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BUSINESSOct 1Dangote’s $16bn Lamu refinery to cut Africa’s dependence on imported fuel — AfreximbankBy Udeme Akpan,Energy Editor The African Export-Import Bank, Afreximbank, has described the $16 billion Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals project in Lamu, Kenya, as a landmark investment capable of strengthening Africa’s energy security, retaining more value from its natural resources and reducing dependence on imported refined petroleum products.The bank made the declaration following […] The post Dangote’s $16bn Lamu refinery to cut Africa’s dependence on imported fuel — Afreximbank appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1Nigeria @66: True independence means freedom from poverty, insecurity – IPACBy Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has said Nigeria’s true independence must mean freedom from poverty, insecurity, illiteracy, disease and division, urging governments to deliver the dividends of democracy to citizens. The council, in its Independence Day message, said 66 years after gaining independence, Nigerians deserved a country where security, welfare […] The post Nigeria @66: True independence means freedom from poverty, insecurity – IPAC appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTOct 1Ethiopia: Embassy shut in Eritrea, 10 diplomats expelledDW News [en]
POLITICSOct 12027: Atiku vows to end election rigging in Nigeria, strengthen INEC independenceAtiku promised to support prompt publication of results from every polling unit and ensure electoral offenders faced the law, regardless of party affiliation. The post 2027: Atiku vows to end election rigging in Nigeria, strengthen INEC independence appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTEROct 1Mixed reactions after prominent Zimbabwe businessman dies in helicopter crashWicknell Chivayo was one of the most recognisable faces of a class of conspicuously wealthy entrepreneurs with ties to the ruling partyAfricanews [en]
DISASTEROct 1East-West Road: Oborevwori mobilises Julius BergerBy Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha ASABA — Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has mobilised Julius Berger Nigeria Plc to commence emergency remedial works on the collapsed section of the East-West Road at Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state. The section of the major highway collapsed on Tuesday following torrential rainfall, leaving […] The post East-West Road: Oborevwori mobilises Julius Berger appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1$700bn mineral: ITUC-Africa raises alarm over US–Nigeria dealBy Victor Ahiuma-Young The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has raised concerns over the Nigeria–United States critical minerals framework, warning that Nigeria must ensure its mineral wealth contributes directly to the country’s development rather than creating another form of economic dependency.In a statement by its General Secretary, Akhator Joel Odigie, […] The post $700bn mineral: ITUC-Africa raises alarm over US–Nigeria deal appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSOct 1Kenya breaks ground on $16bn refinery as environmental concerns growEast Africa is accelerating its push for greater energy independence with a new $16 billion refinery in Kenya – but the project is raising fears over the environmental cost of an expanding oil economy.RFI [en]
MILITARYOct 1Navy rescues two kidnapped victims in Akwa IbomBy Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Navy has rescued two kidnapped victims and recovered several stolen outboard engines during an operation against sea robbery and kidnapping in the Ibeno area of Akwa Ibom State. The operation was conducted on September 30, 2026, following credible intelligence on suspected sea robbers and kidnappers targeting fishermen and allegedly taking […] The post Navy rescues two kidnapped victims in Akwa Ibom appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 1A Flashy Zimbabwean Tycoon Who Befriended Presidents Dies in CrashWicknell Chivayo was riding in a helicopter with his wife when it plunged into a field. Dogged by corruption allegations, the businessman drew polarizing reactions even in death.NYT World
CONFLICTOct 1Ethiopia: Who could bring the warring sides to the negotiation table?DW News [en]
