https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/ Mindnewsng is your trusted Nigerian newspaper providing Breaking News, Latest News, Politics, Sport, Business, Entertainment and International headlines. en Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:11:14 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/garth-wadsworth-dooley-farewell-to-an-astute-businessman-father-and-mentor.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/garth-wadsworth-dooley-farewell-to-an-astute-businessman-father-and-mentor.html The post Garth Wadsworth Dooley: Farewell to an Astute Businessman, Father and Mentor appeared first on Vanguard News. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:08:44 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/copa-del-rey-matches-postponed-following-spain-train-collision.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/copa-del-rey-matches-postponed-following-spain-train-collision.html The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced on Wednesday the postponement of 24 matches in the first round of the Copa del Rey “as a mark of respect and solidarity” with the victims of a high-speed train collision. “The entire Spanish football family stands united in grief over this tragedy and stands ready to assist the authorities in helping the victims of this devastating accident,” the RFEF said in a statement published on its website. “As a mark of respect Sports Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:05:56 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-north-will-vote-massively-for-tinubu-arewa-group.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-north-will-vote-massively-for-tinubu-arewa-group.html The Director General of the Arewa for Asiwaju, Alhaji Muhammadu Badaru Abubakar, on Wednesday in Kano unveiled 528 Kano Youths Ambassadors, predicting that the North will shower massive votes for President Tinubu in 2027. Speaking at the event, Badaru Abubakar, a former Minister of Defence and also former Governor of Jigawa State, said the youths were expected to visit the nooks and crannies of the 44 local government areas of the state to “spread the gospel of good works” of President Bola Tinu News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:03:09 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-adc-alleges-plot-to-shift-january-16-election-warns-tinubu.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-adc-alleges-plot-to-shift-january-16-election-warns-tinubu.html By Luminous Jannamike, Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council has raised the alarm over an alleged plot to pressure the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) into shifting the January 16 presidential election, warning President Bola Tinubu against seeking to evade an electoral verdict. The council said it had received information that INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan would be summoned to the Presidential Villa and instructed to alter the election t Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:26 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/follow-me-on-tiktok-for-authentic-updates-kwankwaso-urges-nigerians.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/follow-me-on-tiktok-for-authentic-updates-kwankwaso-urges-nigerians.html Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has invited Nigerians to follow him on TikTok for authentic information, latest updates and exclusive content about his daily activities. Kwankwaso made the announcement in a post on X on Wednesday, in which he confirmed his presence on the social media platform and encouraged members of the public to connect with him. “I am on TikTok! “I encourage you all to follow me there for authentic information, the latest updates, and exclusive contents di News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:58:13 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/csos-identify-stigma-poor-facilities-as-barriers-to-hiv-tb-malaria-treatment-in-.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/csos-identify-stigma-poor-facilities-as-barriers-to-hiv-tb-malaria-treatment-in-.html Civil society groups and health workers in Akwa Ibom say stigma, cultural barriers, poor facilities and confidentiality concerns are keeping vulnerable residents from accessing HIV, TB and malaria services, despite existing government policies. The post CSOs identify stigma, poor facilities as barri Health Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:56:51 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/why-are-three-of-the-uk-s-four-nuclear-deterrent-submarines-at-sea.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/why-are-three-of-the-uk-s-four-nuclear-deterrent-submarines-at-sea.html The deployment marks the first time in years that three Vanguard-class vessels have been at sea at the same time. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:56:41 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/spanish-football-postpones-24-copa-del-rey-games-after-train-crash.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/spanish-football-postpones-24-copa-del-rey-games-after-train-crash.html Real Madrid and Barcelona offer messages of support following train crash as Spanish football orders Copa postponement. Sports Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:48:09 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/iraqi-pm-ali-al-zaidi-meets-ahmed-al-sharaa-in-historic-syria-visit.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/iraqi-pm-ali-al-zaidi-meets-ahmed-al-sharaa-in-historic-syria-visit.html Talks focused on enhancing trade, reviving Baniyas oil pipeline and achieving stability through cooperation. