Price of a bag of rice has crashed - Finance Minister, Wale Edun

Nigeria’s Rice Price Decline: Finance Minister Wale Edun’s Economic Outlook

In a recent statement, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, announced that the price of a 50kg bag of rice has dropped significantly, from ₦120,000 in 2024 to an average of ₦80,000 in 2025.

This development, he argued, reflects the positive impact of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, which he claims have steered the country away from fiscal collapse and toward a path of stability and growth.

Governor Abiodun gifts Super Falcons N50m ahead of Benin clash

Governor Abiodun Gifts Super Falcons ₦50 Million Ahead of Crucial Benin Clash

In a spirited show of support for Nigeria’s female national football team, the Super Falcons, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has announced a generous ₦50 million cash gift to the squad ahead of their decisive second-leg qualifier against the Amazons of Benin Republic.

The match, part of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifying series, is set to take place at the MKO Abiola International Stadium in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State.

11 confirmed dead in light aircraft crash in Kenya

Tragedy in Kenya: Light Aircraft Crash Claims 11 Lives

On the morning of Tuesday, October 28, 2025, a devastating light aircraft crash occurred in Kenya, resulting in the confirmed deaths of all 11 individuals on board.

The aircraft, operated by Mombasa Air Safari, was en route from the coastal tourist hub of Diani to Kichwa Tembo, an airstrip located within the renowned Maasai Mara National Park. The crash took place around 5:30 a.m. local time (0230 GMT), under circumstances that are still being investigated.

UNILAG bans skittmaking and content creation on campus

UNILAG Prohibits Unauthorized Skitmaking and Content Creation on Campus

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, has officially banned the unauthorized use of its campus facilities, including hostels and academic spaces, for skitmaking, filmmaking, and other forms of content creation.

This directive was announced in a statement released on Thursday, October 28, 2025, and signed by Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, the Head of Communication at the university.

Artist Jackie Ferrara ends her life at 95 through medical aid despite being in good health

Jackie Ferrara's Final Choice: A Sculptor's Peaceful Exit at 95

Jackie Ferrara, the acclaimed American sculptor renowned for her geometric wooden constructions and public installations, made headlines on Wednesday, October 2025 when she chose to end her life at the age of 95 through medical aid in dying.

Her decision, though controversial, was deeply personal and reflective of her lifelong values of independence and autonomy.

Nigeria customs warn Nigerians against falling for fake WhatsApp auction scams

Nigeria Customs Warns Public Against Fake WhatsApp Auction Scams

In a recent public advisory issued on October 28, 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) alerted citizens to a growing wave of fraudulent activities involving fake e-auction schemes circulated via WhatsApp.

The warning came in response to reports of scammers impersonating customs officers and promoting bogus auction deals under the guise of official NCS operations.

Reps to probe NFF over alleged mismanagement of $25m FIFA, CAF grants

House of Representatives to Investigate NFF Over Alleged Mismanagement of $25 Million FIFA and CAF Grants

The Nigerian House of Representatives has launched a formal investigation into the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) following allegations of financial mismanagement involving over $25 million in development grants received from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) between 2015 and 2025.

This decision was reached during a plenary session held on Tuesday, where a motion of urgent public importance was co-sponsored by Adedayo Adesola, a lawmaker from Lagos, and Felix Nwaeke from Rivers State.

Edo government gives former Deputy Governor one week to return state assets

Edo Government Issues Ultimatum to Former Deputy Governor Over State Assets

In a decisive move aimed at reclaiming public property, the Edo State Government has issued a one-week ultimatum to former Deputy Governor Godwin Omobayo, demanding the immediate return of all state-owned assets still in his possession.

This directive was announced on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, through a formal statement released by Fred Itua, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo.

Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka Has Been Permanently Banned From Entering The US

Wole Soyinka Confirms US Visa Revocation: A Nobel Laureate Barred from Entry

On October 28, 2025, Nigerian Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka publicly announced that the United States had revoked his visa, effectively banning him from entering the country.

