Sokoto opposition parties reject IPAC election, demand fresh poll over irregularities
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO:- A coalition of political parties in Sokoto State has rejected the outcome of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) state election held on April 2, 2026, alleging widespread irregularities, violations of established guidelines, and a lack of transparency in the conduct of the exercise. In a communiqué issued on April 3 […]
Photos: 11 dead, 52 houses burnt in Nasarawa violence
Residents believe the attack has links to an earlier one in nearby Sabon Gida, where houses and farm produce were destroyed
‘You’ve 48 hours to make deal or US will unleash Hell’ – Trump warns Iran
US President Donald Trump on Saturday said Iran had 48 hours left to make a deal on opening the vital Strait of Hormuz or face “Hell.”
Two killed, 10 injured in lone crash in Gombe — FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of two persons in a lone crash along Gombe-Yola Road.
Haaland hat-trick destroys Liverpool as Man City reach FA Cup semis
Haaland netted twice late in the first half of the quarter-final at the Etihad Stadium and completed his treble after the interval following an Antoine Semenyo strike.
Abia APC denies alleged planned protest against Otti administration
The All Progressives Congress, APC, Abia State chapter has denied plans to sponsor a protest against the Governor Alex Otti led administration in the state.
Trippier to leave Newcastle at end of season
The 35-year-old full-back has made over 150 appearances in all competitions since joining Newcastle from Atletico Madrid in January 2022.
Easter: Labour Party enjoins Nigerians to remain hopeful, patriotic
The Labour Party (LP) has enjoined Nigerians to embrace the true lessons of Easter and remain hopeful no matter how challenging our current circumstances may appear.
Easter: Akpabio urges Nigerians to embrace peace, tolerance
THE President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has enjoined Nigerians to embrace peaceful coexistence, tolerance and mutual respect, regardless of faith or ethnicity.
$6bn loan: YPP presidential aspirant, Filani seeks transparency, warns against rising debt
A presidential aspirant on the platform of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), Olajide Filani, has called for transparency and fiscal discipline as the Federal Government moves to secure a fresh $6 billion loan.
Easter: NLC says Nigerians never signed up for suffering
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has decried the worsening socio-economic conditions in the country, declaring that Nigerian workers and citizens are being forced to endure hardship they never consented to.
Makinde’s coronation of three Ibadan high chiefs in absentia sparks fresh legal controversy
The affected chiefs, Sharafadeen Alli, Akeem Bolaji Adewoyin, and Oyekola Babalola, had notified the state government of their inability to attend the scheduled ceremony and sought a new date.
Lilian Afegbai apologises to AMVCA over nomination outburst
“It was disrespectful to AMVCA, the nominees, my To Kill A Monkey family, and all of you who have supported me.
Businesses must replace faulty goods, compensate – Consumer protection agency
“Consumers have the right to seek redress when sold defective, substandard or unsafe products”
Easter shopping slows in Lagos as food prices surge
The usual Easter shopping rush across major markets in Lagos has slowed significantly, as rising food prices force many residents to cut back on purchases, a survey by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) revealed.
Jos Visit: Tinubu said ‘No light; I fly out in 10 minutes’ – Peter Obi
“When he took office in 2023, Nigeria had a power supply of over 4,000 megawatts and lower tariffs”
