Month: April 2026

Residents of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, have been thrown into shock following the arrest of a 23-year-old man accused of the gruesome murder of a six-year-old girl in a case that has sparked widespread outrage. The suspect, identified as Sodiq Kayode Akorede, was apprehended by operatives of the Oyo State Police Command after he…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has launched an investigation into alleged civilian casualties following an air strike in Jilli, Borno State. In a statement on Sunday, the NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said the incident was reported to have occurred on Saturday. Mr Ejodame said reports suggested the strike might have hit…

A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) airstrike intended to eliminate insurgent elements has reportedly killed and injured civilians after hitting a crowded border market in North-East Nigeria, reigniting concerns over the human cost of counterinsurgency operations. What Happened The incident occurred in Jilli, a community near Geidam in Yobe State, along the volatile Nigeria–Niger border corridor.…

A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) airstrike intended to eliminate insurgent elements has reportedly killed and injured civilians after hitting a crowded border market in North-East Nigeria, reigniting concerns over the human cost of counterinsurgency operations. What Happened The incident occurred in Jilli, a community near Geidam in Yobe State, along the volatile Nigeria–Niger border corridor.…

The much-anticipated negotiations in Islamabad have ended without agreement, dealing a significant blow to ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions and fostering cooperation in the region. Breakdown of Negotiations Sources close to the talks indicate that discussions stalled over irreconcilable differences on key issues, including security arrangements, political concessions, and implementation timelines. Despite initial…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released its schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections and pegged its presidential ticket at N100 million. The ruling party also pegged its governorship tickets across the 36 states at N50 million, Senate at N20 million, House of Representatives at N10 million, and Houses of Assembly tickets at…

In a sweeping quality-control move, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has blacklisted 23 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres nationwide, citing critical technical failures uncovered during the 2026 Mock UTME. The action, coming weeks before the main examination, signals a zero-tolerance stance on substandard testing facilities. Mock Exam Exposes Systemic Failures JAMB said the affected…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed the nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general election. The decision was announced in a statement on Friday by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, Chairman of the commission’s Information and Voter Education Committee. Mr Haruna said the commission resolved to shift the exercise to a date after…

The family of a late student of Covenant University has publicly challenged the institution’s account of the circumstances surrounding their son’s sudden death, raising serious concerns over alleged inconsistencies and calling for a thorough, independent investigation. A Tragic Loss, A Disputed Narrative The deceased, Toluwalase Jesutunmise Emmanuel, a 500-level student, reportedly collapsed during a football…

The United States Embassy in Nigeria temporarily cancelled visa appointments in Abuja following heightened security concerns linked to anticipated protests, raising anxiety among applicants and signalling broader diplomatic caution amid global tensions. Sudden Cancellation Over Protest Threat The U.S. Embassy in Abuja announced the cancellation of all visa appointments scheduled for March 4, 2026, citing…