Nigeria newspaper: Top 10 stories in Nigeria today (October 31, 2025)
Good morning! Here’s the summary of the top 10 stories in Nigeria today:
1. Senate Confirms Dr. Bernard Doro as Minister
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dr. Bernard Doro as a minister after a brief 30-minute screening witnessed by APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda.
2. Tinubu Decorates New Service Chiefs
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decorated the newly appointed Service Chiefs with their new ranks, including General Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff and Lieutenant General Emmanuel Undiendeye as Chief of Defence Intelligence.
3. Marketers Warn of Possible Fuel Price Hike
Major petroleum marketers cautioned that the newly introduced 15% import duty on petrol and diesel could trigger another round of fuel price hikes, sparking division in the oil sector.
4. Church Condemns Killing of Kaduna Cleric
The United Church of Christ in Nigeria (HEKAN) has condemned the killing of Reverend Yahaya Kambasaya and the abduction of villagers in Kauru LGA, Kaduna State, describing the attack as barbaric.
5. Bandits Kill Three in Sokoto Attack
Armed bandits invaded Kurawa village in Sokoto’s Sabon Birni LGA, killing three people including the acting village head and abducting several others while rustling over 40 cattle.
6. Tinubu Orders Service Chiefs to Deliver Results
President Tinubu charged newly appointed military chiefs to deliver tangible results against terrorism and banditry, saying Nigerians want outcomes, not excuses.
7. Army Announces Major Redeployments
Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has approved fresh postings and appointments of senior officers across formations to boost operational efficiency.
8. Bayelsa Deputy Governor Seeks Court Protection
Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to stop an alleged impeachment plot against him, claiming political victimization.
9. INEC Clears Eight Political Groups for Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced that eight political associations have met initial requirements for registration while six were disqualified.
10. Adeleke Boasts Ahead of 2026 Election
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke declared that no one can unseat him in the 2026 governorship election, expressing confidence that President Tinubu would not interfere.
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