Top Headlines You Must Not Miss Today, Friday, 24th October 2025 — Only on Akahi News
Top Headlines You Must Not Miss Today, Friday, 24th October 2025 — Only on Akahi News
By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News
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Here are the top news headlines you can’t afford to miss today, Friday, 24th October 2025 👇
1️⃣ Oyebanji Urges Ekiti Residents To Take Ownership Of Roads, Commissions Bovas-Spotless, Palace-Okeage-Idolofin Projects
Governor Biodun Oyebanji charges Ekiti residents to maintain state roads as he delivers new infrastructure milestones to mark his third anniversary in office.
2️⃣ Attempt To Detain Omoyele Sowore Will Spark Nationwide Resistance, Take It Back Movement Warns
The Take It Back Movement issues a strong warning against any attempt to detain activist Omoyele Sowore, threatening mass action nationwide if he is not released.
3️⃣ Harrysong, Brainjotter, Sabinus, Sarkin Dariya, Others Set to Headline “Leave Comedy for Shortcut” Show in Abuja
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as top comedians and entertainers storm Abuja for the 7th edition of the “Leave Comedy for Shortcut” concert.
4️⃣ Ogun State Welcomes $450 Million Stellar Steel Investment from Chinese Consortium
Governor Abiodun celebrates a major $450m investment as Chinese investors launch the Stellar Steel Company project, expected to begin operations by mid-2026.
5️⃣ Nigeria’s FIRS and Customs Collect Record N6.41 Trillion in VAT Between January and September 2025
FIRS and Customs record a massive N6.41 trillion VAT haul — a new national record. Analysts debate whether this growth signals stronger compliance or inflationary pressures.
6️⃣ Cubana Chief Priest Hails Davido’s Global Recognition
Cubana Chief Priest showers praise on Davido following another milestone achievement that cements the singer’s position among global music icons.
7️⃣ Local Government Service in Cross River Gets Major Boost Under Governor Otu’s Administration
Governor Otu’s leadership continues to transform Cross River’s local government service through improved working conditions, new departments, and recruitment drives.
8️⃣ Cross River Microfinance Agency Launches ‘People First Entrepreneurship Clubs’ to Inspire Young Innovators
The Cross River Microfinance Agency unveils an initiative to groom a new generation of creative entrepreneurs and job creators.
9️⃣ Family of Late Moses Mba Sues Cross River Government, Demands N950 Million Over Alleged Killing by Security Aides
A grieving family seeks justice and N950 million in compensation over the alleged killing of their son by security operatives attached to the Cross River Government.
🔟 Cross River Education Commissioner Reaffirms Partnership with LG Education Supervisors
The Cross River Education Commissioner reiterates the state’s dedication to strengthening partnerships that ensure better oversight and improved educational standards.
1️⃣1️⃣ Cross River Government Shuts Down 33 Illegal Schools in Statewide Education Reform Drive
The state government intensifies its education reform campaign by closing down illegal schools operating without approval across the state.
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