Good morning Nigerian . Welcome to the roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 6th November, 2026.
1. Court Sacks Mark-led ADC Leadership, Nullifies Atiku’s Candidacy
A Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by former Senate President David Mark and invalidated decisions made by its caretaker committee.
The ruling also affected the nomination of Atiku Abubakar as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Justice Peter Lifu delivered the judgment in favour of former national deputy chairman (North-East), Nafiu Bala Gombe.
Gombe had challenged the process through which the Mark-led committee took over the party’s leadership and asked the court to nullify its actions. The suit listed the ADC, INEC, David Mark, Rauf Aregbesola and Ralph Nwosu as defendants. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
2. 2027: Wike Criticises Amaechi Over Wife’s Involvement In Politics
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticised ADC presidential running mate Rotimi Amaechi for bringing his wife and mother into national politics.
Wike questioned Amaechi’s claim that he would have distanced himself from his wife if she were Nigeria’s president and governed like President Bola Tinubu.
Speaking during his monthly media chat in Abuja, Wike also recalled Amaechi’s previous statement concerning the president’s policies and the death of his mother. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
3. Keyamo Mocks Opposition Over ‘Rig And Die’ Comment
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has mocked the opposition over the controversial phrase, “rig and die,” ahead of the 2027 election.
Keyamo said the phrase should be embraced by everyone after Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege warned that anyone attempting to rig the election would face deadly consequences.
In a post on X, Keyamo said the opposition would have to explain how many people they killed during the election to support claims of electoral rigging. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
4. Oshiomhole Blames Atiku, Obasanjo For Collapse Of Industries
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has blamed former President Olusegun Obasanjo and his deputy, Atiku Abubakar, for the collapse of Nigerian industries.
Oshiomhole alleged that their administration was responsible for the closure of companies including Michelin and Dunlop, which he said contributed to Nigeria becoming dependent on imports.
He made the allegation at the APC presidential campaign rally in Ekiti State, while also criticising Atiku over comments about unemployment. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
5. Atiku Reacts After Court Sacks Him As ADC Candidate
Atiku Abubakar has condemned the Federal High Court judgment that removed the leadership of the African Democratic Congress led by Senator David Mark.
The judgment also invalidated decisions made by the party’s caretaker committee, including Atiku’s nomination as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election.
Atiku described the ruling as an attempt to weaken the ADC and frustrate his presidential ambition, saying its timing came shortly after a large turnout at his Sokoto rally. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
6. INEC Explains Alleged Creation Of 453 New Polling Units
The Independent National Electoral Commission has explained that reported changes to polling units in some states were linked to a court ruling that created new constituencies in Kogi, Benue and Delta states.
The explanation followed reports that INEC had secretly created 453 additional polling units ahead of the 2027 general elections.
INEC official Wilfred Osilama Ifogah said the exercise was not secret and that the commission would provide details to relevant stakeholders after completing its internal processes. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
7. Kunle Afod Opens Up About Marriage Crash
Nollywood actor and producer Kunle Afod has attributed the collapse of his marriage to his wife, Desola Afod, to jealousy and cheating allegations from both sides.
Reports about the couple’s separation surfaced online in February 2026, with claims that Desola had moved her belongings out of their marital home. Neither party initially confirmed the reports.
Speaking during an interview with Kasnasty Sugar on YouTube, Afod linked their separation to the nature of their jobs and also spoke about differences between the couple. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
8. Regina Daniels Blasts Kemi Olunloyo Over Social Media Exchange
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has responded to journalist Kemi Olunloyo following a social media exchange between both women.
Olunloyo had appealed to Regina’s fans to stop directing negative comments and toxic energy towards her.
Regina questioned why Olunloyo had suddenly raised the issue and said she had previously ignored the journalist because she was no longer interested in online controversies. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
9. Cristiano Ronaldo Announces International Retirement
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football after 23 years with the national team.
The 41-year-old forward confirmed the decision on November 5, 2026, through a video shared on social media. He leaves international football with 146 goals in 234 appearances for Portugal.
Ronaldo, who became Portugal’s most-capped player and highest goalscorer, said the decision was difficult because of the emotional connection he had with representing his country. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
10. Tinubu, Motsepe Congratulate Flamingos On World Cup Final Qualification
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and CAF President Patrice Motsepe have congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos after the team reached the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The Flamingos defeated Brazil 3-1 in their semi-final on November 4, becoming the first African team to reach the final of the competition.
Tinubu praised the team’s achievement and urged the players to maintain their confidence and fighting spirit as they prepare to face Japan in the final. Pasted text(20261106-045600)
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