Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Friday 29th May 2026
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target=_blank>Mixed feelings as Nigerian pilgrims complete hajj rites
By Habeebat Ajayi from Mina Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2026 Hajj exercise have begun completing the major rites of the pilgrimage with mixed feelings of spiritual fulfilment, exhaustion and relief after days of rigorous religious activities across the holy sites in Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims, who moved between Arafat, Muzdalifah and Mina under intense
target=_blank>2027: We’ll neither rig nor allow our opponent rig us out
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has declared that the Allied People’s Movement (APM) will neither engage in election rigging nor allow itself to be cheated in the 2027 general elections. Mohammed spoke at the Bauchi Government House during the affirmation of candidates for elective offices in the state, where the party formally unveiled its
target=_blank>Two rescued from Kano wells
The Kano State Fire Service on Friday said it recorded two rescue incidents in Kumbotso and Warawa Local Government Areas of the state. The Public Relations Officer of the service, ACFO Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, said the emergencies occurred between 7:06 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. after distress calls were received at the control room. He
target=_blank>Kwara Loses Prominent Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Abdulqodir Al-Adaby
Kwara State was thrown into mourning on Friday following the death of the Khalifatul Adabiyyah Worldwide, Sheikh Abdulqodir Kamaludeen Al-Adaby. He died in Ilorin at the age of 82 after a brief illness. It was gathered that the revered Islamic scholar had been ill for about two weeks before he passed away shortly before the
target=_blank>Chelle: Super Eagles can win 2026 Unity Cup
Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has declared the readiness of his team to win the Unity Cup final. Nigeria defeated Zimbabwe 2-0 in the semi-final to reach the final where they will face Jamaica in a repeat of last year’s final. Speaking to the media ahead of the final against the
target=_blank>2027: 70% of Nigerians Have Rejected Tinubu – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described President Bola Tinubu’s “30 percent approval rating after three years in office as proof that Nigerians have rejected his administration over worsening economic hardship, unemployment, and insecurity”. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the latest survey showing that nearly
target=_blank>Man to die by hanging for killing ‘youth leader’ in Ondo
An Ondo State High Court sitting in Akure has sentenced a 32-year-old man, Toba Adeyemi, to death by hanging for the murder of a youth leader, Michael Alademomi, during a violent supremacy clash in the state capital. Adeyemi was arraigned on a two-count charge of conspiracy and murder over the incident which occurred in May
target=_blank>UCL final: I’m fit and 100% ready to play against Arsenal – Dembele
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele has declared himself fit and ready to face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League final at the Puskas Arena on Saturday. The wing wizard has been an injury worry for PSG after he left the pitch in the first half during the club’s final domestic match of the season against
target=_blank>Police arrest suspects who disrupted sallah celebration in Katsina community
The Katsina State Police Command has arrested six suspects for allegedly attacking residents of Keku Village in Musawa Local Government Area during the Sallah celebration. The command said the suspects allegedly attacked villagers with sticks and machetes on Wednesday at about 2:00 p.m., leaving several residents injured. Police spokesman, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, disclosed this
target=_blank>Tinubu’s 3-year report card written in tears – Atiku
Former Vice President of Nigeria and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, says “the era of political complacency, propaganda, and governance by deception” is drawing to a close, stating that Nigerians have seen enough and are preparing to reclaim their country through the power of the ballot. In a statement issued
target=_blank>Police arrest suspect over robbery of Adamawa Polytechnic students
Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have arrested one suspect in connection with an armed robbery attack on female students of the Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola. The robbery occurred in the early hours of May 28, 2026, when armed hoodlums reportedly stormed a residence occupied by the students behind the MOPE Extension in Numan
Police arrest suspect over robbery of Adamawa Polytechnic students
target=_blank>PDP accuses Wike of attempt to shut down venue for Jonathan ratification
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of attempting to halt its planned event in Abuja, where former President Goodluck Jonathan is expected to be affirmed as the party’s presidential candidate. In a statement issued on Friday, the party said the management of A Class Event
PDP accuses Wike of attempt to shut down venue for Jonathan ratification
target=_blank>ADC presidential ticket: ‘You did it like Arsenal’ — Dino Melaye hails Atiku
Dino Melaye, a former Kogi West Senator, has commended former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on his emergence as the 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Melaye likened Atiku’s victory in the ADC’s presidential primary to Arsenal’s recent success in the English Premier League. In a post on X, Melaye wrote: “Boss, you
ADC presidential ticket: ‘You did it like Arsenal’ — Dino Melaye hails Atiku
target=_blank>MACBAN welcomes US religious freedom report, distances Fulani herders from violence
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has responded to a recent report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), saying it remains committed to peace and condemns all forms of violence in Nigeria. In a statement issued by its national president, Baba Othman Ngelzarma, the association welcomed parts of
MACBAN welcomes US religious freedom report, distances Fulani herders from violence
target=_blank>UCL final: ‘He can do it’ – Arsenal legend, Dixon names player Arteta must include in starting lineup
Arsenal icon Lee Dixon has urged Mikel Arteta to include Myles Lewis-Skelly in his starting lineup for the forthcoming UEFA Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. Although Lewis-Skelly had only made 2 starts for Arsenal in the Premier League by May 2, he was introduced into central midfield during their league match against Fulham. He
UCL final: ‘He can do it’ – Arsenal legend, Dixon names player Arteta must include in starting lineup
target=_blank>Tinubu’s 30 per cent approval rating reflects public discontent – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said President Bola Tinubu’s reported 30 per cent approval rating shows that many Nigerians are unhappy with his administration ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said rising food prices, unemployment and insecurity have made life harder
Tinubu’s 30 per cent approval rating reflects public discontent – ADC
target=_blank>One killed, two injured during youth clash in Borno community
A minor disagreement among youths in Zannari community, Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State, turned violent and left one person dead while two others were injured. According to security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred around 10:30 pm on May 28, when an argument reportedly escalated into a physical fight. During
One killed, two injured during youth clash in Borno community
target=_blank>Police arrest six over Sallah-day attack in Katsina
Police in Katsina State have arrested six men accused of attacking residents of Keku village in Musawa Local Government Area during the Sallah period. The incident occurred at about 2 pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, when the suspects reportedly entered the village armed with sticks and machetes and injured several residents. Officers from the
Police arrest six over Sallah-day attack in Katsina
target=_blank>Champions League final: PSG players promised €1m each to beat Arsenal
Each Paris Saint-Germain player will receive €1m if they win the Champions League, just like last year. The Ligue 1 champions play Arsenal in Saturday’s final in Budapest. And Luis Enrique’s men have been given incentive to retain the trophy they won last year. Captain Marquinhos, Achraf Hakimi, Ousmane Dembélé and Vitinha are believed to
Champions League final: PSG players promised €1m each to beat Arsenal
target=_blank>2027: NDC promises level playing field for aspirants in primaries
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has pledged to provide a level playing field for all aspirants in its primary election. The national leader of the party, Seriake Dickson, made the promise in a statement shared on X on Friday, noting that no aspirant has been endorsed by the party leadership. Dickson said all aspirants enjoy
2027: NDC promises level playing field for aspirants in primaries
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