AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors' Forum and Governor of Kwara State, has been elected as the President of the Forum of African Regions (FORAF). He was elected alongside four regional vice-presidents, with a focus on promoting better integration and inclusive growth across Africa.

Amaju Pinnick has sparked discussion regarding his role in Nigerian football after a recent appearance on Arise TV, where he addressed the ongoing FIFA World Cup and the absence of Nigeria's Super Eagles. The conversation has raised questions about his position and leadership within the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), particularly as many believe he should be stepping down from his role.

Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc has announced the retirement of Akinwumi Godson Fanimokun, who served as Vice Chairman and Independent Non-Executive Director for eight years. Tajudeen Shobayo has been appointed as his successor, according to Nairametrics.

Pitso Mosimane has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Hugo Broos as the head coach of Bafana Bafana, following his presentation of plans to the South African Football Association (Safa) last month. This development indicates a significant step towards his potential appointment as the national team's next coach.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has appointed a new Emir of Zurmi, according to Premium Times. The new monarch becomes the 21st Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, succeeding His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bello Suleiman, who died on 31 August 2026. The appointment fills the traditional leadership vacancy in the Zurmi emirate following the late emir's passing.

The University Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa, has been killed in a shooting incident in Zamfara State. According to a statement issued by the university and signed by the NOUN Registrar, Marafa was reportedly shot while returning from Gusau on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The announcement was reported by Information Nigeria, though further details about the circumstances of the attack or any arrests were not provided in the initial report.