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Kaduna Governor Uba Sani denies speaking ill of detained predecessor Nasir El-Rufai

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has stated that he maintains deep respect for his predecessor, Nasir El-Rufai, and has never spoken negatively about him despite the former governor's ongoing detention since February.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 09:16 WAT · 1 source

Grenada Grants Visa‑Free Access to Nigerian Entrepreneurs to Boost Tech Collaboration

Grenada has announced visa‑free entry for Nigerian tech entrepreneurs and investors, aiming to foster knowledge exchange and expand market reach for both nations. The move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen economic ties and support local businesses.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 09:16 WAT · 1 source

Knight Frank Nigeria schedules second Golf Classic at Ikoyi Club 1938 on 29 October

Knight Frank Nigeria will hold the second edition of its Golf Classic at the Ikoyi Club 1938 in Lagos on Thursday, 29 October 2026, with Tatum Bank as a sponsor and a programme that includes a 6:30 am tee‑off and an afternoon reception.

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LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 09:16 WAT · 2 sources

Nigeria launches $100m gas pipeline to boost Southeast industrialisation

President Tinubu inaugurated a 400km gas distribution network across five Southeast states, aiming to attract investment and create jobs by linking natural resources to industrial hubs.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 08:46 WAT · 2 sources

Ebonyi police detain man accused of posing as lawyer for over a decade after alleged ₦650,000 fraud

The Ebonyi State Police Command arrested Ugwumba Enyinnaya, accused of impersonating a lawyer for more than 11 years and defrauding a client of ₦650,000 in March 2026, after a petition prompted an investigation.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 08:45 WAT · 6 sources

Tinubu seeks Senate approval for $20.5bn external borrowing to cover funding gaps

President Bola Tinubu has requested the Nigerian Senate to approve over $20 billion in external loans to address deficits in the 2026-2027 supplementary borrowing plan, a move criticized by opposition figures.

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LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 08:17 WAT · 1 source

Kebbi APC elder urges opposition to halt personal attacks ahead of 2027 polls

Sani Hukuma Zauro Zannan Gwandu, chairman of the Kebbi APC Elders Forum, has called on opposition parties to cease using abusive language and personal vilification against ruling government leaders.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 08:16 WAT · 1 source

Convoy of Niger Governor Bago Involved in Head‑On Collision Killing Four Students and a Driver

A Toyota Hilux in Governor Mohammed Bago’s convoy collided with a car carrying five university students in Minna on 26 October 2026, killing four students and the driver of the Hilux. Police have opened an investigation.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 08:16 WAT · 4 sources

Naira strengthens against the dollar as CBN interventions lift reserves to 18‑year high

The Nigerian naira rose by up to N14.74 per dollar on 27‑28 October 2026, marking its biggest daily gain since August, while central bank reserves climbed to $55.26 billion, an 18‑year peak.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 08:15 WAT · 3 sources

NDC Campaign Director Calls on Atiku to Join Obi‑Kwankwaso Alliance Ahead of 2027 Election

Ibrahim Abdulkarim, director‑general of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) campaign council, urged former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar and other opposition leaders to join the coalition backing Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, arguing unity will improve chances against the APC.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 07:46 WAT · 1 source

Federal Panel Finds 37 Suspected Miners Died of Asphyxiation in NSCDC Custody and Recommends Billion‑Naira Compensation

A ten‑member independent committee concluded that 37 suspected illegal miners suffocated while detained by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Minna, Niger State, and advised N1.4 billion in compensation and the dismissal of senior officers.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 07:45 WAT · 7 sources

Five siblings killed in Gombe water tanker and school tricycle collision

Five children from the same family died after a water tanker struck a tricycle transporting them to school in Gombe State. Three other children were injured in the crash near Kanady Academy.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 06:47 WAT · 2 sources

President Tinubu proposes amendment to enable transfer of Nigerians convicted abroad to serve sentences at home

President Bola Tinubu has sent a bill to the Senate to amend the 2004 Transfer of Convicted Offenders Act, aiming to allow Nigeria to sign bilateral prisoner‑transfer agreements with foreign states, including non‑Commonwealth countries.

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LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 06:16 WAT · 3 sources

President Tinubu’s administration urges private sector to draft funding and implementation plan for Nigeria’s state police

President Bola Tinubu’s team has asked the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, chambers of commerce and business bodies to produce detailed proposals on financing, managing and partnering on the proposed state police, highlighting the link between security and economic growth.

