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Judge Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has sentenced Ali Kolo, a victim of the Boko Haram insurgency, to nine years in prison for failing to report terrorist activities after spending more than 10 years in detention. The defendant told the court that he was a victim of the Boko Haram insurgency when he was shot in the …

The leadership of the David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) has approached the Federal High Court, Abuja, to overturn the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Mark names and former governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, as ADC (National Chairman and National Secretary, respectively from their official portals on April 1. Mark urged Justice Emeka Nwite to grant …

Delta Queens prodigy, Oparanmegwa Pattra, has pledged renewed commitment to the club despite the team’s close 5-3 away defeat to Dannaz Ladies in the ongoing Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL). Pattra, who made his debut for Delta Queens at the start of the season, has quickly become a key figure on the team. In seven appearances, the right-back has already …

The National Council on Skills (NCS) has commended Governor Uba Sani for the successful inauguration and establishment of the Kaduna State Skills Council in its last session. In a letter conveying the praise, Vice President Kashim Shettima noted that “the council particularly noted your leadership in presiding over the Council of State, a move that aligns perfectly with the Renewed …

Another faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership loyal to Nafiu Bala on Thursday staged a protest at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This followed a protest held at the same venue a day earlier by loyalists of former Senate President David Mark, a network of national factions of the ADC. READ ALSO: South West …

President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communications, Daniel Bwala, says members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are not ready for the upcoming elections. Bwala made the remarks while criticizing opposition figures within the party, alleging internal divisions and a lack of preparedness for the election process. Responding to Tinubu’s claims of planning to turn Nigeria into a one-party …

The Kogi State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the gruesome killing of a young graduate in the state. This was announced by the command spokesperson, ASP Afusat Saliu, in a statement released on Wednesday 8 April 2026. Saliu said the suspects were arrested through a well-coordinated operation at Otokiti estate in Lokoja, the Kogi state capital, …

The World Bank has lowered its projection for Nigeria’s economic growth to an average of 4.1 percent in 2026. The projection for 2027 was also lowered to 4.2 percent. This figure is down compared to the projected growth of the Bretton Wood institutions in October 2025 of 4.4 percent. In its April 2026 Africa Economic Update titled ‘Making Industrial Policy …

The Federal Government has issued a new warning regarding potential flooding in parts of the country, warning residents in 10 states to prepare for heavy rain between April 8 and April 12, 2026. The warning, issued by the National Flood Early Warning Center under the Federal Ministry of Environment, highlights several communities that may be affected during the forecast period. …

A US-based former footballer, Mark Idum, has declared his intention to contest the House of Representatives seat for Cross’ Ogoja/Yala federal constituency […]