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:47:39 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/kwara-records-progress-in-child-vaccination-nutrition-report.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/kwara-records-progress-in-child-vaccination-nutrition-report.html Kwara State has recorded an increase in childhood vaccination coverage and a decline in malnutrition among children under five, according to the 2025–2026 Nigeria Mini-Demographic and Health Survey. The survey showed that the proportion of children aged 12 to 23 months who received the third dose of the pentavalent vaccine rose from 34.9 per cent in 2024 to 50.4 per cent in 2025–2026. It also indicated that the proportion of children who had not received any vaccine dropped from 48.1 per cent to Health Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:47:09 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-kwankwaso-joins-tiktok-promises-daily-life-content.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-kwankwaso-joins-tiktok-promises-daily-life-content.html By Adegboyega Adeleye The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has joined TikTok, promising followers authentic information, latest updates and exclusive content about his daily life as he prepares for the 2027 general election alongside presidential candidate Peter Obi. Kwankwaso announced his arrival on the social media platform in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, urging Nigerians to follow his account and engage with his videos. “I am News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:42:39 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/senate-demands-security-offensive-over-taraba-killings.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/senate-demands-security-offensive-over-taraba-killings.html The Senate has called for an urgent security offensive in border communities across Taraba, Plateau and Bauchi states following reports that about 80 people were killed by armed bandits in Binnari community, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State. The lawmakers urged security agencies to establish additional security camps and intensify surveillance in the affected communities to prevent further attacks, protect vulnerable residents and restore peace to the troubled areas. The resolu Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:39:06 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/kano-assembly-passes-state-police-bill-slashes-supplementary-budget-by-266bn.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/kano-assembly-passes-state-police-bill-slashes-supplementary-budget-by-266bn.html The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a bill seeking amendments to the 1999 Constitution to pave the way for the establishment of a state police in Nigeria. The Assembly also approved the Kano State Supplementary Appropriation and Amendment Bill, 2026, reducing the proposed expenditure from ₦1.478 trillion to approximately ₦1.211 trillion. The two bills were passed during Tuesday’s plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Isma’il Falgore, following con Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:38:19 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-adc-warns-against-alleged-plot-to-shift-presidential-election.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-adc-warns-against-alleged-plot-to-shift-presidential-election.html The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council has warned against postponing the January 16, 2027 presidential election, using the Ebola outbreak as a justification for altering the electoral timetable. The council alleged that the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof Joash Amupitan, could be summoned to the Presidential Villa and pressured to shift the election, although it did not provide evidence to substantiate the claim. In a statement issued on Wed Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:30:27 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-we-ll-rig-those-who-rig-elections-peter-obi-talks-tough.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/2027-we-ll-rig-those-who-rig-elections-peter-obi-talks-tough.html The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has threatened to deal with those who rig elections in Nigeria, declaring that his administration would ensure electoral offenders face jail terms if he wins the 2027 presidential election. Obi spoke on Wednesday at an NDC town hall meeting in Nasarawa State, where he addressed party supporters on electoral integrity and the need to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral system. Responding to a question about election riggin Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:29:10 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/justify-pay-rise-with-dedication-army-commander-urges-soldiers.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/justify-pay-rise-with-dedication-army-commander-urges-soldiers.html The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 1 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Abubakar Wase, has urged troops to justify the Federal Government’s recent pay rise through renewed dedication, professionalism and commitment to duty. Wase, who is also the Commander, Sector 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, gave the charge while addressing troops of 171 Battalion in Daura, Katsina State, on Wednesday. This is contained in a statement issued by Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 1 News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:29:02 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/carrick-fernandes-hold-peace-talks-after-bournemouth-neglect.