AAU Stakeholders Tackle Management Over Unpaid Salaries Despite N1 Billion Bailout, Others, As Staff Celebrate Easter On Empty Stomach
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Stakeholders of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, have expressed drastic concerns over the institution management’s style of governance, condemning its recent press release for failing to address the most pressing issues confronting staff including unpaid salaries despite the release of a N1 billion bailout fund by the Edo State Government. The University’s […]
Police Arrest Three Over Killing of Nigerian Teen Identified as Eghosa Ogbebor in Woolwich
A 14-year-old Nigerian boy who was fatally shot in south-east London has been identified as Eghosa Ogbebor, in a case that has sparked outrage and grief within the community. Police were called to reports of a shooting on Lord Warwick Street in Woolwich at about 15:40 BST on Thursday. Paramedics treated the teenager at the […]
IPAC Faults INEC’s Undue Meddling In ADC’s Crisis
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Chairman of Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Edo State chapter, Dr. Bishop Akhalamhen, has faulted the undue interference of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan in the ongoing crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He expressed his dissatisfaction while fielding questions from Journalists shortly after the […]
11 Killed, Scores Displaced as Fresh Nasarawa Communal Clash Razes Homes
The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the killing of 11 residents following a renewed communal clash between Akyawa and Udege Kasa communities in Udege Development Area of Nasarawa Local Government Area. The violence, which erupted in the early hours of April 3, 2026, also led to the destruction of about 50 houses in Akyawa […]
Trump Signs Order To Tighten Rules In College Sports
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at regulating collegiate sports, following recent rule changes that allow student-athletes to earn financial compensation. The directive was signed on April 3, 2026, as authorities move to address growing concerns over fairness and financial sustainability in college athletics. The order, Trump’s second intervention in […]
Wanyama Announces International Retirement After Illustrious Career
Former Kenya national team captain, Victor Wanyama, has announced his retirement from international football, bringing to a close a distinguished 19-year career. The midfielder made the announcement on April 3, 2026, via his X handle, expressing gratitude to those who supported him throughout his journey. In a heartfelt message, Wanyama reflected on his rise from […]
Bandits Attack Zamfara Chief of Staff Convoy
Suspected bandits on Thursday evening attacked the convoy of Mouktar Lugga, chief of staff to the Zamfara governor, along the Funtua–Gusau highway. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication covering the Lake Chad region, the incident happened around 6:16pm near Kucheri village, as Lugga was returning to Gusau from an official engagement. It was gathered […]
2027 Battle: INEC Under Fire as ADC Crisis Deepens
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) came under intense criticism on Thursday, April 2, 2026, following its decision to derecognise key leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), further deepening the party’s internal crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections. Opposition figures and senior members of the ADC condemned the electoral body, accusing it of […]
Burkina Faso Junta Chief Urges Citizens to ‘Forget’ Democracy
Burkina Faso’s military ruler, Captain Ibrahim Traore, has said citizens should “forget” about democracy, signalling a further shift away from democratic governance in the West African nation. Traore made the remarks during an interview aired on national television on Thursday, where he dismissed discussions around elections and democratic processes. According to a report by AFP, […]
Buffon Steps Down from Italy Role After World Cup Play-off Exit
Former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has resigned from his role as head of delegation with the national team following the country’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Buffon announced his decision on Thursday, April 2, 2026, after Italy’s painful play-off defeat to Bosnia-Herzegovina, where the four-time world champions lost 4-1 on penalties, […]