- ADC accuses APC of plotting one-party rule in Nigeria
- Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings is dead
- Lil Baby set to headline Rhythm Unplugged 2026 in Lagos
- Davido to perform at Calabar Carnival on December 29
- Cornell University bans fraternity parties after sexual assault allegations
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.
ADC accuses APC of plotting one-party rule in Nigeria
The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of trying to establish a one-party dictatorship through its expanded presidential campaign council.
In a statement on Wednesday, Kola Ologbondiyan, the ADC-PCC’s media director, alleged that the APC was pressuring opposition governors to join its fold or to be included in its campaign council without leaving their parties. He described the move as “political abduction”.
Ologbondiyan also accused the government of weakening democratic institutions and ignoring hunger, insecurity and economic hardship while seeking to retain power. He urged Nigerians to resist what he called an immoral political order.
Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings is dead
Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has died at an unknown age. His death was confirmed by comedian Ayo Ajewole, known as Woli Agba, in an Instagram post on Wednesday.
An official statement on the singer’s Instagram page said he died in the early hours of October 14, 2026. Woli Agba described his passing as a painful loss that had left many heartbroken.
The cause of death remains unknown, although reports suggest he slumped. His family asked the public to pray for his wife and loved ones. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Lil Baby set to headline Rhythm Unplugged 2026 in Lagos
American rapper Lil Baby is set to perform at the 2026 Flytime Coca-Cola Rhythm Unplugged concert in Lagos on December 21. Organisers confirmed his appearance in a video shared on Instagram, adding to the excitement surrounding this year’s Detty December events.
The rapper, whose real name is Dominique Armani Jones, rose to fame in 2017 with mixtapes including Harder Than Hard and Too Hard. His 2018 debut album, Harder Than Ever, featured the hit song ‘Yes Indeed’ with Drake.
Organised by Flytime Promotions, the annual concert will be held at Eko Hotel and has featured Nigerian and international stars.
Davido to perform at Calabar Carnival on December 29
Afrobeats star Davido is set to perform at the 2026 Calabar Carnival and Festival in Cross River State on December 29. The Grammy-nominated singer confirmed his appearance in a post on X on Wednesday, naming U.J. Esuene Stadium as the venue.
This year’s festival, themed ‘Rethinking Our Collective Destiny’, will feature cultural displays, music performances and carnival activities throughout December. The grand parade and band competition are scheduled for December 28.
Davido’s announcement comes after he revealed plans to headline a three-night residency at Lagos’ National Theatre on December 17, 18, and 19.
Cornell University bans fraternity parties after sexual assault allegations
Cornell University in the United States has banned parties and social events at fraternity houses for the rest of the 2026–2027 academic year following outrage over sexual assault allegations involving a female student.
University president Michael Kotlikoff announced the restrictions on Tuesday, October 13, alongside plans to improve campus safety and support survivors. Fraternities that breach the ban face immediate suspension.
The move follows a lawsuit by a former student who alleged seven men assaulted her at a Chi Phi fraternity party in October 2024. Cornell also plans to involve New York State Police in campus sexual assault investigations and independently review its handling of complaints.
