Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Sunday 12th April 2026
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target=_blank>Airstrike: We shut Jilli Market 5 years ago – Zulum
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has said the state government closed down Jilli market five years ago, for serving as a notorious hub allegedly used by insurgents and their logistics suppliers. He said this while reacting to the bombing which claimed over 50 lives at the market, on Saturday. In a statement issued
target=_blank>‘I’m the boss, you work for me’, Joshua accepts Fury challenge
Heavyweight boxing could finally be set for one of its most anticipated clashes after Tyson Fury publicly called out long-time rival Anthony Joshua following his latest victory. Fury, 37, issued the challenge on Saturday night after securing a unanimous decision win over Russia’s Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. With Joshua watching from
target=_blank>Gunmen Attack Herders, Kill Cattle in Plateau Community
The Plateau State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) said gunmen attacked herders on Saturday afternoon, killing five cattle and leaving three missing in Izovo community, Miango district of Bassa Local Government Area. State MACBAN chairman, Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, confirmed the incident to journalists in Jos on Sunday, noting that
target=_blank>Manchester City claim dominant win over Chelsea, reduce Arsenal lead
Manchester City have reignited the English Premier League title race with a 3-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Pep Guardiola’s side were handed a genuine route back into the title race with Arsenal’s home defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday, and the Cityzens made most of the Gunners’ slip up with a crucial
target=_blank>Ex-PDP Presidential aspirant, Hayatu-Deen, Joins ADC
Former Presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing “worsening insecurity, rising cost of living, a shrinking democratic space,” as his reason. In a statement on Sunday by his Media Office, Hayatu-Deen, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential aspirant in the 2023 general election, said his decision was driven by growing national
target=_blank>Zamfara First Lady Hosts Northern Governors’ Spouses
The Zamfara State First Lady, Hurriya Dauda Lawal, on Thursday hosted members of the Northern Governors’ Spouses’ Forum in Gusau, where they resolved to sustain borehole drilling projects to address water challenges in rural communities. The resolution was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the forum’s quarterly meeting held at the Zamfara
target=_blank>Zamfara now accessible, UN ready to partner state – Amina Mohammed
The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, has said Zamfara State is now accessible and ready for global partnerships. She stated this during an official visit to the state, where she inspected projects in Maru Local Government Area and attended multi-sectoral briefings. “Zamfara State is accessible today. And it would be even more
target=_blank>BON honours Gov. Lawal as Infrastructure Governor of the Year
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has been named Infrastructure Governor of the Year by the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON). The award was presented at the second edition of the Nigeria Broadcasting Awards held at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the award recognised
target=_blank>NUC Approves College of Medical Sciences for ADSU Mubi
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of a College of Medical Sciences at Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi, in a move expected to boost healthcare education and service delivery in Adamawa State. Leader of the NUC assessment panel, Professor Auwal Abubakar, disclosed the approval while presenting the team’s findings to the state
target=_blank>Zamfara to review health workers’ salaries to boost service delivery
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has initiated plans to review the salary structure of health workers as part of efforts to revitalise medical services in the state. The move, according to officials, is aimed at improving working conditions, boosting morale and enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery. To drive the process, the governor constituted
target=_blank>Bundesliga: ‘His belly is unbelievable’ – Da Silva laments Boniface’s fitness
Werder Bremen icon, Aílton Gonçalves da Silva has provided a pointed critique of Victor Boniface. The former Bundesliga leading scorer did not shy away from expressing his views on Boniface’s current state, emphasizing that the forward must urgently enhance his fitness. “His belly is unbelievable. He absolutely needs to shed some weight. I do not
Bundesliga: ‘His belly is unbelievable’ – Da Silva laments Boniface’s fitness
target=_blank>Nollywood actor, Patrick Doyle loses newborn baby daughter
Veteran Nollywood actor, Patrick Doyle has announced the heartbreaking loss of his newborn daughter, Omayinuwa Harriet. In a post shared on his Facebook page on Sunday, Doyle revealed that the baby passed away on Saturday at about 4:15 p.m just a day after her birth. “Omayinuwa visited us briefly at about 10:40 am on Friday
Nollywood actor, Patrick Doyle loses newborn baby daughter
target=_blank>LaLiga: What Sevilla coach Luis García said about Lookman after win over Atletico Madrid
Sevilla coach, Luis García Plaza, has insisted that he was scared when Ademola Lookman got the ball during both sides’ LaLiga clash on Saturday. The victory, secured through strikes from Akor Adams and Nemanja Gudelj, handed Sevilla a vital boost in their fight to avoid relegation this season. Reflecting on the encounter, García said via
LaLiga: What Sevilla coach Luis García said about Lookman after win over Atletico Madrid
target=_blank>Anambra youths attack two churches in Igbariam farm settlement, claim ownership
There is mounting tension at Igbariam Farm Settlement in Anambra East local government area of the state following attacks on the Anglican and Catholic churches in the area by youths of the community. Venerable Obiora Igbokwe of the Christ Anglican Church, Igbariam, who narrated the incident, said he was lucky to have escaped being lynched
Anambra youths attack two churches in Igbariam farm settlement, claim ownership
target=_blank>UNIZIK appoints Stanley Uzochukwu as Chairman of Advancement Management Board
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State (UNIZIK) has announced the appointment of Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu, a Harvard executive-trained leader, visionary entrepreneur, and Chairman/CEO of Stanel Group and The Delborough Lagos, as Chairman of the University’s Advancement Management Board. Dr. Uzochukwu, widely known as STANEL, brings a distinguished track record in business innovation, leadership, and institutional
UNIZIK appoints Stanley Uzochukwu as Chairman of Advancement Management Board
target=_blank>EPL: Arsenal can win the title at Man City next weekend – Gary Neville
Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, has claimed Arsenal could win the Premier League title next weekend against Manchester City. Neville was speaking on Sky Sports after City thrashed Chelsea 3-0 at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guehi and Jeremy Doku scored as Pep Guardiola’s men ran riot. The result sees City close the
EPL: Arsenal can win the title at Man City next weekend – Gary Neville
target=_blank>Nigerian Air Force orders probe of Jilli air strike civilian casualties
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Sunday said it has taken note of reports alleging that an air strike conducted on Saturday, April 11, 2026, may have affected a local market in Jilli, resulting in civilian casualties. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force, in a statement, said
Nigerian Air Force orders probe of Jilli air strike civilian casualties
target=_blank>Police nab suspect linked to job interview scam in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended a suspect in connection with an alleged robbery scheme in which job seekers were deceived into attending a fraudulent interview in the Magodo area of the state and subsequently robbed of their belongings. The incident came to public attention following a viral video shared on social media last
Police nab suspect linked to job interview scam in Lagos
target=_blank>EPL table: Man City thump Chelsea 3-0, now six points behind Arsenal
Manchester City closed the gap between themselves and Premier League leaders, Arsenal with a 3-0 demolition of Chelsea on Sunday. Pep Guardiola’s men travelled to Stamford Bridge, knowing their title charge was back on track after the Gunners lost 2-1 to Bournemouth on Saturday. The result left Mikel Arteta’s men nine points ahead, but City
EPL table: Man City thump Chelsea 3-0, now six points behind Arsenal
target=_blank>Security operatives destroy criminal hideouts, arrest suspect in Kogi
Security operatives have destroyed suspected criminal hideouts and arrested one person during a joint operation in Kogi State. Details of the operation were contained in a post shared on X on Sunday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, troops of the Nigerian Army’s 12 Brigade carried out the operation alongside personnel of
Security operatives destroy criminal hideouts, arrest suspect in Kogi
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