Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Thursday 13th August 2026
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target=_blank>Seyi Makinde picks former DSS DG as APM presidential running mate
Presidential Candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde, on Thursday announced former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Lawal Musa Daura, as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Makinde made the announcement at the elective National Convention of the APM held at the
target=_blank>Nasarawa: Flood hits Lafia, destroys homes, property
Several areas of Lafia metropolis, including Unguwar Nungu, Millionaires Quarters and Bukan Sidi, were ravaged by flooding on Thursday following an early morning downpour. The rainfall, which started around 4:00 a.m. and lasted until about 10:00 a.m., forced some residents to evacuate their homes for safety as water from blocked gutters overflowed into compounds. Cheke
target=_blank>Amnesty: Fadahunsi’s Osun election remarks must not go unpunished
Amnesty International Nigeria has said it will pursue accountability over comments attributed to Senator Francis Fadahunsi ahead of the August 15 Osun State governorship election. Isa Sanusi, Country Director of Amnesty International Nigeria, said the organisation would use the case to demonstrate that political figures should be held accountable for remarks that could contribute to
target=_blank>UPDATED: Politician who swore on Quran for Kwankwaso joins APC
Kabiru Adamu Abdullahi, a long-time ally of Kwankwasiyya leader and Vice-Presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Abdullahi, who previously swore on the Qur’an to affirm that Kwankwaso did not send Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to the APC earlier this year, announced his
target=_blank>Bauchi assembly majority leader resigns to contest LG chairmanship
The Majority Leader of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Saleh Hodi Jibri, has resigned to contest the chairmanship of Shira Local Government Council under the Allied Progressive Movement (APM). Jibri, who represented Disina Constituency, announced his resignation on Wednesday during plenary presided over by the Speaker, Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman. In his farewell remarks,
target=_blank>Kano: Man allegedly kills friend over tricycle tyre cover
A Magistrates’ Court in Kano has remanded a young man, Auwal Adam, in a correctional facility over alleged involvement in the killing of his friend following a dispute over the cover of a tricycle tyre. The court, presided over by Magistrate Sakina Aminu Yusuf, ordered Adam’s remand after he was arraigned by the police on
target=_blank>Why the Allegations Against Ojulari and NNPC Collapse Under PIA and Data
There is a growing campaign of allegations against the leadership of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and its Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Ojulari, which deserves to be tested against the law, institutional responsibilities and verifiable data rather than insinuation. The latest claims by the self-styled Oil and Gas Professional Forum, including allegations
target=_blank>Police recover stolen newborn in Benue
The Police in Benue State have recovered a newborn baby boy who was allegedly stolen shortly after delivery at the Divisional Hospital in Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State. Daily Trust had reported how the newborn was stolen in the early hours of Tuesday after a woman disguised as a nurse took the baby
target=_blank>Iconic Open University Announces Establishment of Research Centres, Calls for Recruitment of Researchers
Iconic Open University, a tech-driven open-distance learning institution licensed by the National Universities Commission, has announced a call for applications for leadership and research positions at three newly established research centres across Northern Nigeria. The University, through its Directorate of Research, Innovation, and The Impossible (DRII), is inviting highly qualified researchers to coordinate the establishment
target=_blank>7 killed as mining pit collapses in Plateau community
Seven miners have been killed after a mining pit collapsed at Kassa community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. Eyewitnesses said that several miners were also injured in the incident. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening while the victims were carrying out mining activities at the site. A resident of the community,
target=_blank>BREAKING: 2027: Makinde picks ex-DSS DG as running mate
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Movement, APM, Seyi Makinde, has unveiled former Director-General of the Department of State Services, DSS, Lawal Musa Daura, as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Makinde announced this on Thursday at the elective National Convention of the party in Bauchi. The Oyo State Governor equally stated that
BREAKING: 2027: Makinde picks ex-DSS DG as running mate
target=_blank>Osun election: ‘Expelled members’ – Accord reacts to Imumolen’s endorsement of APC’s Oyebamiji
The national leadership of Accord has dismissed its expelled former 2023 presidential candidate, Chris Imumolen’s support for the All Progressives Congress candidate, Bola Oyebamiji for the Osun State governorship election. Accord noted that Imumolen has no electoral value to influence any election in the country. The party described the factional leader as a political hireling
Osun election: ‘Expelled members’ – Accord reacts to Imumolen’s endorsement of APC’s Oyebamiji
target=_blank>2027: Rivers ADC vows to resist intimidation after threats against members
The Rivers State Chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has vowed to resist intimidation in whatever form across the state. This is contained in a statement by the spokesman of the party in Rivers State, Luckyman Egila, on Thursday. Egila said the ADC has taken serious note of a viral video in which one Mr
2027: Rivers ADC vows to resist intimidation after threats against members
target=_blank>Osun election: PDP endorses Adeleke, directs members to rally behind him
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has endorsed Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for Saturday’s governorship election after the Court of Appeal upheld the nomination of Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola as the party’s candidate. The party disclosed this in a statement signed by the PDP Interim National Working Committee’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong. According to the statement, the
Osun election: PDP endorses Adeleke, directs members to rally behind him
target=_blank>Lilith Cavaliere Shares the Habits That Keep Her Grounded
Lilith Cavaliere Shares the Daily Habits That Keep Her Grounded Building a successful career in front of millions of people often comes with constant demands and public expectations. For Lilith Cavaliere staying grounded has never depended on fame or recognition. Instead, it comes through the routines she follows every day and the choices she makes
Lilith Cavaliere Shares the Habits That Keep Her Grounded
target=_blank>Transfer: Galatasaray offered €130m for Osimhen
Galatasaray were offered €130m by Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal for their top striker, Victor Osimhen. According to Sky Sports’ Florian Plettenberg, the Turkish Super Lig champions received the offer on Wednesday through an intermediary acting for Al Hilal. Plettenberg, who disclosed this in a post on X on Thursday, noted that the proposal was made verbally
Transfer: Galatasaray offered €130m for Osimhen
target=_blank>Osun Guber: Osun IPAC rejects use of uncustomised INEC ballot papers
The Osun State chapter of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, has rejected the proposed use of uncustomised ballot papers and result sheets for the August 15, 2026, governorship election. The council, which comprises registered political parties in the state, said the use of such electoral materials could undermine confidence in the electoral process. Osun IPAC
Osun Guber: Osun IPAC rejects use of uncustomised INEC ballot papers
target=_blank>Edo govt shuts orphanage over alleged irregular adoption practices
The Edo State Government has shut down an orphanage home over alleged irregular adoption practices and facilitated the reunion of a 53-year-old Nigerian deported from the United States with his family. The orphanage home was shut down in Afuze, Owan East Local Government Area over alleged irregular adoption practices. The government said the move followed
Edo govt shuts orphanage over alleged irregular adoption practices
target=_blank>Transfer: Osimhen could join Arsenal as Galatasaray send Martinelli offer
Arsenal have asked about Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, with both clubs currently in talks over transfers, the UK Telegraph reports. The Turkish giants are keen on the Gunners’ duo of Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri. They have already sent a £38.4m offer for Martinelli and indicated an interest in Nwaneri, who spent the second half
Transfer: Osimhen could join Arsenal as Galatasaray send Martinelli offer
target=_blank>“My hands were tied, I couldn’t save Vatsa from death” – Former President Babangida
Former military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd), has opened up on the execution of his childhood friend and former military colleague, General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, saying his hands were tied after a military panel found him involved in the 1985 coup plot to overthrow him. Babangida spoke during a special programme monitored on Badeggi
“My hands were tied, I couldn’t save Vatsa from death” – Former President Babangida
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