Breaking News this Afternoon in Nigeria Sunday 19th October 2025
Top Nigeria News Dailies Update from Newspaper Headlines Today this Afternoon
Read also
target=_blank>Zamfara APC debunks rumours of setting up committee to receive Lawal
From John Bassey, Gusau The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has debunked baseless rumours that are published on social media stating that it has set up a committee to formally receive Governor Dauda Lawal into the party. In a statement issued by Comrade Yusuf Idris Gusau, the APC publicity secretary, to
The post Zamfara APC debunks rumours of setting up committee to receive Lawal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>NDLEA seizes drugs in snails, light bulbs for US, UK, DRC
From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs and female clothes heading to the United States, United Kingdom and Democratic Republic of Congo at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) and a courier company in Lagos. The agency
The post NDLEA seizes drugs in snails, light bulbs for US, UK, DRC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>Nothing can stop #FreeNnamdiKanu movement – Sowore
Human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has declared his intention to defy any court order seeking to stop the scheduled #FreeNnamdiKanu protest on Monday. Sowore is at the forefront of the demonstration around strategic locations in Abuja aimed at securing the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, who has been in custody since his
The post Nothing can stop #FreeNnamdiKanu movement – Sowore appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>Defection: APC has taken over Kaduna by 95%—Uba Sani
From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The All Progressives Congress (APC) has attracted more members, with the defection of four Kaduna State House of Assembly lawmakers and five House of Representatives members along with thousands of their supporters, at a mega rally held at the weekend in the state capital. With the latest defections, APC now has
The post Defection: APC has taken over Kaduna by 95%—Uba Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>PDP, APC factions kick over Mbah’s defection
From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued to generate strong reactions, with factions in both parties openly rejecting recent developments in Enugu State. While a group of PDP stalwarts has vowed to rebuild the opposition party despite Mbah’s departure, aggrieved
The post PDP, APC factions kick over Mbah’s defection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>Delta is a ‘construction site’, Melaye hails Oborevwori
From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Senator Dino Melaye has described Delta State as a ‘construction site’ under the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, expressing deep admiration for the rapid development going on in the oil-rich state. Melaye gave the verdict after attending the burial rites of Elder Gilbert Okafor Ibegbulem, father of former Principal Secretary
The post Delta is a ‘construction site’, Melaye hails Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>Rising prices hit 79% of informal businesses as profits remain flat: report
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Despite their resilience and growing revenues, most informal businesses in Nigeria are struggling to stay profitable, according to the 2025 Informal Economy Report released by Moniepoint. The report, produced in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and released recently in Abuja, revealed that 79 percent of informal businesses experienced increased
The post Rising prices hit 79% of informal businesses as profits remain flat: report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>Fear of failure pushed me to win three awards – 19-year-old Covenant University first-class graduate
Munachimso Grace Ilechukwu is a 19-year-old first-class graduate of Biochemistry, Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State. In this interview, she reveals how she won three awards at the institution’s 20th Convocation Ceremony held on October 10. We heard you won three different awards during the 20th Convocation ceremony… Yes, that’s true. I came out with
The post Fear of failure pushed me to win three awards – 19-year-old Covenant University first-class graduate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>2027: ADC will take over leadership mantle – Aregbesola
Former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola has said that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) will take over the mantle of leadership from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. Speaking with journalists after the commissioning of the state secretariat of the party along Basin Road, Ilorin, Aregbesola accused the APC of harassing
The post 2027: ADC will take over leadership mantle – Aregbesola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>US firm creates ‘Superwood’ stronger than steel
By John Ogunsemore A United States-based firm has developed a chemically engineered wood product called Superwood, which it says boasts a strength-to-weight ratio up to 10 times greater than steel, while being up to six times lighter. InventWood, a company in Maryland co-founded by materials scientist Liangbing Hu, announced the product’s market debut this week
The post US firm creates ‘Superwood’ stronger than steel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
target=_blank>FG Vows To End Banditry In Niger North
