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Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has said he would prioritise the development of northern Nigeria, describing the region as the country’s most valuable asset. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Speaking on Prime Time, a programme on Arise Television, Obi said the North’s vast uncultivated land presents an opportunity for Nigeria to surpass its oil earnings through agriculture. “Our greatest asset is in the north. The vast uncultivated land in the north is our future. We can make more money as a country from agriculture than we make from oil, and we must begin…

Iyabo Obasanjo, an Ogun State governorship aspirant and daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has shelved her interest in the race. The decision came aftet the announce of Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, as the preferred governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the state in 2027. She made the this known in a statement on Monday, adding that her decision followed the adoption of Adeola at a caucus meeting of the party held in Abeokuta. She said, “I congratulate him and wish him every success. I also thank the state and national leaders of our great…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has named Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, as the preferred governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 elections. Abiodun made the announcement on Monday during a party caucus meeting in Abeokuta, saying the decision followed extensive consultations among party leaders. He noted that the endorsement was aimed at promoting unity within the APC and ensuring continuity in governance, describing Adeola as a candidate with the experience and political reach to lead the state. “Nothing will give me more joy than to fulfil all the dreams of my predecessors,” Abiodun said.…

Pope Leo XIV has pushed back against criticism from United States President Donald Trump, insisting that the Catholic Church will not be drawn into political alignment. Speaking to journalists aboard the papal plane en route to Algeria, the pontiff said his responsibility—and that of the Church—is to proclaim the Gospel rather than engage in political interests. “I have no fear of your administration or speaking out loudly of the message of the Gospel, which is what I believe I am here to do, what the Church is here to do,” he said. “We are not politicians. We don’t deal with…

The United Kingdom is considering a potential ban on social media use for children under 16 as part of broader efforts to tackle concerns around screen time and online safety. According to reports, the proposal is being discussed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer as part of an ongoing consultation on regulating young people’s access to platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Starmer said the government is also examining additional measures, including app curfews, usage limits, and restrictions on algorithm-driven content feeds, which he said encourage “addictive scrolling” among children. “We’re consulting on whether there should be a ban for under 16s.…

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on Monday appeared before the Kaduna State High Court as proceedings resumed in his ongoing trial filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission. Video footage shared by Nigerian TV station Arise News captured El-Rufai, dressed in traditional Agbada, making his way through a crowded courthouse corridor filled with supporters, lawyers, and observers. Shortly before entering the courtroom, he was heard discussing the upcoming national convention of the African Democratic Congress scheduled for Tuesday. “So tomorrow is our convention, right?” El-Rufai asked. “Insha Allah (God willing),” an associate responded. The exchange…

United States President Donald Trump has drawn backlash after sharing an AI-generated image of himself depicted as Jesus Christ, intensifying his ongoing feud with Pope Leo XIV. The image, posted on Truth Social, shows Trump dressed in flowing robes and surrounded by radiant light, appearing to perform a healing. Figures resembling angels or soldiers hover around him, while fighter jets cut across the sky, fireworks explode overhead, and the Statue of Liberty stands in the background—combining religious symbolism with imagery of American strength. The post came shortly after Trump launched a series of attacks on the pope over his stance…

The Nigerian Naira began the new trading week on a mixed note, recording slight fluctuations against the United States Dollar across key segments of the foreign exchange market on Monday, April 13, 2026. At the official window, the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the local currency opened at about N1,358.84 per Dollar. Early trading data showed minor volatility, with the Naira weakening briefly to N1,362.08 before rebounding toward the N1,358 range. The movement reflects a largely stable trend, supported by the Central Bank of Nigeria’s continued management of system liquidity. In contrast, the parallel market maintained higher exchange rates, driven…

Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has pushed back against reports claiming he admitted flaws in Nigeria’s newly introduced tax laws, even as a circulating video shows him discussing “problems we identified” during the legislative process. On April 10, the committee issued a statement indicating that errors had arisen from manual processes and multiple layers of review during the drafting of the laws. It added that corrective measures were already being pursued through a proposed finance bill. However, in a follow-up statement shared on his official X account on Sunday, the committee described claims…

The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied reports of internal crisis, describing claims of mass resignations and unpaid delegates’ stipends as false. In a statement on Sunday, State Publicity Secretary Uche Obute said the allegations were “concocted stories” aimed at distracting the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. “There was no agitation whatsoever regarding the welfare of delegates,” Obute stated. The party also dismissed claims of member exits due to marginalisation, insisting its structure in the state had been strengthened. “The Governor is widely known for his inclusive leadership style, carrying along both members…