elections,&rdquo; is expected to bring together senior police officers, security experts, policymakers, election s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-experts-meet-on-2027-election-security/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-experts-meet-on-2027-election-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG Commissions KWASU ICT Centre for Youths]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Demola Akinyemi, IlorinThe Federal Government has commissioned a TETFund/Renewed Hope Initiative-backed ICT Experience Centre at the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, to equip Nigerian youths with digital skills needed to thrive in a modern and competitive world.Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who was represented at the commissioning on Tuesday by the wife of the Vice-President, Nana Shettima, said the initiative aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-commissions-kwasu-ict-centre-for-youths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-commissions-kwasu-ict-centre-for-youths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Higher SSB Tax may raise prices – Report warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chidinma Chukwu, ABUJAA new report by ThinkBusiness Africa has warned that the proposed increase in Nigeria&rsquo;s excise duty on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) could significantly raise prices of soft drinks, while its impact on obesity, diabetes and hypertension remains uncertain.The report examined the proposed amendment to the Customs, Excise Tariff, Etc. (Consolidation) Act (CETA), which seeks to replace the existing N10-per-litre excise duty with an ad valorem tax.According to the r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/higher-ssb-tax-may-raise-prices-report-warns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/higher-ssb-tax-may-raise-prices-report-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kebbe Council assists 150 households displaced by banditry]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO &mdash; Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State has distributed food items and cash assistance to 150 households displaced by bandit attacks across several communities.The intervention, supervised by the council chairman, Hon. Musa Garba Kuchi, was carried out on Monday at the palace of the District Head of Kebbe, Sarkin Kabbin Kebbe, Hon. Lawal Labbo Margai, in Kebbe town.Kuchi said the beneficiaries were drawn from communities affected by bandit attacks, i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kebbe-council-assists-150-households-displaced-by-banditry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kebbe-council-assists-150-households-displaced-by-banditry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi PDP women decry hardship, back Odii]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Women Leader in Ebonyi State, Mrs Chinyere Nwele, has criticised the administration of Governor Francis Nwifuru, alleging hardship, neglect and unfulfilled promises under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government.Nwele spoke during a meeting with women from Umu Ekumaenyi in Ezza land, where she assessed the performance of the state government and declared support for the PDP governorship candidate, Chief Ifeanyi Chukwuma Od]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebonyi-pdp-women-decry-hardship-back-odii/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebonyi-pdp-women-decry-hardship-back-odii/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zamfara varsities, polytechnics, COEs, others get official cars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dauda Lawal distributed official vehicles to higher institutions to strengthen the capacity, efficiency, and effectiveness of Zamfara State&rsquo;s education system.The distribution of the official vehicles was held on Friday at the Government House in Gusau, the state capital.A statement by the Governor&rsquo;s Spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the vehicles are institutional assets and operational tools to support administration, supervision, accreditation, official engagements,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zamfara-varsities-polytechnics-coes-others-get-official-cars/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zamfara-varsities-polytechnics-coes-others-get-official-cars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops rescue 10 kidnap victims in Katsina]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiTroops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued 10 civilians, including an infant, after a military pursuit forced their abductors to abandon them in Katsina State.The victims were rescued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, following a swift response by the troops to reports of the abduction of residents of Unguwan Daudu and Unguwan Chibauna communities in Funtua Local Government Area of the state.According to the Army, troops deployed around the Sabuwa axis were immedi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-10-kidnap-victims-in-katsina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-10-kidnap-victims-in-katsina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malaria: Zamfara begins fumigation against mosquitoes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Dauda Lawal approved a state-wide fumigation against mosquitoes and other insects to curb the spread of Malaria and other mosquito-related illnesses.Executive Chairman, Zamfara State Environmental Protection and Enforcement Agency (ZEPEA), Muhammad Zangina Abdullahi, announced this while flagging off the distribution of fumigation materials for the exercise in Gusau yesterday.A statement by the spokesperson of the Zamfara State Ministry of Environmental and Natural Resources said the e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/malaria-zamfara-begins-fumigation-against-mosquitoes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/malaria-zamfara-begins-fumigation-against-mosquitoes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grazing reserves: Anti-graft agency to prosecute encroachers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Zamfara State Anti-Corruption and Public Complaints Commission (ZACPC) threatened to prosecute any person or group of persons that encroached into grazing reserves and livestock corridors.The commission announced this in a statement released by its public relations officer, Sanusi Ibrahim Tudu, yesterday.He said the agency had completed its high-level consultative advocacy tour, securing unanimous inter-agency alignment to protect state grazing reserves and cattle corridors (burtali).The ex]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/grazing-reserves-anti-graft-agency-to-prosecute-encroachers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/grazing-reserves-anti-graft-agency-to-prosecute-encroachers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria, Serbia renew commitment to stronger ties]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry Umoru, ABUJANigeria and the Republic of Serbia have renewed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations following the presentation of Letters of Credence by Nigeria&rsquo;s Ambassador to Hungary, Engr. Abass Braimah, to Serbian President Aleksandar Vu&#269;i&#263;.The ceremony, held on Monday at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade, formally accredited Braimah as the Non-Resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to Serbia, with resid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-serbia-renew-commitment-to-stronger-ties/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-serbia-renew-commitment-to-stronger-ties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Lagos needs servant-leader — Adeoye]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry ObettaLAGOS &mdash; The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Lagos State, Prince Adelaja Adeoye, has said his ambition for the 2027 election is driven by a desire to provide what he described as accountable and people-oriented governance.Adeoye, a real estate entrepreneur, said he was seeking to lead Lagos not merely to occupy the seat of government at Alausa, but to implement his development agenda, which he described as Atunto Eko.&ldquo;Lagos does not need]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-lagos-needs-servant-leader-adeoye/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-lagos-needs-servant-leader-adeoye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNICEF, Zamfara to improve healthcare access for less-privileged]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Zamfara State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (ZAMCHEMA), and the United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) have agreed to collaborate to improve access to quality healthcare services for vulnerable populations across the state.The executive secretary of the agency, Zainab Muhammad Hassan, revealed this when she received the representatives of UNICEF on a courtesy visit to the agency on Monday.During the meeting, the two parties focused attention on exploring practical strateg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unicef-zamfara-to-improve-healthcare-access-for-less-privileged/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unicef-zamfara-to-improve-healthcare-access-for-less-privileged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zamfara organises CBT for 6,412 applicants to boost primary education]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Zamfara State Government scheduled a Computer-Based Test (CBT) for thousands of candidates who applied for the 3,050 basic education teaching slots across the state.The management of Zamfara Information Technology Development Agency (ZITDA) announced this in a circular released at the weekend.The CBT is following Governor Dauda Lawal&rsquo;s approval for the recruitment of 3,050 basic school teachers through an open, merit&ndash;based digital portal &ndash; targeted at underserved and rural]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zamfara-organises-cbt-for-6412-applicants-to-boost-primary-education/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zamfara-organises-cbt-for-6412-applicants-to-boost-primary-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sokoto defends metropolis-only school resumption]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO &mdash; The Sokoto State Government has defended its decision to reopen only schools within the state capital, saying the continued closure of schools outside the metropolis is a security measure taken in compliance with a directive from the Federal Government.Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Prof. Muhammad Ladan Ala, stated this on Monday in Sokoto while briefing journalists on the status of schools following the recent resumption arrangement.Ala]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-defends-metropolis-only-school-resumption/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-defends-metropolis-only-school-resumption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ogun 2027: Adeola, Hunye clash over Ekiti origin claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;prove my Ekiti origin claim or face legal action&hellip;we welcome the lawsuit &mdash; HunyeBy James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Ogun State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Solomon Adeola, has given Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, chieftain, Abayomi Hunye, and Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello 24 hours to produce evidence to substantiate their claims that he is of Ekiti State origin or face legal action.Adeola issued the ultimatum through his Media Adviser, C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ogun-2027-adeola-hunye-clash-over-ekiti-origin-claim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ogun-2027-adeola-hunye-clash-over-ekiti-origin-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos 2027: Rhodes-Vivour questions Hamzat’s eligibility over US allegiance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Lagos State, has questioned the eligibility of Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat to contest the 2027 governorship election, citing his alleged oath of allegiance to the United States.Rhodes-Vivour raised the issue on Tuesday while appearing on Channels Television&rsquo;s Sunrise Daily, recalling the controversy surrounding Hamzat&rsquo;s eligibility during the 2023 governorship election.He said his legal team ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-2027-rhodes-vivour-questions-hamzats-eligibility-over-us-allegiance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-2027-rhodes-vivour-questions-hamzats-eligibility-over-us-allegiance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU-LASU declares indefinite strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Elizabeth OsayandeLAGOS &mdash; The Lagos State University branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU-LASU) has declared a total and indefinite strike over what it described as the failure of the government to implement the 2025 ASUU/FGN Agreement.The union announced the decision on Tuesday, September 15, following a congress at which members resolved to commence the industrial action.In a statement signed by the Secretary of the ASUU-LASU Steering Committee, Comrade Thanny Noo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-lasu-declares-indefinite-strike/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-lasu-declares-indefinite-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court denies Odogwu Asaba bail]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Egufe YafugborhiASABA &mdash; The Delta State High Court has declined the bail application filed on behalf of Mr Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, who is facing allegations relating to the death of late Favour Agbro.The ruling was delivered on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, following arguments by counsel on the defendant&rsquo;s bail application.The court ordered that Ogbonna remain in custody at the Ogwashi-Uku Maximum Correctional Centre and directed the Director of Public Pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/court-denies-odogwu-asaba-bail/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/court-denies-odogwu-asaba-bail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Ex-Nasarawa Speaker begs defectors to return to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The immediate past Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Alhaji Ibrahim Balarabe, has appealed to all aggrieved members who defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to other parties to return to the party.He said the appeal became imperative in view of the fact that they laboured to build a house, only to vacate it &ldquo;at the time you need it most.&rdquo;The former speaker made the call in an interview with newsmen in Lafia on Tuesday.Balarabe&rsquo;s call followed the recent d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ex-nasarawa-speaker-begs-defectors-to-return-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ex-nasarawa-speaker-begs-defectors-to-return-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NAF takes delivery of five new helicopters]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken delivery of five new helicopters as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to modernise and re-equip the Armed Forces to confront evolving security threats.The newly acquired platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters manufactured by Leonardo Helicopters of Italy and two H-125 helicopters produced by Airbus Helicopters.A statement by the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/naf-takes-delivery-of-five-new-helicopters/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/naf-takes-delivery-of-five-new-helicopters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike’s Rainbow Coalition, APC govs backing Tinubu in different ways — Fayose]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeFormer Ekiti State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, chieftain, Ayo Fayose, has said the controversy over the Rainbow Coalition being championed by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, would not hurt President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s chances in the 2027 presidential election.Fayose said Wike and the APC governors were backing Tinubu in different ways, arguing that what mattered ultimately was whether the coalition could deliver votes for the pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-apc-govs-backing-tinubu-in-different-ways-fayose/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-apc-govs-backing-tinubu-in-different-ways-fayose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘They are politically lazy’ – Wike tackles APC govs over Rainbow Coalition pushback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has described governors of the All Progressives Congress as &ldquo;politically lazy&rdquo; following their opposition to his Rainbow Coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.The governors, led by their chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, had said they would not participate in, support or endorse any alliance that could undermine President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election bid or affect APC candidates at any level.But Wike, i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/they-are-politically-lazy-wike-tackles-apc-govs-over-rainbow-coalition-pushback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/they-are-politically-lazy-wike-tackles-apc-govs-over-rainbow-coalition-pushback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promiseland ends Tonto Dikeh’s ambassadorial deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chioma OkoyePromise Land Innovation Limited, owners of the WEALTH App, has terminated its brand ambassadorship agreement with actress Tonto Charity Dikeh with immediate effect.The company announced the termination in a statement signed by its Executive Director, Mrs Gift Emmanuel, and dated September 15, 2026.According to the statement, the decision followed a review of Dikeh&rsquo;s performance under the agreement, which the company said showed that contractual obligations and promotional o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/promiseland-ends-tonto-dikehs-ambassadorial-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/promiseland-ends-tonto-dikehs-ambassadorial-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Niger Delta gets $160bn in 27 years — Aig-Imoukhuede]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Daniel Abia, PORT HARCOURTThe Niger Delta oil-producing states and their local governments have received an estimated $160 billion in federal allocations and other development resources over the past 27 years, without commensurate development outcomes, Chairman of Access Bank Holdings, Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, has said.Aig-Imoukhuede disclosed this on Tuesday while delivering the keynote address at the ongoing 2026 Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit in Port Harcourt.He said the fig]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-delta-gets-160bn-in-27-years-aig-imoukhuede/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-delta-gets-160bn-in-27-years-aig-imoukhuede/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino under fresh pressure as Greek FA, Bierhoff back UEFA]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeFIFA president Gianni Infantino has come under fresh pressure after Greek Football Association president Makis Gagatsis and former Germany national team director Oliver Bierhoff backed UEFA&rsquo;s push for change in FIFA leadership.According to Reuters, Gagatsis said the Greek FA had taken a clear position against Infantino&rsquo;s bid for re-election, while Bierhoff said recent developments had eroded confidence in FIFA&rsquo;s leadership.&ldquo;The Greek FA (EPO) has tak]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/infantino-under-fresh-pressure-as-greek-fa-bierhoff-back-uefa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/infantino-under-fresh-pressure-as-greek-fa-bierhoff-back-uefa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi graduates from PFA Business School]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has added another achievement to his football career after graduating from the PFA Business School with a Postgraduate Diploma in Global Football Sport Directorship with Merit.Awoniyi, who plays for Coventry City, celebrated the achievement on his Instagram page, describing it as &ldquo;another proud moment&rdquo; away from the football pitch.&ldquo;Another proud moment for me off the pitch. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Awoniyi Taiwo (@awoniyi18)<br />
&l]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/super-eagles-striker-taiwo-awoniyi-graduates-from-pfa-business-school/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/super-eagles-striker-taiwo-awoniyi-graduates-from-pfa-business-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I had 18 phones in my bag’ — Dele Momodu recalls near detention at UK airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran Nigerian journalist and publisher of Ovation International, Dele Momodu, has recounted how he was almost detained by security officials at London&rsquo;s Heathrow Airport after 18 phones were found in his bag.Momodu shared the experience in a video that has gone viral on social media, where he explained how the unusual number of phones prompted airport officials to question him about his profession.According to the journalist, the incident happened while he was travelling to South Afric]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-had-18-phones-in-my-bag-dele-momodu-recalls-near-detention-at-uk-airport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-had-18-phones-in-my-bag-dele-momodu-recalls-near-detention-at-uk-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James Rodriguez retires from Colombian national team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombian football star James Rodriguez, one of the best players in the country&rsquo;s history, on Tuesday announced his retirement from the national team after 15 years and three World Cups.&ldquo;I&rsquo;m leaving with serenity because I know I gave absolutely everything,&rdquo; the 35-year-old captain said in a social media video, his eyes welling with tears.Rodriguez powered himself and his country to stardom at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, when Los Cafeteros made the quarter-finals for t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/james-rodriguez-retires-from-colombian-national-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/james-rodriguez-retires-from-colombian-national-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Barau urges defeated APC aspirants to support party]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Jibrin Barau, has appealed to members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who lost in the party&rsquo;s recent primary elections to put aside their disappointment and join the campaign for the party&rsquo;s success in the 2027 general elections.Barau made the appeal on Tuesday in Kano during the inauguration of the Kano North Senatorial District Campaign Council.According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-barau-urges-defeated-apc-aspirants-to-support-party/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-barau-urges-defeated-apc-aspirants-to-support-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KING’S COLLEGE: Old boys deny plot to take over institution]]></title><description><![CDATA[King&rsquo;s College Old Boys Association, KCOBA, has dismissed allegations that it is seeking to take over ownership of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, saying the institution remains a public national school.KCOBA said what would change was the framework through which the institution is managed, maintained, financed, modernised and developed, adding that such a framework would help support and rebuild the institution that has shaped many Nigerians.Chairman of the Board of Trustees for KCOBA, Femi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-old-boys-deny-plot-to-take-over-institution/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-old-boys-deny-plot-to-take-over-institution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote IPO: Small investors to get priority if offer Is oversubscribed]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme AkpanPresident and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has assured retail and small investors that they will receive priority allocation if the ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery is oversubscribed.Dangote, who described the offer as a genuine &ldquo;People&rsquo;s IPO&rdquo;, said it was deliberately structured to broaden ownership of one of Africa&rsquo;s most strategic industrial assets and give millions of Nigerians an oppor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-ipo-small-investors-to-get-priority-if-offer-is-oversubscribed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-ipo-small-investors-to-get-priority-if-offer-is-oversubscribed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Otti targets 7 sectors to attract investments to Abia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has identified seven priority sectors the state is targeting to attract investment, deepen industrialisation and drive economic growth.Otti spoke last week at the &lsquo;Meet the Governor Series&rsquo; of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) in Lagos, themed, &lsquo;&lsquo;Repositioning Abia for Enterprise, Industrialisation and Sustainable Economic Growth.&rsquo;&rsquo;The sectors, he said, are agribusiness and agro-processing, trade and markets, creat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/otti-targets-7-sectors-to-attract-investments-to-abia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/otti-targets-7-sectors-to-attract-investments-to-abia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why VAR allowed Haaland’s goal against Man United – Howard Webb]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeProfessional Game Referees (Pro Ref) chief Howard Webb has explained how VAR&rsquo;s &ldquo;tunnel vision&rdquo; contributed to the controversial decision to award Manchester City striker Erling Haaland&rsquo;s winner against Manchester United in the Manchester derby.Speaking on the first edition of Match Officials Mic&rsquo;d Up this season, Webb said he was &ldquo;really disappointed&rdquo; with the error made by VAR Matt Donohue and his assistant, Blake Antrobus.&ldquo;I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-var-allowed-haalands-goal-against-man-united-howard-webb/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-var-allowed-haalands-goal-against-man-united-howard-webb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full list of visas that can get you to the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[For Nigerians and other foreign nationals planning to travel to the United Kingdom, (UK) there are several visa routes available depending on the purpose of the trip.The UK offers visas for people who want to visit, study, work, join family, start a business or eventually settle in the country. There are also special immigration routes for certain nationalities, occupations and circumstances.The UK Government says the visa a person needs depends on factors including their nationality, reason fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-of-visas-that-can-get-you-to-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-of-visas-that-can-get-you-to-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why we endorsed Tinubu — Kaduna University VC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Vice-Chancellor of Kaduna State University, Professor Abdullahi Musa, has explained that the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term by more than 600 senior academics from public universities across Northern Nigeria followed an assessment of data on his administration&rsquo;s performance.Musa said the academics reviewed information on developments in sectors including education, infrastructure, investment and agriculture before making their recommendation.He spoke on Tr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-we-endorsed-tinubu-kaduna-university-vc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-we-endorsed-tinubu-kaduna-university-vc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gombe parties sign peace accord ahead of elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeFive political parties in Gombe State have signed a peace accord committing themselves to peaceful and orderly conduct during the forthcoming by-election and the 2027 general elections.The accord was signed on Tuesday evening at the headquarters of the Gombe State Police Command during a meeting organised by the command to promote peaceful political activities ahead of the elections.The parties pledged to conduct their campaigns in accordance with the law and refrain from v]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-parties-sign-peace-accord-ahead-of-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-parties-sign-peace-accord-ahead-of-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ilaje community rejects proposed Dangote industrial city, accepts Olokola FTZ]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash; Says we won&rsquo;t be tenants on our landBy Dayo Johnson Akure&nbsp;The Aheri Development Council in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State has explained its decision to accept the Ol&oacute;k&ograve;l&aacute; Free Trade Zone, OKFTZ, while rejecting the proposed Dangote Industrial City in Ilaje-Aheri kingdom.Secretary of the Council, Ayeoba Ige Asemudara, made this known in a statement issued after a meeting convened by the Maporure of Aheriland, Oba Ilesanmi Raphael Ikuemonisan-Mafo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ilaje-community-rejects-proposed-dangote-industrial-city-accepts-olokola-ftz/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ilaje-community-rejects-proposed-dangote-industrial-city-accepts-olokola-ftz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain coach set to sign new deal after World Cup victory – Reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeSpain&rsquo;s World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente is set to sign a new contract that will keep him in charge of the national team until the 2030 World Cup.According to Reuters, De la Fuente has agreed to extend his contract after guiding Spain to back-to-back major international titles.The 65-year-old led La Roja to Euro 2024 before completing a remarkable run by winning the 2026 World Cup in July. His current contract was due to run until 2028.Since taking charge of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/spain-coach-set-to-sign-new-deal-after-world-cup-victory-reports/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/spain-coach-set-to-sign-new-deal-after-world-cup-victory-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi gets new coach as ‘Kily’ Gonzalez takes charge at Inter Miami]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeArgentina forward Lionel Messi is set to have a new coach at Inter Miami after the MLS club officially announced the arrival of Argentine Cristian &ldquo;Kily&rdquo; Gonzalez.According to Reuters, Gonzalez will lead Inter Miami until June 2028 after securing the necessary United States work permit.The club had announced last month that the 52-year-old would take charge once his work documentation was completed.Gonzalez replaces Guillermo Hoyos, who had been overseeing the t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-gets-new-coach-as-kily-gonzalez-takes-charge-at-inter-miami/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-gets-new-coach-as-kily-gonzalez-takes-charge-at-inter-miami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Android phones to consider as alternatives to the iPhone 18 Pro]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Hannah OgunlabiApple&rsquo;s new iPhone 18 Pro has arrived with upgrades aimed at photography enthusiasts, content creators and users looking for a high-end smartphone.The device features a new 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, giving users more control over lighting and depth of field. Apple says the feature, which uses six laser-cut blades, allows the aperture to be adjusted automatically or manually through the Camera app. The phone also introduces new Pro controls for photo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/5-android-phones-to-consider-as-alternatives-to-the-iphone-18-pro/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/5-android-phones-to-consider-as-alternatives-to-the-iphone-18-pro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N30bn went missing in local govt, not Oyo finance ministry — Adekanmbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe 2027 governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, has denied responsibility for allegations surrounding N30 billion said to have gone missing during his time as Commissioner for Finance, Budget and Planning under the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi.Adekanmbi, who served as Commissioner for Finance in the Ajimobi administration, said the allegation should be separated from the Oyo State Ministry of Finance, insisting that the mo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n30bn-went-missing-in-local-govt-not-oyo-finance-ministry-adekanmbi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n30bn-went-missing-in-local-govt-not-oyo-finance-ministry-adekanmbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NGE warns against harassment, intimidation of journalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Guild of Editors, NGE, has raised concerns over the increasing harassment, intimidation and prosecution of journalists by security agencies, warning that such actions could undermine press freedom and legitimate journalistic practice.The Guild also called on the Federal Government and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to ensure a level playing field for all political parties and candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.The concerns were contained in a commu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nge-warns-against-harassment-intimidation-of-journalists/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nge-warns-against-harassment-intimidation-of-journalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fuel crisis: Middle East war driving pain — City Boy Movement]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe City Boy Movement has dismissed calls for the return of petrol subsidy, arguing that the current hardship caused by rising pump prices is being driven largely by global geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran and its impact on crude oil prices.The group, through its National Director of Students Engagement and Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Students Engagement, Comrade Sunday Asefon, urg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-crisis-middle-east-war-driving-pain-city-boy-movement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-crisis-middle-east-war-driving-pain-city-boy-movement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N1.5m ransom recovered as police, Amotekun foil kidnappers in Ondo forest shootout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rescue 2 abducted victims, arrest 3 suspectsBy Dayo Johnson Akure&nbsp;Police detectives in Ondo State have rescued two abducted victims, arrested three suspects and recovered N1.5m ransom proceeds and foodstuffs after a shootout in Isua-Akoko forest.A police source told Vanguard in Akure that acting on credible intelligence, operatives of Isua Division, in collaboration with personnel of the Ondo State Security Network, Amotekun, and Agbe-Koya, embarked on a coordinated rescue and ambush opera]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n15m-ransom-recovered-as-police-amotekun-foil-kidnappers-in-ondo-forest-shootout/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n15m-ransom-recovered-as-police-amotekun-foil-kidnappers-in-ondo-forest-shootout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia payment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Amateur Football Clubs of Cameroon (ACFAC) has called for a probe into the Cameroonian Football Federation and its chief Samuel Eto&rsquo;o over media reports of alleged graft.Eto&rsquo;o has been accused of improperly receiving a payment from the Russian Football Federation in connection with a friendly match between the two countries in October 2023.According to ACFAC the Russian Football Union allegedly violated the terms of its contract with the Cameroonian federation FEC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/etoo-could-face-cameroon-probe-over-alleged-russia-payment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/etoo-could-face-cameroon-probe-over-alleged-russia-payment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Poco Lee: UK court fixes new date after setback]]></title><description><![CDATA[A UK court has adjourned the plea and trial preparation hearing involving Nigerian dancer and entertainer Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, to February 2027.The case came up on Tuesday at Snaresbrook Crown Court, but proceedings could not go ahead because the charge sheet was unavailable.According to BBC News Pidgin, Poco Lee did not appear in court and consequently did not enter a plea.The report stated, &ldquo;In court, Poco Lee did not appear because the charge sheet was not]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/poco-lee-uk-court-fixes-new-date-after-setback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/poco-lee-uk-court-fixes-new-date-after-setback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King’s College: Workers threaten nationwide shutdown of Unity schools, ministry]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe crisis over the proposed concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, escalated on Tuesday as workers at the Federal Ministry of Education headquarters in Abuja threatened to shut down all Federal Unity Colleges across the country if the Federal Government fails to reverse the controversial arrangement.The threat came as the workers&rsquo; protest entered its fourth day, with activities at the ministry remaining paralysed and tensions mounting over what the unions descr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-workers-threaten-nationwide-shutdown-of-unity-schools-ministry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-workers-threaten-nationwide-shutdown-of-unity-schools-ministry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m off the streets -Tems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian Grammy-winning singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has announced that she is officially &ldquo;off the streets&rdquo;, sparking reactions among her fans and wwll wishers.She disclosed this during a Tiktok livestream on Monday, while speaking about her experiences with men and her decision to move away from relationships she considers unproductive.She said: &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t like it when guys waste my time. But for me, never again. I don&rsquo;t have that problem anymor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-off-the-streets-tems/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-off-the-streets-tems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We unleashed the beast’ – the world’s fears and hopes about AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[The threat of catastrophic danger as artificial intelligence develops at high speed has sparked a global debate on how it should be regulated.AFP spoke to people in different countries about their fears and hopes for the AI future, as leading US labs call for a coordinated slowdown of their cutting-edge work on the technology.&ndash; Italy: &lsquo;Privately, it scares me&rsquo; &ndash;Beside ancient buildings in central Rome, 43-year-old architect Frida Awrohum said she tries to use AI tools in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/we-unleashed-the-beast-the-worlds-fears-and-hopes-about-ai/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/we-unleashed-the-beast-the-worlds-fears-and-hopes-about-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria targets 70% of Africa’s gas demand with higher production — NUPRC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rejects uniform pathway to net-zero emissions&ndash;Launches 2026 licensing round next monthBy Obas Esiedesa, BangkokNigeria plans to double or triple its natural gas production to meet up to 70 per cent of Africa&rsquo;s gas demand, leveraging its estimated 215 trillion cubic feet (TCF) reserves to tackle energy poverty across the continent, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has said.The Commission&rsquo;s Chief Executive, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-targets-70-of-africas-gas-demand-with-higher-production-nuprc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-targets-70-of-africas-gas-demand-with-higher-production-nuprc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi Media Office alleges rigging plan by 600 lecturers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; The Peter Obi Media Office has raised concerns over the reported endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by about 600 university lecturers, alleging that the development could undermine confidence in the 2027 presidential election.In a statement signed on Tuesday by the spokesman of the Peter Obi Media Office, POMR, Idris Zekeri, the office described the reported endorsement as an early attempt to build what it called a network of partisan actors ahead of the elect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-media-office-alleges-rigging-plan-by-600-lecturers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-media-office-alleges-rigging-plan-by-600-lecturers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sterling pleads guilty to dangerous driving after Lamborghini crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England footballer Raheem Sterling pleaded guilty on Tuesday to dangerous driving after he crashed his Lamborghini on a motorway in May.The 31-year-old also admitted possession of six nitrous oxide cannisters for wrongful inhalation and failing to provide a specimen for analysis when he appeared at Basingstoke Magistrates&rsquo; Court, about 50 miles southwest of London.Sterling, who attended court wearing a black suit jacket, black trousers, black shoes and a dark top, was arrested afte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sterling-pleads-guilty-to-dangerous-driving-after-lamborghini-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sterling-pleads-guilty-to-dangerous-driving-after-lamborghini-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents block KC old boys over concession]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adesina WahabLAGOS &mdash; Aggrieved parents on Tuesday prevented members of the King&rsquo;s College Old Boys Association from entering the school premises in Lagos amid growing controversy over the Federal Government&rsquo;s decision to concession the institution to the association.The parents, who gathered at the main gate of the college, formed a human barricade and refused to allow the old boys into the premises despite the presence of policemen led by the Lagos State Commissioner of Po]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/parents-block-kc-old-boys-over-concession/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/parents-block-kc-old-boys-over-concession/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catholic Diocese of Warri loses Ughelli parish priest at 60]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Egufe YafugborhiWARRI &mdash; The Catholic Diocese of Warri has announced the death of the Very Rev. Fr. Anthony Mario Ozele, Episcopal Vicar of Ughelli Pastoral Region and Parish Priest of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ughelli.Ozele, who was 60, died in the early hours of Tuesday, September 15, 2026, after an illness, according to a notification issued by the Diocese.The notification, signed by the Diocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Jude Nwabukekei, said the priest died after bearing hi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/catholic-diocese-of-warri-loses-ughelli-parish-priest-at-60/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/catholic-diocese-of-warri-loses-ughelli-parish-priest-at-60/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 countries with the highest use of public transportation]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Hannah OgunlabiPublic transportation plays an important role in helping millions of people move around cities and countries without relying entirely on private cars.From buses and trains to metro systems, trams and other forms of mass transit, public transportation provides an affordable and convenient way for people to travel to work, school, businesses and other destinations.In countries where public transport is widely used, well-developed networks can also help reduce traffic congestion,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/top-10-countries-with-the-highest-use-of-public-transportation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/top-10-countries-with-the-highest-use-of-public-transportation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump slams ‘horrible’ Supreme Court mail-in ballot ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump assailed the Supreme Court on Tuesday after it denied his request to lift an order halting his divisive plan to restrict mail-in voting &mdash; accusing the court of allowing itself to be cowed by Democrats.&ldquo;Certain Justices are petrified of these crazed and depraved Democrats, and are totally unable to show the courage necessary to save our America,&rdquo; he posted on his Truth Social network, calling the decision &ldquo;horrible&rdquo; and &ldquo;highly politi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-slams-horrible-supreme-court-mail-in-ballot-ruling/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-slams-horrible-supreme-court-mail-in-ballot-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC to Nigerians: 2027 election outcome will reflect your will]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting a transparent, credible, inclusive and peaceful 2027 general election, assuring Nigerians that the outcome of the polls will reflect the sovereign will of the electorate.The assurance was given by the Acting Chairman of INEC, Prof. Rhoda Gumus, on Tuesday while receiving the African Union (AU) Pre-Election Needs Assessment Mission on behalf of the Commission at its headquarters]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-to-nigerians-2027-election-outcome-will-reflect-your-will/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-to-nigerians-2027-election-outcome-will-reflect-your-will/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army expansion to 12 divisions will boost security, economy — COAS]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has said the ongoing expansion of the Nigerian Army to 12 divisions will strengthen security, improve response to threats and support economic growth.Shaibu said the establishment of additional formations and units was aimed at broadening the Army&rsquo;s operational footprint, strengthening its presence in vulnerable areas and improving its ability to respond to security challenges.The COAS stated this on Tuesd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/army-expansion-to-12-divisions-will-boost-security-economy-coas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/army-expansion-to-12-divisions-will-boost-security-economy-coas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd teenage prodigy JJ Gabriel asks to leave club – Reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United&rsquo;s 15-year-old prodigy JJ Gabriel has asked to leave the Premier League club, British media reported on Tuesday.The forward has been tipped as a future star and spent time training with Michael Carrick&rsquo;s side before making his first senior appearance off the bench in last month&rsquo;s friendly against Atletico Madrid.He had been expected to make his senior competitive debut in the League Cup third-round match against Brighton at Old Trafford on Wednesday.Gabriel&rs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-utd-teenage-prodigy-jj-gabriel-asks-to-leave-club-reports/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-utd-teenage-prodigy-jj-gabriel-asks-to-leave-club-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mrs Soludo hails Remi Tinubu’s empowerment initiatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Vincent UjumaduWife of the Anambra State Governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has commended Nigeria&rsquo;s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for her consistent empowerment initiatives targeting different segments of society.Mrs Soludo spoke while presenting a &#8358;5 million cash gift from the First Lady to a farmers&rsquo; group in Awka, Anambra State.The money was given to the farmers following a special presentation they made during Mrs Tinubu&rsquo;s official visit to the state last Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mrs-soludo-hails-remi-tinubus-empowerment-initiatives/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mrs-soludo-hails-remi-tinubus-empowerment-initiatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why I opted for Accord Party — Balami]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ndahi Marama, MAIDUGURIThe member representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency of Borno State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Dr. Usman Midala Balami, has explained his decision to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Accord Party ahead of the 2027 general elections.Balami, who is Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Communications, said his decision followed consultations with political leaders, stakeholders, supporters, friends and family.He said his move]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-i-opted-for-accord-party-balami/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-i-opted-for-accord-party-balami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking: Inflation rate falls to 15.39% in August – NBS]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Elizabeth AdegbesanHeadline inflation rate fell by 0.04 percent to 15.39 percent in August from 15.43 percent in July 2026.The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, disclosed this Tuesday in its Consumer Price Index, CPI, report for August 2026.NBS said: &ldquo;In August 2026, the Headline inflation rate stood at 15.39%, down from 15.43% in July 2026 and stood at 23.14% in the same month of the preceding year (August 2025).&ldquo;Looking at the movement, the August 2026 Headline inflation rate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/breaking-inflation-rate-falls-to-1539-in-august-nbs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/breaking-inflation-rate-falls-to-1539-in-august-nbs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Textiles was my biggest business mistake — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Juliet UmehPresident of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has described his investment in the textile industry as the biggest business mistake of his decades in business.Dangote made the disclosure in an interview with Arise Television, where he reflected on some of the challenges he encountered while building his business empire.&ldquo;My biggest business mistake was textiles,&rdquo; he said.According to the industrialist, the textile business eventually collapsed due to inadequate policy prote]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/textiles-was-my-biggest-business-mistake-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/textiles-was-my-biggest-business-mistake-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why petrol remains expensive despite local refining — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash; 30% interest rate killing Nigeria&rsquo;s industrialisation<br />
&mdash; Nigeria may not see another refinery without industry protection<br />
&mdash; Reveals biggest business mistake, 6,920 jobs lostBy Juliet UmehPresident of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has explained why petrol prices remain high in Nigeria despite the commencement of large-scale domestic refining, saying local production does not completely shield the country from prevailing global crude oil prices and market disruptions.Dang]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-petrol-remains-expensive-despite-local-refining-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-petrol-remains-expensive-despite-local-refining-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada remains ‘most important partner’ for US in ‘key areas’ – Prime minister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada will remain a crucial partner for the United States in &ldquo;key areas,&rdquo; Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday as he addressed a meeting of top global investors.Carney told the Canada Investment Summit that the North American neighbors had always maintained close ties, &ldquo;even at times of disagreement.&rdquo;&ldquo;These arrangements work when we engage as true partners that respect each other&rsquo;s traditions and sovereignty,&rdquo; Carney told the small room of financial]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-remains-most-important-partner-for-us-in-key-areas-prime-minister/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-remains-most-important-partner-for-us-in-key-areas-prime-minister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1,106 terrorists killed, 758 collaborators arrested — Abubakar]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ndahi Marama, MAIDUGURIThe immediate past Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has said troops killed more than 1,106 JAS/ISWAP terrorists and arrested 758 suspected logistics collaborators during his 17-month tenure.Abubakar disclosed this on Tuesday during the handing and taking-over ceremony at Maimalari Cantonment, Maiduguri, where he formally handed over command of the theatre to Major General Ibikunle Ajose.He sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/1106-terrorists-killed-758-collaborators-arrested-abubakar/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/1106-terrorists-killed-758-collaborators-arrested-abubakar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: North mobilizes for Tinubu as Shekarau, Badaru, Lalong, others float new group]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Northern Nigeria&rsquo;s political establishment has moved to formalise its support for President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s 2027 re-election bid, unveiling a sweeping mobilisation structure, Arewa for Asiwaju A4A, that draws together former governors, sitting and former senators, ministers and grassroots power-brokers into a single campaign machine spanning all 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory FCT.The development was announced in a statement issued by the gro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-north-mobilizes-for-tinubu-as-shekarau-badaru-lalong-others-float-new-group/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-north-mobilizes-for-tinubu-as-shekarau-badaru-lalong-others-float-new-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[347 displaced as mudslide, flood ravage Cross River — SEMA]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABARTorrential rainfall has displaced no fewer than 347 people in Cross River State after mudslides and flash floods ravaged communities in the state in August, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has said.The Director-General of CR-SEMA, Mr Efa Nyong, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Calabar on Tuesday.Nyong said 167 people were rendered homeless by a mudslide in Calabar, while about 180 others were displaced by heavy rainfall in the Central Sena]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/347-displaced-as-mudslide-flood-ravage-cross-river-sema/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/347-displaced-as-mudslide-flood-ravage-cross-river-sema/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[347 displaced as mudslide, flood ravage Cross River]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABARTorrential rainfall has displaced no fewer than 347 people in Cross River State after mudslides and flash floods ravaged communities in the state in August, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has said.The Director-General of CR-SEMA, Mr Efa Nyong, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Calabar on Tuesday.Nyong said 167 people were rendered homeless by a mudslide in Calabar, while about 180 others were displaced by heavy rainfall in the Central Sena]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/347-displaced-as-mudslide-flood-ravage-cross-river/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/347-displaced-as-mudslide-flood-ravage-cross-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ threat to APC, says Onoh]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dennis AgboFormer South-East spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Denge Josef Onoh, has backed the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) in its reported opposition to an alliance with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike&rsquo;s &ldquo;Rainbow Coalition.&rdquo;Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday in Abuja, described the coalition as a potential threat to the surviv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-threat-to-apc-says-onoh/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-threat-to-apc-says-onoh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ threat to APC – Onoh]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dennis AgboFormer South-East spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Denge Josef Onoh, has backed the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) in its reported opposition to an alliance with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike&rsquo;s &ldquo;Rainbow Coalition.&rdquo;Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday in Abuja, described the coalition as a potential threat to the surviv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-threat-to-apc-onoh/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-threat-to-apc-onoh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m not Makinde’s surrogate, I’ve no godfather’ — APM gov candidate, Adekanmbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, has denied being a political surrogate of Governor Seyi Makinde, insisting that he would take responsibility for every decision he makes if elected governor in 2027.Adekanmbi stated this in a post on his official X handle on Tuesday, hours after he appeared on Arise News&rsquo; Morning Show, where he dismissed suggestions that his candidacy was designed to enable Makinde to retain]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-not-makindes-surrogate-ive-no-godfather-apm-gov-candidate-adekanmbi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-not-makindes-surrogate-ive-no-godfather-apm-gov-candidate-adekanmbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yayi threatens legal action over alleged Ekiti origin claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sen. Solomon Adeola (APC-Ogun West), alias Yayi, has threatened legal action against Hon. Abayomi Hunye and Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello over alleged libellous statements concerning his origin.Adeola, the APC governorship candidate for Ogun, said this in a statement by his Media Adviser, Kayode Odunaro, on Tuesday in Abeokuta.The senator alleged that Hunye, a suspended APC member from Tube, Ipokia Local Government Area, and Marcus-Bello of the PDP, made false statements about him and his fami]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yayi-threatens-legal-action-over-alleged-ekiti-origin-claims/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yayi-threatens-legal-action-over-alleged-ekiti-origin-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unions reject TUC suspension, demand reversal of King’s College concession]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some unions under the auspices of the Joint Workers Council of the Federal Ministry of Education have rejected the suspension of industrial action announced by the Trade Union Congress (TUC).The unions also demanded that the concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, must be reversed.The Chairman of the Joint Council, Mr Abraham Onuche, stated this while addressing journalists during a protest by the unions at the ministry&rsquo;s headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday.Onuche said the workers remained]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unions-reject-tuc-suspension-demand-reversal-of-kings-college-concession/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unions-reject-tuc-suspension-demand-reversal-of-kings-college-concession/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Supreme Court blocks Trump’s stricter mail voting rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an attempt by President Donald Trump&rsquo;s administration to revive stricter rules governing mail-in voting ahead of the November midterm elections.The court earlier on Monday declined to suspend a lower court order blocking implementation of the new rules.In a brief explanation, the Supreme Court said the government was &ldquo;unlikely to succeed&rdquo; in its challenge to the lower court&rsquo;s preliminary injunction.The administration had asked the Supr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-supreme-court-blocks-trumps-stricter-mail-voting-rules/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-supreme-court-blocks-trumps-stricter-mail-voting-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cartoon: ‘Blink, and petrol become N2,000 per litre’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vanguard News<br />
The post Cartoon: &lsquo;Blink, and petrol become N2,000 per litre&rsquo; appeared first on Vanguard News.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-blink-and-petrol-become-n2000-per-litre/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-blink-and-petrol-become-n2000-per-litre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Countries Nigerians can get visa on arrival in 2026 [Full list]]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian passport holders can travel to several countries without obtaining a traditional visa from an embassy before departure, with some destinations offering visa-on-arrival (VoA) facilities.Visa on arrival means eligible travellers can obtain their visa at an approved airport, border crossing or other port of entry instead of securing one from a diplomatic mission before travelling.However, visa-on-arrival rules vary by country. Some destinations require travellers to complete an online<br />
pre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/countries-nigerians-can-get-visa-on-arrival-in-2026-full-list/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/countries-nigerians-can-get-visa-on-arrival-in-2026-full-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No talks with U.S. until conditions are met – Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[A top Iranian security official on Tuesday said that Iran would not negotiate with the United States until its conditions were met.Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran&rsquo;s Supreme National Security Council, made the remarks in a post on X in response to U.S. President Donald Trump&rsquo;s comments on Monday.Trump said Tehran wanted to reach a deal &ldquo;quickly and badly&rdquo; and that Washington could resume negotiations with Iran.&ldquo;The failing Nation of Iran wants to make a deal, quick]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-talks-with-us-until-conditions-are-met-iran/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-talks-with-us-until-conditions-are-met-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I don’t have plans to get married – Tyler Perry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hollywood filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry has revealed that he has no plans to get married, saying the financial and emotional consequences of divorce have influenced his decision.The 57-year-old entertainment mogul, who has never been married, made the disclosure during a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show.<br />
