Lookman Faces Arsenal in Champions League Semi-final
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman is set to face English Premier League side Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 semi-final after Atletico Madrid secured a dramatic passage through the quarter-finals on Tuesday night. The match, reported on April 16, 2026, highlights a major European football showdown involving top clubs […]
Take the Fight to Them — Rev. Hayab Speaks on Renewed Insecurity in Kaduna, Northern Nigeria
National News Excerpts – Rev. Joseph Hayab, Country Director of Global Peace Foundation Nigeria and Chairman of the Northern Christian Association, has raised serious concerns over the resurgence of killings and insecurity in Kaduna State and Northern Nigeria, warning that political interests, weak government response, and lack of trust between citizens and authorities are worsening the crisis. […]
Jamie Murray Retires From Professional Tennis at 40
By Our Correspondent National News – Former world No.1 doubles player Jamie Murray has announced his retirement from professional tennis at the age of 40 after a career spanning more than two decades. Murray confirmed his exit on Wednesday via Instagram, with his last competitive appearance coming at the 2025 US Open. Murray expressed gratitude […]
FG Begins 2.5km Enugu Road Project
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government has commenced construction of a 2.5-kilometre rural road project in Enugu State, Southeast Nigeria, designed to enhance rural connectivity, stimulate local commerce, and improve access to essential services such as education, agriculture, and healthcare. The announcement was made by the Federal Commissioner representing Enugu State at […]
Ikorodu LCDA Backs Benson For Fourth Term
By Our Correspondent National News – The Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area in Lagos State, Hammed Aroyewun, has reaffirmed strong support for House of Representatives member Babajimi Benson amid reports of opposition to his bid for a fourth term representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency. The statement, issued on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in Lagos, […]
United Nigeria Airline Hit by Another Bird Strike
By Our Correspondent National News – United Nigeria Airlines has confirmed another bird strike incident involving one of its aircraft, marking the sixth occurrence between January and April 2026. The latest event happened on Wednesday when an Airbus A320-200, operating Flight UN0515 from Port Harcourt to Abuja, encountered the bird strike while landing at the […]
Senate Probes NNPCL Over N210tn Audit Queries
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Senate has issued a firm directive to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to explain discrepancies amounting to N210 trillion flagged in audit reports covering 2017 to 2023. The Senate Committee on Public Accounts, chaired by Aliyu Wadada, set April 29, 2026, as the deadline for […]
Customs CG Adeniyi Gets NIJ Fellowship
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) on Wednesday conferred a Fellowship on the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, in Lagos, recognising his contributions to public communication, institutional reforms, and border management. The honour was awarded during a special convocation held at the Sir Kensington Adebutu Media […]
LASEPA Seals Lagos Firms Over Pollution Violations
By Our Correspondent National News – The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed several religious centres and businesses across Lagos for violating environmental regulations. The enforcement took place on Wednesday in multiple locations, including Oregun, Ikeja GRA, Agege Motor Road (Mangoro), Onipetesi Close, Meiran Road, Ajasa Command, Ejigbo Road, and Fola Agoro in […]
ADC Primary Likely if Consensus Fails
By Our Correspondent National News – Atiku Abubakar has said the African Democratic Congress (ADC) may conduct a presidential primary election ahead of 2027 if efforts to reach a consensus candidate fail. Speaking during an interview on ARISE TV on Wednesday, the former Vice President explained that the party’s first strategy is to agree on […]