Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 21st March 2026
These are Breaking Evening News from popular Evening Newspapers in Nigeria Today .
Read also
target=_blank>2027: Alia orders political appointees seeking elective positions to resign
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has directed political appointees in his administration seeking elective positions in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 30, 2026. Alia said the directive was aimed at preventing distractions and sustaining the pace of development across the state. In a statement signed by his Chief Press
target=_blank>Umahi: Lawyer threatens legal action against businesswoman
Nigerian human rights lawyer and activist, Marshal Abubakar, has dismissed as false and misleading the claims being circulated by Ms. Tracy Ohiri, insisting that his actions throughout their engagement were lawful and in good faith. In a statement on Saturday, Abubakar said he played a key role in mobilising prominent individuals, including Ireti Kingibe and
target=_blank>Welbeck brace dents Liverpool top-four bid with defeat at Brighton
Danny Welbeck scored both goals as Brighton & Hove Albion overpowered Liverpool 2-1 in their EPL match at the Amex stadium in Saturday’s early kick-off. The former Manchester United youngster scored in each half to further dent the Reds’ top-four ambition in a below-par season for the soon to be deposed EPL champions. Milos Kerkez
target=_blank>Akande: Tinubu could have stopped in Borno before going to London
Former Presidential Aide, Laolu Akande, has said while the directive for the military high command to relocate to Borno State over last week’s attacks was commendable, President Bola Tinubu missed the opportunity of prioritizing empathy and showing sympathy at a time of renewed terrorist attacks in the North-East. At least 23 people were killed and
target=_blank>Gunmen abduct Kano LG secretary in midnight raid
Gunmen have abducted the Secretary of Kibiya Local Government Area in Kano State after attacking his residence in Dinya town. The Speaker of the local government council, Hon. Sabo Yusuf Usman, told the BBC that the incident occurred late Friday night. “The incident happened around 1:00 a.m. while the secretary was asleep in his house,”
target=_blank>2027: I’m under pressure to go to Senate – Gov. Sule
From Abubakar Abdullahi, Lafia Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has hinted he may contest for the Nasarawa North senatorial seat in 2027. The governor made the disclosure during a visit by state executive council members, led by Deputy Governor Dr. Emmanuel Akabe, at his Gudi country home in Akwanga local government area. Sule cited
target=_blank>Police Nab Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Rifle in Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old suspected kidnapper, Sale Hassan, of Rugan Hassan in Adudu community, Awe Local Government Area, and recovered an AK-47 rifle from him. The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, said the arrest followed credible intelligence received by the police. He said acting on the information, operatives
target=_blank>Osimhen: How Iheanacho saved me when a senior player tried bullying me
Super Eagles of Nigeria international Victor Osimhen has described his encounter with an unnamed senior player in Kelechi Iheanacho’s room while on national team duty in 2017. The striker, currently sideline from a fractured arm suffered against Liverpool in midweek, relived the memory in a Livestream with streamer Carter Efe on Saturday. Osimhen got his
target=_blank>Carabao Cup Final: Guardiola eyes redemption as Arsenal chase first step of quadruple dream
Manchester City and Arsenal will battle for the Carabao Cup at Wembley Stadium on Sunday in a high-stakes final that could define the trajectory of both clubs’ seasons. City have endured a below-par campaign, playing second fiddle to an Arsenal side enjoying one of their most impressive seasons in recent years. Having finished last season
target=_blank>Residents injured as gas station explodes in Calabar
A private petrol and gas filling station has exploded on Edibe Edibe Street in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State, leaving several residents injured and property destroyed. The explosion which occurred on Saturday morning completely razed the facility identified as Fonex Gas Station. The resulting inferno engulfed major sections of the station,
target=_blank>BREAKING: MRS, others Nigerian filling stations increase fuel price after Dangote refinery’s hike
