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 […]
Six Plead Not Guilty to Terrorism, Coup Plot Charges
Six defendants on Wednesday pleaded not guilty to a 13-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism and coup plotting before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The defendants—Mohammed Ibrahim Gana (retd.), Erasmus Ochegobia Victor (retd.), Ahmed Ibrahim, Zekeri Umoru, Bukar Kashim Goni and Abdulkadir Sani—are facing charges including conspiracy to commit acts of terrorism and […]
Senate Urges Suspension of Politics Over Rising Insecurity
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday urged the Federal Government to consider emergency measures, including the possible suspension of political activities in several frontline states, amid escalating insecurity across parts of the country. The call followed a point of order raised during plenary by Abdul Ningi, who warned that continued insurgent attacks required urgent and decisive […]
OAP Mayowa Lambe Demands ₦100m From Estranged Husband
A cease-and-desist notice has been issued to media personality Robert Ekpenyong Ekpo on behalf of his estranged wife, On-Air Personality Mayowa Lambe, demanding a public retraction and ₦100 million in damages over alleged defamatory statements he made on a podcast. The notice, dated April 22 and signed by K. Umoh Esq., was posted on the […]
Tinubu Meets Senate Leadership Behind Closed Doors
Bola Tinubu on Wednesday held a closed-door meeting with the extended leadership of the Nigerian Senate at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where discussions reportedly focused on key national issues. Sources familiar with the meeting said the high-level engagement addressed matters described as urgent and of national importance, although details of the decisions reached were […]
Trump Envoy Suggests Italy Replace Iran at World Cup
An envoy to Donald Trump has urged FIFA to consider replacing Iran with Italy at the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to a report by the Financial Times. US special envoy Paolo Zampolli said it would be a “dream” to see the four-time world champions included in the tournament, which will be hosted by the […]
Late Ex-President Buhari’s son joins Reps race
Yusuf Buhari, son of late President Muhammadu Buhari, has formally declared his intention to contest for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’Adua Federal Constituency in Katsina in the forthcoming general elections. According to former presidential media aide, Bashir Ahmad, Yusuf made his decision known on Wednesday when he visited the Katsina State Governor, Dr Dikko Radda. He wrote, “Today, […]