Perry said his decision was not because he does not believe in love, but because he wants to protect what he has built over the years.According to Perry, he has watched people ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-dont-have-plans-to-get-married-tyler-perry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-dont-have-plans-to-get-married-tyler-perry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police warn against violence, hate speech ahead of 2027 polls]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 4, Makurdi, Morris Dankombo, has warned political actors against violence, misinformation and inflammatory statements ahead of the 2027 general elections.Dankombo gave the warning on Tuesday in Lafia during a stakeholders&rsquo; engagement with the Nasarawa State Police Command and other critical stakeholders as part of his familiarisation tour of the state.He urged political party leaders and their supporters to conduct their ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-warn-against-violence-hate-speech-ahead-of-2027-polls/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-warn-against-violence-hate-speech-ahead-of-2027-polls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police rescue 2 kidnap victims, arrest 3 suspects in Ondo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Ondo State says it has rescued two kidnapped victims and arrested three suspects at Isua-Akoko in Akoko South-East Local Government Area of the state.DSP Abayomi Jimoh, command&rsquo;s Spokesperson, who made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Akure, said the command also recovered N1.5 million, which was suspected to be payment of ransom.According to Jimoh, the breakthrough was recorded on Sept. 11 following credible intelligence that a group of suspected kidnappers a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-rescue-2-kidnap-victims-arrest-3-suspects-in-ondo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-rescue-2-kidnap-victims-arrest-3-suspects-in-ondo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDLEA dismantles industrial-scale meth lab in Oyo, nabs fleeing Mexican]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said on Tuesday that its operatives have dismantled yet another industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory and arrested a Mexican drug kingpin who was attempting to flee the country through the Lagos airport.The agency said the breakthrough was recorded in a fresh operation that further exposes the desperation by transnational cartels to infiltrate Nigeria&rsquo;s forests and rural communities.The Chairman/Chief Executive Offi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ndlea-dismantles-industrial-scale-meth-lab-in-oyo-nabs-fleeing-mexican/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ndlea-dismantles-industrial-scale-meth-lab-in-oyo-nabs-fleeing-mexican/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full List: ‘Widow’s Bay’ leads 2026 Emmy winners with record 14 awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega Adeleye&lsquo;Widow&rsquo;s Bay&rsquo; dominated the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, setting a new record with 14 awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series, as the 2026 ceremony produced a night of historic wins and broke the previous comedy single-season record of 13 set by &lsquo;The Studio&rsquo;.The series emerged as the biggest winner of the night, setting a new single-season record for wins by a comedy series at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards with 14 total victories while &lsq]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-widows-bay-leads-2026-emmy-winners-with-record-14-awards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-widows-bay-leads-2026-emmy-winners-with-record-14-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barca’s Flick says supporting ‘self-confident’ Yamal Ballon d’Or bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Tuesday he will support teenage winger Lamine Yamal&rsquo;s bid to win the Ballon d&rsquo;Or, noting the player&rsquo;s &ldquo;self-confidence&rdquo; on and off the pitch.The 19-year-old forward, who won the World Cup with Spain and La Liga with Barca last season, said Sunday he believes he deserves the individual accolade.Yamal claimed in an interview with Movistar that he and Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe were the two best players in the world and that his]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/barcas-flick-says-supporting-self-confident-yamal-ballon-dor-bid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/barcas-flick-says-supporting-self-confident-yamal-ballon-dor-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike to Uzodimma: Rainbow coalition not responsible for your abysmal support for Tinubu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiFederal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has queried why the Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors&rsquo; Forum (PGF), Hope Uzodimma, was unable to garner massive support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election, saying modern politics is no longer about coming from fourth position to emerge governor.He insisted that his own task ahead of 2027 is to mobilise support for President Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election, not to intervene in local poli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wike-to-uzodimma-rainbow-coalition-not-responsible-for-your-abysmal-support-for-tinubu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wike-to-uzodimma-rainbow-coalition-not-responsible-for-your-abysmal-support-for-tinubu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owie carpets Tinubu over concession of Kings College]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY &ndash; FORMER Chief Whip of the Senate, Sir Rowland Owie on Tuesday carpeted President Bola Tinubu over the concession of Kings College Lagos to the old boys association of the school, a decision that has resulted into a national strike by staff of unity schools across the country.They are contending that such fate would befall all other unity schools in the country if that of Kings College succeeded as they argue that it was a surreptitious way of privatising the sc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/owie-carpets-tinubu-over-concession-of-kings-college/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/owie-carpets-tinubu-over-concession-of-kings-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribunal slams SDP over lack of diligent prosecution of case against Oyebanji]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Rotimi OjomoyelaEkiti State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has slammed the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and 1st petitioner over unnecessary delay in presentation of witnesses for speedy trial of the petition.The Chairman of the three-man tribunal, Justice Abubakar Kutigi, expressed disappointment and anger over the way the petitioner&rsquo;s counsel, Ebenezer Akingbule, who stood in for the lead counsel, Adebayo Adewole, was foot-dragging and adopting delay tactic in the presentati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tribunal-slams-sdp-over-lack-of-diligent-prosecution-of-case-against-oyebanji/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tribunal-slams-sdp-over-lack-of-diligent-prosecution-of-case-against-oyebanji/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some people sponsor terrorism to blackmail Tinubu as they did to Jonathan — Bishop Kawas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The President-General of the Charismatic Bishops&rsquo; Conference of Nigeria, Archbishop Leonard Bature Kawas, has alleged that some individuals are sponsoring banditry, kidnapping and terrorism in the country in an attempt to discredit President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s administration.Kawas made the allegation while defending the recent endorsement of Tinubu for a second term during an interview on Channels Television&rsquo;s Morning Brief on Tuesday.The cleric said the endorsement was not financi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/some-people-sponsor-terrorism-to-blackmail-tinubu-as-they-did-to-jonathan-bishop-kawas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/some-people-sponsor-terrorism-to-blackmail-tinubu-as-they-did-to-jonathan-bishop-kawas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Why?’ — Richarlison reacts with crying emoji after Spurs snub]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeTottenham forward Richarlison has reacted angrily to being left out of the squad for Tuesday&rsquo;s Carabao Cup clash with Liverpool, posting a &ldquo;Why?&rdquo; message alongside a crying emoji on social media.According to the BBC, the Brazil international shared a screenshot of a post about his omission before adding the brief message, amid growing uncertainty over his future at the north London club.Richarlison&rsquo;s latest reaction comes days after a proposed return]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-richarlison-reacts-with-crying-emoji-after-spurs-snub/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-richarlison-reacts-with-crying-emoji-after-spurs-snub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As Ballon d’Or vote nears, stars campaign for the award]]></title><description><![CDATA[With less than two weeks to go before Ballon d&rsquo;Or voting closes, many leading candidates are campaigning hard to be awarded football&rsquo;s top individual honour.This self-promotion is a relatively recent development in a team sport where, until a few years ago, the top individual prize went largely unnoticed until it was time to present it.But now, the Ballon d&rsquo;Or dominates the football conversation during the months when the new European season is still finding its feet.The trophy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/as-ballon-dor-vote-nears-stars-campaign-for-the-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/as-ballon-dor-vote-nears-stars-campaign-for-the-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I am the hoax buster’ – Trump rejects AI danger warnings]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump on Monday dismissed fears that artificial intelligence could wipe out humanity, repeatedly calling them a hoax and rejecting global calls to put guardrails around the fast-moving technology.&ldquo;I am the Hoax Buster, and I&rsquo;m right now breaking another Hoax &mdash; That AI is going to take over, consume, and destroy the World, and that Robots will be marching into our Cities, and getting rid of us all!&rdquo; he said on his Truth Social network.Trump compared th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-am-the-hoax-buster-trump-rejects-ai-danger-warnings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-am-the-hoax-buster-trump-rejects-ai-danger-warnings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed men kill two, injure 2 in Imo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chidi NkwoparaTwo young men were reportedly killed, while others sustained varying gunshot wounds, when unidentified gunmen attacked them near the Secondary Technical School, Irete, Owerri West Local Council Area of Imo State.Vanguard gathered that the incident, which occurred last Monday, has sent palpable shockwaves among residents of Irete and the surrounding communities of Umuguma, Okuku, Ndegwu and Amakohia-Ubi, where armed Fulani herdsmen have been terrorising for a long while.A villag]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/armed-men-kill-two-injure-2-in-imo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/armed-men-kill-two-injure-2-in-imo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Court adjourns NDC primary dispute to Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olayinka AjayiThe Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has adjourned to Wednesday, September 16, 2026 a suit challenging the nomination of candidates by the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, for the 2027 elections.Justice D.E. Osiagor of the Federal High Court, Lagos Judicial Division, adjourned the matter after counsel to the plaintiffs, Monday Mawah, sought to join the party&rsquo;s nominee, Funsho Dorothy, and amend the pending suit.The NDC counsel, D.D. Duru, opposed the application, with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-court-adjourns-ndc-primary-dispute-to-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-court-adjourns-ndc-primary-dispute-to-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar, Coutinho reunite at Santos for first time at club level]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeBrazil stars Neymar and Philippe Coutinho will finally play together at club level after Santos signed the former Liverpool and Barcelona midfielder for the rest of the season.Coutinho, 34, joined Santos on a free transfer after leaving boyhood club Vasco da Gama in February, reuniting with Neymar, his close friend and former Brazil team-mate.According to Reuters, the move marks the first time the pair will play together at club level, despite their long-standing friendship]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/neymar-coutinho-reunite-at-santos-for-first-time-at-club-level/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/neymar-coutinho-reunite-at-santos-for-first-time-at-club-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran: No talks with US until conditions are met]]></title><description><![CDATA[A top Iranian security official on Tuesday said that Iran would not negotiate with the United States until its conditions were met.Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran&rsquo;s Supreme National Security Council, made the remarks in a post on X in response to U.S. President Donald Trump&rsquo;s comments on Monday.Trump said Tehran wanted to reach a deal &ldquo;quickly and badly&rdquo; and that Washington could resume negotiations with Iran.&ldquo;The failing Nation of Iran wants to make a deal, quick]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-no-talks-with-us-until-conditions-are-met/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-no-talks-with-us-until-conditions-are-met/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Atiku will win 19 states in North, 3 in Southwest — Kenneth Okonkwo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar presidential campaign has projected that former Vice President will win all 19 states in the northern region and three states in the Southwest in the 2027 presidential election.Okonkwo made the projection during an interview on AIT&rsquo;s Democracy Today on Monday while assessing the chances of the major contenders ahead of the election.According to him, the African Democratic Congress, ADC, on whose platform Atiku is expected to contest, ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-atiku-will-win-19-states-in-north-3-in-southwest-kenneth-okonkwo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-atiku-will-win-19-states-in-north-3-in-southwest-kenneth-okonkwo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full List: Stadiums that will host UEFA finals from 2027 to 2029]]></title><description><![CDATA[UEFA has confirmed the stadiums that will host some of the biggest European football finals between 2027 and 2029.The selected venues span several major football cities across Europe, including Munich, Barcelona, Lyon, Cardiff, Bucharest, Belgrade, Turin, Budapest and Amsterdam.The fixtures cover the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Women&rsquo;s Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League and UEFA Super Cup.Here is the full list of stadiums that will host UEFA finals between 2027 a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-stadiums-that-will-host-uefa-finals-from-2027-to-2029/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-stadiums-that-will-host-uefa-finals-from-2027-to-2029/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships as Africa’s first]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, beating off competition from London, Munich and Rome to become the first African hosts, World Athletics announced Tuesday.The 2031 championships will be held in Munich, track and field&rsquo;s governing body said after a council meeting in Budapest, host to the recently concluded Ultimate Championship.&ldquo;We were fortunate to have four outstanding bids for 2029 and 2031, and this was not an easy decision for the Council,&rdquo; World]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kenya-to-host-2029-world-athletics-championships-as-africas-first/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kenya-to-host-2029-world-athletics-championships-as-africas-first/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi: I have no objection to the release of my academic records.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Peter Obi has said he has no objection to the release of his academic records amid reports of a legal action seeking certified true copies of his certificates and other educational documents.Obi stated this in a statement posted on X on Tuesday, saying he had given consent for the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, to make available his academic records and other official documents relating to his admission and studies, subject to appl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-i-have-no-objection-to-the-release-of-my-academic-records/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-i-have-no-objection-to-the-release-of-my-academic-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I have no objection’ – Obi urges UNN to release his academic records]]></title><description><![CDATA[Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Peter Obi has said he has no objection to the release of his academic records amid reports of a legal action seeking certified true copies of his certificates and other educational documents.Obi stated this in a statement posted on X on Tuesday, saying he had given consent for the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, to make available his academic records and other official documents relating to his admission and studies, subject to appl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-have-no-objection-obi-urges-unn-to-release-his-academic-records/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-have-no-objection-obi-urges-unn-to-release-his-academic-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Harry, Meghan switch children’s school over security concerns – UK media]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prince Harry and his wife Meghan changed their children&rsquo;s school for security reasons, just days after the start of the school year in England where the pair recently resettled, British media outlets reported Monday.The couple left Britain and quit royal duties in 2020 during a royal family feud and Harry subsequently waged a years-long, ultimately unsuccessful, legal battle to retain UK taxpayer-funded security while living in California.Now back with their seven-year-old son, Prince Arc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/prince-harry-meghan-switch-childrens-school-over-security-concerns-uk-media/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/prince-harry-meghan-switch-childrens-school-over-security-concerns-uk-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China imposes travel restrictions to protect ‘national security’]]></title><description><![CDATA[China imposed sweeping travel restrictions on its citizens on Tuesday, including exit bans on those deemed to endanger the country&rsquo;s &ldquo;industrial or technological security&rdquo;.Citizens who violate technology import and export regulations could be banned from leaving China, the State Council said.Those who engage in illegal activities abroad could be &ldquo;prohibited from leaving the country for a period of six months to three years from the date of their return to China&rdquo;.Ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-imposes-travel-restrictions-to-protect-national-security/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-imposes-travel-restrictions-to-protect-national-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abia debunks N50,000 akara tax claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Steve OkoAbia State Government has debunked reports that akara sellers and other petty traders in the state are being compelled to pay N50,000 as tax, describing the claim as misinformation.The government also said it had approved the designation of some historical and natural sites as State Monuments and State Natural Monuments, while declaring Aba a Creative and Innovative City.Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists on the outcom]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abia-debunks-n50000-akara-tax-claim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abia-debunks-n50000-akara-tax-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol at N1,350 cheaper in Nigeria than neighbouring countries — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Safiu VictoriaPresident of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has said petrol selling at N1,350 in Nigeria is still cheaper than the product in neighbouring countries, a price difference he said is encouraging cross-border smuggling.Dangote said petrol in neighbouring countries is between 30 and 50 per cent more expensive than in Nigeria, creating a strong incentive for traders to move the product across the borders for higher returns.He made this known during an interview aired on Arise TV on Tu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/petrol-at-n1350-cheaper-in-nigeria-than-neighbouring-countries-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/petrol-at-n1350-cheaper-in-nigeria-than-neighbouring-countries-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran rejects any talks with US after Trump remarks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s security chief on Tuesday rejected any talks with the United States after President Donald Trump said he was open to resuming discussions on the Middle East war.&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t get distracted by the U.S. president&rsquo;s mixed signals &mdash; from &lsquo;no negotiations&rsquo; to &lsquo;we&rsquo;re ready to talk&rsquo;,&rdquo; the secretary of Iran&rsquo;s Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, posted on X.&ldquo;The stakes around oil and the straits have changed. Da]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-rejects-any-talks-with-us-after-trump-remarks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-rejects-any-talks-with-us-after-trump-remarks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Having a son isn’t my priority; my daughters have done better’ – Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said having a son is not currently a priority for him, stressing that he is satisfied with the achievements of his three daughters.Dangote, 69, made the disclosure in an interview aired by Arise News on Tuesday, when he was asked whether he still desired a male heir to carry on the family name.&ldquo;That is not my priority because God controls everything. You can pray for God to give you a son, but he might be the one to take down the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/having-a-son-isnt-my-priority-my-daughters-have-done-better-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/having-a-son-isnt-my-priority-my-daughters-have-done-better-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia vows to respond ‘firmly’ to Houthi attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia vowed Tuesday to respond &ldquo;firmly&rdquo; to attacks by Yemen&rsquo;s Houthis, after the Iran-backed fighters wounded 13 people in the kingdom in an assault using ballistic missiles and drones.The Houthis have been engaged in renewed fighting with Saudi-backed government forces since Yemen&rsquo;s civil war reignited in July, when the group declared a maritime blockade on Riyadh and began targeting its ships in the Red Sea.They seized control of Yemen&rsquo;s Red Sea coast and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-arabia-vows-to-respond-firmly-to-houthi-attacks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-arabia-vows-to-respond-firmly-to-houthi-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian newspapers review: Our N2.2trn IPO’ll democratise wealth creation – Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, saying the Initial Public Offering of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE would democratise wealth creation by giving Nigerians and investors globally an opportunity to own shares in one of Africa&rsquo;s major industrial projects.Another headline features former President Olusegun Obasanjo saying South Af]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-our-n22trn-ipoll-democratise-wealth-creation-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-our-n22trn-ipoll-democratise-wealth-creation-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police rescue two abducted victims, neutralise three suspected kidnappers in Niger]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Command in Niger State has rescued two abducted victims and neutralised three suspected kidnappers in New-Bussa.This is contained in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, on Tuesday in Minna.According to him, on Sept. 10, at about 7.30pm, a report was received at New-Bussa Area Command from Wako village that suspected armed men abducted two persons from the village, and the hoodlums were demanding ransom.He said that based on the report, the surveillance team]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-rescue-two-abducted-victims-neutralise-three-suspected-kidnappers-in-niger/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-rescue-two-abducted-victims-neutralise-three-suspected-kidnappers-in-niger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gombe PDP politicising diphtheria outbreak — APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeGOMBE &mdash; The All Progressives Congress (APC), Gombe State chapter, has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of politicising the diphtheria outbreak in the state, describing the opposition party&rsquo;s position on the health emergency as &ldquo;dangerous ignorance and insensitivity.&rdquo;The APC, in a statement issued on Monday by its State Publicity Secretary, Murtala Usman Wuro Tale, said the PDP&rsquo;s comments were inappropriate at a time when health author]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-pdp-politicising-diphtheria-outbreak-apc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-pdp-politicising-diphtheria-outbreak-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NARD backs LASUTH strike, demands urgent Sanwo-Olu intervention]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chioma Obinna<br />
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared its support for the indefinite strike by resident doctors at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), urging the Lagos State Government to urgently address their welfare concerns and prevent further disruption to healthcare services.<br />
In a press statement signed by its President, Dr. Mohammad Usman Suleiman, and Secretary-General, Dr. Shuabu Ibrahim, NARD said it stood &ldquo;in full solidarity&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nard-backs-lasuth-strike-demands-urgent-sanwo-olu-intervention/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nard-backs-lasuth-strike-demands-urgent-sanwo-olu-intervention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oil communities demand share of Anambra’s oil wealth]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chimaobi NwaiwuNNEWI &mdash; Oil-producing communities in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State have decried years of alleged neglect and lack of basic infrastructure, demanding that the state government and Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) fulfil their obligations to the host communities.The communities, particularly Ogwuaniocha and Ogwuikpele, also called on Governor Chukwuma Soludo to immediately make the Anambra State Oil and Gas Producing A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oil-communities-demand-share-of-anambras-oil-wealth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oil-communities-demand-share-of-anambras-oil-wealth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sokoto govt shuts mosque, orders probe into attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO &mdash; The Sokoto State Government has ordered the immediate closure of Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa Jumu&rsquo;at Mosque in the Mabera area of Sokoto metropolis following an alleged attack on the cleric shortly after Friday prayers.The government also ordered a full-scale investigation into the attack and the subsequent killing of the suspected assailant, warning that no individual or group should take the law into its own hands under any religious pretext.The dir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-govt-shuts-mosque-orders-probe-into-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sokoto-govt-shuts-mosque-orders-probe-into-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unity Fountain robbery: Police arrest 70 suspects in Maitama]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA &mdash; The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command has arrested 70 suspected hoodlums following a raid on identified criminal black spots around Unity Fountain and its environs in Maitama, Abuja.The operation followed the circulation of a viral video showing the alleged robbery of a victim around the Unity Fountain area.The FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said 30 of the suspects arrested were released after preliminary screening, while 40]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unity-fountain-robbery-police-arrest-70-suspects-in-maitama/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unity-fountain-robbery-police-arrest-70-suspects-in-maitama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US judge postpones new visa rules for foreign students, journalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[A US federal judge on Monday postponed implementation of a Trump administration policy that would impose stricter limits on how long foreign students and journalists can study or work in the United States.The preliminary injunction from District Judge Dennis Saylor came one day before the new visa rules from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) were scheduled to take effect.Under the proposed new rules, foreigners on student visas would be admitted for a maximum of up to four years after w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-judge-postpones-new-visa-rules-for-foreign-students-journalists/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-judge-postpones-new-visa-rules-for-foreign-students-journalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi: I paid all debts due before leaving office]]></title><description><![CDATA[AWKA &mdash; The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has rejected claims that his administration left outstanding debts for the Anambra State Government to repay, saying he settled all obligations due before handing over power in 2014.Obi made the clarification in a video from the Voice of Ndi Anambra Podcast circulated on Monday, while responding to a claim by the state government that deductions from its monthly federal allocation were still being made to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-i-paid-all-debts-due-before-leaving-office/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-i-paid-all-debts-due-before-leaving-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The US Defense Department&rsquo;s inspector general revealed Monday that the United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its costly war in Iran.In a first-of-its-kind mandatory report to Congress, the inspector said that between February 28 and June 30, Operation Epic Fury (OEF) had an estimated cost of $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion of that spent on expended munitions alone.The report noted &ldquo;the munitions expenditure on OEF has resulted in strategic inventory shor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-military-says-iran-war-has-led-to-munitions-shortfall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-military-says-iran-war-has-led-to-munitions-shortfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote’s wealth surges 63% to $51.3bn after refinery IPO]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS &mdash; Africa&rsquo;s richest man and President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has seen his net worth surge by $19.9 billion to $51.3 billion following the commencement of the initial public offering, IPO, of Dangote Refinery.According to Forbes&rsquo; Real-Time Billionaires List, Dangote&rsquo;s fortune rose 63.37 per cent from $31.4 billion on Sunday to $51.3 billion on Monday.The increase lifted Dangote 40 places on Forbes&rsquo; global billionaires&rsquo; ranking, from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangotes-wealth-surges-63-to-513bn-after-refinery-ipo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangotes-wealth-surges-63-to-513bn-after-refinery-ipo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dalung: Tinubu win in 2027 will be Nigerians’ verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABUJA &mdash; Former Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung, has said he would accept President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s victory in the 2027 presidential election as the verdict of Nigerians, rather than blame the opposition coalition for failing to unite.Dalung stated this on Channels Television&rsquo;s Politics Today on Monday, against the backdrop of ongoing efforts by opposition parties to forge a coalition ahead of the 2027 election.The former minister said the sovereignty to determine who governs t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dalung-tinubu-win-in-2027-will-be-nigerians-verdict/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dalung-tinubu-win-in-2027-will-be-nigerians-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Tinubu backed Buhari, North must reciprocate’ — Yari]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS &mdash; Director-General of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has urged Nigerians in the North to support President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election in 2027, saying the president stood by former President Muhammadu Buhari when it was the North&rsquo;s turn to lead.Yari made the call on Monday when he led members of the PCC to the palace of the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, in Lagos.The former Zamfara governor said Tinubu had]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-backed-buhari-north-must-reciprocate-yari/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-backed-buhari-north-must-reciprocate-yari/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Peter Obi will come third, Atiku second — Afegbua]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edo State Commissioner for Information, Kassim Afegbua, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election, with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar coming second and Peter Obi placing third.Afegbua made the prediction while analysing the chances of major opposition presidential contenders during an interview on the Naija Unfiltered Podcast.According to him, the 2027 presidential contest is essentially a three-horse race involving Tinubu, Atiku and Obi, while dism]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-peter-obi-will-come-third-atiku-second-afegbua/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-peter-obi-will-come-third-atiku-second-afegbua/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Domestic airlines delayed over 4,000 flights, cancel 36 others in August]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has disclosed that domestic airlines delayed 4,765 flights and cancelled 36 others in August 2026, with Air Peace and United Nigeria Airlines recording the highest disruptions.<br />
The regulator made this known on Sunday in a post on its official X handle, while releasing its summary of domestic airline flight operations for the month.<br />
According to the NCAA, 15 carriers operated 7,961 flights during the period, with 59.9 per cent of their operations affec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/domestic-airlines-delayed-over-4000-flights-cancel-36-others-in-august/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/domestic-airlines-delayed-over-4000-flights-cancel-36-others-in-august/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: ‘No parallel structures’, APC Govs warn, as Wike’s Rainbow Coalition rattles party]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: State governors elected under the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC have warned against the creation of parallel political structures capable of undermining President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s re-election bid in 2027, in a position widely seen as a direct response to the Rainbow Coalition championed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike.Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum and Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, who Wi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-no-parallel-structures-apc-govs-warn-as-wikes-rainbow-coalition-rattles-party/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-no-parallel-structures-apc-govs-warn-as-wikes-rainbow-coalition-rattles-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[vaBuilding a Safer, Smarter Market: Global Lessons for Nigeria’s Gambling Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s gambling industry has significant growth potential. A large, digitally connected population, widespread interest in sports, and increasing use of mobile payments have created a strong foundation for online betting and gaming services.However, expansion also brings challenges. Operators, regulators, payment providers, and consumer groups must work together to improve safety, transparency, and public confidence. By examining approaches used in other regulated markets, Nigeria can]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/vabuilding-a-safer-smarter-market-global-lessons-for-nigerias-gambling-industry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/vabuilding-a-safer-smarter-market-global-lessons-for-nigerias-gambling-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LASUTH doctors begin indefinite strike over unpaid allowances]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip; Demand 25 months&rsquo; professional allowance arrears, others<br />
By Chioma ObinnaResident doctors at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, have declared an indefinite strike over unpaid specialist allowance, salary and advancement arrears, as well as 25 months&rsquo; arrears of the revised Professional Allowance Table, PAT.<br />
The industrial action, declared by the Association of Resident Doctors, LASUTH, ARD, is scheduled to commence from 8am on Friday, September 11, 2026,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lasuth-doctors-begin-indefinite-strike-over-unpaid-allowances/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lasuth-doctors-begin-indefinite-strike-over-unpaid-allowances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building a Safer, Smarter Market: Global Lessons for Nigeria’s Gambling Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s gambling industry has significant growth potential. A large, digitally connected population, widespread interest in sports, and increasing use of mobile payments have created a strong foundation for online betting and gaming services.However, expansion also brings challenges. Operators, regulators, payment providers, and consumer groups must work together to improve safety, transparency, and public confidence. By examining approaches used in other regulated markets, Nigeria can]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/building-a-safer-smarter-market-global-lessons-for-nigerias-gambling-industry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/building-a-safer-smarter-market-global-lessons-for-nigerias-gambling-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG signs ₦729bn bond agreement with GenCos]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Folarin Kehinde, AbujaABUJA &mdash; The Federal Government has signed a &#8358;728.979 billion Series 2 bond under its &#8358;4 trillion Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme to settle verified legacy debts owed to electricity generation companies and improve liquidity in Nigeria&rsquo;s power sector.The transaction comprises &#8358;402 billion in cash bonds raised from the domestic capital market and &#8358;326.979 billion in non-cash bonds allotted to participating generation companies.Spe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-signs-729bn-bond-agreement-with-gencos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-signs-729bn-bond-agreement-with-gencos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU gives final strike notice to Taraba govt]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Femi BolajiJALINGO &mdash; The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Taraba State University, TSU, Jalingo Branch, has issued a final 14-day ultimatum to the Taraba State Government to implement outstanding provisions of the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU Agreement or face industrial action.The union warned that it would explore all lawful measures to protect the welfare and interests of its members if the state government fails to address the outstanding issues by September 28, 2026.In]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-gives-final-strike-notice-to-taraba-govt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-gives-final-strike-notice-to-taraba-govt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police, military alert over planned attacks on schools, NYSC camps]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA &mdash; The Nigerian Police Force and other security agencies have heightened security nationwide following intelligence indicating plans by suspected terrorists and other non-state actors to attack schools, places of worship, NYSC orientation camps and recreation centres during the ember months.The intelligence prompted the Department of Operations at the Force Headquarters to circulate a security alert to police formations, zonal and state commands, as well as tactica]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-military-alert-over-planned-attacks-on-schools-nysc-camps/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-military-alert-over-planned-attacks-on-schools-nysc-camps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBN bags NES Award for economic reforms]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Babajide KomolafeThe Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has received the Nigerian Economic Society&rsquo;s (NES) Distinguished Organisation Award in recognition of its institutional reforms and contributions to Nigeria&rsquo;s macroeconomic stability and economic development.The award was presented at the 67th Annual Conference of the NES, held in Abuja from September 7 to 10, 2026.Director of the Monetary Policy Department at the CBN, Dr. Victor Oboh, received the award on behalf of the Governor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cbn-bags-nes-award-for-economic-reforms/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cbn-bags-nes-award-for-economic-reforms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote IPO: Vetiva emerges lead adviser]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter EgwuatuVetiva Advisory Services Limited has emerged as Lead Adviser to the proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP), amidst several other parties to the landmark offer.The IPO, which opened yesterday is for 4.1 billion ordinary shares at N525 per share, with the company expected to raise approximately N2.15 trillion if the offer is fully subscribed.As Lead Adviser, Vetiva is coordinating the advisory and transaction process, wor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-ipo-vetiva-emerges-lead-adviser/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-ipo-vetiva-emerges-lead-adviser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos ports handle 84.6% of Nigeria’s N41.4trn trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Efe OnodjaeLagos ports handled an estimated N35.07 trillion, or about 84.6 per cent, of Nigeria&rsquo;s N41.44 trillion total merchandise trade in the second quarter of 2026, Q2&rsquo;26, underscoring the overwhelming dominance of the nation&rsquo;s commercial capital as the country&rsquo;s principal trade gateway.The latest Foreign Trade in Goods Statistics released by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, showed that Nigeria&rsquo;s total merchandise trade comprised N27.02 trillion expor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-ports-handle-846-of-nigerias-n414trn-trade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-ports-handle-846-of-nigerias-n414trn-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIMASA targets November for E-Ship registration]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;As first applicant awaits ministerial approval for CVFFBy Godwin OritseThe Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has concluded plans to automate vessel registration in Nigeria, a move aimed at streamlining the process and easing the challenges faced by shipowners. Meanwhile, the first applicant for the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) is now awaiting ministerial approval.&nbsp;Speaking to newsmen at the ongoing Lagos International Maritime Wee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nimasa-targets-november-for-e-ship-registration/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nimasa-targets-november-for-e-ship-registration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: I’m still in APC but I’ll support party my people want — Na’Allah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Deputy Senate Majority Leader, Senator Bala Na&rsquo;Allah, has said he remains a member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, but will support whichever political party his constituents choose ahead of the 2027 general elections.Na&rsquo;Allah made the disclosure during an interview on Arise TV&rsquo;s Prime Time on Monday.The former senator, who withdrew from the APC senatorial primary ahead of the exercisein May after alleging that the outcome had been predetermined, was asked whethe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-im-still-in-apc-but-ill-support-party-my-people-want-naallah/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-im-still-in-apc-but-ill-support-party-my-people-want-naallah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CSJ charges FG to release 2026 capital budget funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;accuses NASS of oversight failureBy Emma UjahThe Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) has urged the Federal Government (FG) to immediately commence the implementation of the 2026 Capital Budget, warning that continued delays violate the provisions of the Constitution, the Fiscal Responsibility Act and the Appropriation Act.The demand was contained in an open letter by the Lead Director of CSJ, Eze Onyekpere, addressed to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/csj-charges-fg-to-release-2026-capital-budget-funds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/csj-charges-fg-to-release-2026-capital-budget-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG signs N729bn Series-2 bond agreement with GenCos]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Folarin Kehinde, AbujaThe Federal Government (FG) has signed the N728.979 billion Series-2 bond under its N4 trillion Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, in a fresh move to settle verified legacy debts owed to electricity generation companies and restore liquidity to Nigeria&rsquo;s power sector.The transaction comprises N402 billion in cash bonds raised from the domestic capital market and N326.979 billion in non-cash bonds allotted to participating generation companies.Speaking at the s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-signs-n729bn-series-2-bond-agreement-with-gencos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-signs-n729bn-series-2-bond-agreement-with-gencos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 15, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian naira opened Tuesday, September 15, 2026, with the local currency trading at about&nbsp;&#8358;1,326.30 per dollar at the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), while the greenback was quoted at around&nbsp;&#8358;1,385 to&nbsp;&#8358;1,410 in the parallel market.The latest official figure published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the NFEM rate stood at&nbsp;&#8358;1,326.3014/$ on Monday, September 14. The rate is derived from the volume-weighted average]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-15-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-15-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ajadi rallies APM stakeholders ahead of 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[IBADAN &mdash; The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) senatorial candidate for Oyo Central, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has called for unity and stronger grassroots mobilisation among party leaders, candidates and supporters ahead of the 2027 general elections.Ajadi made the call on Sunday during a stakeholders&rsquo; engagement across Oluyole, Akinyele/Lagelu and Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituencies, where he met with party leaders, women and youth leaders, candidates and other supporter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ajadi-rallies-apm-stakeholders-ahead-of-2027/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ajadi-rallies-apm-stakeholders-ahead-of-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plateau bus attack: How I survived as gunmen kill 13, including 8 passengers, driver—Lone survivor]]></title><description><![CDATA[JOS &mdash;&nbsp; The&nbsp; lone survivour of the Dungus Junction attack, Nasiru Garba, Plateau State, during which nine persons were killed, yesterday, narrated that he hid in the vehicle, as the attackers approached the bus and opened the front door.Recall that 13 persons were killed in separate attacks on communities in Jos South, Mangu and Riyom Local Government Areas of the state, with nine people, including eight passengers and the driver, killed when gunmen attacked a commercial bus trav]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/plateau-bus-attack-how-i-survived-as-gunmen-kill-13-including-8-passengers-driverlone-survivor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/plateau-bus-attack-how-i-survived-as-gunmen-kill-13-including-8-passengers-driverlone-survivor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financial distress hits 9 firms on NGX]]></title><description><![CDATA[***Post negative shareholders&rsquo; funds lReturn on equity negative&nbsp;***Analysts warn investors to look beyond share-price gainsBy Peter EgwuatuAt least nine companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, are facing significant balance-sheet pressure, with shareholders&rsquo; funds turning negative and most of them recording poor or negative Returns on Equity, ROE.An analysis of financial data of these firms available to Vanguard shows that Premier Paints Plc, Omatek Ventures Plc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/financial-distress-hits-9-firms-on-ngx/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/financial-distress-hits-9-firms-on-ngx/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Refinery: Our N2.2trn IPO’ll democratise wealth creation —Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[***Plans another refinery in Kenya<br />
***IPO demonstrates capacity of Nigeria&rsquo;s capital market to supaport businesses at global scale &mdash; NGX chairmanBy Peter EgwuatuAlhaji Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, has said the Initial Public Offering, IPO, of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, FZE, would democratise wealth creation by giving Nigerians and investors globally an opportunity to own shares in one of Africa&rsquo;s major]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/refinery-our-n22trn-ipoll-democratise-wealth-creation-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/refinery-our-n22trn-ipoll-democratise-wealth-creation-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku slams Tinubu over fuel price hike]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the current pump price of petrol, noting that Nigerians are now paying as much as &#8358;1,470 per litre even though crude oil, at $102.52 per barrel, sells for far less than the $147 per barrel it fetched in 2008 when petrol sold for &#8358;65 per litre under the late President Umar Musa Yar&rsquo;Adua.In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communicat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-slams-tinubu-over-fuel-price-hike/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-slams-tinubu-over-fuel-price-hike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG targets 172 LGAs with maternal health incentives]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip; 29% of global maternal deaths occur in Nigeria, says Minister<br />
By Chioma ObinnaThe Federal Government on Monday launched a new incentive programme targeting pregnant women in 172 Local Government Areas, LGAs, across 33 states as part of efforts to reduce Nigeria&rsquo;s persistently high maternal and newborn mortality.<br />
Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako, who disclosed this at the national flag-off of the Incentives to Increase Maternal and Newborn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-targets-172-lgas-with-maternal-health-incentives/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-targets-172-lgas-with-maternal-health-incentives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG targets $100bn tourism, creative economy with ‘Ember To Remember 2026’ national season]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Benjamin NjokuThe Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has reaffirmed its commitment to partner with state governments, investors, creative entrepreneurs, technology platforms, hospitality businesses and other stakeholders to build an ecosystem that can unlock Nigeria&rsquo;s $100 billion tourism and creative economy potential.Speaking at the official flag-off of &ldquo;Ember to Remember 2026&rdquo; and the unveiling of the national calendar in Lagos on Monday,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-targets-100bn-tourism-creative-economy-with-ember-to-remember-2026-national-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-targets-100bn-tourism-creative-economy-with-ember-to-remember-2026-national-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health crisis in Delta as Allied Health Workers strike escalates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technicians Holding Fort -HMBBy Egufe YafugborhiASABA &ndash; Health services in public hospitals across Delta State have come under pressure as the ongoing strike by allied health professionals escalated, with affected workers insisting they will not return to work until their demands are addressed.The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals, NUAHP, said the strike followed months of unsuccessful engagements with the state government over allowances and other conditions affecting its mem]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/health-crisis-in-delta-as-allied-health-workers-strike-escalates/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/health-crisis-in-delta-as-allied-health-workers-strike-escalates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The President’s health: A 2027 national security question]]></title><description><![CDATA[By PAUL IBEAs Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election, much of the debate has centred on the qualifications, antecedents, integrity and eligibility of those seeking the presidency. But there is another question Nigerians should be asking: Are those seeking to lead Nigeria medically capable of discharging the enormous responsibilities of the presidency?This is not about age, disability or stigmatising illness. It is not a licence for political persecution. It is a question of capacity,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-presidents-health-a-2027-national-security-question/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-presidents-health-a-2027-national-security-question/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi, Makinde and hurdles against opposition coalition]]></title><description><![CDATA[By TUNDE RAHMAN&nbsp;A fresh thaw in relations between National Democratic Congress presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi and Oyo State Governor Mr Seyi Makinde is fueling renewed talk of a possible opposition coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The two leaders, who were on opposite sides during the 2023 election cycle, were seen together recently at a private meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, followed by joint appearances at public events, including the inauguration of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-makinde-and-hurdles-against-opposition-coalition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-makinde-and-hurdles-against-opposition-coalition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House of chiefs should be the next (6), by Eric Teniola]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, we continue&nbsp; the series on why the House of Chiefs should be considered by the National Assembly.&nbsp;He was labour officer, Federal Ministry of Labour, Lagos, 1962&ndash;1963; lecturer, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 1963&ndash;1965; assistant professor of political science, California, 1969&ndash;1971; associate professor of African Studies, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, 1972&ndash;1974; dean of studies, Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu, 1974&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/house-of-chiefs-should-be-the-next-6-by-eric-teniola/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/house-of-chiefs-should-be-the-next-6-by-eric-teniola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria must protect the classroom]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Can Education Survive Attack: The Resilience of Human Communities&rdquo; is the theme of this year&rsquo;s International Day to Protect Education from Attack, marked on 9 September. This is very apt for Nigeria as schools reopen for the 2026/2027 session. For a country where children are abducted from schools, the occasion is a painful reminder of a national failure. A government that cannot guarantee the safety of children in classrooms and hostels is failing one of its most fundamental]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-must-protect-the-classroom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-must-protect-the-classroom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivers payroll cleanup: Where are the people behind the ghost workers?]]></title><description><![CDATA[By ABRAHAM EBINIThe Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has recently and quite resolutely defended his administration&rsquo;s approval and ongoing implementation of a comprehensive staff payroll verification exercise across the twenty-three (23) local government areas of the state. Speaking at the commissioning of the Omademe Internal Roads Project in Ikwerre Local Government Area, the Governor, drawing from his professional pedigree as a former Treasury Officer, insisted that the clea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rivers-payroll-cleanup-where-are-the-people-behind-the-ghost-workers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rivers-payroll-cleanup-where-are-the-people-behind-the-ghost-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the throne takes sides: Delta’s traditional institution must not become political campaign platform, by Ejiro Ofoye]]></title><description><![CDATA[The recent decision by the Forum of Urhobo Traditional Rulers, Ukoko R&rsquo;Ivie R&rsquo;Urhobo, to adopt Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the sole candidate of the Urhobo Nation for the 2027 governorship election deserves serious reflection&mdash;not merely as a political development, but as a troubling development for the integrity and credibility of the traditional institution in Delta State. According to reports published on September 10, 2026, the forum declared Governor Oborevwori the sole]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/when-the-throne-takes-sides-deltas-traditional-institution-must-not-become-political-campaign-platform-by-ejiro-ofoye/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/when-the-throne-takes-sides-deltas-traditional-institution-must-not-become-political-campaign-platform-by-ejiro-ofoye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sweeteners: Experts seek evidence-based regulation, public education]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chioma ObinnaFood scientists, regulators, health professionals, manufacturers and consumer advocates have called for stronger evidence-based regulation and public education on the use of low- and no-calorie sweeteners, LNCS, in Nigeria.The stakeholders made the call at the NIFST Academy and International Sweeteners Association, ISA, workshop on &ldquo;Low- and No-Calorie Sweeteners in Nigeria: The Science and Safety,&rdquo; held in Lagos from August 31 to September 1.The workshop sought to a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sweeteners-experts-seek-evidence-based-regulation-public-education/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sweeteners-experts-seek-evidence-based-regulation-public-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NAPTIP DG urges judiciary to hasten trafficking case]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;.says some take yearsBy Favour Ulebor, AbujaThe Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, Binta Adamu Bello, has urged the judiciary to hasten the conclusion of human trafficking cases, saying some cases take years to conclude.Bello made the call on Monday in Abuja at a one-day workshop for the validation of the Diagnostic Assessment Report of Trafficking in Persons Coordination in Nigeria, organised by NAPTIP with the support of Expe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/naptip-dg-urges-judiciary-to-hasten-trafficking-case/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/naptip-dg-urges-judiciary-to-hasten-trafficking-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UN Women urges accountability in gender budgeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Favour Ulebor, AbujaThe UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Beatrice Eyong, has called for stronger monitoring and accountability in the implementation of gender-responsive planning and budgeting across Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, of government.Eyong made the call on Monday in Abuja at a capacity-building workshop on Gender-Responsive Planning and Budgeting, organised by the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.She said the Federal Government]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/un-women-urges-accountability-in-gender-budgeting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/un-women-urges-accountability-in-gender-budgeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TUC suspends industrial action over King’s College concession]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has suspended the industrial action earlier directed its affiliates to shut Federal Unity Colleges over the proposed concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos.The TUC General Secretary, Mr Nuhu Toro, announced the suspension at the end of a meeting with the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, and other stakeholders on Monday in Abuja.Toro described the meeting as fruitful and robust, saying the concerns of the unions were presented and considered in good faith]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tuc-suspends-industrial-action-over-kings-college-concession/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tuc-suspends-industrial-action-over-kings-college-concession/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote’s N2.2trn IPO to democratise wealth creation — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter EgwuatuAliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, has said the Initial Public Offering, IPO, of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, FZE, will democratise wealth creation by giving Nigerians and investors globally an opportunity to own shares in one of Africa&rsquo;s major industrial projects.Dangote stated this Monday at the &ldquo;Facts Behind the Offer&rdquo; presentation and opening gong ceremony for the refinery&rsquo;s IPO in Lag]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangotes-n22trn-ipo-to-democratise-wealth-creation-dangote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangotes-n22trn-ipo-to-democratise-wealth-creation-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pope restores Vatican salaries cut during Covid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pope Leo XIV has restored the salaries of cardinals and senior Vatican officials to pre-Covid levels, reversing pay cuts introduced by his predecessor Francis during the pandemic, according to a decree published Monday.In 2021, Pope Francis cut the salaries of cardinals by 10 percent and those of senior Vatican officials by eight percent to ease pressure on the Holy See&rsquo;s finances during the Covid-19 crisis and amid chronic budget deficits.In a papal decree issued on Monday, his 71st birt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pope-restores-vatican-salaries-cut-during-covid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pope-restores-vatican-salaries-cut-during-covid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump’s son confirms Russian businessman paid for post-wedding festivities]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Russian businessman with ties to the Kremlin paid for celebrations after the wedding of President Donald Trump&rsquo;s eldest son and his new bride, the couple confirmed on Monday.Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Trump said in a jointly signed post on Bettina&rsquo;s Instagram account that their &ldquo;dear friend&rdquo; Umar Kremlev &ldquo;very generously hosted two incredible nights&rdquo; of festivities in the Bahamas in May.The confirmation came after the ProPublica investigative website repo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trumps-son-confirms-russian-businessman-paid-for-post-wedding-festivities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trumps-son-confirms-russian-businessman-paid-for-post-wedding-festivities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds demolish Newcastle to go third in the Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds demolished Newcastle 4-1 to climb up to third in the Premier League table on Monday and inflict a punishing first defeat for Magpies boss Matthias Jaissle.A Lewis Miley own goal opened the floodgates before Jayden Bogle, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Noah Okafor completed the rout at Elland Road.Newcastle had made a positive start under Jaissle despite the upheaval of losing manager Eddie Howe and key players Anthony Gordon, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali in the off-season.Despite being ow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/leeds-demolish-newcastle-to-go-third-in-the-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/leeds-demolish-newcastle-to-go-third-in-the-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Journalist jailed two yrs for security comment in Mali]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Malian journalist was sentenced on Monday to two years in prison following remarks during a TV programme about his west African nation&rsquo;s security situation.Abderhamane Keita, an editor at the daily Le Temoin paper, was taken into custody in early June for &ldquo;undermining national unity and the credibility of the state&rdquo; and &ldquo;publishing and disseminating false or misleading information&rdquo;.He was prosecuted after asserting on a TV programme focused on the security situat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/journalist-jailed-two-yrs-for-security-comment-in-mali/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/journalist-jailed-two-yrs-for-security-comment-in-mali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG raises N1.23trn to tackle N4trn GenCos’ legacy debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has raised about N1.23 trillion through two bond issuances to tackle N4 trillion legacy debt owed to electricity Generation Companies (GenCos).Mr Akin Odeyemi, Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET), disclosed this during the ceremony in Abuja on Monday.Odeyemi said the latest Series 2 issuance raised N728.9 billion, following N501 billion secured through Series 1 in January.He said Series 2, launched in August, involved 11 GenCos, compared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-raises-n123trn-to-tackle-n4trn-gencos-legacy-debt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-raises-n123trn-to-tackle-n4trn-gencos-legacy-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oyo govt confirms arrest of 5 terrorists after Igbeti attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oyo State Government has confirmed the arrest of five suspected terrorists involved in the attack on a military camp on the outskirts of Igbeti in the Olorunsogo Local Government Council on Sunday.The State Deputy Governor, Mr Bayo Lawal, made this known in Igbeti on Monday shortly after he was conducted around the scene of the attack by the Commanding Officer, 81 Battalion, Lt Col. Innocent Asogwa.According to a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oyo-govt-confirms-arrest-of-5-terrorists-after-igbeti-attack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oyo-govt-confirms-arrest-of-5-terrorists-after-igbeti-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King’s College: FG moves to defuse crisis, assures workers of ‘no sack’]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has moved to defuse the escalating crisis over the controversial management arrangement for King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, assuring workers that none of them would be sacked, victimised or punished as a result of the dispute.The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, gave the assurance on Monday after a high-level meeting with the Trade Union Congress, TUC, and other stakeholders, even as he announced that the implementation of the arrangement for th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-fg-moves-to-defuse-crisis-assures-workers-of-no-sack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-fg-moves-to-defuse-crisis-assures-workers-of-no-sack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Houthis say Saudi Arabia hits Yemen with 54 strikes after attack on bases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yemen&rsquo;s Houthis said on Monday Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes across the west of the country after the Iran-backed group earlier announced it targeted military bases in the kingdom.The group, fighting the Saudi-backed, internationally recognised government, last week seized control of Yemen&rsquo;s Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, which has become vital as the wider US-Iran war chokes the Strait of Hormuz.The Houthis said Riyadh targeted Yemen with 54 strikes over 24 hours, a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthis-say-saudi-arabia-hits-yemen-with-54-strikes-after-attack-on-bases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthis-say-saudi-arabia-hits-yemen-with-54-strikes-after-attack-on-bases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says ‘open’ to engaging with Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump said Monday he was open to holding talks with Iran, after weeks of saying it was too early to make a deal with Tehran to end the Middle East war.&ldquo;The failing Nation of Iran wants to make a deal, quickly and badly. I will determine whether or not the U.S.A. will choose to engage &ndash; The concept of which we are open to,&rdquo; Trump said on his Truth Social network.<br />
