Author: Philip Adeleke

US warplane shut down in Iran, one crew rescued

April 3, 2026

A US warplane has gone down over Iran and US forces have rescued one of the crew, major US media outlets reported Friday after Iranian media aired footage of aircraft wreckage. Axios and CBS News, citing unidentified sources, reported that one of the two crew on the plane had already been rescued by US special […]

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Labour Party to hold national convention in Umuahia April 28

April 3, 2026

The Labour Party (LP) says it has notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of its 2026 elective congresses and national convention scheduled for...

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INEC should’ve recognized Nafiu Bala Gombe as ADC National Chairman – Wike

April 3, 2026

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has insisted that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, should have...

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Security tops agenda as Tinubu hosts Chadian president Mahamat Déby

April 3, 2026

President Bola Tinubu discussed regional security challenges with Mahamat Déby, his Chadian counterpart, at the State House in Abuja on Thursday. Deby is in Abuja...

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EFCC urges court to permanently forfeit 57 properties linked to Malami

April 3, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to permanently forfeit 57 properties...

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INEC dismisses calls for Amupitan’s removal, clarifies action against ADC leaders

April 3, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has reacted to the call made by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, for its...

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I Have To Fly Back In 10 Minutes Due To Lack Of Electricity At Your Airport – Tinubu Tells Plateau Victims

April 3, 2026

Reactions have trailed the visit of President Bola Tinubu to Jos, Plateau State capital, on Thursday to commiserate with the...

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Tinubu postpones Ogun trip, heads to Plateau over killings

April 2, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has postponed his planned trip to Ogun State and will instead travel to Jos, Plateau State, to...

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Mutfwang visits Tinubu over Plateau attacks, says attackers’ identities unknown

April 2, 2026

Caleb Mutfwang, governor of Plateau, on Wednesday visited President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja to discuss the...

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APC, ADC in battle to win over Bala Mohammed

April 2, 2026

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed became a bride yesterday, with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and opposition African Democratic...

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David Mark-led ADC rejects INEC’s delisting of party leadership

April 2, 2026

The David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) interpretation of the Court of...

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JUST IN: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays for Easter

April 1, 2026

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s...

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Court vacates arrest warrant against PDP factional chair Turaki in case filed by police

April 1, 2026

A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) high court in Maitama has vacated an arrest warrant it issued against Kabiru Turaki, factional national chairman...

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Nigerian govt increases price of gas

April 1, 2026

The federal government has increased the price of natural gas supplied to power generation companies to $2.18 per metric million...

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Police to probe Osun Grove after traditionalists’ petition

April 1, 2026

Osun State Police Command has confirmed receipt of a petition from traditional worshippers seeking an investigation into an alleged invasion...

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Update: El-Rufai rearrested by DSS as court fixes April 14 bail ruling

April 1, 2026

The Federal High Court, sitting in Kaduna, yesterday, adjourned ruling on the bail application filed by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir...

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Adelabu has not resigned as minister of power, says aide

April 1, 2026

Bolaji Tunji, the special adviser on strategic communications and media to Bayo Adelabu, minister of power, has denied reports that his principal...

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FG bans import of vehicles without certification

March 31, 2026

The Federal Government on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping regulatory regime that will bar all imported vehicles from entering Nigeria without...

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27 Reps members who defected to new parties Tuesday

March 31, 2026

Twenty-seven members of the House of Representatives defected from their parties on Tuesday, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) gaining...

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Jos Attack: Plateau govt. reinforces ban on motorcycle operations

March 31, 2026

To prevent further attacks, Gov Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has directed security to strictly enforce the ban on motorcycle operations in Jos...

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BREAKING: El-Rufai returns to Kaduna court after mother’s burial

March 31, 2026

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has returned to the State High Court in Kaduna following the burial of his mother....

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Violence over ‘king’ installation: FG urges Nigerians in South Africa to maintain low profile

March 31, 2026

Violence erupted yesterday in KuGompo City, Eastern Cape, South Africa, following the purported coronation of a Nigerian national as king,...

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National Assembly set to pass 2026 Appropriation Bill

March 31, 2026

Barring any last-minute changes, the  National Assembly is expected to pass the N58.472 trillion 2026 Appropriations Bill this week. Funding of...

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WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE timetable [FULL LIST]

March 30, 2026

The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has released the timetable for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE,...

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BREAKING: Kwankwaso’s son dumps NNPP for ADC

March 30, 2026

Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, the Secretary of the Kwankwasiyya movement and son of former Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, has officially resigned...

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UK to raise visa fees for visitors, workers, students by up to £222 from April

March 30, 2026

The United Kingdom will increase visa fees for people seeking to visit, study, work, or live in the country. The...

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SSANU issues ultimatum, threatens indefinite strike over unresolved 2009 agreement

March 30, 2026

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, has warned that it may embark on an indefinite nationwide strike if...

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Osun police arrest 18 suspects over Erin-Osun Ilobu attack

March 30, 2026

Osun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of fourteen additional suspects in connection with the recent attack on police...

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FG orders telcoms to compensate subscribers for poor network service

March 29, 2026

The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed Mobile Network Operators to compensate subscribers in areas where network quality falls below prescribed...

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Tinubu donates entire salaries to Armed Forces at 74

March 29, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has announced the creation of a special fund to support members of the Armed Forces, including wounded...

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