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Politics · Leadership News ·Why I Turned Down Ibadan Opposition Summit – Sowore
Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has provided reasons for his refusal to participate in the opposition political summit located in Ibadan. He outlined the specific factors influencing his decision to reject the invitation and distance himself from the gathering of opposition figures.
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Sports · The Punch ·Kenya’s Sawe wins London marathon in record-breaking time
Kenyan athlete Sawe secured the first-place position at the London marathon, successfully completing the course in a record-breaking time. The international racing event concluded with the runner establishing a new time benchmark to claim the overall victory.
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Business · Daily Trust ·
Saudi envoy, Dangote meet to deepen economic cooperation, partnership
A Saudi Arabian envoy recently held a meeting with Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote. The primary focus of their discussion was to explore and strengthen economic cooperation as well as establish strategic partnerships between Saudi Arabia and Dangote's commercial enterprises.
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Business · The Punch ·
Kogi strengthens China partnership for agro-industrial development
The government of Kogi State is actively reinforcing its strategic partnership with China to promote agro-industrial development. This collaboration focuses on integrating agricultural and industrial sectors to facilitate regional economic advancement and maximize the potential of local agricultural resources.
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Education · Daily Post ·Adeleke approves ASUU agreement implementation, orders arrears payment
Adeleke has officially approved the implementation of the pending agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities. Furthermore, a directive has been issued mandating the payment of all outstanding financial arrears owed to the academic staff.
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World · Vanguard ·Gunman believed to be targeting top Trump officials – US attorney general
The United States Attorney General has stated that a suspected gunman is believed to be intentionally targeting senior officials associated with Donald Trump. This development underscores ongoing security concerns and the heightened risks faced by high-profile political figures in the country.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Policemen shot by vigilante as LG chairman stops Reps aspirant’s meeting in Anambra
Policemen were shot by a vigilante in Anambra State following a political disruption. The violent incident took place when a Local Government chairman intervened to stop a meeting organized by an aspirant for the House of Representatives.
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Politics · The Punch ·
PHOTOS: Sanwo-Olu hosts banquet for IG Disu, calls him Lagos son
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hosted a banquet to honour IG Disu. During the event, the governor formally recognised the senior police officer's ties to the state by describing him as a native of Lagos. Photographs from the celebratory gathering were also shared.
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Other · Daily Trust ·
Fire Destroys Over 5,800 Onion Bags in Sokoto Community
A severe fire outbreak in a Sokoto State community has resulted in the destruction of more than 5,800 bags of onions. The incident has caused a substantial loss of agricultural commodities for the area, severely affecting the local storage and supply of the produce.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Nigeria Not Drifting Towards One-Party State – Hon Gagdi
Honourable Yusuf Gagdi has dismissed concerns regarding Nigeria's current political landscape, stating that the nation is not moving toward a one-party system. He addressed fears of political monopoly by reassuring the public that the democratic multi-party structure remains intact and functional.
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Other · The Punch ·
Police unveil welfare bus scheme for FCT personnel
The Nigeria Police Force has launched a new welfare bus scheme designed specifically for personnel operating within the Federal Capital Territory. The initiative aims to improve the transportation and overall well-being of the officers serving in the nation's capital.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Gombe-led ADC Distances Self From Ibadan Opposition Summit, Says It’s Ready For 2027
The Gombe-led African Democratic Congress has publicly dissociated itself from the recent opposition political summit held in Ibadan. The party leadership clarified its stance by affirming its independence from the coalition and announcing its readiness to participate in the upcoming 2027 elections.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Build on your predecessor’s legacy – Labour Minister tells new NUPENG President
Nigeria's Minister of Labour has advised the new president of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers to focus on sustaining the achievements of the previous leadership. The minister emphasized the importance of building upon existing legacies to guide the ongoing efforts of the labour organization.
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Entertainment · Premium Times ·“Woman of a Woman”: Sixty pages of glorious poetry, By Syl Cheney Coker
Syl Cheney Coker has authored a sixty-page poetry collection titled Woman of a Woman. A recent feature examines the literary piece, providing a detailed overview of the themes, style, and structure found within the concise compilation of poems crafted by the writer.
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World · Vanguard ·Mali’s Defence Minister Sadio Camara killed amid coordinated attacks
Malian Defence Minister Sadio Camara has been killed during a series of coordinated attacks. The death of the high-ranking government official marks a major security incident for the nation, though further details regarding the perpetrators and the specific targets of the broader assaults remain unspecified.
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Entertainment · ThisDay ·
Love, Lights, Camera: Cross and Chino Take Their Wedding to the Big Screen
Cross and Chino are turning their wedding into a cinematic event by bringing the celebration to the big screen. The couple is set to showcase their nuptials through a film or televised production, allowing the general public to witness their marriage ceremony as a formal viewing experience.
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Other · Nairametrics ·
NDLEA intercepts 10,000 pills of terror drug ‘captagon’ in Kwara state
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has seized ten thousand pills of the dangerous narcotic captagon during an operation in Kwara State. Often referred to as a terror drug, the intercepted substance highlights ongoing efforts by authorities to curb the trafficking and distribution of illicit narcotics across the country.
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Business · Nairametrics ·
Best performing Nigerian stocks for the week ended April 24, 2026
Nairametrics published an analysis highlighting the top-performing equities in the Nigerian stock market for the trading week ending April 24, 2026. The financial brief outlines which specific shares delivered the highest value and returns to investors during that particular period.
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World · Daily Post ·US Embassy in Mali issues security alert to Americans amid attacks
The United States Embassy in Mali has issued a formal security alert advising American citizens in the country to prioritize their safety. The warning comes directly in response to a recent wave of attacks occurring within the West African nation, highlighting growing security concerns for foreign nationals in the region.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Jamil Abubakar’s Ascent Signals Dangote’s Succession Blueprint
The recent professional elevation of Jamil Abubakar highlights potential details of the leadership succession strategy for the Dangote enterprise. His upward movement suggests that a deliberate blueprint is being established to ensure the future continuity and management of the multinational business conglomerate.
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