The post Trump says &lsquo;open&rsquo; to engaging with Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-says-open-to-engaging-with-iran/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-says-open-to-engaging-with-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBNaija S11: Barry wins new HOH, becomes first finalist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barry has emerged as the first finalist of BBNaija Season 11 after winning the week eight Head of House challenge.Following his victory, Barry secured a spot in the finale and was also granted the power to influence the eviction process for the week.As part of his privileges as Head of House, Barry chose Keivo as his Loft Mate.The development came after Barry and Keivo battled it out in the final stage of the Head of House challenge, with Barry eventually emerging victorious.Barry also exercise]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bbnaija-s11-barry-wins-new-hoh-becomes-first-finalist/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bbnaija-s11-barry-wins-new-hoh-becomes-first-finalist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian and Canadian Gambling Industries Compared]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria and Canada are among the world&rsquo;s most active gambling markets, but they have developed in very different economic and regulatory environments. Both are experiencing rapid digital growth, rising mobile participation and increasing pressure to protect consumers, yet their dominant products, payment systems and levels of regulatory maturity differ considerably.Two Large but Unequal MarketsCanada&rsquo;s gambling industry generated an estimated C$15.6 billion in revenue during 2025. A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-and-canadian-gambling-industries-compared/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-and-canadian-gambling-industries-compared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bandits kill two inspecting land in Imo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI &mdash; Two persons have been killed by suspected armed bandits while inspecting a parcel of land in Irete Community, Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State.A source in the community, who pleaded anonymity, said the victims, accompanied by two others, had gone to inspect the land when the hoodlums allegedly attacked and shot them dead on Monday.One of the deceased was identified as Chigaemezu Ozuzu, a member of a local vigilante group.The source alleged that sus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bandits-kill-two-inspecting-land-in-imo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bandits-kill-two-inspecting-land-in-imo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Syria protests erupt as fuel prices soar by 40%]]></title><description><![CDATA[Protests have erupted across Syria following a sharp increase in fuel prices, in the country&rsquo;s most widespread demonstrations since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad nearly two years ago.Demonstrators burned tyres and blocked major roads, including the highway connecting the capital, Damascus, with the industrial city of Aleppo.The protests followed the government&rsquo;s decision on Saturday to raise diesel prices by 40% to 175 Syrian pounds ($1.32) per litre.The government also increased]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/syria-protests-erupt-as-fuel-prices-soar-by-40/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/syria-protests-erupt-as-fuel-prices-soar-by-40/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Makinde’s popularity points to APM victory — Party]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, has said the growing popularity of its presidential candidate, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, particularly among young Nigerians, is an indication that the party is heading for victory in the 2027 presidential election.The party said the enthusiasm around Makinde was driven by what it described as his longstanding connection with young people and his record of identifying with their aspirations, arguing that voters could dis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-makindes-popularity-points-to-apm-victory-party/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-makindes-popularity-points-to-apm-victory-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Africa’s Biggest IPO: Dangote promises strong returns, generational wealth for investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme AkpanPresident and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has assured investors that the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery &amp; Petrochemicals FZE presents a compelling opportunity for strong returns and sustainable wealth creation, positioning the offer as a chance for Nigerians and Africans to participate in one of the continent&rsquo;s most significant industrial achievements.Speaking during the &ldquo;Facts Behind the Offer&rdquo; p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/africas-biggest-ipo-dangote-promises-strong-returns-generational-wealth-for-investors/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/africas-biggest-ipo-dangote-promises-strong-returns-generational-wealth-for-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aiyedatiwa orders renovation of Ondo government buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, AkureAKURE &mdash; The Ondo State Government has announced plans to commence the renovation and rehabilitation of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and other government buildings across the state.The initiative, according to the government, is aimed at reducing infrastructure deficits and providing a more conducive working environment for public servants.The Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands and Housing, Engr. Ayorinde Abiola Olawoye, disclosed this during an ins]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aiyedatiwa-orders-renovation-of-ondo-government-buildings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aiyedatiwa-orders-renovation-of-ondo-government-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Sule names Ombugadu as Wadada’s running mate]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Edwin Phillip, LafiaLAFIA &mdash; Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has announced Emmanuel Michael Ombugadu as the deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state ahead of the 2027 general election.Sule announced the decision after an APC stakeholders&rsquo; meeting held at the Governor&rsquo;s Lodge in Abuja on Monday.Briefing journalists after the meeting, the governor said the choice followed consultations among aspirants who had expressed interes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-sule-names-ombugadu-as-wadadas-running-mate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-sule-names-ombugadu-as-wadadas-running-mate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APM flags off Bauchi Assembly bye-election campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Christopher Ameh, BauchiBAUCHI &mdash; The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has commenced its grassroots campaign ahead of the September 19, 2026, State House of Assembly bye-election in Sakwa Constituency of Zaki Local Government Area of Bauchi State.The campaign flag-off, held in Sakuwa town, attracted party leaders, supporters and residents from across the constituency.Speaking at the rally, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, urged voters to support the APM candidate, saying co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apm-flags-off-bauchi-assembly-bye-election-campaign/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apm-flags-off-bauchi-assembly-bye-election-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU strike: Ondo students give Aiyedatiwa 2-week ultimatum]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, AkureAKURE &mdash; Students of state-owned universities in Ondo State have issued a 14-day ultimatum to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to resolve the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU), Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and other unions.The students, under the aegis of the National Association of Nigerian Students Joint Campus Committee (NANSJCC), Ondo State, gave the ultimatum in Akure during a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-strike-ondo-students-give-aiyedatiwa-2-week-ultimatum/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-strike-ondo-students-give-aiyedatiwa-2-week-ultimatum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Syria fuel crisis exposes risks for Nigeria, other nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme AkpanSyria&rsquo;s latest fuel crisis has highlighted the vulnerability of countries that depend heavily on imported crude, refined products or foreign energy supplies, with implications for Nigeria and other developing economies.<br />
Syria raised diesel prices by 40% and gasoline prices by up to 28% following rising global procurement costs and disruptions to its domestic fuel supply. The increases triggered protests and road blockades in several parts of the country.<br />
The crisis has been]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/syria-fuel-crisis-exposes-risks-for-nigeria-other-nations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/syria-fuel-crisis-exposes-risks-for-nigeria-other-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: ‘No vacancy in Aso Rock’ — Akiolu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS &mdash; The Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu I, has declared that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock ahead of the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure a second term on the strength of his performance in office.Akiolu spoke on Monday when the Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, Senator Abdul&rsquo;aziz Yari, and members of the council, accompanied by Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, paid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-no-vacancy-in-aso-rock-akiolu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-no-vacancy-in-aso-rock-akiolu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King’s College: Minister ‘scared’ to face workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaABUJA &mdash; The crisis over the planned concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, deepened on Monday as the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, was alleged to have declined to come to the ministry&rsquo;s headquarters in Abuja to meet protesting workers, amid threats by the unions to disrupt the resumption of Federal Government Unity Colleges nationwide.The fresh development came as angry workers under the Joint Workers Committee of Unions, JWC, shut down the Feder]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-minister-scared-to-face-workers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-minister-scared-to-face-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South-West 2027: Can opposition parties breach Tinubu’s political fortress?]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, Olasunkanmi Akoni, Rotimi Ojomoyela, Shina Abubakar, James Ogunnnaike &amp; Adeola BadruBy 2027, the battle for the South-West may be less about winning over a hostile electorate and more about whether opposition parties can dismantle an entrenched political network built around President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.Read Also: I got first private jet at 22 &mdash; DangoteThe prominence of South-West politicians in his campaign structure offers a revealing glimpse into how the ruling APC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-west-2027-can-opposition-parties-breach-tinubus-political-fortress/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-west-2027-can-opposition-parties-breach-tinubus-political-fortress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku slams Tinubu over fuel price hike, demands probe of FAAC allocations]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the current pump price of petrol, noting that Nigerians are now paying as much as &#8358;1,470 per litre even though crude oil, at $102.52 per barrel, sells for far less than the $147 per barrel it fetched in 2008 when petrol sold for &#8358;65 per litre under the late President Umar Musa Yar&rsquo;Adua.In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communicat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-slams-tinubu-over-fuel-price-hike-demands-probe-of-faac-allocations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-slams-tinubu-over-fuel-price-hike-demands-probe-of-faac-allocations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King’s College crisis: Alausa, unions begin fresh talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaABUJA &mdash; The Federal Government and organised labour on Monday began fresh talks to resolve the crisis over the proposed new administrative arrangement for King&rsquo;s College, Lagos, with the government assuring affected workers that they would retain their status as civil servants.The meeting, led by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, brought together the leadership of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-crisis-alausa-unions-begin-fresh-talks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kings-college-crisis-alausa-unions-begin-fresh-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shehu Buba submits to security agencies over allegations]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Christopher Ameh, BauchiBAUCHI &mdash; Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, has voluntarily submitted himself to relevant security agencies for investigation over allegations linking him to banditry, terrorism financing, kidnapping and other violent crimes.Buba disclosed this at a press conference in Bauchi, saying he had nothing to hide and was prepared to cooperate fully with security agencies to establish the facts surrounding the allegations.He said his]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shehu-buba-submits-to-security-agencies-over-allegations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/shehu-buba-submits-to-security-agencies-over-allegations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pope restores Vatican salaries slashed during Covid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pope Leo XIV has restored the salaries of cardinals and senior Vatican officials to pre-Covid levels, reversing pay cuts introduced by his predecessor Francis during the pandemic, according to a decree published Monday.In 2021, Pope Francis cut the salaries of cardinals by 10 percent and those of senior Vatican officials by eight percent to ease pressure on the Holy See&rsquo;s finances during the Covid-19 crisis and amid chronic budget deficits.In a papal decree issued on Monday, his 71st birt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pope-restores-vatican-salaries-slashed-during-covid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pope-restores-vatican-salaries-slashed-during-covid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: ‘Bar ‘partisan lecturers’ from collating election results’ – ADC tells INEC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to bar university lecturers with known partisan leanings from being appointed as returning and collation officers for the 2027 general elections.The party&rsquo;s position, delivered in a statement on Monday by its national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, follows recent reports that over 600 senior lecturers from public universities in northern Nigeria have openly endorsed President Bola]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-bar-partisan-lecturers-from-collating-election-results-adc-tells-inec/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-bar-partisan-lecturers-from-collating-election-results-adc-tells-inec/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benin-Asaba road: Daramola seeks motorists’ patience]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company Limited (BAECC) has appealed to motorists and communities along the corridor to exercise patience as it prepares to accelerate permanent construction works on the 125-kilometre highway.Chief Executive Officer of BAECC, Samuel Daramola, made the appeal in a statement on Monday, saying the company remained committed to delivering the project despite persistent rainfall and the challenges of reconstructing a heavily travelled highway while keeping it o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benin-asaba-road-daramola-seeks-motorists-patience/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benin-asaba-road-daramola-seeks-motorists-patience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netanyahu threatens retaliation if Israel’s enemies attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Monday of heavy reprisals on Israel&rsquo;s enemies if they attacked, as he lauded the recent demolition of a Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon.Netanyahu said Israel&rsquo;s destruction of Hezbollah positions at the Beaufort and Ali al-Taher ridges was a &ldquo;massive victory&rdquo; and vowed to &ldquo;continue to destroy terrorist infrastructure&rdquo;.&ldquo;I say to our enemies: If you haven&rsquo;t learned the lesson by now, and you ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/netanyahu-threatens-retaliation-if-israels-enemies-attack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/netanyahu-threatens-retaliation-if-israels-enemies-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Bwacha’s kinsmen back Kefas for second term]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Femi BolajiJALINGO &mdash; KINSMEN of the &nbsp;governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Taraba State, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, have declared total support for the re-election bids of Governor Agbu Kefas and President Bola Tinubu come 2027.Operating under the umbrella of the Itchen APC Progressive Movement, the group announced the endorsement during a political meeting held at the residence of the Director-General of the Kefas re-election Campaign Organisation, Hon. Da]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-bwachas-kinsmen-back-kefas-for-second-term/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-bwachas-kinsmen-back-kefas-for-second-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘My husband is angry’ – Real Warri Pikin apologises after Timaya stage moment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian comedian Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, has apologised to her husband and Nigerians following backlash over a viral video of her interaction with singer Timaya on stage.The incident occurred on Saturday during the AFRIMMA festival in Dallas, Texas, where Real Warri Pikin was honoured with the &lsquo;Best Stand-Up Comedian&rsquo; award.Timaya was also among the Nigerian artistes who performed at the event.In the viral footage, Real Warri Pikin joined Timaya on stage]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-husband-is-angry-real-warri-pikin-apologises-after-timaya-stage-moment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-husband-is-angry-real-warri-pikin-apologises-after-timaya-stage-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No more white elephant projects, waste of public funds — Tinubu]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Says: Sanctions await corrupt officials&hellip;Orders release of development commissions funds&hellip;20-year NCDC plan must outlive administrations &ndash; MinisterBy Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday warned that the era of white-elephant projects and waste of public funds must end, threatening sanctions against officials found culpable of corruption in the management of the newly established Regional Development Commissions.Tinubu, represented by Se]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-more-white-elephant-projects-waste-of-public-funds-tinubu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-more-white-elephant-projects-waste-of-public-funds-tinubu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: NDC plans crowdfunding to keep moneybags from hijacking party – Spokesperson]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it will adopt a crowdfunding system to finance its activities ahead of the 2027 general elections and prevent wealthy individuals from dominating the party through large donations.The party&rsquo;s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, disclosed this in an interview on Trust TV&rsquo;s &lsquo;Sunday Politic&rsquo; while explaining plans to create a funding structure that would enable members and supporters to contribute according to their financ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndc-plans-crowdfunding-to-keep-moneybags-from-hijacking-party-spokesperson/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndc-plans-crowdfunding-to-keep-moneybags-from-hijacking-party-spokesperson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vi-M Professional Solutions Limited Secures Dual Accreditation as System  Integrator and Access Point Provider for Nigeria’s National e-Invoicing  Initiative ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Company unveils eNvoice.ng to support businesses with smart tax invoicing&nbsp; and seamless compliance under the NRS e-Invoicing regime&nbsp;Vi-M Professional Solutions Limited has announced its accreditation as both a System&nbsp; Integrator and an Access Point Provider under Nigeria&rsquo;s National e-Invoicing and&nbsp; Electronic Fiscal System regime.&nbsp;The milestone positions Vi-M Professional Solutions Limited to support businesses&nbsp; across the full e-Invoicing compliance value ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/vi-m-professional-solutions-limited-secures-dual-accreditation-as-system-integrator-and-access-point-provider-for-nigerias-national-e-invoicing-initiative/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/vi-m-professional-solutions-limited-secures-dual-accreditation-as-system-integrator-and-access-point-provider-for-nigerias-national-e-invoicing-initiative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Naval Chief orders election-duty seminars]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA &mdash; The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abass, has directed naval commands, formations, establishments and bases to organise seminars to educate officers and personnel on their roles and code of conduct during the 2027 general elections.Commander, Navy Base Abuja, Commodore Oluseyi Oladipo, disclosed this on Monday in his opening remarks at a seminar on &ldquo;The Role of Armed Forces Personnel in Conducting Free, Fair and Credible Elections&rdquo; held at th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-naval-chief-orders-election-duty-seminars/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-naval-chief-orders-election-duty-seminars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Browser-Based Trading Is Changing Access to Global CFD Markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Access to the world market has been revolutionized within the last ten years. Traders who used to rely heavily on desktop software installed on their computers can now carry out their operations in a web browser. This development is making the trading of Contracts for Difference (CFD) much more convenient and flexible.Trading without installationThe use of browser-based trading software eliminates the most common obstacle to market participation &ndash; installation. Traders do not need to down]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-browser-based-trading-is-changing-access-to-global-cfd-markets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-browser-based-trading-is-changing-access-to-global-cfd-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[J.P. Morgan returns Nigeria to bond index after 11 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;$17.47bn FGN debt eligible<br />
&hellip;Nigeria gets 7.4% weightingBy Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefABUJA &mdash; Nigeria is set to attract fresh foreign capital into its domestic debt market following the decision by global investment banking giant, J.P. Morgan, to return Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bonds to its bond index under the newly introduced Government Bond Index&ndash;Emerging Markets Edge (GBI-EM Edge).The development is expected to boost demand for Nigerian government secu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jp-morgan-returns-nigeria-to-bond-index-after-11-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jp-morgan-returns-nigeria-to-bond-index-after-11-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protest over concession of King’s College stalls resumption of unity colleges]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Parents vow to continue boycottBy Adesina Wahab &amp; Ebunoluwa SessouThe 155 unity colleges run by the Federal Government across the country did not resume for academic activities on Monday as parents and guardians refused to let their children and wards go back after the long holiday.<br />
The development is a fall out of the concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos to the Old Boys Association, which parents and others are opposed to.<br />
Checks by Vanguard across the country showed that the c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/protest-over-concession-of-kings-college-stalls-resumption-of-unity-colleges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/protest-over-concession-of-kings-college-stalls-resumption-of-unity-colleges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada lists 7 things immigration officers will never demand from immigrants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada government has warned newcomers and immigrants about common scams involving people pretending to be immigration officials and demanding money or personal information.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said newcomers should learn how to identify fraudulent calls, emails and messages, particularly those involving threats of deportation or demands for immediate payment.According to the government, there are seven things IRCC employees will never demand from immigrants.1. De]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-lists-7-things-immigration-officers-will-never-demand-from-immigrants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-lists-7-things-immigration-officers-will-never-demand-from-immigrants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m coming to govern, others are coming to rule – Adebayo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prince Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has declared that his mission in the upcoming election is to govern Nigeria through service and accountability, unlike his competitors whose sole ambition is to rule over the people.Speaking with deep empathy for the daily struggles of ordinary Nigerians in a statement issued by his Presidential Campaign Communications Directorate, Adebayo delivered an unapologetic assessment of the nation&rsquo;s political]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-coming-to-govern-others-are-coming-to-rule-adebayo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-coming-to-govern-others-are-coming-to-rule-adebayo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-governor Nwobodo slams N20bn libel suit against Lagos businessman]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sebastine ObasiFormer governor of old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo has filed a libel suit before an Enugu High Court, against against Basil Ogbuanu, a Lagos businessman. The suit filed by Chuma Oguejiofor, was accompanied by a 20-paragraph affidavit, another 20-paragraph statement of claim, 22-paragraph statement of oath, eight-paragraph certificate of compliance, one-paragraph list of witnesses and 15-paragraph statement on oath of one Chris Utazi, an Enugu based lawyer, as Principal Witness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-governor-nwobodo-slams-n20bn-libel-suit-against-lagos-businessman/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-governor-nwobodo-slams-n20bn-libel-suit-against-lagos-businessman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump blasts ‘sick conspiracy’ against AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump on Monday attacked what he called a &ldquo;sick conspiracy&rdquo; against artificial intelligence, rejecting calls for regulation amid mounting worries that the technology threatens humankind.Trump said the United States needed to keep the lead on AI to beat superpower rival China and slammed the boss of Claude-maker Anthropic, who had called for a slowdown.&ldquo;The only control or &lsquo;guardrails&rsquo; that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-blasts-sick-conspiracy-against-ai/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-blasts-sick-conspiracy-against-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSCDC arrests nine over school vandalism in Zamfara]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Idris Salisu, GusauGUSAU &mdash; The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Zamfara State Command, has arrested nine suspects over alleged criminal conspiracy, vandalism, mischief and theft of roofing sheets from Tsageru Primary School in Tsafe Local Government Area of the state.The suspects were paraded at the command&rsquo;s headquarters on Monday by the Head of Public Relations, ASCI Umar Mohammad.Mohammad said the suspects had allegedly confessed to their involvement in the of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nscdc-arrests-nine-over-school-vandalism-in-zamfara/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nscdc-arrests-nine-over-school-vandalism-in-zamfara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[List of countries where your student visa may allow you to work]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many Nigerians planning to study in foreign countries on a student visa, the opportunity to study and work at the same time can be an important consideration when choosing a destination.Working part-time can help international students gain valuable experience, build professional connections and contribute towards their living expenses while completing their studies.However, the right to work is not automatically attached to every student visa. Each country has its own rules on who can work]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/list-of-countries-where-your-student-visa-may-allow-you-to-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/list-of-countries-where-your-student-visa-may-allow-you-to-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen abduct six clerics at Tinubu prayer gathering]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA &mdash; Gunmen have reportedly abducted six Muslim clerics in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State during a prayer gathering organised in support of President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s bid for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.The incident reportedly occurred on Saturday, according to a report monitored from BBC Hausa on Monday.The clerics were said to have attended the gathering to pray for the success of Tinubu in the 2027 election.The event]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-abduct-six-clerics-at-tinubu-prayer-gathering/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-abduct-six-clerics-at-tinubu-prayer-gathering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Enugu community backs Mba, Tinubu, seeks road]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Jeff AgbodoENUGU &mdash; The people of Ikem community in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State have declared support for the re-election of Governor Peter Mbah and President Bola Tinubu, as well as other candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.The community made the declaration when the APC campaign team visited Ward 1, Ikem Uno, as part of its mobilisation for the forthcoming local government elections.The stakeholders commended Governor Mbah for what]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-enugu-community-backs-mba-tinubu-seeks-road/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-enugu-community-backs-mba-tinubu-seeks-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NAMA defends ILS project, rejects N7.58bn waste claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaNigerian Airspace Management Agency, NAMA, has dismissed a report that it wasted N7.58 billion on Instrument Landing Systems, ILS, for Lagos and Abuja airports, saying the approved contract for the supply and installation of CAT III-capable ILS and Distance Measuring Equipment, DME, for the two airports was N1,188,139,913.90.NAMA said there had been problems with the CAT III system from the time of its installation, which persisted until the International Air Transport Associa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nama-defends-ils-project-rejects-n758bn-waste-claim/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nama-defends-ils-project-rejects-n758bn-waste-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kerebiri-Mein chiefs, youths protest delayed staff of office]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chancel Bomadi SundayBOMADI &mdash; Chiefs, women and youths of Kerebiri-Mein Kingdom in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State on Monday staged a peaceful protest over the delay in presenting the staff of office to the monarch of the kingdom, HRM (Barr.) Godspower Tam Oporomo, Tara-eza I, the Ebenana-owei.The protesters, drawn from the 10 communities that make up the kingdom, marched through streets and major roads in Bomadi, the headquarters of the local government area, demanding tha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kerebiri-mein-chiefs-youths-protest-delayed-staff-of-office/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kerebiri-mein-chiefs-youths-protest-delayed-staff-of-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weak institutions, poor management holding Nigeria back — Peterside]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Juliet UmehLAGOS &mdash; Leadership and public policy expert, Dakuku Peterside, has identified weak institutions, poor management and inconsistent policy implementation as major factors preventing Nigeria from translating its vast natural and human resources into widespread prosperity.Peterside spoke at the ongoing 2026 Annual National Management Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) in Lagos, where stakeholders called for stronger institutions, professional management and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/weak-institutions-poor-management-holding-nigeria-back-peterside/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/weak-institutions-poor-management-holding-nigeria-back-peterside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[El-Rufai allies return to APC, back Uba Sani]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA &mdash; Some political associates and former allies of immediate past Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai, have returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared support for the incumbent governor, Senator Uba Sani, ahead of the 2027 general elections.Among those reportedly aligning with the Uba Sani-led political camp are Bashir Saidu, a former Chief of Staff to El-Rufai, and Abdu Kwari, a former commissioner in the state and former senator.Others inc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/el-rufai-allies-return-to-apc-back-uba-sani/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/el-rufai-allies-return-to-apc-back-uba-sani/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diphtheria outbreak: Zamfara records 44 deaths, suspends school resumption]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Zamfara Ministry of Health says it has recorded 44 deaths following an outbreak of diphtheria in parts of the state.The State Director of Public Health in the ministry, Dr Yusuf Haske, gave the update to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in a telephone interview in Gusau on Monday.Haske&rsquo;s update followed the extension of school resumption by the State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.He further disclosed that the health ministry had so far recorded 367 clinically suspected]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-outbreak-zamfara-records-44-deaths-suspends-school-resumption/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-outbreak-zamfara-records-44-deaths-suspends-school-resumption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HURIWA challenges FG over petrol subsidy removal]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chioma ObinnaThe Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has challenged the Federal Government&rsquo;s position that petrol subsidy will not be restored, describing the policy as burdensome to Nigerians and calling for a review of the country&rsquo;s energy pricing regime.The group also demanded greater transparency over the use of funds it said were generated from subsidy removal between June 2023 and December 2025.In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emma]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/huriwa-challenges-fg-over-petrol-subsidy-removal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/huriwa-challenges-fg-over-petrol-subsidy-removal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops kill Lakurawa terrorists, recover weapons in Kebbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiTroops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have eliminated several Lakurawa terrorists and recovered weapons, ammunition and motorcycles during clearance operations in Arewa Dandi Local Government Area of Kebbi State.The operation was part of ongoing efforts to clear terrorist enclaves and restore security in the area.The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Sector 2, Col. Olaniyi Osoba, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.Osoba said the troops advanced thro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-kill-lakurawa-terrorists-recover-weapons-in-kebbi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-kill-lakurawa-terrorists-recover-weapons-in-kebbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ogun 2027: YPP, BOOT deny withdrawing suit against Adeola]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaABEOKUTA &mdash; The Ogun State chapters of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) and BOOT Party have denied withdrawing or authorising the discontinuance of a legal challenge concerning the eligibility and state-of-origin questions surrounding the governorship candidacy of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi.The state chairmen of the two parties, Adeyemi Solomon Oluwaseyunmi and Akerele Abiodun John, respectively, made their position known while]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ogun-2027-ypp-boot-deny-withdrawing-suit-against-adeola/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ogun-2027-ypp-boot-deny-withdrawing-suit-against-adeola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote hails Tinubu over subsidy, FX reforms]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS &mdash; President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for removing fuel subsidy and reforming the foreign exchange market, describing the measures as bold steps towards repositioning Nigeria&rsquo;s economy.Dangote spoke on Monday at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) in Lagos while formally launching the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.The billionaire businessman said the Dangote Group appreciated]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-hails-tinubu-over-subsidy-fx-reforms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-hails-tinubu-over-subsidy-fx-reforms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta governor did not remove councilor or arrest him — Ukwauni LGA chairman]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Efe OnodjaeThe Chairman of Ukwauni Local Government Council, Barrister Chiamaka Solomon Possible Ajede, has dismissed claims that the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, ordered the arrest or removal of a serving councillor, saying the councillor&rsquo;s detention is a result of criminal proceedings instituted by the Police.Ajede made the clarification while reacting to a trending video on social media in which it was alleged that the Delta State Government had imprisoned the councillo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/delta-governor-did-not-remove-councilor-or-arrest-him-ukwauni-lga-chairman/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/delta-governor-did-not-remove-councilor-or-arrest-him-ukwauni-lga-chairman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insecurity: How we recovered over 500,000 hectares of farmland from bandits - Kaduna Govt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kaduna State Government has attributed the return of farmers to more than 500,000 hectares of farmland to gains recorded in its fight against insecurity over the past three years.The state Commissioner for Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, said this on Sunday at a Gala Night organised by the Kano Correspondents&rsquo; Chapel during its annual retreat in Kaduna.Maiyaki said the security situation in some rural communities had previously become so severe that bandits allegedly exercised]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-how-we-recovered-over-500000-hectares-of-farmland-from-bandits-kadunagovt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-how-we-recovered-over-500000-hectares-of-farmland-from-bandits-kadunagovt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I don’t want to be called richest man in Africa — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS &mdash; President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said he no longer wants to be described as the richest man in Africa, saying he would rather be recognised for creating wealth and opportunities for others.Read Also: I got first private jet at 22 &mdash; DangoteDangote made the remarks on Monday while sounding the gong at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) in Lagos to formally launch the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.&ldquo;I don]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-dont-want-to-be-called-richest-man-in-africa-dangote/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-dont-want-to-be-called-richest-man-in-africa-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I don’t want to be called richest man in Africa — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS &mdash; President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said he no longer wants to be described as the richest man in Africa, saying he would rather be recognised for creating wealth and opportunities for others.Dangote made the remarks on Monday while sounding the gong at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) in Lagos to formally launch the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.&ldquo;I don&rsquo;t want anybody again to call me the richest man i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dont-want-to-be-called-richest-man-in-africa-dangote/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dont-want-to-be-called-richest-man-in-africa-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu orders release of funds to regional development commissions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Soni DanielAbuja: President Bola Tinubu on Monday directed the timely release of funds to the Regional Development Commissions, warning their boards and managements against corruption, waste and the execution of projects that do not directly benefit the people.Tinubu gave the directive while declaring open the first North Central Stakeholders Development Summit organised by the North Central Development Commission in Abuja on Monday.The President, who was represented at the event by the Secr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-orders-release-of-funds-to-regional-development-commissions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-orders-release-of-funds-to-regional-development-commissions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I got first private jet at 22 — Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS &mdash; President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has disclosed that he acquired his first private jet at the age of 22 and a half.Dangote made the disclosure on Monday at the Nigerian Exchange in Lagos during the formal launch of the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals.Reflecting on his journey as a businessman, the billionaire industrialist said he had enjoyed his career but now placed greater emphasis on channeling wealth into pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-got-first-private-jet-at-22-dangote/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-got-first-private-jet-at-22-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 North African countries where it snows]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people search for African countries snow, they may be surprised to learn that parts of the continent experience regular snowfall during the winter months. While Africa is often associated with warm temperatures, deserts and tropical climates, several countries have mountainous regions where temperatures fall low enough for snow.Snow falls in several North African countries, particularly in mountainous areas where higher elevations bring much colder temperatures during winter.The Atlas Moun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/3-north-african-countries-where-it-snows/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/3-north-african-countries-where-it-snows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High petrol price: NNPC to boost gas supply to CNG operators]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash; Nigeria targets global gas opportunitiesBy Obas Esiedesa, BangkokThe Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has said it is increasing gas supply to operators in the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) value chain as part of efforts to cushion Nigerians from the impact of high petrol prices.Executive Vice President, Gas, Power and New Energy, NNPC Ltd, Olalekan Ogunleye, disclosed this in an interview with Vanguard on the sidelines of the 2026 Gas Technology Exhibition and Confe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/high-petrol-price-nnpc-to-boost-gas-supply-to-cng-operators/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/high-petrol-price-nnpc-to-boost-gas-supply-to-cng-operators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cartoon: What’s democracy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vanguard News<br />
The post Cartoon: What&rsquo;s democracy? appeared first on Vanguard News.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-whats-democracy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cartoon-whats-democracy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PANDEF mourns Bamanga Tukur, recalls ports reforms]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has mourned the death of former Minister and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur.PANDEF said Tukur, who died on Saturday at the age of 90, made significant contributions to the development of Nigeria, particularly during his tenure at the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA).In a condolence statement signed by its National Chair]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pandef-mourns-bamanga-tukur-recalls-ports-reforms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pandef-mourns-bamanga-tukur-recalls-ports-reforms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Peter Obi to respond only to presidential candidates]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; The Peter Obi Media Office has said the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, will no longer respond directly to attacks, insinuations or criticisms from political surrogates ahead of the 2027 presidential election.The media office said Obi would instead engage directly with presidential candidates on matters concerning the election, policies and his record in public office.In a statement signed on Monday by the spokesman of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-peter-obi-to-respond-only-to-presidential-candidates/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-peter-obi-to-respond-only-to-presidential-candidates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We pay 54 taxes, airline operators lament; it’s just 4 – NCAA]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaFresh disagreement has emerged between the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, and the Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, over the amount of taxes, fees and charges imposed on airlines operating in the country.Read Also:Dangote Refinery IPO opens as stockbrokers express confidence of over-subscriptionWhile the NCAA insisted that, apart from taxes imposed on each ticket, other charges were cost elements associated with aviation operations, AON maintained that airlines were]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/we-pay-54-taxes-airline-operators-lament-its-just-4-ncaa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/we-pay-54-taxes-airline-operators-lament-its-just-4-ncaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Journalist Edward Kijanangoma who will replace Uganda’s late ‘Boy King’]]></title><description><![CDATA[|Ugandan journalist and news anchor Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma has been selected as the next monarch of the Tooro Kingdom, following the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV last month.Kijanangoma, a cousin of the late king, was selected as crown prince on Wednesday by a committee after a search to determine Oyo&rsquo;s successor.The journalist and editor works with the Uganda Broadcasting Corporation, the country&rsquo;s state broadcaster, and is expected to be crowned later this we]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-journalist-edward-kijanangoma-who-will-replace-ugandas-late-boy-king/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-journalist-edward-kijanangoma-who-will-replace-ugandas-late-boy-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Lady flags off incentives to boost maternal, newborn care]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco Agbakwuru &amp; Chidinma ChukwuABUJA &mdash; THE First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday, launched the distribution of incentives to pregnant women, especially those in vulnerable and underserved communities, to promote the increased use of antenatal care and other essential maternal and newborn health services.The intervention, under the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Initiative (MAMII), is aimed at removing the social, economic, cultural and logistical]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/first-lady-flags-off-incentives-to-boost-maternal-newborn-care/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/first-lady-flags-off-incentives-to-boost-maternal-newborn-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why Peter Obi’s wife bag is trending on social media]]></title><description><![CDATA[The luxury handbag reportedly carried by Margaret Obi, wife of former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential hopeful Peter Obi, has sparked a fresh debate on social media over the politician&rsquo;s public image of prudence.The bag, identified in reports as a Herm&egrave;s Kelly, has attracted widespread attention online following claims that it is worth more than &#8358;250 million.The controversy has prompted reactions from critics and commentators, with some questioning whether the rep]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-peter-obis-wife-bag-is-trending-on-social-media/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-peter-obis-wife-bag-is-trending-on-social-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[47 applicants lose N51.8m to fake Cross River LG jobs]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ike UchechukwuCALABAR &mdash; No fewer than 47 applicants lost more than N51.8 million after allegedly paying individuals who claimed they could secure local government appointments for them in Cross River State, the state government&rsquo;s investigative panel has found.Chairman of the Cross River State Local Government Service Commission, Nsa Ekpo, disclosed this on Monday while fielding questions from journalists in Calabar.Ekpo said the panel found that the affected applicants paid amoun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/47-applicants-lose-n518m-to-fake-cross-river-lg-jobs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/47-applicants-lose-n518m-to-fake-cross-river-lg-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Nigeria has no business with poverty’ — Obasanjo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Nigeria has no justification to be poor, blaming the country&rsquo;s persistent poverty partly on policies that encourage imports at the expense of local production.Obasanjo said Nigeria has the land, water, rainfall and human resources needed to produce enough to meet its needs and create wealth.The former president spoke during an interview on C-Suite Cafe, hosted by Ikem Okuhu.&ldquo;Give me one reason why Nigeria should be poor. Is it the land that we]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-has-no-business-with-poverty-obasanjo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-has-no-business-with-poverty-obasanjo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[N18bn Nigeria Airways Payment: NUP applauds Tinubu, renews call for subsidy relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; THE Nigeria Union of Pensioners, (NUP) has praised President Bola Tinubu for initiating the payment of N18 billion in outstanding severance benefits to 2,700 former employees of the defunct Nigeria Airways.The union described the intervention as a long-awaited relief for the beneficiaries, who had waited for more than two decades to receive their entitlements.In a statement issued by its National President, Comrade Godwin Abumisi, NUP said it was pleased that]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n18bn-nigeria-airways-payment-nup-applauds-tinubu-renews-call-for-subsidy-relief/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/n18bn-nigeria-airways-payment-nup-applauds-tinubu-renews-call-for-subsidy-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria, India aim to rebuild trade to $15bn as Modi pushes for more crude purchases]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash;Expand cooperation in defence, pharmaceuticals, digital technology, fintech, renewable energy, creative industriesBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; NIGERIA and India have agreed to strengthen their strategic economic ties, with India seeking to resume crude oil purchases from Nigeria as both countries work to restore bilateral trade to its previous peak of nearly $15 billion.The commitment followed a bilateral meeting between Vice President Kashim Shettima and Indian Prime Minister Nar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-india-aim-to-rebuild-trade-to-15bn-as-modi-pushes-for-more-crude-purchases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-india-aim-to-rebuild-trade-to-15bn-as-modi-pushes-for-more-crude-purchases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi football body vows action against Jota chants, Ronaldo urges life ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saudi Arabian football authorities promised to take action and Cristiano Ronaldo called for life bans after rival fans taunted Al-Hilal&rsquo;s Ruben Neves about the death of Diogo Jota, his friend and former Portugal team-mate.Chants about Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal forward who died in a car crash last year, rang out during Al-Hilal&rsquo;s 6-0 away win over Al-Taawoun on Saturday.&ldquo;The league must take action and punish this kind of fan behaviour,&rdquo; Saudi-based Portugal captai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-football-body-vows-action-against-jota-chants-ronaldo-urges-life-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/saudi-football-body-vows-action-against-jota-chants-ronaldo-urges-life-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 Women’s World Cup: Round of 16 fixtures [Full list]]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets will take on England in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup after the knockout fixtures were finalised on Sunday.Nigeria booked its place in the knockout phase in emphatic fashion, defeating New Caledonia 10-1 in their final Group F encounter.The result saw the Falconets finish second in the group with four points and secure a place among the last 16 teams in the competition.Their next challenge will be England, with the two sides scheduled to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-round-of-16-fixtures-full-list/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-round-of-16-fixtures-full-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool will have to accept ‘ups and downs’, says Iraola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andoni Iraola admitted there would be &ldquo;ups and downs&rdquo; for Liverpool as he searches for consistency early in his Anfield reign following a stuttering start to the season.The former Bournemouth boss, who replaced the sacked Arne Slot, oversaw a frustrating 0-0 stalemate against Fulham on Saturday, following morale-boosting wins over Ipswich and Atletico Madrid.Liverpool, already well off the pace in the Premier League, next face goal-shy Tottenham in the third round of the League Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/liverpool-will-have-to-accept-ups-and-downs-says-iraola/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/liverpool-will-have-to-accept-ups-and-downs-says-iraola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Without Nigeria, apartheid wouldn’t have ended in South Africa — Obasanjo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ayobami OkerindeFormer President Olusegun Obasanjo says South Africa would not have ended apartheid when it did without Nigeria&rsquo;s support for the struggle against white minority rule.Obasanjo said Nigeria&rsquo;s involvement in the anti-apartheid campaign was driven by the conviction that no Black person should be treated as inferior because of their skin colour, adding that Nigeria supported the campaign without expecting any personal or national reward in return.The former president]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/without-nigeria-apartheid-wouldnt-have-ended-in-south-africa-obasanjo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/without-nigeria-apartheid-wouldnt-have-ended-in-south-africa-obasanjo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote Refinery IPO opens as stockbrokers express confidence of over-subscription]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter EgwuatuThe N2.2 trillion Initial Public Offering, IPO of Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise, has officially opened today for subscription.Stockbrokers have expressed confidence in the offer stressing that it will be fully subscribed.<br />
