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The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has secured the conviction and life imprisonment of two security guards for the prolonged sexual abuse of a minor in Abuja.

Retirement coach and managing partner at Averti Professional Managers, Inyang Sami-Orungbe, has urged Nigerians to begin retirement planning early, warning that inflation, rising healthcare costs and economic uncertainty are worsening life for many retirees.

Lebanon and Israel held fresh US-mediated indirect talks in Washington on Thursday as a fragile ceasefire between the two sides moved closer to its Sunday expiration, amid continued cross-border violence and rising casualties.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Tinubu administration of mismanaging Nigeria’s economy, describing its fiscal approach as a “Ponzi economy” following plans to secure a fresh $1.25 billion World Bank loan.

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims of an alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), describing the report as false and politically deceptive.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (Securities and Exchange Commission) has cautioned Nigerians against investing in unregistered online platforms being widely promoted on social media, warning that many of them operate as Ponzi-style schemes.

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has called for urgent reforms to the global financial system, warning that African economies remain constrained by structural barriers that limit access to affordable capital and industrial growth.

Plan International Nigeria has blamed persistent funding gaps and poor implementation of basic education policies for Nigeria’s rising number of out-of-school children.

The Federal Government says it is overhauling Nigeria’s education planning system with a new data-driven platform designed to align learning outcomes with labour market needs and reduce graduate unemployment.

The bail application filed by detained social media influencer Chidiebere Mark, popularly known as “Justice Crack,” suffered a setback on Thursday at the Federal High Court in Abuja after a dispute broke out over his legal representation.

Former Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a major political shift in Ondo State ahead of future elections.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, announcing his bid at a Peoples Democratic Party–Allied Peoples’ Movement (PDP–APM) rally held in Ibadan

Nigeria is set to complete its transition from analogue to digital television broadcasting after years of delays, with the Federal Government announcing a nationwide rollout of the Digital Switch Over project.

The Plateau State government announced a further relaxation of the curfew in the Jos North Local Government Area on Wednesday, citing a significant improvement in the local security climate.

The Oba Rilwan Akiolu has reaffirmed support for the Nigerian Navy ahead of the service’s 70th anniversary celebration, commending its role in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial waters and strengthening maritime security.

Global music icons Madonna, Shakira, and K-pop supergroup BTS will co-headline the first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime show at the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey on 19 July.

A compliance officer with Zenith Bank Plc testified Wednesday that the bank filed Suspicious Transaction Reports regarding the accounts of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami.

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Mustapha Abdullahi, in connection with alleged money laundering totaling ₦500 billion.  

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) moved to reassure students and parents on Wednesday that the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will proceed without interruption, despite an ongoing protest by some members of its workforce.

 The partial closure of the Eko Bridge has been postponed by one week following a directive from the Ministry of Works to allow for better public sensitization, officials confirmed Tuesday.

Tobi Amusan delivered Nigeria’s first gold medal at the Senior African Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, on Wednesday, winning the women’s 100m hurdles on Day 2 of competition.

President Bola Tinubu and President Paul Kagame agreed Wednesday to deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Rwanda.

The family of popular Nigerian actor Alexx Ekubo has announced his death, confirming that he passed away following complications from advanced metastatic kidney cancer.

King Charles III on Wednesday set out the UK government’s legislative priorities for the coming parliamentary session, outlining 37 proposed bills aimed at strengthening national security, boosting economic growth and reforming public services.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by promoters of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the group as a political party.

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Kigali, Rwanda, ahead of the 13th edition of the Africa CEO Forum scheduled to begin on Thursday.

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported a slight decline in road traffic accidents in Nigeria for the first quarter of 2026.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says it will complete the 330KV Double Circuit QUAD Conductor Mando–Rimin Zakara Transmission Line Project by November 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen the national grid and improve electricity supply in northern Nigeria.

A non-governmental organisation, ActionAid Nigeria, has called for the impeachment of any state governor found to have used public funds for political campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections.

A medical doctor at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Dr. Abubakar Ibrahim Saleh, has dismissed the widespread belief that patients admitted to Intensive Care Units (ICUs) hardly survive, saying many critically ill patients recover and are discharged after treatment.

