Twelve persons abducted by Boko Haram from Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State have escaped from captivity and are now safe. According to a report by Daily Trust, a source in Pulka said the victims—10 men and two women—regained their freedom during ongoing military operations in the area, which forced the insurgents to abandon some of their captives. “One of the victims told us that there were military operations in the area which forced the insurgents to abandon some of them and escape with the majority of the captives,” the source said. The development was also…
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The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old suspect, Ubong Michael, popularly known as “Ubong Boy,” over alleged involvement in multiple kidnapping operations in the state. The command also disclosed that disturbing human remains, including a skull and bones, were recovered during the arrest. In a statement issued on Thursday in Uyo, the Police Public Relations Officer, Timfon John, said the suspect had long been on the command’s wanted list. According to her, the suspect was apprehended following intelligence reports that he had returned to the community after previously going into hiding in Port Harcourt. “Preliminary investigations reveal…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s leadership under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging support for his re-election to sustain ongoing reforms and development efforts. Fubara made the call on Thursday during a meeting of the Southern Traditional Rulers Council held in Port Harcourt, where monarchs from the 17 southern states gathered to deliberate on unity, security, and economic growth. The governor noted that despite prevailing challenges, the current administration has made progress in economic recovery and infrastructure development, citing projects such as the coastal road construction. He emphasised the need for leadership continuity, stating that “it…
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has expressed grief over the death of two intending pilgrims who lost their lives in a road accident. The victims were identified as Alkasim Ibrahim Walawa, 48, and his mother, Hadiza Garba, 73. The incident reportedly occurred along the Rimin Gado road in Kano, where both victims were said to have died on the spot. Family sources disclosed that Alkasim is survived by two wives and seven children, while Hajiya Hadiza is survived by five children. Both deceased were natives of Walawa village in Kabo Local Government Area of Kano State. In a statement…
A Borno State High Court sitting in Maiduguri has sentenced one Shehu Saleh to two years’ imprisonment for fraud involving N22 million. Delivering judgment, Justice Aisha Kumaliya found the defendant guilty of misappropriating funds after he was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The charge read that the convict, sometime in 2024 in Maiduguri, converted to personal use the sum of N22,000,000 belonging to one Zara Betra Aliyu through bank accounts domiciled in GTBank and First Bank, contrary to Sections 296 and 297 of the Penal Code Law of Borno State. Saleh pleaded guilty when the charge…
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday ordered the remand of six defendants in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) after they were arraigned on a 13-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism. At the commencement of proceedings, which began at about 1:46 p.m., the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, informed the court that the charge was ready and sought permission for it to be read to the defendants. The hearing was briefly interrupted after the third defendant informed the court that his lawyer was indisposed, while counsel to the sixth defendant stated that his…
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has warned that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could face fresh legal battles over ongoing disputes surrounding court orders, raising concerns about potential disruptions to the electoral timetable. Speaking on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, criticised INEC’s handling of the situation, stressing that improper interpretation of court rulings could trigger further litigation. “INEC must be cautious in handling court orders to avoid plunging the electoral process into unnecessary legal battles that could disrupt the timetable,” Johnson said. The warning comes amid lingering legal disputes within the NNPP,…
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, on Tuesday expressed concern over alleged election manipulation at collation centres, stressing the need for urgent countermeasures to safeguard electoral integrity. Atiku made the remark during a meeting with members of the Coalition for Democracy Movement, led by Jibril Shehu Mustapha, where discussions focused on strengthening the credibility of elections and enhancing nationwide political coordination. In a post shared on X, the former presidential candidate disclosed that the group presented details of its organisational structure across the country and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at protecting votes. He commended the coalition for its…
The faction of the Labour Party (LP) loyal to Julius Abure has rejected a recent Appeal Court ruling on the party’s leadership dispute, describing the judgement as unacceptable. This was disclosed in a statement issued on April 21, 2026, via the party’s official communication channels. Abure faulted the court’s decision, arguing that it contradicts established legal principles regarding the internal affairs of political parties. “We have seen what transpired today at the Appeal Court, the judgement is not acceptable to all of us,” he said. He maintained that issues relating to party leadership are internal matters, noting that previous court…
The National Rescue Movement (NRM) has declared that it has no plans to merge with any political party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the party’s National Chairman, Chinedu Obi, said the NRM is prepared to produce a viable presidential candidate capable of challenging the incumbent government in the next election. “We’re not planning on merging with any political party or joining a coalition. We’ll produce our presidential candidate,” Obi told journalists. He further stated that the Federal High Court had resolved the party’s internal crisis after Justice Joyce Abdulmalik dismissed…