The stockbrokers who spoke to Vanguard at the ongoing &ldquo;Facts behind the offer presentations and opening gong ceremony&rdquo; today expressed happiness over the offer saying it will help to deepen the market.Commenting, Olatunde]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-refinery-ipo-opens-as-stockbrokers-express-confidence-of-over-subscription/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-refinery-ipo-opens-as-stockbrokers-express-confidence-of-over-subscription/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG condemns fresh killing of Nigerians in South Africa, calls for probe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has condemned the killings of two Nigerians in South Africa, and demanded a thorough, transparent and expeditious investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the demand in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Mr Oluwafemi Adeniyi, at the weekend in Abuja.The demand followed reports of the recent killing of two Nigerian nationals &ndash; Bishop Taiwo Fakunle and Mr James Uchechukwu Nwankwo.According to the ministry,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-condemns-fresh-killing-of-nigerians-in-south-africa-calls-for-probe/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-condemns-fresh-killing-of-nigerians-in-south-africa-calls-for-probe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops rescue eight victims, apprehend six ISWAP members in Borno, Adamawa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Troops have rescued eight abductees and arrested six suspected terrorists and collaborators in separate operations across Borno and Adamawa.An operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday said the operations were conducted between Sept. 11 and 13.The report said the operations also led to the arrest of suspected terrorist logistics suppliers and collaborators, disruption of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and arrest of illegal miners.It said the troops of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-eight-victims-apprehend-six-iswap-members-in-borno-adamawa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-rescue-eight-victims-apprehend-six-iswap-members-in-borno-adamawa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos under Sanwo-Olu creates more dollar millionaires than most African nations – Omokri]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has declared that Lagos State under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has produced more dollar millionaires than most African countries.Omokri made the assertion during an appearance on Channels Television&rsquo;s Sunday Politics programme, where he discussed Nigeria&rsquo;s cost-of-living challenges and economic performance.He linked the development to the state&rsquo;s rapid expansion, noting that Lagos&rsquo;s Gross Domestic Product had risen from less]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-under-sanwo-olu-creates-more-dollar-millionaires-than-most-african-nations-omokri/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-under-sanwo-olu-creates-more-dollar-millionaires-than-most-african-nations-omokri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wike’s Rainbow Coalition will deliver Tinubu in 2027 — Nwuche]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John AlechenuABUJA &mdash; Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the South-South Development Commission, Rt. Hon. Chibudom Nwuche, has said the Rainbow Coalition put together by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, will deliver President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.Nwuche stated this in Abuja on Monday while commending Wike for what he described as his outstanding performance, courage and political sagacity.He said]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-will-deliver-tinubu-in-2027-nwuche/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wikes-rainbow-coalition-will-deliver-tinubu-in-2027-nwuche/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ADC: Court adjourns suit against Mark, Aregbesola]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday adjourned a suit filed by Mr Nafiu-Bala Gombe, seeking to stop the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from parading themselves as leaders of the party until Sept. 28.The case, which was fixed for hearing of all pending applications, could not proceed because the presiding judge, Justice Peter Lifu, did not sit.The case was subsequently fixed for Sept. 28.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Justice Lifu had, on J]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adc-court-adjourns-suit-against-mark-aregbesola/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adc-court-adjourns-suit-against-mark-aregbesola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China bans drones in capital Beijing, citing security]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beijing will ban the possession of drones within city limits under new rules from November, further tightening regulations that already prohibited the sale of the devices.The rules, announced on Sunday and due to take effect on November 15, forbid possessing or storing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the Chinese capital and ban flights in its airspace.Transporting drones or their components into Beijing will also be forbidden.Authorities will offer subsidies for owners to scrap their gadgets]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-bans-drones-in-capital-beijing-citing-security/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-bans-drones-in-capital-beijing-citing-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China slams report it gave Iran intel before deadly strike on US base]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beijing rejected on Monday &ldquo;groundless&rdquo; reports that Chinese entities supplied Tehran with satellite images of a military base housing US troops in Jordan, before and after an Iranian strike killed three American soldiers.The reports by the Wall Street Journal over the weekend related to July 17 missile strikes launched by Iran on the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.Unnamed American officials cited in the Journal&rsquo;s reporting did not name the Chinese entities involved, and di]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-slams-report-it-gave-iran-intel-before-deadly-strike-on-us-base/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-slams-report-it-gave-iran-intel-before-deadly-strike-on-us-base/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Houthis target Saudi base as Iran denies involvement in Yemen war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yemen&rsquo;s Houthis launched a fresh barrage of missile and drone attacks on Saudi military targets on Monday, as Iran denied any involvement in the country&rsquo;s revived civil war.The group, fighting the Saudi-backed, internationally recognised government, last week seized control of Yemen&rsquo;s Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, which has become vital as the wider US-Iran war chokes the Strait of Hormuz.The Houthis said they fired dozens of drones and missiles at the kingdom, p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthis-target-saudi-base-as-iran-denies-involvement-in-yemen-war/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthis-target-saudi-base-as-iran-denies-involvement-in-yemen-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian newspapers review: Fuel price rises, deepens pressure on transporters, businesses, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the surge in international crude oil prices above $100 per barrel which is pushing up petrol prices across Nigeria, with major marketers raising pump prices and creating fresh pressure on transporters, commuters, households and businesses.Another headline features the Dangote Petroleum Refinery opening its landmark N2.15 trillion initial public offer (IPO) today.Vanguard also reports that as primary and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-fuel-price-rises-deepens-pressure-on-transporters-businesses-others/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-fuel-price-rises-deepens-pressure-on-transporters-businesses-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi’s Credentials: LP disowns Arabambi, says he was suspended]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John AlechenuABUJA &mdash; The Labour Party, LP, has distanced itself from Abayomi Arabambi, who instituted a suit against the West African Examinations Council, WAEC, the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, over the academic records of former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.The party said Arabambi ceased to be a member following his suspension by its National Executive Council, NEC, and subsequent ratification of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obis-credentials-lp-disowns-arabambi-says-he-was-suspended/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obis-credentials-lp-disowns-arabambi-says-he-was-suspended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen kill 13, injure many in fresh Plateau attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Golok Nanmwa, JosAt least 13 persons were killed in separate attacks on communities in Jos South, Mangu and Riyom Local Government Areas of Plateau State on Sunday night, with nine of the victims being passengers travelling to Jos.The passengers were killed when suspected terrorists opened fire on their vehicle at Dungus community in Jos South Local Government Area, while other victims were killed in separate attacks in Mangu and Riyom.Spokesman of the Berom Youth Moulders, BYM, Rwang Tengwo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-kill-13-injure-many-in-fresh-plateau-attacks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-kill-13-injure-many-in-fresh-plateau-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign nationals targeted in S/Africa’s extortion explosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A South African and his two sons, one a police officer, appeared before a Cape Town magistrate last month accused of extorting around 50 convenience stores run by Ethiopians and Somalis.Also in the dock was a Somali alleged to have collected &ldquo;protection fees&rdquo; from the shopkeepers outside Stellenbosch, the winelands capital 40 kilometres (25 miles) from Cape Town.The trial has highlighted the targeting of foreign-owned &ldquo;spaza&rdquo; shops in a growing extortion economy that pre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-nationals-targeted-in-safricas-extortion-explosion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/foreign-nationals-targeted-in-safricas-extortion-explosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos APC gov candidate, Hamzat visits churches ahead of 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Femi Hamzat, has intensified engagements with Christian communities in the state, visiting churches ahead of the 2027 governorship election.Hamzat disclosed the visits in posts on his X account on Sunday.He said he joined the Love of Christ Generation Church in Oniru, Lagos, to commemorate the church&rsquo;s 19th anniversary.&ldquo;Nineteen years of continuous service and impact in our communities is an admirable feat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-apc-gov-candidate-hamzat-visits-churches-ahead-of-2027/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-apc-gov-candidate-hamzat-visits-churches-ahead-of-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I deserve Ballon d’Or this year — Barca’s Yamal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal believes he and Kylian Mbappe are the two best players in the world and said he deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d&rsquo;Or after a trophy-laden year with Barcelona and Spain.&ldquo;For me, Mbappe and me, we&rsquo;re the two best players in the world,&rdquo; the 19-year-old Barcelona winger said in an interview on Movistar Plus, excerpts of which were published on Sunday.&ldquo;I honestly think that, as the best in the world, maybe there are two of us, and this year I would deserve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-deserve-ballon-dor-this-year-barcas-yamal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-deserve-ballon-dor-this-year-barcas-yamal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote launches refinery’s N2.15tn IPO on NGX]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, on Monday formally opened the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).Dangote sounded the closing gong at the NGX trading floor in Lagos to mark the commencement of the offer, making it the first refinery to be listed for public subscription on the Nigerian stock market in the Exchange&rsquo;s 66-year history.The IPO, which opened on Monday, September 14, 2026, comprises]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-launches-refinerys-n215tn-ipo-on-ngx/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-launches-refinerys-n215tn-ipo-on-ngx/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concession of Kings College stalls resumption of unity colleges]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adesina WahabThe 155 unity colleges run by the Federal Government across the country did not resume for academic activities on Monday as parents and guardians refused to let their children and wards go back after the long holiday.The development is a fallout from the concession of Kings College, Lagos, to the Old Boys Association, which parents and others are opposed to.Checks by Vanguard across the country showed that the colleges were desolate of students on Monday.Speaking with our corres]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/concession-of-kings-college-stalls-resumption-of-unity-colleges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/concession-of-kings-college-stalls-resumption-of-unity-colleges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Korea coach Moreno denies using ChatGPT to prepare games]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea&rsquo;s new interim coach Robert Moreno said Monday that he wanted to make fans in the country &ldquo;happy&rdquo; after a disastrous World Cup and series of damaging controversies.Former Spain coach Moreno, who was forced to deny earlier this year that he used ChatGPT to prepare for games, will be in charge for friendly matches in the coming months.The Korea Football Association (KFA) said he could stay on for the Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia in January-February, &ldquo;subject to an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-korea-coach-moreno-denies-using-chatgpt-to-prepare-games/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/south-korea-coach-moreno-denies-using-chatgpt-to-prepare-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour Party disowns Arabambi over Obi credential case]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John Alechenu, AbujaThe Labour Party (LP) has said Abayomi Arabambi, who sued the West African Examinations Council, the National Youth Service Corps and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, over Peter Obi&rsquo;s academic records, has since ceased to be its member.National Publicity Secretary of the party, Ken Asogwa, stated this in a statement in Abuja on Monday.Asogwa said the party ignored the report when it first circulated on social media but decided to respond after it appeared in mains]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/labour-party-disowns-arabambi-over-obi-credential-case/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/labour-party-disowns-arabambi-over-obi-credential-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‎Lagos: Commuters stranded as commercial bus drivers strike over alleged extortion]]></title><description><![CDATA[&lrm;By Rosemary Iwunze&lrm;Commuters plying the Iyana-Ipaja/Iyana-Iba axis of Lagos are currently stranded as commercial bus drivers operating along the route embarked on a strike over alleged extortion by law enforcement and transport regulatory agencies.&lrm;Vanguard investigation revealed that the drivers were protesting alleged incessant extortion by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA; the Police; the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC; and members of the National Union of R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-commuters-stranded-as-commercial-bus-drivers-strike-over-alleged-extortion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-commuters-stranded-as-commercial-bus-drivers-strike-over-alleged-extortion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adamawa declares Monday work-free day in honour of Bamanga Tukur]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has declared Monday a work-free day to honour the late Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, former governor of the defunct Gongola State.Tukur, a prominent elder statesman and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was buried in Yola on Sunday after funeral prayers at the Lamido&rsquo;s Palace.Fintiri, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Humwashi Wonosikou, said the declaration was to enable residents to pay their last respects to the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adamawa-declares-monday-work-free-day-in-honour-of-bamanga-tukur/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adamawa-declares-monday-work-free-day-in-honour-of-bamanga-tukur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zverev holds off Shelton to win US Open title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexander Zverev held off Ben Shelton to win the US Open on Sunday, capturing the second Grand Slam of his career just months after winning the French Open.The top-seeded German ruthlessly snuffed out a late surge by Shelton to triumph 6-3, 7-6 (7/2), 5-7, 6-2, ending the eighth seed&rsquo;s bid to become the first US man in 23 years to win a Grand Slam title.Zverev expunged the bitter memory of his 2020 US Open defeat, when he was two points from victory before falling to Dominic Thiem in five]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zverev-holds-off-shelton-to-win-us-open-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zverev-holds-off-shelton-to-win-us-open-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reno Omokri’s ₦3,000 claim detached From reality — Onoh]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Denis AgboABUJA &mdash; Former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri, has come under criticism from former South-East spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Josef Onoh, over his claim that an average Nigerian can comfortably live on a daily budget of &#8358;3,000.Onoh described the claim as economically unrealistic and disconnected from the current cost-of-living situation facing Nigerian househ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/reno-omokris-3000-claim-detached-from-reality-onoh/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/reno-omokris-3000-claim-detached-from-reality-onoh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Terror Alert: CAN, Muslims tighten security in Osun]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina Abubakar, OsogboFollowing an alert by the Department of State Services, DSS, over an alleged plan to attack worship centres in Osun State, the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, and the Muslim community have adopted measures to prevent possible attacks.The development followed separate meetings between the DSS and religious leaders in Osogbo last week, where they were reportedly advised to take precautionary measures against possible attacks.The alert came amid an intelligence repo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/terror-alert-can-muslims-tighten-security-in-osun/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/terror-alert-can-muslims-tighten-security-in-osun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA/CAF Intervention: NFF needs experienced hands — Onyeabor]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chinedu AdonuA legal practitioner and football stakeholder, Joe Onyeabor, has urged the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, to prioritise competence, experience and proven capacity as FIFA and CAF move to intervene in the crisis surrounding the administration of Nigerian football.Onyeabor, who specifically backed the consideration of Rangers International Chief Executive Officer and General Manager, Amobi Ezeaku, for a greater role in the proposed restructuring of the NFF, said Nigerian footba]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifacaf-intervention-nff-needs-experienced-hands-onyeabor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifacaf-intervention-nff-needs-experienced-hands-onyeabor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDC condemns attack on members in Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; The National Leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has condemned the alleged attack on its members during a grassroots meeting in Obuoffia Ward, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State.The party described the incident as unprovoked and warned against what it called incessant assaults on its members by suspected state-sponsored thugs.In a statement issued late Sunday by the National Publicity Secretary of the NDC, Osa Director, the party said it]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ndc-condemns-attack-on-members-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ndc-condemns-attack-on-members-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos Coastal Road: Concerned citizen alleges clash between FG, Lagos officials]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;seeks Tinubu&rsquo;s intervention over alleged obstruction of Federal Task ForceBy Florencemary NwabuezeTension is reportedly mounting along portions of the Lagos Coastal Road over alleged moves by officials of the Lagos State Government to obstruct the activities of a Federal Government Task Force saddled with the recovery and protection of Federal landed properties and enforcement of the approved coastal highway setback.The allegation was contained in a statement issued by Ismaila Ali]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-coastal-road-concerned-citizen-alleges-clash-between-fg-lagos-officials/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-coastal-road-concerned-citizen-alleges-clash-between-fg-lagos-officials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video: Desmond Elliot begs Gbajabiamila for forgiveness, seeks return to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos State House of Assembly member, Desmond Elliot, has apologised to Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, over his actions during the last All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in Lagos.<br />
'I'm sorry.'&ndash; Desmond Elliot begs Gbajabiamila for forgiveness, seeks return to APC pic.twitter.com/RQaBwLFdSg&mdash; Vanguard Newspapers (@vanguardngrnews) September 14, 2026<br />
Elliot is seen in a video circulating on social media, on his knees pleading with Gbajabiamil]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-desmond-elliot-begs-gbajabiamila-for-forgiveness-seeks-return-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-desmond-elliot-begs-gbajabiamila-for-forgiveness-seeks-return-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Desmond Elliot begs Gbajabiamila for forgiveness, seeks return to APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos State House of Assembly member, Desmond Elliot, has apologised to Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, over his actions during the last All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in Lagos.Elliot is seen in a video circulating on social media, on his knees pleading with Gbajabiamila for forgiveness and seeking reintegration into the ruling party in Lagos.&ldquo;I&rsquo;m sorry, I have no excuse, I have nothing other than to say I&rsquo;m deeply sorry and I am h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/desmond-elliot-begs-gbajabiamila-for-forgiveness-seeks-return-to-apc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/desmond-elliot-begs-gbajabiamila-for-forgiveness-seeks-return-to-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 14, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian naira opened the new week relatively stable against the United States dollar, with the official market rate remaining significantly below the parallel-market quotation.At the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the dollar is currently around&nbsp;&#8358;1,326.84, according to live exchange&nbsp;rate data for Monday, September 14, 2026.The parallel market, meanwhile, is trading the dollar at about&nbsp;&#8358;1,380 to buy and&nbsp;&#8358;1,390 to sell, based on the latest avail]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-14-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-september-14-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stealing from the poor is Abuja’s favourite game]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dele Sobowale<br />
Two former Ministers of Humanitarian Services &ndash; one sacked but allowed to go home and the other now on the run &ndash; symbolize how public servants in Abuja view Nigeria&rsquo;s poor people. They are not to be helped; they are to be robbed. President Tinubu, like his predecessors, Jonathan and Buhari &ndash; is just finding that out the hard way.&nbsp;If he wants to know why the poor people are not experiencing the positive impacts of his reforms, he will be well advised]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/stealing-from-the-poor-is-abujas-favourite-game/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/stealing-from-the-poor-is-abujas-favourite-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stock market losses N1.9trn to profit-taking]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;Analysts finger Dangote Refinery IPOBy Peter EgwuatuThe Nigerian equities market reversed bullish trend last week, as N1.9 trillion was lost to widespread profit-taking across major stocks.The market was bullish penultimate week, as investors gained N3.73 trillion on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX.However, last week&rsquo;s trading was characterised by heavy selling pressure across banking, industrial goods, consumer, oil and gas, and insurance stocks, with the bearish sentiment exten]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/stock-market-losses-n19trn-to-profit-taking/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/stock-market-losses-n19trn-to-profit-taking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryna Isah emerges Little Miss Amazing Nigeria 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ayo OnikoyiWARRI, Delta &mdash; Ryna Isah, who represented Delta State as &ldquo;Warrior Delta,&rdquo; has emerged winner of the 2026 Little Miss Amazing Nigeria beauty pageant.Isah was crowned Little Miss Amazing Nigeria 2026 at the grand finale held on September 6, 2026, in Warri, Delta State.The event brought together young girls from different parts of the country who competed in activities designed to test and showcase their confidence, intelligence, creativity, talent, discipline and l]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ryna-isah-emerges-little-miss-amazing-nigeria-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ryna-isah-emerges-little-miss-amazing-nigeria-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manufacturers’ unsold goods rise to N1.7trn]]></title><description><![CDATA[***As cost of operations rises***Dangote Cement, UACN lead inventory build-up<br />
***Financial experts give more insight, proffer way out<br />
By Peter EgwuatuManufacturing companies across sectors listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, entered the second quarter of 2026 with combined inventories (unsold goods) of about N1.77 trillion, even as their cost of sales rose to N1.43 trillion, highlighting the growing financial pressures confronting businesses and consumers.Financial Vanguard findings s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/manufacturers-unsold-goods-rise-to-n17trn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/manufacturers-unsold-goods-rise-to-n17trn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benue blockade of Peter Obi unacceptable]]></title><description><![CDATA[The September 8, 2026 blockade of Peter Obi&rsquo;s convoy in Benue State, as he travelled to Yelwata to commiserate with families devastated by the June 2025 massacre, is a disturbing development that must not be dismissed as a mere quarrel between politicians. It raises a fundamental question about the health of Nigeria&rsquo;s democracy, where an opposition presidential candidate can easily be obstructed and intimidated.The circumstances surrounding the incident make it particularly troublin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benue-blockade-of-peter-obi-unacceptable/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benue-blockade-of-peter-obi-unacceptable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi and the hard road to a new Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Fred ChukwuelobePeter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2027 election, sat down with Arise Television anchor Ojy Okpe for an extensive conversation on the election and a wide range of issues confronting Nigeria. It was one of those interviews that leaves you with plenty to think about long after the television has gone off.Obi spoke about his plans to ensure that the votes of Nigerians are respected, what he would do if he loses a free, fair and cred]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-and-the-hard-road-to-a-new-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-and-the-hard-road-to-a-new-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A campaign of accusations: Sheikh Jingir, General Chris Musa, and Dr Datti Baba-Ahmed, by Suleiman A. Suleiman]]></title><description><![CDATA[(suleimansuleiman@dailytrust.com;&nbsp;07066451983 SMS)It has been just over a month since the 2027 election campaign season officially kicked off. So far, the campaign has been dominated by debates on competing economic policies, particularly the fuel subsidy removal policy. However, it is also becoming increasingly clear that the election will not be fought on policy debates alone. Religion, ethnicity, and age-old political whispers, rumours, and wild accusations, often borne of personal inte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-campaign-of-accusations-sheikh-jingir-general-chris-musa-and-dr-datti-baba-ahmed-by-suleiman-a-suleiman/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-campaign-of-accusations-sheikh-jingir-general-chris-musa-and-dr-datti-baba-ahmed-by-suleiman-a-suleiman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fuel price rises, deepens pressure on homes, businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[***Transporters, commuters toolMRS raises pump price to N1,400/litre<br />
***NNPC stations move to N1,375/litre lIndependent marketers raise prices to N1,400/litreBy Udeme Akpan &amp; Mariam EkoThe surge in international crude oil prices above $100 per barrel is pushing up petrol prices across Nigeria, with major marketers raising pump prices and creating fresh pressure on transporters, commuters, households and businesses.MRS filling stations have increased their petrol price to N1,400 per litre fr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-price-rises-deepens-pressure-on-homes-businesses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-price-rises-deepens-pressure-on-homes-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The spike in the drink of our political leaders, by Owei Lakemfa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democracy, at least theoretically, is about choice. I have no doubt that our political leaders agree. However, the problem many of those in power have is that Nigerian voters are not mature enough to exercise their right to make a choice. So, they need to be tutored and guided. But if the voters fail to follow simple instructions on who to vote for, they will be punished. Some of the teacher-politicians prefer simple sanctions. Some, severe, such as expulsion from their residential or work area]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-spike-in-the-drink-of-our-political-leaders-by-owei-lakemfa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-spike-in-the-drink-of-our-political-leaders-by-owei-lakemfa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leadership Man of the Year: Why Abdul Samad, Nduka matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Garba ShehuThis year, the Leadership newspaper is conferring its prestigious Man of the Year award on two Nigerian icons in recognition of their leadership journeys:Prince Nduka Obaigbena, one of Nigeria&rsquo;s most famous and admired media figures, is a man who shaped, and continues to shape, different eras in Nigerian journalism.Abdul Samad Isyaku Rabi&rsquo;u, born on August 4, 1960, is a Nigerian billionaire businessman and cement magnate.His is a name that goes far beyond the boardroom]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/leadership-man-of-the-year-why-abdul-samad-nduka-matter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/leadership-man-of-the-year-why-abdul-samad-nduka-matter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fr Alia, the seduction of power, and the Catholic duty to pray]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chris AgbedoI have read Valentine Obienyem&rsquo;s &ldquo;Fr. Alia and the Seduction of Power&rdquo; with a mixture of concern and sadness. Concern, because the conduct attributed to Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, Governor of Benue State, raises questions that deserve serious scrutiny. Sadness, because the article, in its passionate condemnation of the priest-governor, seems to me to cross a line that a Catholic should approach with considerably greater caution.Let me state my position plainly. I d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fr-alia-the-seduction-of-power-and-the-catholic-duty-to-pray/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fr-alia-the-seduction-of-power-and-the-catholic-duty-to-pray/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My mind is pure, I didn’t do it — Poco Lee speaks after UK bail release]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian dancer and entertainer, Poco Lee, has spoken for the first time since his release on bail in the United Kingdom, saying he remained mentally strong throughout the ordeal because he knew he was innocent of the allegation against him.Poco Lee made the disclosure during a video call with social commentator VeryDarkMan, which was shared on Sunday.The dancer said his major concern while he was away was the welfare of his associates and the impact of his absence on their business activities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-mind-is-pure-i-didnt-do-it-poco-lee-speaks-after-uk-bail-release/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 02:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-mind-is-pure-i-didnt-do-it-poco-lee-speaks-after-uk-bail-release/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Pyrates confraternity warns APC, political parties to desist from voter harassment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has called on the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC) and the leadership of all political parties in Nigeria to desist from harassment of voters ahead of the 2027 election.The NAS Cap&rsquo;n, Dr Charles Meribole, in a statement entitled &rdquo; 2027 elections: A Choice, Not Warfare&rsquo;&rsquo; expressed concerns over the disturbing trend of rising political intolerance in Nigeria&rsquo;s political landscape.Merib]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-pyrates-confraternity-warns-apc-political-parties-to-desist-from-voter-harassment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 02:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-pyrates-confraternity-warns-apc-political-parties-to-desist-from-voter-harassment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School resumption: Parents lament as fees go up 40%]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;.Fuel price hike may hamper school run<br />
..School owners rue unpaid bills, high running cost<br />
&hellip;Parents should not be discouraged &ndash; NUT<br />
..Uncertainty over resumption in unity collegesBy Adesina Wahab and Dayo JohnsonAs primary and secondary schools reopen across the country on Monday, parents and guardians are set to contend with higher school fees, with checks by Vanguard showing that many private schools have increased their charges by between 30 and 40 per cent.Even parents]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/school-resumption-parents-lament-as-fees-go-up-40/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 01:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/school-resumption-parents-lament-as-fees-go-up-40/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Mary Leads Us to Jesus’ — Ozigbo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nwabueze OkonkwoONITSHA &mdash; Thousands of Catholics and other Christian faithful from Anambra State and neighbouring states converged on Onitsha to celebrate the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus Christ.The event, organised by the Faithspiration Initiative, was themed, &ldquo;Fill the Jars, Make Room for Fresh Wine,&rdquo; drawn from John 2:1-11.The celebration featured the 2026 edition of Ave Maria Praise, performances by gospel artistes, lectures, comedy, prayers and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mary-leads-us-to-jesus-ozigbo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mary-leads-us-to-jesus-ozigbo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferran Torres fires PSG to first win of Ligue 1 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres was on target as champions Paris Saint-Germain finally got their Ligue 1 campaign up and running with a 1-0 win at Brest on Sunday.Prior to their trip to Brittany, Luis Enrique&rsquo;s double Champions League-winning side had managed just two points from their opening three matches in an uncharacteristically sluggish start to the league season.They began their quest to win a third consecutive Champions League title by thrashing Slovan Bratislava 6-1 on Wednesday and four days late]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ferran-torres-fires-psg-to-first-win-of-ligue-1-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ferran-torres-fires-psg-to-first-win-of-ligue-1-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Referee body admits ‘error’ for Haaland goal in Manchester derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Professional Game Referees (Pro Ref) admitted Sunday that the decision to allow Erling Haaland&rsquo;s winner in Manchester City&rsquo;s 1-0 victory over Manchester United was an &ldquo;error of judgment&rdquo;.With City down to 10 men after Phil Foden&rsquo;s dismissal for kicking Bruno Fernandes, Haaland netted on the hour mark with a close-range finish from Josko Gvardiol&rsquo;s cross.The goal was initially disallowed for offside against Haaland but VAR eventually overturned that decision,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/referee-body-admits-error-for-haaland-goal-in-manchester-derby/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/referee-body-admits-error-for-haaland-goal-in-manchester-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023: Cyberattacks targeted INEC platforms — Okoye]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Festus Okoye, has said the commission&rsquo;s digital platforms were targeted by cyberattacks during the 2023 presidential election.Okoye disclosed this in an interview on Deep Insights, a podcast hosted by Austin Agbonsuremi.Ahead of the 2023 elections, INEC had assured Nigerians that polling unit results would be uploaded to its Result Viewing Portal, IReV, an online platform that enables voters, political]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2023-cyberattacks-targeted-inec-platforms-okoye/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2023-cyberattacks-targeted-inec-platforms-okoye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen abduct six Islamic clerics in Zamfara]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gunmen have abducted six Islamic clerics along the Dakko-Damri feeder road in Bakura Local Government Area of Zamfara State.The Zamfara State Police Public Relations Officer, Yazid Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, saying the clerics were travelling to Talata Mafara when their vehicle was intercepted by armed bandits on Saturday.According to Abubakar, the incident occurred around 11:30am when the assailants, reportedly armed with sophisticated weapons, ambushed the vehicle and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-abduct-six-islamic-clerics-in-zamfara/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-abduct-six-islamic-clerics-in-zamfara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insurgency destroyed over 5,000 Borno schools — Zulum]]></title><description><![CDATA[MAIDUGURI &mdash; Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has said the insurgency in the state destroyed more than 5,000 school structures and forced about 2.2 million children out of school at the peak of the crisis.Zulum stated this on Sunday in Maiduguri while inaugurating several completed projects across the state.The governor said the destruction of schools, coupled with the loss of teachers and school administrators, severely disrupted education in Borno.&ldquo;The insurgency destroyed mor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insurgency-destroyed-over-5000-borno-schools-zulum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insurgency-destroyed-over-5000-borno-schools-zulum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG backs Taraba mineral development]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Femi BolajiJALINGO &mdash; The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Oladele Henry Alake, has pledged the Federal Government&rsquo;s institutional support for Taraba State&rsquo;s efforts to attract credible investments and transform the state into a major mining hub in Nigeria.Alake gave the assurance at the weekend in Jalingo during the Taraba State Solid Minerals Investment Roundtable 2026, which brought together government officials, licensed mining operators and prospective investo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-backs-taraba-mineral-development/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-backs-taraba-mineral-development/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There was FBI investigation but Tinubu not involved — Omokri]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has admitted that an FBI investigation involving people connected to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu took place, but maintained that the President was not the target of the probe.Omokri, who spoek on Channels Television&rsquo;s &lsquo;Politics Today&rsquo; on Sunday, said the controversy surrounding the US records had been driven by what he described as a misleading interpretation of Tinubu&rsquo;s connection to funds that were subject to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/there-was-fbi-investigation-but-tinubu-not-involved-omokri/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/there-was-fbi-investigation-but-tinubu-not-involved-omokri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCC raises alarm over call masking]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Juliet UmehThe Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has raised the alarm over the resurgence of call masking in the country&rsquo;s telecommunications industry, warning that the practice threatens industry revenues, national security and the integrity of Nigeria&rsquo;s telecommunications ecosystem.The telecom regulator described call masking as an act of economic sabotage capable of adversely affecting the national economy, warning that it would not tolerate the practice.The warning was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncc-raises-alarm-over-call-masking/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncc-raises-alarm-over-call-masking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benue IDP father seeks help after wife dies giving birth]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter Duru, MakurdiA 26-year-old Internally Displaced Person, IDP, Rochas Mende, from Tse Pen village in Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, has appealed for help after his 23-year-old wife, Sember, died shortly after giving birth to twins.Sember, who lived with her husband at the Ortese IDP camp, died on September 9, 2026, after delivering the babies in their village, where the couple had gone to farm.Mende, while recounting his ordeal, said his wife went]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benue-idp-father-seeks-help-after-wife-dies-giving-birth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benue-idp-father-seeks-help-after-wife-dies-giving-birth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video: ‘I didn’t do what I was accused of’ – Poco Lee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian dancer and entertainer Poco Lee has spoken about his recent situation in the United Kingdom, saying his mind remained clear because he knew he had not committed the offence he was accused of.Poco Lee made the disclosure during a video call with popular social commentator VeryDarkMan, shared on Sunday.Speaking about the ordeal, the dancer said his major concern while he was away was the wellbeing of his associates and business interests.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Martin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-i-didnt-do-what-i-was-accused-of-poco-lee/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-i-didnt-do-what-i-was-accused-of-poco-lee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Africa must build, finance, own its future — Leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Charge young leaders to take control of continent&rsquo;s narrative<br />
&hellip;Oramah: Dangote Refinery helping Africa &lsquo;take back its mind&rsquo;<br />
&hellip;Amina Mohammed: Stop acting as recipients, start shaping global powerBy Udeme AkpanLAGOS &mdash; Prominent African leaders, including Aliko Dangote, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, and former President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, Prof. Benedict Oramah, have challenged a new]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/africa-must-build-finance-own-its-future-leaders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/africa-must-build-finance-own-its-future-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falana tasks FG to sue S-Africa over killings of Nigerians]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGOS&mdash;HUMAN rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana, yesterday, tasked the Federal Government to move beyond diplomatic condemnations and institute legal proceedings against South Africa over the alleged killings and abuse of Nigerians in the country.<br />
Falana&rsquo;s call follows the reported assassination of a Nigerian cleric, Bishop Michael Taiwo Fakunle, in Johannesburg on September 4.<br />
According to Falana, the Bishop was shot dead at his residence by unknown gunmen, after reportedly receiving th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/falana-tasks-fg-to-sue-s-africa-over-killings-of-nigerians/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/falana-tasks-fg-to-sue-s-africa-over-killings-of-nigerians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunmen kill 4, injure one in Plateau attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Golok NanmwaJOS &mdash; At least four people have been killed and another injured in fresh attacks on communities in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, with the Mwaghavul Youth Movement (MYM) calling for investigations and stronger security measures to protect residents.The latest attack occurred in Kinat community, where 29-year-old Katbam Titus was reportedly killed by armed gunmen on the night of September 12, 2026.The Mwaghavul Youth Movement, in a statement issued on Sunday b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-kill-4-injure-one-in-plateau-attacks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gunmen-kill-4-injure-one-in-plateau-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: APC vows to win all seats in Ebonyi]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiABAKALIKI &mdash; The Ebonyi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has vowed to win all elective positions in the state during the 2027 general elections.The resolve was made on Sunday at a meeting of critical stakeholders of the party with the State Working Committee (SWC) at the APC secretariat in Abakaliki.The meeting was attended by members of the National Assembly, state lawmakers, local government chairmen, APC local government chairmen and all cand]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-apc-vows-to-win-all-seats-in-ebonyi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-apc-vows-to-win-all-seats-in-ebonyi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo Police arrest 15 over toxic ‘monkey tail’ drink]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo JohnsonAKURE &mdash; The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the sale and distribution of a local herbal alcoholic mixture popularly known as &ldquo;monkey tail,&rdquo; suspected to have caused the deaths of 30 people in Odigbo Local Government Area of the state.The State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, disclosed this in a statement issued in Akure on Sunday.According to him, one of those arrested is Oloruntoba Babatunde, alias &ldqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-police-arrest-15-over-toxic-monkey-tail-drink/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-police-arrest-15-over-toxic-monkey-tail-drink/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fuel price rise deepens pressure on Nigerians]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;MRS raises pump price to N1,400/litre<br />
&hellip;NNPC stations move to N1,375/litre<br />
&hellip;Independent marketers raise prices to N1,400/litreBy Udeme Akpan &amp; Marian EkoLAGOS &mdash; The surge in international crude oil prices above $100 per barrel is pushing up petrol prices across Nigeria, with major marketers raising pump prices and creating fresh pressure on transporters, commuters, households and businesses.MRS filling stations have increased their petrol price to N1,400 per litre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-price-rise-deepens-pressure-on-nigerians/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fuel-price-rise-deepens-pressure-on-nigerians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: People’s will must prevail — Catholic bishops]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina Abubakar<br />
OSOGBO &mdash; Catholic bishops in Nigeria have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), political parties and candidates contesting the 2027 general elections to ensure that the will of the electorate prevails and desist from manipulating the electoral process.The bishops also commended the resilience of voters in Osun State during the recently held governorship election, urging Nigerians to come out, vote and ensure their votes count in the 2027 electi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-peoples-will-must-prevail-catholic-bishops/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-peoples-will-must-prevail-catholic-bishops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Four major hurdles threaten Obi–Makinde alliance – Presidential aide]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash;AHEAD of the January 16, 2027 presidential election, the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Special Duties, Tunde Rahman has said that four major obstacles could frustrate the emerging rapprochement between the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, involving into a broader opposition alliance.The presidential aide identified personal ambition, zoning, politi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-four-major-hurdles-threaten-obimakinde-alliance-presidential-aide/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-four-major-hurdles-threaten-obimakinde-alliance-presidential-aide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi’s 2027 ambition anchored on past achievements— Media Office]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA&mdash; AHEAD of the 2027 general elections, the Media Office of the Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr Peter Obi, yesterday, insisted that he is prepared for the presidency by performance records and not by political patronage.<br />
According to Peter Obi Media Office, the former Anambra State governor managed a state before seeking to manage a nation when he served the state as governor from 2006 to 2014.<br />
The Spokesman of the POMR, Mr Idris Zekeri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obis-2027-ambition-anchored-on-past-achievements-media-office/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obis-2027-ambition-anchored-on-past-achievements-media-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I really don’t get it’ – Carrick questions VAR decision in Man City defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said it was &ldquo;worrying&rdquo; a team of officials came to the conclusion Erling Haaland&rsquo;s winner should stand as 10-man Manchester City stunned Old Trafford on Sunday.The only goal was originally ruled offside, but that decision was reversed after a lengthy VAR review.Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position as he attempted to head home before the ball reached Haaland, but the Argentine was deemed not to be interfering with play.&ldquo;It&rs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-really-dont-get-it-carrick-questions-var-decision-in-man-city-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-really-dont-get-it-carrick-questions-var-decision-in-man-city-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uber exit exposes Nigeria’s transport, regulatory gaps — Oye]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Chairman of the Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics (AERE), Dele Oye, has said Uber&rsquo;s decision to exit Nigeria after 12 years has exposed gaps in the country&rsquo;s transport and regulatory system, particularly in competition, consumer choice, airport operations and governance.In a statement, Oye said the exit of the global ride-hailing company should prompt a broader review of how Nigeria regulates emerging mobility platforms.He stressed that regulation should protect security]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uber-exit-exposes-nigerias-transport-regulatory-gaps-oye/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uber-exit-exposes-nigerias-transport-regulatory-gaps-oye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur, a colossus of public service — Obasanjo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaFormer President Olusegun Obasanjo has mourned the death of former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, describing the late elder statesman as a patriot, bridge-builder and &ldquo;colossus&rdquo; of public service.Tukur, who died at the age of 91, held several prominent positions in public service, including Governor of the defunct Gongola State, Minister of Industries and Chairman of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). He al]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-a-colossus-of-public-service-obasanjo-2/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-a-colossus-of-public-service-obasanjo-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ekiti guber: Oyebanji formulates six issues before tribunal]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Rotimi OjomoyelaAdo-Ekiti &mdash; Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has formulated six issues for determination before the Election Petition Tribunal hearing petitions arising from the June 20, 2026 governorship election in the state.The governor&rsquo;s issues for determination were contained in papers filed by his legal team led by Dr Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN.Oyebanji, candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), was declared winner of the election by the Independent National]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ekiti-guber-oyebanji-formulates-six-issues-before-tribunal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ekiti-guber-oyebanji-formulates-six-issues-before-tribunal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insecurity: Police arrest 262 suspects, rescue 27 kidnap victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA &mdash; The Nigeria Police Force said on Sunday that its operatives arrested 262 suspected criminals, rescued 27 kidnapped victims and recovered 34 firearms and 375 rounds of live ammunition in nationwide operations conducted between September 5 and 11, 2026.Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Aniete Iniedu, said the operational gains, recorded under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, also included the recovery of 11 vehicles an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-police-arrest-262-suspects-rescue-27-kidnap-victims/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-police-arrest-262-suspects-rescue-27-kidnap-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’ve lost a close ally in Bamanga Tukur’ — IBB]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dapo AkinrefonFormer Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd.), on Sunday, mourned the death of former Governor of old Gongola State, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, saying he had lost a close ally, brother and good friend.Babangida, in a condolence statement, described the late Tukur as a disciplined, selfless and upright leader who consistently answered the call to serve the collective national interest.He said: &ldquo;The hallmarks of his private and public life were exemplary]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ive-lost-a-close-ally-in-bamanga-tukur-ibb/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ive-lost-a-close-ally-in-bamanga-tukur-ibb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s crude oil output rises 0.4% in August — NUPRC]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Obas Esiedesa, BangkokNigeria&rsquo;s crude oil and condensate production rose marginally by 0.4 per cent in August 2026 to 1.68 million barrels per day (bpd), from 1.67 million bpd recorded in July, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has said.The increase came as the country sustained crude oil production at its Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota for the fourth consecutive month.According to the NUPRC&rsquo;s latest production data, combine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-crude-oil-output-rises-04-in-august-nuprc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-crude-oil-output-rises-04-in-august-nuprc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerians in Indian Prisons: The fact of the matter – NIDCOM]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABUJA &mdash; The Federal Government, through the Nigerian High Commission in India, has been attending to the cases of hundreds of Nigerians detained in various prisons across the country, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said.NiDCOM disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, saying officials of the Nigerian High Commission had, as of September 1, visited 198 Nigerian inmates across five prisons in Maharashtra and Mumbai.The commission said more Nigerians were being held in pris]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerians-in-indian-prisons-the-fact-of-the-matter-nidcom/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerians-in-indian-prisons-the-fact-of-the-matter-nidcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Average Nigerian can live on N3,000 daily — Reno Omokri]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Efe OnodjaeNigeria&rsquo;s Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has said the average Nigerian can survive on N3,000 daily, arguing that poverty benchmarks should be considered within the economic context of individual countries.Omokri stated this on Sunday Politics, a television programme, while discussing the cost of living and international poverty standards.He said he had personally visited markets with a journalist, without security, to ascertain the prices of essential food item]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/average-nigerian-can-live-on-n3000-daily-reno-omokri/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/average-nigerian-can-live-on-n3000-daily-reno-omokri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senegal goalkeeper Mendy retires from international football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, 34, announced his international retirement on his social media accounts on Sunday, after eight years and 59 caps with the Lions of Teranga.&ldquo;Jerejef (Thank you) Senegal,&rdquo; Mendy posted in Wolof, the principle language of the country, above a video montage retracing his greatest moments in the Senegal shirt.Born in France, Mendy, who has played top level club football for Marseille, Reims, Rennes and Chelsea and is currently in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ahl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/senegal-goalkeeper-mendy-retires-from-international-football/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/senegal-goalkeeper-mendy-retires-from-international-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’m never usually offside’ — Haaland reacts to controversial goal in Man City win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland said it was a &ldquo;great feeling&rdquo; to seal Man City&rsquo;s controversial 1-0 win at Manchester United on Sunday after the Norway striker&rsquo;s goal survived a contentious VAR review.With City down to 10 men after Phil Foden&rsquo;s dismissal for kicking Bruno Fernandes, Haaland netted on the hour mark with a close-range finish from Josko Gvardiol&rsquo;s cross.The goal was initially disallowed for offside but VAR eventually overturned that decision, even though City mid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-never-usually-offside-haaland-reacts-to-controversial-goal-in-man-city-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-never-usually-offside-haaland-reacts-to-controversial-goal-in-man-city-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur, a colossus of public service – Obasanjo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James OgunnaikeFormer President Olusegun Obasanjo has mourned the death of former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, describing the late elder statesman as a patriot, bridge-builder and &ldquo;colossus&rdquo; of public service.Tukur, who died at the age of 91, held several prominent positions in public service, including Governor of the defunct Gongola State, Minister of Industries and Chairman of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA. He also served as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-a-colossus-of-public-service-obasanjo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-a-colossus-of-public-service-obasanjo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu to BRICS: It’s time to rewrite rules of global governance, finance]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPresident Bola Tinubu on Sunday took centre stage at the ongoing 2026 BRICS Summit, calling for an urgent overhaul of global governance structures and international financial institutions.He called for a more representative, equitable and responsive global governance architecture and international financial system, restating Nigeria&rsquo;s support for institutions that reflect contemporary economic and demographic realities.Speaking at the summit in New Delhi, India, in a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-to-brics-its-time-to-rewrite-rules-of-global-governance-finance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-to-brics-its-time-to-rewrite-rules-of-global-governance-finance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bandits allegedly attack Operation Burst base in Oyo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adeola BadruArmed bandits, in the early hours of Sunday, reportedly attacked an Operation Burst base located within a forest reserve along the Igbeti&ndash;Igboho axis in Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State, setting ablaze a block within the security base and a patrol van.The attack, according to a security update from the Oorelope Local Government Command, occurred between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2026.The security command said it received a distress call rep]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bandits-allegedly-attack-operation-burst-base-in-oyo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bandits-allegedly-attack-operation-burst-base-in-oyo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abi, Araga evicted from BBNaija season 11]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemates Abi and Araga has been evicted from the reality TV show, becoming the latest housemates to leave the &lsquo;Show Ya Sef&rsquo; edition.Abi and Araga&rsquo;s eviction was announced during the live eviction show on Sunday as the competition enters another stage.Their exit comes after the previous eviction round saw Gerard sent out of the competition.Before Gerard, the show had witnessed the evictions of Martins, Mercedes, Kamsy, Cassi, Sultex and Goddessa, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abi-araga-evicted-from-bbnaija-season-11/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abi-araga-evicted-from-bbnaija-season-11/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our riders earn average of N100k per week – Chowdeck CEO, Femi Aluko]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chowdeck CEO, Femi Aluko, has disclosed that riders on the food delivery platform earn an average of N100,000 per week, with the highest-performing riders making significantly more.Aluko made the disclosure during an interview with Channels Television while discussing the earning potential of riders working with the Nigerian food delivery company.According to him, a rider&rsquo;s earnings are largely determined by the number of deliveries completed and the distance covered, as riders are also p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/our-riders-earn-average-of-n100k-per-week-chowdeck-ceo-femi-aluko/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/our-riders-earn-average-of-n100k-per-week-chowdeck-ceo-femi-aluko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Free, fair or not, we’re ready for anything  -  ADC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it is prepared for any outcome ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that it is confident of defeating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) if the election is free and fair.ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, stated this during an interview on the Naija Unfiltered Podcast, while responding to whether the opposition party could realistically defeat the incumbent despite the multiplicity of opposition groups.Abdullahi sa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-free-fair-or-not-were-ready-for-anything-adc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-free-fair-or-not-were-ready-for-anything-adc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland fires 10-man Man City to famous win at Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland fired 10-man Manchester City to a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite Phil Foden&rsquo;s first half red card, to extend a perfect start to Enzo Maresca&rsquo;s reign.Foden kicked out at United captain Bruno Fernandes on 23 minutes, but the home side failed to make the man advantage count and were punished when Haaland&rsquo;s strike was controversially allowed to stand after a VAR review for offside.<br />
