Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 07 November 2026

November 7, 2026

Tinubu Mocks Obi Over Anambra Erosion Crisis

President Bola Tinubu on Friday mocked Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his alleged failure to tackle erosion in Anambra State while governor. Tinubu spoke at an All Progressives Congress campaign rally in Akwa Ibom State, addressing party supporters and members.

Nasarawa Police Arrest Four Suspected Cultists Over Soldier’s Killing

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested four suspected cultists over the stabbing to death of a military officer, Corporal Benjamin Jige. In a Friday statement on its X account, the command said a combined team of police operatives and military personnel made the arrests.

NAFDAC Warns Imo Patent Medicine Dealers Against Selling Fake, Expired Drugs

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control on Friday warned patent medicine dealers in Imo State against selling lethal, counterfeit and expired drugs. Director-General Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye issued the warning in Owerri at a workshop on pharmacovigilance and drug distribution safety.

Wike Urges Rivers Residents To Re-Elect Tinubu In 2027

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged Rivers State residents to re-elect President Bola Tinubu in 2027. He said Tinubu deserved another term for bold reforms, including fuel subsidy removal, increased allocations to states and councils, improved university stability, and the proposed establishment of state police.

Abia Police Rescue 10 Children, Recover 15 Firearms, 30 Vehicles

The Abia State Police Command has arrested suspects linked to the October 17 attack on Uratta Divisional Police Headquarters, rescued 10 stolen children and recovered 15 firearms and 30 stolen vehicles. It also arrested 109 suspects, comprising 89 males and 20 females, over 211 criminal cases recorded between September 11 and November 6.

Amaechi Vows To Resign If ADC Fails To Deliver Change Within One Year

African Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, has said he will resign if Nigerians do not see positive change within one year of the party taking power. He made the remark on Friday during an interview on NewsCentral TV, where he discussed the party’s proposed economic policies ahead of the 2027 elections.

Malami Condemns Attacks, Demolition During ADC Campaign Flag-Off In Kebbi

The Kebbi State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Abubakar Malami, has condemned alleged attacks, intimidation and destruction of property during the party’s presidential campaign flag-off in Birnin Kebbi. He called for an impartial probe into the demolition of the Malami Pressure Group headquarters on Sani Abacha Bypass, citing concerns over democratic freedoms.

Atiku Rejects Court Ruling, Insists He Remains In 2027 Race

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has rejected the latest court ruling affecting the African Democratic Congress, insisting he will remain in the 2027 presidential race. In a Friday statement, he said the judgment nullifying the David Mark-led leadership and his nomination should not be mistaken for the will of Nigerians.

APC Tells ADC To Resolve Leadership Crisis, Dismisses Collusion Claims

The All Progressives Congress has urged the African Democratic Congress to resolve its leadership crisis instead of accusing the ruling party of colluding with the judiciary. National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka described the ADC’s reaction to the judgment nullifying the David Mark-led leadership and Atiku’s candidacy as “senseless rants,” insisting the APC played no role.

Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist In Kaduna, Destroy Hideouts In Zamfara

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have arrested a suspected notorious terrorist in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The troops also intensified clearance operations and dismantled several terrorist hideouts in Zamfara as part of efforts to rid the region of criminal elements.

Atiku Dares Tinubu To Face Opposition In Free, Fair 2027 Poll

ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to face him and other opposition candidates in a free, fair and credible election. In a Friday statement, he accused the government of using political pressure and court processes to weaken opposition parties, warning that court manoeuvres cannot stop Nigerians from deciding the 2027 outcome.

ADC Chairmen Reject Atiku, Amaechi As Authentic Candidates, Threaten Protest

The ADC National Executive Committee Chairmen Forum has threatened a nationwide protest against INEC if it fails to implement Thursday’s court judgment on the party’s leadership. Forum Secretary Kennedy Odion said Atiku and Rotimi Amaechi are not authentic candidates, and urged INEC to replace David Mark’s name on its portal with that of Nafiu Bala Gombe.

Mark-Led ADC Faction Appeals Judgment Removing Leadership

The David Mark-led faction of the ADC has appealed the Federal High Court judgment removing its leadership and filed for a stay of execution. In a Friday statement, the party notified INEC and urged it to take no action until the Court of Appeal rules, while insisting its campaigns would continue.

APC Denies Role In ADC Crisis, Calls Party Leaders ‘Pirates’

The All Progressives Congress has denied responsibility for the crisis in the African Democratic Congress, describing ADC leaders as “pirates” responsible for their own troubles. The APC said the suit was filed by ADC national officers, accused David Mark and Atiku of a hostile takeover, and urged the party to approach the Court of Appeal.

Wike Warns Against Electing Atiku, Alleges He Sold Nigeria’s Assets

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has warned Nigerians against electing ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar. Speaking on Friday at a town hall in Asari-Toru, Rivers State, Wike accused Atiku of supervising the sale of government-owned companies as vice president and challenged him to account for them.

Adeyanju Says Tinubu Would Beat Obi By 7m Votes Without Atiku On Ballot

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has claimed President Bola Tinubu would defeat NDC candidate Peter Obi if Atiku Abubakar is not on the ballot. In a Thursday Facebook post, he called Atiku the greatest threat to Tinubu’s re-election, adding that Tinubu would win by over seven million votes.

Odumodublvck Says Peter Obi Flew Economy, Declined Business Class

Rapper Odumodublvck has said he shared a flight with NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi, who travelled in economy class. In a social media post, he said people had to persuade Obi to move to business class, but he refused, adding that Obi became his seatmate and is “a very simple man.”

Kate Henshaw Slams Power Minister Over Poor Electricity Supply

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed anger over Nigeria’s persistent electricity crisis, calling out Power Minister Joseph Tegbe. In an Instagram post, she complained that power is restored for only minutes before going off again, questioning why she still struggles with basic electricity supply in 2026.

FG Delegation, Infantino, Motsepe To Attend Flamingos’ World Cup Final

A Federal Government delegation led by National Sports Commission Chairman Shehu Dikko will attend Nigeria’s Flamingos’ FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final against Japan in Rabat, Morocco, on Saturday. FIFA President Gianni Infantino and CAF President Patrice Motsepe are also expected. Kick-off is 7:30pm Nigerian time.

Jorge Jesus Says He Didn’t Know Ronaldo Planned To Retire

Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has said he knew nothing about Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision to retire from international football until it became public. Speaking on Friday, Jesus said he had planned to include the Al-Nassr striker in his squad, adding that he has not contacted Ronaldo since the announcement on Thursday.

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