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Another U.K.-based Nigerian found dead at workplace
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Another U.K.-based Nigerian found dead at workplace

A Nigerian, Ademola Oke, has died after being found unresponsive at his workplace in the United Kingdom.Oke is the third Nigerian to have died in the month of April, 2026.This is just as the family appealed for public support following his sudden death. It was learnt on Sunday from a support appeal published by a close family friend, Adejonwo Odutola, on the popular fundraising platform, GoFundMe, that the incident occurred on April 18. Odutola explained that Ademola had left home that morning in good health and remained in contact with his wife throughout the day, with no indication of any illness. He said the deceased was later found unresponsive at his workplace by a colleague who arrived for a night shift. Odutola wrote, “On 18th April, 2026, Ademola, 37 years old, lef...
Why NNPC refineries will never work again, says Obasanjo
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Why NNPC refineries will never work again, says Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has maintained that the country owned four refineries will never work again.Obasanjo spoke during a television interview aired on Saturday night by Sony Irabor Live. He said, “One of the lessons that I learnt is that PPP (public-private partnership) works. Look, one project that has not been destroyed by the government in Nigeria is the NLNG (Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas), where the private sector has 51 per cent, and the Nigerian government has 49 per cent. “See what we did with Nigerian railways. See what we did with the national shipping company. See what we are doing now, even with the NNPC. The NNPC has refineries, and I said to people that it will never work. And a man had the audacity to say, ‘Am I a chemical engineer?” Obasanjo spok...
Akalaka MMA Fight Night Returns to Abuja as Benard, Uduak Shine
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Akalaka MMA Fight Night Returns to Abuja as Benard, Uduak Shine

By Victor Okoye Emmanuel Benard and Victoria Uduak have emerged as top winners in the men’s and women’s categories at the Akalaka Spirit of the Warrior Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) event in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 16 fighters thrilled fans at the Akalaka Spirit of the Warrior showdown held at the 21 Arena, National Council for Arts and Culture on Saturday. The fight night tagged “Battle of Gwarinpa” featured bouts across featherweight, bantamweight, lightweight, and strawweight divisions. Headlining the event was the clash between Emmanuel “Knockout Machine” Benard and Yakubu “Black Scorpion” Solomon. The co-main event featured Victoria “The Hunter” Uduak against Blessing "Chibok girl" Shettima. Benard, who took home the best male fighter award, ...
Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Supports Gov. Sule’s Choice of Successor
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Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Supports Gov. Sule’s Choice of Successor

By Olukayode Babalola Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, a Fulani socio-cultural association in Nasarawa State, has affirmed its support for Governor Abdullahi Sule’s choice of Sen. Ahmed Wadada (APC/Nasarawa West) as his preferred successor. The group made its position known during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State on Sunday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the meeting, held in honour of Sen. Ahmed Wadada, was attended by several key members of the association’s leadership across the state. .Mallam Akajo Abubakar-Jyaro, Chairman of the association in Nasarawa State, in his speech, appreciated Governor Sule for the “remarkable” gesture of anointing Sen. Wadada as his choice of successor, despite several other gubernatorial...
FCT Yoruba Community Inaugurates New Executives
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FCT Yoruba Community Inaugurates New Executives

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Area Councils Yoruba Community and its environs on Saturday, April 25, 2026, inaugurated new executive members to oversee the affairs of the association. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at Junior Secondary School, Garki, Abuja, the President of the Association, Pastor Gabriel Oladapo, charged the newly elected executives to live up to expectations in the discharge of their duties and to work towards the growth and development of the association. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the newly inaugurated FCT Executives include: Pastor Gabriel Oladapo as President; Alhaji Bilaminu Akinade as Vice President I; Mr. Segun Taiwo as Vice President 2; Hon. Femi Ileyari as General Secretary; Mr. Rasheed Ib...
FCT Yoruba Community Inaugurates New Executives
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FCT Yoruba Community Inaugurates New Executives

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Area Councils Yoruba Community and its environs on Saturday, April 25, 2026, inaugurated new executive members to oversee the affairs of the association. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at Junior Secondary School, Garki, Abuja, the President of the Association, Pastor Gabriel Oladapo, charged the newly elected executives to live up to expectations in the discharge of their duties and to work towards the growth and development of the association. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the newly inaugurated FCT executives include: Pastor Gabriel Oladapo as President; Alhaji Bilaminu Akinade as Vice President I; Pastor Olusegun Taiwo as Vice President II; Femi Lareiyatan as General Secretary; Abduly...
Borno APC Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu, Shettima for 2027
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Borno APC Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu, Shettima for 2027

Key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State have formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for a second term in 2027.The endorsement was announced during a high-level gathering at the Government House Multipurpose Hall in Maiduguri on Saturday.Party leaders, government officials, and influential grassroots mobilizers unanimously pledged to rally voters across the state to ensure the continuity of the Tinubu administration.Addressing the stakeholders, Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum described the endorsement as both a vote of confidence in the current administration and a strategic commitment to sustaining ongoing reforms. He emphasized that the Tinubu-Shettima leadership had demonstrated resolve in tackling Nigeri...
Abia LP elects new executives
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Abia LP elects new executives

