My husband has been ejected from the barracks – released seaman’s wife (DailyTrust)
Abbas Haruna, the Seaman allegedly detained for nearly six years following the directive of a senior officer in the Nigerian Navy, has regained his freedom.
Haruna’s wife, Hussaina Iliya, had during a popular Abuja-based radio station’s programme, Brekete Family, accused the military of unjustly detaining her husband since 2018.
Iliya accused a senior military officer, Brig. Gen. A.S. Adamu, of ordering her husband’s detention and torture. Read more
FG to toll Lagos-Ibadan expressway, second Niger bridge, others (Punch)
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has disclosed plans by the Federal Government to, upon completion of construction and renovation, toll the Lagos-Ibadan expressway and other major roads in the country.
Umahi disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during an inter-ministerial press briefing, as part of activities to mark Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary.
“We have the Lagos-Ibadan (expressway), we are completing it and we are tolling it,” he said. Read more
CAN celebrates Oyedepo at 70 (Tribune)
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has congratulated the founder and presiding bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners’ Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo, as he celebrates his 70th birthday.
CAN, in a statement signed by its president, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, acknowledged Oyedepo’s impact on the Christian community in Nigeria and beyond.
“His unwavering commitment to the gospel and his visionary leadership have inspired millions to seek a deeper relationship with God. Through his ministry, he has not only transformed lives spiritually but has also contributed significantly to educational development, economic empowerment, and social upliftment. Read more
Paramilitary: FG grants 35% recruitment slots to women (Vanguard)
As part of its determined efforts at gender mainstreaming, the Federal Government has set aside 35 percent of all recruitment slots into the paramilitary services under the Ministry of Interior.
Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this at a special media parley on Friday in Abuja as part of events marking his first anniversary in office.
The services are the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC, Nigeria Immigration Service NIS, Federal Fire Service FFS and the Nigeria Correctional Service NCoS. Read more
30 PhD holders resign in Bauchi varsity over poor working conditions — ASUU (Channels)
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Bauchi Zone, has raised alarm over the exodus of 30 trained PhD holders from Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU) formerly Bauchi State University, due to deteriorating working conditions and inadequate welfare provisions.
The development was highlighted during a press conference held on Friday, where ASUU officials detailed their concerns.
The absence of an employee exit policy has forced many of our best scholars to seek opportunities elsewhere, stated the Zonal Coordinator of ASUU Bauchi Zone, Namo Timothy. Read more
Court admits PIDOM to N5m bail (Tribune)
A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, admitted Isaac Bristol, popularly known on his X handle as “PIDOM Nigeria,” to a N5 million bail with one surety in the like sum.
Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling on his bail application moved by his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, held that bail is a constitutional right.
Justice Nwite said he was inclined to grant Bristol bail except where there was reasonable ground to believe that the defendant might evade trial or attempt to destroy evidence. Read more
Wike is an asset to Tinubu government, says CSO (Nation)
A civil society group, Centre for Transparency and Accountability said on Friday that FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike was a huge plus to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government.
Wike, has been widely commended by Nigerians for his work ethic which has culminated in the completion of a number of roads in the FCT his first one year as Minister among other projects.
The group said as a result of the resilience of the former Rivers governor, the nation’s capital which in the past was a haven for criminal activities, is gradually becoming a safe fortress, given the leadership of the FCT Minister. Read more
Orji Kalu breaks silence on Edo election, economic challenges, others (Vanguard)
After returning from a brief trip to the United States, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former governor of Abia State, shared his thoughts with journalists on the recent Edo State election, Nigeria’s economic state, and rumors surrounding his health.
Regarding the Edo election, Kalu credited the All Progressives Congress (APC) victory to the tireless efforts of the party leadership, specifically praising the National Working Committee (NWC), including the National Chairman, Secretary, and Senate President, for mobilizing support.
Kalu’s conversation offered a glimpse into his perspective on current political and economic affairs in Nigeria. He highlighted the significance of the APC’s win in Edo State, which marked a return to power after a four-year hiatus. Read more
UN Women sounds the alarm on hardships faced by women and girls in war-torn Sudan (AfricaNews)
As the conflict in Sudan rages on in its second year, UN Women is shedding light on the devastating impact of the fighting on women and girls.
The organisation states that the violence has heightened the risk of sexual violence faced by women, and that there are mounting reports of conflict-related sexual violence and abuse.
It notes that, since the conflict broke out, the number of those requiring gender-based violence services has increased by 100 percent, adding that a majority of these cases involve women. Read more
Oscar-winning British film legend Dame Maggie Smith dies aged 89 (Metro)
Dame Maggie Smith, the award-winning British acting legend whose work ranged from Downton Abbey to Harry Potter, has died at the age of 89.
The Oscar-winning actress died in hospital on Friday 27 September, her sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens said in a statement.
‘It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith,’ they began. Read more
Pope Francis apologies for clergy abuse in Belgium, leaders want more (UPI)
Pope Francis asked for forgiveness in Belgium for the Catholic church’s clergy abuse scandal and its poor response to it on Friday, but the country’s prime minister called for faith’s leadership to do more.
Prime Minister Alexander De Croo called for the Vatican to take “concrete steps” to address the abuse as Francis started a three-day trip to Belgium.
