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WorldSep 16Kenya: First World Athletics Championships to be held in AfricaFor the first time, the World Athletics Championships will be held on the African continent, with Kenya set to host the event in 2029. World Athletics President Sebastian Coe described Kenya's bid as "convincing and moving". Our Nairobi correspondent Bastien Renouil has the details.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 16‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power MinisterBy Folarin Kehinde, Abuja The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, on Wednesday said some Nigerians had asked him to “slow down” the improvement in electricity supply because, according to him, their freezers were now working continuously. Tegbe made the statement in Abuja while speaking at the commissioning of the 3-megawatt solar hybrid power project at […] The post ‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power Minister appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 16DR Congo: Protests against plan to change the constitutionIn DR Congo, the C64 opposition coalition took to the streets of Kinshasa as the country's parliament returned for a new session. Its members have been opposing a proposed constitutional change backed by the ruling majority for several months. Report by Aurélie Bazzara-Kibangula.France 24 [en]
HealthSep 16WHO sees 'encouraging signs' in DR Congo Ebola response but says outbreak 'far from over'France 24 [en]
ConflictSep 16Troops rescue 31 kidnapped victims in Katsina, KebbiBy Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 31 kidnapped victims, neutralised two suspected terrorists and arrested two others in separate operations in Katsina and Kebbi states. The operations were conducted on September 14 and 15, 2026, according to the Media Information Officer of the operation, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja. Danja said the […] The post Troops rescue 31 kidnapped victims in Katsina, Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 16Electricity: ‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power ministerMinister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, on Wednesday said some Nigerians had asked him to “slow down” with the improvement in electricity supply because, according to him, their freezers were now working continuously. The post Electricity: ‘Nigerians tell me to slow down, freezers are freezing’ — Power minister appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldSep 16Sokoto mosque attack: Asada questions committee’s impartialityBy Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto A fresh controversy has emerged over the 14-member advisory committee constituted by the Sokoto State Government to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack on Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa and the subsequent death of his alleged attacker at the Lukuwa Jumu’at Mosque in Mabera, Sokoto metropolis. The controversy followed concerns raised by […] The post Sokoto mosque attack: Asada questions committee’s impartiality appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterSep 16Driver Trapped In Multiple-Vehicle Crash On Otedola BridgeThe fresh incident comes barely a day after a separate multiple-vehicle crash at Kara Bridge triggered prolonged gridlock on the same expressway. The post Driver Trapped In Multiple-Vehicle Crash On Otedola Bridge appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
DisasterSep 16Driver Trapped In Multiple-Vehicle Crash On OtedolaThe fresh incident comes barely a day after a separate multiple-vehicle crash at Kara Bridge triggered prolonged gridlock on the same expressway. The post Driver Trapped In Multiple-Vehicle Crash On Otedola appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldSep 16Yobe Police arrest 240 suspects, secure 198 convictionsBy Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman, Damaturu The Yobe State Police Command has arrested 240 suspects and secured 198 convictions in various criminal cases between July and September 2026, the Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, has said. Jibrin disclosed this on Tuesday in Damaturu while briefing journalists on the command’s operational activities in the state. According […] The post Yobe Police arrest 240 suspects, secure 198 convictions appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterSep 16At least 82 people killed in Sudan gold mine collapseVanguard Nigeria
Sci & TechSep 16FG commissions 3MW hybrid mini-grid project in Abuja varsityAn official also disclosed that the government is establishing a national call centre to receive and resolve electricity complaints across the country. The post FG commissions 3MW hybrid mini-grid project in Abuja varsity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsSep 16Supreme Court dismisses appeal, ends Gabam SDP disputeBy Henry Umoru, Abuja The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal arising from the prolonged legal dispute over the leadership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), effectively ending the litigation involving the party’s former National Chairman, Shehu Gabam. Counsel to the SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo, disclosed this to journalists after the apex court’s judgment. Adebayo, […] The post Supreme Court dismisses appeal, ends Gabam SDP dispute appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterSep 16Djibouti calls for assistance as thousands of Yemenis flee to countryAl Jazeera [en]
WorldSep 16Edouard Mendy set to retire from Senegal duty after 59 capsAfter 59 appearances for Senegal, Edouard Mendy could be saying goodbye to international football. According to Senegalese outlet Taggat, the 34-year-old goalkeeper has reportedly told incoming head coach Patrick Vieira that he intends to retire from international duty.Africanews [en]
WorldSep 16Tinubu mourns veteran actor Olu JacobsPresident Tinubu described Mr Jacobs, who died on Wednesday at 84, as one of Nigeria's most distinguished actors and a towering figure whose remarkable career spanned theatre, television and film globally. The post Tinubu mourns veteran actor Olu Jacobs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldSep 16NSCDC Arrests 13 Over Cable Vandalism, Car Theft, TraffickingStolen cables worth over ₦350 million, an AK-47 rifle, ammunition and other items were recovered during the operations. The post NSCDC Arrests 13 Over Cable Vandalism, Car Theft, Trafficking appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BusinessSep 16How my decision delayed telcos’ entry into Nigeria’s financial space — Sanusi LamidoMr Sanusi said he could identify three areas where he would have acted differently, but disclosed only one of them during the discussion. The post How my decision delayed telcos’ entry into Nigeria’s financial space — Sanusi Lamido appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsSep 16Côte d’Ivoire-Guinea: behind the scenes of the reunion between Ouattara and DoumbouyaLe président guinéen a séjourné à Abidjan du 11 au 14 septembre où il s’est entretenu avec son homologue ivoirien. Sécurité frontalière, monnaie commune, opposants en exil… Plusieurs dossiers sensibles ont été évoqués lors de leur tête-à-tête.Jeune Afrique
BusinessSep 16Sterling Holdings appoints Jaiyeola, Ikwudinma as Sterling Bank’s directorsThe company also disclosed the retirement of the bank’s directors following the expiration of their respective tenures. The post Sterling Holdings appoints Jaiyeola, Ikwudinma as Sterling Bank’s directors appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DisasterBreakingSep 16Sudan gold mine collapse kills dozens as search for missing continuesRFI [en]
PoliticsSep 162027: Ex-VON DG asks Tinubu to ignore APC governors’ concerns, embrace Wike’s Rainbow CoalitionOsita Okechukwu alleged that some APC governors lacked the capacity to mobilise voters in their states for Tinubu. The post 2027: Ex-VON DG asks Tinubu to ignore APC governors’ concerns, embrace Wike’s Rainbow Coalition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsSep 16Anambra debt controversy: Presidency dares Peter Obi to quit presidential raceObi, had earlier claimed his administration cleared more than N35 billion in historical gratuities and arrears and left office without outstanding salary, pension or gratuity obligations. The post Anambra debt controversy: Presidency dares Peter Obi to quit presidential race appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessSep 16Airlines blame airport congestion, weather for flight delaysThe airline operators spoke after the NCAA reported that about 60 per cent of domestic flights were delayed in August, citing airport congestion, infrastructure gaps and weather as major factors behind the disruptions. The post Airlines blame airport congestion, weather for flight delays appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
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