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October 17, 2026

London Political Summit 2026 Honours African Leaders, Diaspora Achievers and Advances Education Partnerships

International recognition, educational cooperation and stronger Africa–UK relations marked the three-day gathering in London. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM As African nations pursue economic transformation, the contributions of political institutions, entrepreneurs, traditional authorities and diaspora communities are becoming increasingly important. International platforms connecting these stakeholders offer opportunities to strengthen governance, attract investment and support practical development. The... Read More
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October 17, 2026

CYBERSECURITY: Be Careful with Free WiFi in Public Places – AIG Ezima Cautions Nigerians 

By Festus Fifen   The Nigeria Police Force has urged Nigerians to be careful about the networks they connect to and the information they share online especially when using Free Internet Networks in public places, as fraudsters increasingly use digital platforms to target victims with investment scams, romance fraud and sexual extortion especially financial scams... Read More
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October 17, 2026

TETFund Unveils 13 Projects at FUHSA, Pledges Support for Medical Education

…Says Nigeria Must Expand Training of Health Professionals Despite Japa Syndrome The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has commissioned 13 projects at the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare (FUHSA), Bauchi State, in a move aimed at strengthening medical education, research and healthcare delivery in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, disclosed this... Read More
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October 16, 2026

LG poll: Police beef up security in Kogi 

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London   The Kogi State Police Command has strengthened its operational arrangements ahead of the local government election scheduled for Saturday.   The command assured residents of its commitment to providing a secure environment for the peaceful conduct of the exercise.   A statement issued on Thursday by the command’s... Read More
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October 16, 2026

Gov Ododo Congratulates Abdullahi On Election As NBBF President

By Sam Biodun Ogundipe in London Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has congratulated Dr Mustapha Abdullahi on his election as president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the governor’s Special Adviser, Ismail Isah. Ododo said he was delighted by Abdullahi’s emergence and expressed confidence in... Read More
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October 16, 2026

11th London Political Summit Honours Kenyan President, Nigerian Governors, Diaspora Leaders, and Celebrates Legacies

At a time when Africa’s democratic institutions, economic development and international partnerships face growing scrutiny, the 11th Annual London Political Summit and Awards (LPSA) 2026 brought political leaders, diplomats, business representatives and civil society stakeholders together to advance dialogue on peace, accountable governance and sustainable development. Held from 12–14 October in London, the three-day summit... Read More
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October 16, 2026

CYBER SECURITY: Look Inward, Your Own Staff May Be The weak Link- IGP Disu Charges Fintechs 

By Festus Fifen   The Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police IGP Olatunji Disu on Thursday told banks, fintechs and payment firms to stop watching only the outside door stating that the next big fraud may come from someone with a staff Identification.   Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign at... Read More
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October 16, 2026

SEXTORTION: Report Early to Avoid Regrets, Cyber Security Chief AIG Akaninyene Urges Nigerians 

By Festus Fifen   Sextortion has pushed some victims to take their own lives, the head of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre has said, urging Nigerians to report online blackmail early and without shame.   Speaking at the 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Campaign in Abuja, AIG Akaninyene Ezima called sextortion a nagging issue, saying... Read More
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October 15, 2026

Britain and Germany Strengthen Trade Alliance as Leaders Explore Investment, Technology and Global Opportunities

LONDON, 15 October 2026 As global economic competition intensifies, Britain and Germany are seeking deeper industrial cooperation, stronger investment partnerships and fewer trade barriers to reinforce their positions in an increasingly uncertain international marketplace. These priorities shaped the German British Business Summit at London’s historic Mansion House, bringing together diplomats, government representatives and business leaders... Read More
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October 14, 2026

FOOD SAFETY IN NIGERIA: Have NAFDAC, SON And Other Regulatory Agencies Failed Us? 

By Festus Fifen   Walk into almost any open market and shopping mall in Abuja, Lagos, Onitsha, Aba or Kano today and the evidence is impossible to miss, dyed palm oil with different substances sold as pure, bleached fruit ripen with calcium carbide passed off as fresh, soft drinks and malt beverages bottled in unmarked... Read More
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