28 miscreants terrorising Lagos motorists to face trial (Punch)
The Lagos State Taskforce on Tuesday said it would prosecute the 28 miscreants arrested in some parts of the state for terrorising and extorting motorists.
The agency’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, in a statement on Tuesday, noted that the miscreants are in the habit of extorting motorists whose vehicles break down on the highway under the guise of collecting ‘owo omotaku’, literally meaning “breakdown money.”
He said a raid on areas such as Mile 2, Alaba Rago, FESTAC, Apapa, and the surrounding environments led to the arrest of the miscreants. Read more
Slow growth rate necessitated reforms, says Tinubu (Nation)
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said Nigeria’s slow economic growth rate prompted his administration to embark on various reforms aimed at achieving sustainable and inclusive growth.
Speaking at the 54th Annual Accountants’ Conference with the theme: ‘Governance reimagined: Mapping the future’, Tinubu emphasised Nigeria was not growing fast enough and decades of underinvestment have hindered the economy’s potential.
Represented by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Alhaji Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, the President said his administration’s Renewed Hope agenda was designed to address this reality, adding that his strategy involves making necessary choices to stop the decline and put the country on a path to higher, sustainable, and inclusive growth. Read more
Speed Darlington released from police custody (Vanguard)
Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington, has been released on bail from police custody after spending five days in detention.
Deji Adeyanju, the human rights lawyer, confirmed that he was arrested in Lagos last Friday and then transferred to Abuja, where he had been detained.
The lawyer revealed that Darlington’s detention stemmed from a formal complaint filed by Burna Boy. He was accused of defaming and cyberstalking the Grammy Award winner. Read more
Lagos appoints new Chairman for Alimosho local govt (Tribune)
The Lagos State Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs, and Rural Development has issued a letter of appointment to the newly appointed Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Hon. Akinpelu Johnson.
Hon. Johnson received official approval from the ministry to take over as the new council chairman through a letter signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Kikelomo Bolarinwa, dated Oct. 8.
The appointment follows the suspension of the former Chairman of the council, Jelili Sulaimon, by the Lagos State House of Assembly. Read more
Medical practitioners hail lawmakers’ call for review of medicare price list (Punch)
The Association of Nigerian Private Medical Practitioners has commended the House of Representatives for calling for the review of the price list for medicine and Medicare under the National Health Insurance Scheme.
The association said the decision by the lower house is encouraging and will be beneficial to Nigerians if the drug pricing is reviewed.
The House of Representatives had last Thursday urged its relevant committees to interface with the Federal Ministry of Health and the National Health Insurance Authority to carry out a comprehensive review of the price list for medicine and Medicare under the health insurance scheme. Read more
Jigawa threatens jail for LG chairs over land allocations (DailyTrust)
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has issued a stern warning to newly elected local government chairpersons and their deputies, threatening them with jail time if they engage in unauthorised land allocation and distribution.
The governor made this declaration on Monday during the swearing-in ceremony for the local council officials in Dutse.
“Let me make it clear that land issues are the sole responsibility of the government. Unless the governor authorises you, stay away from land allocation and distribution, or you will go to jail,” Governor Namadi warned. Read more
FCT primary teachers suspend strike, laud Wike’s intervention (Nation)
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has suspended its three-week strike following the intervention of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
The union announced the suspension in a communiqué issued yesterday in Abuja by its Chairman, Abdullahi Shafa; the Secretary, Mrs. Margaret Jetro, and the Publicity Secretary, Ibukun Adekeye.
In the communiqué, issued after an emergency meeting of the State Wing Executive Council (SWEC), the union directed the striking teachers to resume work today. Read more
KCCN showcases Korean Culture at Banana Island Multicultural Festival (Independent)
The annual Multicultural Festival held on Banana Island brought together countries from across the globe to celebrate their cultures. The event, which took place on October 5 to mark Nigerian Independence Day, featured numerous countries showcasing their traditional foods, dances, and heritage. Among the participants, South Korea stood out with an impressive display of culture.
