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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NCC Plans to Block Fake Phones from Nigerian Networks
October 14, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NCC Plans to Block Fake Phones from Nigerian Networks

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. NCC plans to block fake phones from Nigerian networks The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced electronic checks to stop fake, cloned, and non-compliant SIM-enabled devices from connecting to telecommunications networks. Edoyemi Ogoh, the commission’s... Read More
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Ayra Starr’s NFL Headline Opens Up a New Conversation for Afrobeats; Here’s How
October 13, 2026

Ayra Starr’s NFL Headline Opens Up a New Conversation for Afrobeats; Here’s How

Afrobeats popstar Ayra Starr made history over the weekend, becoming the first African artist to headline an NFL halftime show. Her performance has received praise and attention all over the globe, and in light of the excitement around her tour announcement, we believe this historic performance has opened up a new conversation on Afrobeats; here’s... Read More
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Ayra Starr Has Been Added to The YNaija Masterlist
October 13, 2026

Ayra Starr Has Been Added to The YNaija Masterlist

Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, professionally known as Ayra Starr, is a 24-year-old Nigerian songwriter, producer, singer, and, most recently, an actress.  Ayra came into the limelight in 2021 with the release of her self-titled EP, but began her musical career as a child. She finished in second place on the Nigerian television talent show Maltina Dance... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Blacklists Nigeria Over Child Soldiers Risking Military Aid Cuts
October 13, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Blacklists Nigeria Over Child Soldiers Risking Military Aid Cuts

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  US blacklists Nigeria over child soldiers risking military aid cuts The United States has placed Nigeria on its Child Soldiers Prevention Act blacklist, potentially restricting military training, weapons sales and defence funding from October 1,... Read More
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Charles Born Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist
October 12, 2026

Charles Born Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Charles Ugochukwu Born is a Nigerian actor, TV and event host, broadcaster, fitness enthusiast, and content creator.  Known for his charming on-screen personality and ability to take on challenging roles, Charles began his career in the media as a trained radio and television broadcaster before transitioning to acting for better opportunities. He also worked as... Read More
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October 12, 2026

Nigeria’s Top 50 Box Office Hits Re-Ranked

Dollar Rank  Film Est.Dollar Gross Naira Gross Naira Rank Release Year 1 Behind the scene  $2,004,438 ₦2,760,111,506 1 2025 2 Omo Ghetto: The Saga  $1,311,607 ₦636,129,120 7 2020 3 Everybody Loves Jenifa $1,214,548 ₦1,882,549,548 2 2024 4 The Wedding Party 2  $1,186,842 ₦433,197,377 11 2017 5 Chief Daddy $1,076,502 ₦387,540,750 15 2018 6 A Tribe... Read More
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October 12, 2026

Weekend Recap: Here’s What Happened Over The Weekend

The weekend was filled with largely positive news for Nigerians, from a historical performance at the NFL, to snagging pageantry titles, the continued Visa crackdowns were the only negatives in the media this weekend.  Tunde Onakoya Launches Chess Festival  Chess in Slums founder, Tunde Onakoya has launched an international chess festival in Lagos. During a... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos E-Hailing Drivers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Prices
October 12, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Lagos E-Hailing Drivers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Prices

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Lagos e-hailing drivers begin indefinite strike over prices Lagos e-hailing drivers are set to embark on an indefinite strike from Monday over disputes involving fares, commissions, deductions, and welfare. The Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters... Read More
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October 11, 2026

These 7 Women Who Dominated The Year 2026 In Their Respective Fields 

Nigerian women have exceeded all expectations in their respective fields this year, from breaking records to setting new ones and starting a new chapter for the country.  In this article, we list women who have made their mark in their respective fields and put Nigeria on the global map.  Nora Awolowo is a director, film... Read More
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October 11, 2026

“Agbara Nla” Is Making A Case For Mount Zion Films, And We Should All Be Paying Attention 

“Agbara Nla: The Return” released in October 2026 is the latest Mount Zion film that has been met with success and strong reviews since its release. The film, a sequel to the original Yoruba Christian drama series ‘Agbara Nla,’ released in 1993 and beloved at the time, has once again earned the love of Nigerians. ... Read More
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October 10, 2026