The Federal Government of Nigeria says it is intensifying efforts to modernise Nigeria’s armed forces through international partnerships, technology transfer and the development of local defence production capacity.

Egbin Power Plc has restored electricity generation with an output of 433 megawatts following the completion of maintenance works on its cooling system.

Russian finance inister, Anton Siluanov has warned that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could plunge the global economy into recession as energy prices continue to rise and supply chains remain disrupted.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison for stealing and laundering about ₦33.8 billion in public funds.

Tributes have continued to pour in for popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo following reports of his death after a prolonged battle with cancer.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved Nigeria’s proposed bid to host the 2026 CAF Awards ceremony and the Confederation of African Football’s 48th Ordinary General Assembly.

The president of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives, Haruna Mamman, has warned that the growing migration of Nigerian nurses abroad is deepening the country’s healthcare workforce crisis.

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has issued a stern directive to its branches nationwide following the alleged assault, brutalization, and detention of Professor Eyo Ekpe and other medical staff by suspected operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Nigeria ranked third in the world for the number of students studying abroad in 2023, according to a new UNESCO report, ahead of Vietnam, Uzbekistan, the United States, France, Pakistan, and Nepal.

President Bola Tinubu has called for deeper African economic integration and industrialisation at the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya.

Nigeria delivered a strong start at the Senior Athletics Championships on Tuesday, securing multiple top finishes across sprint, hurdles, and field events on day one of competition.

The Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Oshodi, has inaugurated the Senior and Mid-Level Entrepreneurship and Management Course 18/2026, designed to equip military officers with entrepreneurial, managerial, and leadership skills for effective post-service life.

The United States says the cost of its ongoing war with Iran has risen to nearly $29 billion, as questions mount in Congress over military spending, readiness, and long-term strategy.

The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted 10,126 parcels of Cannabis sativa in different parts of Ogun State, with a Duty Paid Value estimated at N743.4 million.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, says Nigeria’s ongoing tax reforms are designed to build a globally competitive, equitable and fiscally sustainable economy.

The Zamfara State Government has approved an upward review of pensions for state and local government retirees as part of efforts to ease the impact of rising living costs on senior citizens.

The Lagos State Government says the Lagos Bus Services Limited (LBSL) now transports more than 42,000 passengers daily through about 1,000 bus trips across the state.

Nigerian world record holder, Tobi Amusan, will begin her quest for a third African women’s 100m hurdles title at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana.

Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected calls to resign following the Constitutional Court-linked scrutiny over the Phala Phala scandal, insisting he will remain in office while pursuing legal review of a Section 89 panel report.

Yoweri Museveni was sworn in Tuesday for a seventh consecutive term as president of Uganda, extending his nearly 40-year rule after a disputed January election.

The Nigerian equities market continued its bullish run on Monday, with investors recording a combined gain of N3.162 trillion as market capitalisation rose above N160 trillion.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the list of top-performing candidates in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, featuring several high scorers who recorded marks between 367 and 372.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed reports linking him to the issues surrounding the screening of aspirants in Rivers State by the All Progressives Congress, insisting that he had no role in the process.

The West African Examinations Council has expanded its Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for school candidates, with nearly two million students registered for the 2026 examination across Nigeria.

Chelsea Football Club has taken a significant step in engaging its Nigerian fanbase, as its globally recognised supporter initiative, The Famous CFC, made its debut in Lagos.

The Independent National Electoral Commission says it will deploy more than 1.4 million ad hoc staff, largely drawn from the National Youth Service Corps, for the 2027 general elections.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and tertiary education stakeholders have set new deadlines for the 2026 admission exercise across Nigerian higher institutions.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned recent violent protests and criminal attacks targeting foreign nationals in parts of South Africa, describing the incidents as unlawful acts carried out by opportunists exploiting public frustration over illegal immigration.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed retired Major General Adeyinka A. Fadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security, the federal government announced Monday.

Senator Victor Umeh has defended the decision of the Nigeria Democratic Congress to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, describing the move as a strategic step aimed at preserving national unity and political balance.