“Victims need to be heard. They need to be at the center. They have a right to the truth. Misdeeds need to be recognized,” De Croo said. Read more
Police are ‘trivialising stalking’ and letting victims down as figures show one in 5 women are targeted (Independent)
Police are trivialising stalking and letting victims down, watchdogs have warned, as figures show one in five women are targeted.
A major new report, launched in response to a super-complaint against police lodged two years ago by the anti-stalking charity Suzy Lamplugh Trust (SLT) on behalf of the National Stalking Consortium, found “clear evidence” that victims were being let down.
In their super-complaint, the groups warned some victims were being left at risk of being seriously hurt or killed as they struggled to have their cases taken seriously. Read more
TikTok star Kubra Aykut tragically dies aged 26 after fall from apartment (Mirror)
TikTok star Kubra Aykut has died at the age of 26 after falling from a luxury apartment building’s fifth floor in Turkey
TikTok sensation Kubra Aykut has died aged 26 after falling from the fifth floor of an apartment building in Turkey.
The internet star was reportedly found dead in Istanbul’s Sultanbeyli district last Monday. Authorities are investigating the case. Read more
Shigeru Ishiba to become Japan’s next PM after winning governing party vote (AlJazeera)
Shigeru Ishiba has won the leadership election of Japan’s governing Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and is set to become the country’s next prime minister.
The former defence minister, 67, prevailed on Friday in a tight contest, defeating Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi, 63, in a run-off after none of the nine candidates won a majority in the first round of voting earlier in the day.
The final count was 215-194.
“This is a remarkable victory for Ishiba, who is considered a veteran of the LDP,” said Al Jazeera’s Rob McBride, reporting from Tokyo. “This is his fifth attempt trying to get the LDP’s top job.” Read more
Afghanistan: Taliban impose new restrictions on media (DW)
The Taliban recently imposed further restrictions on media organizations in Afghanistan, prohibiting criticism of their laws, policies and banning the broadcast of live political shows, according to Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC), an independent organization supporting the media and press freedom in Afghanistan.
The AFJC said the Taliban instructed media managers during a meeting on September 21 that the topics for political shows must be approved first by Taliban members.
The Taliban issued fresh guidelines instructing media organizations to only invite guests who are approved by the group. Read more
Man United complete signing of Obi-Martin (Leadership)
Premier League giants Manchester United have completed the signing of Chido Obi-Martin after he left Arsenal.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, via The Sun, United have now received approval from the league to complete the deal for the 16-year-old.
This follows a five-step process with the Premier League before the transfer could be finalised.
Also, the report added that Obi-Martin has already completed his medical and is now set to sign his United contract. Read more
NFF confirms Eguavoen for Super Eagles (Nation)
Nigeria Football Federation has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the Federation’s Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen to continue in his role as Head Coach of the Super Eagles, and lead the team in its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Libya next month.
The 58-year-old, in temporary charge of the squad he had led three times previously, steered the three-time African champions to a 3-0 defeat of Benin Republic and scoreless draw with Rwanda in Matchdays 1 and 2 earlier this month.
Eguavoen and the current technical crew that also includes Fidelis Ilechukwu, Daniel Ogunmodede, Olatunji Baruwa and Tomaz Zorec will also take charge of the Super Eagles B team for the qualifying campaign for next year’s African Nations Championship, otherwise known as CHAN. Read more
Rodri: Man City boss Pep Guardiola confirms star out for season (ABC)
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will miss the rest of the season after surgery on his anterior cruciate ligament, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed on Friday.
Rodri suffered a knee injury during the 2-2 draw with Arsenal and travelled to Spain for tests on Monday. Speaking at a news conference on Friday, Guardiola confirmed the Spain international has now had an operation and will be sidelined for the rest of the campaign.
“Surgery this morning, ACL. Next season he will be here. This season is over. Unfortunately we got the worst [news] but these things happen. We will be there to support him in his recovery step-by-step,” Guardiola said. Read more
Dele-Bashiru makes Europa League Team of the Week (CompleteSports)
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has been named in UEFA Europa League Team of the Week, reports Completesports.com.
Dele-Bashiru starred in Lazio’s 3-0 thrashing of Ukrainian club, Dynamo Kiev on Wednesday night.
The Nigeria international registered one goal and one assist in the encounter. Read more
Swiss cyclist Furrer dies after crash at Worlds (BBC)
Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer has died after suffering a serious head injury at the Road and Para-cycling World Championships in Switzerland.
The 18-year-old crashed during the junior road race on Thursday and was taken to hospital by emergency helicopter.
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) said in a statement following the “tragic” news: “With the passing of Muriel Furrer, the international cycling community loses a rider with a bright future ahead of her. Read more
Records tumble for Sri Lanka’s Kamindu in second Test against New Zealand (AlJazeera)
Sri Lankan middle-order batsman Kamindu Mendis stormed into the record books in Galle on Friday when he became just the fourth cricketer to make 1,000 runs inside 13 Test innings.
The 25-year-old has played just eight Test matches since his debut two years ago, at the same venue against Australia, but has quickly made a name for himself as a key performer.
Six of those matches have been played since March, when he scored his first five-day ton against Bangladesh. Read more