Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 13 November 2026

APC Council Condemns Pre-Election Violence, Urges Security Alert

The APC Presidential Campaign Council has condemned violence ahead of the 2027 elections. In a Thursday statement, Dele Alake expressed dismay over the disruption of an NDC town hall meeting. He asked security agencies to stay alert to prevent similar incidents.

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Court Orders Maina’s Son To Serve Seven-Year Term

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered that Faisal, son of ex-convict Abdulrasheed Maina, be committed to a correctional centre to serve his seven-year sentence after his re-arrest. Justice James Omotosho gave the order on an EFCC ex parte motion moved by its lawyer, M.K. Hussain.

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Mutfwang Lifts Curfew In Three Plateau LGAs

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has lifted the curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas, effective immediately. Information Commissioner Joyce Ramnap said on Thursday the decision, taken with security agencies, followed relative peace in the areas.

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UNN Declares Three-Day Mourning After Four Students Die At Party

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, has declared three days of mourning after four students died at an off-campus party. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Simon Ortuanya told journalists on Thursday that 10 students attended the November 11 party, held to celebrate a friend who finished final-year exams.

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Senate Condemns Political Violence Ahead Of 2027

The Senate has strongly condemned political violence, attacks and disruption of political activities across the country. It criticised violence, intimidation, assault and property destruction at rallies, meetings and processions, irrespective of the parties or individuals affected, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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ADC Lawyer: Court Judgment Did Not Void Atiku’s Candidacy

ADC lawyer Kalu Kalu says Justice Peter Lifu’s judgment nullifying the David Mark-led leadership did not invalidate Atiku Abubakar’s candidacy for the January 16, 2027 presidential election. He said the orders did not expressly nullify Atiku’s nomination and accused some Nigerians of reading conclusions into the ruling.

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Troops Kill Suspected Terrorist, Arrest Two In Katsina, Sokoto

Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma killed a suspected terrorist and arrested two others in separate operations in Katsina and Sokoto states on November 10 and 11. They recovered two AK-47 rifles, ammunition, a motorcycle and three mobile phones.

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INEC Begins Distribution Of Non-Sensitive Materials

INEC has begun distributing non-sensitive materials to some states ahead of the 2027 elections. National Commissioner Prof Rhoda Gumus disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a meeting with a delegation from Kenya’s electoral commission led by High Commissioner Isaac Parashina.

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Police Arrest Corporal, Eight Others Over Cultism, Kidnapping In Oyo

Oyo police have arrested a serving corporal and eight other suspects in separate operations involving alleged cultism and kidnapping. Force spokesman Ani Iniedu said on Thursday that operatives raided a suspected Aiye Confraternity hideout on Sunday.

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Fubara: Supporters Unwilling To Join Rainbow Coalition Free To Leave

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara says supporters unwilling to join the Rainbow Coalition are free to leave, insisting his return to his political family is non-negotiable. He spoke on Thursday in Port Harcourt at the inauguration of the Rivers APC Presidential Campaign Council Rainbow Coalition.

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Makinde Accuses Tinubu Government Of Excuses

Oyo Governor and APM presidential candidate Seyi Makinde has accused President Bola Tinubu’s government of offering excuses instead of progress on the economy and security. In a Thursday newsletter, he said every government inherits problems but must address them, explaining why he is challenging Tinubu in 2027.

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NDC Chieftain Says Supporters Disarmed APC Thugs In Lagos

NDC New Media Director Theo Abu Agada has praised party supporters for disarming alleged APC thugs who attacked an NDC town hall in Lagos. The attackers reportedly carried cutlasses, cudgels and stones. Agada, writing on X on Thursday, said the APC cannot win without thugs and ballot-box snatching.

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INEC Begins Movement Of Non-Sensitive Materials To Zones

INEC has started dispatching non-sensitive materials to zonal offices for the 2027 polls. Commissioner Prof Rhoda Gumus said on Thursday that nine planned activities were complete and PVC production was finished. She added that Nigerians abroad cannot vote in 2027 because the Electoral Act does not provide for it.

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ASCSN Demands ₦300,000 Minimum Wage

The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria has demanded a ₦300,000 monthly minimum wage for federal workers. President Shehu Mohammed made the demand on Thursday at its Abuja NEC meeting, saying the current ₦70,000 can no longer guarantee a decent standard of living.

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Obi Camp Alleges INEC, Presidency Plan To Rig 2027 Election

The Peter Obi Media Office has alleged that individuals linked to INEC and the presidency plan to manipulate the 2027 elections, including by relocating polling and collation centres and inserting fictitious names into the voter register. It demanded an independent review of recent register uploads.

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Galadima Knocks ADC Over Reaction To Justice Lifu’s Illness

NDC chieftain Buba Galadima has said ADC members are not intelligent, accusing them of celebrating Justice Peter Lifu’s reported illness. Speaking on AIT on Wednesday, he argued that the judge’s absence could delay an appeal, since no other judge could sign the records of proceedings.

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Speed Darlington Apologises To Burna Boy, Seeks Withdrawal Of Charges

Singer Speed Darlington has apologised to Burna Boy and asked him to withdraw charges against him. In an Instagram video on Thursday, he promised to stop commenting on the singer’s sexuality and not mention his name again if the legal dispute is resolved.

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Seun Kuti Says Fela Went To Court About 300 Times

Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti says his late father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, appeared in court about 300 times over allegations including murder, sabotage and armed robbery. He made the disclosure on The Truth Hurts show on Wednesday.

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Manchester United Reportedly Sack Michael Carrick

Manchester United have reportedly sacked manager Michael Carrick after a poor start to the 2026/2027 season, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano said on X on Thursday. The decision followed a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa at Old Trafford. Carrick had led United to third place last season.

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Chelle Urges Super Eagles To Win Both Tanzania Qualifiers

Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle has urged his players to win both AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania. Nigeria host the Taifa Stars in Uyo on Friday before travelling to Zanzibar on November 17. The team is under pressure after a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau.