EFCC Arraigns Two in Awka Over Alleged N8.9m Investment Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two men, Samuel Inalegwu Okpala and Ezelibe Emmanuel Nzube, before the Federal High Court Awka over an alleged N8.9 million fraud. The suspects were arraigned before Justice Bala Khalifa-Mohammed Usman by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the anti-graft agency on a four-count charge bordering on conspiracy, […]
ASUU Warns Nasarawa Government Over Unresolved Welfare Issues at NSUK
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Nasarawa State University Keffi branch, has warned the Nasarawa State Government that continued delays in addressing lecturers’ welfare demands could disrupt industrial harmony at the institution. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, branch chairperson Abdulmumini Loko said the briefing was convened to highlight unresolved issues affecting staff […]
Sowore Criticises Fuel Subsidy Removal, Says Policy Worsened Hardship
Activist Omoyele Sowore has criticised the Federal Government’s removal of fuel subsidy, arguing that the policy has worsened economic hardship for ordinary Nigerians rather than improving their living conditions. Speaking on Thursday during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM in Ilese Ijebu, monitored in Abeokuta, Sowore said the policy […]
Two Injured as Police Foil Kidnap Attempt in Ibadan
Two persons sustained gunshot injuries on Monday night when police and local hunters foiled a suspected kidnap attempt in the old Kara area of Bodija, in Ibadan North Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred at about 7:50 p.m. on April 21, 2026, was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Oyo State […]
Senate Begins Screening of Housing Minister Nominee Darma
The Senate of Nigeria on Thursday commenced the screening of President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial nominee for the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the Federal Executive Council. Darma was ushered into the Senate chamber at about 12:32 pm, where he appeared before lawmakers for the […]
PDP Chieftain Says Obi Inspires Hope in Private Talks
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dan Ulasi, has said Nigerians would feel more optimistic about the country if they had the opportunity to hear former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi speak in private settings. Ulasi made the remarks during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, where he described Obi as a leader […]
UK Delegation Concludes Education, Skills Mission in Nigeria
A high-level United Kingdom education and skills delegation has concluded a week-long trade mission to Nigeria aimed at strengthening cooperation in school development, vocational training, and technical education. The mission, organised by the UK Department for Business and Trade, took place between April 19 and 23, 2026, in Abuja and Lagos. It brought together UK […]
Absence of Defence Counsel Stalls Arraignment of Plateau Attack Suspects
The arraignment of four suspects charged over the recent gunmen attack in Angwa Rukuba was stalled on Thursday following the absence of defence counsel at the Plateau State High Court sitting in Jos. The suspects appeared before Court 12 but requested an adjournment to enable them secure legal representation, preventing the court from proceeding with […]
Osimhen Returns From Injury as Galatasaray Crash Out of Turkish Cup
Victor Osimhen made his return from injury, but Galatasaray S.K. were eliminated from the Turkish Cup after a 2–0 quarter-final defeat to Gençlerbirliği S.K. on home soil. The Nigerian striker, who had been sidelined for several weeks with an arm injury, came off the bench late in the match but could not prevent the defending […]
Adelabu Resigns as Power Minister to Pursue Oyo Governorship Bid
Adebayo Adelabu has resigned as Nigeria’s Minister of Power to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections, becoming the third member of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet to exit within 48 hours. In a resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, Adelabu said his decision would take effect on April 30 to […]
