Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday, 2nd Nov, 2026

Good morning Nigerian. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 2nd November, 2026.

1. Tinubu Hosts Governors To Dinner In Saudi Arabia

President Bola Tinubu has hosted some state governors and other dignitaries to a dinner during his visit to Saudi Arabia.

According to a statement by his Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, the meeting focused on key national issues and other important matters.

2. Atiku Slams APC Over Tinubu’s Electricity Promise

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the All Progressives Congress over its defence of President Bola Tinubu’s electricity record.

Atiku argued that Nigerians continue to experience unreliable power supply, rising electricity tariffs and increasing costs of alternative energy despite Tinubu’s campaign promise to improve electricity supply.

3. Umahi Calls Peter Obi A Nobody, Describes Himself As Lion Of Southeast

Minister of Works David Umahi has dismissed Peter Obi’s 2027 presidential ambition, describing the former Anambra State governor as a nobody.

Umahi also described himself as the Lion of the South-East, insisting that the region has other prominent politicians better qualified to represent its interests. He urged residents of the region to support President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

4. Nigerian Military Kills Senior ISWAP Commanders

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have killed several high-ranking ISWAP commanders during an encounter in Kukawa, Borno State.

The military identified those killed as Abu Hajara, a member of the group’s Shura Council, Abul Walid and two other high-ranking fighters. Troops also recovered weapons, ammunition and communication devices during the operation.

5. APC Warns INEC Against Changing 2027 Election Timetable

The All Progressives Congress has cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission against changing its timetable for the 2027 general elections in a manner that could favour any political party.

The party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, made the position known during a meeting with an ECOWAS pre-election fact-finding mission in Abuja, insisting that INEC must maintain its announced deadlines.

6. Adeboye Denies Protesting Against Goodluck Jonathan

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has denied reports that he protested against former President Goodluck Jonathan.

Speaking during the church’s November 2026 Thanksgiving Service, Adeboye explained that the photograph showing him carrying a placard was taken during a prayer walk organised in 2020 to pray for Nigeria.

7. Toluwanisings’ Wife Agrees To Bury Husband At Their Home

The widow of late gospel singer Toluwanisings, Damilola Olayemi, has agreed to have her husband buried at their residence in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The decision follows a disagreement between her and the singer’s family over his burial arrangements. His colleague, Lanre Alewilese, disclosed the development in an Instagram video.

8. Don Jazzy Reveals How Music Investments Secured His Financial Future

Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy has revealed how he spent his first major earnings from music before changing his approach to managing money.

Speaking on the On The Grind podcast, he recalled spending money on parties and buying 50 bottles of champagne. He later invested in businesses, including signing and promoting artistes, which he said had secured his financial future.

9. Arsenal Beat Liverpool At Anfield To Return To Premier League Top

Arsenal have ended their 13-match winless run at Anfield with a 1-0 victory over Liverpool.

Kai Havertz scored the decisive goal from a cross by Declan Rice as Mikel Arteta’s men held on to secure all three points and return to the top of the Premier League table.

10. Flamingos Beat Venezuela To Reach U17 World Cup Semi-Finals

Nigerian U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have qualified for the semi-finals of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Venezuela 1-0 in Morocco.

Captain Azeezat Oduntan scored the winning goal from the penalty spot late in the match, sending Nigeria into the last four for the first time since 2022.