Bauchi Govt Orders Resignation of Aspiring Candidates in Public Office
The government of Bauchi State has directed all political appointees seeking elective office to resign from their positions by Friday, 24 April 2026. The directive was announced in a statement issued on Wednesday by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado. Mr Gidado said the decision was in line with the Electoral […]
“Grossly Inadequate”: ADC Knocks FG Over 7 Percent Army Equipment Budget
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken a swipe and knocks on the Federal Government of Nigeria for allegedly releasing only 7 percent of the Nigerian Army’s budget for security equipment in 2025. Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, in his statement made available to Journalists, said it was outrageous […]
Pope to Visit Prison on Final Leg of Africa Tour
Pope Leo XIV is set to visit a prison notorious for its poor conditions in Equatorial Guinea on Wednesday, marking the penultimate day of his extensive tour of Africa, during which he has addressed major global and humanitarian issues. The pontiff arrived in the oil-rich but deeply unequal nation on Tuesday, April 21, following previous […]
FG, AU Move to Boost Access to Safe Water Across Africa
Nigeria and the African Union Commission have stepped up efforts to improve access to safe water and sanitation across the continent, following a high-level engagement with the African Ministers’ Council on Water (AMCOW) in Abuja. The meeting, held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, brought together key stakeholders to advance collaboration on water governance and accelerate […]
Gunmen Murder Man, kidnap Female Partner In Edo
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the death of a young man identified as Christopher who was shot by suspected kidnappers in Auchi near Igbira camp in Etsako West Local Government Area of the state just as inhabitants raised concern on incessant kidnapping activities in the area. His partner, a female […]
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire, Keeps Naval Blockade in Placr
President Donald Trump has announced an extension to the ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday night, stating that the U.S. military would hold off its planned attack to allow more time for Tehran to put forward a proposal to end the war.
CBN Alerts Public to Fraudulent Messages, Cybersecurity Hack Attempts
The CBN stressed that such fraudulent communications are intended to hack personal accounts, and strongly advised members of the public to refrain from clicking links or sharing personal information on suspicious websites.
Adelabu Set to Resign as Power Minister Over Oyo Governorship Ambition
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is set to resign from his position after receiving the approval of President Bola Tinubu to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State. The development follows a meeting between the minister and the president on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where Adelabu presented a detailed […]
BREAKING: Kano Gov Nominates Garo as Deputy
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has forwarded the name of Alhaji Murtala Garo to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as Deputy Governor. The nomination was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. According to the statement, the move is […]
Taiwan President Cancels Africa Trip Over Alleged Chinese Pressure
President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan has called off a planned visit to Eswatini, citing diplomatic pressure from China. The trip, which was scheduled to begin this week, was intended to mark the 40th anniversary of King Mswati III’s rule. Eswatini remains one of the few countries that maintain official diplomatic relations with Taiwan. According to […]