Nigeria woke up to another busy news cycle on Monday, with developments spanning politics, security, the legal profession, labour, and sports. From the NBA president-elect’s first major interview to Spain’s World Cup triumph, here are the biggest stories making headlines across the country.
1. NBA President-Elect Says Competence, Not Gender, Won Her Election
President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has dismissed claims that her victory was driven by gender. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, she said her campaign focused on competence, stressing that she presented herself to lawyers as a capable professional rather than seeking votes because she is a woman.
2. APC Gives Priority To Second-Term Governors Ahead Of 2027 Polls
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has begun the digital upload of its governorship and State House of Assembly candidates to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s Candidate Nomination Portal. Sixteen APC governors seeking second-term re-election are expected to receive priority as the party races to beat INEC’s deadlines ahead of the 2027 general elections.
3. Police Arrest Four Suspected Kidnappers In Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command says it has arrested four suspected kidnappers linked to separate kidnapping and armed robbery operations across the state. Police spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said investigations are ongoing as efforts continue to tackle violent crimes in the state.
4. NDLEA Intercepts 1.63 Million Tramadol Pills, Arrests 80-Year-Old Suspect
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 1.63 million pills of tramadol hidden inside two trailers travelling to Kano. The agency also arrested an 80-year-old suspected drug dealer, a businesswoman linked to cannabis shipments from Canada, a Chadian woman, a couple and several other suspects in coordinated operations across multiple states.
5. Army Dismantles Kidnap Syndicate In Imo
Troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade under Operation UDO KA have dismantled a kidnapping syndicate in Imo State. The military said suspected ransom proceeds and a vehicle allegedly used by the gang were recovered during the operation.
6. Rescued Oyo Teacher Says Kidnappers Freed Them Before Security Arrival
One of the teachers rescued after spending 56 days in captivity in Oyo State, Zacchaeus Olatunde, has claimed that he and the other victims were released by their abductors before security operatives later escorted them home. He made the revelation while recounting their ordeal during a radio interview.
7. NLC Signals Fresh Battle Over Minimum Wage
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared its readiness to begin a nationwide campaign for a comprehensive review of the national minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero made the announcement during the commissioning of the Comrade Godwin Abumisi Pensioners Legacy House and Multipurpose Hall in Abuja.
8. Three Young Men Die In Abuja Auto Crash
Three young men lost their lives on Sunday after a Toyota Camry crashed into the culvert of a bridge along the Deidei-Idu-Karmo Road in Abuja. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said the accident occurred around 3:45 p.m. and involved four occupants.
9. Troops Foil ISWAP Attack On Borno Girls’ School, Rescue 46 Students
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, supported by police personnel, have foiled an attempted mass abduction at the Federal Government Girls College, Monguno, Borno State. According to the military, all 46 students targeted during the attack were successfully rescued.
10. Spain Defeat Argentina To Lift 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain have emerged champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal to hand Spain the trophy and deny Argentina the chance of becoming the first nation since 1962 to successfully defend the World Cup title.
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