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Tinubu Arrives in Brazil for Two-Day Visit to Partner and Boost Nigeria’s Economy
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Brasília, Brazil, for a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s economic ties with South America’s largest economy. His aircraft, Eagle One, touched down at Brasília International Airport in the early hours of Monday after a brief stopover in Los Angeles.
The President was warmly received by top Brazilian officials, Nigeria’s representatives, and members of his delegation before heading to his official engagements. According to the Presidency, this trip is more than a ceremonial exchange, it is seen as a turning point that could unlock fresh opportunities in trade, agriculture, aviation, and investment.
During his stay, Tinubu is expected to meet with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Planalto Palace, where both leaders will sign agreements, hold talks with their respective teams, and address the media together. He will also engage with Brazil’s lawmakers, judiciary leaders, and participate in the Nigeria-Brazil Business Forum, a platform set up to connect business leaders from both countries.
The Presidency describes this visit as strategic, noting that Brazil and Nigeria share similarities as large, diverse nations with strong agricultural and industrial potential. Special Adviser on Media, Sunday Dare, explained that Brazil’s success in large-scale farming and livestock production offers lessons Nigeria can adapt to boost food security and create jobs.
One of the major highlights expected from the visit is the signing of a bilateral air services agreement to open direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. This would shorten travel time, improve trade, and encourage tourism and cultural exchange. Another key focus is agriculture, with ongoing talks around mechanisation programmes and multi-billion-dollar investments that could create thousands of direct jobs and millions more along value chains.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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