MILITARY DENIES COUP RUMOURS, SAYS PARADE WAS NOT CANCELLED OVER ALLEGED PLOT
The Defence Headquarters has refuted claims that the 65th Independence Anniversary parade was cancelled due to a supposed coup attempt against President Bola Tinubu. It clarified that the parade was shelved to allow the president attend a bilateral engagement abroad while troops focus on counter-terrorism efforts. The military reaffirmed its loyalty to Tinubu and urged Nigerians to disregard the rumour.
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TINUBU UNBEATABLE IN THE SOUTH, ONLY NORTHERN MUSLIM CAN DEFEAT HIM — DELE MOMODU
Dele Momodu says President Bola Tinubu has already secured total political dominance in Southern Nigeria ahead of 2027. He argued that only a Muslim candidate from the North, paired with a Christian running mate, could stand a chance against him. He dismissed Peter Obi and Goodluck Jonathan as non-threats to Tinubu’s political structure.
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NO OPPOSITION IN KOGI, TINUBU NEED NOT CAMPAIGN — YAHAYA BELLO
Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello says President Tinubu does not need to campaign in Kogi State for the 2027 election. Speaking at an endorsement rally, he declared that “there is no opposition” in the state. He vowed to continue supporting Tinubu even after his tenure.
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DELAYED CNG TRUCKS AND CRUDE SUPPLY HITCHES KEEP FUEL PRICES HIGH — DANGOTE
The Dangote Group says petrol prices remain high because 4,000 CNG trucks ordered from China have not yet arrived. It also cited crude oil supply disruptions caused by the suspension of the naira-for-crude exchange system. The company expressed optimism that President Tinubu’s intervention would stabilise supply by 2025.
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EFCC DEPORTS FINAL BATCH OF FOREIGN CYBERCRIME CONVICTS, TOTAL NOW 192
The EFCC, in collaboration with immigration and correctional services, has completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted of cybercrime in Lagos. The last batch of 51 convicts — mostly Chinese — left Nigeria on October 16. The deportations followed a major 2024 sting operation that saw 759 arrests.
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DANGOTE REFINERY FACED 22 SABOTAGE ATTEMPTS BEFORE LAYOFFS — EXECUTIVE
Dangote Industries says recent staff restructuring was prompted by 22 sabotage attempts against the refinery. Vice President Devakumar Edwin told journalists that the reorganisation was done to protect operations. He insisted it had nothing to do with labour union pressure.
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POLICE SUMMON MASSOB LEADER AHEAD OF NNAMDI KANU PROTEST
The Imo State Police Command has summoned MASSOB leader Ralph Uwazuruike over allegations of criminal invasion and forgery. The invitation coincides with nationwide protests demanding Nnamdi Kanu’s release. Uwazuruike says he will still join the protest, calling it a matter of “collective dignity.”
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REGINA DANIELS’ BROTHER THREATENS NED NWOKO OVER ALLEGED ASSAULT
A viral video showed actress Regina Daniels distressed and claiming mistreatment by her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko. Her brother, Sammie West, later alleged that Nwoko smashed her head against a wall. He warned that he would have “burst his jaw” if they had met.
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NOTTINGHAM FOREST SACK ANGE POSTECOGLOU AFTER 39 DAYS
Nottingham Forest have sacked coach Ange Postecoglou just 39 days after his appointment. He failed to win any of his eight matches in charge, suffering six losses and two draws. The club said it would make no further comment.
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NFF CONFIRMS JUSTINE MADUGU AS SUPER FALCONS HEAD COACH ON TWO-YEAR DEAL
The Nigeria Football Federation has appointed Justine Madugu as the permanent head coach of the Super Falcons. He earned the role after leading the team to their 10th WAFCON title in 2024. The Falcons have also been nominated for the 2025 CAF National Team of the Year award.