Themed “Tour the World,” the festival focused on highlighting the unique customs, foods, dances, and other cultural elements of various nations and communities. It aimed to create an opportunity for residents and visitors to explore different cultures and foster cultural immersion.
Speaking to the media, Kim Chang-ki, Director of the Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria (KCCN), explained the importance of South Korea’s participation in the festival. He emphasised that it provided a chance to promote Korean culture and create an avenue for cultural exchange between Nigeria and the other countries represented. Read more
‘The Office’ star Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis (NBC)
Jenna Fischer is sharing news of her breast cancer diagnosis.
“The Office” star, 50, made the reveal on her Instagram on Tuesday, writing that since October is breast cancer awareness month, she wanted to share her story.
“I never thought I’d be making an announcement like this but here we are. Last December, I was diagnosed with Stage 1 Triple Positive Breast Cancer. After completing surgery, chemotherapy and radiation I am now cancer free,” she wrote in her caption. “I wanted a photo of myself in my patchy pixie looking happy and healthy to go along with this news.” Read more
Sum 41 singer alleges abuse by ex-manager in new memoir (BBC)
Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley has alleged in a new memoir that he was abused for years by the Canadian rock band’s former manager.
In the memoir, Whibley accuses the band’s first manager, Greig Nori, of grooming and sexually abusing him starting when he was a teenager.
In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, the singer says he kept the dark side of the relationship secret from his bandmates for years. Read more
Eric Roberts shares marriage advice for DWTS partner Britt Stewart and Daniel Durant (EW)
Britt Stewart may be the one teaching Eric Roberts how to ballroom dance — but he’s got some lessons of his own to impart.
Stewart and her season 31 partner, actor Daniel Durant, surprised fans of Dancing With the Stars by announcing their engagement last December. The duo will tie the knot next year, and Roberts, who has been wed for 32 years to Eliza Garrett, offered Stewart some advice on the key to a successful marriage.
While Roberts initially laughed at co-host Julianne Hough’s suggestion that he might have any insight to offer Stewart, the ballroom pro said she’d received plenty of wisdom from her 68-year-old partner. Including perhaps some bedroom tips? Read more
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers file appeal seeking pretrial release (People)
Sean Diddy Combs’ attorneys have filed an appeal for him to be released from jail before his trial.
On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the mogul’s lawyer Alexander A.E. Shapiro made the filing in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, per court documents obtained by PEOPLE.
Combs, 54, was arrested at a Manhattan hotel on Sunday, Sept. 16 at 8:25 p.m. He was charged with racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. He is being held in Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center. Read more
Kamala Harris makes the case in 60 Minutes interview for why she should be president (CBS)
Kamala Harris has been a candidate for president for just two-and-a-half months and the post convention “honeymoon” is over. With the election just 29 days away, Harris and her running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz face unrelenting attacks from Donald Trump, and the race remains extremely close.
We met the 59-year-old vice president this past week on the campaign trail and later at the vice president’s residence in Washington, DC. We spoke about the economy and immigration, Ukraine, and China, but we began with the escalating war in the Middle East. one year after the Hamas terror attack on Israel
Bill Whitaker: The events of the past few weeks have pushed us to the brink, if—if not into an all-out regional war in the Middle East. What can the U.S. do at this point to stop this from spinning out of control? Read more
Russia on a mission to create mayhem on European streets, MI5 says (CNBC)
The head of Britain’s domestic spy agency on Tuesday accused Russian military intelligence of being on a “sustained mission” to cause mayhem in Britain and Europe.
In a rare public speech from MI5’s counter-terrorism operations center in London, MI5 Director General Ken McCallum said ongoing efforts by autocratic states to harm Britain’s security represents “the most complex threat environment we have ever seen.”
