Homepage Abuja from Wednesday, November 4th, 2026

The Nigerian Mixed Martial Arts Federation (NMMAF) has introduced mandatory eligibility, registration and coaching requirements for states, clubs and athletes participating in the 2026 National Sports Festival in Enugu.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged Nigerians to reject the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election, asking them to draw lessons from the United States midterm elections.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed reports that its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, sustained a neck injury in a gym accident, describing the claims and accompanying hospital photographs as false.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has begun distributing livelihood support items and food assistance to 653 households affected by the 2025 floods in Kebbi State.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has flagged off three road projects covering four local government areas, aimed at improving connectivity, reducing transportation costs and boosting economic activities.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has released four men arrested over alleged links to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) after investigations cleared them of wrongdoing, approving ₦20 million in compensation for the former suspects.

United States President Donald Trump has said he is willing to accept the outcome of the country’s midterm elections and work with Democrats, as results showed the opposition party making significant gains in Congress.

Democrats have won control of the United States Senate and are closing in on a majority in the House of Representatives following significant gains in Tuesday's midterm elections.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has ordered an investigation into an allegation by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that the agency planned to organise protests in Sokoto State.