The camp of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has cautioned opposition parties against zoning the 2027 presidential ticket to the South, warning that such a move could hand President Bola Tinubu an easy path to re-election.

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has confirmed the promotion of four clubs to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following the conclusion of the 2025/2026 season.

No fewer than 11 persons have died after a vehicle plunged off the Eruku Bridge along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway in Ogun State.

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities and Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions have suspended the indefinite nationwide strike they commenced last week following fresh assurances from the Federal Government.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Screening Committee for the Rivers State House of Assembly has cleared 33 aspirants to participate in the party’s primaries ahead of the 2027 General Elections, following a two-day screening exercise in Port Harcourt.

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Olohundare Jimoh, says more than 25 suspects have been arrested and charged to court for vandalising infrastructure along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.

Governor Dauda Lawal has commended troops of Operation Fansan Yamma for a series of coordinated offensives against armed bandits across Zamfara State, saying the operations have disrupted criminal networks and strengthened security in affected communities.

President Bola Tinubu arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, early Monday for the two-day Africa Forward Summit, joining African and global leaders to discuss innovation, climate action and economic growth partnerships.

The Lagos State government has announced the indefinite closure of the outbound section of Eko Bridge for emergency safety investigations and structural repairs.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a public health advisory following reports of a Hantavirus cluster linked to international cruise ship travel.

Former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has formally joined the 2027 governorship race in Kebbi State after securing the nomination form of the African Democratic Congress.

The Nigeria Basketball Federation has appointed former NBA coach David Fizdale as the new head coach of D’Tigers.

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) held in Lagos on Saturday night, bringing together actors, filmmakers, producers and digital creators from across the continent to celebrate excellence in African film and television.

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has adopted Adewole Adebayo as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election following a consensus endorsement at the party’s national convention in Bauchi State.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, says the FCTA is shifting its focus toward industrial waste recycling to achieve a more sustainable and consistently clean capital city.

The FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, on Friday defended the construction of houses for judges and justices in Abuja, dismissing concerns that the projects could compromise the independence of the judiciary.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has officially zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria, with the party also adopting a single four-year tenure arrangement for its candidate ahead of the next general election.

House of Representatives aspirant for Mushin Constituency II, Seye Oladejo, has outlined his legislative and grassroots development plans ahead of the next election, promising what he described as “real representation” for residents of the constituency.

A coalition of Nigerian civil society leaders under the banner of the Movement for Credible Elections has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of interfering in the internal affairs of opposition parties, raising concerns over what it described as the “imposition” of a disputed chairman on the Social Democratic Party.

Iran national football team will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the country’s football federation says the tournament’s co-hosts — the United States, Canada and Mexico must meet several conditions amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over alleged criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, and diversion of public funds.

The leadership crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress deepened on Friday as the Nafiu Bala faction ordered an immediate halt to the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms by the David Mark-led leadership pending the outcome of a court case before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday challenged a suit filed by lawyer Johnmary Jideobi seeking to bar him from contesting the 2027 presidential election.

The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) has corrected the official appellation of President Bola Tinubu following recurring errors by some organisations and media outlets.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday dismissed a no-case submission filed by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore in a cyberbullying case brought by the Department of State Services (DSS).

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday again adjourned indefinitely a suit filed by an African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Nafiu Bala Gombe, challenging the party’s leadership under former Senate President David Mark.

Nigeria's meteorological agency, NiMet, has warned that 19 states face an elevated risk of flash flooding as the rainy season intensifies, a span that stretches from Zamfara in the north-west to Bayelsa in the south, and takes in some of the country's most densely populated urban centres, including Lagos, Rivers, Oyo, and Anambra.

The World Health Organisation moved on Thursday to contain mounting public anxiety over a hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship, saying the situation, while serious, bears no resemblance to the early stages of a pandemic, and that the pathogen involved is fundamentally unlike the viruses that cause global health crises.

Nigeria's Senate on Thursday passed an amendment to the Electoral Act aimed at ending a practice that has long plagued the country's pre-election legal landscape: the filing of the same dispute in multiple courts across different states in search of the most sympathetic ruling.

A Federal High Court in Abuja will on Friday, May 8, hear a suit seeking to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.

