Good morning Nigerian . Welcome to the roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 5th November, 2026.
1. Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval For Fresh $7.7 Billion Loan
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve a fresh $7.7 billion external loan to partially finance the country’s ₦20.2 trillion budget deficit. The request replaces an earlier $20.52 billion borrowing proposal and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts for further consideration.
2. Peter Obi Speaks On Attack On His Convoy In Calabar
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has confirmed that his convoy was attacked in Calabar, Cross River State. He said his security personnel informed him that the attackers were armed with machetes and other weapons, while criticising the growing acceptance of political attacks in the country.
3. Tinubu Departs Saudi Arabia For Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has departed Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for Abuja after performing the Umrah pilgrimage in Makkah. His presidential aircraft departed the Royal Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport on Wednesday evening, following his religious activities in the holy city.
4. PSC Dismisses Three Senior Police Officers, Demotes 16 Others
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the dismissal of three senior police officers and the demotion of 16 others over misconduct and violations of professional standards. The commission also issued severe reprimands to 21 officers and ordinary reprimands to two others, bringing the total number of sanctioned personnel to 42.
5. Amaechi Says Oshiomhole Is Pained Over Removal As APC Chairman
African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi has said Senator Adams Oshiomhole remains unhappy over his role in the removal of the former Edo State governor as APC National Chairman. Amaechi made the remarks while responding to Oshiomhole’s recent criticism of his political positions and credibility during a television interview.
6. Tinubu Reveals He Drove Taxi To Fund Education In US
President Bola Tinubu has revealed that he worked as a taxi driver and took up other jobs to finance his education in the United States. He said the experience shaped his commitment to expanding educational opportunities for Nigerian children and highlighted government initiatives, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund.
7. Olamide Defends Yoruba Culture And Traditions
Nigerian singer Olamide has defended Yoruba culture and African traditions, insisting that cultural practices should not automatically be associated with evil. Speaking at a movie premiere, the singer said people should appreciate their heritage and remain proud of their cultural roots.
8. Mr Macaroni Bags Master’s Degree With Distinction From UK University
Nigerian skit maker and actor Debo Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has earned a master’s degree with distinction from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in the United Kingdom. He announced the achievement on Instagram, expressing gratitude to God, his family, friends and fans for their support.
9. Nigeria’s Flamingos Beat Brazil To Reach 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Final
Nigeria’s Flamingos have qualified for the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Brazil 3-1 in their semi-final encounter in Morocco. Queen Joseph opened the scoring before Amina Bashiru netted twice. Brazil scored a late consolation goal, but Nigeria held on to secure a place in the final against Japan.
10. Real Madrid Fight Back To Beat AEK Athens 3-2
Real Madrid defeated AEK Athens 3-2 in their UEFA Champions League encounter after Federico Valverde scored a dramatic 92nd-minute winner. The victory extended Madrid’s winning run to seven matches across all competitions and maintained their perfect record in the Champions League league phase.
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