Sowore Accuses Tinubu of Possible Ebola Exploitation Ahead of 2027 Elections Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, has accused President Bola Tinubu of potentially exploiting Nigeria’s reported Ebola case to suppress voter turnout. Sowore, in a statement titled “The Ebola Disease: Why Nigerians Must Not Panic But Must Ask Political Questions,” urged Nigerians to remain vigilant against attempts to use a public health emergency to restrict democratic participation. He also questioned Nigeria’s disease surveillance system and communication with Ugandan authorities following the confirmation of a Bundibugyo virus disease case in the Federal Capital…
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Umahi Urges Nigerians to Support Tinubu’s Second-Term Bid, Cites Infrastructure Projects The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid, citing the administration’s infrastructure development drive and economic reforms. Umahi made the appeal on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, during a town hall meeting at the Coronation Hall in Kano State, ahead of the commissioning of major road projects scheduled for Wednesday, October 21. The minister also called on residents of Kano State to support Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s second-term ambition, praising his leadership, commitment to peace and unity, and efforts to promote development…
APC Begs Nigerians to Give Tinubu Second Chance in 2027 The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appealed to Nigerians to give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu another four-year mandate in the 2027 presidential election, promising to campaign on the achievements of his administration rather than engage in personal attacks against political opponents. The Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, made this known on Tuesday in Abuja after meeting with President Tinubu at the State House. Yari, a former governor of Zamfara State, was accompanied by the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, to brief the president on preparations…
Finance Minister Oyedele Pays Tribute To Fasoranti, Describes Him As Symbol Of Accountability The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has paid tribute to Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the late Afenifere leader and elder statesman, whose life and public service spanned a century. Oyedele said Fasoranti’s commitment to integrity, principle, and responsible leadership earned him a distinguished place in Nigeria’s political and public service history. The minister particularly highlighted the late elder statesman’s contributions as Commissioner for Finance in the old Ondo State under the leadership of Chief Michael Ajasin, describing his record as a benchmark…
FG Welcomes Chinese Navy Hospital Ship, Says Medical Outreach Will Strengthen Nigeria-China Health Ties The Federal Government has welcomed the planned medical outreach by the Chinese Navy Hospital Ship, Ark of Peace (Hull 868), describing the initiative as a significant step towards strengthening bilateral health cooperation and improving access to healthcare services in Nigeria. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, expressed appreciation to the Government of the People’s Republic of China, the Chinese diplomatic mission and other stakeholders for facilitating the proposed visit. Pate said the initiative would deepen Nigeria-China relations while creating opportunities…
FG Confirms Ebola Case In FCT, Activates Emergency Public Health Response The Federal Government has confirmed one case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), prompting the activation of public health response measures to contain the infection and prevent further spread. The case was laboratory-confirmed on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, involving a woman who recently arrived in Nigeria on an international flight from Uganda. According to a statement issued by the Federal Government, the patient was admitted to a private hospital in the FCT, where she received medical care for several days before the diagnosis was confirmed. She…
UK, Nigeria Renew Commitment To Strengthening Defence And Security Cooperation The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening defence and security cooperation with Nigeria, with emphasis on military training, professional military education, technology transfer and institutional capacity building. The commitment was reiterated when the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Pete Vowles, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede, at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja. During the visit, Vowles expressed appreciation for the longstanding political, diplomatic and military relations between both countries, describing defence and security cooperation as a key pillar of…
Nigeria Customs Records Six Major Seizures In Joint Border Security Operation With Benin The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded six significant seizure cases and detained four suspects during Operation GEOCONTROL, a joint border security initiative aimed at combating smuggling and strengthening intelligence-led enforcement along the Benin–Nigeria border corridor. The operation, conducted from 29 June to 8 July 2026, was implemented under the World Customs Organisation (WCO)–Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Joint Project, bringing together the NCS and the Benin Directorate General of Customs to tackle illicit cross-border activities. The initiative focused on strengthening border surveillance, identifying smuggling hotspots and…
Customs Inaugurates WCO Mentoring Mission to Boost Anti-Money Laundering Efforts The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has inaugurated a four-week mentoring mission by the World Customs Organisation (WCO) to strengthen its capacity to detect and disrupt illicit financial flows, money laundering and the financing of terrorism. The inauguration took place on Monday, 19 October 2026, at the NCS Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, under the theme, “Strengthening Nigeria Customs Service Capabilities to Effectively Detect and Disrupt Illicit Financial Flows.” Funded by the United States Department of State, the mission runs from 18 October to 13 November 2026. It will feature visits to…
EFCC Investigates Businesswoman Over Alleged N8.2m Job Scam in Enugu The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced investigations into a 45-year-old businesswoman, Stella Ezinne Egotanwa, over allegations that she defrauded 21 individuals of N8.29 million under the pretext of securing employment for them at Neo Psychiatric Hospital in Enugu State. The EFCC disclosed this in a press release issued by its Enugu Zonal Directorate, stating that the suspect allegedly collected the money from the victims between December 28, 2025, and June 30, 2026. According to the Commission, Egotanwa was arrested on July 30, 2026, by operatives of the…