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Hardship: FG to Pay Workers N70,000 Monthly Transport Allowance for Six Months

The Federal Government has agreed to pay Nigerian workers a monthly transport allowance of N70,000 for six months, beginning in November 2026, as part of measures to cushion the effects of economic hardship. The agreement followed a meeting between government representatives and officials of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The meeting addressed several issues affecting workers, including the national minimum wage, petrol prices, welfare benefits, tax relief and allowances for health workers and agricultural officers. […]

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Carrick to Remain Man Utd Boss for Chelsea Clash — Reports

Michael Carrick is expected to remain in charge of Manchester United for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, according to reports from British media on Tuesday. Carrick’s future at Old Trafford has come under intense scrutiny following the club’s poor run of form, which has seen them go eight matches without a win. United’s latest setback was a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday, leaving the club just one point above the Premier League relegation zone. […]

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El Niño: What it means and how Nigerians should prepare

Nigeria may experience increased heat and changing rainfall patterns as a strengthening El Niño event raises concerns about its potential impact on agriculture, water supply, electricity generation and public health. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said in September 2026 that El Niño was expected to strengthen into a very strong event and persist into early 2027. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has also warned that the phenomenon could influence rainfall patterns, including the duration and end of the rainy season. […]

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FG, Labour Resume Talks Over Minimum Wage, Petrol Prices

Organised labour will decide its next course of action after meeting with the Federal Government on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, as negotiations over petrol prices, workers’ welfare and a proposed new minimum wage remain unresolved. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) are demanding concrete commitments from the government to address their concerns and avert a possible nationwide industrial action. The unions are seeking a reduction in petrol prices to the levels prevailing in 2024, tax […]

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Harry Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d’Or

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, becoming the first English player to receive the prestigious individual football award since Michael Owen in 2001. The England captain was crowned winner at the 70th edition of the Ballon d’Or ceremony held at the London Palladium on Monday, following an impressive 2025–26 season for club and country. Kane scored 61 goals in 51 appearances for Bayern Munich during the campaign, helping the German side secure the domestic […]

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Ebola: FG plans state treatment centres as contacts hit 53

The Federal Government is strengthening Nigeria’s preparedness for Ebola as the number of identified contacts linked to the country’s confirmed case rises to 53. According to a situation report, the government is identifying and equipping treatment centres in states with designated ports of entry while improving isolation facilities, surveillance and referral systems for suspected cases. The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital has undergone a needs assessment to determine its readiness for isolation and treatment, while an infection prevention and control […]

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Europa League: Yusuf, Ndidi, Dessers, Arokodare Score for European Clubs

Nigerian footballers Bamidele Yusuf, Wilfred Ndidi, Cyriel Dessers and Toluwalase Arokodare were among the goalscorers in an eventful night of European football, featuring the UEFA Europa League and Conference League. Yusuf opened the scoring in the 20th minute as Ferencvaros defeated Portuguese side Torreense 4-1, securing their third consecutive victory in the Europa League. Super Eagles captain Ndidi scored for Besiktas in their 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace. Ndidi struck shortly before half-time, while Junior Olaitan scored in the 73rd […]

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Police Arrest 11 Over Suspected Cult Initiation Near UNICAL

The Cross River State Police Command has arrested 11 men over alleged cult initiation activities in a bush near the Engineering Department of the University of Calabar (UNICAL). The suspects were arrested on Thursday, October 22, following a distress call from the university, according to a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata. The statement said operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), Satellite Town, Calabar, responded to the report at about […]

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Makinde Faults Tinubu Over Budget Implementation, Alleges Nepotism

Oyo State Governor and Allied Peoples Movement (APM) presidential candidate, Seyi Makinde, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over budget implementation, alleged nepotism and what he described as the prioritisation of regional interests over national development. Makinde spoke at the South-West Town Hall meeting in Akure, Ondo State, where he called for a fundamental reset of Nigeria’s economic and security systems ahead of the 2027 general election. He questioned the Federal Government’s budget implementation, asking whether the administration was operating […]

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