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WORLDOct 9South African judge awarded Nobel Peace PrizeIn tonight's programme, South African judge and human rights champion Navi Pillay has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Also in Kenya health officials in Nairobi are still racing to track dozens of people linked to the man who died from the virus earlier this week. And finally, Moroccan-British photographer Hassan Hajjaj has built a global reputation with his vibrant portraits, 40 of his iconic Rock Stars pictures are taking centre stage in Paris.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 92027: Tinubu sure of winning over 20 states – YariTHE Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has declared that President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign will be formally inaugurated on October 14 and flagged off in Kaduna on October 24, with a nationwide tour of states already approved by the Presid The post 2027: Tinubu sure of winning over 20 states – Yari appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHOct 9Controversial vaccine trial touted by RFK Jr gets go-ahead in Guinea-BissauRecommended dose of hepatitis B vaccine will be withheld from thousands of newborns by Danish researchersA controversial research trial that will withhold hepatitis B vaccines from some African newborns was given approval to move forward this week.It is a central part of the vaccine vision for Robert F Kennedy Jr, the secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and a longtime vaccine opponent.This article was amended on 13 October 2026. A previous version said CIDRAP first reported news that the research trial was approved by the Denmark ethics committee. Rolling Stone haGuardian World
POLITICSOct 9Soludo approves full implementation of 2025 ASUU agreementBy Vincent Ujumadu Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has approved the full implementation of the 2025 agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) for staff of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), effective January 2027. The university’s Public Relations Officer, Dr Harrison Madubueze, disclosed this in a statement, saying […] The post Soludo approves full implementation of 2025 ASUU agreement appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 9Abiodun family awards over N100m scholarships to 831 indigent studentsThe scholarships were awarded under the Gbemiga Abiodun Memorial Education Support Programme, an initiative established to sustain the humanitarian legacy of the governor’s late son The post Abiodun family awards over N100m scholarships to 831 indigent students appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDOct 9Africa Cup of Nations may stay as a biennial event, says CAF chief MotsepeCAF had declared the Africa Cup of Nations would be held every four years, but may reverse that decision.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 9Court Of Appeal Upholds El-Rufai’s Bail DenialThe development comes days after Justice Darious Khobo of the Kaduna State High Court rejected El-Rufai’s bail and recusal applications. The post Court Of Appeal Upholds El-Rufai’s Bail Denial appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSOct 9Court gives Abba Kyari, others final chance to file defence witnesses’ list in cocaine trialThe judge warned Mr Kyari and his co-defendants that failure to comply could lead to a premature closure of their defence in the cocaine trial. The post Court gives Abba Kyari, others final chance to file defence witnesses’ list in cocaine trial appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 9Alleged Mad Man Comment: Wike asks INEC to sanction Amaechi over inciting, inflammatory remarksMr Amaechi, the ADC vice-presidential candidate, reportedly said during the party’s town hall meeting in Benin City on Thursday that only mad people and thieves would vote for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The post Alleged Mad Man Comment: Wike asks INEC to sanction Amaechi over inciting, inflammatory remarks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTEROct 9Truck crushes Ondo VIO official to death, driver arrestedBy Dayo Johnson, Akure A 35-year-old Vehicle Inspection Officer (VIO), Adediji Sesan, has been crushed to death by a vehicle along Hospital Road, opposite Mega Primary School, Akure, the Ondo State capital. The driver of the vehicle, identified as 37-year-old Ayoade Idowu, has been arrested and detained by the police in connection with the incident. […] The post Truck crushes Ondo VIO official to death, driver arrested appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 9INEC begins voters’ register display, PVC distribution in BornoBy Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Borno State has commenced the display of the voters’ register and distribution of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) across the state’s 27 local government areas. The Head of Voter Education and Publicity in the state, Ibrahim Shuaibu, said the display of the register and distribution […] The post INEC begins voters’ register display, PVC distribution in Borno appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSOct 9Nigeria Doesn’t Have Enough Crude For Dangote Refinery And Local Production, Says OyedeleHis comment came amid calls for the return of fuel subsidy. Opposition figures have announced different proposals, including a production subsidy for refineries in the country. The post Nigeria Doesn’t Have Enough Crude Oil To Service Dangote Refinery, Says Oyedele appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSOct 9Atiku asks Tinubu to “step down” over economic hardship, says 30-day petrol discount exposes policy failure“Bola, 30 days cannot erase three