Nigeria Today

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‎1. Kano declares public holiday

‎Kano State Government declared today, Tuesday September 1, a public holiday to observe Takutaha, an annual traditional and religious event. It was approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to coincide with 19th Rabi'ul Awwal, 1448AH.

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‎2. Economy up

‎Nigeria's economy grew 4.43% year-on-year in Q2 2026, up from 3.89% last quarter, driven by oil and non-oil sectors. Average daily oil production rose to 1.72 million bpd. 7637

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‎3. Security / Good news

‎The Nigerian military rescued 21 kidnapped victims in Kogi forest, including 15 NYSC members, according to overnight reports.

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‎4. Politics heating up ahead of 2027

‎Opposition parties are in talks about a proposed Government of National Competence and a single candidate arrangement.

‎Former Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva has dumped APC.

‎VP Kashim Shettima returned to Abuja after the AU Summit.

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‎5. Flood alert

‎NiHSA warned of widespread floods in 2026, with over 14,000 communities exposed across 33 states + FCT, with peak expected July-September.

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‎World Today

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‎1. Ukraine - Russia escalates

‎Four people were killed and over a dozen injured in Russian air attacks on Kyiv and surrounding region on Tuesday — the sixth day in a row of strikes. Kyiv heard explosions overnight; Boryspil was also hit.

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‎2. Markets on edge

‎A global bond selloff deepened Tuesday as renewed fighting in the Middle East lifted oil above $90 a barrel and pressured stocks. Brent topped $91, stoking inflation fears.

News Headlines

 

‎🇳🇬 Nigeria – Top stories today

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‎1. Opposition summit – today

‎Opposition parties have set August 31 to unite forces against President Tinubu’s re-election bid. The G100 shifted its Summit of Opposition Political Parties to Monday, Aug 31, 2026 for wider consultations. 92c7a60e

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‎2. Doctors’ strike deadline – today

‎Medical academics (NAMDA) gave FG until August 31 to resolve salary/allowance demands or face a 3-day nationwide warning strike. 6ab3

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‎3. Dangote refinery drives exports 7x

‎Nigeria’s seaborne petroleum product shipments averaged 561,000 bpd in Q2 2026 vs 79,000 bpd in 2023, EIA/Vortexa data shows. The Lekki refinery, Nigeria’s largest, began in 2024. bcef

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‎4. Economy – Moody’s positive outlook

‎Moody’s revised Nigeria’s outlook to positive, with World Bank projecting 4.2% growth in 2026 on stronger oil revenue and fiscal discipline. 97a5

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‎5. Security watch

‎SBM Intelligence reports 7,825 people kidnapped July 2025-June 2026, up 66%, with gunmen raising over $5m from mass kidnappings. 1f0f

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‎🏙️ Lagos

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‎1. 45-year port deal: Shipper MSC signed a 45-year concession with Nigerdock to develop a new container terminal at Snake Island Port, expected ready by 2028 to ease chronic congestion. 6e44

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‎2. Pensioners protest: Lagos pensioners staged a warning protest demanding benefit increase, giving government ultimatum until Aug 31 or mega protest. b3fc

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‎🌍 World Right Now
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‎1. U.S. – Iran strikes rattle markets

‎Fresh U.S.-Iran military strikes pushed oil sharply higher overnight — Brent jumped over 2% to around $90.70. European shares dipped at the open, with energy stocks the only gainer. President Trump said Iran's Kharg Island was being “blown to smithereens” but gave no details. 903ef3785d80

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‎2. Ukraine – Kyiv region death toll rises
‎Zelenskiy says the death toll from the Kyiv region strike has risen to 38. Russia launched nearly 2,000 drones, 1,600 bombs and 31 missiles including North Korean ballistic missiles in the past week.

Health Concerns:

 

‎Its high time we started informing ourselves about our health and wellbeing.

‎The rate in which people are dying of cancer and kidney problems is very alarming. So we need to educate ourselves in every available opportunity and every means possible.

‎please let's take our health seriously by being conscious of our intakes, for prevention in better than cure, also cheaper than cure.

‎Reduce taking  carbonated drinks to the bearest minimum if you can not stop.

‎Stop taking unprescribed drugs/medicines and if you must use pain relievers ensure its only when necessary because habitual intake affects the kidney.

‎Also regular intake of processed foods and drinks awaken and empowers the cancerous cells in human body.

‎Lets take our wellbeing seriously even more than we take our finances because health is the greatest wealth.

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‎...... ✍️ Balogun Abdulazeez 

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Sunday News Headlines

 

‎🇳🇬 Nigeria - Top Headlines

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• Osun post-election fallout: APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji has finally congratulated Gov. Ademola Adeleke "in the spirit of democracy" after the recent Osun governorship election, while calling for an end to political violence. Adeleke has set up a Coroner Inquest/Panel to probe killings reported in Ikire on August 24.   

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• 2027 politics heats up: APC campaign DG Abdulaziz Yari says anyone promising to return fuel subsidy is "lying to himself, deceiving Nigerians" — a response to ADC candidate Atiku Abubakar's promise of a targeted subsidy. Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo also tackled Atiku, saying "you can't reopen borders that aren't closed."   