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LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 06:15 WAT · 2 sources

TotalEnergies completes $800m sale of 10% stake in Nigeria’s Renaissance licences

The French company has sold its 10% non‑operated interest in 15 oil licences of the Renaissance joint venture to Vaaris for $800m, retaining full economic interest in three gas licences that supply half of Nigeria LNG.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 04:46 WAT · 2 sources

Bank of Industry secures $30m credit line with French development bank to fund Nigeria’s creative sector

The Bank of Industry and France’s Agence Française de Développement have signed a $30 million facility in Abuja to provide affordable financing for music, film, fashion, design and gaming businesses, with a focus on women‑ and youth‑led firms.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 04:46 WAT · 2 sources

Oyo Governor Makinde opens public facilities to all political parties for 2027

Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that all political parties, including the APC, are free to use Oyo State public facilities, such as Mapo Hall, provided they meet stipulated conditions.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 04:17 WAT · 1 source

Senator Umeh questions destination of previous federal loan funds amid new borrowing request

Senator Victor Umeh has challenged President Bola Tinubu's request for $20.5 billion in new external loans, asking where previously approved funds went given that three budgets remain unfunded.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 04:16 WAT · 2 sources

Abia NDC group praises INEC for defending Electoral Act after Supreme Court ruling

The NDC Concerned Movement in Abia has commended INEC for its role in a September 2026 Supreme Court case regarding party membership and primary eligibility.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 03:16 WAT · 1 source

Wike Criticises Amaechi and Atiku Ahead of 2027 Elections

Rivers State Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly questioned the suitability of former Transport Minister Chibuike Amaechi and former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar for national office, citing alleged financial mismanagement and shifting political stances.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 03:16 WAT · 2 sources

INEC to release corrected 2027 candidate list after two‑week review

The Independent National Electoral Commission announced it will publish an updated list of candidates for the 2027 general election after a 14‑day review to fix spelling errors and duplicate nominations, while also rolling out new security measures and an online voter register.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 03:15 WAT · 7 sources

Former IGP Adamu warns of voter card buying in Nasarawa ahead of 2027 polls

Former Inspector-General of Police Mohammed Abubakar Adamu has alleged that political actors are purchasing Permanent Voter Cards from women in Nasarawa State to suppress their participation in the upcoming 2027 governorship election.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 02:46 WAT · 2 sources

Six People Abducted in Midnight Raid on Kaduna Estate

Suspected kidnappers entered Nuru Suraj Estate in Kaduna’s Millennium City shortly after midnight, taking six residents, including two schoolboys, while releasing two elderly women. The incident has heightened security concerns in the area.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 02:46 WAT · 2 sources

President Tinubu orders intensified probe after drive‑by killing of Islamic preacher in Katsina

President Bola Tinubu has instructed security agencies to intensify investigations and prosecute the gunmen who killed Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka and his companion in Dutsin‑Ma, Katsina State, following a claim of responsibility by the militant group Ansaaru.

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LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 02:46 WAT · 8 sources

Egypt Court Orders Closure of Mada Masr, Fines Editor Lina Attalah

An Egyptian court fined Lina Attalah 3 million Egyptian pounds and ordered the shutdown of the independent news site Mada Masr after finding it operated without a licence. The ruling has been condemned by rights groups as a severe blow to press freedom.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 02:16 WAT · 4 sources

Sokoto Assembly approves bill to create state police services

The Sokoto State House of Assembly unanimously passed a constitutional amendment to establish state police forces, while the federal Nigeria Police Force remains the national service. The bill outlines duties, appointment procedures and funding for the new bodies.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 01:46 WAT · 2 sources

Federal High Court in Benin City declares Efosa Omo the rightful NDC candidate for Oredo Federal Constituency

A Benin City Federal High Court removed Uyi Omosigho as the NDC’s House of Representatives candidate for Oredo, naming Osagie Efosa Omo as the authentic nominee ahead of the 2027 elections.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 01:45 WAT · 3 sources

Lavrov denies Russian backing for flag-waving during 2024 Nigerian protests

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow did not sponsor the display of Russian flags during the 2024 #EndBadGovernance protests in Nigeria, describing the actions as personal gestures by individuals.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 00:47 WAT · 2 sources

Plateau Governor vows arrest of attackers after Gero community killings

Governor Caleb Mutfwang pledged to pursue those responsible for the Gero attack that killed six residents, urging community vigilance and highlighting evidence recovered by security forces.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 00:46 WAT · 2 sources

Oyo State Governor says APC will not be barred from Mapo Hall, but local authority reports denial of venue

Governor Seyi Makinde affirmed that any party meeting legal requirements can use Mapo Hall for campaign events, while the Ibadan Local Government Properties Company issued a letter saying the hall is already booked and the APC’s request was rejected.