The post Haaland fires 10-man Man City to famous win at Man Utd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/haaland-fires-10-man-man-city-to-famous-win-at-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/haaland-fires-10-man-man-city-to-famous-win-at-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yamal shines with brace as Barcelona beat Levante 4-2 to stay perfect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal struck twice to help Barcelona to an exciting 4-2 win at Levante on Sunday in La Liga, extending the Catalans&rsquo; perfect start to the season.Hansi Flick&rsquo;s side reestablished their three point lead over Real Madrid at the top of the table, after Los Blancos beat Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.Xavi Espart opened the scoring for the champions in Valencia with Yamal netting the second and then scoring a penalty early in the second half.Barca may have a 100 percent record so far f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yamal-shines-with-brace-as-barcelona-beat-levante-4-2-to-stay-perfect/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yamal-shines-with-brace-as-barcelona-beat-levante-4-2-to-stay-perfect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Northern governors rally support for Tinubu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA &mdash; Governors from Northern states and senior members of the Federal Executive Council on Sunday converged on Kaduna to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, ahead of the 2027 general elections.The high-powered gathering, which brought together political stakeholders from the 19 Northern states, was held at the Umaru Musa Yar&rsquo;Adua Conference Centre, Kaduna, as part of efforts to str]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-northern-governors-rally-support-for-tinubu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-northern-governors-rally-support-for-tinubu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fishes, periwinkles, crabs return to Ogoni creeks — FG]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Davies IheamnachorPORT HARCOURT &mdash; The Federal Government has said aquatic life and the ecosystem have largely recovered in most creeks across Ogoni, Rivers State, following ongoing environmental remediation efforts.The government also unveiled the second phase of the shoreline cleanup and mangrove restoration programme as part of efforts to complete the environmental restoration of Ogoniland.The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, reaffirmed the Federal Government&rsquo;s commitme]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fishes-periwinkles-crabs-return-to-ogoni-creeks-fg/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fishes-periwinkles-crabs-return-to-ogoni-creeks-fg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ejiofor criticises Charismatic bishops over Tinubu endorsement]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nwabueze OkonkwoONITSHA &mdash; A political analyst, Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has criticised members of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) over their reported endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for a second term in office.Ejiofor described the introduction of religious endorsement into the political arena as dangerous, particularly in an already fragile political environment.In a statement issued at the weekend and titled, &ldquo;T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ejiofor-criticises-charismatic-bishops-over-tinubu-endorsement/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ejiofor-criticises-charismatic-bishops-over-tinubu-endorsement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AOCs: AON raises alarm over infrastructure deficit]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaAirline Operators of Nigeria, AON, has raised the alarm over the increasing number of Air Operator Certificates, AOCs, being issued to new airlines, saying existing aviation infrastructure may not be sufficient to accommodate the expected growth in aircraft.Spokesperson for the AON, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, who welcomed increased competition in the industry, said the concern was not about the emergence of new airlines but whether the infrastructure needed to support their ope]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aocs-aon-raises-alarm-over-infrastructure-deficit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aocs-aon-raises-alarm-over-infrastructure-deficit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos moves to curb dredging abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Commissioner says state adopts data-driven, preventive approach to waterfront managementBy Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS &mdash; The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to tackle flooding, regulate sand dredging and improve the management of its waterfronts and waterways to protect lives, infrastructure and the environment.The State Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Dayo Bush-Alebiosu, disclosed this during an interactive session with newsmen in Maryland, Lagos]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-moves-to-curb-dredging-abuse/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-moves-to-curb-dredging-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘You are a living testimony’ – Soludo celebrates Bishop Ezeokafor at 74]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bishop Ezeokafor Is a Living Testimony&rsquo; &mdash; SoludoBy Vincent UjumaduAWKA &mdash; Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Paulinus Ezeokafor, on his 74th birthday.In a goodwill message, Soludo commended Ezeokafor for dedicating his life to the service of God and humanity through decades of priestly ministry.The governor noted that since his ordination in 1984, Ezeokafor had served as Auxiliary Bishop of Awka Dioces]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/you-are-a-living-testimony-soludo-celebrates-bishop-ezeokafor-at-74/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/you-are-a-living-testimony-soludo-celebrates-bishop-ezeokafor-at-74/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osun: Adeleke’s aide ‘Emir’ killed amid park leadership tussle]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOSOGBO &mdash; Tension has gripped Osogbo, Osun State capital, following the reported killing of an aide and associate of Governor Ademola Adeleke, Dauda Oyeyemi, popularly known as &ldquo;Emir&rdquo;.Oyeyemi was reportedly shot dead by unidentified gunmen on Sunday amid a dispute over the leadership of a motor park in the state.It was gathered that Oyeyemi had been seeking to take over the leadership of the park, which is currently headed by Mr Wakili Nurudeen, popular]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/osun-adelekes-aide-emir-killed-amid-park-leadership-tussle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/osun-adelekes-aide-emir-killed-amid-park-leadership-tussle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insecurity: Kaduna Fulani breeders lose 200,000 cattle, 50 members — MACBAN]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA &mdash; The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, Kaduna State chapter, has disclosed that its members lost more than 200,000 cattle and at least 50 people to cattle rustling, banditry, communal clashes and other forms of insecurity between January and September 2026.The association made the disclosure on Sunday at a press conference in Kaduna addressed by its State Chairman, Alhaji Abdulhamid Musa; spokesman, Ibrahim Bayero Zango; and other]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-kaduna-fulani-breeders-lose-200000-cattle-50-members-macban/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-kaduna-fulani-breeders-lose-200000-cattle-50-members-macban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Northern Igbo group backs Tinubu, targets 2m votes]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoABUJA &mdash; The Igbo Political Movement in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 presidential election, pledging a minimum of two million votes for the All Progressives Congress, APC.The group, under the aegis of the Igbo Delegate Assembly, IDA, 19 Northern States and FCT, said the decision followed consultations with traders, industrialists, youths, women and community leader]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-northern-igbo-group-backs-tinubu-targets-2m-votes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-northern-igbo-group-backs-tinubu-targets-2m-votes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nwifuru: We have completed 500km of roads]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warns against cultural erosion, social media blackmailBy Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiGovernor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has said his administration has completed more than 500 kilometres of roads across the state since assuming office.Nwifuru stated this at the weekend at Amagu, the ancestral home of Izhi Nnodo, during the grand finale of the Ojiji Izhi New Yam Festival.The governor also cautioned against the erosion of indigenous values in the name of religion, modernity or political e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nwifuru-we-have-completed-500km-of-roads/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nwifuru-we-have-completed-500km-of-roads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oyo police arrest suspected drug dealer in Ibadan]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adeola BadruThe Oyo State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old suspected drug dealer, identified as Rilwan, in the Apata area of Ibadan as part of its intensified intelligence-led operations against illicit drugs and other activities fuelling crime in the state.The suspect, a resident of Apata, was arrested at about 8 a.m. on Saturday following intelligence received by the command concerning his alleged involvement in the illicit drug trade.In a statement made available to journalists o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oyo-police-arrest-suspected-drug-dealer-in-ibadan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oyo-police-arrest-suspected-drug-dealer-in-ibadan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Yari mobilises 2,933 clerics, seeks prayers for Tinubu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Idris Salisu, GusauNo fewer than 2,933 Islamic scholars and Imams from across Zamfara State gathered on Saturday to offer special prayers for peace, stability and progress in Nigeria, as well as the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.The scholars and Imams gathered at the residence of Senator Abdul&rsquo;aziz Yari in Talata-Mafara, where they recited verses from the Holy Quran and offered supplications in English, Arabic and Hausa.The gathering was organ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-yari-mobilises-2933-clerics-seeks-prayers-for-tinubu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-yari-mobilises-2933-clerics-seeks-prayers-for-tinubu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No one can stop me from 2027 race – Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Says INEC lacks final say on party candidates..&lsquo;Court will do justice&rsquo;The presidential candidate of the Accord Party, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has declared that no administrative action by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, can extinguish his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election.Hashim was reacting to his exclusion from the final list of presidential candidates published by INEC over the weekend.In a statement issued in Abuja yesterday, he describe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-one-can-stop-me-from-2027-race-gbenga-olawepo-hashim/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-one-can-stop-me-from-2027-race-gbenga-olawepo-hashim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 Hajj: Lagos seeks more slots for pilgrims]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State Government has appealed to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, to allocate additional slots to the state to accommodate the growing number of intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj in Saudi Arabia.The State Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ibrahim Layode, made the appeal during an engagement with the pre-2027 Hajj assessment team from NAHCON, led by the Commissioner of Operations, Inspectorate and Licensing, Prince Anofiu Elegushi.Layode described th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-hajj-lagos-seeks-more-slots-for-pilgrims/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-hajj-lagos-seeks-more-slots-for-pilgrims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEMA coordinates Enugu building collapse rescue]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, is coordinating rescue operations following the collapse of a four-storey uncompleted building at Independence Layout, Enugu State.The incident occurred at about 6 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2026, prompting the Director-General of NEMA, Mrs Zubaida Umar, to direct the agency&rsquo;s Enugu Operations Office to deploy an Emergency Rescue Team to the scene and coordinate the response with relevant stakeholders.NEMA, in a sta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nema-coordinates-enugu-building-collapse-rescue/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nema-coordinates-enugu-building-collapse-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASUU Strike: Atiku condemns Tinubu’s handling of subsidy earnings]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s handling of proceeds from the removal of fuel subsidy, accusing the administration of failing to account for the funds even as the Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU threatens a fresh nationwide strike over unpaid entitlements and unresolved agreements.In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-strike-atiku-condemns-tinubus-handling-of-subsidy-earnings/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/asuu-strike-atiku-condemns-tinubus-handling-of-subsidy-earnings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 2,000 Nigerians stranded in India deportation camp — Detainee Ekene]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Folarin KehindeA Nigerian, Mr Ekene, currently detained in a deportation camp in India, has alleged that delays in obtaining travel documents and the slow processing of deportation cases are keeping him and more than 2,000 other Nigerians stranded at the facility.Ekene made the allegation during a monitored online interview with Vanguard, days after the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the Indian government had previously granted a target]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/over-2000-nigerians-stranded-in-india-deportation-camp-detainee-ekene/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/over-2000-nigerians-stranded-in-india-deportation-camp-detainee-ekene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U20WWC: Falconets thrash New Caledonia 10-1 to reach Round of 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets produced a record-breaking performance at the FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, hammering New Caledonia 10-1 to secure their place in the Round of 16.The emphatic victory marked the biggest-ever win for Nigeria at the U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, as the Falconets finished second in Group F and advanced to the knockout stage.Nigeria took control of the match from the opening stages, scoring four goals in the first 27 minutes.Ramotalahi Kareem opened the scoring from t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u20wwc-falconets-thrash-new-caledonia-10-1-to-reach-round-of-16/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u20wwc-falconets-thrash-new-caledonia-10-1-to-reach-round-of-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu arrives Paris in continuation of annual leave]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Paris, France, for the next phase of his three-week annual leave in Europe.Tinubu arrived in the French capital on Sunday and was received by Nigeria&rsquo;s Ambassador to France, Ayodele Oke, according to a video shared on the official X handle of the president.<br />
President Tinubu arrives in France, received by Nigeria&rsquo;s Ambassador to France, Ambassador Emmanuel Ayodele Oke. pic.twitter.com/1XisPhFO6W&mdash; Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) Sept]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-arrives-paris-in-continuation-of-annual-leave/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-arrives-paris-in-continuation-of-annual-leave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Valencia sack coach, CEO after poor La Liga start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Valencia sacked coach Carlos Corberan and CEO Ron Gourlay on Sunday after a poor start to the Spanish season.Los Che sit at the bottom of La Liga with no victories and four defeats from five matches.&ldquo;The decision marks the will of the club to start a new era in the sporting structure and area of football management,&rdquo; said the club in a statement.Valencia said Corberan would be replaced by reserve team coach Oscar Sanchez temporarily, before a new manager is appointed.The Spanish clu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/valencia-sack-coach-ceo-after-poor-la-liga-start/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/valencia-sack-coach-ceo-after-poor-la-liga-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diezani UK acquittal does not automatically end Nigerian asset recovery litigation – CSOs say]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gabriel EwepuABUJA &mdash; Civil society organisations have said that the June 2026 acquittal of former Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke by a jury at Southwark Crown Court does not automatically determine or terminate separate asset-recovery litigation pending before Nigerian courts.The organisations include the Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice, ANEEJ; Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, CISLAC; Human and Environmental Development Agenda, HEDA]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diezani-uk-acquittal-does-not-automatically-end-nigerian-asset-recovery-litigation-csos-say/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diezani-uk-acquittal-does-not-automatically-end-nigerian-asset-recovery-litigation-csos-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria should price domestic crude at production cost, says Donald Duke]]></title><description><![CDATA[*Urges commercial sale of other crude-oil productsFormer Cross River State governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has said Nigeria should supply crude oil for domestic refining at its production cost, rather than its international market price.<br />
He stated that the proceeds from diesel, aviation fuel, kerosene and other by-products would reduce the cost of petrol.<br />
Duke, who spoke in an interview in Abuja weekend, against the backdrop of renewed controve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-should-price-domestic-crude-at-production-cost-says-donald-duke/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-should-price-domestic-crude-at-production-cost-says-donald-duke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Obi’s credentials under probe as LP chieftain sues WAEC, UNN, NYSC]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;seeks an order of mandamus to compel release of original certificatesBy Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA &mdash; The credentials of the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, appear to be under scrutiny, as three separate suits before the Federal High Court in Abuja seek to compel the release of his original certificates.The legal actions are seeking orders of mandamus against the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), the University of Nigeria, Nsukk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obis-credentials-under-probe-as-lp-chieftain-sues-waec-unn-nysc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obis-credentials-under-probe-as-lp-chieftain-sues-waec-unn-nysc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WhatsApp to stop working on these 5 iPhones from November 2026 [Full list]]]></title><description><![CDATA[WhatsApp is set to raise its minimum software requirement for iPhones later this year, meaning users of some older Apple devices will need to update their software to continue using the messaging platform.From November 30, 2026, WhatsApp will require iOS 15.5 or later on iPhones, up from the current minimum requirement of iOS 15.1.The change does not necessarily mean affected users have to buy a new phone. The iPhones affected by the change can still run iOS 15.8.x, so installing the latest ava]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/whatsapp-to-stop-working-on-these-5-iphones-from-november-2026-full-list/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/whatsapp-to-stop-working-on-these-5-iphones-from-november-2026-full-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Nigerian-American Ugo Ugochukwu crowned 2026 FIA Formula 3 Champion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian-American racing driver Ugo Ugochukwu has been crowned the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Champion after finishing second in the final race of the season in Madrid, Spain.The 19-year-old secured the championship on Sunday at the newly built Madring circuit, driving for Campos Racing, and became the first American to win the FIA Formula 3 title.Ugochukwu entered the final race level on points with British driver Freddie Slater after a dramatic championship battle throughout the season.While Finland&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-nigerian-american-ugo-ugochukwu-crowned-2026-fia-formula-3-champion/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-nigerian-american-ugo-ugochukwu-crowned-2026-fia-formula-3-champion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: NDPF gives Tinubu tough conditions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two days after accusing successive federal administrations of deliberately abandoning the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Patriotic Front, NDPF, has given tough conditions to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, ahead of the 2027 polls.NDPF, reiterated its earlier stand that if President Tinubu does not fast &ndash; track construction of the decades &ndash; old East &ndash; West Road, the Lagos &ndash; Benin &ndash; Asaba Highway, the Koko &ndash; Ogheye &ndash; Lekki Road and the Benin &ndash; Sapele &nd]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndpf-gives-tinubu-tough-conditions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndpf-gives-tinubu-tough-conditions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops arrest suspected kidnapper with gun in Edo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY &ndash; TROOPS of 4 Brigade Nigerian Army, Operation WABAIZIGAN on said they have arrested a suspected kidnapper and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition during a targeted operation along the Benin&ndash;Sapele Road in Ikpoba-Okha LGA of Edo State.The suspect, identified as Olamide Oyeniyi, was arrested at Obaretin Community by troops conducting operations to disrupt criminal activities and safeguard major transportation routes within the area.Items recovered from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-arrest-suspected-kidnapper-with-gun-in-edo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-arrest-suspected-kidnapper-with-gun-in-edo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDLEA seizes 2.3 tonnes of illicit drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has intercepted more than 2.3 tonnes of assorted illicit drugs in operations across nine states, including synthetic cannabis, popularly known as Colorado or Colos, opioids and other controlled substances.The agency also said it dismantled a Colorado distribution network linked to two consignments shipped from the United Kingdom and arrested several suspects, including a real estate agent and a 44-year-old man who allegedly rec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ndlea-seizes-23-tonnes-of-illicit-drugs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ndlea-seizes-23-tonnes-of-illicit-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One killed, many trapped, as four-storey building collapses in Enugu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dennis Agbo, ENUGUOne person has been confirmed dead after a four-storey building under construction collapsed on Sunday at Independence Layout, Enugu.The building, located along Ogbaru Street/Alvan Ikokwu Street, reportedly trapped several persons, with three others said to have been rescued from the rubble.An official involved in the excavation and rescue operation told Vanguard that excavators were still working at the site to determine whether anyone remained trapped beneath the debris.T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/one-killed-many-trapped-as-four-storey-building-collapses-in-enugu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/one-killed-many-trapped-as-four-storey-building-collapses-in-enugu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APM Terminals Apapa boost export growth with 24-hour barge operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Godwin OritseAPM Terminals Apapa is moving to tackle key bottlenecks in Nigeria&rsquo;s export logistics chain, with plans to scale up rail evacuation and commence 24-hour barge operations in the fourth quarter of 2026.<br />
The terminal, Nigeria&rsquo;s largest container facility, unveiled the initiatives at the third edition of its Exporters Forum, themed &ldquo;Exports &ndash; Voice of Customers Forum,&rdquo; where exporters, shipping lines, logistics operators, regulators, industry stakeholde]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apm-terminals-apapa-boost-export-growth-with-24-hour-barge-operations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apm-terminals-apapa-boost-export-growth-with-24-hour-barge-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada lists 3 work permit requirements for foreign workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada has reminded foreign workers in the country of key requirements they must follow to ensure they continue working legally.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said having a valid work permit is the first step to working legally in Canada.The department shared the reminder in a post on its official social media account, urging foreign workers to understand the conditions attached to their permits and take action when their circumstances change.According to IRCC, foreign work]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-lists-3-work-permit-requirements-for-foreign-workers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/canada-lists-3-work-permit-requirements-for-foreign-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cross River commissioner Eka William dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma Una, CALABARThe Cross River State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Prince Eka William, has died in an Abuja hospital, throwing the state&rsquo;s political and public service community into mourning.William reportedly died on Saturday evening while receiving treatment for an undisclosed ailment.His death was disclosed by his brother, Nkang William, who expressed shock over the sudden demise.&ldquo;I am still struggling to accept that my brother, who was recently with my famil]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cross-river-commissioner-eka-william-dies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cross-river-commissioner-eka-william-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbah’s reforms, projects counter social media critics – Aide]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dennis Agbo, ENUGUThe Special Assistant to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah on Media and External Relations, Mazi Uche Anichukwu, has responded to recent social media criticisms of the administration, highlighting what he described as reforms and projects in revenue generation, agriculture, industrialisation, education and aviation.Anichukwu, who spoke on Sunday, disputed claims that residents of the state were being overtaxed, saying the administration had reviewed and reduced some state-lev]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbahs-reforms-projects-counter-social-media-critics-aide/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbahs-reforms-projects-counter-social-media-critics-aide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Tinubu, Atiku, Obi lack capacity to move Nigeria forward – Adebayo campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Presidential Campaign Council of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi lack the capacity to move Nigeria forward if elected in 2027.The council&rsquo;s Chief Communications Adviser, Comrade Mark Adebayo, stated this at a press conference in Abuja on Saturday, while urging Nigerians to participate actively in the election and protect their votes.Adebayo said the SDP presidential]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-tinubu-atiku-obi-lack-capacity-to-move-nigeria-forward-adebayo-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-tinubu-atiku-obi-lack-capacity-to-move-nigeria-forward-adebayo-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Android phones that can compete with the new iPhone 18 Pro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple&rsquo;s new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have raised the bar for premium smartphones, with the company introducing a faster A20 Pro chip, upgraded cameras, longer battery life and new AI-powered features.The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299, with both models available for pre-order ahead of their September 18 release.But Apple&rsquo;s latest flagship is not without competition.Several high-end Android smartphones already offer features th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/5-android-phones-that-can-compete-with-the-new-iphone-18-pro/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/5-android-phones-that-can-compete-with-the-new-iphone-18-pro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rufai, Dabiri clash over stranded Nigerian in India]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nwafor Sunday Polycarp, Online News EditorA fresh disagreement has erupted between broadcaster Oseni Rufai and Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NIDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, over efforts to assist a Nigerian, identified as Ekene, who is reportedly being held at a deportation detention centre in India.Rufai alleged that he sent Ekene&rsquo;s contact details and location at the Lampur detention centre in Sewa Sedan, New Delhi, to NIDCOM and Dabiri-Erewa about a week ago, but]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rufai-dabiri-clash-over-stranded-nigerian-in-india/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/rufai-dabiri-clash-over-stranded-nigerian-in-india/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ruben Neves slams fans over Diogo Jota chants during Saudi League clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruben Neves has condemned Al Taawoun supporters for chanting the name of his late friend and former Portugal teammate, Diogo Jota, during their Saudi Pro League clash with Al Hilal.The incident occurred during Saturday&rsquo;s seventh round league encounter, with Al Taawoun fans directing chants about Jota at Neves during a stoppage in play.Neves, who was visibly angered by the chants, responded with a sarcastic applause before pointing towards the sky, apparently reminding the supporters of Jo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ruben-neves-slams-fans-over-diogo-jota-chants-during-saudi-league-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ruben-neves-slams-fans-over-diogo-jota-chants-during-saudi-league-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I don’t want to go back to Nigeria’ — Chimamanda after son’s death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has said the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu, has changed her feelings towards Nigeria, adding that she no longer wants to return to the country.Adichie made this known in an interview with The New York Times, where she spoke about the loss of her son and how the circumstances surrounding his death have affected her relationship with her home country.Asked whether Nigeria still felt close to her heart, the award winning author said, &ldquo;My feel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dont-want-to-go-back-to-nigeria-chimamanda-after-sons-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-dont-want-to-go-back-to-nigeria-chimamanda-after-sons-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army debunks abduction of Islamic scholars at Yari’s residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SOKOTOThe Nigerian Army has dismissed reports that a group of Islamic scholars were abducted at the residence of former Zamfara State Governor and Senator, Abdul&rsquo;aziz Abubakar Yari, in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of the state.The Army, however, confirmed that some persons were abducted while travelling from the Sububu forest axis in Bakura Local Government Area towards Talata Mafara.In a statement on Sunday, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Divi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/army-debunks-abduction-of-islamic-scholars-at-yaris-residence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/army-debunks-abduction-of-islamic-scholars-at-yaris-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army debunks abduction at Yari’s residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SOKOTOThe Nigerian Army has dismissed reports that a group of Islamic scholars were abducted at the residence of former Zamfara State Governor and Senator, Abdul&rsquo;aziz Abubakar Yari, in Talata Mafara Local Government Area of the state.The Army, however, confirmed that some persons were abducted while travelling from the Sububu forest axis in Bakura Local Government Area towards Talata Mafara.In a statement on Sunday, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Divi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/army-debunks-abduction-at-yaris-residence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/army-debunks-abduction-at-yaris-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Four years enough to rescue Nigeria — Adebayo Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; The Adewole Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign Council weekend declared that four years is enough to rescue Nigeria from corruption, insecurity, poverty and bad governance, insisting that its candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, offers the most credible alternative ahead of the 2027 presidential election.The campaign argued that Nigerians have heard enough promises from the established political class and should instead judge presidential contenders by the qua]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-four-years-enough-to-rescue-nigeria-adebayo-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-four-years-enough-to-rescue-nigeria-adebayo-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[S/S Govs, foreign investors, others storm PH for NDCCITMA Economic summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Daniel Abia, PORT HARCOURTGovernors of the South-South states, foreign and local investors, financial institutions and other stakeholders are expected in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for the Niger Delta Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture, NDCCITMA, Economic and Investment Summit.The Chamber said the Niger Delta was ready for local and international investment and had the potential to become one of Africa&rsquo;s leading investment destinations.Chairman of the Board]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ss-govs-foreign-investors-others-storm-ph-for-ndccitma-economic-summit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ss-govs-foreign-investors-others-storm-ph-for-ndccitma-economic-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ortom defends lending vehicle to Obi during Benue visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has defended his decision to lend his vehicle to Peter Obi during the presidential candidate&rsquo;s recent visit to the state, describing the gesture as a simple courtesy that should not be interpreted as political collaboration.Ortom, through his media aide, Terver Akase, said refusing to assist Obi with transportation would have been &ldquo;petty&rdquo; and unbecoming of a former governor.Obi, who is the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ortom-defends-lending-vehicle-to-obi-during-benue-visit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ortom-defends-lending-vehicle-to-obi-during-benue-visit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NELFUND nursing funding rises to N1.08bn]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaABUJA &mdash; The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has disbursed more than N1.08 billion to 5,381 students studying nursing and midwifery across 21 institutions under its student financing scheme.The intervention, which covers federal and state nursing and midwifery institutions, represents a significant increase in funding over three academic sessions, according to figures released by the Fund.NELFUND said its support for nursing and midwifery students rose from N5]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nelfund-nursing-funding-rises-to-n108bn/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nelfund-nursing-funding-rises-to-n108bn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anambra: Husband recounts discovery of alleged child abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[ONITSHA &mdash; The husband of 36-year-old Anulika Onyeanusia, who was arrested by the Anambra State Police Command over an alleged sexual abuse of her underage daughter, has recounted how he discovered the incident.Ikechukwu Onyeanyusi said he learnt of the alleged abuse after a friend showed him a video purportedly involving his wife and their daughter.Speaking in a video posted on Saturday on the Facebook page of the Anambra State Ministry of Women and Social Welfare, Onyeanyusi said he was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-husband-recounts-discovery-of-alleged-child-abuse/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/anambra-husband-recounts-discovery-of-alleged-child-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t leave politics to opportunists, Fayemi tells Catholics]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOSOGBO &mdash; Former Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has urged Nigerian Catholics to actively participate in politics rather than withdraw from the political process because of the perception that politics is a &ldquo;dirty game&rdquo;.Fayemi made the call while speaking at the plenary of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, at Our Lady and St. Kizito Pastoral Centre, Oke-Gada, Ede, Osun State.Speaking on the theme, &ldquo;Faith in Action: Empoweri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dont-leave-politics-to-opportunists-fayemi-tells-catholics/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dont-leave-politics-to-opportunists-fayemi-tells-catholics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insurance firm moves to cover festive travellers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Rosemary Iwunze &amp; Dickson OmobolaLeading insurance provider and member of Leadway Group, Leadway Assurance, has created a seasonal insurance product targeting millions of Nigerians in the diaspora and international visitors expected to travel to the country during festive periods, particularly the forthcoming Detty December.The coverage is against risks including road accidents, medical expenses, loss of personal belongings and third-party liabilities.Data showed that 4.3 million interna]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insurance-firm-moves-to-cover-festive-travellers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insurance-firm-moves-to-cover-festive-travellers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK verdict: CSOs demand fresh trial of Diezani in Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Gabriel EwepuABUJA &mdash; Civil society organisations, CSOs, have called for a fresh trial of former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, in Nigeria following her acquittal by the Southwark Crown Court in London, United Kingdom.The CSOs &mdash; Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice, ANEEJ; Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, CISLAC; Human and Environmental Agenda, HEDA; Spotlight on Corruption; and CornerHouse UK &mdash; made the demand during a virt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-verdict-csos-demand-fresh-trial-of-diezani-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-verdict-csos-demand-fresh-trial-of-diezani-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG moves to bridge unemployment gap]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaFederal Government has concluded plans to close the unemployment and underemployment gap, especially among young people, first-time jobseekers and those not currently in education.Figures from the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, showed that Nigeria&rsquo;s unemployment rate in the second quarter of 2024 declined to 4.3 per cent, with about 9,870,000 Nigerians presently unemployed.The underemployment rate also witnessed a 9.2 per cent decline in the second quarter of 2024.T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-moves-to-bridge-unemployment-gap/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-moves-to-bridge-unemployment-gap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police rescue 3 kidnap victims, apprehend 57 suspects in Anambra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anambra Police Command says it has rescued three kidnap victims and arrested 57 suspects in connection with kidnapping, armed robbery, cult-related violence, murder and other offences in the state.The Commissioner of Police (CP) in the state, Mr Nnanna Ama, disclosed this on Friday, during an operational visit to the command Headquarters in Awka, by the Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) zone 13, Ukpo, Mr Miller Dantawye.&ldquo;The command has rescued three kidnapped victims and arrested 57 s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-rescue-3-kidnap-victims-apprehend-57-suspectsin-anambra/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-rescue-3-kidnap-victims-apprehend-57-suspectsin-anambra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi strikes again but Nashville snatch late draw against Inter Miami]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi extended his incredible scoring streak against MLS-leaders Nashville on Saturday as Inter Miami battled to a 2-2 draw in their top-of-the-table Eastern Conference clash.Messi curled in a superb strike on 62 minutes at Miami&rsquo;s Nu Stadium to fire Inter into a 2-1 lead but Nashville grabbed a share of the points after striker Sam Surridge bundled in an injury-time equaliser.The 39-year-old Messi has now scored a remarkable 17 goals in 14 games against Nashville in all competitio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-strikes-again-but-nashville-snatch-late-draw-against-inter-miami/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-strikes-again-but-nashville-snatch-late-draw-against-inter-miami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: I supported Peter Obi in 2023, he never gave me N1 — Kawas]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Enitan AbdultawabABUJA &mdash; Archbishop Leonard Bature Kawas, a leader of the Charismatic Bishops, has defended his political activities, saying he supported Peter Obi&rsquo;s presidential bid in 2023 without receiving any financial reward from the former Anambra State governor.Kawas spoke during an appearance on Arise TV&rsquo;s Prime Time programme while responding to criticism of his involvement in politics and the controversy surrounding the recent endorsement of President Bola Ahmed T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-i-supported-peter-obi-in-2023-he-never-gave-me-n1-kawas/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-i-supported-peter-obi-in-2023-he-never-gave-me-n1-kawas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How fake ‘Okada’ rider trapped 35 women in Bauchi]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Christopher Ameh, BauchiBAUCHI &mdash; The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 53-year-old man, Gambo Hassan, alias &ldquo;Anahaka&rdquo;, over alleged kidnapping, rape, armed robbery and unlawful possession of an offensive weapon in Bauchi metropolis.Hassan, a resident of Igbo Quarters, Bauchi, was arrested on September 11, 2026, at about 8:45 p.m. by operatives of the &lsquo;B&rsquo; Division, GRA, during a routine patrol along Adamu Jumba Road.The Police Public Relations Officer, S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-fake-okada-rider-trapped-35-women-in-bauchi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-fake-okada-rider-trapped-35-women-in-bauchi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Women make up just 9% of 1,303 candidates on INEC’s final Senate list]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Women account for only 123 of the 1,303 candidates cleared by the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC to contest the 109 senatorial seats nationwide in the 2027 National Assembly elections, representing roughly nine percent of the total field, according to the commission&rsquo;s final list of candidates.The document, which captures the names, parties, ages, gender and qualifications of candidates drawn from 22 political parties across the 36 states and the Feder]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-women-make-up-just-9-of-1303-candidates-on-inecs-final-senate-list/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-women-make-up-just-9-of-1303-candidates-on-inecs-final-senate-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops arrest suspected kidnapper, recover AK-47]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiBENIN &mdash; Troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, under Operation Wabaizigan, have arrested a suspected kidnapper and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition during a targeted operation along the Benin&ndash;Sapele Road in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State.The Army, in a statement, said the suspect, identified as Olamide Oyeniyi, was arrested on September 12, 2026, at Obaretin Community while troops were conducting operations to disrupt criminal activities an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-arrest-suspected-kidnapper-recover-ak-47/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-arrest-suspected-kidnapper-recover-ak-47/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SERAP gives INEC 7 days to account for ₦126bn ‘diverted electoral funds’ or face legal action]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) seven days to &ldquo;account for over &#8358;126.46 billion in public funds appropriated for electoral operations but allegedly diverted, lost, mismanaged or otherwise unaccounted for.&rdquo;The funds relate to the procurement of ballot boxes, electoral devices and materials, sensitive materials and result sheets, vehicles, accreditation devices, audit and consultancy serv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/serap-gives-inec-7-days-to-account-for-126bn-diverted-electoral-funds-or-face-legal-action/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/serap-gives-inec-7-days-to-account-for-126bn-diverted-electoral-funds-or-face-legal-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Why I said Obi, Atiku lack capacity to fix Nigeria  —  Baba-Ahmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has explained his recent statement that Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar lack the capacity to fix Nigeria if elected president in 2027.Baba-Ahmed said his comments were made in the interest of fairness, arguing that he did not want to give any of President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s major challengers an undue advantage by asking the president to step down.He made the clarification while speaking on the Naija Unfiltered Podcast, following c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-i-said-obi-atiku-lack-capacity-to-fix-nigeria-baba-ahmed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-why-i-said-obi-atiku-lack-capacity-to-fix-nigeria-baba-ahmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi still my boss; I could have helped him out in Benue — Baba-Ahmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has described Peter Obi as his &ldquo;boss&rdquo;, saying he could have assisted the former Anambra State governor during the recent incident in Benue if he had been contacted.Baba-Ahmed made the clarification while reacting to criticism over his recent statement that none of the presidential candidates seeking to replace President Bola Tinubu in 2027, including Obi, has the capacity to fix Nigeria.Speaking on the Naija Unfilter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-still-my-boss-i-could-have-helped-him-out-in-benue-baba-ahmed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-still-my-boss-i-could-have-helped-him-out-in-benue-baba-ahmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bishop, one other Nigerian killed in S/Africa, Fani-Kayode demands justice ]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;Death toll rises to eight in eight months&nbsp;By Favour Ulebor, AbujaNigerian High&nbsp;Commissioner&nbsp;Designate to South Africa, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has called on the South African Government to protect Nigerians in the country and bring those responsible for the killing of Nigerian nationals to justice.In a statement on Saturday, he expressed shock over the recent murders of two Nigerians; Bishop Michael Taiwo Fakunle and Mr. James Uchechukwu Nwankwo in Johannesburg, saying the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bishop-one-other-nigerian-killed-insafrica-fani-kayode-demands-justice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bishop-one-other-nigerian-killed-insafrica-fani-kayode-demands-justice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More hardship for Nigerians as petrol, diesel prices rise again]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull;Dangote notifies customers of 6.7% increaseBy Udeme Akpan, Energy EditorNigerians are poised&nbsp;for fresh hardship&nbsp;as the increase in petrol and diesel prices threatens to trigger another wave of higher costs across the economy.Specifically,&nbsp; &nbsp;Abuja and other northern cities are set to face prices as rising crude oil prices and transportation costs increase the cost of supplying petroleum products to inland markets.This followed the decision of Dangote Petroleum Refinery]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/more-hardship-for-nigerians-as-petrol-diesel-prices-rise-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/more-hardship-for-nigerians-as-petrol-diesel-prices-rise-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi attack backlash: Nothing must happen to our son– Igbo leaders, others]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Steve Oko, Emmanuel Iheaka&nbsp;&amp; Jeff AgbodoThe reported attack and&nbsp;obstruction of the&nbsp;convoy of presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr Peter Obi, in Benue State has triggered fresh anxiety in the South-East, with Igbo leaders and socio-cultural organisations warning that nothing should happen to the former Anambra State governor.They warned that any further attack on Obi could deepen an already volatile political atmosphere and potentially trigger]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-attack-backlash-nothing-must-happen-to-our-son-igbo-leaders-others/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-attack-backlash-nothing-must-happen-to-our-son-igbo-leaders-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Ghost’ beneficiaries beneficiaries of N33/7bn cash transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull; Doubts over whether billions in&nbsp;benefits reached poor NigeriansBy Dele SobowaleThe N33.75 billion transfer controversy, now rocking the nation, is neither new, nor did the massive fraud stop in 2026.The well-oiled and entrenched mechanisms for transferring public funds, meant for poverty alleviation, into the bottomless pockets of public servants, continues till today as you are reading this story.Commentators on social media, main line print and electronic media are only now waking]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ghost-beneficiariesbeneficiaries-of-n337bn-cash-transfer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ghost-beneficiariesbeneficiaries-of-n337bn-cash-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lobbying: Fresh storm over dollars spent by Tinubu, Atiku in US]]></title><description><![CDATA[&bull; President, ex-VP funds can support 56,000 businesses in NigeriaBy Nnamdi OjiegoMore than $10 million committed by the camps of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to lobbying activities in the United States could have funded tens of thousands of micro and small businesses in Nigeria, findings revealed.This has raised questions about the opportunity cost of political and government spending amid widespread economic hardship.Publicly disclosed filings under]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lobbying-fresh-storm-over-dollars-spent-by-tinubu-atiku-in-us/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lobbying-fresh-storm-over-dollars-spent-by-tinubu-atiku-in-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The truth FIFA must be told, by Patrick Omorodion]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Holy Bible tells us in the book of Matthew 2:1&ndash;12 how the wise men came from the East following a star to find Jesus when he was born.It says they brought three gifts namely gold, frankincense, and myrrh which they presented to baby Jesus who they found in Bethlehem.We are not told from which particular country they took off from but the East is believed to be in one of today&rsquo;s Middle East countries.Those biblical wise men, we are told, heard that a Messiah was born and were gui]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-truth-fifa-must-be-told-by-patrick-omorodion/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-truth-fifa-must-be-told-by-patrick-omorodion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getting to the last mile, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The annual Gender And&nbsp;Inclusion Summit, convened by the Policy Innovation Center (PIC) took place September 8th-9th. The theme for this year was &lsquo;From Agenda to Action: Making Innovations Count for the Last Mile&rsquo;. I chaired the Economic Inclusion session, and these are my remarks. I congratulate Dr Osasuyi Dirisu, Executive Director of PIC and the organisation&rsquo;s leadership, for another excellent convening.I am delighted to be here for this year&rsquo;s Gender and Inclusio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/getting-to-the-last-mile-by-bisi-adeleye-fayemi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/getting-to-the-last-mile-by-bisi-adeleye-fayemi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wahab’s war on the waterways environment, infrastructure]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adedayo OlalekanEvery rainy season, Lagos holds its breath. Streets vanish under brown water. Cars stall mid-bridge. Families wade home carrying what they can save. And every year, the same question resurfaces: who let this happen &mdash; and who, if anyone, is prepared to stop it?For decades, the honest answer was uncomfortable: almost no one. Lagos grew faster than its institutions could discipline it. Canals became building sites. Setbacks became shopfronts. Drainage channels, the very ve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wahabs-war-on-the-waterways-environment-infrastructure/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/wahabs-war-on-the-waterways-environment-infrastructure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Shadows of 1993: Law, evidence and the sovereign will]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Echeta Babington OnuhHuman existence has always been accompanied by disagreement and controversy. Wherever people hold different views about what is right or wrong, just or unjust, desirable or dangerous, controversy is likely to emerge. It may arise from competing political convictions, different interpretations of historical events, conflicting values or incomplete information.In this sense, controversy is not necessarily a defect in human affairs. It can be a natural consequence of societ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/beyond-the-shadows-of-1993-law-evidence-and-the-sovereign-will/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/beyond-the-shadows-of-1993-law-evidence-and-the-sovereign-will/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ember months of miracles, by Funmi Komolafe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beloved, we give God thanks for life.&nbsp; Indeed thanksgiving for life should be done everyday.&nbsp; &nbsp;For we do not own the air we breathe, it belongs to the Almighty God, the creator of heaven and earth.As we progress in the ember months, it should be seen as the months of pleasant surprises.The question is, what are your spiritual eyes seeing?&nbsp; What you see is what you get.At a time like this that the year is drawing close to an end, you need to either be more serious with your p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ember-months-of-miracles-by-funmi-komolafe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ember-months-of-miracles-by-funmi-komolafe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sir Gabriel Igbinedion, a tree who made several forests, by Dele Sobowale]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;God could not be everywhere and, therefore, he made mothers&rdquo; &ndash; Jewish proverb.Sir (Chief) Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, the Esama of Benin Kingdom, born on Tuesday, September 11, 1934, like all of us, was created by the Almighty God; and moulded by his mother in a billion, Madam Okunozee Igbinedion. Together, God and Mama gifted to humanity one of the finest specimens of God&rsquo;s creation one can know about.The totality of Esama&rsquo;s life and achievements leave those priv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sir-gabriel-igbinedion-a-tree-who-made-several-forests-by-dele-sobowale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sir-gabriel-igbinedion-a-tree-who-made-several-forests-by-dele-sobowale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arise Tv and professional feedback, by Tonnie Iredia]]></title><description><![CDATA[By providing a slot for feedback (responses and suggestions) many television stations in the past gave viewers a weekly opportunity to comment on the programmes they watched; the opportunity appears to have since been inadvertently blocked. As a result, these days, many people who have comments to make about any programme including how and when it was scheduled as well as the conduct of its anchor, moderator or presenter now pass such comments through group chats. Interestingly, most of the com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arise-tv-and-professional-feedback-by-tonnie-iredia/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 04:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arise-tv-and-professional-feedback-by-tonnie-iredia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Gombe commissioner dumps APC, backs Pantami]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joins PDP, endorses ex-minister for governorBy Ben Ngwakwe, GombeGOMBE &mdash; A former Commissioner of the Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission, Hon. Muhammad Ismail City, popularly known as Katukan Akko, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and declared support for the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, governorship aspiration of Professor Isa Ali Pantami.City, a former Executive Chairman of Akko Local Government Area and businessman, formally endorsed Pantam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/former-gombe-commissioner-dumps-apc-backs-pantami/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/former-gombe-commissioner-dumps-apc-backs-pantami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gombe commissions NYSC lodge, upgraded dispensary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Says Navy intervention complements Inuwa Yahaya&rsquo;s agendaBy Ben Ngwakwe, GombeGOMBE &mdash; The Gombe State Government has commissioned a newly constructed and furnished 10-bedroom Corps Members&rsquo; Lodge and an upgraded dispensary in Malam Sidi, Kwami Local Government Area of the state.The projects were executed under the Nigerian Navy Civil-Military Quick Intervention Projects in honour of Rear Admiral Sulaiman Haruna Abdullahi.Commissioning the facilities on behalf of Governor Muhamm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-commissions-nysc-lodge-upgraded-dispensary/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gombe-commissions-nysc-lodge-upgraded-dispensary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northern governors mourn Bamanga Tukur]]></title><description><![CDATA[..Hail decades of service to NigeriaBy Ben Ngwakwe, GombeGOMBE &mdash; The Chairman of the Northern Nigeria Governors&rsquo; Forum, NNGF, and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has expressed grief over the death of elder statesman, former Governor of the old Gongola State and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, Tafidan Adamawa.Yahaya, in a condolence message on behalf of his colleagues in the NNGF, described the death of the veteran]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/northern-governors-mourn-bamanga-tukur/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/northern-governors-mourn-bamanga-tukur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Houthi in Yemen bombs Saudi Arabia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Houthi fighters in Yemen said they used drones and missiles to attack a military base in southern Saudi Arabia.The attack at the Sharurah base targeted &ldquo;weapons depots and command and control centres that are managing the aggression against our nation and people&rdquo;, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree wrote on X.The date of the operation was not specified. Clashes have increased this week between the Iran-allied Houthis and Yemeni government forces, which are backed by Riyadh.Vangua]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthi-in-yemen-bombs-saudi-arabia/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/houthi-in-yemen-bombs-saudi-arabia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1,400 flee Yemen to Djibouti as Houthis invade]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 1,400 people have fled Yemen for Djibouti due to fighting between government forces and Iran-allied Houthis, Djibouti&rsquo;s minister of economy and finance said Saturday.Houthi fighters control a large part of northern Yemen, including the capital Sanaa and Hodeida in the west. They have advanced along the coast in just days and on Thursday seized the port city of Mokha.The Houthis have since taken control of the coastline and islands in the Red Sea, and on Friday tightened their grip o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/1400-flee-yemen-to-djibouti-as-houthis-invade/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/1400-flee-yemen-to-djibouti-as-houthis-invade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe scores brace as Real Madrid sink Rayo 4-1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe struck twice to help Real Madrid smash Rayo Vallecano 4-1 on Saturday to pull level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.Jose Mourinho&rsquo;s side got back to winning ways after a defeat by Real Betis in their previous top-flight outing, with a convincing victory against neighbours Rayo.Jude Bellingham and Alvaro Carreras were also on target for Real Madrid, while Sergio Camello pulled one back for the visitors early in the second half.Champions Barcelona visit Levante on Sunday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbappe-scores-brace-as-real-madrid-sink-rayo-4-1/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbappe-scores-brace-as-real-madrid-sink-rayo-4-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How theatre assistant performed surgery in Cross River; nabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police command in Cross River has arrested a theatre assistant over an alleged unauthorised hernia surgery performed on a 60-year-old man at a private clinic in Ekori, Yakurr LGA.Read Also: Abuja barber&rsquo;s &lsquo;surgery&rsquo; made child bleed to deathThe command said the patient, whose name was withheld, developed complications after undergoing the procedure on September 8 and was discharged the same day.The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed this in a st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-theatre-assistant-performed-surgery-in-cross-river-nabbed-2/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-theatre-assistant-performed-surgery-in-cross-river-nabbed-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How theatre assistant performed surgery in Cross River, nabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police command in Cross River has arrested a theatre assistant over an alleged unauthorised hernia surgery performed on a 60-year-old man at a private clinic in Ekori, Yakurr LGA.Read Also: Abuja barber&rsquo;s &lsquo;surgery&rsquo; made child bleed to deathThe command said the patient, whose name was withheld, developed complications after undergoing the procedure on September 8 and was discharged the same day.The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed this in a st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-theatre-assistant-performed-surgery-in-cross-river-nabbed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-theatre-assistant-performed-surgery-in-cross-river-nabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe scores two, as Real Madrid sink Rayo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe struck twice to help Real Madrid smash Rayo Vallecano 4-1 on Saturday to pull level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.Jose Mourinho&rsquo;s side got back to winning ways after a defeat by Real Betis in their previous top-flight outing, with a convincing victory against neighbours Rayo.Jude Bellingham and Alvaro Carreras were also on target for Real Madrid, while Sergio Camello pulled one back for the visitors early in the second half.Champions Barcelona visit Levante on Sunday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbappe-scores-two-as-real-madrid-sink-rayo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mbappe-scores-two-as-real-madrid-sink-rayo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US survive Spain scare to book World Cup final clash with France]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States will take on France in the final of the women&rsquo;s basketball World Cup after a 76-66 win over Spain in the semi-finals in Berlin on Saturday.Underdogs Spain, whose best-ever result was reaching the 2014 final against the Americans, levelled the scores at 58-all at the end of the third quarter.The experience of the 11-time champions told in the final period, however,&nbsp;as the US outscored their opponents by 10 to seal victory.Led by 16 points from Breanna Stewart and 13]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-survive-spain-scare-to-book-world-cup-final-clash-with-france/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-survive-spain-scare-to-book-world-cup-final-clash-with-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo govt bans sales of unverified alcohol after ” Monkey Tail” kills 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash;Orders statewide crackdownBy Dayo Johnson AkureThe Ondo State Government has banned the sale and distribution of unverified alcoholic drinks and other substances across the state.Governments decision followed the death of 30 persons and the hospitalisation of 50 others after consuming a local herbal alcoholic mixture, commonly called &ldquo;monkey tail&rdquo; in Odigbo Council Area of the state.In a statement, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Idowu Ajanaku, said the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-govt-bans-sales-of-unverified-alcohol-after-monkey-tail-kills-30/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-govt-bans-sales-of-unverified-alcohol-after-monkey-tail-kills-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal extend perfect Premier League start as Chelsea, Liverpool draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal extended a flawless start to their Premier League title defence thanks to Bruno Guimaraes&rsquo;s stunning strike in a 2-0 win over Sunderland, while Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham were all held at home on Saturday.Newly-promoted Hull remain unbeaten and third in the table after a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge as Liverpool failed to find a way past struggling Fulham in a goalless encounter.Tottenham&rsquo;s wait for a league goal goes on despite a &pound;300 million ($405 million) splur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arsenal-extend-perfect-premier-league-start-as-chelsea-liverpool-draw/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arsenal-extend-perfect-premier-league-start-as-chelsea-liverpool-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Obi is clueless, overrated — Onanuga]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaBayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, on Saturday said the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2027 election, Peter Obi, is overhyped and overrated.Mr Onanuga also described the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate as clueless.Onanuga made the remarks in a post on his verified X handle, @aonanuga1956, adding that Obi, who governed Anambra State for eight years, was a failure.He wrot]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-is-clueless-overrated-onanuga/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/peter-obi-is-clueless-overrated-onanuga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 Women’s World Cup: Falconets target victory against New Caledonia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moses Aduku, Head Coach of Nigeria&rsquo;s U-20 women&rsquo;s national team, Falconets, says his players are determined to secure victory against New Caledonia in their final Group F match at the ongoing tournament.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Falconets will face New Caledonia at 2 p.m. at Stadion Miejski LKS in their final Group F match Sunday in Lodz, Poland.The &#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwj;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwnj;&#8288;&zwnj;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwnj;&#]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-falconets-target-victory-against-new-caledonia/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-falconets-target-victory-against-new-caledonia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coutinho set to join Neymar at Santos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho has joined Santos, team-mate Neymar announced on Saturday, although his new club has yet to officially confirm the move.Coutinho, 34, has been without a club since leaving Vasco da Gama in February, citing mental burnout.&ldquo;We&rsquo;re very happy that you&rsquo;re here,&rdquo; Neymar said on social media, with a video showing Coutinho alongside Santos players and coaches.&ldquo;Our squad and our fans will welcome you with arms wide open.&rdquo;Ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/coutinho-set-to-join-neymar-at-santos/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/coutinho-set-to-join-neymar-at-santos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adebayo mourns Tukur, recalls business partnership]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson<br />