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/carrick-fernandes-hold-peace-talks-after-bournemouth-neglect.html Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and head coach Michael Carrick have held private talks to resolve tensions ahead of the club’s Premier League clash with Chelsea on Saturday. The meeting followed Fernandes’ omission from the starting line-up in United’s 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday, after the Portuguese midfielder reportedly criticised Carrick’s tactics following a 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League. BBC Sport report that the pair met privately at United’s training ground o News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:23:04 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/reps-propose-road-concession-toll-gates-to-tackle-nigeria-s-infrastructure-defic.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/reps-propose-road-concession-toll-gates-to-tackle-nigeria-s-infrastructure-defic.html The lawmaker noted that relying on annual budgetary allocations to rehabilitate and maintain the extensive federal road network had not consistently delivered the level of infrastructure renewal required The post Reps propose road concession, toll gates to tackle Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit app News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:14:22 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/odegaard-urges-arsenal-to-move-on-after-fleetwood-defeat.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/odegaard-urges-arsenal-to-move-on-after-fleetwood-defeat.html Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has insisted “we can’t feel sorry for ourselves” and must move on quickly following their stunning loss away to fourth-tier Fleetwood in the League Cup. The Premier League champions crashed out 5-3 on penalties in an incredible upset after the fourth-round tie finished 1-1 in normal time at Fleetwood’s home ground of Highbury. Arsenal’s Bruno Guimaraes had his penalty saved by Jay Lynch in the shoot-out before teenage defender Conor H News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:11:18 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/instagram-to-allow-creators-upload-videos-up-to-90-minutes.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/instagram-to-allow-creators-upload-videos-up-to-90-minutes.html Instagram is testing a new feature that will allow selected creators to upload videos lasting up to 90 minutes, marking a major shift from the platform’s traditional focus on short-form content. The feature, called “Features”, will allow users to watch longer videos, including podcasts, interviews and comedy shows, directly on the Meta-owned platform without switching to other services. Instagram announced the test on Monday, with the company expanding its efforts to compete in the growing marke Technology Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:08:35 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/senate-confirms-tinubu-s-rights-commission-frc-appointees.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/senate-confirms-tinubu-s-rights-commission-frc-appointees.html The Senate has confirmed President Bola Tinubu’s appointees to the boards of the National Human Rights Commission and the Fiscal Responsibility Commission. Those confirmed for the National Human Rights Commission are Dr. Salamatu Hussaini Suleiman as Chairman, alongside ten others as members. Also confirmed are appointees for the Fiscal Responsibility Commission, with Dr. Abdullahi Maikano Saidu as Executive Chairman, and six other members representing the geo-political zones. The post Sen Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:07:31 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/cybersecurity-efcc-strengthens-digital-systems-to-combat-financial-crimes-8211-o.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/cybersecurity-efcc-strengthens-digital-systems-to-combat-financial-crimes-8211-o.html The official said EFCC embarked on a digital transformation programme to reduce manual processes, improve access to information, automate workflows and enhance operational efficiency. The post Cybersecurity: EFCC strengthens digital systems to combat financial crimes – Official appeared first Technology Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:05:05 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/five-things-to-know-today.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/five-things-to-know-today.html Today’s ‘Five Things’ leads with President Tinubu’s new foreign borrowing request, a six-month transport allowance for federal workers, an updated death toll from the Taraba killings, INEC’s investigation into suspicious photographs in the voters’ register, and the findings of the inquiry into deaths in NSCDC custody. 1. Tinubu seeks approval for $20.5 billion and €1.05 billion in fresh foreign loans President Bola Tinubu has asked the National Assembly t News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:38 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/analysis-the-criminalisation-trap-in-africa-s-responses-to-artisanal-mining.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/analysis-the-criminalisation-trap-in-africa-s-responses-to-artisanal-mining.html Crackdowns often punish miners who are trying to survive, fuelling crime and conflict while leaving powerful players untouched. The post ANALYSIS: The criminalisation trap in Africa’s responses to artisanal mining appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Money Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:57:21 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/customs-seize-n5-8m-unregistered-drugs-hand-over-to-nafdac-in-sokoto.