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 00:45 WAT · 2 sources

Atiku Abubakar urges Nigeria’s Assembly to halt Tinubu’s $20.52bn loan request

Former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar has called on the National Assembly to suspend approval of President Bola Tinubu’s supplementary external borrowing plan, demanding a full project breakdown before any funds are released.

Photo: Chatham House / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 00:15 WAT · 9 sources

Senate Committee Clears 16 Nominees for National Human Rights Commission Board

The Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters has screened and cleared 16 candidates, including Eze Anaba, for the National Human Rights Commission board. The report will be sent to the Senate for final confirmation.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 21:46 WAT · 2 sources

Kano and Jigawa Assemblies Approve Constitutional Amendments for State Police

Both Kano and Jigawa state legislatures voted to allow state governments to create their own police forces, a move aimed at strengthening community policing and decentralising security responsibilities.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 20:13 WAT · 3 sources

Wike’s Rainbow Coalition Names Full List of Rivers State Candidates for 2027

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike’s Rainbow Coalition announced candidates for governorship, Senate, House of Representatives and state assembly in Rivers State ahead of the 2027 elections, backing President Bola Tinubu’s re‑election.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 20:13 WAT · 2 sources

Zamfara police detain 22‑year‑old after viral video urging attacks on Christians

The Nigeria Police Force arrested Umar Ibrahim Gandi Maradun, 22, from Zamfara State following a widely shared video in which he appeared to call for armed assaults on Christians in Enugu and Plateau states, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from religious groups.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 20:12 WAT · 3 sources

Nasara​wa NDC Publicity Secretary Resigns, Endorses Former IGP Abubakar Adamu for 2027 Governorship Race

Joseph Danjuma quit his role as NDC publicity secretary in Nasarawa State, citing inability to perform his duties, and publicly backed former Inspector‑General of Police Abubakar Adamu, the SDP’s 2027 governorship candidate.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 19:16 WAT · 2 sources

MTN Nigeria attributes rapid data depletion to streaming and background apps, not operator theft

MTN Nigeria has explained that video streaming, automatic downloads, and background applications are the primary causes of fast data usage, rejecting claims of deliberate deduction by operators.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 14:47 WAT · 2 sources

Niger State Panel Orders N1.4bn Compensation After 33 Miners Die in NSCDC Detention

An independent committee has recommended N1.4 billion in compensation for families and survivors of 33 miners who died in a Minna detention cell, citing overcrowding, heat and dehydration as causes. The report also calls for dismissals and reforms within the NSCDC.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 14:46 WAT · 3 sources

Nigeria Immigration Service extends UK passport intervention to 27 November

The Nigeria Immigration Service has prolonged its Special Passport Intervention exercise in the United Kingdom, now running from 3 to 27 November, to meet continued demand from Nigerians needing passport services.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 14:45 WAT · 2 sources

Passport Legacy hosts Grenada IMA CEO in Lagos to discuss investment migration

A Swiss-owned advisory firm hosted an event in Lagos featuring the CEO of Grenada's Investment Migration Agency to discuss citizenship by investment and global mobility.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 14:16 WAT · 2 sources

Operation Fansan Yamma neutralises eight suspected terrorists and rescues three abductees across three north‑western states

Nigerian troops from Operation Fansan Yamma killed eight suspected terrorists and freed three kidnapping victims in coordinated actions in Katsina, Kaduna and Zamfara on 24‑25 October, also seizing weapons and motorcycles.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 14:15 WAT · 7 sources

Helabet cites 2.5 million users and shifts strategy to reduce ad spend amid regulatory changes

Helabet reveals 2.5 million active Nigerian users by late 2025 and plans to cut advertising costs, citing currency depreciation and a focus on player retention over acquisition.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 13:46 WAT · 1 source

Wizkid becomes first African artist to surpass 12 billion Spotify streams

Nigerian singer Wizkid has become the first African artist to exceed 12 billion streams on Spotify, a milestone achieved through his solo work and high-profile international collaborations.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 13:16 WAT · 2 sources

Standard Chartered Nigeria wins International Banking Excellence Award

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited received the International Banking Excellence Award at the 2026 BAFI Awards in Lagos, recognising its global network and local expertise. The bank highlighted its role in major financing projects across Africa.

