Trump Escalates Iran Conflict, Oil Prices Soar as Global Stocks Fall
Oil prices have surged and global markets have fallen Today being Thursday, April 2, 2026, after US President Donald Trump announced that American forces would continue military strikes on Iran for another two to three weeks amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted global energy supplies, according to AFP. In his […]
Breaking: David Mark-led ADC Confirms Plan to Proceed with Convention Despite INEC’s Resolution
The David Mark-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has insisted on going ahead with its planned National Convention scheduled for 14th of April, despite INEC’s decision not to henceforth recognized its leadership and activities. In an appearance on Arise TV on Thursday, Bolaji Abdullahi, the National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, stated their […]
World Bank Approves $500m Credit to Boost Nigeria’s Agricultural Value Chains
The World Bank has approved a $500m credit facility for Nigeria to strengthen its agricultural sector, with a focus on smallholder farmers, value chain development, and food security. The funding, provided through the International Development Association, will support the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value Chains for Growth Project (AGROW). The initiative is designed to improve productivity, […]
Isak Resumes Liverpool Training After Injury Setback
Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has returned to full team training this week after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, boosting his chances of featuring in the club’s upcoming key fixtures. The 26 year old has been out of action since December following a fractured fibula and ankle injury. His return marks a major step forward […]
Trump Says Iran War Nearing End, Warns Of Intensified Strikes
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, said the war with Iran was approaching its final phase, even as he warned that heavy military strikes would continue in the coming weeks. In a televised address from the White House, Trump maintained that the US was close to achieving its objectives more than […]
Easter: FG Declares Friday, Monday Public Holidays
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, announced the holidays in a statement issued on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. He congratulated Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the occasion and urged […]
Lagos Receives Autistic Cyclist Kanyeyachukwu
The Lagos State Government on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, welcomed 16 year old autistic cyclist, Tagbo Okeke Kanyeyachukwu, who arrived in the state as part of an endurance ride from Enugu State to raise awareness about autism. Kanyeyachukwu, accompanied by his parents, members of the Kanyeyachukwu Autism Foundation, cycling officials, and a medical support team, […]
Stakeholders Split Over Desmond Elliot’s Fourth Term Bid
A coalition of stakeholders in Surulere has opposed the move by Desmond Elliot to seek a fourth term as the lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly. The group, operating under the Surulere Accountability Forum, made its position known in a statement issued on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Lagos […]
Aggrieved Youths Barricade Benin-Lagos Road Over Economic Hardship
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Angry youths have blocked sections of the ever busy Benin–Lagos Expressway near the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Ugbowo Campus, protesting worsening economic conditions. The demonstrators blocked the highway for several hours, disrupting vehicular movement and leaving commuters stranded.They demanded urgent government intervention to address rising food prices, unemployment and the high cost […]
Just In: El-Rufai To Remain In ICPC Custody As Court Adjourns Ruling On Bail Hearing
The bail application filed by former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, in his ongoing trial over alleged graft, has been adjourned to April 14, 2026, for ruling by the Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna on Wednesday. The court session was presided over by Justice Rilwan M. Aikawa. El-Rufai is being prosecuted by the […]