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/customs-seize-n5-8m-unregistered-drugs-hand-over-to-nafdac-in-sokoto.html The Nigeria Customs Service, Sokoto/Zamfara Area Command, has handed over seized unregistered pharmaceutical products worth ₦5.8m to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control for further investigation and appropriate action. The Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller Haliru Abdullahi, said the products were intercepted by Customs patrol teams along the Illela-Sokoto Road following credible intelligence. Speaking at the handover ceremony held at the command head News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:56:27 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/real-madrid-apologise-to-chinese-people-for-mbappe-s-mao-dictator-remark.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/real-madrid-apologise-to-chinese-people-for-mbappe-s-mao-dictator-remark.html Mocking Mao Zedong is taboo in China, which is a lucrative market for players and teams such as Kylian Mbappe's Real. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:56:24 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/ballon-d-or-win-will-help-keep-kane-at-bayern-says-germany-s-matthaus.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/ballon-d-or-win-will-help-keep-kane-at-bayern-says-germany-s-matthaus.html Former World Cup winner Lothar Matthaus says relationship between Harry Kane and club Bayern Munich is 'perfect'. World News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:53:34 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/delta-gov-signs-13th-month-salary-four-others-into-law.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/delta-gov-signs-13th-month-salary-four-others-into-law.html Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has signed five bills into law, including the 13th Month Salary Law, 2026, “to improve workers’ welfare, strengthen the judiciary, protect property rights and reform the state’s tax administration”. ‎ ‎The governor signed the bills at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday, describing the development as part of his administration’s commitment to reforms under the MORE Agenda. ‎ ‎Oborevwori said the laws would st Money Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:53:31 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/violence-mars-gov-radda-8217-s-funtua-campaign-flag-off-as-supporters-report-inj.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/violence-mars-gov-radda-8217-s-funtua-campaign-flag-off-as-supporters-report-inj.html Violence erupted along the route to the Tinubu–Dikko campaign flag-off in Funtua Zone on Wednesday, leaving several supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) injured and their property destroyed. The victims, who said they were travelling in the convoy of Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Radda, alleged that they were attacked by groups of angry youths and hoodlums while heading to the campaign venue, where the Governor was scheduled to present his administration’s Building News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:52:59 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/tens-of-thousands-flee-ethiopia-fighting-into-neighbouring-kenya.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/tens-of-thousands-flee-ethiopia-fighting-into-neighbouring-kenya.html Tens of thousands of people have crossed into Kenya, fleeing fighting between regional forces in Ethiopia’s Moyale town. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:51:39 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/photos-spain-high-speed-train-crash-kills-30.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/photos-spain-high-speed-train-crash-kills-30.html Health Minister Monica Garcia says emergency workers are focusing on rescuing survivors. Jobs & Education Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:46:09 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/nelfund-moves-to-stop-students-collecting-loans-while-parents-pay-fees.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/nelfund-moves-to-stop-students-collecting-loans-while-parents-pay-fees.html …plans nationwide for re-education of students, institutions …400,000 students covered by the payment system pilot By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced plans to clamp down on alleged double-dipping by students who benefit from its loan scheme while still relying on their parents to pay their school fees. The move, which signals a fresh effort to tighten accountability in the implementation of the Federal Government’s student loan programme, will also s Money Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:45:23 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/overturned-container-truck-kills-four-passengers-on-lagos-bridge.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/overturned-container-truck-kills-four-passengers-on-lagos-bridge.html Four people have been killed and six others injured after a container-laden truck overturned onto an interstate passenger bus on Berger Bridge, inward Eleko, along the Ibeju-Lekki Expressway in Lagos State. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. He stated that the accident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when the articulated truck, conveying a 20-foot container, collided with a Toyot News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:44:29 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/pakistan-s-rauf-sanctioned-for-conduct-contrary-to-spirit-of-cricket.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/pakistan-s-rauf-sanctioned-for-conduct-contrary-to-spirit-of-cricket.html One demerit point added to the Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf’s disciplinary record for conduct during ODI against England. