Top 10 Stories From Nigerian Newspapers Today — Monday, October 6 2025

Good morning! Here are the top stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Monday, October 6 2025.

Top 10 Stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Monday, October 6 2025

1. NDLEA Dismantles Lagos Cocaine Cartels

The NDLEA has dismantled two major drug cartels responsible for six cocaine consignments hidden in stainless cups, body creams, and hair gels. Five suspects, including kingpin Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode, were arrested during the intelligence-led raids in Lagos.

2. Power Minister Eyes Oyo Governorship in 2027

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has declared his intention to run for Oyo State Governor in 2027, stating, “It is my turn.” His comment surfaced in a viral video from an APC stakeholders’ meeting.

3. Gunmen Kill Two in Bwari, FCT

Suspected kidnappers shot dead two individuals returning from a wedding in Gwagwalada. The incident occurred in Bwari, FCT, over the weekend, further stoking security concerns in the capital.

4. ADC Slams President Tinubu on Security Failures

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticized President Bola Tinubu for his “insensitivity” to Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, accusing him of prioritizing political optics over the safety of citizens.

5. Wike, Fubara Meet Amid Rivers Political Tensions

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara held a closed-door meeting with the Rivers Elders Council in Port Harcourt, signaling efforts to manage ongoing political tensions in the state.

6. Oshiomhole Warns Jonathan Against 2027 Comeback

Adams Oshiomhole has urged former President Goodluck Jonathan not to contest the 2027 presidential election, warning it could tarnish his legacy. He said only those who don’t wish Jonathan well would support such a move.

7. NDLEA Destroys Nearly 25,000kg of Cannabis

The NDLEA destroyed 24,897kg of skunk in forests across Edo and Osun States. Another 223.5kg of processed cannabis and seeds were recovered from illegal farms in Edo.

8. Lagos Police Arrest 5 Cultists After Badagry Clash

Lagos Police arrested five suspected cultists following violent clashes between rival groups in Onireke and Isashi, Badagry. Investigations are ongoing, according to spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi.

9. Army Denies Kwara Arms Heist by Bandits

The Nigerian Army has debunked an online report claiming that bandits overpowered troops and stole weapons in Kwara State, calling it “false and misleading.”

10. Imisioluwa Wins Big Brother Naija Season 10

23-year-old actress and fashion designer Imisioluwa Ayanwale (Imisi) has won Big Brother Naija Season 10, bagging ₦80 million cash, an SUV, and other prizes after a hotly contested finale.