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Here are the top ten stories from across the country
1. Setback for the David Mark ADC faction, because the Court prohibited INEC from recognizing the congress
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to recognize or attend any congress organized by the interim leadership of the African Democratic Congress, African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state.Read more
2. Tinubu appointed Bianca as foreign minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Minister of Foreign Affairs.Read more
3. Tinubu supports Hamzat as APC candidate in Lagos
President Bola Tinubu has endorsed the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, as the consensus gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).for the 2027 elections in the state.Read more
4. Obi’s running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, quit the Labor Party, declaring his move to the PRP
The Labor Party’s 2023 vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has announced his resignation from the party, confirming his plans to join the People’s Redemption Party (PRP).Read more
5. Presidency defends Tinubu’s record in North West, highlights key projects ahead of tour
The Nigerian Presidency has rejected claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sidelined the North West region, and insisted that his government has made major investments in infrastructure, health services and transport in the region.Read more
6. The Naira earned N1.24 against the dollar at the official window
Nigeria’s currency, the naira, recovered slightly against the United States dollar at the official window on Wednesday.Read more
7. Cubana Chiefpriest signals interest in House of Reps under APC after ‘City Boys’ alignment
Nigerian nightlife entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu—known as Cubana Chiefpriest—has announced his entry into partisan politics, declaring his ambition to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives.Read more
8. Delta shooting: Police disperse ASP, 5 others
The Inspector General of Police, Mr Olatunji Disu, has approved the dismissal and prosecution of officers, in connection with the fatal shooting of Mene Ogidi in Effurun area of Delta State.Read more
9. “Girls Called Me “Ugly”—Don Jazzy reflects on self-confidence struggles
Nigerian music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, has spoken candidly about his long-standing struggle with self-confidence, which started during his college days.Read more
10. Champions League: Arsenal and Atletico drew in the first leg
Super Eagles striker Ademola Lookman was in action for Atletico Madrid as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.Read more