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LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 13:16 WAT · 2 sources

APC refutes claims Tinubu set three‑year deadline to eradicate poverty

The All Progressives Congress said President Bola Tinubu never pledged to eliminate poverty within a specific timeframe, urging Nigerians to judge his record after eight years in office rather than on a short‑term target.

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LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 13:16 WAT · 2 sources

Nigerian troops repel suspected herders and recover weapons in Benue's Guma LGA

Operation Whirl Stroke forces repelled an armed group in Guma Local Government Area on 26 October, recovering two AK‑47 rifles, ammunition, livestock and cash, with no casualties reported among the soldiers.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 13:15 WAT · 3 sources

Toluwanisings’ death sparks hospital rejection claims and family burial dispute

Gospel singer Toluwanisings died on 14 Oct 2026 after a sudden collapse, prompting allegations of hospital rejection and a disagreement between his father and widow over burial arrangements. The case has also led to legal threats from other artists.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 12:46 WAT · 3 sources

Tinubu approves 500,000 solar lights for South-East rural households

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu announced that President Bola Tinubu has approved the distribution of 500,000 solar-powered lights to rural households in the South-East, with the first phase launching in Abia State.

Photo: Chatham House / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 12:16 WAT · 2 sources

Burna Boy presents Socrates Award to Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka at 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony

Nigerian Grammy‑winning artist Burna Boy handed the Socrates humanitarian award to Arsenal and England winger Bukayo Saka during the Ballon d’Or event in London on 26 October 2026, highlighting his own football academy in Nigeria.

Photo: Nuță Lucian from Cluj-Napoca, Romania / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 12:16 WAT · 5 sources

Ekiti Governor Oyebanji seeks Assembly approval for three commissioners and ten advisers

Governor Biodun Oyebanji has requested the Ekiti State House of Assembly to confirm the reappointment of three key commissioners and the appointment of ten special advisers for his second term.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 11:46 WAT · 2 sources

Seven Killed in Nighttime Shooting in Plateau State Community

Gunmen attacked the Georo community in Jos South, Plateau State, killing seven residents in shops and a restaurant. The assault sparked panic and condemnation from local groups.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 11:45 WAT · 2 sources

Atiku supporter remanded after posting forged Tinubu letter

Mubarak Abdullahi, known as Sardaunan Samari, was arrested and remanded in Kaduna after circulating a fake letter allegedly from President Bola Tinubu to the U.S. president. The DSS has charged him with cybercrime and defamation.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 11:45 WAT · 3 sources

Peter Obi demands release of NDC mobiliser Rilwan Olawale, accuses Tinubu of undermining democracy

NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has demanded the immediate release of supporter Rilwan Olawale, who was reportedly detained by DSS operatives in Lagos, while accusing President Bola Tinubu of encouraging violence against political opponents.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 11:17 WAT · 2 sources

Nigerian Finance Minister admits households spend 120% of income on food

Taiwo Oyedele stated at Chatham House that soaring food prices force many Nigerians to borrow money, with food inflation outpacing headline inflation.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 10:46 WAT · 2 sources

Five Obidient Leaders Omitted from NDC Campaign Council

Five key supporters of Peter Obi’s 2027 bid were left off the Nigeria Democratic Congress’s campaign council, sparking criticism online. The omission follows the party’s release of council members ahead of the January 16 election.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 10:46 WAT · 1 source

US, EU and 30 Nations Warn of Imminent Famine in Sudan and Call for Unhindered Humanitarian Access

Dozens of countries, led by the United States and major European powers, issued a joint statement on 27 October warning that Sudan faces a high risk of famine and urging all parties to remove obstacles to aid delivery.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 10:46 WAT · 2 sources

Peter Obi calls for revolution, criticises Tinubu's travel record at NDC event

NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has called for a political revolution in Nigeria, criticising President Bola Tinubu for frequent international travel and failing to visit all states to account for public funds.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 10:17 WAT · 1 source

Aramoko‑Ekiti kingmakers ask Ooni of Ife to revive stalled Alara selection

Kingmakers in Aramoko‑Ekiti have petitioned the Ooni of Ife to persuade Governor Biodun Oyebanji to lift a six‑month suspension of the Alara stool election, citing unrest among youths and halted cultural rites.

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 10:15 WAT · 4 sources

AAC candidate Sowore criticises Tinubu administration over DSS arrest of Atiku supporter

Omoyele Sowore has accused the Nigerian government of using the Department of State Services to suppress dissent following the arrest of Mubarak Abdullahi over an online post.

Photo: Daniel Latorre / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 09:47 WAT · 1 source