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Disaster averted as 33,000-litre ethanol tanker falls in Lagos
A major disaster was averted after a truck conveying 33,000 litres of ethanol fell at the Second Rainbow Bridge in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos, with no casualties.

UBEC targets 29 million children in $552m World Bank educational programme
The Universal Basic Education Commission says a $552.18m World Bank grant will target 29 million children and 500,000 teachers across Nigeria.

The Corporate Affairs Commission has set a December 1, 2026 deadline for insolvency practitioners to renew their accreditation or face automatic suspension

Zelensky accuses Putin of disrespecting Trump after latest attacks
Ukrainian President Zelensky accuses Putin of disrespecting Donald Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ after a new wave of deadly Russian missile strikes hit Kyiv.

NAF recovers more components from Ondo crash site
The Nigerian Air Force has recovered additional components from its ATR 42-500 aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, during ongoing operations.

Police arrest four with human skull, hands intended for money rituals
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested four men in two separate incidents for possessing a human skull and hands allegedly intended for money rituals.

VIDEO: Adeleke heads to Abuja for inauguration of APC 2027 campaign council
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has departed for Abuja for the inauguration of the APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council at the Presidential Villa.

Army commander honours retiring soldiers after 35 years of service
The Commander of the Infantry Corps, Maj Gen GM Mutkut, has honoured soldiers retiring from the Nigerian Army after 35 years of meritorious service.

Carrick reacts to Martinez’s criticism of Man Utd hierarchy
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has declined to comment on Lisandro Martinez’s criticism of the club’s leadership over summer transfers.

A human rights lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi, has faulted Senate President Godswill Akpabio for insisting on jail terms for survivors of suicide attempts.

Abia reviews policy framework for senior citizens’ welfare
The Abia State Government has reviewed the draft policy framework for implementing its Senior Citizens Centre Law to protect and promote the welfare of res

New ECOWAS court president pledges timely justice, others
Justice Charlyne Brumskine of Liberia has been elected the new President of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, pledging to ensure timely justice.

Oyo APC, APM trade words over destruction of Alli’s billboards 
The APC in Oyo State has accused supporters of the APM governorship candidate of vandalising Senator Sharafadeen Alli’s billboards in Ibadan.

How to apply for Germany long-stay visas online – Official
Germany has outlined the steps for applying for selected long-stay visas, including student and EU Blue Card visas, through its new online portal.

Fuel shortage triggers queues on resort island Bali
A fuel shortage in Bali, caused by supply disruptions, has triggered long queues at petrol stations, forcing tourists to cancel plans and wait hours for fu

Yamal, Guler lead Europe’s top chance creators in 2026
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid’s Arda Guler have emerged as Europe’s top chance creators for the 2026-27 season, according to new statistics.

African cocoa, coffee farmers face possible exclusion from EU market, group warns
An African farmers’ group warns that up to 40% of smallholder cocoa farmers could be excluded from the EU market due to new deforestation regulations.

IMF advises Nigeria against restoring blanket petrol subsidy
The IMF has advised Nigeria against restoring blanket petrol subsidy, urging the government to instead channel support towards vulnerable citizens.

2027: Atiku promises affordable living, urges Nigerians to collect PVCs
Atiku Abubakar has criticised the rising cost of living under Tinubu, promising to make life affordable and restore security if elected president in 2027.

[JUST IN] Ondo crash: Aiyedatiwa orders river fumigation, health kits for residents
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has ordered the fumigation of the Igbokoda River and distribution of health kits following the NAF aircraft crash.

A coalition has described the petrol discount offered by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited as a welcome intervention to ease financial burden

Netflix secures broadcast rights for 2030 FIFA World Cup
Netflix has acquired exclusive broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, and will broadcast all 104 matches of the tournament.

I hope Yamal wins Ballon d’Or, big trophies at Barcelona – Leão
Galatasaray winger Rafael Leão expresses his admiration for Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, hoping the young forward wins the Ballon d’Or and major trophies.

Air India flight diverted after hijack rumour, bomb threat alert
An Air India flight from Frankfurt to New Delhi was diverted to Jaipur on Wednesday following a security alert linked to a hijack rumour and bomb threat.

Eto’o, others eye CAF presidency as Motsepe faces growing pressure — Report
CAF President Patrice Motsepe is facing growing pressure, with officials reportedly losing trust and potential challengers like Samuel Eto’o emerging.

Man United defender Martínez blames club hierarchy after Atlético defeat
Man United defender Lisandro Martínez has criticised the club’s hierarchy for failing to strengthen the squad after their 2-0 Champions League loss to Atlé

2027: Obidients caution Wike over electoral interference in Tinubu campaign role
The Obidient Movement has warned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike against interfering in the 2027 elections after he declared himself Tinubu’s campaign leader.

Osun Accord candidates back Adeleke, promise votes for Tinubu
Accord National and State House of Assembly candidates in Osun State have declared support for Governor Ademola Adeleke and pledged to mobilise votes for P

Saudi man arrested over hidden recorder at OpenAI office
A Saudi national employed by OpenAI has been arrested after allegedly planting a sophisticated recording device inside one of the company’s San Francisco o

Adeleke urges FG, states to prioritise jobs, production
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has urged the Federal Government and states to prioritise policies that promote production and create jobs to ease ha