DISASTEROct 1Rivers Assembly suspends sitting over flood menace— Blames blocked canals, drainage channels By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended other legislative business to inspect flood-ravaged communities in Port Harcourt and Obio/Akpor Local Government Areas, following concerns over the worsening flood situation in the state. The decision was taken during the 55th Legislative Sitting of […] The post Rivers Assembly suspends sitting over flood menace appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 1Nigeria at 66: Our Best Days Can Still Be Ahead – Chief F. E. OjugbanaNigeria at 66 is a nation tested by many challenges, but defined by something far greater: the extraordinary resilience of its people. Through difficult times and moments of triumph, Nigerians have continued to rise, strive and believe in the promise of a better country. That enduring spirit gives me hope. Across our communities, businesses, farms, […] The post Nigeria at 66: Our Best Days Can Still Be Ahead – Chief F. E. Ojugbana appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1Obidient Movement names Moses Paul coordinator— hails Tanko’s appointment as Obi’s aideBy Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Obidient Movement has congratulated its immediate past National Coordinator, Dr Yunusa Tanko, on his appointment as Special Adviser to the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, on Northern Nigeria. The movement also announced the appointment of Dr Moses Paul as its new National Coordinator. The […] The post Obidient Movement names Moses Paul coordinator— hails Tanko’s appointment as Obi’s aide appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DISASTEROct 1Zimbabwe probes helicopter crash that killed tycoon ChivayoWicknell Chivayo, a tycoon close to the ruling ZANU-PF party known for his extravagant displays of wealth, and his wife Lucy Muteke were among the victims, family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo confirmed to ZBCAfricanews [en]
WORLDBREAKINGOct 1Bandits reportedly kidnap travellers in ImoVanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSOct 1ProTaxi begins operations in Abuja with electric vehiclesProTaxi is an initiative of Promiseland, which is focused on using innovation and technology to move ordinary people from poverty to prosperity and create opportunities for families to earn a living. The post ProTaxi begins operations in Abuja with electric vehicles appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 1I’ll Not Spend My Holidays Outside Nigeria As President, Obi SaysPeter Obi said his proposed administration would seek to build a Nigeria that is “secure, united and productive,” where public resources are deployed strictly for the public good. The post I’ll Not Spend My Holidays Outside Nigeria As President, Obi Says appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSOct 1Heirs Energy acquires additional six million shares of Seplat EnergyBy Peter Egwuatu Heirs Holdings, has acquired an additional six million shares in Seplat Energy Plc valued at £53.2 million.According to a statement filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) the shares were bought by Heirs Energies Limited, a company controlled by Tony Elumelu.The statement signed by Edith Onwuchekwa, Director, Legal/Company Secretary, of Seplat stated:” […] The post Heirs Energy acquires additional six million shares of Seplat Energy appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSOct 1Independence: Nigeria doesn’t have ambition problem — Flutterwave CEO, AgboolaThe CEO and Co-founder of Flutterwave, Olugbenga Agboola, has said Nigeria does not have an ambition problem but must move beyond dreaming to building big. The post Independence: Nigeria doesn’t have ambition problem — Flutterwave CEO, Agboola appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1October 1: Nigerians await transport relief — ADP… Says CNG needs buses, conversion centres, refuelling stations By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The National Chairman of the Action Democratic Party, ADP, Engr. Yabagi Yusuf Sani, has said Nigerians are awaiting the transport relief promised by President Bola Tinubu to take effect from October 1, 2026. Sani, in a statement issued on Thursday, said […] The post October 1: Nigerians await transport relief — ADP appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1Transport fare: FG to subsidise CNG conversion— rolls out buses in 20 universitiesBy Adesina Wahab LAGOS — The Federal Government has announced plans to subsidise the conversion of vehicles owned by university lecturers and other workers to Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, as part of efforts to reduce transportation costs on university campuses. The government also said it would deploy CNG-powered buses to selected universities, with fares capped […] The post Transport fare: FG to subsidise CNG conversion— rolls out buses in 20 universities appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1US hails Nigeria at 66, praises role in Africa’s stabilityU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has congratulated Nigeria on its 66th Independence Anniversary, describing the country as vital to Africa’s stability and economic growth. The post US hails Nigeria at 66, praises role in Africa’s stability appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSOct 1SRD grant is not keeping people out of work , evidence showsEvidence indicates that a specific grant, the SRD grant, is not preventing people from being employed. This suggests findings related to the impact of social welfare policies on labor participation.dailymaverick.co.za · South Africa
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