Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Wednesday 26th August 2026
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target=_blank>Tinubu Support Group Threatens to Withdraw Support Over Sheriff’s Campaign Role
A support group campaigning for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 has threatened to withdraw its voluntary support for the President if former Borno State Governor, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, remains in the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign structure. The Grassroots Movement for Tinubu Continuity Come 2027 issued the warning in a formal
target=_blank>ADC demands Immediate arrest of Kuje council Chair
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded the immediate arrest of the Kuje Area Council Chairman, Mr. Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo, over his declaration that residents must vote the All Progressives Congress (APC) or leave the council area. The opposition party described the development as “a threat of forced displacement” that breaches Sections 40, 41 and
target=_blank>‘Committed freedom fighter’, IPI mourns Dotun Oladipo
The Board of Trustees, National Executive Committee and entire membership of the Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) have commiserated with the family and associates of Mr Dotun Oladipo over the passing of the journalist, publisher and entrepreneur. Mr Oladipo died on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, in Lagos. A statement signed by
target=_blank>Several bandits feared killed in Sokoto
Several bandits were feared killed on Wednesday as security operatives foiled an attempt to attack Sifawa town in Bodinga Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State. Sifawa is the hometown of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Faruk Yahaya (rtd.) and the Secretary to the Sokoto State Government, Barrister Bello Sifawa. The bandits reportedly
target=_blank>Sowore: What Amaechi Offered Me After NBA Clash
The heated exchange between African Action Congress Presidential Candidate, Omoyele Sowore, and former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference did not end with their public confrontation. Sowore disclosed that Amaechi later invited him to his residence to eat and have a beer. This is despite the disagreement that had
target=_blank>ASUU grounds academic activities at Plateau varsity
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Plateau State University, Bokkos chapter (ASUU-PLASU) has declared an indefinite strike over what it described as the failure of the university administration to satisfactorily address its six-point charter of demands. The union announced the industrial action after its Congress meeting following the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum issued to
target=_blank>Gunmen kill 3 vigilantes in Plateau
Three members of a local vigilante group have been killed after gunmen attacked a civilian guard post at the Gwa Rim community in Riyom Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State. Our correspondent reports that many vigilantes lost their lives while trying to provide security assistance to their communities. confirming the latest incident, residents said
target=_blank>Benin-Agbor-Asaba gridlock: Contractor failed to meet obligations – Sunday Dare
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has attributed the prolonged gridlock and deteriorating condition of the Benin-Agbor-Asaba expressway to the failure of the contractor handling the project to meet its obligations. Speaking on Channels Television on Wednesday while reacting to the traffic crisis on the major highway, Dare
target=_blank>Tinubu has outperformed Obasanjo, Yar’Adua, others — APC
The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu has performed better than every democratically elected president in Nigeria during their respective terms in office. Morka made the assertion during an interview on Channels Television, where he defended the performance of the Tinubu administration and its
target=_blank>Tinubu: Hausa people are pillars of Nigeria’s progress
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the Hausa people as great pillars of Nigeria’s progress, commending their contributions to the country’s development. In a message to to commemorate the World Hausa Day, the President highlighted the rich cultural heritage and resilience of Hausa people. Tinubu said, “The Hausa language, without doubt, has flourished and has
target=_blank> Ex-Mr Nigeria apologises after fiancée reportedly discovers he has two children
Former Mr Nigeria, Ugo Nwokolo, has publicly apologised to his fiancée, Precious, popularly known as “The Fruit Girl,” following reports that she called off their wedding plans after discovering he had two children from previous relationships. Precious was a fruit seller who rose to fame after being discovered by Untouchable Comedies. The popular Facebook content
Ex-Mr Nigeria apologises after fiancée reportedly discovers he has two children
target=_blank>ADC challenges Tinubu to clarify ‘all is fair in politics’ remark
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to publicly explain what he meant by his July 29 comment that all is fair in politics, saying his silence over recent political threats could send the wrong message. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC
ADC challenges Tinubu to clarify ‘all is fair in politics’ remark
target=_blank>EPL: ‘He’s taken his leadership role’ – John Terry hails Chelsea star
Chelsea legend John Terry has lauded Reece James following his performance against Fulham in the Premier League. He commended the club captain for establishing high standards and motivating others to reach his level. Speaking on his YouTube channel, JT’s Weekly Review, Terry said that James has embraced his leadership role, which was evident on the
EPL: ‘He’s taken his leadership role’ – John Terry hails Chelsea star
target=_blank>EPL: ‘They can’t’ – Hasselbaink names top team that won’t win title
Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has given his reasons for believing that the Blues will not win the Premier League title this season. During a discussion with Jim White, the former Dutch forward was asked whether he viewed Xabi Alonso’s team as contenders for the title this year. Hasselbaink said the west London club was
EPL: ‘They can’t’ – Hasselbaink names top team that won’t win title
target=_blank>He inspired me – Real Madrid’s Yan Diomande names his idol
Real Madrid forward Yan Diomande has named Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo as his football idol. Speaking to Real Madrid TV ahead of their LaLiga clash with Real Sociedad on Wednesday night, the Ivory Coast international said Ronaldo inspired him. “Cristiano Ronaldo, an idol. He is for many reasons. To begin with, his mentality, his desire to win,”
He inspired me – Real Madrid’s Yan Diomande names his idol
target=_blank>‘Private chats are being misrepresented’ — Alicia Daniella
Alicia Daniella has issued an official statement through her legal representatives as the public fallout with her estranged husband, photographer David Martins, continues. In the statement, Alicia’s lawyers firmly denied allegations that she was involved in an affair or maintained an inappropriate relationship with any third party, insisting that she has conducted herself with dignity
‘Private chats are being misrepresented’ — Alicia Daniella
target=_blank>Anambra at 35: Offodile laments erosion menace, low IGR, soaring rent, brain drain
As Anambra State marks the 35th anniversary of its creation on Thursday, an Executive Director of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Chudi Offodile, has lamented the menace of erosion and other environmental issues in the state. He also lamented the low internally generated revenue of the state, soaring house rents and brain drain,
Anambra at 35: Offodile laments erosion menace, low IGR, soaring rent, brain drain
target=_blank>2027: Investigate me — Atiku speaks on $16bn power projects scandal
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and Nigeria’s former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has denied wrongdoing in the alleged $16 billion power project scandal ahead of the 2027 general election. Atiku made the disclosure in a statement by his media team on Wednesday. DAILY POST reports that allegations of the mismanagement of $16
2027: Investigate me — Atiku speaks on $16bn power projects scandal
target=_blank>Phyna laughs at Sheggz’s silence following alleged legal notice from Bella’s lawyers
Reality TV star Phyna has thrown shade at her colleague Sheggz amid his ongoing dispute with his former girlfriend, Bella. In a viral video, Phyna appeared to mock Sheggz over his reported silence after allegedly receiving a legal letter from Bella’s legal team. Questioning his reaction, she wondered why he had not shared the documents
Phyna laughs at Sheggz’s silence following alleged legal notice from Bella’s lawyers
target=_blank> ‘If you made a mistake, own it’ — Do2dtun slams Neon Adejo
Media personality Do2dtun has weighed in on the controversy involving gospel singer Neon Adejo, photographer David Martins and Martins’ estranged wife, Alicia Daniella, criticising Adejo’s handling of the situation. In a post shared on social media, Do2dtun accused the gospel singer of attempting to belittle another man because he had an advantage in the circumstances.
‘If you made a mistake, own it’ — Do2dtun slams Neon Adejo
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