Nigeria Newspapers: Top 10 stories for October 26, 2025
- Good morning, here are the summary of top stories in Nigeria Today from Lens News
1. Kano Communities Hit by Bandit Cross-Border Attacks
Residents of Shanono LGA in Kano say armed bandits from neighbouring Katsina are launching repeated raids on their towns. The community leader, Alhaji Yahaya Bagobiri, pleaded for urgent federal and state intervention, warning that the situation is spiralling out of control.
2. Truck Plunges Off Oshodi Bridge, One Injured
A six-tyre truck loaded with toner printing materials reportedly lost brakes and skidded off the Oshodi Bridge toward Mile 2 in Lagos, leaving one man gravely injured and sparking a swift rescue by LASTMA officials.
3. Edo Police Probe Viral Video of Mutilation
After viral footage showed two young men viciously attacked, one’s hand severed the Edo State Police confirmed they’ve launched a full investigation into the brutality.
4. Suspected Arms Dealer Arrested in Delta State
Delta Police say they have apprehended a suspected arms peddler along with a female accomplice in Warri. The arrests were confirmed via statement from SP Bright Edafe.
5. Four Arrested Over Lover-Murder in Sokoto
Police in Sokoto have arrested four suspects, including a woman, allegedly connected to the murder of a man lured by his girlfriend and her accomplices in Gada LGA.
6. Lagos DPO Dies After Surgery
The Divisional Police Officer of Festac Division, CSP Matilda Ngbaronye, has died following surgery at Mayriamville Medical Centre in Surulere, Lagos, the state Police Command confirmed.
7. Kebbi PDP Rejects National Chair Nomination Report
PDP in Kebbi State has publicly rejected claims that Alhaji Kabiru Tanimu was nominated for National Chairman. The party’s state spokesperson, Alhaji Sani Dododo, denied the report.
8. Memorial Service for Stella Obasanjo Held
Former President Obasanjo, his family and associates held a memorial service in Abeokuta to mark 20 years since the passing of his late wife, Mrs Stella Obasanjo.
9. Ortom Vows PDP Revival in Benue Ahead of 2027
Former Governor Samuel Ortom, now a key PDP figure in Benue, reaffirmed his commitment to repositioning the party to regain power in the state by the 2027 elections.
10. Constitution Review Panel Approves New South-East State
Nigeria’s Joint Parliamentary Committee on Constitution Review has cleared the creation of an additional state in the South East, increasing the zone’s state count to six.
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