Osun CSO Demands Urgent Economic Relief
National News – A civil society organisation, The Osun Masterminds, has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to urgently address worsening economic hardship affecting citizens. The appeal was made on Tuesday in Osogbo during the group’s monthly media briefing, where concerns over declining living standards dominated discussions. Speaking on behalf of the organisation, Executive […]
Yayi Enters Ogun Governorship Race
National News – The race for the Ogun State governorship in 2027 has intensified as Senator Solomon Adeola, widely known as Yayi, formally joined the contest by securing the nomination forms of the All Progressives Congress. The forms, reportedly worth N50 million, were obtained on his behalf in Abuja on Tuesday, marking his official entry […]
FCT Rolls Out Free HIV Prevention Injection
National News – The Federal Capital Territory Administration has begun distributing a new long-acting HIV prevention injection, offering it free to eligible residents in Abuja as part of a pilot programme launched on Tuesday at Asokoro District Hospital. The initiative, unveiled by Health Services Mandate Secretary Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, introduces Lenacapavir-based PrEP—administered twice yearly—as a […]
Ekiti Kidnappers Get 97-Year Jail Terms
National News – An Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti has sentenced three convicted kidnappers to a combined 97 years in prison, delivering one of the stiffest penalties in recent times as authorities intensify efforts to curb rising insecurity. The judgment, delivered on Monday by Justice Adeniyi Familoni, followed a trial that began […]
Faleke Collects APC Nomination Forms for Tinubu
National News – In Abuja on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, lawmaker James Faleke collected the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms on behalf of President Bola Tinubu. The move marks an early step toward the 2027 presidential election.The process took place at the APC national secretariat. Party officials led by National […]
Man on Trial Over Taylor Swift Bomb Plot
National News – An Austrian court in Vienna has begun the trial of a 21-year-old man accused of plotting a terrorist attack targeting Taylor Swift’s 2024 “Eras Tour” concert, a case that has drawn global attention due to its links to Islamic State ideology and the cancellation of multiple shows in Austria. The defendant, identified […]
Veteran Actor Solomon Akiyesi Dies
National News – Veteran Nollywood actor and producer Solomon Akiyesi has died in Abuja after reportedly passing away in his sleep on Sunday, April 26, 2026, a development confirmed on Monday by Actors Guild of Nigeria president Abubakar Yakubu, who said the veteran filmmaker was discovered unresponsive and later taken to a morgue in the […]
Davido Wins Best International Act Award
National News – Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has won the Best International Act at the 2026 Liberian Entertainment Awards held on April 25 at the Lisner Auditorium in Washington, DC, United States. The award, announced publicly on April 27 via social media by ChartsAfrica, saw him surpass global contenders including […]
Ruto Clarifies Nigeria English Remarks Row
National News – Kenyan President William Ruto on Tuesday in Nairobi sought to clarify his comments on English proficiency and Nigeria, stating that his remarks were misinterpreted after a private conversation was leaked during the Mining Investment Conference and Expo. The controversy emerged following a circulating video that triggered widespread reactions across Africa, particularly in […]
Ghana Rejects US Aid Over Data Demand
National News – Ghana has withdrawn from negotiations with the United States over a proposed $109 million, five-year aid package after disagreements surrounding access to citizens’ personal data stalled progress. The talks, which reportedly involved health-sector funding to combat diseases such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, broke down this week following mounting pressure from US […]