NLC issues two-week ultimatum to FG on petrol price and minimum wage

 The Nigeria Labour Congress has given the Federal Government two weeks to reduce petrol prices and begin renegotiating the national minimum wage, warning that failure to act could prompt further action by the labour movement.

The ultimatum, which begins on Friday, October 9, 2026, was announced in a communiqué signed by NLC President Joe Ajaero after a joint meeting of the Congress’s National Executive Council and Central Working Committee in Abuja. The NLC directed its affiliates and allies to remain on alert, citing worsening economic conditions and declining purchasing power.

“The joint meeting-in-session notes with profound alarm the deepening misery inflicted on the Nigerian working class and the broader masses by the neo-liberal policies of the federal government and its state institutions,” the communiqué said. It added that “inflation continues to soar unabated, the naira remains traumatised, wages have been rendered worthless, and the cost of living has become unbearable.” The Congress said currency depreciation and rising prices had substantially eroded the value of the national minimum wage.

Zlatan announces wedding date as he releases pre-wedding video

 Zlatan Ibile, real name Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, is set to wed. 

The Zanku crooner and his longtime partner, Davita Lamai, will get married on October 24, 2016. 

The singer made the announcement by sharing their pre-wedding video, which included a touching voice over from one of their sons. 

Nigerian-born football executive Lola Ogunbote has officially joined Chelsea FC Women as the new Head of Football Operations & Player Services.

 Nigerian-born football executive Lola Ogunbote has officially joined Chelsea FC Women as the new Head of Football Operations & Player Services.

Ogunbote moved to the London club after almost five years at Burnley, where she served as the club’s first Head of Women’s Football from 2021. During her time at Burnley, she played a key role in recruitment, player development, performance structures and the wider development of the women’s football programme.

Her spell at Burnley ended on a high, with the women’s team winning the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division title and securing promotion last season. Burnley confirmed in June that Ogunbote would leave the club at the end of the month.

The Kenyan Airways has confirmed the d3ath of a passenger on a flight from Nairobi to Lagos.

 The Kenyan Airways has confirmed the death of a passenger on a flight from Nairobi to Lagos.

In a statement issued Wednesday, October 7, 2026, the airline said the flight experienced a medical emergency on board on Tuesday at around 21:20 hrs Nigerian time as the passenger was found to be unresponsive appropriately 20 minutes before landing in Lagos. 

According to the statement, its crew administered first aid as per their training and followed all emergency procedures.

However, after landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport at 21:41 hrs, the aircraft was met by medical personnel, and upon further examination, the medical personnel confirmed that the passenger had passed away.

Ex-'American Idol' contestant Caleb Flynn sentenced to life in prison over murder of his wife

 Former “American Idol” contestant Caleb Flynn is set to be sentenced after a jury found him guilty of murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn, according to TMZ. Flynn faces up to life in prison without the possibility of parole. TMZ said it would stream the sentencing hearing live.

During the trial, prosecutors argued that Flynn shot Ashley twice in the back of the head and staged the scene to make it appear that a break-in had occurred. They also alleged that Flynn was having an affair and had sent his mistress a text message the night before the killing that read: “I choose you. I’m free. Actions will come tomorrow.”

President Tinubu declares three-day National mourning over the Ondo military aircraft crash

 President Tinubu has declared a three-day national mourning over the Ondo military aircraft crash that occurred on Monday, October 5.

The President has also ordered that flags should be flown at half-mast throughout the country as a mark of respect to the officers and others onboard the illfated flight.

In a statement released, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said President Tinubu “extends his deepest condolences to the family of the 25 passengers and seven crew members involved, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, and all officers, airmen and airwomen of the Nigerian Air Force.”

“This is a painful moment for our Armed Forces and for the entire nation. Our Air Force personnel put their lives on the line every day to secure Nigeria. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Photos from funeral service of Veteran Actor, Olu Jacobs

 The funeral service for late actor Olu Jacobs took place in Lagos on Friday, October 2.

The funeral service which was held at This Present House Church, Lekki, Lagos and had in attendance his beloved wife of 40 years, Joke Silva, their sons, grandchildren, family members, friends, and well-wishers.

Among those who paid tribute was Darey Art Alade, who performed his hit song Pray For Me, featuring Olu Jacobs and his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva.

The Deputy Governor of Lagos state, Obafemi Hamzat, first lady, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu and others was also in attendance. The actor’s son, Olugbenga Jacobs, presented his father’s biography during the funeral proceedings.

'I was not going to let others di£' - Pilot stabbed by co-pilot on FlyDubai flight describes cockpit attack that was almost Hijacked

 The Indian captain who helped thwart an apparent attempt to hijack a FlyDubai flight has spoken about how he fought for his life after his co-pilot stabbed him and the plane began a steep descent. 

Captain Smit Machchhar spoke on Friday,  October 2, while recovering in an Abu Dhabi hospital. 

He told Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a video call broadcast live on television channels that he knew he had to get back on his feet to save the passengers aboard the aircraft. 

"I had so many wounds. I had fallen down," he said from the hospital, his head bandaged and tubes in his nose, before breaking down as he recalled the attack. 

Public servants begin three-day warning strike over hardship, and demands for better wages

 Public service workers under the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council at twelve midnight today October 2, began a three-day warning strike from 2nd to 4th October over worsening economic hardship and demands for better wages.

The council directed workers in federal, state and local governments to join the action, which will begin at midnight Friday and end Sunday.

The decision was contained in a circular dated October 1st and signed by the council’s National Secretary, Olowoyo Gbenga, following the Federal Government’s failure to address demands submitted to President Bola Tinubu on 21st of September. 

Cristiano Ronaldo faces disciplinary action and huge fine after walking out on Portugal

 Football legend, Cristiano Ronaldo could face severe disciplinary action, including a suspension ranging from one to six months and a substantial fine under Portuguese Football Federation (PFF) regulations, following his unauthorized departure from the national team's training camp.

The friction boiled over after the veteran forward was left as an unused substitute during Portugal's UEFA Nations League match against Norway at the Ullevaal Stadion.

Following emergency talks involving manager Jorge Jesus and PFF leadership, Ronaldo took to social media on Wednesday evening to announce his exit from the squad, promising to eventually reveal "the truth" behind his sudden departure while wishing his teammates success for upcoming fixtures against Denmark and Norway.

Pilot allegedly st@bs co-pilot while attempting to hijack' Israel-bound plane

 A pilot on a flight from Dubai to Israel allegedly st@bbed his co-pilot in an attempt to hijack the plane midair, according to reports. 

Israeli fighter jets were scrambled after Flydubai Flight FZ1073 dramatically dropped approximately 13,000 feet in 30 seconds as it veered off course on Wednesday morning, September 30, FlightRadar data shows. 

The Boeing 737 plane, which Israeli media said had around 150 Israeli passengers on board, then again transmitted the initial general emergency signal before later landing at Tabuk airport in northwestern Saudi Arabia, the website said. 

Passengers on board FlyDubai flight FZ1073 said they feared they would di£ as they heard "screams and saw blood" during the fight.