Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers Friday 28th August 2026

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target=_blank>Family kicks as DSS rearrests Miyetti Allah leader after release from EFCC

Operatives of the Department of State Service, on Friday, whisked away the national president of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo, to their headquarters after he was released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This is just as the family members of embattled Bodejo expressed shock over his re-arrest by the DSS

target=_blank>Yobe LG Vice Chair Allegedly Assaulted By Soldiers

The Vice Chairman of Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State, Abubakar Muhammad Nur, has alleged that soldiers of the Nigerian Army assaulted him while he was carrying out his official duties in the town on Friday. Nur alleged that the soldiers beat him despite identifying himself as the Vice Chairman of the local government.

target=_blank>Troops kill 2 terrorists, recover 2 AK-47 rifles, motorcycles in Sokoto

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have killed two terrorists and recovered two AK-47 rifles and three motorcycles during an operation in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The operation followed credible intelligence received in the early hours of Friday, August 28, 2026, about the movement of terrorists conveying

target=_blank>KASU Management Begs ASUU to Suspend Strike

The management of Kaduna State University (KASU) has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), KASU Branch, to suspend its ongoing warning strike and give room for dialogue with the Kaduna State Government to resolve the issues in dispute. The university management made the appeal in a statement signed by its Vice-Chancellor, Professor

target=_blank>Man rescued after jumping off bridge in Plateau 

A middle-aged man was rescued on Friday after reportedly jumping into the water from the British American Bridge in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident attracted the attention of passers-by, who raised the alarm and mobilised to rescue the man from the water. An eyewitness, Mr Amos Forte, who was passing

target=_blank>NPC Chairman, Aminu Yusuf, dies after prolonged illness

The Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf, is dead. A source within the commission told Daily Trust that Yusuf died at Nizamiya Hospital in Abuja after the Jummah prayer. The source added that he fell ill five days ago while preparing for a trip to Rwanda. According to the source, the

target=_blank>Atiku: I have evidence Tinubu is 90 years old

Former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has claimed that he has evidence that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old, saying he would present the evidence in court. Atiku made the claim in an interview with the BBC while explaining his decision to contest the presidency

target=_blank>Law profession no longer noble, says VDM

Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has criticised Nigeria’s legal profession, saying law can no longer be regarded as a noble profession in the country. VeryDarkMan made the remarks while reacting to criticism over his invitation to the Nigerian Bar Association’s 66th Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt, where he participated

target=_blank>FULL LIST: Nigerians on fresh US Deportation List

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has added 10 Nigerians to its “Worst of the Worst” register of criminal immigrants arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The latest names, published on the DHS website, are linked to offences including wire fraud, identity theft, drug offences, child related crimes, larceny, aggravated assault and

target=_blank>ASUP Seeks Probe Into Alleged N1.3bn Unremitted Pension Deductions at Mubi Poly

Academic Staff Union Of Polytechnics (ASUP) of the Federal Polytechnic Mubi chapter, Adamawa State, has urged the Federal Government to constitute panel to investigate alleged non-remittance of staff pension contributions by the institution’s management. Chairman of the Union, Comrade Kadala Solomon Bandi, made the call at a press conference held in Mubi on Thursday, where

target=_blank>‘Desperation’ – Reactions as Atiku vows to release evidence Tinubu is 90 years old, sick

Reactions have continued to trail the claim by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, that President Bola Tinubu is 90 years old, contrary to his publicly known age of 74. DAILY POST reports that the former vice president made the claim during an interview with the BBC, insisting that he has evidence
‘Desperation’ – Reactions as Atiku vows to release evidence Tinubu is 90 years old, sick

target=_blank>inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ Driver with brand new car

inDrive, a global mobility and delivery services platform, has honoured Felicity Eseke, the ‘Super Mum’ driver, with a brand-new Wuling XC250 2025. The brand-new car was handed over to Eseke during a presentation ceremony held at Ikeja City Mall, Lagos, in the presence of Akinyemi Oluwaseun aka Asherkine, the popular content creator, inDrive drivers and
inDrive rewards ‘Super Mum’ Driver with brand new car

target=_blank>EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Chelsea vs Brighton, Aston Villa vs Arsenal, others

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has predicted the Premier League Matchday 2 fixtures. Manchester City will face Crystal Palace on Friday night, while Liverpool will host Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday, Chelsea will clash with Brighton, while Manchester United will tackle Ipswich Town. Arsenal will take on Aston Villa on Monday night at Villa Park. Giving his predictions, Shearer said
EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Chelsea vs Brighton, Aston Villa vs Arsenal, others

target=_blank>Osun at 35: Gov Adeleke discloses reconciliation talks with former governors

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has disclosed that he has commenced discussions with former governors and political leaders as part of efforts to promote reconciliation and peace following the recent governorship election in the state. Governor Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Friday, said he held discussions with former governor and
Osun at 35: Gov Adeleke discloses reconciliation talks with former governors

target=_blank>2027: Atiku beginning to sound like a sound bite — Rufai

Arise News anchor, Rufai Oseni, has faulted the incessant promises of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Speaking during Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ on Friday, Rufai said the former vice president is beginning to sound like a sound bite. DAILY POST recalls that Atiku had pledged to reinstate the fuel subsidy regime if
2027: Atiku beginning to sound like a sound bite — Rufai

target=_blank>Dollar to naira exchange rate today, August 28, 2026: Naira appreciates across FX markets to end week on a good note

The naira appreciated against the dollar across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets to end the week on a good note. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira firmed up against the dollar to N1,337.29 on Friday from N1,338.59 recorded on Thursday at the official market. This means that, on a day-to-day
Dollar to naira exchange rate today, August 28, 2026: Naira appreciates across FX markets to end week on a good note

target=_blank>Lagos govt urges abattoir operators to turn waste into wealth

The Lagos State Government has intensified its campaign against environmental pollution, urging operators of abattoirs and slaughterhouses to embrace waste recovery and explore ways of turning slaughtering by-products into economically useful materials. The state government said the approach would not only improve sanitation and protect public health but also create opportunities for businesses, employment and
Lagos govt urges abattoir operators to turn waste into wealth

target=_blank>NDC condemns City Boys Movement’s ‘extravagant’ lifestyle

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has faulted a campaign platform of President Bola Tinubu, City Boys Movement, over an alleged wasteful and extravagant lifestyle. A statement by the NDC’s national spokesman, Osa Director, said at a time when Nigerians are going through one of their toughest periods under the rudderless APC-led administration, officials of the
NDC condemns City Boys Movement’s ‘extravagant’ lifestyle

target=_blank>Rivers: Police disown claims linking 56 PMF Commander to four suspects’ arrest

The Rivers State Police Command has denied allegations linking the Commander of 56 Police Mobile Force, ACP London Irikefe, to the arrest and prosecution of four men over the alleged abduction of a woman in the state. The Command, in a statement signed on Thursday by its Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe Kaborlo,
Rivers: Police disown claims linking 56 PMF Commander to four suspects’ arrest

target=_blank>Lagos police engage youths in campaign against political, digital thuggery

The Lagos State Police Command has engaged young people across the state in a campaign against political and digital thuggery as part of activities to mark the 2026 International Youth Day. The command also held a Police-Youth Dialogue to strengthen relations between young people and the police, promote responsible citizenship and raise awareness about political
Lagos police engage youths in campaign against political, digital thuggery

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