October 22, 2026

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos

NAFDAC dismantles illegal alcohol production syndicates in Lagos, seizes products worth ₦350 million NAFDAC dismantles illegal alcohol production syndicates in Lagos, seizes products worth ₦350 million

NAFDAC dismantles illegal alcohol production syndicates in Lagos, seizes products worth ₦350 million

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos April 23, 2026
National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered and dismantled two illegal production outlets involved in the counterfeiting and adulteration of alcoholic beverages in Lagos State. Acting on credible intelligence, enforcement operatives raided facilities at Zamfara Plaza, Trade Fair Complex, and Lagos Island, recovering over...
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Peter Obi: Nigeria must prioritise education or risk falling further behind Peter Obi: Nigeria must prioritise education or risk falling further behind

Peter Obi: Nigeria must prioritise education or risk falling further behind

By OFFOR CALLISTUS, Abuja April 23, 2026
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian leaders to prioritise education as a critical driver of national growth, warning that continued neglect could push the country further behind its global peers. Obi made the remarks on Tuesday while delivering a lecture at Coal City University in Enugu,...
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Nigeria faces looming food crisis as expert warns rising drought could devastate agriculture Nigeria faces looming food crisis as expert warns rising drought could devastate agriculture

Nigeria faces looming food crisis as expert warns rising drought could devastate agriculture

By CHRISTY NKWOCHA, Jos April 23, 2026
A Professor of Geography and Environmental Management, Nankap Binbol, has raised concerns that intensifying drought conditions across Nigeria could seriously undermine food security, livelihoods, and overall economic stability. Speaking at the 122nd inaugural lecture at the University of Jos, titled “ _Understanding Droughts: A Panacea for National Food Security,”_...
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Haaland fires Manchester City level with Arsenal as Burnley relegation is sealed Haaland fires Manchester City level with Arsenal as Burnley relegation is sealed

Haaland fires Manchester City level with Arsenal as Burnley relegation is sealed

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja April 23, 2026
Manchester City are now level on points with Arsenal at the top of the Premier League after a hard fought 1-0 win over Burnley, a result that also confirmed Burnley’s relegation. The game was decided almost straight from kickoff. Erling Haaland struck inside five minutes, finishing off an early...
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Early marriage crisis in Northern Nigeria: How child brides are losing education, health, and economic futures Early marriage crisis in Northern Nigeria: How child brides are losing education, health, and economic futures

Early marriage crisis in Northern Nigeria: How child brides are losing education, health, and economic futures

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri April 23, 2026
Early marriage remains a persistent global concern, with devastating consequences for adolescent girls—especially in northern Nigeria where the practice continues to affect education, health, and long-term economic stability. Defined as marriage before the age of 18, early marriage exposes young girls to a cycle of vulnerability that often extends...
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Chelsea sack Rosenior after 4 months as McFarlane takes interim charge amid goal drought Chelsea sack Rosenior after 4 months as McFarlane takes interim charge amid goal drought

Chelsea sack Rosenior after 4 months as McFarlane takes interim charge amid goal drought

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja April 23, 2026
Chelsea have sacked head coach Liam Rosenior after just four months in charge. His exit follows five straight defeats without a goal, a run that left the team short of confidence and piled pressure on the club’s leadership. Rosenior, brought in to steady things and give the attack more...
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Supreme Court reserves judgment in ADC leadership dispute appeal ADC National Chairman, David Mark and National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola

Supreme Court reserves judgment in ADC leadership dispute appeal

By OFFOR CALLISTUS, Abuja April 22, 2026
Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved judgment in the ongoing appeal concerning the leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). A five member panel led by Justice Mohammed Garba announced that a date for judgment will be communicated to counsel representing all parties. This development follows the adoption...
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IGP Disu closes PMF Squadron Commanders’ training in Ende-Hills, reaffirms commitment to capacity building, officers welfare IGP Disu closes PMF Squadron Commanders' training in Ende-Hills

IGP Disu closes PMF Squadron Commanders’ training in Ende-Hills, reaffirms commitment to capacity building, officers welfare

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja April 22, 2026
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatuji Disu, on Wednesday attended the closing ceremony of the Squadron Commanders’ Training Programme at the Police Mobile Force (PMF) Training College, Ende-Hills, Nasarawa State, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership capacity and operational effectiveness within the Nigeria Police Force. During the visit,...
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Dasuki’s trial: Defendants made their statements without duress, under caution – Witness Court gavel fraud EFCC money laundering terrorism murder

Dasuki’s trial: Defendants made their statements without duress, under caution – Witness

