Here are the leading 10 headlines from around the nation.
1. Tinubu Grants Posthumous Pardons to Vatsa, Herbert Macaulay, and Farouk Lawan
President Bola Tinubu has officially issued a posthumous pardon to the late Maj.-Gen. Mamman Vatsa, who once served as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Read more
2. Presidency Highlights Inclusive Growth as a Pillar of Tinubu’s Policy
The Presidency has reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to fostering inclusive economic development and implementing strategies designed to ease the financial challenges faced by everyday Nigerians. Read more
3. WhatsApp Chats Accepted as Evidence in Emefiele’s $4.5 Billion Fraud Case
On Thursday, the Lagos Special Offences Court in Ikeja admitted WhatsApp messages as evidence implicating former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele in a $4.5 billion fraud and misconduct investigation. Read more
4. Yahaya Bello’s Trial for Alleged N110 Billion Fraud Postponed to November 12
Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama has deferred the trial of ex-Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello and two co-defendants, accused of N110 billion fraud, until November 12. Read more
5. Council of State Endorses Tinubu’s Pick, Confirms Prof. Amupitan as INEC Chairman
The National Council of State unanimously approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), succeeding Professor Mahmood Yakubu whose term ends in October 2025. Read more
6. Two Ondo State Assembly Members Switch from PDP to APC
In a significant political shift, two legislators from the Ondo State House of Assembly defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday. Read more
7. Police Halt Enforcement of Tinted Glass Law Pending Court Ruling
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991, as a court case challenging the law is still underway. Read more
8. Israeli President Nominates Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
Israel’s President Isaac Herzog commended former U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday for his instrumental role in facilitating a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize. Read more
9. Comedian Julius Agwu Mourns Mother’s Passing, Shares Heartfelt Tribute
Renowned Nigerian comedian and actor Julius D’Genius Agwu is grieving the loss of his mother, Mrs. Victoria Agwu, who passed away earlier this week, expressing his sorrow in an emotional message. Read more
10. Nigeria Nominates Dr. Taoheed Elias for International Court of Justice Election
Foreign Affairs Minister Amb. Yusuf Tuggar announced on Thursday that Dr. Taoheed Elias, son of the late Taslim Elias, has been selected as Nigeria’s candidate for the upcoming International Court of Justice (ICJ) election. Read more