and a half years of hardship. Nigerians have heard your excuses and endured your failed promises. They are ready to judge your record. After this latest admission of failure, the honourable thing to do is step down. Nigerians deserve a government that will do the work and make life affordable again." The post Atiku asks Tinubu to “step down” over economic hardship, says 30-day petrol discount exposes policy failure appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 9Atiku’s attacks on Tinubu, signs of political depression — KeyamoBy Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, on Friday night launched a blistering critique against former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing the opposition leader’s recent verbal broadsides against President Bola Tinubu as symptoms of “agitated depression” fueled by political defeat. In a statement, Keyamo argued that Atiku’s ongoing hostility […] The post Atiku’s attacks on Tinubu, signs of political depression — Keyamo appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 92027 election ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‌‍‍‌⁠⁠​‌​a rescue mission for Nigerians says Atiku”This election is a rescue mission, and every Nigerian with a PVC has a part to play. Let us urge them to dust off their PVCs and use them. The post 2027 election ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‌‍‍‌⁠⁠​‌​a rescue mission for Nigerians says Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 9My wife knew I dated actresses, still fed them — Yinka QuadriThe veteran actor spoke about marriage, infidelity and the sacrifices behind his decades-long career in the film industry. The post My wife knew I dated actresses, still fed them — Yinka Quadri appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 92027: PVC collection begins in AbujaBy Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC on Friday began issuing Permanent Voter Cards PVCs to recently registered voters in Abuja, ahead of the 2027 general election. At the Government Secondary School in Area 10, Garki, INEC officials were on ground to issue the cards, but the turnout was thin. The centre […] The post 2027: PVC collection begins in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 9DRC: Kabila settles scores with Tshisekedi and maintains mystery about his intentionsL’ex-président congolais s’est une nouvelle fois exprimé, le 9 octobre, pour attaquer le bilan de son successeur tout en promettant, « dans les heures, les jours et les semaines à venir », d’annoncer des actions concrètes pour « sauver » le pays.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSOct 92027: Makinde Campaign woos Bode George, Lagos leaders— Seeks support for APM governorship candidate By Henry Obetta The Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) has begun consultations with prominent leaders in Lagos State to rally support for the party’s presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections. The delegation, led by the South-West Campaign Coordinator, Mr Eddy […] The post 2027: Makinde Campaign woos Bode George, Lagos leaders appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 9Appeal court reschedules SERAP’s appeals against SSS N100m defamation judgementThe Court of Appeal set a new date after realising that one of the two appeals against the SSS N100 million defamation judgement was not ready for hearing. The post Appeal court reschedules SERAP’s appeals against SSS N100m defamation judgement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSOct 9PVC Collection: INEC absence sparks anger in Abia, low turnout in Ebonyi— Enugu begins exercise, urges voters to verify register By Steve Oko, Jeff Agbodo & Chinedu Adonu The commencement of Permanent Voter Card (PVC) collection in parts of the South-East on Friday was marked by frustration in Abia State over the absence of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials at some centres, while Ebonyi recorded […] The post PVC Collection: INEC absence sparks anger in Abia, low turnout in Ebonyi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 92027: INEC begins PVC distribution in Anambra, warns politicians against disruptionBy Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced the distribution of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in Anambra State ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning politicians against attempts to disrupt the electoral process. The state Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Dr Elizabeth Agwu, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting in Awka, […] The post 2027: INEC begins PVC distribution in Anambra, warns politicians against disruption appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 9Obi demands better welfare for serving, retired militaryBy Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, has called for improved welfare for serving and retired military personnel, saying the nation’s gratitude to those who defend it must go beyond ceremonies and tributes. Obi made the call on Friday in a message at the burial ceremony […] The post Obi demands better welfare for serving, retired military appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYOct 9NAF Air chief assures crash victims’ families of continued support— Aneke pledges welfare, scholarships, operational support By Kingsley Omonobi The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reassured personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and families of those killed in the recent ATR 42 aircraft crash of the Service’s continued support. Aneke gave the assurance on Thursday, October 8, […] The post NAF Air chief assures crash victims’ families of continued support appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria