Bello Mandiya, a former senator who represented Katsina South Senatorial District, has died at the age of 62. According to a statement issued by the Katsina State Government, Mandiya died on Monday, September 7, 2026. Governor Dikko Umaru Radda expressed shock and sadness over the death, describing it as a great loss.

Tribune Online published a tribute mourning the death of Dotun Oladipo, publisher of The Eagle Online, who died on August 25, 2026. The author describes being shocked upon learning of his passing the following night, calling it a heavy loss for the Nigerian media industry. The piece reflects on their personal interactions and Oladipo's contributions to journalism in Nigeria.

Nigerian musician Papa Urhobo, best known for his vocals on Timaya's hit song 'Ogologoma', has died at the age of 51 following an illness. According to Legit.ng, his passing comes shortly after a viral public appeal for funds to cover his medical care. The singer's death has drawn attention to the health and financial struggles faced by some veteran Nigerian artists, with tributes emerging from fans and colleagues in the country's music industry.

Aderogba Ajayi, known as Rogba and a member of the Accord Party, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Esa-Oke, Osun State, leading to grief and anger in the community. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, heightening tensions in the area ahead of the gubernatorial elections.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the Speaker have condoled with Leadership Newspapers Regional Editor Alhaji Abdullahi Hanafi Olesin over the death of his mother, Alhaja Munirat Hanafi Imam Olesin. According to Leadership, she died on Tuesday at the age of 87 and was buried in accordance with Islamic rites, with the janazah prayer held afterward. The officials offered sympathy to the journalist and his family following her passing.

Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, representing the Nasarawa South Senatorial District, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) due to alleged internal crises and ongoing legal battles. His resignation was formalized in a letter dated July 2, 2026, addressed to the ADC Ward Chairman in Galadimawa Ward, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.