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By Clement Abayomi The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has claimed that President Bola Tinubu is losing focus on his primary duty, noting that he is too distracted by politics. The party on Friday insisted that Tinubu is failing in his main responsibility, which is to keep Nigerians safe. The ADC, in an official statement signed by the spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, expressed worry over the high level of insecurity across the country. The party noted that the decision by some foreign embassies to move their staff shows that the world is losing trust in Nigeria’s safety. The party pointed out that…

By Clement Abayomi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has maintained that it will ensure free and fair election, revealing its decision to postpone the nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general elections. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news This was announced during a meeting between the commission’s leaders and the Resident Electoral Commissioners on Friday, April 10, 2026, according to a statement signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna. Initially, the voter revalidation exercise was meant to happen sooner to help update the list of people…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah Residents of Omugo community in Oro-Ago District, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have deserted their homes after a recent abduction attack, leaving the area almost empty. The mass movement followed the kidnapping of eight elderly worshippers during a Sunday service at the Evangelical Church Winning All about 18 days ago. At a press briefing in Ilorin, a community spokesman, Jimoh Olaitan, said fear of another attack forced many residents to leave. He said only local vigilantes and hunters now remain to guard abandoned homes. Read Also: Five Kwara students get N2m each for global debate feat…

By Clement Abayomi Journalist and former media aide for ex-Vice President, Laolu Akande, has accused Atiku Abubakar of ruining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Akande who spoke during an interview on Friday on Channels Television suggested that Atiku’s decision to ignore the party’s rules on rotating power led to the party’s current problems. Akande argued that Atiku damaged the foundation of the PDP by going against the “national consensus”. This consensus was an arrangement that the presidency should move between the North and the South to ensure fairness. Read Also: Atiku denies retirement…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has called off its strike after its members received their March 2026 salaries. The lecturers had stopped work since April 8 over delayed salaries and the failure to include the Earned Academic Allowance. The action lasted barely two days. In a statement signed by branch chairman, Jurbe Molwus, the union said payment was approved shortly after the strike began. Clearance came from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation. The union confirmed that most lecturers have now received their salaries. This led…

By Clement Abayomi The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on April 10, 2026, in Abuja, has warned courts and lawyers to stop getting involved in the internal affairs of political parties. They insisted that such actions go against the Electoral Act 2026 and could harm Nigeria’s democracy. This was revealed in a statement signed by the NBA President and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mazi Osigwe. The association said it has been watching recent political and legal events as the country moves toward the 2027 general elections. It also said that some actions by lawyers and courts raise serious concerns about respect…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah Candidates preparing for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) can now print their examination slips, following a fresh directive from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). The board, on its X official page, has announced that the slip, which contains the exam date, venue and time, is now available on its official portal. Candidates have been asked to visit the website and print the document ahead of the examination. The move clears the air after a false message circulated online which claimed that the examination had been postponed. The board dismissed the notice and described…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah A retired senior officer in the Nigerian Army, Major General Henry Ayoola, has rejected claims that soldiers buying their own kits shows failure in the military system. Ayoola, a former commander of Operation Safe Haven, said it is normal for some personnel to purchase extra items to improve their equipment. He spoke on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Friday, following public reactions to a viral interview by ex-soldier Rotimi Olamilekan, also known as Soja Boi. In the interview, the former soldier alleged that troops buy uniforms, boots, and even protective gear with their own money. Read Also: Nigerian…

By Muhammed Lawal The Olofin Adimula of Ado-Odo Kingdom, Oba Olusola Idris Adebowale Lamidi-Osolo Otenibotemole II, has commended Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for presenting vehicles to traditional rulers in the state. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The monarch gave the commendation following the statutory meeting of the Ogun State Council of Obas held in Abeokuta. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Chief Olugbenga Akande, on Thursday, the monarch described the gesture as a fulfilment of the governor’s promise to improve the welfare of traditional rulers. “The gesture is a fulfilment of the…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah The Federal Government (FG) has approved a change in the route of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to pass through Ogoniland in Rivers State, in honour of the late Senator Mpigi Barinada Barry. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, announced the decision during a night of tribute held on Wednesday in Abuja, where he described the late lawmaker as a committed public servant whose impact went beyond his constituency. Mpigi, who represented Rivers South-East Senatorial District, died recently after years of active involvement in national development. According to Umahi, President Bola Tinubu approved the new route as a mark…