Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 10 August 2026

August 10, 2026

PDP Chieftains In Osun Dump Party, Back APC’s Oyebamiji

Prominent leaders and members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, led by a former governor of the state, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, have thrown their weight behind the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji. Among those who pledged their support are a former PDP National Vice Chairman for the South-West, Alhaji Tajudeen Oladipo, and a former Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Fatai Akinbade, alongside other party members who declared their intention to vote for Oyebamiji.

APC Completes Upload Of 2027 Candidates On INEC Portal — Yilwatda

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has announced that the party has completed the upload of its candidates for all elective positions in the 2027 general elections onto the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal. Yilwatda disclosed this at the weekend, noting that the exercise was concluded ahead of the original deadline set by the electoral body.

Bandits Demand N500,000 From Benue Farmer Before Harvest

A farmer in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State has been forced to abandon his farmland after suspected bandits demanded N500,000 from him as a condition for accessing and harvesting his crops. The farmer, whose identity was withheld, resides in Mbagena Council Ward, where suspected local bandits have allegedly been terrorising residents and imposing ransom demands on members of the community.

Customs Uncovers 399 Assembled Firearms In Tin Can Port Shipment

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it uncovered 399 fully assembled Jojef firearms and assorted rifle parts following a detailed examination of a seized shipment at the Tin Can Island Port Command. The service disclosed this in a statement issued by its National Spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, on Sunday in Abuja.

Law School Student Found Dead In Lagos Hostel, Police Launch Probe

The Lagos State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the death of a 23-year-old female student of the Nigerian Law School, who was found unresponsive at the institution’s hostel in Victoria Island, Lagos. The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Friday, August 7, 2026. The deceased has been identified as Alayande Faith Ajoke.

RRS Arrests Over 30 Suspected Miscreants In Lekki-Ajah Midnight Raid

Operatives of the Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have arrested more than 30 suspected miscreants during a midnight enforcement operation along the Lekki-Ajah Expressway. The operation, carried out on Sunday, targeted individuals allegedly causing disturbances and posing security threats to motorists and other road users along the axis.

Reps Yet To Fix Venue For Questioning Foreign Investment Council’s Adeyemi

The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the controversy surrounding the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council is yet to decide where it will question the council’s self-appointed Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi, a source familiar with the committee’s proceedings has disclosed. This comes as Adeyemi insisted that his lawyers and journalists must be present before he submits to questioning by the House committee.

Oyetola’s Comment Shows APC Plans To Rig Osun Poll — Adeleke

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described a statement made by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, ahead of Saturday’s governorship election as evidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) intends to rig the poll. Adeleke made the allegation in a statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, and obtained by our correspondent in Osogbo on Sunday.

WAFCON: Cameroon Edge Nigeria 1-0, Reach Semi-Finals

Cameroon have secured a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after defeating defending champions Nigeria 1-0 in their quarter-final clash in Casablanca on Sunday. Myriam Maéva Nyadjou Wamen scored the decisive goal in the 19th minute at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium to hand the Indomitable Lionesses an early lead they never relinquished.

“Devilish, Wicked” – Umahi Condemns Road Vandalization

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has condemned the vandalism of road infrastructure across the country, describing the destruction of public assets as “devilish,” “wicked” and unacceptable. Umahi spoke on Sunday during a press conference and stakeholders’ engagement on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, where he also flagged off repair works on the Eko Bridge and Marine Bridge in Lagos. The minister urged Nigerians to support the government in protecting public infrastructure, stressing that the President, ministers and state governors could not be everywhere to monitor national assets. His comments came against the backdrop of the recent vandalism of sections of the newly constructed Festac-Alakija Bridge in Lagos, where suspected scavengers reportedly broke into parts of the structure in an attempt to remove embedded iron rods and other metal components, prompting security agencies to launch an operation to apprehend those responsible.

‘Cheap Product From Temu’ – Babachir Lawal Blasts Atiku

A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has criticised the presidential candidacy of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and questioned the party’s handling of its governorship primary in Adamawa State. Lawal made the remarks in a Facebook post on Sunday titled “Kachalla Series Three,” alleging that the party substituted the candidate who emerged from its governorship primary. According to him, Engr. Umar Suleiman won the primary but was later replaced with Tukur Moddibo, a decision he claimed was influenced by ethnic considerations and one he alleged Atiku played a role in. Lawal compared the process through which the ADC and the All Progressives Congress (APC) produced their candidates to buying products from the online marketplace Temu, and also took a swipe at Atiku’s presidential bid, describing it in similarly disparaging terms. The claims represent Lawal’s personal assessment of the candidates and the selection process.

IGP Reveals Why Osun Commissioner Was Removed

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has explained that the Commissioner of Police in Osun State, Ibrahim Gotan, was asked to step aside following complaints from political parties and stakeholders ahead of the August 15 governorship election. Disu disclosed this during a press briefing that circulated widely on social media on Sunday, saying the decision followed concerns raised by politicians over their confidence in the state’s police leadership. According to the IGP, the police subsequently introduced an Electoral Commissioner of Police to take charge of security operations ahead of the election, a move he said was taken to boost confidence in security arrangements for the poll. Disu added that additional senior officers would also be deployed to the state as part of preparations for the election.

