Bakassi, who frowned at the rumours, described the viral report as disturbing and disrespectful, adding that he and his wife are still together and recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals recorded a net profit of $4.73 billion in the nine months ended September 2026, reversing a $117.2 million loss reported in the same period last year. Unaudited financial results released in Lagos showed that revenue surged 144% to $22.5 billion from $9.2 billion, while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and […] The post Dangote Refinery Posts $4.73bn Profit As Revenue Jumps 144% In Nine Months appeared first on The News Chronicle.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that global public debt will reach 100 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2029, urging governments to strengthen public finances amid rising borrowing costs and mounting spending pressures. The warning was issued on Wednesday during the presentation of the October 2026 Fiscal Monitor at the ongoing IMF […] The post Global Public Debt Hits 94% of GDP, Set to Reach 100% by 2029 — IMF appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Nigerians have taken to social media to react after a heavy storm reportedly pulled down a campaign billboard bearing the images of President Bola Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima in Ogun State. The billboard, which carried the slogan “Courageous Leadership for Nigeria,” became a subject of political commentary on X, with some users interpreting the […]

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a suspected counterfeit beverage production facility in Lagos State, arresting two suspects over their alleged involvement in the illegal operation. The agency disclosed this in a post on X on Tuesday, identifying the facility as Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, along […] The post NAFDAC Uncovers Suspected Fake Drinks Factory In Lagos, Arrests Two appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigerian exporters are approaching a change in how they obtain the documents needed to ship goods abroad. The government plans to bring export licences, permits and certificates onto the National Single Window, with user testing scheduled for next week. The post Nigeria’s Export Paperwork Is Moving Online, One Agency at a Time appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of undermining investor confidence, arguing that the government’s celebration of macroeconomic stability contradicts the investment risks highlighted by the United States government. Obi said the 2026 Nigeria Investment Climate Statement by the US Department of State exposed […] The post What a Shame — Obi Blasts Tinubu as US Raises Red Flags Over Nigeria’s Business Climate appeared first on The News Chronicle.

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has expressed doubt over the capability of the leadership of  the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct free and fear elections in 2027. Addressing World Press Conference, MURIC’s founder/executive director, Professor Ishaq Akintola yesterday, alleged that most Muslims have been disenfranchised during registration exercises. According to him, most of […]

…Kano Plans Disability Commission The Kano State Government has announced plans to establish a commission for persons with disabilities to strengthen their inclusion in governance and access to social services. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children and People with Special Needs, Amina Abdullahi, disclosed this at a programme organised by the Society for People with […]

Amnesty International has warned that escalating bandit attacks in parts of Niger and Zamfara states have forced hundreds of residents to flee their communities, abandoning their homes and farmlands amid growing insecurity. In a post on Tuesday, the human rights organisation said several communities around Rijau in Niger State and parts of Zamfara State had […] The post Amnesty International Raises Alarm Over Bandit Attacks In Niger, Zamfara appeared first on OsunDefender.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has denied reports that the Super Eagles would be moved from Uyo to Lagos for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Tanzania. The Super Eagles have been disappointing since their shocking 3 nil defeat to Guinea Bissau, so they need to start winning soon. An unnamed NFF […] The post NFF Rules Out Immediate Super Eagles Move To Lagos Despite Guinea Bissau Defeat appeared first on The News Chronicle.

  The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has challenged the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, to explain reported redeployments involving key departments of the commission ahead of the 2027 general elections.   The association said the reported changes had raised concerns about INEC’s neutrality and could undermine […]

More than a week after a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, residents said they are battling offensive odour, polluted water and fear of a disease outbreak. The NAF ATR-42, which was flying from Benin City to Lagos, crashed into a swamp near the Air Force Forward Operating Base in Igbokoda […] The post Military Crash: Residents Lament Stench, Fear Disease Outbreak, As Body Parts Float appeared first on OsunDefender.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. The Federal Government has proposed N84.48 billion to implement a five-year national strategy to end child marriage in Nigeria by 2030. The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, announced this on Tuesday night at the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child commemoration and the launch of the North-West Strategy to […] The post FG Proposes N84.48bn to End Child Marriage in Nigeria by 2030 appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Yusuf, has launched a statewide career guidance workshop aimed at helping secondary school students make informed career choices and prepare adequately for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The Governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), said the initiative would strengthen career counselling in schools and equip […]

An employer seeking new business could find an unpaid pension bill standing in the way. PenCom says its automated clearance system calculates penalties for delayed contributions and prevents employers from obtaining a Pension Clearance Certificate until those penalties are settled. The post Unpaid Pensions Could Cost Nigerian Employers Their Next Contract appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

…Attends 2026 Swearing-in at Supreme Court Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has congratulated Barrister Sagir Gezawa Suleiman on his elevation to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, urging him to uphold professional ethics, integrity and justice. Yusuf gave the charge on Monday while attending the swearing-in ceremony of 68 newly conferred SANs at […]