The Abia State chapter of the Labour Party has elected Mr Peter Azubuike as its new state chairman. Azubuike was elected on Saturday during the party’s State Congress held in Umuahia, the state capital. Other elected members of the State Working Committee are: Mr Chucks Akamadu as state secretary, Ben Otti as organising secretary and Mr Emenike Iroegbu as publicity secretary, emerged through consensus, a method earlier adopted by delegates at the congress. Shortly after the election of the new executives, Governor Alex Otti applauded the smooth conduct of the congress and promised to support the incoming leadership. He said, “I want to congratulate all the newly elected exco members and members of our party for conducting themselves in a decent and organised manner during ...
We feel betrayed, insulted over Ali Isa JC’s acceptance into APC… Gombe House of Rep aspirants
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We feel betrayed, insulted over Ali Isa JC’s acceptance into APC… Gombe House of Rep aspirants

Heavy trouble seems to be looming in Balanga/Billiri Federal constituency camp of the All Progressive Party (APC) following the declaration by Hon Ali Isa JC, a new entrant into the party to re-contest the House of Representatives seat. Hon Ali Isa JC, who recently decamped to the APC from the PDP, is the current member occupying the seat and before now, the Minority Whip in the green chamber of the National Assembly. Some loyal members are however seeing Ali's entrance and moves to secure the Party's ticket for the Federal Constituency seat as an insult and betrayal of their many years of loyalty to the APC. Kirgit Amlai, an aspirant to the seat, expressed his grievances and that of other notable aspirants in a petition to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, National Chairman of th...
EPL: Arteta speaks on Arsenal losing title to Man City on goals difference
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EPL: Arteta speaks on Arsenal losing title to Man City on goals difference

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has warned his players that there has to be “a balance” as they chase Manchester City in the Premier League.The Gunners were top of the table for 200 days, until back-to-back defeats against Bournemouth and City.They were now in second place, level with Pep Guardiola’s men on points and goals difference.However, City remain top, as they have scored more goals than Arsenal.Arteta, speaking to the media on Friday, said: “The goals for, goals against, it’s going to be a balance like it has all season.That’s why the goal difference between the two teams [in the title race] is so small.“First of all, it’s very clear what we have to do to win the game, to earn the right and compete and the rest will come.”
FCT court orders arrest of lawyer, police officer over delays in N300m eviction case
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FCT court orders arrest of lawyer, police officer over delays in N300m eviction case

A High Court in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has ordered the arrest of an Abuja-based lawyer, Victor Giwa, and a police officer, Inspector Edith Erhunmuuse, for repeatedly failing to appear in court over an alleged N300 million illegal eviction case.Justice Samira Bature gave the order on Friday.The judge expressed concern over the tactics deployed by the lawyer and the police officer, saying the absence of the two defendants showed clear attempts to delay the case and disrespect the court.At the resumed hearing, the Federal Government’s lawyer, Aderonke Imana, told the court that the case was filed in January 2023 but had been delayed because the defendants kept failing to appear in court for arraignment.She said that, despite several adjournments, the...
City Boy Movement to bridge gap between leadership, young Nigerians — Minister
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City Boy Movement to bridge gap between leadership, young Nigerians — Minister

The Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has said that the City Boy Movement, was designed to bridge the gap between leadership and young Nigerians.Olawande spoke in Benin during the City Boy Movement leadership’s tour of the South-South. The delegation was led by its Grand Patron, Seyi Tinubu, alongside key officials including the Director-General of the movement, Francis Oluwatosin Shola. He noted that young Nigerians needed to be strategically positioned in governance and nation-building, adding that the South-South tour, which began in Edo State, would serve as a rallying point to mobilise, inspire, and awaken young people across the region.The minister said, “The City Boy Movement is designed to bridge the gap between leadership and young Nigerians. T...
EFCC nabs ex-Skye Bank chair Tunde Ayeni over alleged N36bn,  $30m fraud
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EFCC nabs ex-Skye Bank chair Tunde Ayeni over alleged N36bn,  $30m fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former board Chairman of defunct Skye Bank Plc,  Tunde Ayeni, over alleged money laundering,  misappropriation and diversion of fund A source close to the commission told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday that Ayeni, a businessman, was picked on Thursday in Abuja. The former chairman, the source said, was being grilled over alleged fraud to the tune of  N36.6 billion and 30 million dollars. According to the source, the former banker is being held at the EFCC’s facility while investigation is ongoing. “Ayeni was arrested sequel to the investigation of the EFCC into alleged misappropriation and diversion of funds to the tune of N36,540, 058,400,00 and 30 million dollars obtained from P...
NSCDC FCT tennis competition to drive grassroots development – Odumosu
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NSCDC FCT tennis competition to drive grassroots development – Odumosu

