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1. Two waterway accidents kill police officer, woman in Bayelsa Vanguard · 8 Nov 2026

   By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Two separate waterway accidents in Bayelsa State have claimed the lives of a serving police officer and a female passenger, the state Police Command has confirmed. The incidents occurred in Brass and Sagbama Local Government Areas, according to a statement issued on…

2. Morning recap: Churches deny oil wells claim, INEC weighs Atiku’s ticket, other top stories Punch · 8 Nov 2026

   From controversies surrounding prominent Nigerian pastors to political developments ahead of the 2027 general elections, several stories are making headlines. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-churches-deny-oil-wells-claim-inec-weighs-atikus-ticket-other-top-stories/

3. Ogun releases free ambulance hotline, offers 48-hour treatment Punch · 8 Nov 2026

   The Ogun State Government has urged residents to save its dedicated emergency ambulance number, 08112000033, for immediate medical assistance during road accidents and other emergencies, assuring that the service is free. Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-releases-free-ambulance-hotline-offers-48-…

4. Flamingos’ World Cup victory Nigeria’s pride — Barau Punch · 8 Nov 2026

   The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Read More: https://punchng.com/flamingos-world-cup-victory-nigerias-pride-bar…

5. Nkechi Blessing’s ex, Falegan, apologises over bitter breakup Punch · 8 Nov 2026

   Ekiti politician and philanthropist, Opeyemi Falegan, has publicly apologised to Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday, years after their highly publicised relationship ended in a bitter fallout. Read More: https://punchng.com/nkechi-blessings-ex-falegan-apologises-over-bitter-breakup/

6. Defense committee chair says OPCON agreement stands despite US midterm uncertainty Korea Times · 8 Nov 2026

   The United States acknowledged that certain policy-related variables could affect the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON) to Seoul, but reaffirmed its commitment to the existing bilateral agreement that the handover will proceed based on agreed conditions, a Korean lawmaker said Sunday.…

7. Gov't weighs tighter social media restrictions for minors, targeting addictive features Korea Times · 8 Nov 2026

   The government is considering expanding restrictions on minors’ social media use beyond age limits for account registration to include regulations on recommendation algorithms and platform features to curb excessive use. However, questions remain over how the proposed measures can effectively…

8. Award-winning Amplicity raises USD 1.01 million to turn idle backup batteries into working energy assets Antara · 8 Nov 2026

   Some of the energy storage Singapore needs may already be installed in its data centres and factories. Amplicity, ...

9. Malaysia’s health ministry to conduct inspections at Gardenia over consumer complaints SPH Media · 8 Nov 2026

   Complaints were circulating on social media of alleged food poisoning after consumption of Gardenia products.

10. COP31 climate summit in Turkey, ASEAN Summit, Sri Lanka budget Nikkei · 8 Nov 2026