Dauda Lawal has received an Award of Excellence from the National Social Safety Nets Coordinating Office for his administration’s efforts in inclusive governance and social protection delivery in Zamfara State.

The Senate has reversed a controversial amendment to its Standing Orders that would have required senators-elect to take their oath of office before participating in the election of presiding officers in the next National Assembly.

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has confirmed that he has been redeployed as Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to South Africa after initially being assigned to Germany.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan says he will “consult widely” following calls by a group of supporters urging him to contest the 2027 presidential election.

Five members of the House of Representatives have announced their defection from their respective political parties, citing internal crises and uncertainty within their former platforms.

China has sentenced two former defence ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, to death with a two-year reprieve over corruption-related offences.

Health officials and disease experts in Argentina are investigating whether the country may be the source of a deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to an Atlantic cruise bound for Antarctica.

The Nigerian Navy says it has confiscated about 1,800 litres of suspected illegally acquired diesel during a raid in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested an alleged billionaire drug baron and two female kingpins in a coordinated international operation targeting a transnational drug money laundering network linked to hundreds of billions of naira in illicit proceeds.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, on a 12-count charge bordering on fraud and money laundering involving about ₦33.8 billion.

The Sokoto State Government has confirmed the death of 33 children following a fresh outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in parts of the state.

Two passengers evacuated from a cruise ship linked to a confirmed outbreak of Hantavirus have arrived in the Netherlands for treatment, cruise operator, Oceanwide Expeditions has confirmed.

The Federal Government has officially handed over the construction of a new Carter Bridge in Lagos to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation as part of efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure and improve public safety.

Ted Turner, the pioneering media executive who transformed television news by founding the world’s first 24-hour cable news channel, has died at the age of 87.

Nigeria’s Senate has confirmed Joseph Tegbe as minister of power following his screening on the Senate floor, where he pledged reforms to address the country’s longstanding electricity challenges.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has clarified that the recent court judgment awarding 100 million naira in damages against the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project was filed by two of its operatives in their personal capacity, not by the agency itself.

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has directed all Commissioners of Police across the country to immediately begin a comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition within their commands and formations.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government’s celebration of Nigeria’s reported GDP growth, saying it does not reflect the worsening economic hardship facing citizens.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike has defended the withholding of 10 percent of the territory's Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), which is meant to be remitted to the area councils, insisting that the funds are being used to pay the arrears of salaries of the primary school teachers in the territory.

Amnesty International Nigeria has welcomed a Federal High Court ruling restraining the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) from enforcing sanctions on broadcast stations under disputed provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face more intense military action if it fails to reach an agreement aimed at ending ongoing hostilities between both sides.

Suspected gunmen have killed five people in a late-night attack on Nding Susut community in Fan District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, sparking fresh fear among residents.

FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered a crackdown on abandoned and poorly developed areas around Jabi Lake.

The Federal Government has prohibited recipients of honorary degrees from using the “Dr” title before their names, declaring the practice a misrepresentation of academic credentials that will now be treated as academic fraud.

Nigeria’s Senate has resolved to set up a joint ad hoc committee with the House of Representatives to address rising xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released an updated timetable for its 2026 primary elections and revised nomination fees following consultations with party stakeholders.

Nigeria’s police leadership is rolling out fresh reforms as security concerns persist across the country.

The exit of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has triggered a wave of defections, weakening the party’s presence in the National Assembly and altering Nigeria’s opposition landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the final phase of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will resume on May 11 and run until July 10, 2026.

Arsenal have reached the final of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 20 years after a 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid, sealing a 2-1 aggregate win.

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has met with U.S. Consul General in Lagos, Rick Swart, to discuss electoral credibility, opposition participation and Nigeria–U.S. relations ahead of the 2027 elections.

Former Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has reaffirmed his commitment to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), distancing himself from ongoing defections.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Winifred Oyo-Ita, of alleged ₦570 million money laundering charges brought against her by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Cross River State has announced that it is now free of COVID-19 following the successful treatment and discharge of its only confirmed case.

The Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olatunji Disu, has announced the introduction of the Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs), which will replace the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams nationwide.

