Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 08 November 2026

Adeboye Ordered Refund Of Billions Donated By Fraudster To RCCG – EFCC Chairman

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede has said RCCG General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, ordered the refund of a multi-billion naira donation after it was linked to financial crime. Speaking on Saturday at a pre-Holy Ghost Congress meeting, Olukoyede did not name the donor, project or amount. He urged church officials to verify donations’ sources and warned religious status offers no shield from prosecution.

Explain What Your Administration Has Done With ₦15.8 Trillion Saved From Fuel Subsidy Removal – Peter Obi Dares Tinubu

Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has asked President Bola Tinubu to account for the ₦15.8 trillion saved from fuel subsidy removal. In a Saturday post on 𝕏, Obi also asked him to explain how the $100 billion in loans taken since 2023 were used, and urged him to visit other states to witness citizens’ hardship.

‘Atiku Is Intellectually Malnourished’ – Shettima Fires Opposition Candidates

Vice President Kashim Shettima has described Atiku Abubakar as “intellectually malnourished” over his stance on fuel subsidy removal, while declaring Peter Obi politically irrelevant. Speaking on Saturday at Tinubu’s campaign in Ikwerre, Rivers State, Shettima accused Atiku of heeding “voodoo economists” and defended the president’s policies as having saved Nigeria from economic collapse.

‘I Am Aware’ – Power Minister Gives Update On Blackout, Reveals When Electricity Will Improve

The Federal Government says electricity supply could begin improving within 48 to 72 hours. Power Minister Joseph Tegbe said in a Friday statement that Egbin maintenance, gas supply problems and sabotaged transmission lines reduced grid supply, affecting four states including Lagos and the FCT. He said generating units would return in phases while repairs and gas supply improve.

‘I Cannot Stay In Darkness’ – Okowa Dumps Opposition, Backs Tinubu For Second Term

Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election. Speaking on Saturday at the APC campaign rally in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Okowa, Atiku Abubakar’s 2023 running mate, said circumstances had changed. He said Tinubu had shown good intentions for Nigeria despite the difficulties some policies caused.

‘Tinubu Won’t Listen Unless Confronted’ – Dele Momodu Reacts To Makinde’s Appeal Over Atiku, ADC

ADC chieftain Dele Momodu has said President Bola Tinubu will not heed appeals over the nullification of Atiku Abubakar’s candidacy unless confronted. Reacting on 𝕏 to Governor Seyi Makinde’s video urging the administration not to destroy democratic institutions, Momodu said Tinubu had “crossed the Rubicon,” warning of severe consequences for the country.

Nigeria’s Future Does Not Look Bright – Boma Akpore Raises Alarm Ahead Of 2027 Elections

Nollywood actor and former Big Brother Naija housemate Boma Akpore has said Nigeria appears to be heading in the wrong direction. In an interview with TheCable, he said his concerns stem from widespread hardship, not personal circumstances, and urged citizens to take the 2027 elections seriously by making decisions that would improve lives.

I Would Never Marry A Man Who Plans To Take A Second Wife – Moji Afolayan

Nollywood actress Moji Afolayan has said she would never marry a man planning a second wife, citing her experience growing up in a polygamous family. She told African A-List the household exposed her to situations she would not wish on another woman. She later married a widower, whose first wife died before their marriage.

AFCON Qualifiers: Chelle Drops Osimhen, Okoye For Tanzania Match, Uzoho Returns

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has dropped Victor Osimhen and goalkeeper Maduka Okoye from his 24-man squad for the AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania. Francis Uzoho returns, while Tochukwu Nnadi gets a first invitation. Nigeria host Tanzania in Uyo on November 13, then travel to Dar es Salaam on November 17, trailing Guinea-Bissau by three points.

Bad News For Nigeria As Victor Osimhen Goes Under The Knife

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery after Galatasaray confirmed an MRI found a loose body in his left knee, following a strain against VfB Stuttgart. The 26-year-old will miss the club’s next match and Nigeria’s AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania on November 13 and 17. No return date has been given.