Floods Displace 470 Children, Destroy 270 Homes In Kaduna
A torrential downpour has unleashed devastating floods in Zaria, Kaduna State, displacing more than 470 children and destroying over 270 households across several communities.
The Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), alongside local government officials, confirmed the scale of destruction during a visit to the affected areas.
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Rivers Begins Transition To Democratic Governance
The Rivers State Government has officially begun the transition from emergency rule to democratic governance.
The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, announced on Saturday that an interdenominational thanksgiving service would hold on Sunday at the Ecumenical Centre, Abonima Wharf Road, Port Harcourt.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s imminent return is expected to mark the completion of the process, with Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) named as Special Guest of Honour.
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Emir Sanusi: Nigeria Has Not Been Fortunate With Leaders
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said Nigeria has not been fortunate with quality leadership for many years.
Speaking on Saturday, the first-class monarch described past leaders as “lousy,” adding that the nation would have been bankrupt if not for the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government.
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Gbajabiamila Praises Tinubu’s Subsidy Removal
The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has described President Bola Tinubu’s removal of fuel subsidy as an act of “extraordinary statesmanship.”
Speaking at the 2025 Southern Summit of former legislators in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Gbajabiamila said the decision was not made with elections in mind but for Nigeria’s long-term economic survival.
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IPMAN Orders Members To Register With Dangote Refinery
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has directed members yet to register with the Dangote Refinery to do so ahead of the refinery’s commencement of direct fuel supply on Monday.
In a memo to zonal and depot chairmen, IPMAN President, Alhaji Abubakar Maigandi, instructed members to complete the registration process immediately.
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12,000 Doctors Begin Five-Day Nationwide Strike
Healthcare services across the country have been disrupted as 12,000 resident doctors, under the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), began a five-day warning strike yesterday.
The striking doctors form part of the country’s 56,000 registered medical practitioners.
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FCCPC Recovers ₦10 Billion For Aggrieved Consumers
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says it recovered over ₦10 billion for aggrieved consumers between March and August 2025.
The Director of Corporate Affairs disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, highlighting that the funds were recovered across several key sectors of the Nigerian economy.
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National Grid Collapses Again, Power Supply Drops
Nigeria suffered another national grid collapse on Saturday, disrupting power supply to homes and businesses.
Electricity generation, which stood at 2,917.83 megawatts by 11 a.m., dropped to just 1.5 megawatts an hour later, according to industry data.
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Building Collapse In Lagos Leaves Many Trapped
A three-storey building under construction collapsed on Friday night at 333 Borno Street, Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos State.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in a statement on Saturday, confirmed the incident occurred at about 8:30 p.m., leaving several people trapped under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing.
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One Dead, Nine Injured In Lagos-Ibadan Road Crash
A road accident at New Garage, inward Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, has claimed the life of one person, while nine others sustained injuries.
Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Public Education Officer, Route Commander Oluwadamilola Jayeola, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Saturday in Lagos.
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Rivers State Moves From Emergency Rule To Democratic Governance
The Rivers State Government has announced the transition from emergency rule to democratic governance.
Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, said in a statement on Saturday that an interdenominational thanksgiving service would hold on Sunday at the Ecumenical Centre, Port Harcourt.
Stakeholders, including local government chairmen, security heads, traditional rulers, and industry leaders, are expected at the event. Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) was named Special Guest of Honour.
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APC Chair Says South-South, South-East Governors Back Tinubu’s Second Term
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, says governors from the South-South and South-East have abandoned their parties to support President Bola Tinubu’s second term bid.
Speaking at the party’s 12th Expanded Stakeholders’ Meeting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Yilwatda, represented by Deputy National Chairman South, Emma Eneukwu, said the governors were attracted by Tinubu’s character and leadership style.
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Ex-Kogi Deputy Governor Accuses Yahaya Bello Of Betrayal
Former Kogi State Deputy Governor, Edward Onoja, has accused ex-Governor Yahaya Bello of betraying him after promising he would succeed him.
In an interview with Channels Television on Saturday, Onoja said Bello assured him of the governorship in 2019 but later picked Usman Ododo as his successor.
Onoja, who served as Deputy Governor from 2019 to 2024, expressed disappointment over the broken promise.
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Court Declares Plateau Lawmaker Wanted Over ₦73.6m Fraud
A Federal High Court in Abuja has declared Plateau State lawmaker, Adamu Aliyu, wanted over alleged fraud involving ₦73.6 million.
Justice Emeka Nwite issued the order after considering an application by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
Aliyu allegedly defrauded businessman Mohammed Jidda through a fake TETFund contract award letter at the University of Jos.
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Falana Accuses FG, Akpabio Of Undermining Rule Of Law
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has accused the Federal Government and Senate President Godswill Akpabio of disobeying court orders.
In a statement on Saturday, Falana said disregard for judgments was eroding democracy and pushing the country towards chaos.
He urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend his vacation and address what he called the “descent into anarchy.”
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Peter Obi’s Meeting With Jonathan Not Political – Obidient Movement
The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has clarified that former presidential candidate Peter Obi did not meet ex-President Goodluck Jonathan to seek political support.
Speaking on Saturday, Tanko said the closed-door meeting was about national issues, noting that the two men had held similar discussions privately in the past.
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Soludo’s Wife Challenges Ekwunife To DNA Tests, Public Oath
First Lady of Anambra State, Nonye Soludo, has dared APC deputy governorship candidate, Senator Uche Ekwunife, to a DNA test and public oath over allegations against her family.
In a statement on Saturday, Soludo described Ekwunife’s claims as malicious, warning of legal action if they are not withdrawn within 72 hours.
She also challenged Ekwunife to a fidelity oath in a cathedral and proposed DNA tests for both families in London hospitals.
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American Rapper DDG Announces Plan To Relocate To Lagos
American rapper Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., popularly known as DDG, says he plans to relocate from Los Angeles to Lagos, Nigeria.
The rapper, currently in a custody battle with ex-partner Halle Bailey over their son, Halo, expressed frustration with life in Los Angeles.
On X, DDG wrote: “I’m so tired of living in LA. I can’t wait til I move to Lagos, Nigeria.”
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BBNaija Winner Phyna Buries Sister In Ogun State
Big Brother Naija star, Phyna, has buried her younger sister, Ruth Otabor, weeks after a road accident claimed her life.
Ruth was hit by a Dangote truck near Auchi Polytechnic on August 13, sustaining severe injuries before dying on August 31.
The burial in Ogun State was attended by family, friends, and ex-BBNaija housemates, including Christy O and Groovy.
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Arteta Praises Madueke After Arsenal’s 3-0 Win
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hailed Noni Madueke’s performance in their 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Speaking after the match, Arteta described the winger’s display as “exceptional,” noting that five summer recruits featured in the game.
Martin Zubimendi scored twice to secure the win, leaving Arsenal with nine points from four fixtures in the Premier League.