AKURE &mdash; The 2027 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has mourned the death of former governor of old Gongola State and former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bamanga Tukur.Adebayo described Tukur, who died at 90, as an accomplished statesman whose contributions to Nigeria and Africa spanned public administration, business, politics and continental economic cooperation.In a condolence message on Saturday, Ad]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adebayo-mourns-tukur-recalls-business-partnership/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adebayo-mourns-tukur-recalls-business-partnership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celine Dion kicks off first full concert in six years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celine Dion on Saturday kicked off her first full concert in six years in Paris, as she returned to the stage after battling a rare neurological disorder.Wearing a strapless black gown, the 58-year-old French-Canadian singer was visibly moved as she sang her 1990s French-language ballad &ldquo;On ne change pas&rdquo; (&ldquo;One doesn&rsquo;t change&rdquo;) to a crowd of some 30,000 fans.She paused briefly and was overcome with emotion as she made her much-awaited comeback, after Stiff Person S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/celine-dion-kicks-off-first-full-concert-in-six-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/celine-dion-kicks-off-first-full-concert-in-six-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intersociety raises alarm over Anambra gully erosion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calls for closure of illegal sand mining sitesBy Jeff AgbodoAWKA &mdash; The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, Intersociety, has raised the alarm over what it described as devastating gully erosion at Ugo Community in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.The group, in a petition to Governor Chukwuma Soludo, copied to security agencies, the town union leadership and the traditional ruler of the community, said the erosion menace had claimed no fewer than 10 live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/intersociety-raises-alarm-over-anambra-gully-erosion/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/intersociety-raises-alarm-over-anambra-gully-erosion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Defence Minister rallies support for Tinubu, Uba Sani]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preaches national unity, peaceful coexistenceBy Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA &mdash; The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), has rallied support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, ahead of the 2027 general elections.Musa spoke in Kaduna while meeting local government coordinators of GCG Musawah 4 PBAT 2027, a political mobilisation structure established to support the Tinubu and Uba Sani administrations.A statement signe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-defence-minister-rallies-support-for-tinubu-uba-sani/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-defence-minister-rallies-support-for-tinubu-uba-sani/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Onoh asks Wike to join APC or step aside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Says &lsquo;Rainbow Coalition&rsquo; threatens APC&rsquo;s 2027 chancesBy Dennis AgboABUJA &mdash; Former South-East spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Denge Josef Onoh, has urged Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to formally join the All Progressives Congress, APC, or step aside from the party&rsquo;s affairs.Onoh, who is also Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, described the political alignment being promoted by Wike as a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/onoh-asks-wike-to-join-apc-or-step-aside/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/onoh-asks-wike-to-join-apc-or-step-aside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benue killings: HURIWA demands Alia’s resignation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Urges Tinubu to strengthen security operationsBy Chioma ObinnaABUJA &mdash; The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has called for the resignation of Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, over what it described as his administration&rsquo;s failure to adequately protect lives and property amid persistent attacks and killings in the state.HURIWA&rsquo;s demand followed the latest attack on Ayilamo community in Tombo Ward, Logo Local Government Area, where 11 people, including fou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benue-killings-huriwa-demands-alias-resignation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/benue-killings-huriwa-demands-alias-resignation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria will miss Tukur’s experience — Ibori]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dapo AkinrefonFormer Delta State Governor, Chief James Ibori, has mourned the death of former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, who died at the age of 90.Tukur, a former governor of the old Gongola State, also served as Minister of Industries during the military administration of the late General Sani Abacha.He is expected to be buried in Yola on Sunday.Ibori, in a condolence statement, described Tukur as a patriotic Nigerian who served the country]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-will-miss-tukurs-experience-ibori/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-will-miss-tukurs-experience-ibori/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okene Anglican Diocese explains ‘ban’ on immediate burials]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Says resolution does not apply to allBy Omeiza AjayiABUJA &mdash; The Diocese of Okene, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), has clarified its recent resolution setting a minimum two-week period before burial arrangements are concluded, saying the directive does not apply to families of deceased persons whose children are &ldquo;truly incapacitated.&rdquo;In a rejoinder dated September 12, 2026, signed by the Clerical Synod Secretary, Venerable Godwin Omanyin, and Balogun Adinoyi Aug]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okene-anglican-diocese-explains-ban-on-immediate-burials/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okene-anglican-diocese-explains-ban-on-immediate-burials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham remain goalless, booed by fans after Everton stalemate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham were booed off after their goalless start to the Premier League season stretched to a fourth match following Saturday&rsquo;s dismal 0-0 draw against Everton.Roberto De Zerbi&rsquo;s expensively assembled side have made a wretched opening to the new campaign and they were easily held by Everton in north London.Tottenham have taken two points from their first four matches, with their only goals this season coming against second tier Charlton in the League Cup.Their search for a goal ta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tottenham-remain-goalless-booed-by-fans-after-everton-stalemate/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tottenham-remain-goalless-booed-by-fans-after-everton-stalemate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria reaffirms support for WTO, multilateralism at BRICS summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash; As VP Shettima hails Nigerian diaspora&rsquo;s global contributionsBy Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaThe Nigerian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and the multilateral trading system, saying no country can prosper in isolation from the global community.The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, who restated the nation&rsquo;s position, assured that Nigeria would continue to support the WTO in strengthening multilateralism and promoting a global]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-reaffirms-support-for-wto-multilateralism-at-brics-summit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-reaffirms-support-for-wto-multilateralism-at-brics-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Tired’ Liverpool must adapt to schedule, says Iraola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andoni Iraola said it was obvious Liverpool suffered from fatigue in a 0-0 draw at home to Fulham on Saturday, but insisted his players have to adapt to a gruelling schedule.Less than three days on from beating Atletico Madrid 2-1 in their Champions League opener, the Reds were comfortably held at bay by a Fulham side that had lost each of their first three Premier League games under Alvaro Arbeloa.&ldquo;Our players were tired,&rdquo; said Iraola. &ldquo;We cannot hide it. I think it&rsquo;s t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tired-liverpool-must-adapt-to-schedule-says-iraola/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tired-liverpool-must-adapt-to-schedule-says-iraola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, 15 others make INEC final presidential candidates’ list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of presidential candaidates and their running mates for the January 2027 general elections.The &#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwj;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwj;&#8203;&zwj;&#8203;&#8288;&zwnj;&#8203;list, signed by the Secretary to the Commission, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, released on Saturday in Abuja, featured candidates sponsored by 18 political parties competing for the office.The News Agency of Nigeria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-tinubu-atiku-obi-15-others-make-inec-final-presidential-candidates-list/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-tinubu-atiku-obi-15-others-make-inec-final-presidential-candidates-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNIOSUN always complies with FG/ASUU agreement – Osun govt]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina AbubakarOsun State Government has described Osun State University (UNIOSUN) as a leading implementer of the 2025 Federal Government of Nigeria&ndash;ASUU Agreement, adding that this was done even before its implementation by the Federal Government.In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the government added that the UNIOSUN law is a domesticated version of the Federal Universities Act.The government thereafter rejected what it d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uniosun-always-complies-with-fgasuu-agreement-osun-govt/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uniosun-always-complies-with-fgasuu-agreement-osun-govt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNN sued over Peter Obi’s academic records]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Abayomi Arabambi, has sued the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) over the alleged refusal to release details of the academic record of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).Arabambi, in a fresh suit, said he had requested a certified true copy (CTC) of Obi&rsquo;s certificate number D000198 in respect of a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy issued in 1984 in line with the Freedom of Information Act, but the institution turned]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unn-sued-over-peter-obis-academic-records/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unn-sued-over-peter-obis-academic-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LP chieftain sues UNN over alleged refusal to release Obi’s academic records]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Abayomi Arabambi, has sued the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) over the alleged refusal to release details of the academic record of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).Arabambi, in a fresh suit, said he had requested a certified true copy (CTC) of Obi&rsquo;s certificate number D000198 in respect of a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy issued in 1984 in line with the Freedom of Information Act, but the institution turned]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lp-chieftain-sues-unn-over-alleged-refusal-to-release-obis-academic-records/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lp-chieftain-sues-unn-over-alleged-refusal-to-release-obis-academic-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur to be buried Sunday in Adamawa – Family]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of the late National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, has fixed Sunday for the burial of the elder statesman.Tukur&rsquo;s son,&#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwj;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwnj;&#8288;&zwj;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwnj;&#8203; who is also the Secretary to the State Government of Adamawa, Auwal, announced this in a statement issued in Yola on Saturday.The younger Tukur, who said that his father died on Saturday in Abuja, added that th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-to-be-buried-sunday-in-adamawa-family/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-to-be-buried-sunday-in-adamawa-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu edges Obi by 1,067 responses in Oxford-Metro poll]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Bola Tinubu finished ahead of Peter Obi by 1,067 responses in the Oxford&ndash;Metro Analytics&rsquo; National Trust Poll.The &#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwj;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwnj;&#8288;&zwj;&#8203;&#8203;&zwnj;&#8203;poll, which closed on Sept. 7, recorded a total of 69,110 approved and unflagged responses in its final analytical dataset.Tinubu received 24,469 responses, representing 35.41 per cent of the total responses, while Obi polled 23,402, representing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-edges-obi-by-1067-responses-in-oxford-metro-poll/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-edges-obi-by-1067-responses-in-oxford-metro-poll/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC final list confirms Yahaya Bello as APC candidate for Kogi Central]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiThe Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has released its final list of candidates for the Kogi Central, Kogi East and Kogi West senatorial districts ahead of the January 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections, confirming former Governor Yahaya Bello as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress APC for the Kogi Central seat.The list, containing a total of 42 candidates across the three senatorial districts, was signed by the Secretary of INEC, Rose Oriar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-final-list-confirms-yahaya-bello-as-apc-candidate-for-kogi-central/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-final-list-confirms-yahaya-bello-as-apc-candidate-for-kogi-central/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraq closes three border crossings with Iran after drone launch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iraq closed three border crossings with Iran on Saturday, officials told AFP, after a drone attack on a Saudi Arabian pipeline that both Riyadh and Baghdad said was launched from Iraq.Following the Friday night attack, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi dismissed the military commander in Missan province, on the Iran border, after authorities determined that the drones had been launched from there.Two Iraqi security sources told AFP on Saturday that drone launchers were found near a border cross]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iraq-closes-three-border-crossings-with-iran-after-drone-launch/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iraq-closes-three-border-crossings-with-iran-after-drone-launch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France sink Germany to reach first women’s basketball World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[France are through to the final of the women&rsquo;s basketball World Cup for the first time after a 86-64 victory over host nation Germany on Saturday.Gabby Williams top scored with 22 points for the Olympic silver medalists, who kept their unbeaten record at the tournament alive before Sunday&rsquo;s decider in Berlin.The US-born Williams, who also topped the assist charts with five and with four had the most steals, was the constant threat on both ends of the floor for the French.France are]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/france-sink-germany-to-reach-first-womens-basketball-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/france-sink-germany-to-reach-first-womens-basketball-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur’s last wish for PDP was keep flag flying – Turaki camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeThe Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Interim National Working Committee-led by Kabiru Turaki, SAN, on Saturday mourned the party&rsquo;s former National Chairman, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, who died at 90, recalling that the elder statesman&rsquo;s final message to the party was a call to keep its flag flying and preserve its place as Nigeria&rsquo;s truly national political platform.According to the PDP INWC, Tukur&rsquo;s death marked the loss of not just a former national chair]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukurs-last-wish-for-pdp-was-keep-flag-flying-turaki-camp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukurs-last-wish-for-pdp-was-keep-flag-flying-turaki-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur: Nigeria loses towering statesman — PDP]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous Jannamike, AbujaThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the death of its former National Chairman, Alhaji Bamanga Mahmud Tukur, CON, as a profound loss to Nigeria, saying the elder statesman&rsquo;s decades of service left an enduring mark on the country&rsquo;s political, economic and democratic development.Tukur&rsquo;s death marks the end of a long public career that took him from the governorship of the old Gongola State to the federal cabinet, the leadership of the Nig]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-nigeria-loses-towering-statesman-pdp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-nigeria-loses-towering-statesman-pdp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull hold Chelsea, Liverpool fail to beat Fulham in Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull held free-scoring Chelsea 2-2 at Stamford Bridge to go third in the Premier League as Liverpool failed to find a way past struggling Fulham in a 0-0 draw on Saturday.It was a familiar tale for Chelsea as the front three of Morgan Rogers, Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer dazzled, but the Blues were undone by an inability to defend.In five games against top-flight opposition since Xabi Alonso took charge, Chelsea have scored 16 times and conceded 12.Hull were the last side in the Premier League to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hull-hold-chelsea-liverpool-fail-to-beat-fulham-in-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hull-hold-chelsea-liverpool-fail-to-beat-fulham-in-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three countries in East Africa where it snows]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people think of snow, Africa may not be the first continent that comes to mind.However, some of East Africa&rsquo;s highest mountains have snow, glaciers and ice despite being close to the Equator.Here are three East African countries where you can find snow at high elevations.1. TanzaniaTanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa&rsquo;s highest mountain at 5,895 metres.The mountain&rsquo;s summit is covered by snow and ice despite its location close to the Equator. Tanzania&rsquo;s nat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/three-countries-in-east-africa-where-it-snows/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/three-countries-in-east-africa-where-it-snows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uganda buries ‘youngest’ king amid succession row]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several thousand people gathered on Saturday in Uganda to pay final respects to a king once recognised as the world&rsquo;s youngest monarch, with the president urging unity amid a fight over who will succeed him.King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who ascended to the throne at the age of three and reigned over the African country&rsquo;s Tooro Kingdom for 31 years, died recently at the age of 34 while receiving cancer treatment in the United States.Guinness World Records had recognised hi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uganda-buries-youngest-king-amid-succession-row/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uganda-buries-youngest-king-amid-succession-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur: Nigeria will miss elders’ wisdom — Mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Senator David Mark, has mourned the death of former Governor of old Gongola State, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, saying Nigeria will miss the wisdom, experience and counsel of a generation of leaders who devoted their lives to the country.Mark said Tukur&rsquo;s death came at a time when the country particularly needed the guidance and experience of its older generation of leaders, describing him as an elder s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-nigeria-will-miss-elders-wisdom-mark/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-nigeria-will-miss-elders-wisdom-mark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Man of big ideas’ – Tinubu mourns elder statesman, Bamanga Tukur]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPresident Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of elder statesman, renowned businessman, and former governor of the old Gongola State, Bamanga Tukur.The ex-governor died on Saturday, aged 90.President Tinubu described the passing of Tukur, the Tafidan Adamawa, as the end of a remarkable chapter in Nigeria&rsquo;s political and economic history.The President said he was a towering figure whose distinguished career spanned public administration, governance, indus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-of-big-ideas-tinubu-mourns-elder-statesman-bamanga-tukur/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-of-big-ideas-tinubu-mourns-elder-statesman-bamanga-tukur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu mourns elder statesman, Bamanga Tukur, described him as man of bold ideas]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of elder statesman, renowned businessman, and former Governor of the old Gongola State, Alhaji Bamanga Muhammad Tukur,.He died at 90 years.President Tinubu described the passing of Alhaji Tukur, the Tafidan Adamawa, as the end of a remarkable chapter in Nigeria&rsquo;s political and economic history.The President said Alhaji Tukur was a towering figure whose distinguished career spanned public adminis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-mourns-elder-statesman-bamanga-tukur-described-him-as-man-of-bold-ideas/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-mourns-elder-statesman-bamanga-tukur-described-him-as-man-of-bold-ideas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[INEC unveils final list of presidential candidates for 2027 election]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiThe Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has released the final list of candidates for the Presidential and National Assembly Elections scheduled for January 2027, featuring 18 political parties and their presidential and vice-presidential candidates.The list, signed by Rose Oriaran-Anthony, Secretary of the Commission, shows that the ruling All Progressives Congress APC is fielding President Bola Tinubu, 74, with Kashim Shettima, 59, again as his running mate, while th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-unveils-final-list-of-presidential-candidates-for-2027-election/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/inec-unveils-final-list-of-presidential-candidates-for-2027-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku aide faults Onanuga over subsidy response]]></title><description><![CDATA[A media aide to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, Eta Uso, has faulted the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, over his response to Atiku&rsquo;s recent proposal on production subsidy.Uso, in a statement on Saturday, said the Presidency&rsquo;s response focused more on references to Atiku than on the substance of the policy proposal.&ldquo;We gave you a policy argument. Instead of engaging it intelligently, you reached for &lsquo;veteran presidential]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-aide-faults-onanuga-over-subsidy-response/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-aide-faults-onanuga-over-subsidy-response/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo govt links naming ceremonies to 29 deaths from ‘Monkey Tail’ consumption]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson AkureThe Ondo State Government has confirmed that 29 people died from the consumption of local herbal alcoholic mixtures, commonly called &ldquo;monkey tail&rdquo; in Odigbo council area of the state.Health Commissioner, Dr Banji Ajaka, said weekend that there were 60 suspected cases linked to two naming ceremonies.He said the fatality rate stands at 48.3 percent, with 95 percent of victims being males between ages 16 and 55.&ldquo;The current line list contains 60 suspected cas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-govt-links-naming-ceremonies-to-29-deaths-from-monkey-tail-consumption-2/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-govt-links-naming-ceremonies-to-29-deaths-from-monkey-tail-consumption-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ondo govt links naming ceremonies to 29 deaths from ” Monkey Tail” consumption]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson AkureThe Ondo State Government has confirmed that 29 people died from the consumption of local herbal alcoholic mixtures, commonly called &ldquo;monkey tail&rdquo; in Odigbo council area of the state.Health Commissioner, Dr Banji Ajaka, said weekend that there were 60 suspected cases linked to two naming ceremonies.He said the fatality rate stands at 48.3 percent, with 95 percent of victims being males between ages 16 and 55.&ldquo;The current line list contains 60 suspected cas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-govt-links-naming-ceremonies-to-29-deaths-from-monkey-tail-consumption/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ondo-govt-links-naming-ceremonies-to-29-deaths-from-monkey-tail-consumption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just in: Bamanga Tukur, former Adamawa Gov, dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Umar Yusuf, YolaFormer civilian Governor of Adamawa State, Alhaji Mohammed Bamanga Tukur, has died.Tukur died in Abuja on Saturday after a protracted illness. He was 94.The former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was the third civilian governor of the defunct Gongola State, serving from August to November 1983, before the military takeover of government.Tukur, a seasoned technocrat and industrialist, also served as Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/just-in-bamanga-tukur-former-adamawa-gov-dies/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/just-in-bamanga-tukur-former-adamawa-gov-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Jonathan spokesman Niboro joins Tinubu’s 2027 campaign team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran journalist and former Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Ima Niboro, has been appointed one of the spokespersons of President Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s campaign council ahead of the 2027 general election.Niboro, who previously served as spokesperson to former President Goodluck Jonathan, brings experience in presidential communications and newsroom management to the campaign team.He later headed NAN, where he was responsible for overseeing the agency&rsquo;s nationwide new]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-jonathan-spokesman-niboro-joins-tinubus-2027-campaign-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ex-jonathan-spokesman-niboro-joins-tinubus-2027-campaign-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bamanga Tukur, former Adamawa gov, ex-PDP Chair dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Umar Yusuf, YolaFormer civilian Governor of Adamawa State, Alhaji Mohammed Bamanga Tukur, has died.Tukur died in Abuja on Saturday after a protracted illness. He was 94.The former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was the third civilian governor of the defunct Gongola State, serving from August to November 1983, before the military takeover of government.Tukur, a seasoned technocrat and industrialist, also served as Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-former-adamawa-gov-ex-pdp-chair-dies/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/bamanga-tukur-former-adamawa-gov-ex-pdp-chair-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haske dumps APC, joins APM as Adamawa governorship candidate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Businessman and politician, Abdulrahman Haske, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) ahead of the 2027 Adamawa State governorship election.Haske, who was formally unveiled as the APM governorship candidate on Saturday in Yola, said his decision to join the party was driven by his desire to pursue a people-centred development agenda in the state.The declaration was attended by APM leaders, traditional and community leaders]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/haske-dumps-apc-joins-apm-as-adamawa-governorship-candidate/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/haske-dumps-apc-joins-apm-as-adamawa-governorship-candidate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Morka tackles Kwankwaso over promise to take care of Atiku if he withdraws]]></title><description><![CDATA[The All Progressives Congress (APC) spokesperson, Felix Morka, has tackled Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso over his offer to take care of Atiku Abubakar if the former vice-president withdraws from the 2027 presidential race.Kwankwaso, the running mate to Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), had on Monday appealed to Atiku to abandon his presidential ambition and support the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket in next year&rsquo;s election.He cited Atiku&rsquo;s age and health, addi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-morka-tackles-kwankwaso-over-promise-to-take-care-of-atiku-if-he-withdraws/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-morka-tackles-kwankwaso-over-promise-to-take-care-of-atiku-if-he-withdraws/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman recovers N1.64m mistakenly sent to Pastor Jerry Eze’s church]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman, Sandra Okpara, has recovered N1.64m that she mistakenly transferred to an account linked to Pastor Jerry Eze&rsquo;s Streams of Joy International.Okpara, a single mother of two, had made a public appeal on social media after discovering that she had mistakenly sent N1,640,200 to the church while attempting to transfer the money to another account.She said the money belonged to people she was expected to pay and pleaded for help in tracing the funds.&ldquo;This money is not my money. I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/woman-recovers-n164m-mistakenly-sent-to-pastor-jerry-ezes-church/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/woman-recovers-n164m-mistakenly-sent-to-pastor-jerry-ezes-church/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BRICS nations call for ‘maximum restraint’ in Mid-East war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the 11-nation BRICS group including China, Russia, Iran and India called for calm in the Middle East at a summit in New Delhi on Saturday, overcoming earlier divisions to issue a joint statement.Chinese President Xi Jinping, who joined Russian, Iranian, Indian and other leaders in the Indian capital, told the summit that the Middle East war &ldquo;does not serve the common interests of the international community&rdquo;.Foreign ministers of the BRICS grouping failed to agree on a joi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/brics-nations-call-for-maximum-restraint-in-mid-east-war/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/brics-nations-call-for-maximum-restraint-in-mid-east-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okpebholo redeploys commissioners]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ozioruva Aliu, BENUN CITY<br />
The governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebhoko, on Saturday, carried out a minor reshuffle in his cabinet as he redeployed three commissioners from their initial ministries to others.The redeployment of the commissioners was contained in a statement by the Secretary to State Government, SSG, Mysa Ikhilor.The statement said that the governor &ldquo;has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle involving the re-deployment of some commissioners.It noted that the move was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okpebholo-redeploys-commissioners/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okpebholo-redeploys-commissioners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected vehicle theft kingpin arrested in Ogun]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old suspected vehicle theft kingpin, Mosuru Issa, and recovered a stolen wine-coloured Toyota Camry along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.Issa, of Osungboye Street, Agege, Lagos State, was arrested by operatives of the Mowe Divisional Police Headquarters during a routine stop-and-search operation along the Mowe axis of the expressway.The police said the suspect was arrested at about 7:30 a.m. on Friday, after the occup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspected-vehicle-theft-kingpin-arrested-in-ogun/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspected-vehicle-theft-kingpin-arrested-in-ogun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IGP not opposed to citizens recording police officers – Media aide]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Police Force has clarified that Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu is not opposed to citizens recording police officers while carrying out their duties in public.The Force New Media Officer, Aliyu Giwa, said Disu&rsquo;s concern was with the misuse of such recordings, particularly when police encounters are turned into social media content.Giwa made the clarification in a series of posts on X on Saturday, following criticism of the IGP&rsquo;s recent comments on Nigeria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/igp-not-opposed-to-citizens-recording-police-officers-media-aide/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/igp-not-opposed-to-citizens-recording-police-officers-media-aide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet 68-yrr-old Nigerian grandfather who bagged first-class degree in UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 68-year-old Nigerian-born grandfather has graduated with a first-class degree in social work from Goldsmiths, University of London, after returning to education as a mature student.Chris Osagbaekhoe, who was born and raised in Nigeria and now lives in Thamesmead, south-east London, received his BA (Hons) in Social Work at a graduation ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster on September 2.The father of four and grandfather of 12 began his social work studies at the age of 64,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-68-yrr-old-nigerian-grandfather-who-bagged-first-class-degree-in-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-68-yrr-old-nigerian-grandfather-who-bagged-first-class-degree-in-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet 68-yr-old Nigerian grandfather who bagged first-class degree in UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 68-year-old Nigerian-born grandfather has graduated with a first-class degree in social work from Goldsmiths, University of London, after returning to education as a mature student.Chris Osagbaekhoe, who was born and raised in Nigeria and now lives in Thamesmead, south-east London, received his BA (Hons) in Social Work at a graduation ceremony at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster on September 2.The father of four and grandfather of 12 began his social work studies at the age of 64,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-68-yr-old-nigerian-grandfather-who-bagged-first-class-degree-in-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/meet-68-yr-old-nigerian-grandfather-who-bagged-first-class-degree-in-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 Women’s World Cup: Countries eliminated, qualified for Round of 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Poland has entered the knockout-stage race, with several teams already securing their places in the Round of 16.Seven teams have so far qualified for the next round, while three teams have been eliminated from the tournament.Teams qualified for the Round of 16Poland<br />
Argentina<br />
Brazil<br />
England<br />
Italy<br />
DPR Korea<br />
SpainPoland and Brazil finished top of their respective groups after winning all three matches, while Argentina and England advanced in second pl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-countries-eliminated-qualified-for-round-of-16/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/u-20-womens-world-cup-countries-eliminated-qualified-for-round-of-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea face stern Hull test as Blues seek return to winning ways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea will look to return to winning ways when they host Hull City at Stamford Bridge today with both sides making strong starts to the Premier League season.Fourth-placed Chelsea against a Hull City side sitting third after three matches. While the Blues have collected six points, Hull have seven and are yet to concede a league goal this season.Chelsea will, however, take confidence from their remarkable record against Hull. The London side have won their last nine meetings in all competitio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/chelsea-face-stern-hull-test-as-blues-seek-return-to-winning-ways/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/chelsea-face-stern-hull-test-as-blues-seek-return-to-winning-ways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[List of countries offering eVisa to Nigerians in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian passport holders can travel to a number of countries by applying for a visa electronically instead of visiting an embassy or submitting a traditional paper visa application.An eVisa is generally an electronic travel document that is applied for online before travelling. However, requirements, processing times, fees and permitted length of stay vary from one country to another.According to current passport and visa data, Nigerians have access to dozens of destinations offering eVisa or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/list-of-countries-offering-evisa-to-nigerians-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/list-of-countries-offering-evisa-to-nigerians-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku’s subsidy plan failed under Obasanjo – Presidency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Presidency has said that Atiku Abubakar&rsquo;s plan to subsidise crude for local refineries failed when it implemented under former President Olusegun Obasanjo&rsquo;s administration.Read Also: Atiku backs Dangote, says subsidy proposal only for local refineriesOtega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on digital and new media, made the point while reacting to the proposal by&nbsp;the former vice-president for&nbsp;a production subsidy for local refineries.Ogra wrote on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atikus-subsidy-plan-failed-under-obasanjo-presidency/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atikus-subsidy-plan-failed-under-obasanjo-presidency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lil Durk acquitted in US murder-for-hire trial, faces fresh case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grammy-winning American rapper Lil Durk has been acquitted of all charges in a federal murder for hire case in the United States, but he remains in custody ahead of another trial scheduled for October.The Chicago-born rapper, whose real name is Durk Devontay Banks, was accused of orchestrating the 2022 killing of Saviay&rsquo;a Robinson, the cousin of rival rapper Quando Rondo, in Los Angeles.A jury returned its verdict on Friday after three days of deliberations, acquitting the 33-year-old of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lil-durk-acquitted-in-us-murder-for-hire-trial-faces-fresh-case/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lil-durk-acquitted-in-us-murder-for-hire-trial-faces-fresh-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Again, two Nigerians killed in South Africa’s xenophobic crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has confirmed the killing of two Nigerians in separate incidents in South Africa, amid renewed concerns over attacks targeting foreigners in the country.Oluwafemi Adeniyi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, identifying the victims as Taiwo Fakunle and James Nwankwo.According to Adeniyi, Fakunle was murdered at his residence in Kensington, Johannesburg, on September 4, while Nwankwo was reportedly killed the fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/again-two-nigerians-killed-in-south-africas-xenophobic-crisis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/again-two-nigerians-killed-in-south-africas-xenophobic-crisis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worst DR Congo Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 7,000 Ebola cases have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo&rsquo;s worst outbreak of the deadly disease ever, according to figures from the Congolese authorities.Thought to have been spreading under the radar for weeks, the DRC officially detected the latest outbreak in mid-May, with nearly 3,400 people killed in its 17th epidemic of the highly infectious virus.It began in the northeastern Ituri province before spreading to conflict-plagued, remote eastern and northern r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/worst-dr-congo-ebola-epidemic-ever-passes-7000-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/worst-dr-congo-ebola-epidemic-ever-passes-7000-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona have to win Champions League this season – Flick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona coach Hansi Flick warned his players Saturday that any drop in focus could bring them crashing back down to earth after a spectacular start to the season.The Spanish champions have won all five matches they have played across all competitions, scoring 22 goals and conceding just three, ahead of Sunday&rsquo;s visit to face Levante in La Liga.&ldquo;We know in football things can change very fast. I like that we are enjoying the situation (right now),&rdquo; Flick told reporters.&ldquo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/barcelona-have-to-win-champions-league-this-season-flick/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/barcelona-have-to-win-champions-league-this-season-flick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump says Yemen’s Houthis have asked US not to intervene]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump said Saturday that Yemen&rsquo;s Iran-allied Houthi fighters, who have seized a vital shipping corridor linking Europe and Asia, have asked Washington not to intervene.The Houthis have taken control of Yemen&rsquo;s entire Red Sea coast after capturing three strategic islands in a lightning offensive.Saudi Arabia, the world&rsquo;s biggest oil exporter, has relied on the area ever since Iran&rsquo;s Hormuz blockade choked off its shipments via the Gulf.&ldquo;The Houth]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-says-yemens-houthis-have-asked-us-not-to-intervene/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-says-yemens-houthis-have-asked-us-not-to-intervene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ebonyi police rescue abducted cleric, arrest suspected cultist]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiOperatives of the Ebonyi State Police Command have rescued a Methodist cleric, Rev. Ede Sunday, who was abducted in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state.The command also said it arrested a suspected cultist and recovered a locally made Beretta pistol loaded with one round of 9mm ammunition in a separate operation in Abakaliki.The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Joshua Ukandu, disclosed this in a statement on Friday.According to him, Rev. Ede was abducted]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebonyi-police-rescue-abducted-cleric-arrest-suspected-cultist/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ebonyi-police-rescue-abducted-cleric-arrest-suspected-cultist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote adjusts petrol price 6.7% to N1,350/litre]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme Akpan, Energy EditorThe Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, popularly known as petrol, gantry price by 6.7 per cent to N1,350 per litre from N1,265 per litre, effective September 12, 2026.<br />
The refinery also raised its coastal price to N1,783,530 from N1,669,543, representing an increase of N113,987, or 6.8 per cent.<br />
In a memo to customers, Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced the revised prices, saying: &ldquo;Dear valued customer, please find below]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-adjusts-petrol-price-67-to-n1350litre/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-adjusts-petrol-price-67-to-n1350litre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middle East has no need for US ‘policeman’ – Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday that the Middle East does not need the United States to be a &ldquo;regional policeman&rdquo;, with the two countries at war and vying for control of the Strait of Hormuz.&ldquo;We do not need a regional policeman,&rdquo; he said on the sidelines of a BRICS summit in India during a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.&ldquo;The territorial integrity and security of the region can only be guaranteed by its main players and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/middle-east-has-no-need-for-us-policeman-iran/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/middle-east-has-no-need-for-us-policeman-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Heat kills 23 prisoners’]]></title><description><![CDATA[At least 23 prisoners have died in Tunisia in recent weeks due to extreme heat, according to rights advocates, who have long condemned harsh detention conditions made worse by overcrowding.Authorities have yet to release figures for prison deaths this summer, with an official saying no death could be attributed to heat without confirmation from forensic doctors.Read Also: &lsquo;If God saves me, I&rsquo;ll never drink again&rsquo; &ndash; Survivor of Ondo herbal drink tragedyYet the Tunisian Le]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/heat-kills-23-prisoners/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/heat-kills-23-prisoners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: ‘Campaign of lies’ against PRP candidate must stop — Party]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Luminous JannamikeABUJA &mdash; The People&rsquo;s Redemption Party, PRP, has warned that a &lsquo;campaign of lies&rsquo; against its Bauchi State governorship candidate Shehu Buba, must stop, accusing political opponents of spreading false allegations linking the candidate with banditry and kidnapping.The party, which had initially kept quiet over the allegations, said it could no longer remain silent after becoming convinced that the claims were part of a deliberate effort to damage the c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-campaign-of-lies-against-prp-candidate-must-stop-party/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-campaign-of-lies-against-prp-candidate-must-stop-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zazzau Emirate has 11 LGAs, dozens of chiefs — Bamalli]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoZARIA &mdash; The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, has disclosed that the emirate covers 11 local government areas and has dozens of traditional institutions whose salaries and allowances are largely funded through monthly contributions from the councils.Bamalli, who spoke in an interview at his palace in Zaria, said the traditional institution had enjoyed greater financial stability since the Kaduna State Government introduced a system under which the monthl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zazzau-emirate-has-11-lgas-dozens-of-chiefs-bamalli/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/zazzau-emirate-has-11-lgas-dozens-of-chiefs-bamalli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote: N525 refinery shares will hit N10,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme AkpanPresident of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said shares of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, being offered at N525 each, could rise to N10,000 in the future.Read Also: Dangote adjusts petrol price 6.7% to N1,350/litreDangote also assured small-scale investors participating in the refinery&rsquo;s Initial Public Offering, IPO, that they would be prioritised in the allocation of shares.He spoke in Hausa during an interview with Abis Fulani, while discussing the propose]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-n525-refinery-shares-will-hit-n10000/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-n525-refinery-shares-will-hit-n10000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote: N525 refinery shares may hit N10,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme AkpanPresident of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said shares of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, being offered at N525 each, could rise to N10,000 in the future.<br />
Dangote also assured small-scale investors participating in the refinery&rsquo;s Initial Public Offering, IPO, that they would be prioritised in the allocation of shares.<br />
He spoke in Hausa during an interview with Abis Fulani, while discussing the proposed IPO and its potential benefits to investors.<br />
Dangote sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-n525-refinery-shares-may-hit-n10000/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-n525-refinery-shares-may-hit-n10000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote: N525 refinery shares can hit N10,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme AkpanPresident of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said shares of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, being offered at N525 each, could rise to N10,000 in the future.Read Also: Dangote adjusts petrol price 6.7% to N1,350/litreDangote also assured small-scale investors participating in the refinery&rsquo;s Initial Public Offering, IPO, that they would be prioritised in the allocation of shares.He spoke in Hausa during an interview with Abis Fulani, while discussing the propose]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-n525-refinery-shares-can-hit-n10000/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-n525-refinery-shares-can-hit-n10000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US varsity probes Uju Anya’s ‘threatening’ posts amid backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, said it has begun reviewing recent social media posts attributed to Nigerian-born academic Dr Uju Anya, describing the remarks as &ldquo;hostile and threatening&rdquo; amid mounting backlash online.Anya is an associate professor of second-language acquisition in the university&rsquo;s Department of Languages, Cultures and Applied Linguistics.The university said Anya is currently on voluntary professional leave and is not tea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-varsity-probes-uju-anyas-threatening-posts-amid-backlash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/us-varsity-probes-uju-anyas-threatening-posts-amid-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yemen’s Houthis take over strait vital to global shipping]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Iran-backed Houthis controlled Yemen&rsquo;s entire Red Sea coast on Saturday after capturing three strategic islands in a lightning offensive the previous day, cementing their hold on a vital shipping corridor linking Europe and Asia.The developments are likely to deepen the Middle East war&rsquo;s impact on international commerce as Saudi Arabia shut down an oil pipeline following attacks, and after months of Iran&rsquo;s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.Following a week-long offensive th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yemens-houthis-take-over-strait-vital-to-global-shipping/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/yemens-houthis-take-over-strait-vital-to-global-shipping/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man nabbed while attempting to sell own baby]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Steve Oko, UMUAHIAThe Abia State Police Command said it had arrested a man and three accomplices allegedly caught while attempting to sell and traffic his 16-month-old biological daughter for financial gain.Read Also: &lsquo;How I made $300 from my 8-yr-old daughter&rsquo;s pornographic video&rsquo;The four suspects were arrested by operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Gender Unit, at a hotel in Obi, Obingwa Local Government Area, on September 7, 2026.Commissioner]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-nabbed-while-attempting-to-sell-own-baby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-nabbed-while-attempting-to-sell-own-baby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tyla and Other Stars Cancel Concerts Amid Anti-Immigrant Backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[As anti-immigrant sentiment and vigilante violence fuel outrage across the continent, some fans abroad are rejecting South African performers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tyla-and-other-stars-cancel-concerts-amid-anti-immigrant-backlash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tyla-and-other-stars-cancel-concerts-amid-anti-immigrant-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explanation on how subsidy gains are spent isn’t on Tinubu – Abiodun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has said state governors, rather than President Bola Tinubu, should account for how the financial gains from the removal of petrol subsidy are being spent.Abiodun spoke on Thursday at an All Progressives Congress rally held at the Dipo Dina International Stadium in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.The governor, speaking in Yoruba, argued that state governors were better positioned to explain how the additional funds had been utilised because the removal of subsidy had incr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/explanation-on-how-subsidy-gains-are-spent-isnt-on-tinubu-abiodun/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/explanation-on-how-subsidy-gains-are-spent-isnt-on-tinubu-abiodun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CONTROVERSY: Peller comes under scrutiny after TikTok bans Carter Efe’s 5.6m account]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Aiyedun OluwadamilolaAn old video of Nigerian content creator Peller appealing to fans to report fellow creator Carter Efe&rsquo;s TikTok account has resurfaced online, days after TikTok permanently banned Carter Efe&rsquo;s main account for the second time over a year.The clip began circulating on September 9, with social media users linking Peller&rsquo;s appeal to the subsequent removal of Carter Efe&rsquo;s account.Carter Efe, a streamer, comedian and musician, lost access to his officia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/controversy-peller-comes-under-scrutiny-after-tiktok-bans-carter-efes-56m-account/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/controversy-peller-comes-under-scrutiny-after-tiktok-bans-carter-efes-56m-account/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump arrives in Ireland for golf tournament, PM talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Donald Trump landed in Ireland under tight security Saturday for two days of diplomacy and golf, on a trip that again blurs the lines between his presidency and personal business interests.The US president touched down at Dublin airport in his Qatari-gifted plane shortly before 8:25 am (0725 GMT), AFP reporters saw.At least 4,000&nbsp;police and other personnel, including snipers, have been mobilised for the visit, in what has been dubbed one of the biggest security operations ever mounted in I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-arrives-in-ireland-for-golf-tournament-pm-talks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-arrives-in-ireland-for-golf-tournament-pm-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two jailed for violent burglary of Man City goalkeeper Donnarumma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men involved in a violent burglary of Manchester City&rsquo;s Italy international goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and his pregnant girlfriend at their home in Paris were on Friday given prison sentences.Donnarumma was savagely beaten in the robbery while his then fiancee, now wife, Alessia Elefante, was choked with a cable and later suffered a miscarriage blamed on the trauma of the incident.Ilyas Kherbouch, 21, the mastermind of the burglary, was sentenced to nine years in prison and fined]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/two-jailed-for-violent-burglary-of-man-city-goalkeeper-donnarumma/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/two-jailed-for-violent-burglary-of-man-city-goalkeeper-donnarumma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m restoring subsidy to cut fuel, transport costs – Atiku]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has explained that his plan to restore fuel subsidy is aimed at supporting local refining and reducing the cost of petrol, rather than subsidising imported fuel.Atiku made the clarification in a series of posts on his X platform on Saturday, saying his proposed policy would amount to a &ldquo;production subsidy&rdquo; rather than an import subsidy.He explained that the government would support crude oil refined in Nigeria to enable domestic refineries to pro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-restoring-subsidy-to-cut-fuel-transport-costs-atiku/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/im-restoring-subsidy-to-cut-fuel-transport-costs-atiku/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected alcohol poisoning: Ondo govt confirms 29 deaths, 60 cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ondo State Government has confirmed the death of 29 people from suspected poisoning linked to the consumption of alcoholic substances in the Odigbo Local Government Area.The Commissioner for Health, Dr Banji Ajaka, who disclosed this on Friday night in Akure, said that there were 60 suspected cases from the incident.He explained that three people were currently on admission in hospitals, while 27 others remain under medical observation.Ajaka said 95 per cent of those affected were males age]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspected-alcohol-poisoning-ondo-govt-confirms-29-deaths-60-cases/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspected-alcohol-poisoning-ondo-govt-confirms-29-deaths-60-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DR Congo school fire stampede death toll rises to 26 – UNICEF]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire and stampede at a school in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 26 children, the UN children&rsquo;s agency said on Friday, with some pupils leaping from windows on high floors to escape the carnage.The blaze in the city of Bukavu on Thursday began around 9:00 am (0700 GMT) while the children were in lessons, forcing some to try to escape by&nbsp;jumping&nbsp;from higher floors, a teacher told AFP.&ldquo;In the middle of class, I suddenly heard students screaming, so]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dr-congo-school-fire-stampede-death-toll-rises-to-26-unicef/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dr-congo-school-fire-stampede-death-toll-rises-to-26-unicef/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Niger appoints new chief of staff after thwarted mutiny]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niger&rsquo;s junta chief appointed a new chief of staff, state TV reported on Friday, after a thwarted army mutiny last month shook his grip on power.Supporters of the military government put down the attempted uprising with the help of Russian mercenaries, but not before intense fighting in the capital.Disgruntled soldiers attacked several sensitive sites in Niamey and hunkered down in a key&nbsp;military base&nbsp;at the airport.&ldquo;By a decree signed on September 11, 2026, General Abdour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-appoints-new-chief-of-staff-after-thwarted-mutiny/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/niger-appoints-new-chief-of-staff-after-thwarted-mutiny/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles – Seoul]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles Saturday, Seoul said, a day after South Korea concluded five days of joint maritime drills with the United States and Japan that were focused on the North.Pyongyang last month slammed plans for the so-called Freedom Edge joint exercises in international waters off South Korea as a &ldquo;threat&rdquo; to North Korea and other countries of the region.On Saturday, Seoul&rsquo;s military detected &ldquo;multiple short-range ballistic missiles launched f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/north-korea-fires-multiple-ballistic-missiles-seoul/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/north-korea-fires-multiple-ballistic-missiles-seoul/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alia commends DSS for arresting suspects over Ayilamo attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter Duru, MakurdiBenue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has commended the Department of State Services, DSS, for the prompt and professional operation that led to the arrest of three suspects allegedly linked to the attack on Ayilamo community in Logo Local Government Area, LGA, of the state.The Benue State Police Command had confirmed that four policemen and seven other persons were killed during the Thursday evening attack by suspected armed herdsmen on the community.The attack, whi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/alia-commends-dss-for-arresting-suspects-over-ayilamo-attack/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/alia-commends-dss-for-arresting-suspects-over-ayilamo-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Poco Lee released after weeks in UK detention]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Efe OnodjaeNigerian dancer and singer, Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has been released after spending several weeks in detention in the United Kingdom over an alleged sexual assault case.Poco Lee&rsquo;s release comes weeks after reports emerged that he had been arrested in the UK in connection with an allegation of sexual assault.His management had earlier confirmed that the matter was before a UK court, while urging the public to allow the legal process to take its cour]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/poco-lee-released-after-weeks-in-uk-detention/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/poco-lee-released-after-weeks-in-uk-detention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flood alert: Niger warns River Kaduna communities over Shiroro dam]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Niger Government has warned residents and communities along the Kaduna River Basin of possible increased water levels following sustained inflows into the Shiroro Reservoir during the ongoing 2026 rainy season.The government said a controlled release of water from the Shiroro Reservoir might become necessary in September to enhance the safety of the dam structure and downstream communities.This is contained in a public service announcement issued by Mr. Obed Nana, Commissioner for Informati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/flood-alert-niger-warns-river-kaduna-communities-over-shiroro-dam/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/flood-alert-niger-warns-river-kaduna-communities-over-shiroro-dam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘How I made $300 from my 8-yr-old daughter’s pornographic video’]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Evelyn UsmanThe 36-year-old woman, Anulika Onyeanusia, arrested by the Anambra State Police Command over alleged child pornography in Onitsha, has disclosed that she uploaded a video involving her eight-year-old daughter on a pornographic platform to make money.Read Also: &lsquo;If God saves me, I&rsquo;ll never drink again&rsquo; &ndash; Survivor of Ondo herbal drink tragedyOnyeanusia, who was arrested following a disturbing video that went viral online, reportedly told investigators that t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-i-made-300-from-my-8-yr-old-daughters-pornographic-video/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/how-i-made-300-from-my-8-yr-old-daughters-pornographic-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCAA fines RwandAir N15m over ‘unresolved baggage issue’, orders $170 passenger compensation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has fined RwandAir N15,000,000 for violating consumer protection regulations.In a post on X on Friday, Michael Achimugu, director of public affairs and consumer protection at NCAA, said the airline was fined N15 million for failing to resolve a passenger&rsquo;s baggage complaint within the stipulated timeframe.Vanguard News<br />
