National Union of Road Transport Workers president Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has spoken openly about his efforts to improve his English.

What he said

Speaking at a rally in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, MC Oluomo reportedly said he was attending adult lessons to sharpen his spoken English. Addressing Nollywood actor Lege Miami, who organised the event, he joked about their shared struggles with the language. He also pointed to his children, who he said work in the United States as a nurse, a doctor and an engineer, as proof of his success.

Background

MC Oluomo rose from Lagos motor parks to become the national president of the NURTW and is a close ally of the President. He has often been mocked online over his English. At the same rally, Lege Miami broke down in tears while thanking MC Oluomo and others for supporting the event. Separately, a Lagos court this week ordered the arrest of the union's Lagos State chairman over alleged contempt.

How people reacted

Many people praised MC Oluomo for being honest and willing to keep learning, while others joked about the exchange between him and Lege Miami.

The convoy of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi was attacked by suspected political thugs in Calabar, Cross River State, on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.

What happened

According to reports, the attack happened around the Watt Market area as Obi's convoy moved through the city towards a hotel where the party had scheduled a presidential town hall meeting. Obi was in Calabar with his wife, Margaret, and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Attackers threw stones, bottles and other objects at vehicles and supporters who had lined the route. Several supporters were reportedly injured and vehicles were damaged. An aide to Obi, Esther Umoh, said one supporter was hit by a stray bullet.

Police response

The Cross River State Police Command confirmed the incident and said a 27-year-old suspect had been arrested. Police said investigations were continuing to identify those behind the attack.

What Obi said

Speaking after the incident, Obi alleged that APC supporters threw stones at his convoy, forcing people to run for safety. He said such attacks happen because Nigerians tolerate them, and vowed that it would not be allowed in 2027. The APC had not responded to the claim at the time of reporting.

Background

Cross River is governed by the APC. Attacks on campaign events have increased as the January 2027 elections approach. Earlier this week, ADC candidate Atiku Abubakar accused the DSS of plotting to disrupt his Sokoto rally, and APC supporters were attacked ahead of a rally in Katsina. Civil society groups and religious leaders have urged all parties to restrain their supporters.

President Bola Tinubu has left Saudi Arabia for Abuja after completing his Umrah, or lesser pilgrimage, in Makkah.

The departure

According to a statement by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the President's aircraft took off from the Royal Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah at 5.13pm Saudi time on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. He was seen off by the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Nigeria's ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Yakubu Gambo, and the Consul-General, Muazam Ibrahim Nayaya. Before leaving, the President held a brief meeting with the deputy governor at the Royal Guest Palace in the airport.

Background

Tinubu left Abuja for Makkah on 29 October. During the trip he was granted the rare honour of entering the Kaaba with his delegation, where he said he prayed for peace, unity and prosperity for Nigeria. He also hosted governors and senior officials at a dinner in Makkah. The trip drew comment from opposition figures, with Atiku Abubakar's campaign saying it would not guarantee him a second term and activist Omoyele Sowore claiming it was for medical treatment, which the Presidency denied.

What happens next

The President is expected to resume official duties in Abuja. Among matters awaiting him is his request to the Senate for approval of $7.7 billion in new foreign borrowing.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been left out of the shortlist for the 2026 CAF Men's Player of the Year award, according to nominations released by the Confederation of African Football on Wednesday, 4 November.

The snub

The 27-year-old had what many considered a strong year. He helped Nigeria finish third at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco and was a key figure as Galatasaray won the Turkish Super Lig title in 2026. Osimhen won the award in 2023, becoming the first Nigerian to do so since Nwankwo Kanu in 1999.

Who made the list

The reigning African Player of the Year, Morocco and Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi, heads the 10-man shortlist, which reportedly also includes Senegal's Sadio Mané, Ghana's Antoine Semenyo and Ivory Coast's Amad Diallo.

Background

The omission follows news this week that no Nigerian player made the shortlist for the women's award for the first time since it began in 2001. Nigeria still has nominations in other categories, including the Super Falcons for Women's National Team of the Year. The CAF Awards ceremony will be held on 7 December at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts in Lagos.

How people reacted

Nigerian fans reacted angrily, with many saying Osimhen's achievements deserved recognition and questioning how the shortlist was chosen. Others said the competition was strong this year.