By Victor Okoye Dr. Olusola Odumosu, the Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) FCT Command, says the tennis tournament held in his honour targets grassroots sports development and youth engagement. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the three-day event began Wednesday and ended Friday at Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.Odumosu, who marked his birthday with the tournament, said it was designed to discover talents and inspire young players nationwide. “This initiative is about building the future of tennis from the grassroots and giving youths opportunities to excel,” Odumosu said.He added that sports remain a unifying tool and a pathway to discipline, health, and national development, as well as a means to steer youths away from crime. “...
West African health unions express concern over workforce crisisWorkforce
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West African health unions express concern over workforce crisisWorkforce

By Joan Nwagwu A coalition of West African Health Sector Unions has expressed concern over the worsening workforce crisis in the region, calling for urgent and coordinated action by governments.The union made the call at the 25th plenary session of the West African Health Sector Unions Network (WAHSUN) on Friday in Abuja. The theme of the event was “Strengthening Public Healthcare Delivery Systems in West Africa: Trade Union Strategies for Workforce Protection, Equity and Universal Health”. Speaking at the opening, its Chairman, Dr Kabiru Ado-Minjibir, said the region was grappling with severe shortage of health workers amid rising disease burden.According to him, the region is facing a critical shortage of health workers, which is already affecting service delivery across co...
Minister seeks increased investment as Nigeria’s health budget stands at 6%
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Minister seeks increased investment as Nigeria’s health budget stands at 6%

By Joan Nwagwu Prof. Ali Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, has called for increased investment in the health sector as Nigeria’s health budget remains six per cent, the highest in over a decade. Pate made the call on Friday in Abuja at the 25th West African Health Sector Unions Network (WAHSUN) Plenary Session, organised by the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN). The theme of the event was “Strengthening Public Healthcare Delivery Systems in West Africa: Trade Union Strategies for Workforce Protection, Equity and Universal Health Coverage.” He said stronger investment in health systems remained critical to improving population health outcomes across West Africa, noting that countries in the sub-region were closely linked in health o...
IPMAN Congratulates Oladiti On His Emergence As NUPENG President
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IPMAN Congratulates Oladiti On His Emergence As NUPENG President

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has congratulated Chief Salimon Oladiti on his election as the new national president of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). In a statement signed by IPMAN's authentic and Supreme Court-recognised national president, Chief Dr Kolawole Adewoyin, the association extended warm felicitations on behalf of its executive committee and all members to the new NUPENG President. "We rejoice with you on this well-deserved victory and look forward to enhanced collaboration for the growth of Nigeria's petroleum sector," Adewoyin said. IPMAN hailed Oladiti's extensive experience in labour advocacy and his commitment to workers' welfare. "His leadership will strengthen unity and drive better negoti...
Honduras Suspends Recognition of pseudo ‘SADR’
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Honduras Suspends Recognition of pseudo ‘SADR’

The Republic of Honduras has decided to suspend its recognition of the so- called Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), Morocco’s foreign ministry has announced in a statement on Thursday. The ministry said the decision was communicated to Mr Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, by Ms. Mireya Agüero de Corrales, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Honduras, through an official letter received on Wednesday. In the document, Ms. Agüero de Corrales indicated that this "suspension stems from [Honduras's] sovereign decision, based on its traditional commitment to the principles of non-interference and respect for the internal affairs of other states." Furthermore, Honduras "reaffirms its full support for the effor...
INEC begins audit of Labour Party ahead of 2027 polls
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INEC begins audit of Labour Party ahead of 2027 polls

The Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday commenced a comprehensive verification exercise at the national secretariat of the Labour Party in Abuja, deepening regulatory scrutiny of political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. The INEC delegation, led by Mansur Hassan, is tasked with verifying the party’s leadership structure, membership register, financial records and compliance with statutory requirements, including proof of tenancy or ownership of its secretariat. Addressing party stakeholders and journalists before the exercise began, Hassan outlined the scope of the verification, stressing that the mission goes beyond routine observation. He said, “We are monitors, not observers. We are here to monitor and correct things, not to observe. We want to ...
Minister of power, Adelabu resigns
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Minister of power, Adelabu resigns

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has tendered his resignation from the Federal Executive Council.Adelabu's resignation will take effect on April 30, 2026.The power Minister said he is resigning to pusue enable his governorship ambition in Oyo State. Adelabu In his resignation letter, which was dated April 22, 2026, and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, also proposed the establishment of a Coordinating Minister for Energy to drive integrated reforms across Nigeria’s power, gas, and related sectors. He, however, emphasised that sustaining and consolidating the gains recorded in the power sector requires stronger coordination at the highest level, including the appointment of a central authority to harmonise policy direction and execution.The Minister, according to a...