The post NCAA fines RwandAir N15m over &lsquo;unresolved baggage issue&rsquo;, orders $170 passenger compensation appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncaa-fines-rwandair-n15m-over-unresolved-baggage-issue-orders-170-passenger-compensation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncaa-fines-rwandair-n15m-over-unresolved-baggage-issue-orders-170-passenger-compensation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCAA fines RwandAir N15m over baggage issue, orders $170 passenger compensation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has fined RwandAir N15,000,000 for violating consumer protection regulations.In a post on X on Friday, Michael Achimugu, NCAA&rsquo;s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, said the airline was fined N15 million for failing to resolve a passenger&rsquo;s baggage complaint within the stipulated timeframe.&ldquo;The NCAA has sanctioned Rwand Air for consumer protection-related infractions,&rdquo; Achimugu said.&ldquo;The airline has been f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncaa-fines-rwandair-n15m-over-baggage-issue-orders-170-passenger-compensation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ncaa-fines-rwandair-n15m-over-baggage-issue-orders-170-passenger-compensation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lady Gaga welcomes first child]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pop superstar Lady Gaga welcomed her first child with fiance Michael Polansky, US media reported Friday.The 40-year-old &ldquo;Bad Romance&rdquo; singer, whose real name is Stefani Germanotta, began dating Polansky in 2020, and became engaged to the entrepreneur in 2024.A source confirmed news of the child&rsquo;s birth to Page Six and People, but no additional details about the baby, including its name, sex or date of birth,&nbsp;were immediately available.The musician affectionately referred]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lady-gaga-welcomes-first-child/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lady-gaga-welcomes-first-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian children need books that reflect their identity — Vivian Uwakwe]]></title><description><![CDATA[For Nigerian author and illustrator, Vivian Uwakwe, the journey into children&rsquo;s book publishing was not a carefully mapped career path. It was an unexpected return to a gift she had almost abandoned. Raised in an unconventional home, Vivian grew up under the influence of a father, Peter Uwakwe, who was both an artist (who specialised in textile design) and storyteller. His studio became part of her childhood world, exposing her to drawing, writing, and creativity from an early age.Ironica]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-children-need-books-that-reflect-their-identity-vivian-uwakwe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-children-need-books-that-reflect-their-identity-vivian-uwakwe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I want to build Africa’s largest army of female photographers — Anicho Stella]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Fred IwenjoraStella Anicho is a young woman with great ambition. The documentary photographer, visual storyteller, creative educator, and social impact advocate whose work intersects visual storytelling, women&rsquo;s empowerment, gender inclusion, leadership, governance, cultural documentation, and community development uses photography as a tool for documentation, advocacy, representation, education, and social change, with a particular focus on amplifying underrepresented voices and prese]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-want-to-build-africas-largest-army-of-female-photographers-anichostella/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/i-want-to-build-africas-largest-army-of-female-photographers-anichostella/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weight-loss drug may also slow ageing – Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[A drug already transforming the treatment of obesity and diabetes may have another, unexpected effect: slowing some aspects of ageing.Read Also: Diphtheria: Abuja barber&rsquo;s &lsquo;surgery&rsquo; made child bleed to deathResearchers have found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in popular weight-loss medicines such as Ozempic and Wegovy, extended the lifespan of elderly female mice and improved several measures associated with healthy ageing.In the study, published in Nature, mice trea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/weight-loss-drug-may-also-slow-ageing-study/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/weight-loss-drug-may-also-slow-ageing-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heartbeat by sound: Scientists develop non-invasive pacemaker]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Sola Ogundipe&nbsp;What if a person who needs a pacemaker no longer had to undergo surgery to have one implanted? Imagine having no wires threaded into the heart, no pulse generator implanted under the skin and, potentially, no repeat procedures to deal with implanted hardware?Read Also: Diphtheria: Abuja barber&rsquo;s &lsquo;surgery&rsquo; made child bleed to deathInstead, there is a small patch sitting on the chest, using sound waves to help keep the heart beating normally. This possibili]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/heartbeat-by-sound-scientists-develop-non-invasive-pacemaker/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/heartbeat-by-sound-scientists-develop-non-invasive-pacemaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos’ 5.1m-tonne waste burden: The search for way out ]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Divinegrace OnosetaleFive million, one hundred and ten thousand tonnes. That is the amount of solid waste Lagos could generate in one year if the state&rsquo;s upper daily estimate of 14,000 tonnes remains constant. In seven days, the figure would stand at about 98,000 tonnes. In 30 days, it would reach 420,000 tonnes.Read Also: &lsquo;If God saves me, I&rsquo;ll never drink again&rsquo; &ndash; Survivor of Ondo herbal drink tragedyFor a city already grappling with congestion, rapid populati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-51m-tonne-waste-burden-the-search-for-way-out/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-51m-tonne-waste-burden-the-search-for-way-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alarm in Lagos markets, as fraudsters target 125 business owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Evelyn UsmanNo fewer than 125 businessmen operating in some of Lagos&rsquo; major markets have been pencilled down as potential victims by suspected fraud syndicates, in what the police described as a disturbing web of calculated targeting.Read Also: &lsquo;If God saves me, I&rsquo;ll never drink again&rsquo; &ndash; Survivor of Ondo herbal drink tragedyAccording to the police, the gang studied successful traders, identified the commodities they dealt in and devised different schemes to lure]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/alarm-in-lagos-markets-as-fraudsters-target-125-business-owners/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/alarm-in-lagos-markets-as-fraudsters-target-125-business-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who owns the road to Yelewata? by Stephanie Shaakaa]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2025, the visit was stopped before it began. In 2026, it reached the gate and still could not get through.Peter Obi has now been turned back from Benue twice.The first time was in 2025, when his planned humanitarian visit became a dispute over notification and security arrangements. More than a year later, the tension returned, only this time Obi had already entered the state and was on his way to Yelewata, the community devastated by the violence of June 2025, when his convoy was stopped on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/who-owns-the-road-to-yelewata-by-stephanie-shaakaa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/who-owns-the-road-to-yelewata-by-stephanie-shaakaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enters the new Balogun of Oyo Kingdom]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Femi AdesinaIt was the radiance of kings last Saturday at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo as His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, led a battery of traditional rulers from far and near to install a new Balogun (war leader, Captain) for the kingdom.Dr Adesola Adeduntan, FCA, was an accomplished banker, indeed, the former Group Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank. He is also Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, Ibadan. Now]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/enters-the-new-balogun-of-oyo-kingdom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/enters-the-new-balogun-of-oyo-kingdom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marriage that no longer has to survive, by Stephanie Shaakaa]]></title><description><![CDATA[There was a time when marriage was not something you left simply because it had become difficult. You entered it knowing that money would sometimes be scarce, affection would sometimes become quieter, children would change the rhythm of the household and life would eventually bring illness, ageing parents, disappointment and responsibilities nobody had imagined on the wedding day. Marriage was not expected to make life permanently beautiful. It was expected to survive life.That understanding of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/marriage-that-no-longer-has-to-survive-by-stephanie-shaakaa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/marriage-that-no-longer-has-to-survive-by-stephanie-shaakaa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fr. Alia and the Seduction of Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Valentine ObienyemSeneca was a notable philosopher who lived under Emperor Nero. He preached ascetic virtues but was accused of accumulating enormous wealth. Being a man of letters capable of defending himself, Seneca wrote: &ldquo;I persist in praising not the life that I lead, but that which I ought to lead. I follow it at a mighty distance, crawling&rdquo; &ndash; of which of us is this not true?Rev. Fr Hyacinth Alia, the Governor of Benue State, is entirely human and a Nigerian politicia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fr-alia-and-the-seduction-of-power/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fr-alia-and-the-seduction-of-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ortom and the 23 cars]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaThe news that former Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State was given 23 cars on leaving office should be an issue of concern to every Nigerian who wants the development of the country.Read Also: Tinubu&rsquo;s Re-election: APC blocs rise against Wike&rsquo;s Rainbow CoalitionExcept, perhaps, for the subject who benefited from that unimaginable wastefulness, nothing in the world justifies the allocation of 23 cars to a governor on leaving office.Ortom had accused Governor Hyacin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ortom-and-the-23-cars/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ortom-and-the-23-cars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu’s Re-election: APC blocs rise against Wike’s Rainbow Coalition]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Clifford Ndujihe, Demola Akinyemi, Juilet Umeh, Dan Abia &amp; Emma UnaPowerful blocs in the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, are up in gloves against the Rainbow Coalition midwifed by Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, Minister, Nyesom Wike, saying it would not only hurt the party&rsquo;s candidates in the 2027 polls but also the re-election of President Bola Tinubu.Read Also: 2027: INEC asks court to dismiss Atiku&rsquo;s suit over Tinubu certificatesWike, a kingmaker in the camp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubus-re-election-apc-blocs-rise-against-wikes-rainbow-coalition/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubus-re-election-apc-blocs-rise-against-wikes-rainbow-coalition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Where do we sleep?’ – NYSC members lament accommodation crisis nationwide]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adesina WahabAs part of efforts to reunite the country after the civil war, the then military administration of General Yakubu Gowon set up the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Scheme that makes it mandatory for graduates of tertiary institutions to serve the fatherland for a year.Read Also: &lsquo;If God saves me, I&rsquo;ll never drink again&rsquo; &ndash; Survivor of Ondo herbal drink tragedyEstablished on May 22, 1973, it requires Nigerian graduates under 30 years to participate in a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/where-do-we-sleep-nysc-members-lament-accommodation-crisis-nationwide/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/where-do-we-sleep-nysc-members-lament-accommodation-crisis-nationwide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can our votes count in 2027? — Nigerians ask]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, Regional Editor, South-WestAt the inauguration of the APM presidential campaign office in Ibadan last week, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo, who is also the presidential candidate of the APM, Mr Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of NDC, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state and other opposition figures unveiled a &ldquo;Reset Nigeria&rdquo; agenda, where they expressed confidence that Nigerians&rsquo; votes will count in next year&rsquo;s election.<br />
Read Also: Atiku won&rsquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/can-our-votescount-in-2027-nigerians-ask/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/can-our-votescount-in-2027-nigerians-ask/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘If God saves me, I’ll never drink again’ – Survivor of Ondo herbal drink tragedy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dayo Johnson, AKUREA survivor has said he would never drink again if God saves him, just as the death toll from suspected consumption of adulterated herbal drinks in parts of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State continued to rise.Read Also: Diphtheria: Abuja barber&rsquo;s &lsquo;surgery&rsquo; made child bleed to deathMeanwhile, the male seller of the toxic drink has allegedly been arrested.Fatalities were recorded in Odigbo town, Newtown, Orita, and Araromi-Obu, throwing the affected]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/if-god-saves-me-ill-never-drink-again-survivor-of-ondo-herbal-drink-tragedy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/if-god-saves-me-ill-never-drink-again-survivor-of-ondo-herbal-drink-tragedy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘The Asholio Heritage’: Documenting history, identity and life of Asholio people  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Prisca Sam-DuruPresented as a rich and priceless compendium, &ldquo;The Asholio Heritage,&rdquo; by an accomplished and seasoned journalist, Ben Adam Shemang, is a historical masterpiece that takes readers on an interesting journey into almost everything they need to know about the Asholio people in Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.The book by the pioneer Director of Training with the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Shemang who retired as Director of News (VON), brings to light, who the Asholio people are, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-asholio-heritage-documenting-history-identity-and-life-of-asholio-people/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/the-asholio-heritage-documenting-history-identity-and-life-of-asholio-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diphtheria: Abuja barber’s ‘surgery’ made child bleed to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza Ajayi, ABUJADiphtheria has killed two patients in Abuja out of five laboratory-confirmed cases, prompting the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA to move swiftly to calm public anxiety over the outbreak.Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environmental Secretariat, FCTA, Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, disclosed this during a community sensitization and advocacy event on the disease held in Karshi, explaining that the administration had investigated 15 suspected cases as of last wee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-abuja-barbers-surgery-made-child-bleed-to-death/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-abuja-barbers-surgery-made-child-bleed-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov Abdulrazak now Sardauna of Ilorin, to be turbaned Wednesday ]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Demola Akinyemi, ILORINIlorin, the Kwara State capital is agog as all is set for the turbanning of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as the Sardauna of Ilorin on Wednesday.Read Also: FG bans 25% textbooks, sets 70% pass mark for school booksThe Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, said that the turbanning of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as Sardauna of Ilorin Emirate is in recognition of his leadership commitment to peace, unity and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gov-abdulrazak-now-sardauna-of-ilorin-to-be-turbaned-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gov-abdulrazak-now-sardauna-of-ilorin-to-be-turbaned-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku won’t quit 2027 race, ADC chieftain tackles Kwankwaso]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Juliet UmehA chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Chille Igbawua, has dismissed calls for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, describing suggestions that his age and health should disqualify him as unfounded.Igbawua, a former member of the House of Representatives and adviser to the ADC National Chairman, spoke during an interview on Arise Television.Reacting to calls for Atiku to step aside for a younger opposition candidate, Igbaw]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-wont-quit-2027-race-adc-chieftain-tackles-kwankwaso/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 03:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-wont-quit-2027-race-adc-chieftain-tackles-kwankwaso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mamuda Group Chairman and Board Delegation Visit Dangote Refinery, Meet Aliko Dangote]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hassan Hammoud, Chairman and CEO of Mamuda Group, led a delegation of board members on an official visit to the Dangote Refinery in Lagos today. The visit included a meeting with Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, and his daughter, Fatima Dangote, Executive Director of Dangote Group.The delegation toured key sections of the refinery, one of the largest single-train petroleum refining facilities in the world. The visit gave Mamuda Group leadership firsthand insight in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mamuda-group-chairman-and-board-delegation-visit-dangote-refinery-meet-aliko-dangote/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 03:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mamuda-group-chairman-and-board-delegation-visit-dangote-refinery-meet-aliko-dangote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lukuwa appeals for calm after knife attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO: Sokoto-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa, has appealed for calm following an alleged knife attack on him shortly after the conclusion of Jumu&rsquo;at prayer at his mosque in the Mabera area of Sokoto metropolis.Lukuwa, who sustained a minor injury around his neck during the incident on Friday, said he was well and urged his followers and members of the public not to panic over his condition.The cleric made the appeal in a video circulated on socia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lukuwa-appeals-for-calm-after-knife-attack/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lukuwa-appeals-for-calm-after-knife-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi defies passage of time, makes Ballon d’Or history again   ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi is used to appearing in the history books, but this time the fact could be related to something that no trophy can show on its own: the duration of his longevity. Exactly 20 years passed between his first nomination, in 2006, and the current one.The most striking detail is not only his name on the list, but the time that has passed since that first appearance in 2006; with the nomination being completely official and concrete, exactly one generation has passed between the two momen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-defies-passage-of-time-makes-ballon-dor-history-again/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/messi-defies-passage-of-time-makes-ballon-dor-history-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Segun Odegbami: Demystifying and humanising FIFA!]]></title><description><![CDATA[On behalf of all Nigerians I welcome the delegation from FIFA to Nigeria.I wish them an enjoyable and fruitful stay.I pray that this will be the last time Nigerian football officials shall invite FIFA to the country for the purpose of resolving our self-inflicted domestic problems. Each time we did so (invite them) we put the organisation in a tight corner, making them to walk the thin line between Intervention and interference.&nbsp;According to FIFA&rsquo;s fundamental principle, each of its]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/segun-odegbami-demystifying-and-humanising-fifa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/segun-odegbami-demystifying-and-humanising-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NFF: Public funding requires scrutiny]]></title><description><![CDATA[&lrm;&lrm;By Godwin Dudu-Orumen&nbsp;&lrm;Who owns Nigerian Football? &lrm;The people who built the game remain outside the room where its offices are shared. Where are the footballers?&lrm;Not only the famous ones who appear on television when the Super Eagles are playing. I mean the men and women who came through Nigerian clubs, survived the local league, represented the country, and then spent years in serious football systems abroad. They have seen how clubs recruit, train, insure and prote]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nff-public-funding-requires-scrutiny/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nff-public-funding-requires-scrutiny/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Onitsha stands still as Faithspiration Initiative hosts Ave Maria Praise 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Polycarp IfeanyiHistory was made in Onitsha, the commercial hub of Anambra State, as thousands of people from across the state and neighboring states converged on the city to participate in Ave Maria Praise 2026.The event, themed &ldquo;Fill the Jars, Make Room for Fresh Wine&rdquo;John 2:1-11, was organized by Faithspiration Initiative, led by its founder, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. George Adimike, in honour of the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary.It was held at SS. John and Paul Catholic Church,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/onitsha-stands-still-as-faithspiration-initiative-hosts-ave-maria-praise-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/onitsha-stands-still-as-faithspiration-initiative-hosts-ave-maria-praise-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Augustine Eguavoen: When Interim Becomes an Identity]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Douglas Baye-Osagie&nbsp;&nbsp;_dbayeosagie@yahoo.comAugustine Eguavoen is one of the enduring names in Nigerian football. His story stretches back to the great days of the Green Eagles in the 1980s and the Super Eagles in the 1990s, when Nigerian football was beginning to announce itself on the global stage. But for all the glory attached to Eguavoen the player, his journey as a coach has been a very different story &mdash; one marked by comebacks, departures, temporary assignments and an a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/augustine-eguavoen-when-interim-becomes-an-identity/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/augustine-eguavoen-when-interim-becomes-an-identity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA/NFF meeting: Nigeria has nothing to fear – Okpala]]></title><description><![CDATA[.Players&rsquo; body kicks against unequal representation.Insists, &lsquo;state FA chairmen must not outnumber us&rsquo;&nbsp;By Jacob AjomAs Nigerians await the meeting between officials of FIFA and stakeholders in Nigerian football tomorrow in Abuja, a former Nigerian international, Sylvanus Okpala has said that Nigeria has nothing to fear.Speaking with Sports Vanguard yesterday, Okpala said insinuations about possible negative outcome from FIFA fact-finding mission were unfounded. &ldquo;Nig]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifanff-meeting-nigeria-has-nothing-to-fear-okpala/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifanff-meeting-nigeria-has-nothing-to-fear-okpala/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[F/Eagles: Okoku backs Uwe, by Emeka Obasi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Uwe led the Flying Eagles to bronze at the USSR 1985 FIFA Under 20 World Championships. Later in the year, he was part of the Leventis United squad that played in the finals of the African Winners Cup. The towering defender featured for Iwuanyanwu Nationale in the finals of the1988 CAF Champions League.Now, Uwe is a qualified coach, with German and American licences. He is also a certified referee. Yet, this same man has been dribbled thrice by the Nigerian Football Federation for offeri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/feagles-okoku-backs-uwe-by-emeka-obasi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/feagles-okoku-backs-uwe-by-emeka-obasi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your payslip explained! By Abimbola Abdur-rahman Lekki]]></title><description><![CDATA[Again, there is an important distinction:A deduction from your salary is not necessarily an additional tax.Where the law recognises the deduction in determining chargeable income, it may reduce the amount of income on which your tax is calculated.Employees should therefore check their payslips and relevant remittance records to ensure that deductions described as NHF are properly accounted for.4. Health Insurance ContributionsQualifying contributions under the National Health Insurance Scheme a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/your-payslip-explained-by-abimbola-abdur-rahman-lekki/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/your-payslip-explained-by-abimbola-abdur-rahman-lekki/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okpebholo: Igbinedion’s legacy transcends Edo]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY: Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, have felicitated the Esama of Benin Kingdom, Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, on his 92nd birthday.In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Dr Patrick Ebojele, Governor Okpebholo described Igbinedion&rsquo;s contributions to business, aviation, education, broadcasting and community development as a testament to faith, vision and commitment to society.Okpebholo said: &ld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okpebholo-igbinedions-legacy-transcends-edo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/okpebholo-igbinedions-legacy-transcends-edo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC’s ‘Unknown Bishops’ Get An Upgrade, by Emmanuel Aziken]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just about this time four years ago, the All Progressives Congress, APC, found itself at the centre of one of the more bizarre spectacles of Nigeria&rsquo;s 2023 election season.At the unveiling of Senator Kashim Shettima as Bola Tinubu&rsquo;s presidential running mate, on July 20, 2022, an assortment of men and women dressed in the unmistakable robes of Christian clerics suddenly appeared. There were bishops, pastors and other supposed church leaders, complete with ecclesiastical garments tha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apcs-unknown-bishops-get-an-upgrade-by-emmanuel-aziken/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apcs-unknown-bishops-get-an-upgrade-by-emmanuel-aziken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[That blank space needs to be filled, by Muyiwa Adetiba]]></title><description><![CDATA[I attended the book launch of Deolu Folarin, a classmate and longtime friend a couple of weeks ago. Titled &lsquo;An Odyssey of a life marked by grace&rsquo;, the book was to capture the highs and lows of his journey of 75 years on earth. A couple of days later, I attended the book launch of Mrs Bimbo Oloyede, celebrated newscaster and allegedly the first female newscaster on NTA (Nigeria Television Authority). Titled &lsquo;Communication and Media in Nigeria&rsquo; it was to mark her 50 years]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/that-blank-spaceneeds-to-be-filled-by-muyiwa-adetiba/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/that-blank-spaceneeds-to-be-filled-by-muyiwa-adetiba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC Janjaweeds and 2027: Will the Elections Hold? By Ugoji Egbujo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The elections are in clear jeopardy. In Benue, a state ruled by a priest, state-financed hooliganism targeted at the opposition has sprouted. If a presidential candidate of one of the major parties cannot move around freely, then the elections, even if they hold, will be a sham.When Governor Alia barred Obi from entering Benue last year, many thought he was clowning. I said Alia was a total Alikirija. I could not put childishness and cynicism beneath a priest who had left the altar of God for t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apc-janjaweeds-and-2027-will-the-elections-hold-by-ugoji-egbujo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apc-janjaweeds-and-2027-will-the-elections-hold-by-ugoji-egbujo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amusan wins silver at World Athletics Ultimate Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Tobi Amusan settled for silver in the women&rsquo;s 100m hurdles at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, Hungary, on Friday.Amusan clocked 12.34 seconds to finish behind United States Olympic champion Masai Russell, who won the title in 12.22 seconds.Netherlands&rsquo; Nadine Visser completed the podium in 12.39 seconds.The result meant Amusan, the former world record holder in the event, could not reclaim the top spot from Russell, who broke the Nige]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/amusan-wins-silver-at-world-athletics-ultimate-championship/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/amusan-wins-silver-at-world-athletics-ultimate-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Killing of Nigerians: There will be consequences if…. Fani-Kayode warns South African govt]]></title><description><![CDATA[ABUJA &mdash; Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has condemned the alleged killing of two Nigerians in South Africa, warning that continued discrimination and attacks against Nigerian nationals could have consequences.Fani-Kayode, in a post on his Facebook handle on Friday, said he was &ldquo;mortified and deeply shocked&rdquo; by the reported murder of Bishop Michael Taiwo Fakunle in Johannesburg on September 4.According to him, Fakunle was allegedly threatened before unidentified]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/killing-of-nigerians-there-will-be-consequences-if-fani-kayode-warns-south-african-govt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/killing-of-nigerians-there-will-be-consequences-if-fani-kayode-warns-south-african-govt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PANDEF mourns founding BoT member Horsfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruABUJA &mdash; The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has mourned the death of a founding member of its Board of Trustees, Chief Albert Korubo Horsfall, who died on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the age of 84.PANDEF described Horsfall as a distinguished national figure who played several leadership roles in Nigeria, particularly in the security and Niger Delta sectors.In a condolence statement signed by its Nationa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pandef-mourns-founding-bot-member-horsfall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pandef-mourns-founding-bot-member-horsfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote’s reputation to drive N2.15trn IPO — NIPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[By John AlechenuABUJA: The President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr Ike Neliaku, has expressed confidence that the planned initial public offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE will be oversubscribed, citing investors&rsquo; confidence in the reputation of its Chairman, Aliko Dangote.Neliaku made the projection on Friday in Abuja at the NIPR&rsquo;s 2026 third-quarter induction of new members.Speaking on knowledge, information, reputation a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangotes-reputation-to-drive-n215trn-ipo-nipr/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangotes-reputation-to-drive-n215trn-ipo-nipr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soludo’s wife condemns alleged child sexual abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Vincent UjumaduAWKA: The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has expressed deep concern over the alleged sexual abuse and exploitation of a child by her mother in Onitsha, describing the report as &ldquo;deeply disturbing&rdquo;.The Anambra State Police Command had on September 10, 2026, arrested 36-year-old Anulika Onyeanusia in connection with the incident.The command said it acted on open-source intelligence following the circulation of a disturbing video allegedly showin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/soludos-wife-condemns-alleged-child-sexual-abuse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/soludos-wife-condemns-alleged-child-sexual-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police debunk fake release on 50,000 constables]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA: The Nigeria Police Force has debunked a purported press release directing the commencement of training for 50,000 newly recruited police constables.The fake document, titled, &ldquo;IGP OLATUNJI RILWAN DISU DIRECTS COMMENCEMENT OF TRAINING FOR 50,000 NEWLY RECRUITED POLICE CONSTABLES,&rdquo; is circulating with the name and designation of the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu.In a statement on Friday, the Force headquarters described the document as false,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-debunk-fake-release-on-50000-constables/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-debunk-fake-release-on-50000-constables/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: NDC to field candidates in 28 states — Umeh]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Providence AyanfeoluwaABUJA: The National Democratic Congress, NDC, has said it is fully prepared for the 2027 general elections, dismissing reports that the opposition party lacks governorship candidates in 12 states.Senator Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, also said the party would deploy agents to every polling unit across the country to protect its votes.Umeh, who spoke on Arise TV, described the reports about the party&rsquo;s governorship candidates as pol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndc-to-field-candidates-in-28-states-umeh/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndc-to-field-candidates-in-28-states-umeh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KASU Strike: Uba Sani approves new salary package]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA: Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved the implementation of the 2025 Federal Government&ndash;Academic Staff Union of Universities (FGN-ASUU) salary agreement for academic staff of Kaduna State University (KASU), effective October 2026.The Commissioner of Education, Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo, disclosed this on Friday at a press briefing in Kaduna, saying the approval followed the report and recommendations of the nine-member Government-KASU/ASUU Negotiation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kasu-strike-uba-sani-approves-new-salary-package/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kasu-strike-uba-sani-approves-new-salary-package/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNIZIK ASUU suspends strike over August salary]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Vincent UjumaduAWKA: The Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its strike over the payment of incomplete August 2026 salary.The union members had withdrawn their services on September 7, 2026, vowing not to resume work until their full salaries were paid.However, in a statement on Friday, the ASUU branch Chairman, Comrade Innocent Nnubia, and Secretary, Comrade Osita Nnajiofor, said the complete August 2026 salary had been]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unizik-asuu-suspends-strike-over-august-salary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/unizik-asuu-suspends-strike-over-august-salary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putin says European troop deployment in Ukraine would be ‘war against Russia’]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Vladimir Putin warned on Friday that any deployment of European troops to Ukraine would amount to &ldquo;a war against Russia&rdquo; and said&nbsp;Moscow did not &ldquo;pose a threat&rdquo;.&ldquo;At the moment, they say they are considering how to send troops onto Ukrainian territory. That means a war against Russia,&rdquo; Russian news agencies quoted him as saying, referring to European leaders.&ldquo;We are not threatening and have no intention of threatening European countries. W]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/putin-says-european-troop-deployment-in-ukraine-would-be-war-against-russia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/putin-says-european-troop-deployment-in-ukraine-would-be-war-against-russia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EFCC, FBI probe alleged USAID funds diversion]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Innocent AnabaLAGOS: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have agreed to deepen collaboration in investigating alleged diversion and mismanagement of funds provided under United States Government-supported programmes in Nigeria.The resolve was reached on Thursday, September 10, 2026, when Assistant Law Enforcement Attach&eacute; of the FBI, Marcus Maccain, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Acting Zonal Direc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/efcc-fbi-probe-alleged-usaid-funds-diversion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/efcc-fbi-probe-alleged-usaid-funds-diversion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I’ve forgiven everyone,’ Onise extends olive branch]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ishola BalogunThe newly installed Onise of Ise Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Adebowale Saliu, has extended an olive branch to all parties involved in the recent Obaship tussle, declaring that he has forgiven everyone and urging the people of the kingdom to unite for its development.The monarch spoke at the maiden edition of the Ise Community General Meeting, where he formally interacted with his subjects and outlined his vision for a new era of peace, reconciliation, unity and development]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ive-forgiven-everyone-onise-extends-olive-branch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ive-forgiven-everyone-onise-extends-olive-branch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest woman over alleged child pornography]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Evelyn UsmanAWKA: The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 36-year-old woman, Anulika Onyeanusia, over an alleged child pornography case in Onitsha and rescued four children in connection with the investigation.The arrest followed a video circulating online which allegedly showed a woman using sex toys on a minor.The Command said its operatives acted on information obtained through open-source intelligence and traced the suspect.During an operation conducted on Thursday evening, polic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-arrest-woman-over-alleged-child-pornography/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-arrest-woman-over-alleged-child-pornography/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEDC to roll out community programmes in Southeast]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Anayo OkoliENUGU: The South East Development Commission (SEDC) says it will soon roll out community-based programmes aimed at improving the welfare and livelihoods of people in rural communities across the region.The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of SEDC, Mark Okoye Jnr, disclosed this during the Commission&rsquo;s Renewed Hope Community Advancement Programme (REHCAP) sensitisation and awareness campaign in Ngbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.Okoye said the Commis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sedc-to-roll-out-community-programmes-in-southeast/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/sedc-to-roll-out-community-programmes-in-southeast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troops kill 18 terrorists, destroy logistics hubs in Borno]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriThe Air Component of Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), employing a force package comprising Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and attack platforms, conducted a successful air interdiction operation against a known terrorist enclave at Tumbunma Baba in the Tumbun general area of Borno State in close coordination with ground troops of Sector 1 OPHK, leading to the killing of over 18 terrorists with the destruction of their hubs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-kill-18-terrorists-destroy-logistics-hubs-in-borno/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/troops-kill-18-terrorists-destroy-logistics-hubs-in-borno/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abia police arrest four over alleged baby sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 220 others quizzed in 152 criminal casesRescue nine kidnap victims, recover 101 ammunitionBy Steve OkoUMUAHIA: The Abia State Police Command has arrested a man and three others allegedly caught while attempting to sell and traffic his 16-month-old daughter for financial gain.The four suspects were arrested by operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Gender Unit, at a hotel in Obi, Obingwa Local Government Area, on September 7, 2026.Commissioner of Police, CP Wilfre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abia-police-arrest-four-over-alleged-baby-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/abia-police-arrest-four-over-alleged-baby-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CNS seeks stronger ECOWAS military cooperation]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA: The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has called for stronger regional military and maritime cooperation among African countries to tackle growing transnational security threats.Abbas made the call on Friday when the Chief of Staff, ECOWAS Standby Force, Brigadier General Sheikh Sulaiman Massaquoi, paid a courtesy visit to him at the Naval Headquarters, Abuja.The CNS said broader participation by African militaries in regional security initiatives]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cns-seeks-stronger-ecowas-military-cooperation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cns-seeks-stronger-ecowas-military-cooperation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu: Etsu Nupe is bastion of peace]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA: President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 74th birthday and 23rd anniversary on the throne.Tinubu, in a congratulatory message, described the first-class traditional ruler as a patriot whose life of service had contributed to the peace, unity and progress of the country.The President said: &ldquo;In Alhaji Abubakar, royalty finds grace, integrity, and discipline]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-etsu-nupe-is-bastion-of-peace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-etsu-nupe-is-bastion-of-peace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed herdsmen kill four policemen, seven others in Benue community]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Peter Duru, MakurdiFour policemen and seven others have been reportedly killed following an attack by suspected armed herdsmen on Ayilamo community in Logo Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State.The attack also left several others injured and many others unaccounted for.The incursion, which occurred on Thursday evening, September 10, 2026, was reportedly repelled by security operatives after a fierce gun battle that lasted about seven hours.The Benue State Police Command, in a statement]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/armed-herdsmen-kill-four-policemen-seven-others-in-benue-community/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/armed-herdsmen-kill-four-policemen-seven-others-in-benue-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Ndigbo solidly behind Obi – Group tells APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emmanuel IheakaThe Igbo Heroes and Icons Foundation has urged political parties, particularly the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, not to expect a harvest of votes from the South-East in the 2027 presidential election, insisting that many people in the region support Peter Obi.The National Coordinator of the foundation, Hon. Chinedu Nsofor, stated this in a statement reacting to an appeal by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, during her recent visit to Imo State, urging South-East]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndigbo-solidly-behind-obi-group-tells-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndigbo-solidly-behind-obi-group-tells-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knife attack: ‘I’m well, in good health,’ says Sokoto cleric]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa, the controversial Sokoto-based Islamic cleric who was stabbed with a knife on Friday shortly after the conclusion of Jumu&rsquo;at prayer at his mosque in the Mabera area of Sokoto metropolis, has appealed to his followers and members of the public to remain calm, assuring them that he is well and in good health.Lukuwa made the appeal in a viral video circulated on social media following the attack, in which he appeared with a plaster covering]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/knife-attack-im-well-in-good-health-says-sokoto-cleric/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/knife-attack-im-well-in-good-health-says-sokoto-cleric/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ADC state chairmen demand INEC compliance with court judgments]]></title><description><![CDATA[The African Democratic Congress (ADC) State Chairmen&rsquo;s Forum has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to comply with subsisting court judgments on the party&rsquo;s leadership dispute.Mr Ogga Temitope, Chairman of the forum, gave the warning in a statement on Friday, saying non-compliance could create legal uncertainties for the party and its candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.Temitope said democracy could not thrive where court judgments were obeyed sele]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adc-state-chairmen-demand-inec-compliance-with-court-judgments/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adc-state-chairmen-demand-inec-compliance-with-court-judgments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CIA declassifies briefs about Al-Qaeda on 9/11 anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CIA released more than 70 presidential intelligence briefs related to Al-Qaeda and its leader Osama bin Laden on Friday, the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.The release provides &ldquo;unprecedented transparency on America&rsquo;s most sensitive intelligence publication from the years before and the day after one of the darkest moments in our history,&rdquo; the CIA said in a statement.&ldquo;The products trace the story of CIA analysts&rsquo; evolving understanding of Al]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cia-declassifies-briefs-about-al-qaeda-on-911-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/cia-declassifies-briefs-about-al-qaeda-on-911-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[80-year-old Benue man allegedly killed over witchcraft]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Group petitions policeBy Peter Duru, MakurdiThe Advocacy for Alleged Witches, AfAW, has petitioned the Benue State Police Command over the alleged killing of an elderly man, Ordue Ikye, said to be above 80 years, following an accusation that he caused the death of a younger relative through witchcraft.In the petition signed by its Director, Dr Leo Igwe, the organisation urged the Commissioner of Police to investigate the circumstances surrounding Ikye&rsquo;s death and bring anyone foun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/80-year-old-benue-man-allegedly-killed-over-witchcraft/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/80-year-old-benue-man-allegedly-killed-over-witchcraft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘You ‘ve shown leadership is about listening’, Tinubu celebrates Radda on birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA &mdash; President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State on his 57th birthday, describing him as a committed progressive, seasoned economist and grassroots administrator.Tinubu said Radda&rsquo;s life of service had continued to inspire young people, noting that since assuming office on May 29, 2023, the governor had demonstrated courage, focus and empathy in addressing Katsina State&rsquo;s challenges, particularly in security and e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/you-ve-shown-leadership-is-about-listening-tinubu-celebrates-radda-on-birthday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/you-ve-shown-leadership-is-about-listening-tinubu-celebrates-radda-on-birthday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passport Intervention: Nigeria High Commission to refund £50]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom has announced plans to refund &pound;50 to applicants who paid a &pound;70 administrative fee for the ongoing passport intervention exercise.The refund will effectively reduce the administrative charge paid by the affected applicants to &pound;20, the fee previously approved for similar intervention exercises.The commission announced the refund in a notice published on its website on Friday, following protests and scrutiny over the &pound;70 ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/passport-intervention-nigeria-high-commission-to-refund-50/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/passport-intervention-nigeria-high-commission-to-refund-50/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: ‘NDC not planning parallel result system’ — Victor Umeh]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeA chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Victor Umeh, has clarified that the party is not planning a parallel result collation system for the 2027 general elections.Umeh said the NDC would instead have agents at polling units who would collate results declared at the units and transmit them to the party&rsquo;s situation room for independent collation.He spoke on Channels Television&rsquo;s Politics on Friday while reacting to the debate over the NDC&rsq]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndc-not-planning-parallel-result-system-victor-umeh/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-ndc-not-planning-parallel-result-system-victor-umeh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Only God can stop Tinubu in 2027 — Baba-Ahmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Labour Party (LP) vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has said only God can prevent President Bola Tinubu from winning the 2027 presidential election.Baba-Ahmed spoke in an interview with Trust TV while assessing the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections and the prospects of the leading presidential contenders.Although critical of Tinubu&rsquo;s policies, the former LP chieftain acknowledged the president&rsquo;s ability to build political structures and forge allian]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/only-god-can-stop-tinubu-in-2027-baba-ahmed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/only-god-can-stop-tinubu-in-2027-baba-ahmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: INEC asks court to dismiss Atiku’s suit over Tinubu certificates]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA&ndash; The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss the suit accusing President Bola Tinubu of submitting forged certificates in aid of his qualification to contest for presidency.The electoral body, in a counter-affidavit it filed through its team of lawyers led by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Dr. Alex Izinyon, maintained that the legal action which was instituted against Tinubu by a former Vice Pres]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-inec-asks-court-to-dismiss-atikus-suit-over-tinubu-certificates/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-inec-asks-court-to-dismiss-atikus-suit-over-tinubu-certificates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pioneer NIA DG Albert Horsfall dies at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pioneer director-general of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Albert Horsfall has died at the age of 84.Horsfall&rsquo;s death was announced in a statement issued by his son, Donald Horsfall, on behalf of the family.According to the family, the former intelligence chief died &ldquo;peacefully after a fulfilled and impactful life dedicated to God, family, community, Rivers State, and Nigeria&rdquo;.The family described Horsfall as a dedicated public servant who contributed significantl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pioneer-nia-dg-albert-horsfall-dies-at-84/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pioneer-nia-dg-albert-horsfall-dies-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu didn’t donate AC to Atiku in 2007, it was coalition — Paul Ibe]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyePaul Ibe, spokesperson to former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has disputed the claim that President Bola Tinubu simply &ldquo;donated&rdquo; the Action Congress, AC, to Atiku to contest the 2007 presidential election.Ibe made the clarification in a statement posted on his official X handle on Friday, following an assertion by Arise News anchor Rufai Oseni on The Morning Show that Tinubu helped Atiku secu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-didnt-donate-ac-to-atiku-in-2007-it-was-coalition-paul-ibe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubu-didnt-donate-ac-to-atiku-in-2007-it-was-coalition-paul-ibe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kogi youth protests at INEC over ward creation exclusion, as Ajaka denies involvement]]></title><description><![CDATA[&lrm;By Boluwaji&nbsp;Obahopo,&nbsp;Lokoja.<br />
&lrm;<br />
