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Episode notes
#BoomBar | Wednesday, 4 November 2026
With Dolupo Balogun, Soliat Awobajo and Sola Rogers
Nigeria's proposed State Police system moves closer to the next stage of constitutional approval as the National Assembly prepares to transmit the amendment to President Bola Tinubu. Meanwhile, the Federal Government begins monthly ₦50,000 relief payments to vulnerable Nigerians, and the ADC keeps its Sokoto campaign rally venue under wraps amid political tension.
On today's #BoomBar, we examine the big stories shaping Nigeria, the world and sport.
TOP STORIES
- **State Police Bill:** 28 State Houses of Assembly have approved the proposed constitutional amendment, exceeding the required 24-state threshold. The National Assembly is preparing to transmit the bill to President Tinubu.
- **Federal Government relief:** The government begins ₦50,000 monthly payments to eligible vulnerable households under the National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention. We also examine the reported ₦30,000 monthly skills-training offer and what applicants need to know.
- **ADC campaign in Sokoto:** The party keeps its rally venue secret, citing security concerns amid allegations of attempts to disrupt its campaign kickoff.
- **Senator Natasha defends cash distribution:** Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan explains why she chose cash grants for constituents rather than distributing equipment.
- **Tinubu and NELFUND:** The President recalls driving a taxi to fund his education in the United States as he speaks about student-loan support.
- **EFCC uncovers suspected illegal refinery:** The anti-graft agency discovers a Chinese-linked suspected illegal sludge-oil refinery in Ogere, Ogun State.
- **Borno security crackdown:** Police report the arrest of 103 suspects in a week-long operation against crime and social vices.
- **Nigerians arrested in Ghana:** Three Nigerian nationals are arrested over alleged robberies targeting bank customers in Kumasi.
- **Obi campaign tensions:** The OK Movement takes issue with the NDC campaign leadership and Obidient Movement over disagreements among groups supporting Peter Obi.
- **US midterm elections:** Donald Trump congratulates Democrats and acknowledges that the Iran war played a role in Republican losses. We examine the election results and historic breakthroughs for Democratic candidates.
- **Australia's social media ban:** The High Court hears constitutional challenges to the law restricting social media accounts for under-16s.
**SPORTS**
- Tolu Arokodare earns two Ajax Goal of the Month nominations.
- Real Madrid reportedly reach a verbal agreement with Manchester United teenage prospect JJ Gabriel.
- West Ham appoint Scott Parker after parting ways with Nuno Espírito Santo.
- Champions League Matchday 4: yesterday's results, tonight's fixtures, key performances and the teams to watch.
Join Dolupo Balogun, Soliat Awobajo and Sola Rogers for the facts, context and conversations behind the headlines.
Watch #BoomBar on YouTube and listen on Spotify and Afripods.
Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe to Boom Radio NG across all platforms.
With Dolupo Balogun, Soliat Awobajo and Sola Rogers
Nigeria's proposed State Police system moves closer to the next stage of constitutional approval as the National Assembly prepares to transmit the amendment to President Bola Tinubu. Meanwhile, the Federal Government begins monthly ₦50,000 relief payments to vulnerable Nigerians, and the ADC keeps its Sokoto campaign rally venue under wraps amid political tension.
On today's #BoomBar, we examine the big stories shaping Nigeria, the world and sport.
TOP STORIES
- **State Police Bill:** 28 State Houses of Assembly have approved the proposed constitutional amendment, exceeding the required 24-state threshold. The National Assembly is preparing to transmit the bill to President Tinubu.
- **Federal Government relief:** The government begins ₦50,000 monthly payments to eligible vulnerable households under the National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention. We also examine the reported ₦30,000 monthly skills-training offer and what applicants need to know.
- **ADC campaign in Sokoto:** The party keeps its rally venue secret, citing security concerns amid allegations of attempts to disrupt its campaign kickoff.
- **Senator Natasha defends cash distribution:** Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan explains why she chose cash grants for constituents rather than distributing equipment.
- **Tinubu and NELFUND:** The President recalls driving a taxi to fund his education in the United States as he speaks about student-loan support.
- **EFCC uncovers suspected illegal refinery:** The anti-graft agency discovers a Chinese-linked suspected illegal sludge-oil refinery in Ogere, Ogun State.
- **Borno security crackdown:** Police report the arrest of 103 suspects in a week-long operation against crime and social vices.
- **Nigerians arrested in Ghana:** Three Nigerian nationals are arrested over alleged robberies targeting bank customers in Kumasi.
- **Obi campaign tensions:** The OK Movement takes issue with the NDC campaign leadership and Obidient Movement over disagreements among groups supporting Peter Obi.
- **US midterm elections:** Donald Trump congratulates Democrats and acknowledges that the Iran war played a role in Republican losses. We examine the election results and historic breakthroughs for Democratic candidates.
- **Australia's social media ban:** The High Court hears constitutional challenges to the law restricting social media accounts for under-16s.
**SPORTS**
- Tolu Arokodare earns two Ajax Goal of the Month nominations.
- Real Madrid reportedly reach a verbal agreement with Manchester United teenage prospect JJ Gabriel.
- West Ham appoint Scott Parker after parting ways with Nuno Espírito Santo.
- Champions League Matchday 4: yesterday's results, tonight's fixtures, key performances and the teams to watch.
Join Dolupo Balogun, Soliat Awobajo and Sola Rogers for the facts, context and conversations behind the headlines.
Watch #BoomBar on YouTube and listen on Spotify and Afripods.
Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe to Boom Radio NG across all platforms.
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