Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 09 November 2026

November 9, 2026

Keyamo: ADC Will Contest 2027 Polls, But Atiku May Miss Ballot

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said the African Democratic Congress (ADC) will participate in the 2027 general elections, but Atiku Abubakar and other candidates produced by the David Mark-led faction may not appear on the ballot. Keyamo dismissed claims that the recent Federal High Court judgment affecting the party’s leadership could stop the ADC from taking part in the elections.

Jigawa Speaker: Voting Tinubu In 2027 Compulsory For Residents

The Speaker of the Jigawa House of Assembly, Haruna Dangyatin, has declared that voting for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections is compulsory for residents of the state. Dangyatin made the declaration on Saturday in Dutse, at the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential and governorship campaign council.

Bandits Kill 12 Family Members, Abduct Seven In Zamfara

Armed bandits have killed 12 members of the same family after setting their residence ablaze in Gidan Taba village, Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Seven other residents were abducted during the Saturday night attack in Dosara Birnin Kaya Ward, despite the community’s efforts to alert security agencies.

Sultanate Council Directs Muslims To Look Out For Jumada Assaniya Moon

The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has called on Muslims across Nigeria to search for the new crescent moon of Jumada Assaniya 1448AH on Monday, November 9, 2026. The directive was contained in a statement dated November 8, signed by Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu and made available to journalists on Sunday.

FG Seeks $500m World Bank Loan Days Before Next President’s Inauguration

The Federal Government is seeking a fresh $500m World Bank loan to establish an infrastructure financing platform, with approval proposed for May 25, 2027, four days before the next president’s inauguration. The planned borrowing comes as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 elections, raising questions about its timing and implications for the incoming administration.

NLC Orders Three-Day Sympathy Strike In Osun

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed workers in Osun State to begin a three-day sympathy strike at midnight on Sunday, demanding the release of statutory allocations due to local government areas. In a statement, Osun NLC Chairman Christopher Arapasopo and Secretary Victor Amusan said the action was in solidarity with the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees.

Lagos Barber Dies Day After Release From Police Custody

A Lagos-based barber, Babajide Adelowo, has died a day after being released from police custody, where he allegedly spent 28 days following his arrest over suspected possession of firearms. His family, however, accused the officers of subjecting him to severe torture while in detention.

NDLEA Arrests Ugandan Woman For Allegedly Smuggling Cocaine At Lagos Airport

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 34-year-old Ugandan woman, Farida Nansubuga, for allegedly attempting to smuggle 1.15 kilogrammes of cocaine from Nigeria to Uganda. She was arrested on Tuesday at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, while preparing to board a flight to Uganda.

Police Officer, Woman Die In Bayelsa Waterway Accidents

A police officer and a woman have died in two separate waterway accidents in Bayelsa State, while seven passengers were rescued after a boat capsized in Brass Local Government Area. The incidents occurred in Brass and Sagbama Local Government Areas of the state.

Ogun Police Rescue 10 Abducted Bus Passengers, Kill Suspected Kidnapper

The Ogun State Police Command has rescued 10 passengers abducted by gunmen from a commercial bus at Orita Fufu, Awa-Ijebu, and killed one suspected kidnapper in a subsequent operation. A statement issued on Sunday said the victims regained their freedom unharmed at about 8.30pm on Saturday, following sustained security pressure and intelligence-led efforts.

Presidency Rejects Claim Tinubu Borrowed ₦120trn In Three Years

The Presidency has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu borrowed ₦120 trillion within three years, calling the figures circulating online misleading. Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, said on Sunday that the comparison ignored ₦22.7 trillion in Ways and Means advances recognised in May 2023 and a ₦13.4 trillion rise in debt value caused by exchange rate unification.

Kwankwaso Faults National Assembly Over Tax Reform Bills

Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has accused the National Assembly of approving President Bola Tinubu’s bills regardless of public concern, describing lawmakers as a rubber stamp. He spoke at the inauguration of the NDC campaign council in Dutse, Jigawa State, faulting the passage of the tax reform bills and their implications for ordinary Nigerians.

NLC Denies Negotiating ₦40,000 Wage Adjustment For Federal Workers

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has denied negotiating the ₦40,000 consequential adjustment granted to federal workers after the ₦70,000 minimum wage. In a statement signed Sunday by Acting General Secretary Benson Upah, it said the negotiation rested solely with public sector unions, and accused unnamed persons of distorting collective bargaining to divide workers.

Kwankwaso Regrets Rejecting Alliance With Peter Obi In 2023

NDC vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed regret over failing to team up with the party’s flagbearer, Peter Obi, in the 2023 election. Speaking to supporters on Saturday in Dutse, Jigawa State, he said a joint ticket could have defeated the APC. He had earlier rejected the proposal, citing more political experience and higher academic qualifications.

INEC Awaits Certified Judgment Before Taking Position On ADC Crisis

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will take no position on the African Democratic Congress leadership crisis until it reviews the certified true copy of the Federal High Court judgment nullifying the David Mark-led committee. National Commissioner Mohammed Haruna said the commission would deliberate next week and comply with any injunction secured by the Mark faction.

Amaechi Reveals Meeting With Atiku After Court Ruling Against ADC

ADC vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, says he and presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar held an emergency meeting after the Federal High Court in Abuja nullified the David Mark-led leadership and Atiku’s nomination. Speaking on Mainland 98.3FM, Amaechi warned that a judgment against his party’s leadership could trigger unrest.

Funke Akindele Says Influencer Rejected Paid Promo For ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, says a social media influencer rejected her offer to pay for promotional content for her 2024 film, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’. Speaking at the Creative Africa Nexus Weekend, she said she waited several days before the influencer’s management declined, adding that the experience did not discourage her from seeking promotional partnerships.

Osuofia: Yoruba Started Home Video, Not Nollywood

Veteran actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, says the Yoruba started home video in Nigeria, not Nollywood. Appearing on ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’, he explained that the name Nollywood did not exist when filmmakers began, and credited Yoruba filmmakers, including Hubert Ogunde, with popularising home video. He said his earlier position had been misunderstood.

Manchester United, Aston Villa Share Spoils In Eight-Goal Thriller

Manchester United twice fought back from two goals down to draw 4-4 with Aston Villa in a Premier League thriller at Old Trafford on Sunday, November 8. Alysson and Nicolas Jackson put Villa 2-0 up inside four minutes. The draw leaves United with one win in 10 league games, their worst start since 1972/73.

Flamingos Receive $50,000 Reward After Historic U-17 World Cup Triumph

The Flamingos of Nigeria have received a $50,000 reward following their victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. National Sports Commission sponsor, Alhaji Saleh Ahmadu, presented it on Saturday night. The team beat Japan 2-1 in Rabat on November 7, becoming the first African nation to win the tournament.

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