Here are the leading 10 headlines from across the nation.
1. Obasanjo: Nigeria’s complexity doesn’t make it ungovernable
On Tuesday, former President Olusegun Obasanjo described Nigeria as a nation rich in diversity and complexity, yet emphasized that these factors do not render it difficult to govern.
2. Tinubu to deliver Independence Day message to Nigerians on Wednesday
In celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, President Bola Tinubu is set to address the nation on Wednesday.
3. Presidency cites Jonathan’s poor track record as hurdle for 2027 bid
The Presidency stated on Monday that former President Goodluck Jonathan’s “unfavorable” tenure would pose a significant challenge should he decide to run in the 2027 presidential election.
4. Tinubu mourns Arise TV journalist slain in Abuja robbery, demands prompt investigation
President Bola Tinubu expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, a 29-year-old news anchor with Arise Television, who was fatally attacked during a robbery at her home in Katampe, Abuja, and has called for an expedited inquiry.
5. Tinubu credits APC’s decade-long governance with averting Nigeria’s collapse
On Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu asserted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration’s ten-year leadership was instrumental in preventing the nation from falling into crisis.
6. Federal High Court schedules October arraignment for Sowore over social media allegations against Tinubu
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set October 27, 2025, for the trial of activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore, who faces charges concerning purported false and defamatory remarks directed at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
7. Ex-President Kabila sentenced to death for treason by DR Congo military court
Joseph Kabila, former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, was condemned to death for treason by a military tribunal on Tuesday.
8. Ogun State suspends two school principals following student’s death
Authorities in Ogun State have indefinitely suspended the principals of Ilugun High School in Elega, Abeokuta, amid investigations into the death of a student believed to be connected to the school.
9. Intelligence agencies from Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso threaten to expose Nigerian politicians aiding terrorists
According to Deutsche Welle’s Hausa service, intelligence units from Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have warned they will reveal Nigerian politicians who allegedly support terrorists and bandits by supplying critical logistics for their operations.
10. UCL update: Osimhen’s decisive goal stuns Liverpool; Lookman returns as Chelsea triumphs over Benfica
Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles striker, netted the winning goal for Galatasaray in their Champions League match against Liverpool on Tuesday night, while Ademola Lookman made his return as Chelsea secured victory against Mourinho’s Benfica.
