Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Friday 10th April 2026
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target=_blank>INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed the proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general election. Mr Mohammed Haruna, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. Haruna, who did not state reasons for the postponement, said the decision was taken at
target=_blank>Immigration probes comptrollers over Seme border extortion allegations
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) is probing reports of extortion by personnel along the Lagos-Seme border. Consequently, Comptroller General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap, has temporarily relieved the Comptrollers overseeing the affected Commands of their duties. In a statement on Friday, signed by the Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, the Comptroller General unequivocally condemned
target=_blank>W’Bank report: Atiku Slams Tinubu over ‘60% Nigerians living below poverty line’
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed grave concern over the World Bank’s confirmation that notwithstanding what millions of Nigerians are already experiencing daily—”poverty is rising at an alarming rate under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.” According to him, “over 60% of Nigerians now living below the poverty line, up from about 40%
target=_blank>Bandits gun down 5 forest guards, burn patrol vehicles in Kwara
At least five members of the National Forest Guard were killed on Friday when bandits launched a deadly attack on Nuku community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. Nuku is a neighbouring community to Woro where about 150 people, mostly residents, were killed recently. In the latest attack which occurred at about 3:00
target=_blank>Busari names 36-player Flamingos squad for U-17 World Cup qualifiers
Newly appointed head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, Akeem Ishola Busari, has invited 36 players for the second round of the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. In a statement released on Friday, the Nigeria Football Federation said the selected players will prosecute a two-legged tie against the winner
target=_blank>South American Federations Back Infantino for Fourth-Term FIFA Bid
South American football’s governing body, CONMEBOL, has publicly endorsed Gianni Infantino for a potential fourth term as president of FIFA. The CONMEBOL Council, speaking through its president, Alejandro Domínguez, announced unanimous support for Infantino on Thursday, making it the first confederation to formally back the Italian administrator, despite him not yet declaring his intention to
target=_blank>Plateau killings: Muslim, Christian communities preach peace
In a bid to ease tension in Jos, the Plateau State capital, Muslim and Christian communities of Gangare and Shaka have met to strengthen peace and stability between them. The meeting between the two communities was held on Thursday, when Muslims from Gangare visited Shaka community, a Christian dominated area, to thank its leaders for
target=_blank>21,452 Applicants Jostle for 1,000 Rural Teaching Jobs in Nasarawa
No fewer than 21,452 certified teachers have applied for 1,000 rural teaching positions in Nasarawa State. The recruitment exercise was advertised by the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB). The Executive Chairman of the board, Dr Kasim Mohammed Kasim, said the agency had received several complaints over the short application window, prompting an extension
target=_blank>Tunji-Ojo, gov Lawal, others attend face of Africa Awards Anniversary in London
Dignitaries from Nigeria and the diaspora gathered at King’s College London, United Kingdom, on April 2, 2026, for the 10th Anniversary of the Face of Africa Leadership Awards organised by Triangle International Magazine. Among those in attendance were Kola Adesina of Sahara Group; the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal; Publisher of Triangle International
target=_blank>Police arrest 3 suspected robbers in Lagos
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested three suspected robbers in the Idimu area of Lagos, recovering a Bajaj motorcycle and other incriminating exhibits during the operation. The suspects were apprehended following a coordinated operation by police officers acting on credible intelligence about the activities of a robbery syndicate operating within the Idimu
target=_blank>‘One Dangote not enough’ – Sujimoto’s open letter to President Tinubu
In 1961, the government of South Korea, led by the disciplined and strategic leadership of Park Chung-hee, took control of its economic destiny and made a deliberate decision to create new billionaires. A small group of competent, ambitious local businessmen, the vanguard of visionaries, were handpicked, shielded from foreign competition, and given cheap credit within
‘One Dangote not enough’ – Sujimoto’s open letter to President Tinubu
target=_blank>2027: Obafemi Hamzat tagged next Lagos Governor
Lawmaker representing the Ikeja Federal Constituency, Lagos State in the 10th House of Representatives, James Faleke has tagged Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as next governor of Lagos State. Hamzat, who is currently the deputy governor of the state, is aspiring for the All Progressives Congress, APC ticket to contest the election. In a post on
2027: Obafemi Hamzat tagged next Lagos Governor
target=_blank>War: ‘Don’t play us’ – VP Vance warns Iran as he departs to Pakistan
Vice president of the United States of America, JD Vance has issued a warning to Iran, advising them not to ‘play’ the US as he embarks on a journey abroad for negotiations aimed at resolving their conflict. Vance, who has consistently expressed skepticism regarding foreign military interventions and has been vocal about the potential of
War: ‘Don’t play us’ – VP Vance warns Iran as he departs to Pakistan
target=_blank>Abia homeland security suspends female staff over alleged involvement in vandalism
The management of Abia State Homeland Security has suspended one of its personnel, DDL Tochi Oluobube over her alleged involvement in vandalism of government property in Osisioma LGA. The Abia State homeland security agency which said this on Friday, explained that the action was in reaction to public concern regarding her alleged involvement in the
Abia homeland security suspends female staff over alleged involvement in vandalism
target=_blank>BREAKING: INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced the postponement of the proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise. This follows a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioners, RECs, on Friday, April 10. Following deliberations, the Commission resolved to postpone the exercise until after the 2027 General Election. A statement signed by INEC’s National Commissioner, Chairman, Informationa
BREAKING: INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise
target=_blank>Terrorism: VDM laments death of three Brigadier-Generals, urges Tinubu to resign
Popular Nigerian social media critic, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as Verydarkman, VDM has lamented the unfortunate death of three Brigadier-Generals of the Nigerian Army killed by terrorists from 2021 till date. DAILY POST recalls that Brigadier-General Dzarma Zirkushu was killed in November 2021 during an ambush by, Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP in
Terrorism: VDM laments death of three Brigadier-Generals, urges Tinubu to resign
target=_blank>Taraba ‘ghost workers’ go spiritual over 10 months unpaid salaries
A group of workers in Taraba State, controversially labeled as “ghost workers,” have resorted to spiritual means in their struggle to secure payment of 10 months’ unpaid salaries. The workers, made up of both Christians and Muslims, gathered on Friday at the Al-Huda Mosque in Jalingo, where they held special prayers seeking divine intervention over
Taraba ‘ghost workers’ go spiritual over 10 months unpaid salaries
target=_blank>Brigade commander tasks senior officers on professional growth
The Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA)/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, has charged the newly decorated senior officers of the brigade to improve their skill sets, noting that such development is essential in preparing them for higher responsibilities. Giving the charge on Friday in Jalingo, Taraba state capital, while
Brigade commander tasks senior officers on professional growth
target=_blank>Chelsea manager, Liam Rosenior names best defensive midfielder
Chelsea manager, Liam Rosenior, has singled out Moises Caicedo as the best defensive midfielder in the world. Speaking ahead of Sunday’s Premier League showdown against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge, Rosenior didn’t hold back in his praise for the Ecuadorian midfielder. He hailed Caicedo for his sharp footballing brain, physical dominance, and technical excellence. “For
Chelsea manager, Liam Rosenior names best defensive midfielder
target=_blank>Kwara police intensify crackdown on banditry, hold high-level security meeting in Ilorin
The Kwara State Police Command has stepped up operations across the state to tackle banditry and other violent crimes, while also convening a high level security meeting with other agencies to strengthen coordination. The development was disclosed in a statement shared on April 9 2026, on the official page of the Command. According to the
Kwara police intensify crackdown on banditry, hold high-level security meeting in Ilorin
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