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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has set the inaugural flight of Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj exercise of the year on Sunday, May 3, 2026, with the first departure scheduled to take off from Gateway International Airport, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The inaugural flight, which will be operated by Saudi airline FlyNas, marks a historic milestone …

By Ayo Kehinde “Xenophobic attacks have no place in democracy,” United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday, urging South Africa to immediately end the increase in violence, intimidation and hate-driven attacks against foreign citizens and migrants in some parts of the country. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, the UN chief expressed deep concern over recent …

The Federal High Court in Abuja has set May 8 to hear a case seeking to bar former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential elections. The case, which was mentioned, was adjourned by Judge Peter Lifu for hearing on the merits. Judge Lifu ordered that hearing notices be issued and served on all defendants, who are yet to …

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the broader OPEC+ alliance, effective May 1. The decision reflects the UAE’s long-term strategic and economic vision in developing its energy profile, including accelerating investment in domestic energy production, local Dubai media reported. The report states that this is a follow-up to a …

No fewer than 29 people have been confirmed killed following a brutal attack by suspected gunmen on Guyaku and Telabala communities in Gombi Local Government Area of ​​Adamawa State, plunging rural settlements into mourning and renewing fear over worsening insecurity in the region. The attack, which occurred on Sunday around 5pm, reportedly occurred while residents were watching a football match …

By Barth Ikiebe The new Minister of Finance and Economic Coordination, Taiwo Oyedele, formally assumed office following the handover from his predecessor, Wale Edun. “I sincerely appreciate him for his service to our country and the foundation he has laid,” he said. “Nigeria is at a critical juncture. Having taken important steps to stabilize the economy, our immediate task is …

We noted with concern a false report by Sahara Reporters that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was “ordered to resign for health reasons” while the Deputy Governor would take over. This report is false in its entirety. No one has called for the resignation of the governor of Lagos: this is another fake news, which has become a pattern for the Sahara …

Post views: 13 Barau Football Club, for the first time in its history, won the 2026 Kano State Federation Cup after an outstanding 3-2 victory over NNL side Bichi First FC. The match was played on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the iconic Sani Abacha Stadium, in the presence of supporters across the state, including the Kano State FA …

The Osun State Government has formally deposed the Apetumodu of Ipetumodu, Oba Gbenga Joseph Oloyede, and declared the office vacant following his conviction in the United States for COVID-19 fraud. The decision, announced on Monday, was contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Information, Kolapo Alimi, who said the action followed due consultation, legal review and …

By Victor Osula, Abuja Proceedings in the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, came under scrutiny again on Monday, as uncertainty over the availability of key prosecution witnesses triggered a bitter legal battle at the Abuja High Court. The tension arose after the prosecution lawyer, Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), informed the court that he was not …