Missed the buzz? Here’s a quick roundup of standout news from Nigeria and beyond, highlighting triumphs, challenges, and milestones that shaped our headlines.
1. “I Have More Classics Than the King of Pop” — Sir Shina Peters
Juju legend Sir Shina Peters dropped a podcast bomb, claiming his four “evergreens” outshine Michael Jackson’s two (Thriller and Beat It, he said—debatable). He made this bold statement during an appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast, saying that true success in music should be measured by how many “evergreen” albums or “classics” an artist has produced.
2. #EndSARS Anniversary Sparks Nationwide Reflection and Protests
October 20 marked five years since the Lekki Toll Gate massacre, reigniting #EndSARS with tributes, protests, and raw calls for accountability. Amnesty International and activists remembered victims across Alausa, Lekki, Ughelli, and Oyigbo, while social media flooded with demands for trials. It’s a stark reminder of unhealed wounds—over 12 protesters killed in 2020, yet no convictions.
3. University of Ilorin’s 40th Convocation Spotlights Academic Excellence
October 23’s ceremonies trended with Elizabeth Omolara Kayode’s 4.95 CGPA as overall best graduating student, plus shoutouts to linguistics standouts. It’s a feel-good amid ASUU strike threats.
4. CBN Exits FATF Grey List in Major Anti-Money Laundering Win
The Central Bank of Nigeria celebrated ditching the Financial Action Task Force’s Grey List on October 25, boosting investor confidence and signaling cleaner financial plumbing. Foreign reserves hit a six-year high, the naira steadied at ₦1,475/$, and EFCC touted 7,000 convictions plus ₦500bn recovered.
5. 18-Year-Old Becomes Nigeria’s Youngest Commercial Pilot
Mohammed Aminu Sani, 18, earned his U.S. FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot License, trending as inspiration for aviation dreams. From Kano, he joins a rare club in a country with just 100 active pilots. Amid brain drain, stories like this flip the script
Stay tuned for next week’s roundup because, in Nigeria, the news never sleeps. Follow Lists NG on Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok for more.
