Top 10 Stories From Nigerian Newspapers Today — Monday, October 20 2025

Good morning! Here are the top stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Monday, October 20 2025.

Top 10 Stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Monday, October 20 2025

1. PDP Forgery Allegation Escalates Party Crisis

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing deepening internal conflict following allegations of forgery made by its National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu. Over the weekend, Anyanwu claimed that a letter sent to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), purportedly signed by him regarding the upcoming November 15 convention in Ibadan, was forged.

2. Regina Daniels and Ned Nwoko’s Marriage Under Public Scrutiny

The marriage of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels and Senator Ned Nwoko became a trending topic over the weekend after viral videos and social media posts showed both parties trading accusations, raising public concern over the state of their relationship.

3. Boko Haram Ambush Leaves Several Dead in Borno

Suspected Boko Haram militants ambushed security personnel in Kashimiri village, Bama LGA of Borno State, killing the Commanding Officer of the 202 Battalion, five soldiers, and three Civilian Joint Task Force members. The Commanding Officer of the 222 Battalion and several others were injured, while one soldier was abducted.

4. Zamfara Reinstates 103 Teachers, Approves Salary Arrears

The Zamfara State Government has reinstated 103 teachers previously affected by a Ministry of Education verification exercise and approved the payment of their seven-month salary arrears. Commissioner for Education, Malam Wadatau Madawaki, announced the decision during a press briefing.

5. FG Declares Mathematics Mandatory for O-Level Students

The Federal Ministry of Education has reiterated that Mathematics remains a compulsory subject for all students taking O-Level exams. The policy was confirmed in a statement released on Sunday by Ministry spokesperson Boriowo Folashade.

6. Young Woman Commits Suicide After Alleged Infidelity Discovery

A 22-year-old woman, Odama Mary Agado, reportedly took her own life in Enugu after allegedly discovering her boyfriend with another woman. Originally from Woleche-Ipuole, Yala LGA in Cross River State, Mary ran a hair salon in Enugu before the tragic incident, which involved ingesting a substance suspected to be Sniper.

7. Gunmen Invade Lagos Barracks, Kill Butcher

There was chaos on Saturday morning when unknown gunmen attacked the Mammy Market area of a military barracks in Ojo LGA, Lagos State. A butcher, identified only as Ridwan, was shot dead in the incident.

8. NDLEA Seizes Drugs Hidden in Snails, Bulbs, Clothes

The NDLEA has intercepted illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothing bound for the U.S., U.K., and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The seizures were made at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport and a courier service in Lagos, according to spokesperson Femi Babafemi.

9. Kwara Cleric Arrested for Brutalising 10-Year-Old

Police in Kwara State have arrested an Islamic cleric, Folorunsho Olaoti, for allegedly assaulting a 10-year-old boy in his care. The incident occurred in Akerebiata, Ilorin East LGA, after the boy reportedly told his mother about derogatory remarks made about her.

10. INEC Issues Notice for Anambra Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially issued the notice for the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State. The announcement was made on Sunday by INEC’s state Public Relations Officer, Mrs Ugomma Lechukwu, in Awka.