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Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, reopened the First Niger Bridge linking Onitsha and Asaba after extensive rehabilitation, decorating the structure with photographs of President Bola Tinubu and other officials. The bridge, originally built in 1965, had been closed since September 7 for emergency repairs.
Former Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Kolawole Taiwo, argued that Peter Obi’s achievements in Anambra cannot be used to challenge the All Progressives Congress in Lagos, emphasizing the differing contexts of the two states.
The Anambra State Government has rejected further agitation for new autonomous communities, citing a Supreme Court ruling that such splits would fragment large areas and cause conflict. It also dismissed rumours about reclaiming mission‑returned schools and gave an update on the Onitsha market regeneration project.
Police from the Oyo State command stopped a commercial bus on Ife Road, arresting a traveler from Anambra who carried a pistol and ammunition. The suspect claimed he was heading to Oyo to avenge his brother’s killing and admitted belonging to the Vikings cult.
The Independent National Electoral Commission warned it will closely monitor campaign spending and vote‑buying ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election, pledging prosecution for violations. The statement was made by the Resident Electoral Commissioner for Anambra State, Dr Queen Elizabeth Agwu, at a stakeholder meeting.
Anambra State High Court sentenced Ikechukwu Okoye to death by hanging after convicting him of killing his family friend’s wife and stealing her grinding machine and generator.