Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 4th October 2025
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target=_blank>Sokoto Communities Cry For Help Over Escalating Bandit Attacks
Residents across several communities in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State have raised concern over a surge in deadly bandit attacks, which have led to killings, abductions, displacement and widespread fear. Addressing a press conference on Saturday, the leaders of the communities, led by Alhaji Adamu Haruna from Kebbe town, described the deteriorating security
target=_blank>Tinubu: No one can change what God has ordained
President Bola Tinubu has said what God has ordained cannot be changed by any man. The president said this at the funeral service of Lydia Yilwatda, mother of the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, The event, which held on Saturday, was attended by Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau
target=_blank>Akpabio to Nentawe: Your mother chose the right time to die
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, was among top government officials who attended the burial of Mama Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, mother of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, in Jos, the Plateau State capital. Mama Lydia died in August at the age of 83. In his remarks at the burial
target=_blank>Jonathan: I never said Buhari had any connection with Boko Haram
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said his comments on the role of President Muhammadu Buhari in Boko Haram crisis was misrepresented. Jonathan said this while responding to the backlash which trailed his speech at the book launch of former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Lucky Irabor. In a statement signed by Ikechukwu Eze, his spokesman,
target=_blank>PDP Crisis: Anyanwu’s role limited to taking care of diesel, parking space – Ologunagba
The main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said there could be a misconception of roles in the party, but there is no crisis. Speaking with journalists in Abuja at the weekend, National Publicity Secretary of the party, Debo Ologunagba, said the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has no power to summon any meetings as
target=_blank>Boko Haram mediator: Watch your tongue, Onoh tells Jonathan
Denge Onoh, former campaign spokesman of President Bola Tinubu in the South East, has asked ex-President Goodluck Jonathan to be cautious of sensitive utterances in public. Jonathan had at the public presentation of a book, “SCARS: Nigeria’s Journey and The Boko Haram Conundrum”, alleged that Boko Haram insurgents nominated late President Muhammadu Buhari as their
target=_blank>Omisiore joins Osun governorship race
Iyiola Omisore, former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has joined the 2026 governorship race in Osun State. Omisore made his intention known in a post on his official X handle, on Saturday. “My beloved people of Osun State, After deep reflection and wide consultations, I have decided to formally declare my intention
target=_blank>ABU at 63: VC Decries Brain Drain, Aging Infrastructure
The Vice Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, has decried loss of talented staff to better opportunities within and outside the country. Speaking at a press conference to mark the 63rd anniversary of the institution in Zaria, Prof. Ahmed lamented that aging infrastructure and poor renumeration have dampened staff motivation, noting
target=_blank>Police gun down Lakurawa Members in Kebbi
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the killing of three members of the Lakurawa group in a joint security operation in Gorun Yamma village, Dandi Local Government Area of the State. Confirming the development, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, said the operation was launched after the bandits invaded the community. He
target=_blank>Halt demolition of Igbo houses in Lagos, Deputy Speaker tells Tinubu
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the demolition of properties owned by Igbos in Lagos State, saying the exercise has brought pain at a time many Nigerians are struggling. Speaking during the commissioning of projects in Aba, Abia state, Kalu urged the president
target=_blank>Ronaldo vs Messi: Navas picks the better player
Former Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas has picked Cristiano Ronaldo as the better player ahead of Lionel Messi. Navas chose the Portuguese forward after playing alongside him at Real Madrid, admitting that it was difficult to decide between the Ballon d’Or winners. Speaking to Mexican television channel TUDN, the 38-year-old said (via BolaVIP): “It is
Ronaldo vs Messi: Navas picks the better player
target=_blank>EPL table: Arsenal now top after Chelsea beat Liverpool
Arsenal will go into the October international break top of the Premier League after Chelsea stunned Liverpool 2-1 on Saturday evening. The Gunners made light work of West Ham, winning 2-0 at the Emirates earlier in the day. Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka scored in either half as Mikel Arteta’s men continued their fine start
EPL table: Arsenal now top after Chelsea beat Liverpool
target=_blank>Female journalists arrested over video of clash at APC National Chairman mother’s funeral
Two female journalists working with Jay FM in Jos, Plateau State, have been reportedly arrested by security agents over a video showing a face-off involving a cleric and some security operatives during the funeral service of the mother of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda. According to Jay FM
Female journalists arrested over video of clash at APC National Chairman mother’s funeral
target=_blank>Ebenezer Obey urges graduates to use their knowledge for positive change
Music legend Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi has implored Nigerian students to use their knowledge and skills to inspire positive change and contribute to national development. Obey-Fabiyi stated this at the signing-out ceremony of 79 students from the sixth graduating set of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, held at the Ebenezer Obey Music and Life Skills Institute, Abeokuta
Ebenezer Obey urges graduates to use their knowledge for positive change
target=_blank>Niger Govt urges parents to mobilize children for measles, rubella vaccination
Niger State Government has advised parents to mobilize their children for the upcoming Measles, Rubella, MR, vaccination campaign. The 10-day vaccination campaign is set to commence on Monday, October 6, 2025, in Niger and Nasarawa states. To ensure the success of the programme, the government engaged critical stakeholders including media practitioners, in collaboration with the
Niger Govt urges parents to mobilize children for measles, rubella vaccination
target=_blank>Jonathan denies linking Buhari to Boko Haram
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan says his recent comments on the role of the late President Muhammadu Buhari in the Boko Haram crisis were misrepresented. The former president made the clarification in a statement issued by his media aide, Ikechukwu Eze. DAILY POST recalls that Jonathan, in his speech on Friday at the book launch
Jonathan denies linking Buhari to Boko Haram
target=_blank>NITDA enhances legal expertise with IT contract management workshop
In a bid to deepen institutional competence within Nigeria’s digital economy sector, the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has hosted a one-day capacity-building workshop on Information Technology Contract Management for legal officers from parastatals under the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, FMCIDE. The workshop, held in Abuja, was aimed at strengthen
NITDA enhances legal expertise with IT contract management workshop
target=_blank>GWR: Nigerian comedian DeeOne completes world record for longest stand-up comedy
Popular Nigerian comedian and reality show star, DeeOne, has completed a Guinness World Record, GWR, attempt for the longest stand-up comedy performance by an individual. After confirmation by GWR, the comedian began the 52-hour attempt around 12 am on October 2 and completed it on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Speaking after the event, DeeOne noted
GWR: Nigerian comedian DeeOne completes world record for longest stand-up comedy
target=_blank>‘Nigerians are hungry’ – Seyi Law speaks out on economic hardship
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law has voiced concern over the worsening economic hardship across the country, urging leaders to acknowledge the struggles faced by ordinary citizens. Speaking during an interview on the Inside The Box podcast, the comedian noted that the growing anger among Nigerians is largely fueled by hunger and the rising cost of living.
‘Nigerians are hungry’ – Seyi Law speaks out on economic hardship
target=_blank>Soludo warns against collection of levies from petty traders
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo has warned against collecting taxes from petty traders in the state. Soludo gave the warning while addressing supporters during a rally at Ekwulọbịa, Aguata Local Government Area of the state. The governor urged local authorities to refrain from collecting fees from poor traders. The call followed a visit to
Soludo warns against collection of levies from petty traders
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