&lrm;Members&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Coalition&nbsp;of&nbsp;Kogi&nbsp;East&nbsp;Youths&nbsp;Association&nbsp;on&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;converged&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;national&nbsp;headquarters&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Independent&nbsp;National&nbsp;Electoral&nbsp;Commission&nbsp;(INEC)&nbsp;in&nbsp;Abuja&nbsp;to&nbsp;protest&nbsp;what&nbsp;they&nbsp;described&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;deliberate&nbsp;marginalisation&nbsp;of&nbsp;their&nbsp;region&nbsp;in&n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kogiyouthprotestsatinecoverward-creationexclusionasajakadeniesinvolvement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/kogiyouthprotestsatinecoverward-creationexclusionasajakadeniesinvolvement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dino Melaye warns FG against arresting Atiku, threatens mass action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has warned the Federal Government against inviting, arresting or interrogating African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar over a corruption petition before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.Melaye said the ADC and its supporters would mobilise against any attempt to use the petition to target Atiku, insisting that Nigerians were far more numerous than those in government.&ldquo;This is our note of warning, if due to this fri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dino-melaye-warns-fg-against-arresting-atiku-threatens-mass-action/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dino-melaye-warns-fg-against-arresting-atiku-threatens-mass-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd ban 685 accounts in ticket touting crackdown ahead of derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester United have banned 685 ticketing accounts and sanctioned or warned a further 464 supporters following a summer-long crackdown on ticket misuse and touting.According to Reuters, United launched the investigation in July after identifying unusual activity involving 1,617 accounts, but said bans were imposed only where significant misuse of the ticketing system for financial gain was established.The club said 468 cases were closed without further action after suppor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-utd-ban-685-accounts-in-ticket-touting-crackdown-ahead-of-derby/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/man-utd-ban-685-accounts-in-ticket-touting-crackdown-ahead-of-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Antonio signs for Watford after life-threatening crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeFormer West Ham United striker Michail Antonio has returned to English football after joining Watford on a one-year deal, almost two years after suffering a broken leg in a life-threatening car crash.The 36-year-old joined Watford as a free agent after training with the Championship club for the past month, following his spell with Qatari side Al-Sailiya.According to the BBC, Antonio&rsquo;s last senior appearance for West Ham came in their 3-1 defeat by Leicester City on D]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/antonio-signs-for-watford-after-life-threatening-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/antonio-signs-for-watford-after-life-threatening-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nashville airport to be renamed after Dolly Parton]]></title><description><![CDATA[The main airport in Nashville, Tennessee, the home of country music, is to be renamed after one of its brightest stars, the late Dolly Parton who died last month.The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) voted 6-0 on Friday to honor the country music legend by changing the name of Nashville International Airport.&ldquo;While a final name has not yet been determined, we are working closely with the appropriate parties to thoughtfully determine how Dolly Parton&rsquo;s name and legacy w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nashville-airport-to-be-renamed-after-dolly-parton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nashville-airport-to-be-renamed-after-dolly-parton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A player who scores won’t be a problem — Mbappe replies critics]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has hit back at criticism of his defensive work, insisting that a goalscorer will never be a problem for his team.According to ESPN, Mbappe was responding to criticism over his commitment to tracking back and defending during games for Real Madrid.&ldquo;Everyone has their own point of view, but I think the goal of football is to score goals &mdash; to score one more than the opposition,&rdquo; Mbappe told France Football.&ldquo;A player wh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-player-who-scores-wont-be-a-problem-mbappe-replies-critics/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/a-player-who-scores-wont-be-a-problem-mbappe-replies-critics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku backs Dangote, says subsidy proposal only for local refineries]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has thrown his weight behind Dangote Refinery&rsquo;s warning against arbitrary pump-price controls, insisting that his proposed production subsidy would protect Nigerian refineries and reduce domestic production costs without forcing them to sell at a loss.In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku accused President Bola Tinubu of deliberately distorting concerns raised by Dangot]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-backs-dangote-says-subsidy-proposal-only-for-local-refineries/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-backs-dangote-says-subsidy-proposal-only-for-local-refineries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA bans ex-Maldives FA chief for misusing COVID funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeFIFA has banned former Football Association of Maldives (FAM) President Bassam Adeel Jaleel for life from all football-related activities for misusing COVID-19 relief funds for his personal benefit.According to Reuters, FIFA also fined Jaleel one million Swiss francs ($1.23 million) after finding him responsible for the misuse of funds.Jaleel had previously been provisionally suspended while FIFA investigated allegations of money laundering, embezzlement and corruption.Loca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-bans-ex-maldives-fa-chief-for-misusing-covid-funds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-bans-ex-maldives-fa-chief-for-misusing-covid-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump links 9/11 to Iran conflict, says ‘that’s why we fight’]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump vowed Friday that the United States would never forget the September 11, 2001 attacks and suggested the country was continuing the &ldquo;war on terror&rdquo; 25 years later by fighting Iran.Speaking at the Pentagon after skipping the main 9/11 commemorations in New York, Republican Trump also hit out at domestic &ldquo;fanatics&rdquo; in an apparent swipe at Democrats.&ldquo;Today we renew the sacred oath that we first swore in their names a quarter of a century ago. We]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-links-911-to-iran-conflict-says-thats-why-we-fight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-links-911-to-iran-conflict-says-thats-why-we-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plateau schools reopen Sept 14 as govt steps up diphtheria measures]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Golok NanmwaPlateau State Government has directed the reopening of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state from Monday, September 14, 2026, following precautionary measures introduced to contain the reported cases of suspected diphtheria infection.The government said the resumption followed the temporary closure of schools on September 7 as part of efforts to assess the diphtheria situation and strengthen surveillance and response mechanisms in affected and pote]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/plateau-schools-reopen-sept-14-as-govt-steps-up-diphtheria-measures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/plateau-schools-reopen-sept-14-as-govt-steps-up-diphtheria-measures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA rejects Morocco claim over 2030 World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA said on Friday that a decision on the venue for the 2030 World Cup final would be made &ldquo;in due course&rdquo;, after Moroccan football federation president Fouzi Lekjaa said the showpiece match would be staged in Morocco.Morocco, Spain and Portugal are co-hosting the 2030 tournament and have already begun competing for the right to stage the final, with Madrid&rsquo;s Santiago Bernabeu and a planned 115,000-seat stadium in Benslimane, near Casablanca, viewed as the leading contenders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-rejects-morocco-claim-over-2030-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fifa-rejects-morocco-claim-over-2030-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK lawmakers throw out bill to legalise assisted dying]]></title><description><![CDATA[British MPs on Friday rejected a bill to legalise assisted dying in a knife-edge vote, a blow to campaigners in favour of the controversial procedure that is legal in a host of countries including Canada and Switzerland.Plans to legalise assisted dying have had a long and emotional passage through parliament, with protesters on both sides of the debate regularly demonstrating in Westminster.Lawmakers in the House of Commons had taken the historic step to back a separate but identical bill legal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-lawmakers-throw-out-bill-to-legalise-assisted-dying/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-lawmakers-throw-out-bill-to-legalise-assisted-dying/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China slams ‘bandit’ CIA after economic espionage remarks]]></title><description><![CDATA[China condemned on Friday remarks by the CIA&rsquo;s deputy director, Michael Ellis, who has implied that US intelligence agencies were spying on Beijing, heightening tensions ahead of a planned leaders&rsquo; meeting.Ellis told a cybersecurity conference on Tuesday that the United States was carrying out economic espionage operations to respond to the Chinese &ldquo;threat&rdquo;.&ldquo;Our economy is intertwined with theirs,&rdquo; giving Beijing potential leverage over Washington, Ellis said]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-slams-bandit-cia-after-economic-espionage-remarks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-slams-bandit-cia-after-economic-espionage-remarks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tension in Sokoto as cleric stabbed after Jumu’at prayer, alleged attacker killed]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoTension and apprehension gripped parts of Sokoto metropolis on Friday following the stabbing of prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Musa Lukuwa, shortly after he concluded the Jumu&rsquo;at prayer.The incident, which occurred immediately after the Friday congregational prayer, reportedly stemmed from an allegation of blasphemous remarks attributed to the cleric concerning the biological parents of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).Sources said the cleric was attacked shortly after t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tension-in-sokoto-as-cleric-stabbed-after-jumuat-prayer-alleged-attacker-killed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tension-in-sokoto-as-cleric-stabbed-after-jumuat-prayer-alleged-attacker-killed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG pays N18bn to defunct Nigeria Airways staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Federal Government has paid the sum of N 18 billion to former staff of the defunct Nigeria Airways.Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, disclosed this at a press briefing in Abuja on Friday.He disclosed that more former staff claims were being verified and that the government would ensure that the entitlements of the former staff were fully paid.Mr. Oyedele said the payments were made possible by President Bola Tinubu,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-pays-n18bn-to-defunct-nigeria-airways-staff/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-pays-n18bn-to-defunct-nigeria-airways-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family, Ogun govt clash over alleged reallocation of 11-acre poultry farm to Chinese firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta&nbsp;The children of the late Alhaji Ganiyu Busari and the management of Constancy Farms, Fere Village, Jibowu, in Obafemi/Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, have appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun and President Bola Tinubu to intervene in an alleged move by the state government to reallocate their 11-acre poultry farm to a Chinese-owned company.The family alleged that the proposed reallocation had subjected them and their workers to threats and intimidation,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/family-ogun-govt-clash-over-alleged-reallocation-of-11-acre-poultry-farm-to-chinese-firm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/family-ogun-govt-clash-over-alleged-reallocation-of-11-acre-poultry-farm-to-chinese-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lagos govt tightens safety measures as schools resume]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos State Government (LASG) has stepped up safety and security measures in schools as pupils and students get set to resume for the 2026/2027 academic session.The News Agency of Nigeria NAN reports that Lagos State public primary and secondary schools will resume on Monday.In a statement on Monday, the state Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr Jamiu Alli-Balogun, advised school communities to remain vigilant.The statement was issued by the Director of Public Affairs in the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-govt-tightens-safety-measures-as-schools-resume/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/lagos-govt-tightens-safety-measures-as-schools-resume/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No blanket ban on foreigners engaged in small businesses – Kenya]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kenyan government says it has not imposed a blanket ban on foreign nationals engaged in small-scale businesses in the country.Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, on Friday said foreign nationals were free to engage in commercial activities provided they complied with Kenyan laws and regulations.Mudavadi made the clarification amid concerns over the treatment of small-scale traders from neighbouring countries, following a directiv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-blanket-ban-on-foreigners-engaged-in-small-businesses-kenya/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/no-blanket-ban-on-foreigners-engaged-in-small-businesses-kenya/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[C’River govt bans street trading at 8-miles area]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cross River Government has banned street trading around the Eight-Miles area of Calabar metropolis and urged traders illegally occupying pedestrian walkways to vacate.The Environment Commissioner, Mr Bassey Mensah, who made the statement during an inspection tour of the area on Friday, urged the traders to relocate their businesses to designated markets.The commissioner embarked on the tour accompanied by the Chairman, Calabar Municipality, Mr James Anam, and the Special Adviser to the Gove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/criver-govt-bans-street-trading-at-8-miles-area/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/criver-govt-bans-street-trading-at-8-miles-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diphtheria Outbreak: ActionAid expresses concern over death of 2 children in FCT]]></title><description><![CDATA[urges parents to check children&rsquo;s immunisation status, confirm from health facilitiesBy Gabriel EwepuABUJA- FOLLOWING the confirmed outbreak of diphtheria in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, leading to the death of two children, ActionAid Nigeria, AAN, Friday, expressed concern over the development.The Country Director, AAN, Dr Andrew Mamedu, speaking with Vanguard described the deaths as a serious public health warning.Mamedu said, &rdquo; We are deeply concerned about the conf]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-outbreak-actionaid-expresses-concern-over-death-of-2-children-in-fct/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-outbreak-actionaid-expresses-concern-over-death-of-2-children-in-fct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected poisoning: Death toll rises to 32, many hospitalised in Ondo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The death toll from suspected poisoning linked to the consumption of locally brewed alcoholic substances in two communities in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State has risen to 32.The affected communities are Araromi-Obu and Odigbo, where several residents, mostly youths, fell ill after consuming substances suspected to be herbal alcoholic drinks.Mr Taiwo Adegoroye, Chairman, Odigbo Local Government, in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) on Friday, said that the nu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspected-poisoning-death-toll-rises-to-32-many-hospitalised-in-ondo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspected-poisoning-death-toll-rises-to-32-many-hospitalised-in-ondo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atiku seeks to amend suit against Tinubu, APC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has prayed the Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja to grant an order allowing him to amend his suit against President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC).Atiku &#8203;&zwnj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&zwnj;&zwj;&#8288;&#8203;&zwj;&#8288;&#8288;&#8203;&zwnj;&zwnj;&#8203;and the ADC, in the suit, urged Justice Inyang Ekwo to disqualify President Tinubu and APC from contesting in the 2027 p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-seeks-to-amend-suit-against-tinubu-apc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/atiku-seeks-to-amend-suit-against-tinubu-apc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tenure extension: Osun setting bad precedent for other govs – ASUU]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Shina Abubakar, OsogboThe Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has again described the tenure extension granted by Governor Ademola Adeleke to the vice-chancellor of the state university as setting a bad precedent for other state governors of the federation.It will be recalled that Governor Adeleke announced the extension on August 31, 2026, during the inauguration of the reconstituted Governing Council of UNIOSUN.Following the announcement, the state House of Assembly amended the UNI]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tenure-extension-osun-setting-bad-precedent-for-other-govs-asuu/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tenure-extension-osun-setting-bad-precedent-for-other-govs-asuu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta reveals bizarre tactics to prepare players for matchday chaos]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeArsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed how he deliberately creates unexpected disruptions during pre-season to prepare his players for the chaos that can occur on matchdays.Arteta&rsquo;s Premier League champions were affected by air traffic control problems while travelling to Italy for Wednesday&rsquo;s Champions League clash with Napoli, arriving three hours later than scheduled.According to the BBC, Arteta said Arsenal were prepared for the disruption because he had]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arteta-reveals-bizarre-tactics-to-prepare-players-for-matchday-chaos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/arteta-reveals-bizarre-tactics-to-prepare-players-for-matchday-chaos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCEAN SURGE: NDPF faults FG over abandoning 150 Niger Delta communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niger Delta Patriotic Front, NDPF, has faulted Federal Government for failing to address the ocean surge that has ravaged over 150 coastal communities in the Niger Delta.The group identified Agge in Bayelsa State, Forcados in Burutu Local Government Area, Ugborodo Federated Communities in Warri South-West Local Government Area, Orere Communities, including Ogheye Eghoroke, Ogheye Dimigun, all in Delta State as well as Eki- tie Eki- Kporo, Awoye Community, Igbokoda, Ayetoro, Ekoregho and Araromi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ocean-surge-ndpf-faults-fg-over-abandoning-150-niger-delta-communities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ocean-surge-ndpf-faults-fg-over-abandoning-150-niger-delta-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jointly advancing high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The expansion of BRICS marks a qualitative leap in its representativeness and influence. Today, BRICS countries account for nearly half of the world&rsquo;s population, around 30 percent of global economic output, and one-fifth of global trade.The greater BRICS cooperation has entered a stage of high-quality development.People participate in the BRICS Dialogue on Civilizations at Rio de Janeiro State University in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 27, 2025.(Xinhua/Wang Tiancong)<br />
Media professionals]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jointly-advancing-high-quality-development-of-greater-brics-cooperation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/jointly-advancing-high-quality-development-of-greater-brics-cooperation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect arrested as death toll rises in Ondo herbal drink tragedy ]]></title><description><![CDATA[&mdash; As NAFDAC, WHO join investigation&nbsp;&mdash; Survivor narrates ordeals&nbsp;By Dayo Johnson Akure&nbsp;As the death toll from suspected consumption of adulterated herbal drinks in parts of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, continued to rise, the male seller of the toxic drink, has allegedly been arrested.The fatalities were recorded in Odigbo town, Newtown, Orita, and Araromi-Obu, throwing the affected communities into mourning.Over 30 persons have died while over 50 others]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspect-arrested-as-death-toll-rises-in-ondo-herbal-drink-tragedy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/suspect-arrested-as-death-toll-rises-in-ondo-herbal-drink-tragedy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Jackson accuser James Safechuck, mother to face questioning under oath]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeJames Safechuck, one of the two men who have accused late pop star Michael Jackson of sexually abusing them as children, is scheduled to be questioned under oath on September 14 as his long-running civil lawsuit against Jackson&rsquo;s companies moves forward.According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Safechuck will give a deposition on Monday, September 14, while his mother, Stephanie Safechuck, is scheduled to be questioned on October 15 and 20.Stephanie is expected to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/michael-jackson-accuser-james-safechuck-mother-to-face-questioning-under-oath/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/michael-jackson-accuser-james-safechuck-mother-to-face-questioning-under-oath/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Am I not Nigerian’? – Baba-Ahmed faults reactions to his ‘criticism’ of Peter Obi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has disagreed with reactions to his recent criticism of Peter Obi, saying Nigerians focused on his reference to the former Anambra State governor rather than the broader argument he was making about the 2027 presidential election.In a recent interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Baba-Ahmed had stirred controversy after saying none of the leading contenders for the 2027 presidency, including Obi, whom he deputised in the 2023 election,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/am-i-not-nigerian-baba-ahmed-faults-reactions-to-his-criticism-of-peter-obi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/am-i-not-nigerian-baba-ahmed-faults-reactions-to-his-criticism-of-peter-obi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Am I not a Nigerian’? – Baba-Ahmed faults reactions to his ‘criticism’ of Peter Obi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has disagreed with reactions to his recent criticism of Peter Obi, saying Nigerians focused on his reference to the former Anambra State governor rather than the broader argument he was making about the 2027 presidential election.In a recent interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Baba-Ahmed had stirred controversy after saying none of the leading contenders for the 2027 presidency, including Obi, whom he deputised in the 2023 election,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/am-i-not-a-nigerian-baba-ahmed-faults-reactions-to-his-criticism-of-peter-obi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/am-i-not-a-nigerian-baba-ahmed-faults-reactions-to-his-criticism-of-peter-obi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AON, unions disagree over Air Peace picketing]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaAirline Operators of Nigeria, AON, and unions in the air transport sector have disagreed over the picketing of Nigeria&rsquo;s largest airline, Air Peace, some weeks ago over the non-remittance of the Ticket Sales Charge, TSC, and the refusal to allow its workers to unionise.Spokesperson for the AON, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, disclosed that Air Peace and United Nigeria Airlines were initially targeted in the picketing carried out by the National Union of Air Transport Employee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aon-unions-disagree-over-air-peace-picketing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/aon-unions-disagree-over-air-peace-picketing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UN FORUM: North-West governors urge investors to identify investment barriers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaNorth-West Governors Forum has urged private investors to identify the problems hindering them from investing in the region, saying government cannot improve the investment environment if investors do not tell it what is wrong.Director-General of the forum, Maryam Yahaya, who was represented at the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria, UNGCNN, CEO Forum held in Lagos, themed: &lsquo;Financing a Dignified Future: Aligning Capital, Policy and Business Action,&rsquo; sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/un-forum-north-west-governors-urge-investors-to-identify-investment-barriers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/un-forum-north-west-governors-urge-investors-to-identify-investment-barriers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027 Polls: Tech stakeholders warn connectivity, cyber threats could undermine elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Juliet UmehStakeholders in Nigeria&rsquo;s technology and telecommunications industry have warned that poor connectivity, cybersecurity threats, misinformation and inadequate digital infrastructure could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general elections if not urgently addressed.They also called for sustained investment in electoral technology, stressing that election infrastructure should not be treated as a once-in-four-years project.The stakeholders spoke at the Nigeria eGovernment]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-polls-tech-stakeholders-warn-connectivity-cyber-threats-could-undermine-elections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-polls-tech-stakeholders-warn-connectivity-cyber-threats-could-undermine-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Adapt to fixture schedule’ — Maresca tells Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester City manager Enzo Maresca has told Manchester United to &ldquo;adapt&rdquo; to the fixture schedule ahead of Sunday&rsquo;s Manchester derby.City have two extra days to recover and prepare for the derby after beating Porto 2-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday, while United thrashed Sabah 4-0 on Thursday.Asked about the scheduling advantage, Maresca pointed to a similar situation City faced last season before their game against Arsenal.&ldquo;Sometimes it happen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adapt-to-fixture-schedule-maresca-tells-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/adapt-to-fixture-schedule-maresca-tells-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free-scoring Chelsea must tighten up, says Alonso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xabi Alonso admitted his entertaining Chelsea team need to tighten up defensively after a swashbuckling start to the season that has featured goals galore at both ends.The Blues are the joint-top scorers in the Premier League, plundering eight goals in three matches, but have also conceded seven.Their rollercoaster ride continued on Wednesday when they found themselves 2-0 down against Leeds in the third round of the League Cup before roaring back to win 6-3.Alonso, in his first season as Chels]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/free-scoring-chelsea-must-tighten-up-says-alonso/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/free-scoring-chelsea-must-tighten-up-says-alonso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mourinho defends Mbappe, Vinicius amid boos, compares them to fruit trees]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has defended Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior after the two forwards were booed by the club&rsquo;s supporters, comparing the stars to fruit trees that attract criticism because of their success.Both players were jeered by sections of the home support during Real Madrid&rsquo;s 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter Milan on Tuesday, despite Mbappe scoring the opening goal.According to the BBC, Mourinho was asked about the criticism of Vi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mourinho-defends-mbappe-vinicius-amid-boos-compares-them-to-fruit-trees/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/mourinho-defends-mbappe-vinicius-amid-boos-compares-them-to-fruit-trees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick dismisses Anderson’s claims Man City are ‘kings of Manchester’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson&rsquo;s jibe that City are &ldquo;kings of Manchester&rdquo; ahead of Sunday&rsquo;s derby.Already trailing five points behind their bitter rivals, United will face Manchester City at Old Trafford with Anderson&rsquo;s taunt ringing in their ears.Anderson joined City from Nottingham Forest for &pound;116 million ($156 million) in the close-season after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.The 23-yea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/carrick-dismisses-andersons-claims-man-city-are-kings-of-manchester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/carrick-dismisses-andersons-claims-man-city-are-kings-of-manchester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking: Abducted FUTO students regain freedom]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Chidi NkwoparaTwo female students of Federal University of Technology, Owerri, FUTO, who were abducted last Sunday at the stretch between the institution and Ihiagwa community, have regained their freedom.Confirming the development in a press statement on Friday, the university&rsquo;s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Orakwe Ezugwu, said: &ldquo;The students are currently receiving medicare and psychological support in FUTO Medical Centre&rdquo;.His words: &ldquo;The Management of the Federal U]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/breaking-abducted-futo-students-regain-freedom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/breaking-abducted-futo-students-regain-freedom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria, Benin Customs harmonise cross border trade procedures, conduct assessment]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Godwin OritseThe Customs administrations of Nigeria and Benin Republic on Friday conducted a joint assessment of the One-Stop Border Post as part of efforts to deepen regional economic integration, harmonise cross-border procedures, reduce trade barriers and facilitate the seamless movement of legitimate goods and services between both countries.<br />
Speaking at the ceremony at Seme Krake border town, Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi said that the obje]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-benin-customs-harmonise-cross-border-trade-procedures-conduct-assessment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigeria-benin-customs-harmonise-cross-border-trade-procedures-conduct-assessment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gabriel Jesus blast over Barcelona move surprised me – Arteta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he was &ldquo;very surprised&rdquo; by Gabriel Jesus&rsquo;s claim that he was forced to train alone and was given no information prior to joining Barcelona.Jesus ended his four-year spell with the Gunners in September and has since made it clear he felt disappointed with the way his exit was handled.The Brazilian striker said in an interview this week that &ldquo;out of nowhere they put me to train apart from the group&rdquo;, adding that &ldquo;nobody told me no]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gabriel-jesus-blast-over-barcelona-move-surprised-me-arteta/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/gabriel-jesus-blast-over-barcelona-move-surprised-me-arteta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK lists African countries whose citizens can travel with eTA instead of visa]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Kingdom has listed two African countries whose citizens can travel to the UK using an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), rather than applying for a visa, subject to meeting the relevant entry requirements.The countries are Mauritius and Seychelles.The two countries appear on the UK government&rsquo;s Appendix ETA National List, which sets out nationalities required to obtain an ETA before travelling to the UK.1. MauritiusMauritian citizens are also included on the UK&rsquo;s ETA]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-lists-african-countries-whose-citizens-can-travel-with-eta-instead-of-visa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/uk-lists-african-countries-whose-citizens-can-travel-with-eta-instead-of-visa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russia threatens to point nuclear warheads at Lithuania]]></title><description><![CDATA[Russia said on Friday it would aim its nuclear warheads at Lithuania if the Baltic state hosted any weapons from the nuclear arsenals of its NATO allies on its territory.Lithuania is moving to lift a constitutional ban on having nuclear weapons stored in the country, part of an effort to boost its security posture amid Russia&rsquo;s offensive on Ukraine.The decision is currently working its way through parliament &mdash; where it needs a two-thirds majority to pass and has the support of the p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/russia-threatens-to-point-nuclear-warheads-at-lithuania/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/russia-threatens-to-point-nuclear-warheads-at-lithuania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Akpata charges law students against over dependence on AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;as NDDC holds 2026 Moot/Mock court trialBy Davies IheamnachorPORT HARCOURT: A former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, Olumide Akpata, has tasked law students to give attention to building their skill and confidence in putting up good arguments, adding that Artificial Intelligence cannot stand to argue cases in the courtrooms.Akpata, the 30th President of NBA, spoke in Port Harcourt during the 2026 Niger Delta Development Commission&rsquo;s, NDDC, annual Moot and Mock Trial Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/akpata-charges-law-students-against-over-dependence-on-ai/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/akpata-charges-law-students-against-over-dependence-on-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea reward Pedro Neto with new long-term deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have rewarded Pedro Neto&rsquo;s impressive start to the season and commitment to the club with a new contract running until 2032.The Portugal international attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester City, during the summer transfer window but chose to stay at Stamford Bridge and continue under manager Xabi Alonso.According to Chelsea, Neto has made 108 appearances for the club since joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2024]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/chelsea-reward-pedro-neto-with-new-long-term-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/chelsea-reward-pedro-neto-with-new-long-term-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I decided to run as deputy governorship candidate to GRV — ADC’s Gbadamosi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sekinat OsundijiThe Deputy Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Babatunde Gbadamosi has explained why he accepted the offer to run as a running mate to Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, GRV, the party&rsquo;s governorship candidate, ahead of the 2027 Lagos State governorship election.Gbadamosi said he was initially not disposed to the idea but reconsidered after he was approached by Rhodes-Vivour to join him in the race.He said the decision presented an opportunity to send a mes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-decided-to-run-as-deputy-governorship-candidate-to-grv-adcs-gbadamosi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-decided-to-run-as-deputy-governorship-candidate-to-grv-adcs-gbadamosi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video: Why I decided to run as deputy governorship candidate to GRV — ADC’s Gbadamosi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sekinat OsundijiThe Deputy Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Babatunde Gbadamosi has explained why he accepted the offer to run as a running mate to Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, GRV, the party&rsquo;s governorship candidate, ahead of the 2027 Lagos State governorship election.Gbadamosi said he was initially not disposed to the idea but reconsidered after he was approached by Rhodes-Vivour to join him in the race.He said the decision presented an opportunity to send a mes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-why-i-decided-to-run-as-deputy-governorship-candidate-to-grv-adcs-gbadamosi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/video-why-i-decided-to-run-as-deputy-governorship-candidate-to-grv-adcs-gbadamosi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG assures parents of safety as federal unity colleges resume Sept 14]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has assured parents, guardians and students of safety as all Federal Unity Colleges nationwide resume academic activities on Sept. 14.&lrm;This is contained in a statement issued on Friday by Mrs Folasade Boriowo, Director, Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, on behalf of the Minister, Dr Tunji Alausa.&lrm;Alausa said that necessary arrangements had been put in place to ensure a safe, smooth and seamless commencement of the new academic session.&lrm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-assures-parents-of-safety-as-federal-unity-colleges-resume-sept-14/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-assures-parents-of-safety-as-federal-unity-colleges-resume-sept-14/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russia rolls out long-delayed 5G, but not for iPhones]]></title><description><![CDATA[Russia announced Friday that it was rolling out its long-delayed 5G mobile network, but that iPhone users would be unable to connect until Apple coordinated the move with Moscow.The Russian government first announced plans for 5G internet in 2019, but Russia&rsquo;s powerful Security Council blocked the move over concerns it would overlap with frequencies used by military and security agencies, according to Russian media reports.The rollout comes amid widespread frustration in Russia at repeate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/russia-rolls-out-long-delayed-5g-but-not-for-iphones/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/russia-rolls-out-long-delayed-5g-but-not-for-iphones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG moves to professionalise 250,000 unqualified teachers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has launched an ambitious move to overhaul the professional status of thousands of Nigerian teachers currently teaching without recognised teaching qualifications, with 250,000 serving teachers expected to benefit from a new six-month professionalisation programme beginning in October 2026.The initiative, known as the Accelerated Teacher Professionalisation Pathway, ATPP, is designed to close long-standing qualification gaps in the nation&rsquo;s te]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-moves-to-professionalise-250000-unqualified-teachers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-moves-to-professionalise-250000-unqualified-teachers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG bans 25% textbooks, sets 70% pass mark for school books]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has drawn a fresh battle line against substandard textbooks in Nigerian schools, declaring that instructional materials scoring below 70 per cent will no longer qualify for national ranking.The new standard followed the first-ever national textbook assessment and ranking exercise conducted by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council, NERDC, which exposed disturbing quality gaps in books submitted for use in Nigerian classrooms, with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-bans-25-textbooks-sets-70-pass-mark-for-school-books/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-bans-25-textbooks-sets-70-pass-mark-for-school-books/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIS extends UK passport exercise as demand surges among Nigerians]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has extended its special passport intervention exercise in the United Kingdom following a surge in demand among Nigerians seeking passport services.The exercise, which is being conducted at centres in London and Manchester, has been extended from September 19 to October 3, 2026.The NIS announced the extension in a statement signed by its Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, on Friday.The Service said the extension was approved in respons]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nis-extends-uk-passport-exercise-as-demand-surges-among-nigerians/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nis-extends-uk-passport-exercise-as-demand-surges-among-nigerians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull City star Sorba Thomas escapes car crash unhurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adesewa AdewaleHull City winger Sorba Thomas has escaped injury after his car overturned in an accident near the club&rsquo;s training ground in Cottingham on Friday morning, with the Premier League club confirming that the Wales international emerged from the vehicle unharmed.The 27-year-old was involved in the road accident on Millhouse Wood Lane, close to Hull City&rsquo;s training facilities. Images showing the overturned vehicle circulated on social media, raising concern among supporte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hull-city-star-sorba-thomas-escapes-car-crash-unhurt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/hull-city-star-sorba-thomas-escapes-car-crash-unhurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘My son transformed our family business’ – Corporate meat seller’s father]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muraina Nojeem, father of viral Nigerian meat seller Akeem Muraina, popularly known as the &ldquo;Korporate Meat Seller,&rdquo; has said his son&rsquo;s education and upbringing helped him transform the family&rsquo;s butchery business.Nojeem, who said he stopped his education after primary school before venturing into the butchery trade, said Akeem began learning the business from him as a young boy while still in school.While speaking to Vanguard Metro, Akeem started accompanying him to the m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-son-transformed-our-family-business-corporate-meat-sellers-father/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/my-son-transformed-our-family-business-corporate-meat-sellers-father/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Insecurity: Protest in Sokoto over kidnappings, attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoAnger and frustration have boiled over in Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State as residents took to the streets on Friday in protest against incessant attacks, kidnappings and the worsening security situation threatening lives, livelihoods and economic activities in the area.The protest, which reportedly drew residents from parts of the local government, was said to have been triggered by growing fears over repeated attacks and abductions allegedly carried ou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-protest-in-sokoto-over-kidnappings-attacks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/insecurity-protest-in-sokoto-over-kidnappings-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Actress Rita Edochie slams critics over arthritis claim ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie,&nbsp;has fired back at people claiming she is suffering from arthritis after a video of her dancing emerged online.The actress took to her&nbsp;Instagram page @ritaedochie&nbsp;to&nbsp;question how her critics could link her movements and active lifestyle to a health condition.Trolls began speculating that Edochie was&nbsp;having health challenges after she shared a video of herself dancing.However, in a fiery response, the actress slammed the online com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/actress-rita-edochie-slams-critics-over-arthritis-claim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/actress-rita-edochie-slams-critics-over-arthritis-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghana forward Inaki Williams announces international retirement at 32]]></title><description><![CDATA[Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 32.The Ghana international made 28 appearances for the Black Stars after switching his allegiance from Spain in 2022.Williams scored two goals for Ghana and represented the country at two FIFA World Cups, featuring at the 2022 and 2026 tournaments.He was also part of Ghana&rsquo;s squad at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where the Black Stars were eliminated in the group stage.Inaki Willi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ghana-forward-inaki-williams-announces-international-retirement-at-32/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ghana-forward-inaki-williams-announces-international-retirement-at-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NUT backs suspension of resumption in federal unity colleges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Wing, has backed the suspension of resumption in all Federal Unity Colleges nationwide over the concession of King&rsquo;s College, Lagos.&lrm;The Chairman of NUT, Federal Wing, Mr Emeka Okonta, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.&lrm;Okonta stated categorically that teachers under the Federal Wing of the union would not resume for the new academic session until the issue surrounding the concession of K]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nut-backs-suspension-of-resumption-in-federal-unity-colleges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nut-backs-suspension-of-resumption-in-federal-unity-colleges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Why I wear suit to sell meat’ — Corporate meat seller]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Enitan AbdultawabAkeem Muraina, popularly known as the &ldquo;Korporate Meat Seller,&rdquo; has explained why he chose to sell meat in corporate attire, saying his unusual appearance is part of his effort to change the perception of the profession.Muraina, a graduate from Abeokuta, Ogun State, has become a social media sensation for combining suits and ties with the traditional meat selling business.Speaking in an interview with Vanguard Metro, Muraina said he has never considered quitting t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-wear-suit-to-sell-meat-corporate-meat-seller/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/why-i-wear-suit-to-sell-meat-corporate-meat-seller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ballon d’Or 2026 ranking after shortlist revealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The race for the 2026 Ballon d&rsquo;Or is heating up, with the winner set to be announced in October.With the shortlist already revealed, several of the world&rsquo;s biggest stars are competing for the prestigious individual award after standout campaigns for club and country.Here are the top 10 contenders ranked ahead of the ceremony.1. Harry Kane &ndash; Bayern Munich and EnglandHarry Kane heads the power rankings after producing the best season of his career so far.The England captain scor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ballon-dor-2026-ranking-after-shortlist-revealed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/ballon-dor-2026-ranking-after-shortlist-revealed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full list of countries eligible for UK’s 2-year work and living visa]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UK Youth Mobility Scheme visa allows eligible young people from certain countries and territories to live and work in the UK for up to two years.Applicants can also study and, subject to certain conditions, work for themselves or set up a business.However, eligibility depends on the applicant&rsquo;s nationality and age, with some countries having a higher age limit than others.Here are the countries whose citizens can apply and the key requirements.1. AustraliaAustralian citizens can apply]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-of-countries-eligible-for-uks-2-year-work-and-living-visa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/full-list-of-countries-eligible-for-uks-2-year-work-and-living-visa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi convoy block won’t be tolerated anymore, OK Movement warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Henry UmoruThe OK Movement, a political platform established to mobilise support for the joint ticket of the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Dr Rabiu Kwankwaso, has said that their decision to restrain people from immediate reprisal for the attack on Obi in Benue State was a deliberate act of leadership and responsibility.The movement, while condemning in very strong terms what it described as the shameful attack and obstruction of Mr Obi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-convoy-block-wont-be-tolerated-anymore-ok-movement-warns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-convoy-block-wont-be-tolerated-anymore-ok-movement-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oju-Ore bridge safe, structurally sound, says Works Ministry]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Federal Ministry of Works has dismissed reports alleging structural defects on the Oju-Ore bridge in Ota, Ogun State, saying the bridge has passed the required integrity tests and remains structurally sound.The ministry gave the assurance following an inspection of the ongoing project by a delegation led by the Director of Bridges, Highways and Road Designs, Engr. Musa Saidu, acting on the directive of the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi.The inspection follo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oju-ore-bridge-safe-structurally-sound-says-works-ministry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/oju-ore-bridge-safe-structurally-sound-says-works-ministry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[[UPDATED] Full List: 40 banks, fintechs, to buy Dangote IPO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has listed 32 banks, fintechs, mobile operators and other platforms approved for investors to subscribe for its shares under its public offer.The company published the list on its official IPO website and advised investors to use only the approved channels when subscribing for the shares.The refinery&rsquo;s website currently lists the offer price at N525 per share, with a minimum subscription of 10 shares valued at N5,250.The approved channels]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/updated-full-list-40-banks-fintechs-to-buy-dangote-ipo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/updated-full-list-40-banks-fintechs-to-buy-dangote-ipo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obasanjo leads dignitaries to London launch of Charly Boy’s memoir ‘999’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is set to lead an assemblage of dignitaries to the launch of Charly Boy&rsquo;s historic book &lsquo;999&rsquo; in London, United Kingdom.Charly Boy disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.According to him, after the successful Nigeria launch that had high-profile figures in attendance, all is now set to take the book on an international tour, spanning London, Germany, Kenya and other destinations.The &lsquo;Area]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obasanjo-leads-dignitaries-to-london-launch-of-charly-boys-memoir-999/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obasanjo-leads-dignitaries-to-london-launch-of-charly-boys-memoir-999/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Engineering Peak Esports Performance: How the Infinix GT 50 Pro and HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Are Rewriting the Rules for Mobile Gaming in Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the top 16 esports teams in Nigeria enter the battleground for the PUBG MOBILE National Championship (PMNC) Fall 2026 Finals on September 12&ndash;13, they will be putting next-generation hardware through its ultimate, real-world endurance test.&nbsp;Infinix has officially confirmed the Nigerian debut of its highly anticipated gaming flagship, the GT 50 Pro, set for September 12. Named as the Official Gaming Partner of the 2026 PMNC Nigeria Season 2, Infinix is skipping traditional, contro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/engineering-peak-esports-performance-how-the-infinix-gt-50-pro-and-hydroflow-liquid-cooling-are-rewriting-the-rules-for-mobile-gaming-in-africa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/engineering-peak-esports-performance-how-the-infinix-gt-50-pro-and-hydroflow-liquid-cooling-are-rewriting-the-rules-for-mobile-gaming-in-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joao Pedro ends Chelsea’s 2-yr wait for Player of the Month award]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea forward Joao Pedro has won the Premier League Player of the Month award for August 2026, ending the club&rsquo;s wait for the individual prize since Cole Palmer&rsquo;s last victory almost two years ago.According to Chelsea, Pedro finished ahead of Palmer and six other shortlisted players in the public vote to claim his first Premier League Player of the Month award.The Brazilian made a flying start to the 2026/27 campaign, registering four goal contributions in Che]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/joao-pedro-ends-chelseas-2-yr-wait-for-player-of-the-month-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/joao-pedro-ends-chelseas-2-yr-wait-for-player-of-the-month-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diphtheria: Two die in Abuja as child bleeds to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Omeiza AjayiDiphtheria has killed two patients in Abuja out of five laboratory-confirmed cases, prompting the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA to move swiftly to calm public anxiety over the outbreak.Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environmental Secretariat, FCTA, Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, disclosed this during a community sensitisation and advocacy event on the disease held in Karshi, explaining that the administration had investigated 15 suspected cases as of last week. Of t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-two-die-in-abuja-as-child-bleeds-to-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/diphtheria-two-die-in-abuja-as-child-bleeds-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump rejects Saudi request for strikes on Houthis – Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump rejected a request from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for strikes against Houthi fighters in Yemen, news outlet Axios reported on Thursday.The Iran-backed Houthis, who have for years controlled large parts of northern Yemen, launched a large-scale offensive last week against Saudi-backed government forces, killing hundreds.Saudi Arabia has responded with dozens of airstrikes, with the latest two hitting an airport, Houthi media reported on Friday.The Saudi cro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-rejects-saudi-request-for-strikes-on-houthis-report/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/trump-rejects-saudi-request-for-strikes-on-houthis-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s oil output hits 1.573m bpd as OPEC production rises]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Udeme Akpan, Energy EditorNigeria&rsquo;s crude oil production, excluding condensate, rose by 35,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 1.573 million bpd in August 2026, from 1.537 million bpd in July, according to the latest data from the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).The increase, representing a 2.3 per cent month-on-month (MoM) growth, places Nigeria among OPEC members that recorded higher production during the month.OPEC, in its latest monthly data based on direct communicat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-oil-output-hits-1573m-bpd-as-opec-production-rises/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerias-oil-output-hits-1573m-bpd-as-opec-production-rises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran-backed Yemen’s Houthis seize key Red Sea island]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yemen&rsquo;s Houthis took over on Friday a Red Sea island in the middle of the Bab al-Mandeb shipping lane, completing their push to control the area, a local government official and eyewitnesses told AFP.&ldquo;Boats carrying armed Houthi fighters reached Mayyun Island after government forces withdrew from it yesterday,&rdquo; the official said, referring to an island also known as Perim that divides the strait into lanes.&ldquo;The Houthis have completed their takeover of the Bab al-Mandab a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-backed-yemens-houthis-seize-key-red-sea-island/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/iran-backed-yemens-houthis-seize-key-red-sea-island/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Lagosians must end APC’s era of ‘smelling Lagos’  -  ADC deputy gov candidate, Gbadamosi]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lagos State Deputy Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Babatunde Gbadamosi, has urged Lagosians to end what he described as the All Progressives Congress (APC)&rsquo;s era of a &ldquo;smelling Lagos&rdquo; in the 2027 governorship election.Gbadamosi made the call during an interview on Vanguard&rsquo;s Politics Hub, while explaining why he believes the ADC provides a viable platform for him to contest the election despite his previous unsuccessful attempts on th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-lagosians-must-end-apcs-era-of-smelling-lagos-adc-deputy-gov-candidate-gbadamosi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-lagosians-must-end-apcs-era-of-smelling-lagos-adc-deputy-gov-candidate-gbadamosi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PCN seals 797 illegal drug outlets in Kano]]></title><description><![CDATA[&hellip;Includes 352 patent medicine storesBy Hadiza YusufThe Pharmacy Council of Nigeria, PCN, has sealed 797 premises, including 437 illegal drug outlets and 352 Patent and Proprietary Medicine Vendor, PPMV, stores, during a four-day enforcement exercise across Kano State.The council disclosed this on Friday during a press briefing in Kano on the outcome of the second phase of its enforcement exercise aimed at sanitising the state&rsquo;s drug distribution system.Speaking at the briefing, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pcn-seals-797-illegal-drug-outlets-in-kano/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/pcn-seals-797-illegal-drug-outlets-in-kano/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[India welcomes Russia, Iran leaders for BRICS summit overshadowed by war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leaders from Russia and Iran were in India for talks on Friday, ahead of a BRICS summit dominated by conflict and economic challenges, which Chinese President Xi Jinping&nbsp;will also attend.Wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, as well as global trade turbulence and oil are expected on the agenda at the two-day annual summit that opens on Saturday, when Xi is set to arrive.It will be Xi&rsquo;s first visit to India since 2019, and marks the biggest step yet in a cautious thaw between the rival]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/india-welcomes-russia-iran-leaders-for-brics-summit-overshadowed-by-war/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/india-welcomes-russia-iran-leaders-for-brics-summit-overshadowed-by-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Obi condemns killing of Kano commentator, urges justice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for a thorough investigation into the killing of Kano-based social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu.Obi made the call in a statement posted on his X account on Friday, condemning the killing and urging the Kano State Government and security agencies to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.Dan Shagamu was killed at his residence in Gaida Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-condemns-killing-of-kano-commentator-urges-justice/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/obi-condemns-killing-of-kano-commentator-urges-justice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police bust alleged child-stealing gang, rescue three children in Ogun]]></title><description><![CDATA[By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe Ogun State Police Command has arrested three women allegedly linked to a child-stealing syndicate and rescued three children during an intelligence-led operation in the Ibafo, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state.The suspects were identified as Kikelomo Jimoh, 36; Kayode Elizabeth; and Blessing Anochike, 60.The command, in a statement issued on Friday by its Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babasiyi, said detectives attached to Ibafo Divis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-bust-alleged-child-stealing-gang-rescue-three-children-in-ogun/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/police-bust-alleged-child-stealing-gang-rescue-three-children-in-ogun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian newspapers review: Presidency, APC battle Obi over 2023 victory claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the Presidency and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) taking the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, to task over his claim that he won the 2023 presidential poll and would only concede in 2027 if the exercise was credible.Another headline features the vice-presidential candidate of the NDC, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, urging former Vice President Atiku Abubaka]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-presidency-apc-battle-obi-over-2023-victory-claim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/nigerian-newspapers-review-presidency-apc-battle-obi-over-2023-victory-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China, Iran among countries that have used AI to aid spying, Anthropic says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthropic said Thursday it shut down multiple cases of state-sponsored surveillance operations that used its artificial intelligence (AI) models, and warned that governments and state-aligned actors are increasingly using AI to spy on ethnic minorities and dissidents.The incidents were found and disrupted between January and July, and they originated in China, Iran and west Africa, Anthropic said in a report about misuse of its models.These surveillance campaigns &ldquo;targeted the same diaspo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-iran-among-countries-that-have-used-ai-to-aid-spying-anthropic-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/china-iran-among-countries-that-have-used-ai-to-aid-spying-anthropic-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: Obafemi Martins announces Renewed Hope tournament for Tinubu’s campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles striker, Obafemi Martins, has announced plans to organise a youth football tournament in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu&rsquo;s 2027 campaign.Martins disclosed this during an interview on TVC on Thursday, saying the tournament, which he described as the &ldquo;Renewed Hope tournament,&rdquo; would be held in November.According to the former Inter Milan and Newcastle United striker, the tournament will involve teams from the six geopolitical zones, with additional tea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obafemi-martins-announces-renewed-hope-tournament-for-tinubuscampaign/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-obafemi-martins-announces-renewed-hope-tournament-for-tinubuscampaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BRICS Summit: Nigeria moves to deepen ties with partners]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal Government has restated its commitment to consolidate bilateral relations with key international partners at the 18th BRICS Leaders&rsquo; Summit, holding from Sept. 12 and 13.The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Mr Stanley Nkwocha, said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja.Nkwocha explained that the engagement would provide Nigeria with another platform to strengthen partnerships in trade, investment, energy, agriculture, solid minerals, tech]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/brics-summit-nigeria-moves-to-deepen-ties-with-partners/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/brics-summit-nigeria-moves-to-deepen-ties-with-partners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG begins process to decriminalise attempted suicide]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Damilola SamuelThe Federal Government has begun the process of removing criminal penalties for attempted suicide after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the position of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare on the issue.The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, who disclosed this in Abuja at the 2026 World Suicide Prevention Day commemoration, said the matter would now be forwarded to the National Assembly for the necessary legislative proce]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-begins-process-to-decriminalise-attempted-suicide/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/fg-begins-process-to-decriminalise-attempted-suicide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dangote built country around refinery — Sanwo-Olu]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS &mdash; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has described the Dangote Refinery as more than an industrial project, saying its construction demonstrated Africa&rsquo;s capacity to execute ambitious projects on a market-changing scale.Sanwo-Olu spoke on Thursday at the official launch of the Africa&ndash;Diaspora Leadership Programme 2026 Young Global Leaders Convening, tagged &ldquo;Building Africa at Scale,&rdquo; held at the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-built-country-around-refinery-sanwo-olu/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/dangote-built-country-around-refinery-sanwo-olu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EPL: Manchester derby poses Maresca’s first big test, Chelsea aim to end Hull Honeymoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca faces his first major test since stepping into Pep Guardiola&rsquo;s shoes as City visit United in the Manchester derby on Sunday, while Arsenal aim to extend their flawless start at Sunderland.Alongside last season&rsquo;s top two, only newly-promoted Hull remain unbeaten but their brilliant start faces an acid test against Xabi Alonso&rsquo;s free-scoring Chelsea.At the other end of the table, Fulham have yet to register a point under Alvaro Arbeloa ahead of their tough trip to L]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/epl-manchester-derby-poses-marescas-first-big-test-chelsea-aim-to-end-hull-honeymoon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/epl-manchester-derby-poses-marescas-first-big-test-chelsea-aim-to-end-hull-honeymoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tinubu’s Wife: Ndigbo are very nice people]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Nwabueze OkonkwoONITSHA &mdash; Nigeria&rsquo;s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has described Ndigbo as &ldquo;very nice&rdquo; and trustworthy people, saying she was impressed by the warm reception accorded her during her visit to Anambra State.Mrs Tinubu spoke at Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, the Anambra State capital, during a civic reception held in her honour after she was conferred with the chieftaincy title of Ugoeze Anambra (Royal Eagle) by the state council of traditional rulers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubus-wife-ndigbo-are-very-nice-people/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/tinubus-wife-ndigbo-are-very-nice-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APC youth leader urges young Nigerians to embrace leadership]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dickson OmobolaSouth-West Zonal Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adesuyi Daramola, has urged young people to move beyond political mobilisation and become active participants in leadership and governance.Daramola cited Seyi Tinubu as an example, saying his advocacy for and support of greater youth inclusion, empowerment and participation in governance should be emulated.He described Seyi&rsquo;s engagement with young Nigerians as an important contribution towards creating]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apc-youth-leader-urges-young-nigerians-to-embrace-leadership/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/apc-youth-leader-urges-young-nigerians-to-embrace-leadership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2027: IGP vows ‘safe, secure’ vote despite insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s police chief insisted upcoming national polls will be secure, in an interview with AFP, despite violence that usually flares up during election seasons, a jihadist insurgency and a raging kidnapping crisis.Africa&rsquo;s most populous country heads to the polls in January when President Bola Tinubu will seek re-election.Votes have in the past been marred by violence, with politicians recruiting thugs to intimidate opponents and silence dissenting political views, rights groups s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-igp-vows-safe-secure-vote-despite-insecurity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/2027-igp-vows-safe-secure-vote-despite-insecurity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[New York commemorates the 25th anniversary of the devastating September 11, 2001 attacks Friday with a ceremony marked by US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s absence and right-wing outrage at the attendance of the city&rsquo;s first Muslim mayor.Read Also: The 9/11 that never happened: What Britain saved the world fromTrump will pay his respects at the Pentagon, not New York, where hijacked planes destroyed the World Trade Center and killed most of the 2,977 total victims on that world-altering d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/new-york-marks-25th-anniversary-of-911-attacks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/general-news/new-york-marks-25th-anniversary-of-911-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cartoon: How not to test new bed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Read Also: Canada lists 17 countries whose citizens can enter with eTA instead of visaVanguard News<br />
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