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• DSS & election security: The DSS has strengthened security around Atiku, Peter Obi and 16 other presidential candidates ahead of 2027, and is reportedly considering suspending its suit against Sowore till after the election.   

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• Economy watch: CBN is selling N700bn Treasury Bills today in its second August auction amid liquidity concerns. Meanwhile Moody's has revised Nigeria's outlook to 'positive' — World Bank projects 4.2% growth for 2026.   

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• NFF shake-up: NFF President Ibrahim Gusau and other board members have resigned following poor management of Nigerian football, per Vanguard review.

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‎ 🌍 Africa & World 

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• Ukraine: Death toll from Russian strike on ammunition depot in Kyiv region rises to 38, with 4 still missing, President Zelenskyy says. It was the deadliest strike in the Kyiv area this year.   

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• Zambia: Opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason on Saturday and remains detained in Lusaka.   

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• Guinea-Bissau: Military-led government to hold constitutional referendum today, August 30, that would expand presidential powers ahead of December elections.   

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• Australia: Far-right party makes further gains, winning seat in Secret Harbour, Western Australia.  

‎• Sydney Marathon: Ethiopia's Gobena and Kenya's Jepchirchir take Sydney Marathon honours.  

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‎⚽ Sports / Business

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 • Liverpool held 2-2 by Nottingham Forest at Anfield — Victor Muñoz scored late on his full debut to rescue a point. Liverpool have also agreed a £123m deal for PSG forward Bradley Barcola.   

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• Dangote Refinery driving seven-fold rise in Nigeria petroleum product exports — exports to Europe hit 130k bpd in Q22026 vs 40k bpd last year. 

Leading Headlines

Nigeria Today:

‎• President Tinubu orders forensic audit of federal agencies and ministries  

 • CNG politics: ADC tackles Tinubu's CNG transport plan as election-season politics; Atiku calls it "another Animal Farm promise"  
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• Osun reconciliation: Gov. Adeleke reaches out to Akande, Aregbesola, Oyinlola as Oyetola, Oyebamiji shun calls  
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• NBA: Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya inaugurated as 33rd NBA President  
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• Security: Tinubu orders rescue after mass kidnapping exposes security failings, as gunmen abduct over 60 worshippers from a mosque in Niger State during Friday prayers. SBM Intelligence reports 7,825 kidnapped in the last year, up 66%  
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• Economy: Moody's revises Nigeria's outlook to 'positive' — World Bank projects 4.2% growth in 2026 on oil revenue and fiscal discipline. CBN to sell N700bn Treasury Bills today in second August auction  
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• Football crisis: NFF President Musa Gusau and executive committee resigned Thursday, accounts frozen  
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‎World & Africa — Breaking overnight:
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• Niger: Sustained gunfire and blasts heard across Niamey early Saturday around Diori Hamani International Airport and the presidential palace   • Iran: Supreme leader acknowledges economic toll as war hits 6-month mark, US pushes "economic D-Day" sanctions  
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• Haiti: Nearly 200,000 forced deportees returned in first 8 months of 2026, UN says after brutal gang killing of nearly 50 near Port-au-Prince  
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• South Sudan: At least 49 killed, 33 wounded in armed cattle raid in Warrap State  
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• Uganda/Congo: Africa CDC and WHO announce end of Ebola outbreak in Uganda after 42 days with no case, but cases rising in DRC
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• Norway: King Harald, reform-minded head of state, dies at 89   •
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Germany: Gas storage injections pick up, now 51.64% full as LNG conditions improve

Top headlines for Friday, 28th August, 2026 — focusing on Nigeria and World: 🇳🇬

‎🇳🇬 Nigeria Headlines

‎1. Tinubu Orders NFF Reforms, Consultations With FIFA, CAF

‎President Bola Tinubu has ordered a "comprehensive reform" of Nigerian football following repeated failure to qualify for major tournaments. He directed NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko to work with the NFF secretariat in consultation with FIFA and CAF to avoid sanctions.  

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‎2. Tinubu Swears In Abel Enitan As New Head Of Civil Service

‎President Tinubu swore in Abel Enitan as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation at the State House, succeeding Didi Esther Walson-Jack who retired at 60.  

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‎3. NFF President and Executives Resign

‎NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, alongside his Executive Committee and General Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi, resigned from their positions. The Federation confirmed it on its official X handle on Thursday.  

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‎4. 'Wounded, Betrayed' – Adelabu Drops 2027 Oyo Governorship Ambition

‎Former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu announced he is stepping down from the APC governorship race in Oyo State, saying it was not conceding the injustice in the party's primary process.  

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‎5. Court Orders NDLEA To Produce KC Luxury After 14 Days In Custody

‎Justice Friday Ogazi of the Federal High Court Lagos ordered NDLEA to produce detained influencer Afolabi Kazeem Michael "KC Luxury" after 14 days without charge.  

