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Barcola's hat‑trick powers Liverpool to 6‑3 Champions League victory over LASK
Bradley Barcola ended his goal drought with three strikes as Liverpool defeated Austrian side LASK 6‑3 in Linz, keeping a perfect start to their Champions League campaign and boosting the new signing’s reputation.
Photo: Bryan Berlin / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 02:45 WAT · 7 sources
Nigeria's U‑17s lose to Niger, face must‑win clash with Côte d’Ivoire
The Golden Eaglets were beaten 2‑1 by Niger in their opening WAFU B U‑17 Championship match, leaving their semi‑final hopes uncertain. They now need a win against Côte d’Ivoire to keep the tournament alive.
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 02:15 WAT · 2 sources
BusinessDay BAFI Awards Honour PalmPay and RMB Nigeria Across Digital Payments and Merchant Banking
The 2026 BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions Awards in Lagos recognised PalmPay as Digital Payments Platform of the Year and awarded RMB Nigeria Merchant Bank of the Year for the eighth time along with Deal Advisory Excellence, highlighting growth in Nigeria’s fintech and banking sectors.
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 02:15 WAT · 2 sources
Kwara police arrest suspects over alleged grave exhumations and missing heads
Kwara State Police have detained three men in connection with the exhumation of graves and removal of heads, while a separate case involves possession of human hands for ritual purposes. Investigations remain ongoing as authorities seek to recover the missing body parts.
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 01:15 WAT · 2 sources
Atiku condemns Tinubu’s expanded APC campaign council as political overreach
Former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar, the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, criticised President Bola Tinubu’s enlarged campaign council for the 2027 election, saying it reflects fear and diverts attention from Nigeria’s economic and security crises.
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 01:15 WAT · 7 sources
PSG secure 4-2 win over Manchester City at Etihad
Paris Saint‑Germain held off a second‑half surge from Manchester City to win 4-2 at the Etihad, with goals from Doué, Dembélé, Vitinha and Akliouche. City’s Erling Haaland netted twice, but a late penalty miss by Ferran Torres sealed the result.
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 00:45 WAT · 6 sources
Real Madrid rally to 4-3 win over Roma in Champions League
In a dramatic group‑stage clash at the Stadio Olimpico, Real Madrid overturned a 3‑1 deficit to defeat AS Roma 4‑3, with late goals from Carlos Espí, Endrick and Antonio Rüdiger.
Photo: George M. Groutas from Dali, Nicosia, Cyprus / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
LAS News Desk · 15 Oct 2026, 00:15 WAT · 5 sources
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr receives four‑match ban, misses El Clasico
Vinicius Jr has been suspended for four La Liga games after pulling an opponent’s hair during a 1‑0 win over Villarreal, ruling him out of the upcoming El Clasico against Barcelona.
Photo: All-Pro Reels / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 22:16 WAT · 5 sources
Wike urges APC governors to secure states for Tinubu ahead of 2027 election
Minister Nyesom Wike warned APC governors not to claim victory unless they deliver their states for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 election, pledging to mobilise support in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 21:46 WAT · 9 sources
Osun Governor Adeleke backs Tinubu’s 2027 bid, vows to ‘dance back to Aso Rock’
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s re‑election campaign at the APC Presidential Campaign Council inauguration, saying the nation needs more than one term to complete reforms and promising to rally support across the country.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 21:16 WAT · 8 sources
US Mission in Nigeria Confirms Visa Fees Are Non‑Refundable, Warns Against Fraudulent Schemes
The United States Mission in Nigeria used its official X account to reiterate that visa application fees are not refundable, regardless of approval or refusal, and advised applicants to rely on official government sources and avoid third‑party scams.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 18:16 WAT · 4 sources
President Tinubu pushes bill to replace ASCON with new National School of Government
Bola Tinubu has asked the Nigerian Senate to approve a bill that would repeal the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria Act and establish a National School of Government, aiming to strengthen leadership development and policy delivery.
Photo: Chatham House / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 16:16 WAT · 2 sources
Nigeria Secures Three‑Year Seat on UN Human Rights Council with 172 Votes
Nigeria was elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027‑2029 term after winning 172 of 181 votes in a secret ballot held on 13 October 2026. The 47‑member council will see Nigeria serve alongside 14 other nations.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 15:46 WAT · 3 sources
Aviation minister accuses former vice‑president of hypocrisy over Nigeria Airways liquidation
Minister Festus Keyamo rebuked Atiku Abubakar for the 2004 shutdown of Nigeria Airways and the alleged failure to pay workers’ benefits, while noting President Bola Tinubu’s recent allocation of funds to settle the outstanding liabilities.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 15:16 WAT · 6 sources
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s unlisted hospitality dinners with Manchester City chairman under scrutiny
Records obtained by the BBC show that Andy Burnham, now prime minister, attended two hospitality dinners with Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak while serving as mayor of Greater Manchester, prompting calls for full disclosure of the engagements.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 14:46 WAT · 3 sources
Rwanda Secures Decade-Long Deal to Host Africa’s First Formula One Grand Prix Since 1993
Formula One announced a ten‑year agreement with Rwanda to stage an African Grand Prix on a new Bugesera circuit in the early 2030s, marking the sport’s return to the continent after more than three decades. Human‑rights groups have warned the event could be used for sports‑washing.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 12:15 WAT · 4 sources
IMF urges Nigeria to replace blanket fuel subsidy with targeted aid amid fiscal strain
The International Monetary Fund cautioned Nigeria against reinstating a universal petrol subsidy, recommending focused social assistance for vulnerable households as subsidies cost up to 1.5% of GDP and risk worsening fiscal pressures.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 11:15 WAT · 7 sources
Lookman ends six‑match drought to help Atletico beat United
Ademola Lookman scored the second goal in Atletico Madrid’s 2‑0 Champions League win over Manchester United, ending a six‑match goal‑free run. Manager Diego Simeone praised his energy and value after the strike.