Dangote Refinery-backed MRS and other Nigerian filling stations adjusted their petrol retail prices on Saturday less than 24 hours after the 650,000-barrel-per-day plant hiked its gantry petrol by N70 to N1,245 per liter on Friday. DAILY POST observed that MRS filling stations in Abuja and environs have hiked their pump price by N100 to N1,367
BREAKING: MRS, others Nigerian filling stations increase fuel price after Dangote refinery’s hike
target=_blank>Shettima to receive Dauda Lawal into APC in Zamfara
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has finalised plans to host Vice President Kashim Shettima, who is expected to officially receive Governor Dauda Lawal into the party next Tuesday. This was disclosed by the state APC Chairman, Tukur Danfulani Maikatako, during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Gusau on Saturday. Maikatako expressed satisfaction
Shettima to receive Dauda Lawal into APC in Zamfara
target=_blank>Nigerian Correctional Service warns public against fraudsters
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has warned members of the public against fraudulent practices by criminals who are using the name and logo of the service to perpetrate crimes. It urged individuals and members of the public who suspect foul play to report suspected fraudulent activities to law enforcement agencies, including the Economic and Financial
Nigerian Correctional Service warns public against fraudsters
target=_blank>Aare Afe Babalola Champions Cup 2026: 19 teams unveiled as legal giants kick off cancer drive
The hallowed halls of Nigeria’s courtrooms are set to go quiet this April as the country’s most prominent legal minds trade their silk robes for football jerseys. Organisers have officially unveiled the lineup for the 2026 Aare Afe Babalola SAN Champions Cup, a high-stakes football tournament that blends athletic rivalry with a life-saving mission: raising
Aare Afe Babalola Champions Cup 2026: 19 teams unveiled as legal giants kick off cancer drive
target=_blank>Boko Haram, ISWAP release footage of Eid prayers in Lake Chad WATCH
Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, have released footage of its Eid al-Fitr prayers held near Lake Chad on Friday. In the video, hundreds of fighters from Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) could be seen gathered in large numbers. The prayers were led by an Imam
Boko Haram, ISWAP release footage of Eid prayers in Lake Chad WATCH
target=_blank>NYSC confirms death of corps member in Ogun
The National Youth Service Corps has confirmed the death of a corps member in Abeokuta Ogun State, with a staff member of the scheme now in custody over suspected involvement in the incident. The development was disclosed in a statement shared on the scheme’s official handle on Tuesday by its Director of Information and Public
NYSC confirms death of corps member in Ogun
target=_blank>Police dismiss viral terror attack video in Taraba
The Taraba State Police Command on Saturday dismissed a viral video circulating on social media that alleged a planned terrorist attack in parts of the state, urging residents to remain calm and continue their daily activities without fear. In a statement, the Command said it is fully aware of the video and has already taken
Police dismiss viral terror attack video in Taraba
target=_blank>2027: Atiku, Obi can’t do better than Tinubu – Reps member, Alabi
Chairman, House of Representatives committee on Works, Akin Alabi, has claimed that former Vice President, Abubakar Atiku and former Anambra governor, Peter Obi are confused politicians who have no idea about Nigerian economy. Alabi who represents Egbeda/Ona Ara federal constituency on the platform of All Progressives Congress, APC, alleged that the duo cannot perform better
2027: Atiku, Obi can’t do better than Tinubu – Reps member, Alabi
target=_blank>Yobe opens sale of nomination forms for June 6 LG election
The Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YOSIEC) has commenced the sale of nomination forms for the June 6, 2026, local government election for the positions of chairman, vice chairman, and councillors. This was stated in a press statement issued by Permanent Member V, Kadai Maaji Jumbam, on behalf of the Commission. According to him, this
Yobe opens sale of nomination forms for June 6 LG election
target=_blank>US vs Iran: 22 countries sign joint statement on Strait of Hormuz
No fewer than 22 countries have signed a joint statement condemning Iran’s attacks on shipping vessels in the Gulf. While signing the joint statement, the 22 countries expressed readiness to join appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. DAILY POST reports that the countries include the United Arab Emirates, the United
US vs Iran: 22 countries sign joint statement on Strait of Hormuz
Read also
You can also check
