Here are the leading 10 headlines from around the nation.
1. PENGASSAN Maintains No Deal with Dangote Refinery, Strike Could Resume
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has reiterated that no formal agreement was reached with Dangote Refinery, warning that their suspended nationwide strike might be reinstated if demands remain unmet.
2. Power Generation Companies Sound Alarm Over Sector’s Decline, Call for Immediate Reforms
Nigeria’s electricity generation firms have expressed serious concerns about the deteriorating condition of the power sector, emphasizing that without swift and comprehensive reforms, the industry faces further collapse, which could negatively impact economic progress, investor trust, and overall national advancement.
3. Sowore’s Defamation Case Postponed to November 20 by Federal High Court
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has deferred the hearing of Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore‘s alleged defamation trial to November 20, to allow time for the resolution of all outstanding motions.
4. Governor Soludo Endorses Full Implementation of CONHESS for Anambra Health Staff
Chukwuma Soludo, Governor of Anambra State, has given the green light for the complete adoption of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS) for healthcare workers within the state.
5. Federal High Court Rejects Case Seeking Refund of Rivers State Funds Spent by Ibas
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a lawsuit demanding the reimbursement of monies from the Consolidated Revenue Fund that were allocated and utilized by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), the Sole Administrator of Rivers State.
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6. Atiku’s Media Aide Denies Reports of 2027 Presidential Withdrawal
Paul Ibe, spokesperson for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, refuted claims that Atiku would abandon his 2027 presidential bid should the African Democratic Congress (ADC) nominate a younger, dynamic candidate.
7. Senate President Akpabio Signals More Opposition Governors May Join APC
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured President Bola Tinubu that additional governors from opposition parties are considering switching allegiance to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
8. Mariah Carey Reflects on Iconic ‘I Don’t Know Her’ Comment About Jennifer Lopez
Over two decades after one of pop music’s most talked-about moments, Mariah Carey has opened up about her famous dismissive remark regarding Jennifer Lopez, shedding new light on the incident.
9. Blue Origin Secures Historic NASA Contract to Transport Lunar Rover
Jeff Bezos’ aerospace company, Blue Origin, has won a significant NASA contract to deliver a rover to the Moon, reinforcing its pivotal role in the United States’ renewed lunar exploration efforts.
10. Lagos Launches Certification and Training Program for Artisans to Combat Building Collapses
In a proactive effort to address the persistent issue of structural failures, the Lagos State Government has initiated a certification and skills development scheme aimed at construction artisans across the city.