McCallum said a total of 43 late-stage attack plots had been foiled by MI5 and police since 2017, noting that some plotters were seeking to get hold of firearms and explosives “in the final days of planning mass murder.” Read more
Afghan man, planning attack on US election day in November, arrested (IndiaToday)
An Afghan man has been arrested for allegedly plotting to carry out an attack on US election day on behalf of the Islamic State group, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, was arrested on Monday in the western US state of Oklahoma and has been charged with attempting to provide material support to IS.
“The Justice Department foiled the defendant’s plot to acquire semi-automatic weapons and commit a violent attack in the name of (IS) on US soil on Election Day,” Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement. Read more
2023 Okpekpe race winner Ebenyo eyes marathon debut triumph in Chicago (CompleteSports)
Daniel Simiu Ebenyo, the 2023 Okpekpe International 10km Road Race winner and record holder, has been listed to make his marathon debut at the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, set to take place this weekend in Chicago, United States.
The Kenyan, who ran 28:28 to set a new Okpekpe 10km Road Race course record in 2023, is among the elite field confirmed by the organisers of the marathon.
Ebenyo will be keen to emulate his compatriot, Evans Rutto, who ran the fastest-ever marathon debut by winning the 2003 Chicago Marathon in a time of 2:05:50. Read more
CDS Musa lauds Omoluwabi Golfers, charges Nigerians on unity (ThisDay)
The Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. Gen. Christopher Musa, has applauded the Omoluwabi Golfers Forum led by a former Captain, IBB International Golf and Country Club, Prof Bola Afolabi, for using golf to forge friendships, promote societal values and helping the government to build a virile nation.
He also appealed to Nigerians to defend the unity, peace and oneness of the nation, despite the current challenges. He spoke last weekend at an event held at the Golf and Health Signature in Abuja.
Gen Musa, who was the special guest at the event, lauded the Omoluwabi Golfers Forum for using its platform to ensure unity and bonding people together. Read more
Arokodare hopeful of Eagles call-up (Punch)
Genk striker Tolu Arokodare has confirmed that he has not gotten a call from the Nigeria Football Federation, but he is optimistic that he will eventually get an invitation to the Super Eagles.
Arokodare has been in free-scoring form at Genk this season. The 23-year-old hitman has produced six goals in ten Jupiler League appearances this season.
His impressive returns ensures that he sits pretty at the top of the Jupiler Pro League goalscoring charts alongside Tjarron Chery and Daan Heymans. Read more
Spain and Barcelona great Iniesta retires, aged 40 (BBC)
Spain World Cup winner Andres Iniesta has retired from playing at the age of 40.
Iniesta is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, thanks in part to the midfield partnerships he formed with Xavi Hernandez and Sergio Busquets for Spain and Barcelona.
He earned 131 caps for his country, scoring the winning goal in the 2010 Fifa World Cup final and winning the European Championship in 2008 and 2012. Read more
Chelsea 3-2 Real Madrid – Blues hold firm in nervy five-goal battle in UEFA Women’s Champions League opener (Eurosport)
Sonia Bompastor was made to sweat for her maiden UEFA Women’s Champions League victory as Chelsea boss, with the Women’s Super League side winning 3-2 against Real Madrid at a sodden Stamford Bridge.
Bompastor, who twice won the UWCL trophy as a player before leading Lyon to European glory as manager in 2021, continued her perfect start as Chelsea boss with a third consecutive win.
Sjoeke Nusken kicked off the scoring before Guro Reiten netted a penalty to establish a two-goal cushion. Alba Redondo pegged Chelsea back before half-time, but Mayra Ramirez was on hand to restore the comfortable lead shortly after the break. Read more
Djokovic eases into Shanghai Masters fourth round (JapanToday)
Pursuing a 100th career title, Novak Djokovic had an easier time in his second match at the Shanghai Masters in ousting Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 6-2 on Tuesday.
Djokovic clinched the match with his 19th winner, placing a forehand behind the Italian who was racing back across the baseline after being pushed wide by the service.The fourth-seeded Serb did not allow a break point in the third round, after previously being stretched to two tiebreakers and saving set points against Alex Michelsen of the United States. Read more
