Fintech & Markets: OPay’s US IPO filing showed first-half revenue more than doubling to $467.1 million. The company has also approved plans for a secondary listing on the Nigerian Exchange, subject to approvals. Education: UK universities are withdrawing some offers to Nigerian students as visa refusals rise, raising fresh concerns for applicants and their families. 2027 Politics: INEC listed former minister Geoffrey Nnaji for Enugu’s governorship race after he resigned amid certificate allegations; he submitted WAEC results. In Kano, police blocked a venue for an anti-Tinubu meeting, organizers said. Fuel Prices: MRS and other Abuja petrol stations raised prices to about ₦1,409 per litre, despite a proposed ₦1,350 price at NNPC outlets. Economic Outlook: Fitch affirmed Nigeria’s ‘B’ rating but revised its outlook to positive, citing reform progress and stronger reserves. Girls’ Rights: The National Council of Women’s Societies says more than 24 million Nigerian women and girls were married before age 18 and is calling for stronger enforcement and funded interventions. Diplomacy: Ekiti will host a D-8 ministerial meeting from October 28 to 30, bringing officials from member countries to discuss trade, tourism and economic cooperation.