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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.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) on Tuesday contained a fire that gutted a two-storey building on Makinde Street, Ojuelegba, Surulere, with no loss of life or injuries reported.

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed 30 construction sites in the Federal Capital Territory for violations of environmental regulations.

Members of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), the highest decision-making body of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, have adopted Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the party’s consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 election.

The Nigerian Navy, through personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO, says it has recorded a major operational success in the ongoing fight against crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta.

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will exit Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and the OPEC+ alliance, citing a shift toward national economic priorities amid global energy uncertainty.

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Olanipekun Olukoyede, has raised concern over what he describes as a growing wave of cybercrime among Nigerian university students.

The Supreme Court’s decision to reserve judgment in the case involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its National Chairman, David Mark, has drawn mixed reactions from callers, who weighed in on its implications for the party and broader opposition politics.

A caller on Hello PH has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding a man who was pressured into contributing to his wife’s father’s burial expenses, despite the presence of other siblings who could have shared the financial responsibility.

Nwachukwu Adah, the South–South Zonal Coordinator of the Nigeria Forest Security Service, has raised concerns over the growing threat of banditry in Rivers State, warning that the situation could escalate if urgent action is not taken. Speaking on The Morning Crossfire, Adah outlined the potential dangers posed by bandits across the state and proposed a series of countermeasures to address the issue.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has acknowledged the widespread distrust many Nigerians have toward the commission. Deputy Director of Voter Education and Publicity, INEC, Wilfred Ifogah, while speaking on NigeriaInfo FM, admits that this has indeed become a genuine concern. He, nonetheless, added that constructive criticism is welcome, as it helps highlight the commission's shortcomings.

Innocent Lord Douglas, Deputy General Secretary of SSAEAC (South-East and South-South), gave his opinion on the limited or lack of electricity supply in Rivers State.

Uchechi Ogadinma, a former media aide to the Ahoada West Local Government Area Chairman, alleged that she was assaulted alongside her mother by the LGA Chairman, Eugene Ekpelle.

The Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, Chidi Lloyd, says he saved N150 million after cleaning up payroll fraud through a biometric verification exercise in 2021. He said the move targeted ghost workers and a bloated wage bill within the council.

The Chief Road Traffic and Vehicle Inspection Officer in Rivers State, Engineer Monibo Akobo, has addressed a viral social media video which claims a court judgment in Abuja barred VIO officers from carrying out roadside inspections. He said the claim has triggered repeated attacks on officers during field operations.

World football governing body FIFA is planning changes to its yellow card system to reduce the number of players suspended during major tournaments, including the 2026 World Cup.

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will return to the ring on 25th July 2026 n Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as he begins his comeback ahead of a potential blockbuster fight later this year.

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman says Atlético de Madrid are ready for a tough battle against Arsenal in their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash.

Former Arsenal and Ivory Coast defender Emmanuel Eboue has revealed the extent of his personal and financial struggles after retirement, describing how he lost his wealth, family, and sense of identity following his divorce.