Trump Criticises Pope Leo Over Anti-War Message
By Our Correspondent National News – Donald Trump has openly criticised Pope Leo XIV, saying he is “not a big fan” after the pontiff issued a strong anti-war message. The remarks were made on Sunday at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, where Trump accused the Pope of being too liberal and weak on global security […]
FG Boosts Power Output to 4,300MW
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government has announced a rise in electricity generation from 3,951 megawatts (MW) to 4,300MW between March 28 and April 10, 2026, signaling gradual improvement in Nigeria’s power sector. The disclosure was made in Abuja by Bolaji Tunji, spokesperson to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who had […]
Falomo Buried in Ilesa Amid Tributes
By Our Correspondent National News – Prominent dignitaries, family members, and well-wishers gathered in Ilesa, Osun State, on Saturday to honour and bid farewell to Chief Michael Falomo, the Lofosan of Ilesa, who was laid to rest following his death on January 31, 2026, at the age of 87. The funeral service, held at the […]
Abia APC Endorses Benjamin Kalu, Sparks Dispute
By Our Correspondent National News – Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State have endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, for the 2027 governorship election, triggering internal opposition from another aspirant, Mascot Uzor Kalu. The endorsement took place on Sunday in Umuahia during a stakeholders’ meeting attended […]
Police Dispute Amnesty’s Kidnap Figures
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigeria Police Force has rejected a report by Amnesty International claiming that over 1,100 people were kidnapped across Nigeria in just 90 days. The police, through spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi, questioned the credibility of the data, stating that the organisation failed to consult official security records before publication. The […]
Ibadan Indigenes Rebuke Fayose Over Ladoja Claim
By Our Correspondent National News – The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has cautioned former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, over his allegation that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is plotting to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja. The warning was issued on Sunday in Ibadan, where the council described Fayose’s remarks as […]
Dabiri-Erewa Warns Obi Over Supporters
By Our Correspondent National News – The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has warned that supporters of former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi could jeopardise his future political ambitions. She made the remarks on Sunday via social media platform X, criticising the conduct of Obi’s followers, popularly known as “Obidients,” […]
Police Arrest Suspect Over Kidnap, Rape Case
By Our Correspondent National News – The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 24-year-old man, identified as Otamiri Prince, over the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a female job seeker in Port Harcourt. The arrest, confirmed on April 12, 2026, followed a complaint lodged by the 24-year-old victim, who reported that she had […]
ADC Updates Committees Ahead of Convention
By Our Correspondent National News – The African Democratic Congress has released updated lists of its convention committees and subcommittees as part of preparations for its upcoming national convention scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The announcement was made on Sunday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who explained that the move aims […]
Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Hormuz
By Our Correspondent National News – Donald Trump has ordered a United States naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed nuclear negotiations with Iran. The directive, announced on Sunday, April 12, 2026, comes after high-level talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, collapsed over Tehran’s refusal to abandon its nuclear programme. The move signals a sharp […]