Nigeria News in English

Good morning! It’s 11th October, and here’s your Nigeria daily news capsule.

Civil society organizations urge lawmakers for transparent screening of new INEC chair, want it televised.

Abia reports preventable blindness rates exceeding national averages, prompting urgent action.

Experts say Nigeria's flooding issues stem from poor waste and drainage management policies.

EFCC vows to strengthen partnerships with media and civil society to combat corruption and fraud.

China reaffirms commitment to advancing global women's development through education and empowerment.

Bolaji Akinyemi defends Nigeria against genocide allegations, calling them unjustified and misleading.

Ekiti's budget for 2026 rises by 11% as Governor Oyebanji presents a ₦415.57 billion proposal.

Governor Umahi directs contractor to accelerate work on the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road project.

President Tinubu orders resignation of ex-minister amid ongoing certificate scandal investigations.

Tinubu grants presidential pardons to Herbert Macaulay, Vatsa, and others, sparking discussions.

Palestinians return to damaged homes as Trump announces a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict.

Fidelity Bank set to disburse ₦5 billion credit guarantee facility to boost MSME financing.

Experts express concern over power gaps as 80% of Nigeria's data remains offshore.

Kwara State launches measles-rubella and polio vaccination campaign to protect children.

Mpox and cholera cases rise in parts of Africa, raising alarms from the Africa CDC.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!