Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Wednesday 27th May 2026
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target=_blank>INSTANT HEROES: Azeez and other Super Eagles who scored on debut
For any Nigerian footballer, putting on the green and white jersey for the first time is a nerve-wrecking dream that can make or mar even the most talented player. Most players hope just to avoid a mistake. But a select few refused to wait for their moment – they grabbed it instantly, cementing their name
target=_blank>Omo-Agege resigns from APC after losing primary
Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, former Deputy Senate President, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a letter to the Chairman of Orogun Ward 2, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Omo-Agege stated that after reviewing recent developments within the APC in Delta State and consulting with his associates and supporters,
target=_blank>Eid-el-Kabir: Emir of Potiskum Urges Residents to Embrace Peace
The Emir of Potiskum, Alhaji Umaru Bubaram Ibn Wuriwa Bauya, has called on residents of the emirate and Nigerians at large to embrace peace. He also spoke on the importance of farming activities as the rainy season approaches. The monarch made the call on Wednesday shortly after the Eid-el-Kabir prayers held at the Potiskum Eid
target=_blank>Nigeria’s challenges surmountable – Sanusi
Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has assured Nigerians that the country’s security and economic challenges are not insurmountable, urging both leaders and followers to play their roles in finding lasting solutions. Speaking during the Sallah durbar in Kano on Wednesday, the emir said Nigeria is facing serious challenges in security, the economy, and
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Sallah Celebrations Across Nigeria
Today, May 27, 2026, corresponding to 10th Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH in the Islamic calendar, Muslims across Nigeria joined millions around the world to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice. The festival commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, Isma’il, in obedience to Allah’s command, as recorded
target=_blank>Eid-el-Kabir: Share sacrificial meat with vulnerable persons, Gov Aliyu tells Muslims
By Salim Ashir Mahuta, Sokoto Governor Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto State has urged Muslims in the state to remember vulnerable groups during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. This was contained in an Eid message issued by the state government and signed by the Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Sokoto, Abubakar Bawa. Governor Ahmad Aliyu asked
target=_blank>Uche Nnaji was a placeholder for Jim Nwobodo in ’99 – Onoh
Former Southeast Spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of Enugu State House of Assembly, Denge Josef Onoh, has disputed claims by Enugu State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Chief Uche Nnaji, that he (Nnaji) willingly relinquished his Senate victory to Chief Jim Nwobodo in 1999. Onoh
target=_blank>Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu calls for unity, obedience to rule of law
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday called on Nigerians to embrace love, tolerance, generosity and obedience to the rule of law as Muslims across the country celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. Tinubu made the call shortly after observing the two-rakat Eid prayer at the Dodan Barracks Eid Ground in Lagos, where he joined other Muslim faithful for the celebration.
target=_blank>Nigeria Hosts Major Healthcare Expo as WHX Opens in Lagos
Nigeria’s growing importance in Africa’s healthcare sector will come into sharp focus next week as the World Health Expo (WHX) opens in Lagos, bringing together healthcare leaders, investors, manufacturers and policymakers from across the world. The three-day exhibition, scheduled to hold from June 2 to June 4 at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, is expected to
target=_blank>Eid-el-Kabir: Abductees will be back home, Makinde assures
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reassured that all the children and teachers abducted on May 16 at Oriire Local Government Area (LGA) of the state will be rescued and brought home. Makinde assured on Wednesday at his Ikolaba residence while hosting his deputy, Mr Bayo Lawal, and other Muslim appointees in Oyo State.