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:44:18 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/22-financial-institutions-yet-to-begin-data-localisation-nitda-survey.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/22-financial-institutions-yet-to-begin-data-localisation-nitda-survey.html By Juliet Umeh Twenty-two of 44 financial institutions surveyed are yet to begin implementing measures to comply with Nigeria’s data localisation requirements, with the January 1, 2027 deadline approaching. The findings were presented by Dr Muhammad Aminu Lawal, Special Assistant on Digital Transformation to the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, at the Executive Regulatory Dialogue on National Cloud and Software Infrastru News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:38:21 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/court-dismisses-nollywood-actor-s-n10bn-damages-suit-against-wike-s-aide-inec.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/court-dismisses-nollywood-actor-s-n10bn-damages-suit-against-wike-s-aide-inec.html The court ruled that Mr Wike’s aide caused Emeka Ike no injury by his social media post. The post Court dismisses Nollywood actor’s N10bn damages suit against Wike’s aide, INEC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:37:32 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/barcelona-fined-602-over-approach-for-atl-tico-madrid-s-lvarez.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/barcelona-fined-602-over-approach-for-atl-tico-madrid-s-lvarez.html Barcelona have been fined €602 by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid over the Catalan club’s approach for Argentine striker Julián Álvarez. The sanction followed Atlético’s allegation that Barcelona contacted the forward, who remains under contract with the Madrid club until June 2030, without first notifying them in writing of their intention to negotiate a transfer. According to Reuters, the RFEF imposed the fine under Article 133 of its regulations News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:36:03 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/52-225-pvcs-uncollected-in-bayelsa-inec.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/52-225-pvcs-uncollected-in-bayelsa-inec.html A total of 52,225 Permanent Voter Cards remain uncollected in Bayelsa State. The Independent National Electoral Commission disclosed this at a stakeholders’ meeting in Yenagoa, the state capital, on Tuesday. The event was attended by electoral officials, political parties, security agencies and civil society organisations. The commission and the police warned politicians against violence, hate speech and misinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Participants raised concerns about Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:35:20 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/victims-of-jordan-s-air-strikes-in-syria.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/victims-of-jordan-s-air-strikes-in-syria.html Jordan’s air strikes in southern Syria killed at least seven people, including three children. Here are their stories. News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:35:19 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/taraba-killings-senate-demands-security-crackdown-as-death-toll-rises-to-80.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/taraba-killings-senate-demands-security-crackdown-as-death-toll-rises-to-80.html The Senate has called for an urgent security offensive in border communities across Taraba, Plateau and Bauchi States following the reported killing of about 80 people by armed bandits in Binnari, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State. The lawmakers urged security agencies to establish additional security camps and intensify surveillance in the affected areas to prevent further attacks and protect vulnerable communities. The resolution followed a motion of urgent national importance Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:31:58 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/nwoko-okonjo-iweala-s-mother-was-women-s-rights-champion.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/nwoko-okonjo-iweala-s-mother-was-women-s-rights-champion.html By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation, Senator Ned Nwoko (APC, Delta North), has commiserated with the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, over the death of her mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo. In a condolence statement he personally signed, Nwoko described the deceased as a distinguished scholar, renowned sociologist and committed advocate for women’s rights and empowerment. He said her life was marked Sports Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:29:36 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/onitsha-traders-petition-igp-over-alleged-threats-demolition.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/onitsha-traders-petition-igp-over-alleged-threats-demolition.html By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Traders operating under the Association of Modebeb Traders in Onitsha, Anambra State, have petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, seeking a comprehensive investigation into alleged threats, intimidation and the demolition of commercial buildings amid a dispute over the leadership and ownership of a market plaza. The traders alleged that they had faced persistent harassment and threats for about two years, claiming that some individuals had allegedly used t Money Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:27:04 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/apc-chair-attacks-atiku-over-lack-of-projects-in-plateau-as-vp.