Shalom Rayhamen’s “Lagos Life” Game Proves That We Do Not Need Another Fintech App

For over a week now, Nigerians have been buzzing with excitement about living in a fantasy world created by game creator Shalom Rayhamen, following the “Danfo Run” game, which also took social media by storm for a few days.  The excitement around both games and the willingness of Nigerians to spend hours on a Nigerianized... Read More
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October 10, 2026

Weekly Highlights | Here’s What You Missed Over the Week

Asake targets 2027 Grammys with ‘M$NEY,’ Wizkid, and DJ Snake collaborations Nigerian singer Asake has submitted four entries for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards, including his album ‘M$NEY’ and collaborations with Wizkid and French DJ Snake. His label, Giran Republik, announced the submissions on Thursday, October 8. ‘M$NEY’ is in contention for Album of... Read More
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Damilola Mike-Bamiloye Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist
October 9, 2026

Damilola Mike-Bamiloye Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist

Damilola Mike-Bamiloye is a 37-year-old Nigerian scriptwriter, gospel film actor, producer, cinematographer, and director popularly known as ‘D’Baba.’ Known as the first child and first son of the renowned Nigerian gospel dramatists Evangelist Mike Bamiloye and Evangelist Gloria Bamiloye, founders of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, he wrote his first gospel film, “Youthful Lust”, at 15... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigerians Question FG’s 30-Day Petrol Discount as an “Election Stunt”
October 9, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigerians Question FG’s 30-Day Petrol Discount as an “Election Stunt”

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Nigerians question FG’s 30-day petrol discount as an “election stunt” Opposition figures have rejected the federal government’s planned one-month petrol discount. Atiku Abubakar, the Obidient Movement, the Nigeria Democratic Congress, and Seyi Makinde’s campaign team... Read More
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PariPesa and Inter Lagos FC Join Forces for the NPFL 2026/2027 Season
October 8, 2026

PariPesa and Inter Lagos FC Join Forces for the NPFL 2026/2027 Season

PariPesa and Inter Lagos Football Club have agreed a new partnership that will see PariPesa serve as the club’s Official Betting Partner during the NPFL 2026/2027 season The collaboration brings together PariPesa’s growing football presence in Africa with one of its first major opportunities to build a direct relationship with supporters of a Nigerian club PariPesa will... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 20 NYSC Members Regain Freedom After Seven Days in Captivity
October 8, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 20 NYSC Members Regain Freedom After Seven Days in Captivity

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  20 NYSC members regain freedom after seven days in captivity Twenty prospective NYSC members kidnapped while travelling from Oyo to Abia State have regained their freedom after seven days in captivity. They were abducted along... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | INEC Reveals State with Highest Number of Voters
October 7, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | INEC Reveals State with Highest Number of Voters

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  INEC reveals state with highest number of voters With 100 days to Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, INEC says it has completed nine of 14 key preparations ahead of the polls scheduled for January 16 and... Read More
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October 6, 2026

ANA Announces 2026 Literary Prize Shortlists Across Eight Categories

The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has announced the shortlisted writers and works for its 2026 literary competitions, with contenders emerging across eight categories, including poetry, fiction, drama, literary criticism, non-fiction, children’s fiction, young adult literature, and the Chinua Achebe Prize for Literature. The announcement comes ahead of the association’s 45th International Convention, where the... Read More
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October 6, 2026

Nollywood Movies and Series Coming Out This October 2026

Nollywood has a great selection of movies and series coming out this October to keep viewers glued to their TV screens. It explores all genres, from comedy to action to romance and even thrillers. These are some of the movies and series you should look out for this October. When a royal heir becomes the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Begins ₦50,000 Monthly Relief Payments to Vulnerable Nigerians
October 6, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Petrol and Diesel Prices Surge 86% as Fuel Costs Soar

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Petrol and diesel prices surge 86% as fuel costs soar Fuel prices have soared in Nigeria, with petrol and diesel reaching their highest average levels in 2026 as of September 22, according to PriceandPromo. Petrol... Read More
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