Begin your Friday with the most important stories shaping Nigeria today. NB Wakeup brings you the headlines that matter most, from political realignments and security developments to business milestones and policy debates.
1. Akwa Ibom Lawmakers Defect to APC
- Seven federal lawmakers from the PDP and YPP have joined the APC, following Governor Umo Eno’s recent switch. This move signals a significant political shift in Akwa Ibom State.
2. FCTA Vows Justice After Teen Rape Arrest
- An Abuja cleric has been arrested over the alleged rape of a 14-year-old girl. The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has promised full prosecution and justice in the case.
3. Zenith Bank Retains #1 Tier‑1 Rank
- Zenith Bank remains Nigeria’s top bank for the 14th consecutive year, maintaining its leadership in global rankings and reinforcing its dominance in the financial sector.
4. Soludo Pays ₦50 M Permit for Anambra Campaign
- Governor Soludo has secured ANSAA approval for November election billboards by paying a ₦50 million permit fee, officially launching his campaign for the upcoming Anambra elections.
5. Bandits Kill 15 in Sokoto Reprisal Attack
- Suspected Lakurawa gunmen attacked Kwalajiya village in Tangaza LGA, Sokoto, resulting in 15 fatalities in a violent reprisal incident.
6. Nigeria’s Gang Violence Spreads into Schools
- A new SBMI report warns of the growing weaponisation of youth gangs, with violence now spreading into schools and raising national security concerns.
7. Reform Push: Six-Year Single Term Proposal
- Some lawmakers are renewing calls for a single six-year term for the president and governors, reigniting debates over constitutional reforms and governance.