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/apc-chair-attacks-atiku-over-lack-of-projects-in-plateau-as-vp.html By Ayobami Okerinde The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has challenged former vice-president Atiku Abubakar to name one major project worth N10bn executed in Plateau State during his eight years in office. Yilwatda spoke on Wednesday at the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Jos, the Plateau State capital, while canvassing support for Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election. “Atiku was vice president for eight years. Show me one road or one thing that we Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:25:17 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/court-refuses-kc-luxury-bail-orders-accelerated-hearing.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/court-refuses-kc-luxury-bail-orders-accelerated-hearing.html Justice Musa Kakaki of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday refused to grant bail to businessman and social media influencer, Afolabi Kazeem, popularly known as KC Luxury, over alleged 184.5kg cocaine trafficking and money laundering. The judge held that the defence had failed to establish special circumstances to warrant bail on medical grounds, insisting that the application lacked sufficient evidence to justify the defendant’s release. The judge further held that no medical certificat News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:24:06 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/israel-s-election-the-battle-between-change-and-anti-palestinian-sentiment.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/israel-s-election-the-battle-between-change-and-anti-palestinian-sentiment.html With both blocs short of a majority, parties face a choice: to break the taboo on Arab allies or return to the polls. Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:22:20 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/reps-move-to-establish-college-of-nursing-in-lagos.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/reps-move-to-establish-college-of-nursing-in-lagos.html The House of Representatives has passed a bill through a second reading, seeking to establish a Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery in Ifako/Ijaiye Local Government Area of Lagos State to expand access to professional training and help address the shortage of healthcare personnel in the country. The bill, sponsored by the member representing Ifako/Ijaiye Federal Constituency, Lagos State, Mr Benjamin Olabinjo was read on the floor of the House on Wednesday. The proposed law seeks to establi News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:20:41 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/reps-call-for-inec-briefing-on-2027-election-readiness.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/reps-call-for-inec-briefing-on-2027-election-readiness.html The House of Representatives has passed a resolution for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman, Joash Amupitan, to, within the next seven legislative days, brief the House Committee on Electoral Matters on the Commission’s readiness for the 2027 General Elections and national election readiness. Amupitan is also expected to give updates on the Continuous Voter Registration, PVC management, election logistics, technology deployment, personnel training, electoral secu Politics Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:20:35 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/the-signal-the-parties-are-choosing-sides-will-the-voters-follow.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/the-signal-the-parties-are-choosing-sides-will-the-voters-follow.html Tinubu’s political alliances are expanding, Obi and Kwankwaso are sharpening their challenge, and INEC is under pressure to demonstrate transparency. But as the presidential campaign gathers momentum, Nigeria’s politicians may be discovering that winning endorsements is easier than winning public confidence. There is an interesting contradiction emerging in Nigerian politics. At a time when political parties are supposed to be competing against one another, their leading figures are News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:20:33 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/uk-set-for-cautious-budget-as-borrowing-costs-climb.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/uk-set-for-cautious-budget-as-borrowing-costs-climb.html Britain’s finance minister John Healey will unveil his first budget Wednesday, as he juggles commitments to defence spending and easing household bills with little financial room to manoeuvre. It could prove to be a tall order for Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s new administration as rising inflation and borrowing costs — largely a consequence of the US-Iran war — increase the government’s debt pile and heap pressure on businesses and individuals. “We can’ Money Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:14:33 GMT https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/south-east-abia-records-460-011-new-voters-only-21-528-collect-pvcs.html https://kushinaakintokunsunday-afk.github.io/mindnewsng/articles/south-east-abia-records-460-011-new-voters-only-21-528-collect-pvcs.html By Steve Oko, Anayo Okoli, Emmanuel Iheaka, Vincent Ujumadu, Jeff Agbodo and Chinedu Adonu With preparations for the 2027 general elections gathering momentum, the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) has emerged as a major concern in the South-East, where the region accounts for the lowest share of Nigeria’s registered voters. While the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reported progress in some states, the absence of updated figures in others has made it difficult to a News Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:14:14 GMT