By JOY ADARA, Abuja April 22, 2026
The Third Prosecution Witness, PW3, Salihu Kadiri in the trial of the former National Security Adviser (NSA), Colonel Sambo Dasuki (retd) alongside Aminu Baba Kusa, Acacia Holdings Limited and Reliance Referral Hospital Limited on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 asserted in a trial-within-trial before Justice Charles Agbaza of the Federal...
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Tinubu: We shall deepen ties with the UK as British Airways celebrates 90 years of air service to Nigeria Tinubu: We shall deepen ties with the UK as British Airways celebrates 90 years of air service to Nigeria

Tinubu: We shall deepen ties with the UK as British Airways celebrates 90 years of air service to Nigeria

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja April 22, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening economic relations with the United Kingdom, particularly in the aviation sector and other mutually beneficial areas. President Tinubu gave the assurance when he met with a delegation from British Airways led by the British High Commissioner to Nigeria,...
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IGP Disu pledges support for NAPTIP in combating human trafficking, organized crime IGP Disu pledges support for NAPTIP in combating human trafficking, organized crime

IGP Disu pledges support for NAPTIP in combating human trafficking, organized crime

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja April 22, 2026
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatuji Disu, on Wednesday received the Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Binta Bello, on a courtesy visit at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. The meeting was graced by a distinguished delegation from NAPTIP, comprising Hassan Tahir (Special Adviser...
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IGP Disu receives protective gear donated by US group IGP Disu receives protective gear donated by US group

IGP Disu receives protective gear donated by US group

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja April 22, 2026
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has received a consignment of protective gear donated by Signal 63 Ministries, USA, through the Fundamental Baptist Ministry International on Tuesday 22nd, April 2026, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. In his remarks, the IGP commended Mr. Bill Graham of Signal 63 Ministries...
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First Lady engages former Archbishop of Canterbury on interfaith dialogue First Lady engages former Archbishop of Canterbury on interfaith dialogue

First Lady engages former Archbishop of Canterbury on interfaith dialogue

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja April 22, 2026
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu says the world must get the right perspective of the various challenges in the nation to be able to proffer appropriate solutions. She stated this during a meeting with the former Archbishop of Canterbury, Rt Revd Justin Welby in her office. She...
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Ex-Finance Minister Edun and Housing Minister Dangiwa, resigned; they were not sacked, says Presidency Ex-Finance Minister Edun and Housing Minister Dangiwa, resigned; they were not sacked, says Presidency

Ex-Finance Minister Edun and Housing Minister Dangiwa, resigned; they were not sacked, says Presidency

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja April 22, 2026
The Presidency has clarified that the former Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, duly tendered his resignation from office, citing health reasons,  before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced his replacement on Tuesday. The presidency also clarified that the former Minister of Housing and Urban...
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ISSA 2026: Nigeria can no longer delay stronger social protection system, says NSITF MD Workplace safety: NSITF advocates for safety culture

ISSA 2026: Nigeria can no longer delay stronger social protection system, says NSITF MD

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja April 22, 2026
Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Oluwaseun Faleye, has said Nigeria can no longer postpone strengthening its social protection system as pressure from population growth and labour market changes continues to rise. Faleye made the remarks at the ISSA West Africa Technical Seminar 2026, where...
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ADC, others await key ruling as deregistration case returns to Court April 27 Court gavel

ADC, others await key ruling as deregistration case returns to Court April 27

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja April 22, 2026
The legal battle over the possible deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, and three other political parties is set to resume on Monday, April 27, 2026, in what observers see as a critical phase of the proceedings. The case, which has drawn significant political interest, was...
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How the Mideast crisis is deepening hunger far beyond the front lines Middle east 1

How the Mideast crisis is deepening hunger far beyond the front lines

By ELIZABETH BRYANT, SARA CUEVAS GALLARDO and CHI LAEL April 22, 2026
As the conflict’s spillover leads to spiking prices in parts of Asia and Africa, WFP says keeping humanitarian supply chains open is essential to prevent millions more from tipping into food insecurity. At a bustling food market in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, Mummy Christiana breaks down in tears as she...
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PDP Leadership crisis: Supreme Court reserves judgment on appeals over Ibadan Convention, party suspensions Court PDP

PDP Leadership crisis: Supreme Court reserves judgment on appeals over Ibadan Convention, party suspensions

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja April 22, 2026
Supreme Court on Wednesday heard appeals and cross-appeals stemming from the ongoing leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and reserved judgment to a later date. The appeals arose from earlier rulings of the Court of Appeal, which upheld judgments delivered by Justices Omotosho and Lifu of the...
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