Top 10 Stories From Nigerian Newspapers Today — Sunday May 10, 2026

Good morning! Here are the top stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Sunday May 10, 2026.

Top 10 Stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Sunday May 10, 2026

1. Six governorship hopefuls from the All Progressives Congress in Yobe State met with Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday over growing concerns about the party’s succession plans ahead of the 2027 governorship race. Among those in attendance were Hon. Muhammad Ibrahim Bomai, Yobe South Senator Lawan Kolo Geidam, former NEMA Director-General, and Engr. Mustapha Maihaja.

2. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, officially kicked off his campaign for a fifth term on Saturday during a large gathering in Zaria. Speaking at the Mallawa Eid Ground, he highlighted several projects and development efforts he said his representation had brought to the people of Zaria over the years.

3. Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has endorsed the decision by the Nigeria Democratic Congress to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South. Addressing delegates at the party’s convention in Abuja on Saturday, Kwankwaso said the move was in line with the party’s long-standing power-sharing tradition.

4. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared former Humanitarian Affairs Minister Sadiya Umar Farouq wanted over allegations of abuse of office and misappropriation of public funds. In a notice released on Saturday, the commission urged anyone with information about her location to report to any EFCC office across the country.

5. Police in Kebbi State have arrested a 25-year-old man, Idrisu Musa, over the killing of his elder brother, Muhammed Haruna, and Haruna’s wife, Habiba Muhammed. According to police spokesperson SP Bashir Usman, the couple was attacked with a cutlass while sleeping in their home in Asarara Village, Kimba District, Jega Local Government Area, in the early hours of May 9. Both victims later died from their injuries.

6. The Redeemed Christian Church of God says it is waiting for the outcome of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving one of its pastors in Ogbomoso. The church’s Publicity Secretary, Lanre Oyegbola, confirmed on Saturday that the leadership was aware of the allegations and was monitoring developments.

7. Security was noticeably tight at the All Progressives Congress secretariat in Port Harcourt on Saturday as the party screened House of Assembly aspirants. Armed security personnel were stationed around the complex on Aba Road throughout the exercise.

8. The Federal Government has pledged continued support for the 12 Chibok schoolgirls kidnapping survivors who recently graduated from American University of Nigeria. Officials said the graduates would keep receiving assistance as they rebuild their lives after the trauma they experienced.

9. The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards wrapped up on Saturday at Eko Hotel and Suites, celebrating excellence in African film, television, and digital storytelling. The event, which began at 7 p.m., attracted actors, filmmakers, and content creators from across Africa, with awards presented in categories covering acting, directing, production, and digital media.

10. Galatasaray S.K. have won the Turkish Süper Lig title for a record 26th time after defeating Kayserispor 4-2 on Saturday. The champions had to come from behind twice during the match before eventually sealing another dominant league triumph — their fourth straight title.