Seventeen members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday defected from the African Democratic Congress to the Nigerian Democratic Congress, signaling a fresh political realignment ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has ordered the Incorporated Trustees of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) to pay ₦100 million in damages in a defamation case filed by two operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS).

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi says he has joined the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), citing the need to “rescue Nigeria” from its current challenges.

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre has condemned the arrest and prosecution of a civilian whistleblower, describing it as a violation of fundamental rights.

The Peoples Democratic Party says it remains strong despite its internal crisis and is taking steps to stabilise its leadership.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with two Chinese firms to support the restart, completion and expansion of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries.

The Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday arraigned a social media user, Chidiebere Justice Mark, before the Federal High Court in Abuja on a three-count charge bordering on alleged cybercrime.

South Africa and Nigeria are moving to strengthen diplomatic ties and cooperation, particularly on migration and people to people relations.

A factional National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has ratified the appointment of a 13-member caretaker committee led by Tanimu Turaki, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).

Nearly one year after 22 Kano athletes lost their lives in a tragic road crash while returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State, some of their families say they are still waiting for the Kano State Government to fulfil promises made to support them.

Nigeria’s press freedom landscape reflects a blend of progress and persistent challenges, despite constitutional provisions guaranteeing media rights.

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has accused the Federal Government of lacking the political will to implement agreements reached with doctors, warning that continued delays could worsen the migration of health workers abroad.

The Dangote Group has dismissed reports alleging a rift between its President, Aliko Dangote, and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, describing the claims as false and malicious.

Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the release of funds for the payment of gratuities to retired civil servants under Batch 3 (2024/2025), in a move aimed at strengthening welfare support for retirees.

The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, has convened an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting to address the party’s deepening leadership crisis.

The Katsina State Police Command has launched an aggressive manhunt for suspected bandits responsible for a deadly reprisal attack on several communities in Kankia Local Government Area.

No fewer than 130 Nigerians have signed up for voluntary evacuation from South Africa as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to protect its citizens amid rising anti-foreigner tensions.

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has sealed more than 40 facilities across Lagos State for violating noise pollution regulations.

The 2023 presidential candidates of the Labour Party (LP) and the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP), Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have both formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has killed several suspected terrorists and destroyed a key hideout linked to a notorious bandit leader in northwestern Nigeria, in what authorities describe as a targeted strike aimed at disrupting armed groups operating in the region.

President Bola Tinubu has commenced a multi-country diplomatic trip, which the presidency says is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s economic ties and international partnerships.

Manchester United secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League following a 3–2 victory over Liverpool in a thrilling Premier League encounter at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Kelechi Iheanacho scored the decisive goal as Celtic F.C. secured a 2–1 victory over Hibernian F.C. at Easter Road on Sunday.

Peter Obi has announced his exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing internal crises and growing divisions within the party, while urging his supporters to remain calm.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, outlining key dates and procedures for the nomination of candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it will hold its 2026 policy meeting on admissions on May 11 in Abuja.

Former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned alleged attacks and rising hostility against Nigerians in South Africa, describing the situation as “cruel” and unacceptable.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project and the Nigerian Guild of Editors have called on President Bola Tinubu, state governors and the Federal Capital Territory minister to urgently safeguard press freedom and address rising insecurity across northern Nigeria.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa following protests and reported attacks on Nigerians and their businesses.

Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has dismissed reports of a possible defection, saying no decision has been made about his political future.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run on clay, defeating Arthur Fils to book a place in the final of the Madrid Open.

Armed rebel groups have seized a major military base in northern Mali, dealing a significant blow to the country’s military and its allies amid escalating conflict.

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have rescued six abducted civilians in Ngoshe community, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, following intensified military operations in the Mandara Mountains.

Suspected terrorists have attacked a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Tenebo community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing at least three police officers and injuring two others.

The United Nations has raised alarm over increasing attacks on journalists worldwide, warning that the safety of media workers is deteriorating.

The Lagos State Government has approved a ₦50,000 relief package for workers for the month of May to ease the impact of rising living costs.

The Federal Government has pledged renewed efforts to improve workers’ welfare, tackle insecurity and reduce poverty, saying ongoing reforms are already delivering jobs and expanding social protection across the country.

