Welcome To Sandra Spicy Blog: October 2026

Friday, October 23, 2026

NLC gives FG four-day deadline to reduce fuel price, review minimum wage

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued an ultimatum giving the Federal Government until October 27, 2026, to address its key economic demands or face a potential nationwide shutdown of economic activities.

Hello spicers. One thing we can’t get enough of is Nigerian fashionistas nailing their own personal style in timeless Aso-Ebi.

Nigerian Afrobeats star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has explained that he deliberately avoids flaunting his wealth and career achievements on social media to prevent putting unnecessary pressure on struggling young people.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has accused the Tinubu administration of making every Nigerian poor by 300 per cent through the devaluation of the naira.

Nollywood actor Williams Uchemba is celebrating his 37th birthday today, October 22, marking the occasion with a collection of elegant photographs shared on his social media page.

The Bida Local Government Council in Niger State has shut down some ice cream production facilities over poor hygiene and failure to meet regulatory requirements.

Cristiano Ronaldo has become football’s first multi-billionaire.

The Federal Government has raised the alarm over the estimated 80 million Nigerian children exposed to lead poisoning.

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has advised people not to let relationships get in the way of the things they are working hard to achieve.

The actress noted that after putting in the work, making sacrifices and spending sleepless nights building something, love can sometimes become a distraction. She made it clear that falling in love is not a bad thing, but people should remember their worth and not lose themselves in the process.

In a post she shared, she wrote:

“You work so hard, sleepless nights, sacrifices, building something from scratch. Then come the accolades! But you see, distractions will come in different forms, sometimes even in the form of love.

“Nothing wrong with falling in love o! Just don’t lose yourself. Know your worth, stay focused and love yourself first. I’m preaching to myself too.”

Edo govt demolishes building belonging to ritualist

The Edo State Government has demolished a bungalow and boys’ quarters belonging to a suspected organ harvester and ritualist, identified as Ebhata Eromosele in Esan Central Senatorial Districts.

Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv overnight into Thursday, just hours after President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness to resume trilateral peace talks next month.

Veteran Nollywood actor, director, and filmmaker Francis Duru has di!ed at the age of 57.

TOPIC: Flee Lusts [23 Friday October 2026]

MEMORISE: But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. – 1 Timothy 6:11 (KJV)

Actress Bidemi Kosoko Celebrates Her 40th Birthday In Style

Nollywood actress Bidemi Kosoko is celebrating her 40th birthday today, October 21, 2026.

A former INEC commissioner, Mike Iginni, has alleged that in the past elections, corrupt INEC officials connive with corrupt politicians to infiltrate the list of NYSC members who serve as electoral officers during elections.

The Ogun State Police Command has rescued 11 Ghanaian nationals allegedly held hostage in Sagamu after being lured to Nigeria with promises of Canadian and Spanish visas.

Nigeria has confirmed a case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, involving a woman who recently arrived from Uganda. Authorities have identified 44 contacts for monitoring as part of the public health response.

Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire took to Instagram on Wednesday, October 21, to mark her birthday with a deeply personal message about faith, gratitude, and new beginnings.

The Federal Government has appealed to Nigerians to remain calm after a woman who travelled to Nigeria from Ugandan tested positive for Ebola virus in the FCT.

Nigeria’s passport has taken another hit on the global stage, plunging to 181 out of 196 nations.

Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has issued a pubic apology to her colleague Laide Bakare over her reaction to a question about the latter during an interview on ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’.

The Federal Government has confirmed a case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

TOPIC: Shield Other Children [21 Wednesday, October 2026]

MEMORISE: Let the sighing of the prisoner come before thee; according to the greatness of thy power preserve thou those that are appointed to die; – Psalm 79:11 (KJV)

Tonto Dikeh Stunning In New Photos

Nollywood actress and evangelist Tonto Dikeh recently shared stunning new photos on social media featuring her in a striking pink outfit.

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians residing in the United Kingdom to stop giving financial handouts to relatives seeking money at home, advising them instead to push their families to vote for productive leaders.

Golden Eaglets head coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere has tendered a public apology to Nigerians following the team’s early exit from the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso.

A former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan is dead.

French authorities in Marseille have banned all public gatherings and demonstrations between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM on Monday following severe weekend unrest and looting triggered by nationwide cost-of-living protests.

Actress Uche Ogbodo has advised women in unhappy marriages to recognise their worth, prioritise self-love and walk away from relationships that no longer meet their needs.

Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the Nigerian Senate, has raised concerns about the country’s tax laws, stating that many Nigerians do not know about a policy that could require them to pay 25 per cent of their earnings in tax.

Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola wrote a heartfelt note after her son’s 7th birthday party.

Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has revealed that the state has lost metals, electrical materials, and infrastructure worth billions of naira to scavengers, locally known as Ajakuta.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has sued the Independent National Electoral Commission at the Federal High Court in Abuja over the alleged failure to account for more than N126.46bn appropriated for electoral operations.

TOPIC: Shield Your Children (1) [ 19 Monday, October 2026]

MEMORISE: Specially the day that thou stoodest before the Lord thy God in Horeb, when the Lord said unto me, Gather me the people together, and I will make them hear my words, that they may learn to fear me all the days that they shall live upon the earth, and that they may teach their children. – Deuteronomy 4:10 (KJV)

Actress Jumoke Odetola celebrates birthday with stunning photos

Nollywood actress Jumoke Odetola turned a year older today and has been celebrated by fans and followers on Instagram. She shared stunning pictures as well.

The Lagos State Government will rehabilitate Ozumba Mbadiwe Road for 35 days, starting Monday, October 19, 2026.

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The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, says President Bola Tinubu is experiencing sleepless nights over the political momentum of NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections.

A Lagos court has sentenced six men to two years in prison for allegedly assaulting officers of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps, popularly known as Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI).

Skit maker Zicsaloma has questioned how quickly mobile data gets used up in Nigeria after comparing his experience with internet usage in the United Kingdom.

The Nigerian Army has arrested a 35-year-old man, Clifford Maisamari, for allegedly impersonating a military officer and defrauding two women of more than N700,000 through relationships in Gombe and Bauchi states.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has issued a formal apology for his proposed World Cup sell-off plan during a three-hour FIFA Council meeting in Zurich on Thursday, amid mounting pressure from European football administrators demanding his resignation.

The Federal Government has officially reopened the First Niger Bridge to traffic following a 38-day closure, restoring vital transit connectivity between Onitsha in Anambra State and Asaba in Delta State.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, October 15, arraigned the trio of Raymond Charles Yafetus, Auwal Ibrahim and Babangida Yahaya Ibrahim before Justice S. O. Ibrahim of the Federal High Court, Abuja for allegedly impersonating Nigerian blogger and influencer, Tunde Ednut.

Nollywood actress Dakore Egbuson-Akande is celebrating her birthday, with a message of gratitude to God for the gift of life.

Doctors working at health facilities belonging to Kwara State Government have commenced a seven-day warning strike over unpaid welfare and health insurance deductions.

Veteran actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has called for changes in the Nigeria Police Force after spending 10 days in Ghana for a movie shoot.

TOPIC: Shielded By His Word [16 Friday, October 2026]

MEMORISE: He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. – Psalm 107:20 (KJV)

Singer Timi Dakolo issues warning to people in abusive relationships

Timi Dakolo has issued a warning to people in abusive relationships who believe enduring suffering is a proof of love.

The Independent National Electoral Commission in Lagos State has introduced QR codes to help eligible voters locate Permanent Voter Card collection centres ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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