Campaigns: ‘Stand in every state capital, shake hands with Nigerians’ – Pat Utomi challenges Tinubu

1. State Police Bill: Mixed Response

The proposed constitutional amendment for the State Police system has garnered mixed reactions, with only five out of 36 State Houses of Assembly approving the bill by October 15 despite a 30-day deadline. The five states are Edo, Osun, Oyo, Rivers, and Zamfara.

2. Tinubu Takes Action Against Kidnap Victims

President Bola Tinubu has instructed security agencies to rescue all abducted individuals and prevent any terrorist or bandit camps from operating in Nigeria. This directive was announced by the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, during a security meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

3. Minimum Wage Talks Stalemate

The Federal Government and the Nigeria Labour Congress are at odds over the commencement of negotiations for the new national minimum wage. Labour union representatives argue that preparations should commence immediately, challenging the government's interpretation of the relevant laws. The disagreement arose from a recent exchange of letters between Dr Muhammad Dingyadi, the Minister of Labour and Employment, and NLC President Joe Ajaero, concerning the timeline for reviewing the N70,000 minimum wage law enacted in July 2024.

4. Nigeria's Inflation Slows Down

Despite rising energy costs, Nigeria's headline inflation has decreased to 14.63% in September 2026, down from 15.39% in August. This moderation in consumer prices is largely attributed to declining food prices. However, the National Bureau of Statistics' report also highlights contrasting price movements across major sectors, with energy costs rising significantly while core inflation accelerated despite the overall moderation in consumer prices.