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LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 10:45 WAT · 3 sources
Ondo Governor orders river fumigation and emergency water supply after military plane crash
Following complaints of a strong odour from the Igbokoda River where a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashed last week, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa directed extensive fumigation, distribution of health kits and provision of potable water to affected residents.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 10:45 WAT · 7 sources
Former DRC President Kabila Leads New Politico‑Military Front with M23 Rebels
Joseph Kabila announced the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation, a coalition that unites his supporters with the AFC‑M23 rebel movement, pledging to overthrow the government by any means, including force, amid ongoing conflict in eastern Congo.
Photo: Office of the White House (Amanda Lucidon) / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 10:16 WAT · 6 sources
Nigeria Warns of $1bn Export Loss if EU Deforestation Rules Not Met
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council has cautioned that failure to comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation could cost the country over $1bn in annual export earnings, with cocoa the most exposed commodity.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 10:00 WAT · 2 sources
US Citizenship Agency Denies 35,767 Green Card Work Permits in Q3 2026
USCIS rejected 35,767 work‑permit applications from Green Card seekers between April and June 2026, pushing the overall denial rate to 44%. The move follows a steep rise from 25% in the first half of the fiscal year and reflects tighter immigration rules and higher fees.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:58 WAT · 2 sources
NDLEA reports 53,800 drug users rehabilitated over five years, calls for stronger mental health investment
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency said it has helped more than 53,800 people recover from drug dependence in the past five years and urged the federal government to boost mental‑health funding and community‑based programmes.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:58 WAT · 2 sources
Nigeria’s 2027 election prep: NOA urges voters, INEC delays 2026 registrants’ PVCs
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Orientation Agency is urging Nigerians to collect their permanent voter cards, while the Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that PVCs for those who registered in 2026 are not yet available for collection.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:57 WAT · 2 sources
INEC gives parties 14 days to challenge omission of governorship candidates
The Independent National Electoral Commission has allowed political parties to file objections to the 2027 governorship candidate list until 24 October, citing membership register breaches as the cause for the exclusion of Isa Ali Pantami and Oladipupo Adebutu.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:46 WAT · 2 sources
Insecurity drives cholera outbreaks in Zamfara, Nigeria
Ongoing insecurity in north‑western Nigeria has pushed many Zamfara communities into repeated cholera outbreaks, with displaced families struggling to access care amid staff shortages and limited supplies.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:46 WAT · 2 sources
eTranzact Board reshaped after majority ownership shift
eTranzact International Plc has restructured its board following a shareholding transaction that transferred 56.18% of its shares to Trademarks Global Concepts Limited. The move saw resignations from exiting directors and the appointment of new members, including nominees from the new majority owner.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:45 WAT · 2 sources
Nigerian Senate advances bill to decriminalise attempted suicide amid presidential opposition
The Senate has approved a second‑reading vote on legislation to remove criminal penalties for attempted suicide, though Senate President Godswill Akpabio continues to argue for imprisonment of survivors. The bill now moves to committee review.
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LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 07:47 WAT · 2 sources
Nigeria's government mandates four-year degree programmes be completed within four years
The federal government announced that all four-year degree courses must be finished in the prescribed period, unveiling new agreements with university, polytechnic and college staff unions and expanding a monitoring committee to curb strikes, according to statements from the Minister of Education.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 07:46 WAT · 2 sources
Super Falcons secure third‑round Olympic qualifier spot after 5‑0 win over Comoros
Nigeria's women's team defeated Comoros 5‑0 in the second leg of the 2028 Olympic qualifiers, sealing a 7‑0 aggregate triumph and setting up a third‑round clash with Morocco, according to Daily Trust and Channels TV.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 07:17 WAT · 4 sources
Shell agrees to transfer its Nigerian gas distribution arm to Vaaris Energy
Shell Plc has signed an agreement to sell its entire stake in the Shell Nigeria Gas Group to local firm Vaaris Energy, pending regulatory approval, as part of a broader portfolio simplification strategy.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 07:16 WAT · 2 sources
NAFDAC seizes over N2 billion of counterfeit alcohol and arrests two suspects in Lagos market raid
The agency’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate intercepted illegal alcohol operations worth more than N2 billion at the International Trade Fair Complex, uncovering makeshift stores and detaining two individuals linked to counterfeit production.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 07:16 WAT · 2 sources
Veterans block Abuja pensions board over disputed adjustment formula
Military retirees sealed the Military Pensions Board office in Abuja on 13‑14 October, alleging that the formula used for recent pension adjustments left many underpaid and calling for a forensic audit, while the board maintains it applied the approved rates.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 06:36 WAT · 2 sources
Former Kaduna Governor Accused of Allocating $600,000 to Influence EFCC Probe
A forensic investigator from the Department of State Services testified that ex‑governor Nasir El‑Rufai set aside $600,000 to pay Economic and Financial Crimes Commission officials and intermediaries, a claim that remains unproven in court.
LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 04:24 WAT · 2 sources