LAGOS, NIGERIA — Here is a roundup of the top stories making headlines across Nigeria this afternoon. From electoral preparations to legislative actions, the nation continues to witness significant developments.
Reps Call for INEC Briefing on Election Preparations
The House of Representatives has summoned the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Joash Amupitan, to brief the House Committee on Electoral Matters. The directive was issued on Wednesday during plenary.
Amupitan is expected to appear within the next seven legislative days. He will address the commission’s preparations for the 2027 general elections.
Obi Vows to Tackle Corruption, Strengthen Economy
Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi has pledged to tackle corruption if elected in 2027. He made the promise at a town hall meeting in Lokoja, Kogi State.
Obi said his administration would strengthen the economy and increase investment in education and healthcare. He also reiterated his commitment to good governance and accountability.
Ebonyi Assembly Passes State Police Bill
The Ebonyi State House of Assembly has passed the State Police Bill. The bill was transmitted to the assembly by the National Assembly for concurrence.
The bill seeks to alter the 1999 Constitution to allow states to establish their own police forces. It was passed during plenary on Tuesday at the Assembly Complex in Abakaliki.
NITDA Mandates DNSSEC Implementation for Government Agencies
The National Information Technology Development Agency has mandated all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to implement the DNS Security Extensions architecture.
The agency said the implementation will form a critical part of its cybersecurity assessment protocol. It announced the directive during a Cybersecurity Awareness event.
Non-Oil Exports Hit $753 Million in Q3
The Nigeria Customs Service, Lilypond Export Command, recorded exports valued at $752.85 million in the third quarter of 2026.
This represents a 22.14 per cent increase over the $586.15 million recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. The performance translated into an additional $166.70 million.
Ritual Killing: Mob Injures Police Officers in Ondo
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 14 people in Ala, Akure North Local Government Area. The arrests followed an attempt to lynch two people for engaging in ritual killing.
Sources said one Rasheed Hassan, a farmer, was killed in the incident. Police officers were injured while trying to prevent the mob action.
Kaduna PDP Guber Candidate Raises Alarm Over ₦1trn Debt
The Kaduna State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Hon. Usman Shehu Bawa, has raised concerns over the state’s rising debt profile.
Bawa described the debt as a major threat to sustainable development. He promised inclusive governance, improved security, and accountability if elected governor.
Nigeria Seeks Global Alliance for Sustainable Shipping
Nigeria has called for stronger international collaboration in the maritime sector. The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made the call.
He said the collaboration would promote the exchange of ideas, expertise, and technologies. It would also support safer, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable shipping.
Bill to Transform NILDS into West African University Scales First Reading
A bill seeking to transform the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies into a full-fledged university has passed its first reading in the Senate.
The bill is titled the West African University of Legislative Studies (Establishment) Bill, 2026. It was read for the first time during plenary.
