Plateau Attack: 28 Dead, Governor Mutfwang Vows Justice
By Our Correspondent National News – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has confirmed that 28 people were killed in a brutal attack by gunmen in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The governor, who personally visited the affected community and victims, described the assault as “tragic” and “senseless,” promising […]
NBA Condemns Plateau Palm Sunday Killings
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the recent Palm Sunday killings in Jos, Plateau State, calling the attacks “gruesome and unacceptable.” Several residents were reportedly killed, while others sustained injuries during the violent incident. NBA President Afam Osigwe described the attacks as deeply tragic, especially as they […]
Fani-Kayode Alleges Opposition Using Fake News
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has accused opposition figures of spreading fake news to destabilize the government and weaken the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Fani-Kayode claimed the disinformation campaign aims to sow tension within the ruling party and undermine confidence in its […]
El-Rufai Returns to Court After Mother’s Funeral
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, returned to the Kaduna State High Court on Tuesday for formal arraignment by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). El-Rufai, who had spent over a month in detention, faces a 10-count charge, including alleged conversion and possession of public […]
Ekiti Elder Statesman Adebayo Daramola Dies at 98
By Our Correspondent National News – Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, and members of the Ekiti State Council of Elders have mourned the death of respected elder statesman Adebayo Daramola, who died at the age of 98. The prominent community leader, educationist, and former Chairman of Oye Local Government passed away in the early hours […]
Tinubu Condemns Plateau, Kaduna Killings, Orders Justice
By Our Correspondent National News – President Bola Tinubu has strongly condemned the recent killings and abductions carried out by gunmen in Plateau State and Kaduna State, describing the attacks as cruel, barbaric, and unacceptable. The President made this known on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, following deadly assaults in Angwan Rukuba district in Jos and […]
Ex-Abia Councillors Back Otti’s 2027 Re-election Bid
By Our Correspondent National News – Former councillors in Abia State have declared their support for the re-election of Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 general elections after receiving long-awaited arrears of their entitlements. The group also endorsed Chima Anyaso as their consensus candidate for the Bende Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. […]
FG Disburses N688bn to 9.2m Nigerians
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government has disbursed about N688 billion to over 9.2 million vulnerable Nigerians through the Household Prosperity and Empowerment Cash Transfer (HOPE-CT) Programme between November 2023 and February 2026, as part of efforts to cushion the impact of ongoing economic reforms. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty […]
Kwara South Communities Decry Killings, Kidnappings
By Our Correspondent National News – Residents and community leaders in Kwara South, Kwara State, have raised alarm over persistent killings, kidnappings, and mass displacement affecting several communities across the region. The Kwara South Development Forum on Tuesday accused authorities of failing to adequately protect residents despite repeated attacks by armed groups. The group, through […]
Troops Foil Boko Haram Kidnap of 150 Travellers
By Our Correspondent National News – Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled a planned mass abduction by Boko Haram terrorists along the Buratai–Kamuya road in Borno State, rescuing more than 150 travellers who were being escorted through the volatile area. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, March 30, 2026, when insurgents attempted to intercept […]