Here are the top 10 news highlights from across the country.
1. Tinubu’s nomination of Amupitan as INEC Chairman reignites debates on zoning, equity, and national cohesion
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, as the new head of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This decision has sparked fresh discussions about the principles of zoning, ethnic inclusivity, and sustaining national balance. Presidential spokesperson Sunday Dare described the appointment as a “significant demonstration of fairness and inclusiveness.” Read more
2. Governor Bala Mohammed reaffirms unwavering commitment to the PDP
Bauchi State’s Governor Bala Mohammed has publicly reiterated his firm loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in a statement released on Saturday. Read more
3. APC censures Osun Assembly for focusing on Amotekun personnel instead of justice for victims
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized the State House of Assembly for what it described as neglecting the plight of victims following the alleged killing of at least ten residents in Akinlalu community, Ife North Local Government Area, by Amotekun operatives. Read more
4. Lagos APC mocks PDP amid growing defections, claims ‘Only undertakers left to bury the party’
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has attributed the recent wave of defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling party as evidence of Nigerians’ growing confidence in the APC and President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. Read more
5. FULL LIST: Presidency reveals 175 individuals granted pardons by President Tinubu
On Saturday, the Presidency published the names of 175 people who have received presidential clemency from Bola Tinubu. Read more
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6. Nigeria’s public debt hits ₦152.4 trillion in Q2 – Debt Management Office report
Data released by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on Saturday shows that Nigeria’s total public debt stood at ₦152.40 trillion as of June 30, 2025. Read more
7. EXPLAINER: Lagos to roll out regulated parking system by 2026 – what drivers should expect
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to implement a regulated parking system across the state starting in 2026, marking a major shift in how vehicle parking will be managed in Africa’s busiest metropolis. Read more
8. Lagos government demolishes 17 buildings in Lekki for encroachment violations
Seventeen structures along the Ikota River corridor in Lekki were torn down by Lagos State authorities for encroaching on the designated right-of-way (RoW). Read more
9. EU summons Apple, Snapchat, and YouTube over concerns about children’s online safety
Major technology companies Apple, Snapchat, and YouTube have been summoned by the European Union amid growing apprehensions regarding the safety of children on their platforms. Read more
10. 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Troost-Ekong targets back-to-back wins as Nigeria prepares to face Benin Republic
Super Eagles’ vice-captain William Troost-Ekong lauded Nigeria’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, highlighting its significance in building momentum for the upcoming fixtures. Read more