
Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Sunday 19th July 2026
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target=_blank>LASU Prof, Akhaine, to deliver 4th Lateef Jakande Lecture
A professor in the Department of Political Science, Lagos State University (LASU), Sylvester Odion Akhaine, will on July 23, 2026 deliver the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture in Lagos. The lecture holding at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, from 11am, has the theme: “The Media, INEC, Voters and Path to Credible Elections.” Akhaine, a former
target=_blank>Heavy rainfall destroys houses, farmlands in Plateau
Torrential rainfall has wreaked havoc in Darwat-Jol community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, destroying over 20 houses and displacing several families. The downpour, which occurred on Saturday afternoon, triggered massive flooding that swept through the area, leaving residents counting their losses. Some farmlands were also destroyed by the rains. A resident of
target=_blank>FGC Kaduna PTA: Bullies risk indefinite suspension
Students of Federal Government College (FGC), Kaduna, who engage in bullying risk indefinite suspension as the school management and Parents-Teachers Association (PTA) intensify efforts to eliminate the menace. The PTA Chairman, Mr Ibrahim Abdul, disclosed this while fielding questions from newsmen during the college’s 29th Speech and Prize-Giving Day. He said the school had adopted
target=_blank>Swollen River Sweeps Away Two in Kaduna Community
Two youths have gone missing after they were swept away by a swollen river in Hayin Malam Bello community, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following a heavy downpour on Saturday evening. The incident occurred as the victims attempted to cross the river on their way home from Kabala West, where they had gone
target=_blank>Boko Haram abducts Pastor’s wife, 3 children in Borno
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists have abducted the wife of a Pastor, alongside her three children in Damasak, Mobbar Local Government Area of Borno State. Damasak, located in the Northern Borno Senatorial District, approximately 156 kilometers from the state capital, Maiduguri, has been a frequent flashpoint for insurgent activities. Sources within the community said the incident
target=_blank>Ondo Monarch sent to prison for Alleged Land Grabbing
A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Akure has remanded the Obaloja of Oba-Ile, Chief Olusola Michael Aderounmu, at the Olokuta Correctional Centre, over allegations of forcefully taking possession of a disputed farmland and destroying economic crops in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The disputed property was said to have belonged to the late
target=_blank>Christian Elders ask Tinubu to reject bill seeking ban of preaching in Buses
The Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF) has urged President Bola Tinubu to withhold assent to the proposed Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026, over a provision prescribing a ₦50,000 fine for preaching in commercial buses. The forum described the provision as unconstitutional and capable of undermining religious freedom and national unity.
target=_blank>Spain vs Argentina: Aside Messi, Rodri, these players can decide World Cup final
Reigning World Cup champions, Argentina, will face Spain, Euro 2024 winners, in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the New York/New Jersey stadium on Sunday night. Lionel Messi and Rodri have been the inspiration and lynchpin for both sides respectively, but the teams are much more than their captains. We look at
target=_blank>Bandits kill 2, abduct 5 in fresh Sokoto attack
Suspected bandits have killed two residents, injured three others and abducted five people in a fresh attack on Kwaren Gamba community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attackers, who stormed the village at about 12:45 a.m. on Sunday, caught residents off guard, forcing many to flee for safety. Those killed were
target=_blank>Our Relationship Cordial, Speaker Abbas Denies Rift with Gov Uba Sani
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has dismissed speculations of a strained relationship between him and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, insisting that they maintain a cordial working relationship built on mutual trust and a shared commitment to the development of the state. Speaking during the distribution of 60,000 bags of fertiliser to
target=_blank>NPFL: Elijah Akanni move to Barau FC on a year deal
Akanni Elijah has completed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Barau FC, DAILY POST reports. Elijah joined the Kano-based club on a one-year deal. The midfielder previously featured for Katsina United and Enyimba. Elijah won the NPFL title with Enyimba in the 2022/23 season. He made 62 appearances, scoring six goals for
NPFL: Elijah Akanni move to Barau FC on a year deal
target=_blank>Real reason Tinubu lost Lagos in 2023 elections – Obanikoro
Former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has attributed the defeat of president Bola Tinubu in Lagos State in the 2023 general elections to the weaponization of Muslim-Muslim ticket against him. Obanikoro said this in an interview on the ‘Mic On podcast’ hosted by a Channels Television journalist, Seun Okinbaloye. According to him, it
Real reason Tinubu lost Lagos in 2023 elections – Obanikoro
target=_blank>NPFL: Plateau United snap up former home-Eagles midfielder
Plateau United have completed the signing of experienced midfielder Dayo Ojo, DAILY POST reports. Ojo joined Plateau United on a free transfer after leaving from Beninoise side ASVO FC. The experience midfielder penned one- year deal with the Peace Boys. Ojo is expected to play a crucial role in Gbenga Ogunbote’s team next season. DAILY
NPFL: Plateau United snap up former home-Eagles midfielder
target=_blank>BREAKING: Senegal President Faye emerges ECOWAS Chairman
Senegal’s President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has emerged as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), succeeding Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio. DAILY POST gathered that Faye was elected during the regional high-level meeting of West African leaders. Meanwhile, Biram Diop has been appointed as the new President of the
BREAKING: Senegal President Faye emerges ECOWAS Chairman
target=_blank>Two months after Alex Ekubo death, IK Ogbonna shares emotional video tribute
Nollywood actor and director, Ikechukwu Mitchel Ogbonna, popularly known as IK Ogbonna, has paid an emotional tribute to his late best friend, Alex Ekubo, more than two months after the actor’s death. The actor took to Instagram on Sunday to share a video compilation of their cherished moments together, filled with laughter and memories. Captioning the video,
Two months after Alex Ekubo death, IK Ogbonna shares emotional video tribute
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: Klopp confirms next managerial job
Former Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp, has confirmed he would be confirmed as the new head coach of Germany “in the next few days”. Klopp is set to replace Julian Nagelsmann who was in charge for the 2026 World Cup. Nagelsmann has already left the role following a poor outing at the tournament. Germany’s loss on
2026 World Cup: Klopp confirms next managerial job
target=_blank>NPFL to organise marketing workshops for clubs ahead new season
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced a mandatory Commercial, Marketing and Media Workshop for all clubs ahead of the 2026/2027 season. The league body made the announcement in a statement addressed to all clubs. According to the statement, each club must be represented by two officials at the workshop. The workshop is scheduled
NPFL to organise marketing workshops for clubs ahead new season
target=_blank>2027: NDC will win before 12 noon in free, fair election – Fayose
Isaac Fayose, younger brother to former Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state says the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, will win the 2027 presidential polls in a free and fair election. Fayose made this remark in a post on his Facebook page on Sunday. He was reacting to Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Federal Capital
2027: NDC will win before 12 noon in free, fair election – Fayose
target=_blank>All Nigerian governors guilty of embezzling LG allocations – Adebutu
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu, has alleged that all state governors in Nigeria are benefiting from and misappropriating local government allocations. Adebutu made the remarks at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta during a meeting with the Egba Traditional Council, where he sought the support and blessings of traditional
All Nigerian governors guilty of embezzling LG allocations – Adebutu
target=_blank>Ballon d’Or, World Cup: Messi to equal Ronaldo’s record
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, is set to equal a record held by Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazario if he wins the 2026 World Cup final with his country on Sunday night. Messi will lead Argentina to face Spain in the World Cup final in New Jersey. If the Albiceleste are crowned champions, Messi will win his
Ballon d’Or, World Cup: Messi to equal Ronaldo’s record
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