Top 10 stories from all Nigerian Newspapers, Monday 4 May

Here are the top ten stories from across the country

1. Obi, Kwankwaso joins NDC after leaving ADC

Amid prolonged uncertainty surrounding the internal crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), two prominent political figures – Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso – have officially joined the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).Read more

2. ADC releases primary election dates, sets presidential form at N100 million

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially released the party’s preliminary election schedule for various levels of elective office ahead of the 2027 general elections.Read more

3. The North West government rejects peace talks with bandits, declares war on bandits

Governors of North Western states have expressed their stance on bandits stating that they will no longer engage in any form of peace negotiations with bandits.Read more

4. Former IGP, Alkali, entered the race for Yobe Govt House

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Usman Alkali, has joined the Yobe Government House candidacy to become governor of the state.Read more

5. APC taunts Obi after ADC exits, accuses him of chasing ‘easy tickets’

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has slammed former Labor Party presidential candidate Peter Obi following his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing him of continuously switching parties in pursuit of political gains. Read more

READ ALSO: Coalition raises red flag over dual role of parties, urges INEC to investigate APM and NDC lists

6. Atiku leaves for the US, raising concerns over the security and governance crisis in Nigeria

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has confirmed plans to travel to the United States, where he intends to engage policymakers and institutional stakeholders on the deteriorating security situation, economic pressures, and governance challenges in Nigeria.Read more

7. More than 130 Nigerians flee South Africa as xenophobic tensions rise

No less than 130 Nigerians have registered for voluntary evacuation from South Africa as the Nigerian government intensifies efforts to protect its citizens amid renewed anti-foreigner riots.Read more

8. The coalition raises red flags over the dual role of parties, urging INEC to investigate the APM and NDC lists

Civil society group, Nigerian Democratic Rights Advocacy (NDRA), is calling for an investigation into what they describe as potential violations of Nigerian election laws involving overlapping party roles.Read more

9. Benue APC rift continues as Alia and Akume differ on ‘automatic ticket’ outcome

Fresh divisions emerged in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, as Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, expressed conflicting views on the resolution reached at the reconciliation meeting held on Sunday.Read more

10. Man Utd beat Liverpool to qualify for next season’s Champions League

Manchester United have secured their place in next season’s Champions League after beating Liverpool 3-2 in a Premier League match at Old Trafford on Sunday.Read more