insert_link Crime OPERATION WHIRL STROKE FOILS PIPELINE VANDALISM IN BENUE, ARRESTS 18-YEAR-OLD SUSPECT Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation WHIRL STROKE, have foiled a pipeline vandalism attempt and arrested an 18-year-old suspect in Gou community, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. The suspect, identified as Aondoyima Agber, was apprehended during an intelligence-led fighting patrol conducted by troops in response to reports of criminal activities targeting oil infrastructure in the area. PATROL INTERCEPTS SUSPECT TRANSPORTING VANDALIZED PIPELINE In an official statement, […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link News FORMER DELTA STATE GOVERNOR EMMANUEL UDUAGHAN DIES AT 71 Former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has passed away at the age of 71 following a brief illness. His passing was officially confirmed in a family statement issued on behalf of the family by Toju Andre Uduaghan. The former governor died three days shy of his 72nd birthday. "Rest well, our beloved Father, Brother, and Uncle. Your memory will forever remain in our hearts, and your […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link Education OGUN SHUTS SCHOOLS IN IJEBU-ODE, AGO-IWOYE, AND IJEBU-IGBO AS OVER 100 PUPILS ARE HOSPITALISED AFTER TOXIC GAS EMISSION The Ogun State Government has ordered the immediate closure of several secondary schools across Ijebu-Ode, Ago-Iwoye, and Ijebu-Igbo following a recurring toxic gas leakage that left over 100 pupils hospitalised. The incident occurred at approximately 10:00 AM on Wednesday, when students and staff suddenly experienced severe respiratory distress, with dozens fainting within school premises. Among the worst-hit institutions are Ijebu-Igbo Girls Grammar School and Anglican Girls Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode. EMERGENCY […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link News PUBLIC OUTCRY AS INEC FACES SCRUTINY OVER DELAY IN PUBLISHING FULL 2027 VOTERS’ REGISTER The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has come under intense public scrutiny following growing concerns from civil society groups and political stakeholders over delays in publishing the full digital voter register online ahead of the 2027 general elections. The electoral body recently announced that total registered voters nationwide have surpassed 103 million following administrative updates. However, election observers emphasize that timely access to the downloadable, searchable register is vital for […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link Football SUPER FALCONS DROP SEVEN PLACES TO 43RD IN LATEST FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD RANKINGS Nigeria’s senior national women’s football team, the Super Falcons, have dropped seven places to 43rd in the latest FIFA Women's World Rankings. According to the official ranking update released by world football governing body FIFA, the ten-time African champions suffered a significant slip after losing 83.54 ranking points, falling from their previous global position of 36th. SLUMP ATTRIBUTED TO INCONSISTENT FORM; CONTINENTAL TOP SPOT RETAINED The drop follows a challenging […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link Health GHANA HEIGHTENS AIRPORT EBOLA SURVEILLANCE OVER RISKS FROM KENYA AND NIGERIA The Ministry of Health of Ghana has announced a major enhancement of health screening and surveillance protocols across point-of-entry facilities, including Kotoka International Airport in Accra, following confirmed Ebola cases in Kenya and Nigeria. The precautionary measures aim to mitigate the threat of cross-border transmission driven by frequent regional flights and high passenger traffic between West and East Africa. REGIONAL OUTBREAK CONCERNS AND ENFORCED PROTOCOLS Health authorities noted that the […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link National HOUSE OF REPS URGES MINISTRY OF WORKS TO REVIEW LAGOS-CALABAR COASTAL HIGHWAY. The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Ministry of Works to review the proposed realignment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and maintain the project’s original plan. The lawmakers expressed concern that changes to the route could affect connectivity and economic development in coastal communities, calling for an independent assessment of the engineering requirements, environmental impact, social consequences and total cost of the project. As part of its resolutions, the […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link Entertainment BRODA SHAGGI RECOUNTS STRAY BULLET ORDEAL. Nigerian comedian and actor, SAMUEL PERRY, popularly known as BRODA SHAGGI, has recounted his near-death experience after being hit by a stray bullet on March 9, 2026. In a video shared on his YouTube page, BRODA SHAGGI revealed that the incident happened shortly after he and his team finished a brand activation and were leaving the location. He added that the injury made him fear that he might not be […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link News GALATASARAY BEAT LILLE 4-2 IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Galatasaray have defeated Lille 4-2 to claim their first three points of the 2026 UEFA Champions League campaign. Galatasaray took an early lead through YUNUS AKGUN in the second minute, however, Lille fought back as SORIBA DIAOUNE scored twice in the seventh and 39th minutes. Galatasaray responded after the break, drawing level through an own goal by NABIL BEN before Osimhen scored in the 61st minute to seal the victory. […] todayOctober 22, 2026
insert_link National PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU CELEBRATES KWANKWASO AT 70. President BOLA TINUBU has congratulated former Kano State Governor and vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), RABIU KWANKWASO, on his 70th birthday. In a birthday message issued by his spokesperson, BAYO ONANUGA, President TINUBU described KWANKWASO as a longtime associate, recalling that their relationship began in 1992 when both served in the National Assembly. The President also recalled their role in founding the All Progressives Congress in […] todayOctober 22, 2026
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