Nigeria News Digest: Aug 26, 2025

On August 26, 2025, Nigeria saw significant developments including voter registration milestones, court convictions for fraud, major economic reforms, a train derailment rescue operation, and ongoing security challenges across several states.

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Culture & Entertainment

Renowned juju musician Alhaji Ahuja Bello, born Ismaila Dele Bello in 1942, died early Monday at 83, a day after celebrating his birthday; he rose from an electronic technician to lead the Golden Eagles Band from 1976, becoming a leading figure in Nigeria’s 1970s‑80s music scene.

- allafrica.com

At the premiere of “The Serpent’s Gift,” starring Beverly Osu, Linda Ejiofor‑Suleiman, Stan Nze, Tina Mba and Ric Hassani, the cast turned the red carpet into a showcase of cultural futurism, celebrating Igbo heritage and African spirituality while highlighting the film’s creative vision.

- bellanaija.com