The revelation came during a press briefing held at Kongi’s Harvest Gallery, Freedom Park, Lagos Island, where Soyinka addressed the media with a tone of bewilderment and candor. He stated that the decision was communicated to him via an official letter from the US Consulate dated October 23, 2025, though no specific reason was provided for the revocation.

US citizens on the threat of being racially profiled by ICE: ‘I carry my passport card at all times’

Living in Fear: US Citizens Confront Racial Profiling by ICE

In the wake of intensified immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump's administration, many US citizens and permanent residents of color are grappling with a heightened sense of vulnerability.

The Guardian's October 2025 report, titled “US citizens on the threat of being racially profiled by ICE: ‘I carry my passport card at all times’”, reveals the deeply personal and pervasive impact of racial profiling by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on communities across the country.

A new fund will route millions to the literary arts

A New Era for Literary Arts: The Launch of the Literary Arts Fund

In a landmark move to revitalize and sustain the literary arts in the United States, a coalition of seven major philanthropic foundations has announced the creation of the Literary Arts Fund.

This initiative, unveiled on October 28, 2025, aims to distribute at least $50 million in grants over the next five years to nonprofit organizations that support writers, publishers, and literary programming.

Trump demanded trans issues be excluded from sex education. 11 states complied

“Trump Demanded Trans Issues Be Excluded from Sex Education. 11 States Complied”

In a sweeping move that has ignited legal and political backlash, the Trump administration recently mandated that all references to gender identity and the existence of transgender and non-binary individuals be removed from a federally funded sex education program known as the Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP).

This $75 million initiative, originally designed to educate adolescents on healthy relationships, pregnancy prevention, and sexually transmitted infections, has become the latest battleground in the administration’s broader campaign against what it terms “gender ideology.”

Hurricane Melissa to batter Jamaica as the island's strongest storm on record in almost 2 centuries

Hurricane Melissa: Jamaica Faces Its Most Powerful Storm in Nearly 200 Years

Hurricane Melissa is poised to make history as it barrels toward Jamaica, threatening to become the most powerful storm to strike the island since official records began 174 years ago.

As of early Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the storm had intensified into a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane, with maximum sustained winds reaching 175 mph (280 kph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center reported that Melissa was located approximately 150 miles southwest of Kingston, Jamaica, moving slowly north-northeast at just 2 mph.

N’East youths urge probe as Tinubu meets new service chiefs

Northeast Youths Demand Probe Amid Tinubu’s Strategic Military Reshuffle

In a significant development within Nigeria’s national security landscape, President Bola Tinubu convened a closed-door meeting with the newly appointed service chiefs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

This engagement, held three days after their formal appointment, marked the President’s first official interaction with the new military leadership.

Why Okpebholo expanded Edo cabinet —Afegbua

Why Okpebholo Expanded Edo Cabinet - Afegbua’s Full Explanation

In a recent interview with Vanguard, Prince Kassim Afegbua, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Edo State, offered a comprehensive justification for Governor Monday Okpebholo’s decision to expand the state’s executive cabinet to an unprecedented size.

The newly inaugurated cabinet comprises 27 cleared commissioners, with one still pending, marking the largest executive council in the history of Edo State.

Empower women to divorce abusive husbands without compensation - Sheikh Gumi urges Islamic judges and clerics

Sheikh Ahmad Gumi Advocates for Women's Right to Divorce Abusive Husbands Without Compensation

In a powerful and timely intervention, renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called on Islamic judges and clerics to uphold justice by empowering women to divorce abusive husbands without being compelled to offer any form of compensation.

Speaking during his weekly Tafsir session at the Sultan Bello Mosque in Kaduna, Gumi addressed the topic, “How Wives in Islam Can Also Divorce Their Cruel Husbands Without Compensation,” drawing attention to the plight of women trapped in oppressive marriages.

Rada responds after ex-fiance comedian Michael Blackson confessed he fathered another child weeks after she welcomed their son

Rada Responds to Michael Blackson’s Paternity Confession: A Tale of Betrayal, Grace, and Closure

In a deeply personal and emotionally charged exchange that has captivated fans and followers, Rada, the ex-fiancée of Ghanaian-American comedian Michael Blackson, has broken her silence following his public confession that he fathered another child with a female friend, just weeks after Rada gave birth to their son.