President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, is calling for a new deal for Nigerian workers to address growing economic hardship and poor labour conditions.

Iran has submitted a fresh proposal for talks with the United States through Pakistan, signaling a possible diplomatic opening despite ongoing tensions.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and play their matches in the United States.

The traditional leadership of the Federal Capital Territory has made an appeal for constitutional reform that will create room for the expansion of the territory’s representation in the Senate from one to three senatorial seats.

The Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Adm. Abubakar Abdullahi Mustapha, says the Nigerian Navy will intensify maritime security operations using its “detect, deter, disrupt and deny” strategy to combat smuggling and other crimes on the nation’s waterways.

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the new Minister of Power, following the resignation of Adebayo Adelabu.

The Supreme Court has restored the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by former Senate President, David Mark, after setting aside a controversial order issued by the Court of Appeal.

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025, which produced the Tanimu Turaki-led factional national executives.

Lagos politician Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has withdrawn from the 2027 Lagos State governorship race under the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing party unity and leadership direction.

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, has approached a Federal High Court in Abuja seeking the deregistration of five political parties over alleged constitutional breaches.

The Federal Government has declared Friday, May 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s International Workers' Day.

Oil prices surged to their highest level since 2022 following reports that Donald Trump is set to receive new military options on the ongoing Iran conflict.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) says it has successfully completed the River Niger crossing of the 130-kilometre Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) gas pipeline, marking a major milestone in the expansion of Nigeria’s gas transmission network.

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, says she is committed to advancing the country’s national interests on the global stage.

Human rights lawyer and former National Human Rights Commission chairman Chidi Anselm Odinkalu has criticised a statement by the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleging that 60% of Nigerian tertiary students are criminals.

Balmoral Group Promotions and Amir Khan Promotions will stage “Chaos in the Ring 4” on May 1, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, as part of efforts to position African boxing on the global stage.

The Nigeria Police Force has ordered the dismissal and prosecution of officers involved in the fatal shooting of a man in Effurun, Delta State.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has removed the head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority and nominated a replacement.

The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned the extrajudicial killing of a suspect by police officers in Delta State, warning that no law enforcement agent has the authority to act as “prosecutor, judge and executioner.”

National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, says the party will participate fully in the 2027 general elections despite ongoing legal disputes.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Nigerian Exchange Group Plc closed out its 65th Annual General Meeting with a declaration that will please income investors and long-term holders in equal measure: a final dividend of ₦2 per share, bringing the total payout for the 2025 financial year to ₦3.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has endorsed Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat to run for governor as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Supreme Court will on April 30 deliver judgment in appeals involving leadership disputes in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed the appointment of Lamido Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Former Lagos State spokesman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Seye Oladejo, has picked the party’s nomination form to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Mushin Constituency II.

A governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Dr. Samuel Mawuyon Ajose, has called for a transparent and competitive primary election, rejecting moves toward a consensus arrangement in selecting the party’s candidate.

France has advised its nationals in Mali to leave the country “as soon as possible” following a wave of coordinated attacks by separatist fighters and Islamist militants that have further destabilised the West African nation.

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a police officer over the alleged extra-judicial killing of a 28-year-old suspect in Effurun.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by committees set up by the caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the sale of Direct Entry application forms for the 2026 admission exercise to May 8.

Gunmen attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, Ekiti State, killing a pastor and abducting an unspecified number of worshippers during a night service, police and community sources said Wednesday.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (National Drug Law Enforcement Agency) says it has dismantled three illicit drug warehouses in Lagos State and recovered opioids valued at about N16.9 billion in an intelligence-led operation.

There’s growing concern over the safety of Nigerians abroad.

The Nigeria Police Force says it is stepping up preventive efforts to stop youth involvement in cultism and election-related violence ahead of upcoming polls.

Former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has announced his resignation from the party, citing internal issues and a shift in its direction.

The Labour Party has elected Nenadi Usman as its national chairman, making her the first woman to lead a major political party in Nigeria.

The Nigerian Exchange closed Tuesday on a strong note, with the All-Share Index staging a sharp recovery after Monday's decline, as investors returned in force to push market capitalisation above ₦147 trillion.