We’re Just Traders’: Borno Airstrike Survivors Recount Horror at Border Market
Survivors of the recent military airstrike on Jilli market in Borno State have said they were legitimate animal traders caught in a sudden and devastating attack. The victims spoke on Sunday, April 12, 2026, a day after the airstrike hit the weekly market in Jilli village along the Borno–Yobe border on Saturday, April 11, 2026. […]
Katsina Cracks Down on Malnutrition, Unveils 62 Nutrition Centres, Threatens Offenders
The Katsina State Government has unveiled two stabilisation centres and 60 Outpatient Therapeutic Programme (OTP) sites across 12 local government areas as part of efforts to combat malnutrition. Governor Dikko Radda announced the initiative on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Baure, stating that it is designed to improve access to treatment for children suffering from […]
Easter Ceasefire Between Russia, Ukraine Ends Amid Accusations of Violations
A temporary truce between Russia and Ukraine to mark Orthodox Easter has formally expired, with both sides accusing each other of thousands of violations despite a noticeable lull in large-scale attacks. The 32-hour ceasefire began at 4:00 pm (1300 GMT) on Saturday, April 11, 2026, and ended late Sunday, April 12, 2026. The truce followed […]
Yobe Confirms Accidental Market Airstrike, Launches Emergency Response
The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has confirmed an accidental airstrike involving civilians at Jilli Saturday Market in Gubio Local Government Area, a border community near Geidam LGA, with reported casualties. In a statement issued on Sunday, the agency said the incident occurred on Saturday, April 11, 2026, and affected traders, many of whom […]
APC Dismisses Crisis Claims, Denies Mass Resignations in Enugu
Addressing reports that some members had exited the party over alleged marginalisation, the APC insisted that its structure in Enugu had instead been strengthened under the leadership of Governor Peter Mbah.
Edo ADC Congress: Sam John Rallies Support for Hon. Tony Alile, Declares Edo ADC Set for Political Rebirth
Hon. Tony Alile, a seasoned politician and former Senior Adviser in the administration of Senator Oserheimen Osunbor, was elected on Saturday as Edo State Chairman of the ADC during a congress supervised by former Governor, Chief Odigie Oyegun.
Asha Bhosle Dies At 92, Concluding Landmark Musical Career
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle has died at the age of 92 in Mumbai, bringing to a close a career that spanned more than eight decades and shaped generations of music lovers. Her family confirmed she passed away following a recent hospitalisation for a chest infection. Funeral arrangements are expected to take place in Mumbai […]
Unabated” Killings: Apostolic Nuncio Warns FG Over Violence Against Christians
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The representative of the Pope in Nigeria, Archbishop Francis Crotty, has urged the Nigerian government to step up efforts to curtail the killing of Christians in some parts of the North. Crotty expressed concern that incessant deadly attacks on Christians, particularly in states such as Plateau, Kaduna, and Niger, have yet to […]
Ruthless ManCity Sinks Chelsea at the Bridge, Closes Gap on Arsenal
Manchester City delivered a masterclass in clinical football on Sunday, dismantling a helpless Chelsea side 3-0 at Stamford Bridge in a performance that saw them close the gap on arsenal, delivering a message to the Premier League title race. City were dominant from the first whistle, commanding 65% of possession and registering 15 shots to […]
Okpebholo Inspects New Road Corridors In Edo Central To Link Over 15 Communities
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inspected the second phase of road projects marked for construction in Edo Central, as part of efforts to expand infrastructure and open up rural communities for economic growth. The roads inspected include the Amedokhian–Iruele–Awo Road and the Unewa–Ohe–Uzea–Awo Road in Esan North East and […]