target=_blank>Benue schools mark 2026 Children’s Day with statewide celebrations
Schools across Benue State on Wednesday joined the nationwide commemoration of the 2026 Children’s Day celebration with various activities aimed at promoting children’s welfare, inclusion and development. At the JS Tarka Stadium, Gboko, staff and students of various schools participated in the event which featured march-past displays, entertainment and other activities organised to celebrate children and encourage
Benue schools mark 2026 Children’s Day with statewide celebrations
target=_blank>Eid-El-Kabir: Hardship, insecurity, political crisis amount to a no-confidence vote on political leaders — Chief Imam of Benin
The Chief Imam of Benin, Sheikh AbdulFatai Enabulele, has said that the prevailing economic hardship, insecurity and political crisis in the country amount to a vote of no confidence in the nation’s ruling political class. Enabulele stated this while speaking with newsmen shortly after the Eid-el-Kabir prayer at the Ikpoba Slope Eid Ground on Wednesday, May
Eid-El-Kabir: Hardship, insecurity, political crisis amount to a no-confidence vote on political leaders — Chief Imam of Benin
target=_blank>Children’s Day: Quality education can help Anambra children attain full potential – Soludo, wife
The governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, and his wife, Nonye, have praised children in the state, saying the government will continue to ensure quality education for them. The governor, who was at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, the state capital, where he took the salute during a march past by primary and secondary
Children’s Day: Quality education can help Anambra children attain full potential – Soludo, wife
target=_blank>Gov Abdulrazaq preaches peace, unity in Nigeria
Muslim faithful on Wednesday converged on the Ilorin Central Praying Ground, Yidi Road, to observe the two-raka’at Eid-al-Adha prayer in a peaceful atmosphere. In attendance were Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, top government officials, title chiefs and party chieftains. Speaking in a short interview after observing the Eid prayers, the governor prayed to Allah to make peace, unity and
Gov Abdulrazaq preaches peace, unity in Nigeria
target=_blank>Police nab two suspected cultists with arms in Edo
Operatives of the Ugbowo Division of the Edo State Police Command have apprehended two suspected cultists allegedly gathering for unlawful activities in the state. ASP Eno Ikoedem, the Public Relations Officer of the command, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Benin City. Ikoedem alleged that the suspects,
Police nab two suspected cultists with arms in Edo
target=_blank>Gov Eno to pay rural allowances to doctors
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has announced plans to commence the payment of rural allowances to doctors posted to rural communities in the state. He noted that the allowances would be tied to monthly performance and attendance audits. Governor Eno disclosed this during the commissioning of a Primary Health Centre operational base in
Gov Eno to pay rural allowances to doctors
target=_blank>Otti names new Umuahia Bus terminal after Returning Officer who announced his electoral victory
The Umuahia Central Bus Terminal built in Umuahia by the Abia State Government has been commissioned by Governor Alex Otti. Otti, who opened the terminal for operation on Wednesday, named the facility after Professor Nnenna Oti, the former INEC Returning Officer who announced his electoral victory in the 2023 governorship election. He said that Professor Nnenna
Otti names new Umuahia Bus terminal after Returning Officer who announced his electoral victory
target=_blank>NPFL: Rivers United praise players after runners-up finish
Rivers United have commended their players for the second-placed finish in the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Pride of Rivers said the players showed resilience, determination and discipline throughout the season. Rivers United also secured a CAF Champions League ticket during the campaign. “The season has now concluded and we are proud to
NPFL: Rivers United praise players after runners-up finish
target=_blank>Presidential primary election: NDC announces date for commencement
The National Democratic Congress, NDC, has announced that its primary elections will commence on May 28, 2026, as the party moves to align with the timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The NDC acknowledged that it had to drop its planned electronic voting system for the primaries due to time constraints. The founder
Presidential primary election: NDC announces date for commencement
target=_blank>Eid el-Kabir: Abdulsalami urges politicians to embrace issue-based politics
Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has called on Nigerians to engage in politics without bitterness, saying it is essential for the emergence of credible leaders and national development. Abubakar made the appeal on Wednesday in Minna after observing the two-raka’at Eid-el-Kabir prayer at the Minna Eid praying ground, where he joined other Muslim faithful to
Eid el-Kabir: Abdulsalami urges politicians to embrace issue-based politics
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