“I Am Waiting For A Debate On This” – Umahi Challenges Critics Of Lagos-Calabar Highway Project

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has challenged critics of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project to a public debate, insisting that the project is progressing and will help unlock Nigeria’s economic potential. Umahi spoke on Sunday during a press conference and stakeholders’ engagement on the project in Lagos, dismissing claims that construction would not progress beyond Epe, Lagos State, and saying work had already advanced beyond the area. He said work was ongoing on different sections of the project, estimated to cost about ₦4 billion per kilometre, adding that Lot 1 had been completed while Lot 2 was more than 80 per cent complete.

Christians In Nigeria Must Up Their Political Game – Okonkwo

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has urged Nigerian Christians to become more actively involved in politics, saying they must adopt what he described as a “liberation theology approach” to rescue the country. Okonkwo made the call in a statement on Sunday while reacting to concerns raised by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) during their July 28, 2026 meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The bishops, led by the Archbishop of Kaduna, Matthew Ndagoso, had visited Tinubu to discuss the political climate, economy and security situation in the country. According to Okonkwo, the bishops expressed concern that people around the President were presenting a rosy picture that did not reflect the reality on the ground, telling Tinubu that “the nation is bleeding” due to insecurity while the economy was failing to improve conditions for poor Nigerians. He said the bishops’ greatest concern, however, was the danger of Nigeria sliding into a one-party state, alleging they believed the ruling APC was determined to win elections “at all costs, by all means.”

Notorious Bandit Leader Ado Aleiro Loses Son, Eight Relatives In Katsina Clash

Notorious bandit leader Ado Aleiro has reportedly lost his son, eight other family members and about 30 motorcycles following a recent encounter at Doma village in Katsina State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama, citing intelligence reports dated August 9, said the losses dealt a major setback to Aleiro’s criminal network operating across parts of the North-West. According to the report, about 30 motorcycles deployed by the syndicate during the encounter failed to return, with the fighters using them reportedly killed, while Aleiro’s son and eight other family members were also said to be among those killed. The loss of the motorcycles is considered significant given that criminal gangs operating across Katsina, Zamfara and neighbouring states rely heavily on them to move fighters and supplies across difficult terrain, a setback that could reduce the syndicate’s mobility and ability to rapidly deploy its members.

Nollywood Actress, Tope Osoba Died In A Police Station – Fiancé Reveals

The fiancé of late Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba, Prophet Itunu Onadeko, has alleged that the actress died at a police station in Ikorodu, Lagos State, dismissing speculation that her death resulted from complications arising from breast cancer. Onadeko made the claim on Saturday during an interview with the Celestial Reality Check, the media investigative unit of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC). The cleric, who is the Shepherd-in-Charge of CCC Onibuore Cathedral in Bogije, Ibeju-Lekki, also denied allegations that Osoba was poisoned or maltreated before her death, saying he learnt of her death through an unidentified caller around midnight. He said he did not know the specific police station where she allegedly died, adding that Osoba had earlier insisted on visiting a woman identified as Mrs Kehinde Osoba, who he said also runs a church, and that the actress was accompanied at the time by a hairdresser with whom she had been staying.

‘I Felt Bad For Him’ – Akon Opens Up On P-Square Feud

Senegalese-American singer and record producer Akon has opened up on the long-running dispute involving former P-Square twin brothers, Peter and Paul Okoye, revealing his experience with the group and their former management. Akon spoke on the issue during an interview with Afrocani, recalling his work with the now-defunct music duo and saying he had noticed problems with how its management was being handled. He said he became concerned about the professionalism of P-Square’s management following an incident involving Nigerian singer May D, when the management sought to shoot a music video for a song featuring May D’s vocals without allowing him to appear in the video — a decision Akon said raised immediate concerns for him, particularly given how central May D’s voice was to the song.

WAFCON 2026: Cameroon Dump Super Falcons Out, World Cup Ticket Slips

Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-final encounter after Nyadjou’s first-half strike proved decisive. Nyadjou found the net in the 19th minute to give Cameroon the lead, which they defended for the remainder of the contest despite sustained pressure from the Nigerian side. The Super Falcons created several chances in search of an equaliser but were repeatedly denied by Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina, who produced eight saves to preserve her side’s advantage until the final whistle. The narrow defeat ended Nigeria’s WAFCON campaign at the quarter-final stage and denied them immediate qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Arsenal Suffer 3-2 Defeat To Dortmund In Emirates Cup

Arsenal’s wait to win the Emirates Cup continues after the English Premier League champions suffered a 3-2 defeat to Borussia Dortmund on Sunday afternoon. The Gunners started the pre-season encounter brightly, but it was Dortmund who broke the deadlock through Samuele Inacio, before Konstantinos Karetsas doubled the visitors’ advantage with a curling effort. Mikel Arteta’s side responded before the break through Ethan Nwaneri, but Dortmund restored their two-goal cushion by scrambling the ball in from a corner. Arsenal continued pushing forward and were rewarded with a penalty, which new signing Viktor Gyokeres calmly converted to reduce the deficit to 3-2. Despite late efforts, the hosts could not find an equaliser before the final whistle.

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