Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Thursday 19th March 2026
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target=_blank>Poor power supply: We’re addressing gas supply challenges – FG
Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, says the Federal Government has taken decisive steps to address persistent gas supply challenges affecting electricity generation. Adelabu said this on Thursday in his Eid-el-Fitr message made available by Mr Bolaji Tunji, his Special Adviser on Strategic Communication and Media Relations. He expressed optimism that these interventions were already
target=_blank>ADC: Nigeria’s 4th Place in Global Terror Ranking Confirms Tinubu’s Failure
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has responded to the latest Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2026 report, stating that Nigeria’s ranking as the 4th most terrorism-affected country in the world is clear evidence of the failure of the Bola Tinubu-led government to secure the nation. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji
target=_blank>FLASHBACK: How Moroccan team staged walkout at AFCON 1976 finals
The 1976 edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosted by Ethiopia was won by Morocco who secured their first ever AFCON title amid controversy. Morocco players had staged a walk out in the deciding last match of the final group round and tournament, before claiming the vital point that clinched the title. AFCON
target=_blank>NYSC Official arrested over female corper’s death
An official of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Ogun State, Abass Olalekan, is currently cooling off in the police custody following the death of a female member of the corps, on Tuesday. The corps member, Victoria Ariyo, serving under the Abeokuta South Local Government Area (LGA) of the NYSC, reportedly died from pregnancy
target=_blank>Eid-el-Fitr: Barau Laments Price Shocks from US/Israel-Iran War, prays for peace
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has rejoiced with Muslims in the country on the successful completion of the Ramadan Fast, urging all to sustain prayers for global peace. The Sultanate Council has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking the end of the Ramadan
target=_blank>Sultan charges troops to Take the battle to terrorists
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has urged the Nigerian military to adopt a more proactive and aggressive strategy in confronting terrorists. He said this after the deadly bomb explosions that led to multiple deaths and injuries in Maiduguri, Borno State capital. Speaking while officially declaring Friday as Eid al-Fitr, signalling the end
target=_blank>2027: It’ll Be Difficult for Tinubu to Be Defeated in Abuja – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that unseating President Bola Tinubu in Abuja in the 2027 general election will be a daunting task for any opposition candidate. He cited ongoing infrastructure transformation across the nation’s capital. Wike made the assertion while addressing journalists after an inspection tour of key projects in
target=_blank>Suspected militia kill 3 police officers, 5 civilians in Taraba
Suspected militia have killed three police officers and five civilians in Tor-Damisa community, Donga Local Government Area of Taraba State. Residents said the attackers, armed with sophisticated weapons, stormed the community at about 1 p.m. on Wednesday and began shooting indiscriminately. It was gathered that panic gripped the area as residents, including women and children,
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Defence Minister Musa holds talks with British Counterpart during UK State visit
Top officials of the Nigerian government are currently in the United Kingdom on the invitation of King Charles. The British Monarch had invited President Bola Tinubu on a State Visit, first of its kind by any Nigerian leader in 37 years. At least nine Nigerians are in the President’s delegation to the UK. On the
target=_blank>Jos Christians solidify bond with Muslims, Share food during Ramadan
In a bid to strengthen religious tolerance between Christians and Muslims, some Christian residents in Jos have been sharing food with their Muslim counterparts across Jos North and Jos South Local Government Areas during Ramadan. The philanthropists, who have sustained this gesture since the commencement of the Ramadan fast, say they prepare meals and distribute
target=_blank>Oyo 2027: Adelabu, Shittu, Olaniyan set to leave Tinubu government
Three indigenes of Oyo State who are currently working with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are expected to resign from their positions any moment from now, DAILY POST reports. The trio are expected to leave Tinubu’s government before March 31 this year. Our correspondent gathered that their resolve to resign is sequel to a directive by
Oyo 2027: Adelabu, Shittu, Olaniyan set to leave Tinubu government
target=_blank>Kebbi govt sets up panel to probe death of two children at Zuru hospital
The Kebbi State Government has constituted a special committee to investigate the death of two children at General Hospital, Zuru. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by Yahaya Sarki, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Kebbi State Governor. Governor Nasir Idris approved the committee to examine the circumstances surrounding
Kebbi govt sets up panel to probe death of two children at Zuru hospital
target=_blank>APC Sets March 25 for South-West Zonal Congress in Lagos
The All Progressives Congress has stepped up preparations for its South-West Zonal Congress, scheduled to hold on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos. In a joint statement, the South-West Zonal Chairman, Isaacs Kekemeke, alongside Zonal Secretary Vincent Bewaji and Zonal Organising Secretary Lateef Ibirogba, urged all accredited delegates to arrive promptly
APC Sets March 25 for South-West Zonal Congress in Lagos
target=_blank>Police restrict tricycles, tighten security ahead of Eid celebration in Borno
The Borno State Police Command has announced a restriction on the movement of tricycles across the state from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday as part of security measures for the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, said residents are advised to observe prayers
Police restrict tricycles, tighten security ahead of Eid celebration in Borno
target=_blank>Gov Uba Sani urges unity, spiritual renewal in Eid el-Fitr message
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has called for renewed faith and a reaffirmation of purpose among all residents of the state. In his Eid el-Fitr message to the people of the state, posted on his verified Facebook page on Thursday, Governor Uba Sani noted that Ramadan is far more than a ritual of abstinence, adding
Gov Uba Sani urges unity, spiritual renewal in Eid el-Fitr message
target=_blank>NIPOST raises alarm over property encroachment in Abia
The Abia State Postal Manager, Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST), Mrs Winifred Amadi, has lamented the growing cases of encroachment on lands and other property of NIPOST in some parts of Abia State. Mrs Amadi, who led members of her management team on a courtesy call to Governor Alex Otti on Wednesday, reported to the governor
NIPOST raises alarm over property encroachment in Abia
target=_blank>Starmer hosts Tinubu as UK, Nigeria seal £70m steel deal for Lagos ports
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday received President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Downing Street, as both countries finalised a £70 million steel supply agreement to support the rehabilitation of two major ports in Lagos. Under the arrangement, British Steel will provide about 120,000 tonnes of steel for the upgrade of the Lagos Port Complex
Starmer hosts Tinubu as UK, Nigeria seal £70m steel deal for Lagos ports
target=_blank>Mass burial held for victims of herdsmen attack in Benue
Residents of Jato Aka in Turan, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, held a mass burial on Thursday for victims of last week’s deadly attack. The mass burial brings closure to grieving families after an earlier restriction on burials by local authorities. The burial followed days of mourning and uncertainty after authorities reportedly placed
Mass burial held for victims of herdsmen attack in Benue
target=_blank>UK visit: ‘Other things are arguable’ – Sam Amadi names good thing about Tinubu’s wife
Sam Amadi, former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has commended Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, for her style and public conduct, while noting that other aspects of her public life remain open to debate. Amadi, who made the remarks via X on Thursday, said the First Lady has demonstrated commendable poise and
UK visit: ‘Other things are arguable’ – Sam Amadi names good thing about Tinubu’s wife
target=_blank>US approves $16.46bn arms sales to UAE, Kuwait amid regional tensions
The United States has approved military sales worth $16.46 billion to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, as both Gulf nations grapple with the security impact of the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The announcement came on Thursday, with Washington citing heightened regional threats following missile and drone attacks launched in response to a recent U.S.-Israeli
US approves $16.46bn arms sales to UAE, Kuwait amid regional tensions
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