insert_link News TENS OF THOUSANDS IN INDIA PROTEST, DEMAND RESIGNATION OF CHIEF ELECTION COMMISSIONER OVER VOTER LIST CONTROVERSY Tens of thousands today gathered in Delhi for a rally demanding the resignation of India's chief election commissioner, GYANESH KUMAR over a controversial revision of voter lists. Organised by the opposition INDIA bloc and led by Rahul Gandhi's Congress party, the protest drew many of the alliance's most prominent leaders in a show of strength against Prime Minister NARENDRA MODI'S government. The Protesters waved flags, chanting "Save the vote, save the country" and " give up power", to drive home […] todayNovember 1, 2026
insert_link News GOVERNOR OTTI WARNS SUPPORTERS AGAINST DISRUPTING OPPOSITION CAMPAIGNS Abia State Governor, ALEX OTTI, has cautioned his supporters against interfering with opposition parties' political activities, stressing the need to guarantee all political groups the freedom to campaign across the state. Addressing supporters at the flag-off of the 2027 Labour Party campaign in Umuahia, OTTI maintained that opposition parties should have access to public facilities, including the stadium, provided they obtained the required approvals and made the necessary payments. He also revealed that security agencies had been instructed to arrest […] todayNovember 1, 2026
insert_link News APC URGES INEC TO STICK TO ELECTION TIMETABLE The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to strictly observe its announced schedule for the 2027 general elections, maintaining that electoral regulations should be applied uniformly to all political parties. The party's National Chairman, Professor NENTAWE YILWATDA, made the appeal while hosting a pre-election fact-finding delegation from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, where he emphasised the importance of ensuring a transparent, fair […] todayNovember 1, 2026
insert_link National SERAP CALLS FOR INVESTIGATION INTO SUSPECTED AI-GENERATED PHOTOS IN VOTERS’ REGISTER A rights group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked President BOLA TINUBU to direct the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), VINCENT OLATUNJI, to investigate suspected artificial intelligence (AI)-generated photographs and other questionable records in the preliminary Register of Voters published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a letter dated October 31, 2026, and signed by its Deputy Director, KOLAWOLE OLUWADARE, SERAP also wants the NDPC to determine […] todayNovember 1, 2026
insert_link News ARSENAL WINS EARLY ADVANTAGE AGAINST LIVERPOOL AT ANFIELD Arsenal took an early 1-0 lead against Liverpool at Anfield in their highly anticipated Premier League encounter today. Striker KAI HAVERTZ broke the deadlock in the 16th minute, converting a direct assist from midfielder DECLAN RICE after a defensive error by goalkeeper ALISSON BECKER. Despite missing key attacking player BUKAYO SAKA, MIKEL ARTETA'S injury-hit side started the encounter with attacking intent. The ongoing clash sees both teams seeking to strengthen their positions near the top of the Premier League standings. todayNovember 1, 2026
insert_link Entertainment DAVIDO PREDICTS GLOBAL SUCCESS FOR PROPOSED TOUR WITH WIZKID Afrobeats singer, DAVIDO has admitted that a joint tour with colleague, WIZKID would sell out venues worldwide. DAVIDO, who made the statement during an appearance on a show while discussing the possibility of recording music and touring with his colleague, revealed he would also demand $500,000 for each show.. He, however, expressed uncertainty about whether a joint song with WIZKID would become a hit, citing the collaboration between D’BANJ and 2BABA as an example, which he said failed to produce […] todayNovember 1, 2026
insert_link Business World’s Largest Crypto Heist: Binance Halts Withdrawals After Record $6.3 Billion Cyberattack Binance has suspended withdrawals on multiple networks after hackers drained approximately $6.36 billion across nine blockchains. Read the full details on the largest crypto theft in history on Urban Radio. In what forensic blockchain investigators are calling the largest cyber theft in history, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has suspended all platform deposits and withdrawals following a massive breach that resulted in over $6.3 billion in stolen digital assets. The attack unfolded across ten major blockchain networks, including Ethereum, […] todayOctober 30, 2026
insert_link Football Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Draw: Complete Fixtures & Fourth-Round Highlights The 2026/27 Carabao Cup quarter-final draw has been completed. Liverpool face Bournemouth, holders Manchester City host Bradford, and giant-killers Fleetwood Town await Newcastle or Everton. The path to Wembley Stadium is taking shape following the completion of the Carabao Cup quarter-final draw on Wednesday night. Conducted live on Sky Sports by former professional players Conor Coady and Graeme Le Saux, the draw set up a mix of high-stakes Premier League showdowns and intriguing David-vs-Goliath encounters. Confirmed Quarter-Final Fixtures All quarter-final […] todayOctober 29, 2026
insert_link Business Tech Evolution: Google Wallet and Google Pay Officially Launch in Nigeria Google Wallet and Google Pay have officially launched in Nigeria, enabling Android and Wear OS users nationwide to make secure contactless tap-to-pay transactions and digital payments. In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s rapidly expanding financial technology ecosystem, Google Wallet—incorporating Google Pay—has officially launched nationwide, bringing advanced digital payment capabilities to millions of citizens. The rollout allows Nigerian users with Android smartphones and Wear OS smartwatch devices to access fast, seamless, and secure contactless payments for daily transactions, online purchases, and […] todayOctober 29, 2026