The Taraba State Government has flagged off the first phase of training on the EIDU Digital Learning System, targeting 500 teachers as master trainers in a bid to modernise classroom delivery across the state. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Augustina Godwin, performed the flag-off on Tuesday, announcing that Jalingo and Ardo-Kola local government areas have been selected as pilot centres for the programme. According to the commissioner, the initiative is aimed at equipping selected teachers with digital teaching skills and tools, enabling them to train other educators across Taraba State. She explained that the programme is designed to…
The Osun State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reassured residents of its commitment to conducting a peaceful, transparent, and credible governorship election scheduled for August 15. The newly deployed Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Oluwatoyin Babalola, gave the assurance on Tuesday while addressing a group of protesters at the commission’s office in Osogbo. The demonstrators, comprising market women and members of civil society organisations, had gathered to express concerns over the recent transfer of the former REC, Mutiu Agboke, which they alleged could affect the credibility of the forthcoming poll. Represented by the Head of Legal Department,…
Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has dismissed allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) are influencing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday as plenary resumed after the Easter break, Kalu said INEC operates independently under the leadership of its chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, without interference from any arm of government. The former Senate Chief Whip described allegations by opposition figures, particularly the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as frivolous and harmful to Nigeria’s democratic process. “The APC as a…
The Chairman of the Niger State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Most Reverend Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has raised concerns over the worsening security situation in the country, warning that Nigeria is becoming increasingly unsafe for citizens. Speaking during a CAN council meeting at the State Secretariat in Minna, the cleric, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, said the nation has “nosedived into a state of fear” due to persistent insecurity, economic hardship, and what he described as unfulfilled promises by leaders. Yohanna lamented the growing level of insecurity, citing reports of foreign travel advisories…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government’s plan to reintegrate hundreds of former insurgents into society, describing the approach as a sign of dangerous softness towards terrorism. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said recent remarks by government officials referring to insurgents as “brothers” and “prodigal sons,” alongside reintegration plans, reflect a troubling misunderstanding of the threat posed by terrorism. “Terrorism is not a family dispute. It is not a moral metaphor. It is a sustained and organised campaign of violence against the Nigerian state and its people,”…
Former Kano State Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Shekarau announced his defection to the APC on Sunday, marking a significant political move in Kano State. Born on November 5, 1955, Shekarau is a veteran educator and politician who served as Governor of Kano State from 2003 to 2011. He also held office as Minister of Education between 2014 and 2015, and later represented Kano Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly from 2019 to 2023.
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has announced the election of Bala Yunusa Mohammed as its new National Chairman. In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, the NNPP described Mohammed as an astute administrator who previously served as its National Organising Secretary. The party expressed confidence that the new chairman brings a wealth of experience, tactical insight, and a strong commitment to its grassroots ideology. The NNPP also acknowledged the exit of its former National Chairman, Ajuji Ahmed, who resigned to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). “On behalf…
The Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, has said the growing support base of the Accord Party signals a strong position ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the state. Egbedun made the remark on Saturday during a rally in Inisa, Odo Otin Local Government Area, where over 500 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) defected to the Accord Party. Addressing supporters, the Speaker expressed confidence that the party would secure victory at the polls, citing what he described as the administration’s performance record. “The record of success and achievement will speak, and by August…
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has released its provisional timetable and schedule of activities for primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ejimofor Opara. According to the statement, the timetable is in compliance with the revised schedule of activities released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on February 26, 2026, and in line with the party’s constitution and the Electoral Act 2026. The party also announced fees for expression of interest forms for various elective positions. It fixed…
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has commended security agencies for rescuing passengers abducted from a Benue Links bus along the Makurdi–Otukpo highway, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity in the state. The governor made this known on Sunday, April 19, 2026, when he received the freed victims at the Old Banquet Hall of Government House in Makurdi shortly after their release. Alia praised the Commissioner of Police and other security operatives for what he described as their “efforts and determination” in securing the victims’ safe return. He disclosed that the abduction occurred on April 15 at about 8…