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Wike Challenges Amaechi to Show Projects, Political Empowerment Attracted to Rivers

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has questioned former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi’s development and political legacy in Evo Kingdom, challenging his supporters to identify projects and leaders he helped raise during his years in public office.

TalkNaija Desk 3 Oct 2026 4 min read 4

Business

Tinubu Hosts Dangote, Rabiu, Akpabio, Mutfwang in Lagos

President Bola Tinubu held separate meetings with prominent business leaders and political figures at his Lagos residence, including Aliko Dangote, Abdul Samad Rabiu, Godswill Akpabio and Caleb Mutfwang.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 2 min read 2

Politics

Wike Mobilises Rivers Stakeholders for Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Election

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged political stakeholders in Rivers State to work together to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election, while renewing his pledge to resign if the President loses in Rivers and the FCT.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 3 min read 10

Politics

Atiku Faults Tinubu Over Fuel Costs, Cites Germany’s Temporary Tax Cut as Alternative

ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Tinubu administration’s handling of fuel prices and the wider cost-of-living crisis, citing Germany’s temporary fuel-tax reduction as an example of government intervention during periods of economic pressure.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 4 min read 6

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Olu Jacobs’ Funeral: Joke Silva, Sons and Dignitaries Gather in Lagos to Honour Nollywood Icon

Olu Jacobs’ funeral service draws family, colleagues and prominent guests to Lagos as the veteran actor receives a final farewell after more than five decades in the entertainment industry.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 3 min read 4

Politics

Dino Melaye Criticises Tinubu’s Independence Day Address Over Insecurity

Former Senator Dino Melaye has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s 2026 Independence Day address, arguing that the country’s security challenges deserved greater attention despite the President’s wider discussion of national security.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 3 min read 1

Politics

Senator Olujimi Urges Nigerians to Be Patient With Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

Former Ekiti South senator Abiodun Olujimi says Nigerians should give the Federal Government more time, arguing that the economic reforms introduced since 2023 could eventually create conditions for greater prosperity.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 3 min read

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Ekiti Launches 15 CNG Buses as Oyebanji Targets 50% Reduction in Transport Fares

Governor Biodun Oyebanji says the pilot deployment will provide cheaper transportation for residents, with plans to expand the fleet and cover more routes.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 3 min read

Politics

AdvoKC Accuses National Assembly of Executive Interference, Budget Irregularities and Lack of Transparency

The civic organisation raises fresh concerns over legislative oversight, repeated extension of the 2025 capital budget and access to lawmakers’ records

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 5 min read

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CNG Transport: Commuters Still Pay Full Fares as October 1 Reduction Falls Short Across States

Despite the Federal Government’s push for cheaper transportation through CNG and electric vehicles, commuters in several states reported little or no change in fares as the October 1 rollout target took effect.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 5 min read

Politics

Ekiti at 30: Oyebanji Celebrates State’s Journey, Unveils 30-Year Transformation Vision

The governor says Ekiti’s next phase will focus on agriculture, technology, education, skills, tourism and youth enterprise as the state marks three decades of existence.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 4 min read

Politics

Nigeria @66: CAN Urges FG to Cut Food, Transport and Energy Costs

Christian body says the real measure of prosperity is whether Nigerians can afford basic needs, find decent work and live safely as it calls for stronger social protection and accountability.

TalkNaija Desk 2 Oct 2026 4 min read 4