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Every story currently on LAS News, newest first (1429 total).
Wednesday, 4 November 2026
- ADC pledges to continue Sokoto campaign despite office closure and alleged intimidation Africa/Nigeria
- Democrats Secure Control of Both US Congressional Chambers in Midterm Upset World
- Abdul El‑Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Seat, Becomes First Muslim U.S. Senator World
Monday, 2 November 2026
- BUA Group chairman Abdul‑Samad Rabiu recounts Kaaba entry with President Bola Tinubu Africa/Nigeria
- Zaki Local Government Chairman Masud Aliyu/Umar killed in road crash after APM meeting in Bauchi State Africa/Nigeria
- Julius Abure rules out backing Peter Obi for 2027, eyes Tinubu or Atiku Africa/Nigeria
- Kimi Antonelli clinches Formula One world title at Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming youngest champion ever Sport
- Access Bank appoints Oluseyi Kumapayi as DMD for African subsidiaries and Olanrewaju Bamisebi as ED of IT and Digitalisation Africa/Nigeria
- INEC releases list of 35 candidates for Taraba State Senate seats ahead of 2027 elections Africa/Nigeria
- President Tinubu says Ka’abah prayer deepens resolve for Project Nigeria Africa/Nigeria
- All nine aboard Learjet 60 killed in crash near Trump’s Mar‑a‑Lago resort in Palm Beach County World
- Imo Governor Uzodimma to Appeal Court Ruling Declaring Former Governor Okorocha APC Candidate for 2027 Senate Race Africa/Nigeria
- Nigeria Senate reviews President Tinubu's $20.5 billion loan request and new legislation on offender transfers and tenancy identification Africa/Nigeria
- APC Campaign Council Defends Tinubu’s Power‑Sector Record Amid Calls for Scorecard Africa/Nigeria
- Nigeria opposition coalition decries APC intimidation and calls for voter register audit ahead of 2027 vote Africa/Nigeria
Sunday, 1 November 2026
- Australia set new women's Rugby League World Cup record with 124-6 win over Wales Sport
- Deputy Senate President Barou predicts Tinubu will win 2027 election as APC rallies in Kano Africa/Nigeria
- Tinubu’s Trans‑Sahara Superhighway reconstruction praised as economic and security catalyst in Nigeria’s north Africa/Nigeria
- UK introduces two‑tier post‑study work visa, giving some Nigerian graduates two years from 2027 Africa/Nigeria
- Tonga edges Samoa 20-18 in Rugby League World Cup clash, securing semi‑final spot World
- id Software co-director says studio remains viable after Xbox layoffs, deepening ties with MachineGames Games
- NDC candidates Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso hold town hall in Enugu Africa/Nigeria
- African Export‑Import Bank and APPO launch $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja to address continent’s energy financing gap Africa/Nigeria
- Outgoing University of Ibadan Vice‑Chancellor Kayode Adebowale praised for preserving heritage and strengthening institution Africa/Nigeria
- Rare Short-Necked Oil Beetle larvae discovered at Pembrokeshire site after six decades Science
- Nasarawa police detain three suspects after intercepting unregistered Lexus and alleged forged ICPC ID Africa/Nigeria
- John Smedley blends heritage and new technology to sustain UK knitwear production Business
- Betsi Cadwaladr health board proposes closing three urgent primary care centres by 2027 Health
- Gunmen attack Plateau checkpoint, killing soldier and stealing weapons Africa/Nigeria
- Oyo State police detain suspected serial burglar Nasiru Abiodun and recover valuables worth millions of naira Africa/Nigeria
- UK artist with epilepsy still unable to obtain NHS cannabis prescription despite market growth Science
- Police neutralise armed robber in Ota, recover two cars and stolen goods Africa/Nigeria
- Iran Declares No Intent to Negotiate with United States Amid Rising War Rhetoric World
- Golden State Valkyries clinch first WNBA championship in Game 7 against Atlanta Dream Sport
- Harriet Dart clinches maiden WTA title at Guangzhou Open after three-set comeback Sport
- Cross River Governor Otu Claims N70 billion Domestic Debt Cut and Revenue Gains Ahead of 2027 Campaign Africa/Nigeria
- Igbo Community in Kaduna Endorses Governor Uba Sani Ahead of 2027 Election Africa/Nigeria
- Nigeria Debate Consortium schedules Lagos governorship debate for 8 November 2026 Africa/Nigeria
- US President Trump agrees to facilitate visa for mother of Ghanaian teen killed in Bronx shooting Africa/Nigeria
- Two Nigeria‑based businessmen seized with 200 cocaine wraps at Abuja airport Africa/Nigeria
- Blessing CEO mourns nine‑year‑old son Bryan in emotional Instagram tribute Africa/Nigeria
- US Federal Judge Dismisses Donald Trump's $10 Billion Defamation Suit Against Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch World
- South‑East Governors Urge Igbo Voters to Back President Tinubu in 2027 Election Africa/Nigeria
- Four suspects arrested after alleged abduction and gang‑rape of 12‑year‑old in Bauchi’s Sakwa District Africa/Nigeria
- PRP candidate challenges Enugu governor's development scorecard, calls for welfare‑focused metrics Africa/Nigeria
- Peter Obi criticises President Tinubu’s record and claims superiority ahead of 2027 elections Africa/Nigeria
- Nigeria’s 19‑athlete team, led by sprinter Rosemary Chigozie Nwankwo, opens Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Africa/Nigeria
- AIICO Insurance posts 27% rise in nine‑month pre‑tax profit on stronger insurance and investment income Africa/Nigeria
- INEC cites Federal High Court order for continued omission of NDC's Gwarzo from Kano 2027 governorship list Africa/Nigeria
- Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu models for Ugo Monye at 2026 Lagos Fashion Week Africa/Nigeria
Saturday, 31 October 2026
- FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Calls on Tinubu Supporters to Deliver Votes Ahead of 2027 Election Africa/Nigeria
- Delta State warns contractor over delays to Orere Bridge and Edjekota‑Ewu‑Orere road projects Africa/Nigeria
- Tompolo donates 30 vehicles as Osun leaders rally for Tinubu's 2027 re‑election Africa/Nigeria
- Harry Kane’s penalty miss leaves Bayern and Dortmund level on 2-2 in Der Klassiker Sport
- Chelsea secure 2-0 victory over ten‑man Manchester United to extend United's winless run Sport
- Nigerian Navy Marines and Army Amphibious Brigade eliminate 34 Boko Haram fighters in Lake Chad operations Africa/Nigeria
- Professor Amadike Ugbogu appointed as Abia State University’s ninth Vice‑Chancellor Africa/Nigeria
- Federal technical team sent to Ogun to investigate recurring subsurface gas emissions affecting schools Africa/Nigeria
- Nigerian Army’s Operation Whirl Stroke eliminates two suspected bandits in Kogi ambush Africa/Nigeria
- OPay cancels NYSE debut after regulatory inquiry in foreign jurisdiction Africa/Nigeria