The revelation came on October 27, 2025, when Blackson took to social media to admit that he had welcomed a son with another woman who was pregnant at the same time as Rada. His confession was accompanied by a plea for Rada to return to him, a gesture that many interpreted as an attempt at reconciliation. However, Rada’s response was anything but conciliatory.

Sokoto community residents cry for help as bandits demand N15m levy, threaten to unleash deadly attacks

Sokoto Community Gripped by Fear as Bandits Demand N15 Million Levy

In a deeply troubling development, residents of the Bazar community and surrounding villages in Yabo Local Government Area of Sokoto State are living under the shadow of terror following a fresh ultimatum issued by suspected bandits.

These armed groups have demanded a levy of N15 million from the community, threatening to unleash deadly attacks on those who fail to comply.

183 million Gmail passwords reportedly stolen in data breach

Massive Data Breach Exposes 183 Million Gmail Passwords

In a staggering revelation that has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity world, over 183 million Gmail passwords have reportedly been compromised in a massive data breach.

The incident, which came to light through Australian cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt, involves a colossal 3.5 terabytes of stolen data, equivalent to the size of approximately 875 full-length HD movies.

Bread van driver crushes two women to d3ath in Oyo

Tragedy in Ogbomoso: Bread Van Driver Kills Two Women in Oyo State

On Monday, October 27, 2025, a devastating incident unfolded along the Alao-Akala Memorial Highway in the Randa area of Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria. A bread distribution van, reportedly speeding, struck and killed two middle-aged women who were attempting to cross the road.

The vehicle, identified by its registration number Oyo AME 92 XB, failed to stop after the collision, prompting immediate outrage and action from local residents.

Joe Biden warns of 'dark days' for Americans amid Trump's 'attacks on free speech'

Joe Biden Warns of 'Dark Days' for Americans Amid Trump's 'Attacks on Free Speech'

In a powerful and emotionally charged speech delivered in Boston on October 26, 2025, former U.S. President Joe Biden issued a stark warning about what he described as “dark days” for America.

Speaking publicly for the first time since completing radiation therapy for an aggressive form of prostate cancer, Biden addressed a crowd at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute, where he was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. His remarks were not only reflective but also deeply critical of the current administration under President Donald Trump.

Ivorian president Ouattara, 83, wins fourth presidential term

Alassane Ouattara Secures Fourth Term as President of Ivory Coast at Age 83

In a significant yet controversial development in West African politics, President Alassane Ouattara of Ivory Coast has won a fourth term in office following the country’s latest presidential election.

At 83 years old, Ouattara continues to extend his long-standing leadership over the nation, having first assumed the presidency in 2011.

Amotekun Suspends Three Officers, Parades Four Suspects In Ondo

Amotekun Suspends Three Officers, Parades Four Suspects in Ondo

In a dramatic turn of events within the Ondo State chapter of the Western Nigeria Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, three officers have been suspended over allegations of gross misconduct and actions deemed detrimental to the image of the security outfit.

The announcement was made by the State Commander of Amotekun, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, during a press briefing held at the command’s headquarters in Akure.

Two Confirmed Dead In Lagos Building Collapse

Tragedy in Oyingbo: Two Confirmed Dead in Lagos Building Collapse

In the early hours of Monday, October 27, 2025, a two-storey building located at No. 54 Cole Street, Cemetery Bus Stop in the Oyingbo area of Lagos State collapsed, resulting in the confirmed deaths of two occupants.

The victims, whose identities have not yet been disclosed, were among several residents trapped when the structure gave way around 12:20 a.m.

Kebbi Govt Announces Minor Cabinet Reshuffle

Kebbi State Government Initiates Minor Cabinet Reshuffle to Enhance Governance

In a strategic move aimed at bolstering administrative efficiency and service delivery, the Kebbi State Government has announced a minor reshuffle within its Executive Council.

The announcement was made public through an official statement released on Monday, October 27, 2025, in Birnin Kebbi by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Yakubu Bala Tafida.