Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 15 October 2026

October 15, 2026

FG Approves New East-West Grid To End Power Collapses

The Federal Government has approved plans to build a new eastern-western electricity grid to address Nigeria’s recurring grid collapses. Power Minister Joseph Tegbe disclosed this at the HBSAN energy conference in Lagos, where he outlined plans to tackle long-standing weaknesses in the country’s electricity transmission infrastructure.

APC Inaugurates 2027 Presidential Campaign Council

The All Progressives Congress inaugurated its Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 election on Wednesday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. Expressing confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s record and reforms, party leaders rallied support for his re-election, with opposition figures also pledging to back his bid.

Boko Haram Attacks Military Base In Borno, Soldiers Feared Dead

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked a military formation in Mairari community, Guzamala Local Government Area of Borno State, on Tuesday midnight, leaving some soldiers feared dead. Local sources said the attack lasted over two hours, with casualties feared on both sides.

Lagos Accord Leaders Ask Adeleke To Clarify Political Allegiance

Two Accord Party leaders in Lagos have urged Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to clarify his political allegiance following reports that he was appointed coordinator of President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 campaign in Osun. Oke Sewedo and Oladeji Oluwatosin made the call in an open letter to Adeleke and the party’s national leadership.

INEC Chair: Algorithms Won’t Decide 2027 Elections

INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has said algorithms will not determine the outcome of the 2027 general elections, insisting voters alone decide who governs Nigeria. He warned that while artificial intelligence could influence electoral administration and voter information, it must remain subordinate to human judgment and democratic institutions.

Tinubu: I Won’t Attend Every Campaign Event

President Bola Tinubu has said he will not accompany the APC Presidential Campaign Council to every campaign event ahead of 2027, citing the need to prioritise governance, economic obligations and investor attraction. He made the declaration on Wednesday in Abuja while inaugurating the council, urging members to lead mobilisation nationwide.

Police Arrest Suspected Ritualist For Exhuming Girl’s Corpse In Osun

Police have arrested a suspected ritualist, Saheed Babalola, for allegedly exhuming a corpse and severing its head and wrist in Feesu community, near Iwo, Osun State. The deceased, an 18-year-old girl who lived in the same compound, reportedly died under suspicious circumstances on Sunday and was buried within the premises that day.

Wike Urges APC Governors To Deliver States For Tinubu

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged APC governors to work hard to ensure President Bola Tinubu wins next year’s election. Speaking at the inauguration of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council in Abuja on Wednesday, he said any governor who fails to deliver his state should not join others in claiming victory if Tinubu is re-elected.

Kwara Police Arrest Four Over Grave Exhumation, Ritual Killings

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested four men over two separate incidents involving the alleged removal of human heads from exhumed graves and possession of suspected human hands for money rituals. Commissioner of Police Ojo Adekimi disclosed this on Tuesday in Ilorin while briefing journalists on the investigations.

Banker, Seven Others Arraigned Over N710m Fraud In Lagos

The Police Special Fraud Unit has arraigned a banker and seven other defendants before the Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged N710 million proof-of-funds fraud. The defendants, including Elvis Osazee Eghile and Egharevba MaryJane Osarieyekemwen, were arraigned on a 12-count charge.

Tinubu: “You Will Excuse Me From Going Everywhere With You”

President Bola Tinubu has hinted he may skip some 2027 campaign rallies. Speaking at the APC Presidential Campaign Council’s inauguration at Aso Rock, Abuja, on Wednesday, he said he may not visit all states, adding: “We have bills to pay. The American creditors cannot wait.”

IGP Disu Promises Professional Police Conduct In 2027 Polls

Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has assured Nigerians that the police will perform professionally before, during and after the 2027 elections. Speaking after the launch of a book on women in the police force, he said a recent meeting with commissioners reviewed past election performance and shortcomings.

INEC Chair: AI Must Remain “Servant, Not Master” Of Democracy

INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan has declared that algorithms will not decide the 2027 general elections, insisting the ballot alone determines who governs. Speaking at the Artificial Intelligence and Democracy Forum 2026 in Abuja, he said technology must serve human agency, institutional efficiency and administrative transparency.

Ondo Monarch Raises Alarm Over Decaying Bodies From NAF Crash

The Igbokoda monarch, Afolabi Odidiomo, has decried the federal government’s failure to retrieve bodies from the October 5 crash of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft carrying 25 people in Ilaje LGA, Ondo State. He said decomposing bodies are contaminating the swamp and called for an urgent clean-up to prevent an epidemic.

Wike Warns APC Governors Against Claiming Victory Without Delivering States

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has warned APC campaign council members against claiming victory if they fail to deliver their states for President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday, he expressed optimism that Rivers State and the FCT would vote massively for Tinubu, and praised Governors Soludo and Adeleke for attending.

Court Adjourns El-Rufai’s Case Till December 8

A Federal High Court in Kaduna has adjourned former Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s case until December 8, 2026, after a newly assigned prosecution lawyer requested time to study the case. Justice Hauwa Buhari granted the request. El-Rufai faces allegations of financial misconduct during his tenure from 2015 to 2023, which the ICPC is investigating.

Gospel Singer Toluwanisings Reportedly Dead

Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, is reportedly dead. Convener of the Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates, Pelumi Olajengbesi, announced this on Instagram on Wednesday, expressing concern over young Nigerians’ deaths. Comedian Woli Agba said they were still praying for a miracle.

Peller Reveals Wife Caught Him Masturbating In Barbados

TikTok personality Peller has said his partner, Jarvis, caught him masturbating while they were in Barbados. He disclosed this during a TikTok livestream, explaining he would rather masturbate than be unfaithful, and that a doctor had advised them to temporarily abstain from sex.

Emenike Slams Governors Over Alleged Embezzlement

Former Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike has criticised Nigerian governors over alleged mismanagement of public funds. In an Instagram post on October 14, he accused some leaders of lacking development plans and using office for personal gain, and faulted security personnel protecting politicians amid economic hardship. He named no governor.

Leão Backs Yamal To Win Ballon d’Or

AC Milan winger Rafael Leão has backed Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d’Or and lead the club to major trophies. Speaking to TNT Sports BR on Tuesday after Barcelona’s Champions League clash with Galatasaray, he praised Yamal’s talent, personality and humility.

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