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ending banditry in Niger State, assuring citizens that concrete plans are underway to secure communities across the state and the entire nation. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris Malagi, gave the assurance at the weekend during an interactive session on the forthcoming Local Government Councils…
The post FG Vows To End Banditry In Niger North appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>#FreeNnamdiKanuNow: We Didn’t Approach Court To Stop Protest – Police
CSP Benjamin Hudeyin, the Spokesperson of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), on Sunday, reacted to the news report making the rounds that the police tried to stop the October 20 planned nationwide protest, tagged #FreeNnamdiKanuNow, through the court. CSP Hundeyin, in a press statement made available to newsmen in Abuja, said at no point did…
The post #FreeNnamdiKanuNow: We Didn’t Approach Court To Stop Protest – Police appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Otti, Aisha Yesufu, Others Advocate Tougher Penalties For Female Rights Violations
Wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, human rights activist Aisha Yesufu, and Nollywood actress Hilda Dokubo have called for stricter penalties for those who violate the rights of women and girls in Nigeria. They made the call during the 4th Girls Summit held in Umuahia, organized by the Protect the Precious Foundation, where…
The post Otti, Aisha Yesufu, Others Advocate Tougher Penalties For Female Rights Violations appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Ohanaeze Condoles With Uma Ukpai’s Family, To Join In Funeral Plans
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Akwa Ibom State Chapter, has expressed deep condolences to the family of the late Evangelist Rev. Uma Ukpai, who passed on October 6, 2025, at the age of 80. Leading a delegation to the deceased’s home, Ohanaeze President, Mazi Kayceey Chidiadi, described the late evangelist as a great…
The post Ohanaeze Condoles With Uma Ukpai’s Family, To Join In Funeral Plans appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Zamfara: NBTE, Almustaqil Partner To Train 167 Youths On Skills For Self-Reliance
The Almustaqil School of Technology and Vocational Training Centre, Kaura Namoda, in partnership with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme, has flagged off the training of 167 youths in various skill areas aimed at promoting self-reliance and reducing unemployment in Zamfara State. Speaking during…
The post Zamfara: NBTE, Almustaqil Partner To Train 167 Youths On Skills For Self-Reliance appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>2027: Kaduna Will Deliver 95% Votes To APC – Gov Sani
The Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, on Saturday boasted that the 95 per cent votes in the forthcoming 2027 presidential election in the state will go to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The Governor’s remark comes after the APC attracted more members to its fold following the defection of four Kaduna State House…
The post 2027: Kaduna Will Deliver 95% Votes To APC – Gov Sani appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Medicaid Foundation Unveils 2025 Cancer Awareness Campaign
The Medicaid Cancer Foundation (MCF) has announced plans for its 2025 Cancer Awareness Campaign, marking 11 years of continuous impact in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and care across Nigeria. Over the past decade, the foundation has raised more than ₦2.5 billion to fund cancer-related programmes and has emerged as one of Nigeria’s leading voices in health…
The post Medicaid Foundation Unveils 2025 Cancer Awareness Campaign appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Investing In Human Capital Spurs Technological Innovation – Kalu
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has said that increased investment in human capital development has the potential to significantly boost a country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through innovation and technological progress. Kalu made the remark while delivering the keynote address at SMFest, an annual global conference that empowers participants to leverage…
The post Investing In Human Capital Spurs Technological Innovation – Kalu appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Yazid Danfulani: The New Sheriff At NAIC
A seasoned corporate administrator and banker, with high proficiency in computing and banking operations, Yazid Danfulani came fully to the limelight of public service as the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Zamfara State, under Governor Bello Matawalle, but not before serving in 2013 at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), therefrom gaining profound experiences…
The post Yazid Danfulani: The New Sheriff At NAIC appeared first on New Telegraph.
target=_blank>Afe Babalola Sets Up Cooperative Societies For Easy Loan Access, Business Empowerment
Elder statesman and founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has established two cooperative societies to enable business owners in Ekiti State access loans easily for business growth and empowerment. Speaking during the Annual Afe Babalola Day celebration, held at the palace of the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe, Babalola…
The post Afe Babalola Sets Up Cooperative Societies For Easy Loan Access, Business Empowerment appeared first on New Telegraph.
Read also
You can also check