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‎6. Police vs VeryDarkMan

‎The Nigeria Police denied claims by VeryDarkMan (Martins Otse) at the NBA Conference that officers at checkpoints leak traveler info to kidnappers, demanding he provide evidence. Human rights lawyer Femi Falana also slammed NBA for inviting VDM, saying conferences were not circus shows in the past.  

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‎7. Other Nigeria Briefs:

‎• 36 State Governors met in Abuja to discuss plans on security and economy   • Security focus: Gunmen have raised almost $5.8m from mass kidnappings in the last year, with 7,825 people kidnapped between July 2025-June 2026  

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‎  🌍 World Headlines Today

‎1. Markets on Edge Ahead of Fed

‎Shares in Asia turned cautious on Friday after an Nvidia-fuelled tech rally, while FX and bonds held breath for the Fed chair's speech on U.S. interest rates.  

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‎2. Japan Inflation Near BOJ Target

‎Tokyo core consumer prices rose 1.8% in August, slightly above forecasts, creeping near the Bank of Japan's 2% target and bolstering rate-hike bets.  

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‎3. Nepal-Tibet Flash Floods Death Toll Rises

‎Death toll from devastating Nepal-Tibet flash floods has risen to 392, with 1,468 people still missing.  

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‎4. Indonesia Security Tightened

‎Indonesia tightened security as students rallied one year after deadly protests.  

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‎5. Sports

‎• 2026-27 UEFA Champions League draw completed: PSG vs Man City, Real Madrid vs Arsenal among standout ties   • UEFA suspends FIFA boycott threat but steps up pressure over FIFA Forward Enterprise project.

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Nigeria and World News Headlines

‎🇳🇬 Nigeria Today
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‎1. New Head of Service appointed: President Tinubu appointed Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective today Aug 27, succeeding Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack who retires at 60 
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‎2. Looted funds to education: Tinubu directed all cleared looted funds recovered by EFCC to be channelled to NELFUND (Nigerian Education Loan Fund), plus funds from Unclaimed Dividends and Dormant Accounts Trust Fund 
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‎3. Security shake-up: Tinubu gave security chiefs a 90-day ultimatum to draw up a five-year defence strategy and national threat assessment 
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‎4. Kidnapping crisis deepens:
‎• SBM Intelligence report: 7,825 people kidnapped between July 2025 and June 2026, up 66%, with gunmen raising over $5 million in ransoms   • Mass abduction in Niger State mosque - President ordered rescue operation
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‎5. 2027 Politics heating:
‎• ADC demands arrest of Kuje Chairman Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo over "All is fair in politics" comment  
‎• Atiku Abubakar: "We are competing with thieves"  
‎• Peter Obi challenges Tinubu: "Stop hiding in Aso Rock, come debate"   • Atiku says he'll boycott any debate without Tinubu

‎6. Economy - Dangote effect: Dangote refinery driving seven-fold rise in Nigeria petroleum product exports. Exports to Europe rose to 130,000 bpd in Q2 2026 vs 40,000 bpd in 2025, and intra-Nigeria shipments up to 211,000 bpd. Refinery now nears record IPO, investors watching oil supply costs. 
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‎7. Mental health law reform: FEC approved amendment to decriminalize attempted suicide - people need medical care, not prosecution 
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‎8. ASUU strike in Bayelsa: Academic activities halted at Niger Delta University and Bayelsa Medical University as ASUU declared indefinite strike over unhonoured agreements
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‎9. Security operations: Sokoto police neutralised 2 bandits, arrested 11 suspects, recovered AK-47s and 14 stolen motorcycles.
‎FCT police arrested 40 suspects for traffic robbery, kidnapping 
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‎10. Naira watch: Naira may be broadly unchanged, buttressed by inflows from offshore investors 
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‎🌍 Top World Headlines
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‎1. Nepal flash floods - major disaster: A massive flash flood near the Nepal-Tibet border has killed 157 people and left 403+ tourists missing, including 105-133 Indian pilgrims. India has sent 10 tonnes of relief and IAF helicopters for rescue 
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‎2. Markets & Economy:
‎• Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino called for a 'timely' rate hike to avoid a future inflation spike   • Dollar near 8-day high as US data lifts Fed hike bets   • Italy asks EU for €8 billion in SAFE defence funds to boost defence capabilities  
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‎3. US sanctions + geopolitics: US sanctioned four Indian companies over alleged Iran petroleum trade, and a US military C-17 landing in Moscow drew attention 
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‎4. Global security: UN reports at least 266 million people faced acute food insecurity last year as armed conflicts hit highest since WWII  Himino called for a 'timely' rate hike to avoid a future inflation spike   • Dollar near 8-day high as US data lifts Fed hike bets   • Italy asks EU for €8 billion in SAFE defence funds to boost defence capabilities  
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‎3. US sanctions + geopolitics: US sanctioned four Indian companies over alleged Iran petroleum trade, and a US military C-17 landing in Moscow drew attention 
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‎4. Global security: UN reports at least 266 million people faced acute food insecurity last year as armed conflicts hit highest since WWII.