Gowon Gives Tinubu Pass Mark, Commends Leadership Efforts
Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on Saturday gave President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a pass mark on his performance in office, saying the Nigerian leader is doing his best across key sectors of governance. Gowon spoke with journalists after paying a courtesy visit to the President at the State House, Abuja, where he said he came to appreciate the administration’s efforts and encourage the President in his leadership of the country.
ADC Fixes April 14, 2026 for National Convention
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has fixed April 14, 2026, for its National Convention as part of plans to renew the party’s leadership structures nationwide. The date was contained in the official schedule of activities for the conduct of the party’s 2026 congresses and National Convention released late Saturday.
Bandits Kill 12 Soldiers, Eight Vigilantes in Plateau Ambush – Group
The Kanam Development Association (KADA), an umbrella body of people from Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State, has alleged that bandits ambushed and killed security operatives in Wanka community, Kyaram District. According to the group, the attack led to the death of 12 soldiers and eight vigilantes.
Okonkwo Alleges El-Rufai’s Detention Is Politically Motivated
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that the continued detention of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is politically motivated. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Morning Brief, Okonkwo condemned the detention and described it as a violation of El-Rufai’s constitutional rights.
NCAA Summons Air Peace Over Flight Disruptions
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has summoned airline operator Air Peace over what it described as unexplained flight disruptions. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, Michael Achimugu, said the agency received complaints from passengers on the Heathrow-Abuja flight who were rerouted through Gatwick-Lagos-Abuja and left stranded in Lagos.
UI Professor Emerges Wike-Loyal PDP Faction Chairman in Oyo
A Professor in the Department of Food Technology at the University of Ibadan, Abdulrahman Akinoso, has emerged chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in Oyo State. Akinoso was elected alongside 38 other executive members during the faction’s congress held on Saturday.
NSCDC Arrests Man, Five Pregnant Women Over Alleged Child Trafficking in Imo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Imo State says it has arrested one Tochukwu Ogaranya, 52, alongside five pregnant women aged between 25 and 33 over alleged child trafficking. The command also rescued five newborn babies from the suspects, according to the state Commandant, Basil Igwebueze, while briefing journalists in Owerri.
NSCDC Officer Dies During Distribution of Ramadan, Sallah Palliatives in Kano
An official of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps died on Friday during the distribution of Ramadan and Sallah palliatives in Tudun Wada Local Government Area of Kano State. The distribution exercise was organised by the lawmaker representing Doguwa/Tudun Wada Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Alhassan Ado Doguwa.
Police Arrest Two Constable Candidates for Certificate Forgery in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two constable candidates for alleged certificate forgery during the ongoing recruitment process at the Police Training School in Bauchi. Police Public Relations Officer, Nafiu Habib, said the screening exercise was led by A.Y. Dickson, who headed the recruitment team.
Tinubu Moves Safety Investigation Bureau to Presidency
President Bola Tinubu has moved the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) from the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development to the Presidency. The directive effectively removes the bureau from the supervision of Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo, though the specific office within the Presidency that will oversee the agency has not yet been announced.
Tinubu Says He Reads Newspapers Daily Before Leaving Home
President Bola Tinubu has said he makes it a routine to read newspapers every morning before leaving his residence to stay informed about developments across the country. The President stated this during an interfaith breaking of fast with senior journalists and media executives at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of Nigerians.
Presidency Takes Direct Control of Safety Investigation Bureau
The Presidency has taken over direct supervision of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), removing the agency from the oversight of the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development. The decision, approved by President Bola Tinubu, will require amendments to the NSIB Establishment Act 2022 to reflect the new administrative arrangement.
Analyst Calls for Sack of NSA Ribadu Over Rising Insecurity
A political affairs analyst, Ibrahim Modibo, has called for the removal of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, over the worsening security situation in Nigeria. Speaking on Prime Time on Arise Television, Modibo argued that the current security architecture has failed to address threats posed by terrorists and armed groups.
Lawmakers Backs Peter Obi for ADC Presidential Ticket
A member of the House of Representatives representing Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, Harris Okonkwo, has expressed confidence that former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi will secure the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 elections. Okonkwo made the remark while speaking with journalists during a medical outreach in Ojoto.
Obono-Obla Declares Interest in APC National Secretary Position
A former Chairman of the Special Presidential Investigation Panel for the Recovery of Public Property, Okoi Obono-Obla, has declared his intention to contest for the position of National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the party’s 2026 National Convention. Obono-Obla made the announcement while speaking with journalists in Calabar.
Plateau Cleric Accuses NSA Ribadu of Diverting US Troops
A Plateau State cleric, Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, has accused the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, of diverting United States troops away from Plateau State despite earlier appeals for international assistance to address violent attacks in the area. Dachomo made the allegation in a video message released on Friday.
Confusion as PDP Congress in Taraba Produces Two Chairmen
Confusion erupted during the Peoples Democratic Party congress in Taraba State after the congress committee reportedly announced two different individuals as the party’s chairman. The development sparked protests among delegates after Victor Samuel Falack was initially declared consensus chairman before another committee member later announced a different candidate.
Rick Ross Names Dream Collaboration With Fela, Bob Marley, Burna Boy
American rapper Rick Ross has revealed that his dream music collaboration would feature Jamaican reggae legend Bob Marley, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Nigerian singer Burna Boy. The Maybach Music boss disclosed this during a recent livestream interview, describing such a record as “king-level.”
Toyin Abraham Advises Timini Egbuson to Avoid Politics
Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has advised her colleague, Timini Egbuson, to stay away from politics and remain neutral in political matters. The actress said her open support for President Bola Tinubu during the last election negatively affected her career.
Former Super Eagles Midfielder Henry Nwosu Dies at 62
Former Super Eagles midfielder Henry Nwosu has died at the age of 62. The death of the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations winner was confirmed by his former teammate, Segun Odegbami, who said Nwosu passed away in the early hours of Saturday at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, after several days in intensive care.
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