Politics

Ex-FRCN DG Ladan Salihu Says ADC Still Nigeria’s Most Credible Platform for 2027 Polls

Ladan Salihu, a former Director-General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) and a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has categorically stated that the party still remains the strongest political platform capable of competing with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, news.ng reports. The post Ex-FRCN DG Ladan Salihu Says ADC Still Nigeria’s Most Credible Platform for 2027 Polls appeared first on News.ng.

News.ng•5/10/2026

Daily Post Nigeria•5/10/2026

73-year-old Nigerian pilgrim from Adamawa dies in Saudi Arabia during 2026 Hajj

A Nigerian pilgrim from Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Mallama Aishatu Muhammadu, has died in Saudi Arabia during the ongoing 2026 Hajj. The 73-year-old suffered a fatal cardiac arrest on Sunday while travelling from Jeddah to Madinah, according to the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf. […] 73-year-old Nigerian pilgrim from Adamawa dies in Saudi Arabia during 2026 Hajj

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Waterlight Save Initiative Pushes Tech Solutions at UN Forum

Iyke Bede Waterlight Save Initiative has called for urgent global collaboration to transform water systems through science, technology, and innovation, urging stronger action toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG

This Day Live•5/10/2026

Business Day Nigeria•5/10/2026

Chiamaka Nnadozie celebrates Brighton’s historic FA Cup final berth

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has expressed her delight after Brighton & Hove Albion Women secured a dramatic 3-2 comeback read more Chiamaka Nnadozie celebrates Brighton’s historic FA Cup final berth

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Momentum-Obsessed Traders Seek Clues on Iran Truce

Investors riding a scorching run of market momentum will look for fresh signs Mideast hostilities can be defused when trading resumes Sunday night New York time.

Bloomberg•5/10/2026

Afrophobia!, By Wole Olaoye

Malema is the only political leader who is unequivocal in his condemnation of Afrophobia. Our great friend and collaborator in the anti-apartheid struggle, Thabo Mbeki, whose sojourn in Nigeria during the liberation struggle I have referenced in the past, has always maintained a cagey reaction more focussed on protecting South Africa’s image than affirming the […] The post Afrophobia!, By Wole Olaoye appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Premium Times•5/10/2026

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Boras: Tigers ace Skubal could have short rehab

Tigers ace Skubal could return sooner than the typical multi-month timeline typical of pitchers who undergo his procedure, according to agent Scott Boras.

Trossard scores late as Arsenal beats West Ham, moves closer to title

Winger Leandro Trossard scores the match's only goal as Arsenal survives VAR controversy to win at West Ham.

Al Jazeera•5/10/2026

Business Day Nigeria•5/10/2026

OPay: 5 reasons dual listing fits $4bn IPO ambitions

While OPay is currently moving forward with a high-profile US IPO (targeting a $4 billion valuation with banks like Citi read more OPay: 5 reasons dual listing fits $4bn IPO ambitions

100-level FUTA student found dead in apartment

A 100-level FUTA student, Favour Olaniyi, was found dead near his off-campus residence. The university has confirmed and is cooperating with the police. Read More: https://punchng.com/100-level-futa-student-found-dead-in-apartment/

PUNCH•5/10/2026