1. President Tinubu Cuts Short France Vacation, Returns to Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected back in Abuja today, earlier than scheduled, according to his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The president, who has been on a working vacation in France, reportedly decided to shorten his stay as national issues mount at home.
2. Kidnapped Plateau Monarch Found Dead in the Bush
Tragedy struck in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State as the abducted Ward Head of Shuwaka, Mallam Hudu Hassan Barau, was discovered dead six days after his kidnap. His body was found in the bush on Monday morning, deepening fears over insecurity in rural Plateau communities.
3. Four Dead, Six Rescued in Lagos Building Collapse
A three-storey building collapsed on Bornu Street, Ebute Meta, Lagos, leaving at least four people dead and six others rescued alive. Officials of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident, which once again raises concerns about building safety standards in the city.
4. Gunmen Kill Six in Midnight Attack on Bokkos Community
At least six people, including women and children, were killed when gunmen invaded Ikn’gwakap community in Mushere Chiefdom, Bokkos LGA of Plateau State on Sunday night. The Mushere Youth Movement confirmed the attack, adding that several residents are still missing after the raid.
5. Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Failing to Tackle Hunger and Poverty
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the Bola Tinubu administration, saying it has shown no capacity to address rising hunger and poverty over two years in office. He described the widespread hardship facing Nigerians, especially the poor, as unacceptable and called for urgent action.
6. Inflation Drops to 20.12% in August, Says NBS
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) announced that Nigeria’s inflation rate fell to 20.12% in August, a slight relief from July’s 20.67%. Food inflation also eased to 1.65%, down from 3.12% in July, offering hope for some stability in the cost of living.
7. Bandits Abduct 40 Worshippers in Zamfara Mosque Attack
Armed bandits stormed a mosque in Gidan Turbe village, Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State, abducting about 40 worshippers during morning prayers on Monday. Hours earlier, a separate attack in Bukkuyum LGA saw at least 10 villagers kidnapped, highlighting the relentless wave of abductions in the state.
8. Naira Strengthens to ₦1,495 Per Dollar
The Nigerian currency gained ground in the foreign exchange market, trading at ₦1,495 per dollar — its strongest level since February 2025. The Central Bank of Nigeria attributed the appreciation, which is ₦8.5 higher than Friday’s closing rate, to improved dollar inflows.
9. University Workers Threaten Strike from September 22
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) have issued a 7-day ultimatum to the federal government, threatening to shut down public universities from September 22 if their demands are unmet. The warning comes amid unresolved salary and welfare issues.
10. FG Suspends 4% Customs Levy on Imported Goods
The federal government has suspended the controversial 4% Free on Board levy recently introduced by the Nigeria Customs Service. Finance Minister Wale Edun said the decision followed widespread backlash from importers and trade experts, who warned the levy would worsen inflation and business costs.