Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Monday 30th March 2026
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target=_blank>Foreign affairs ministry confirms Tuggar’s resignation
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the resignation of its Minister Amb. Yusuf Tuggar. Tuggar’s resignation is coming as he positions himself to contest in the Bauchi governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, confirmed the minister’s resignation in a chat with Diplomatic Correspondents in
target=_blank>Zamfara begins statewide school inspection across 14 LGAs
The Zamfara State Government has commenced a comprehensive inspection of schools across the state’s 14 local government areas to assess infrastructure and improve learning conditions. The Commissioner for Education, Abdulmalik Abubakar Gajam, flagged off the exercise in Gusau, where he inspected primary and secondary schools within the metropolis. During the visits, the commissioner assessed classrooms,
target=_blank>Zamfara to upgrade special school facilities for PWD students
The Zamfara State Government has pledged to improve infrastructure and learning conditions for students with disabilities in the state. The Commissioner for Budget and Supervising Commissioner for Education, Abdulmalik Abubakar Gajam, made the commitment during an inspection visit to the School for Special Education in Gusau. Gajam said the government would assess existing facilities, identify
target=_blank>Ondo Gov Sacks Aides
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has approved the immediate disengagement of all political aides “as part of efforts to reposition his administration for improved efficiency and service delivery”. Those affected by the decision include all Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs) in his cabinet. This was announced in a statement issued on
target=_blank>Gov Lawal restates commitment to poverty reduction, security
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reducing poverty and improving citizens’ welfare. The governor, represented by the Head of Service, Yakubu Sani Haidara, stated this at the Kaura Namoda Durbar celebration. Haidara said the administration’s policies span key sectors, including security, health, education, agriculture, trade and investment, with a
target=_blank>Gov Lawal heads to UK for governance workshop with top officials
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State is set to attend a two-day high-level workshop on strategic governance and resilience at Coventry University in the United Kingdom. The governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed this in a statement, noting that the workshop, scheduled for March 30 and 31, is organised by the Centre for Resilient Business
target=_blank>Creating A New Future: How NASENI Is Rebuilding Nigeria’s Engineering Capacity and Technical Skills
Nigeria’s ambition to industrialize has long been constrained by a persistent decline in engineering and technical capacity, a challenge that has increasingly drawn concern from policymakers, academics and industry stakeholders. Available data paints a troubling picture. A 2023 skills-competency survey cited by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board revealed that more than 70 per
target=_blank>Kwankwaso: Our database experienced surge within 24 hours – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed the defection of former Kano State Governor and NNPP’s 2023 presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, describing him as a “game-changer” whose move signals a growing coalition for change ahead of future elections. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said Kwankwaso
target=_blank>FG: 9.2 Million Vulnerable Nigerians have Benefited from Cash Transfer
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and poverty reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, says about N9.2 million beneficiary households across Nigeria have received at least the first tranche of ₦25,000 from the cash transfer programme. Speaking at the implementation briefing and press conference of the Household Prosperity and Empowerment Cash Transfer programme (HoPE-CT), he said the second and
target=_blank>FirstBank Partners Eko Hotels & KEY Academy for ChessMasters 2026 Tournament
FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced its strategic sponsorship of the second edition of ChessMasters, Africa’s largest school chess tournament. The announcement was made at the official press conference of the tournament held on 16 March 2026 at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos. ChessMasters is an
target=_blank>Police arrest two suspected armed robbers in Delta, recover weapons
Operatives of the Department of Operations, Delta State Police Command, led by CP Oyeniyi Yemi, have arrested two suspected armed robbers along Ogbolu/Illah Road in Asaba. The suspects include thirty-two-year-old Mustapha Musa (M) and thirty-four-year-old Iyanosor Ogbizi (M). They were arrested on 29 March 2026 at about 0900hrs, DAILY POST can report. The police also
Police arrest two suspected armed robbers in Delta, recover weapons
target=_blank>Palm Sunday massacre: Reactions as actor Zuby Michael asks Christians to leave Jos
Nollywood actor Zuby Michael has sparked reactions after calling on Christians in Jos, Plateau State, to flee the city. Michael made the call while reacting to the terrorist attack in the Angwan Rukuba area of the city on Sunday, where dozens of people were reportedly killed. On his Instagram page, he wrote, “Christians should leave
Palm Sunday massacre: Reactions as actor Zuby Michael asks Christians to leave Jos
target=_blank>Police storm cyber fraud hideout, arrest 34 suspects in Delta
Operatives of the Quick Response Squad, led by SP Collins Arrey, have stormed a cyber fraud hideout in Opete Community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, and arrested thirty-four (34) suspects on the spot. The suspects were arrested on 28 March 2026, DAILY POST can report. The police also recovered 37 laptops, 1
Police storm cyber fraud hideout, arrest 34 suspects in Delta
target=_blank>Tinubu appoints new CAC chairman, nominates seven NPC commissioners
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ibrahim Ida as the Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and nominated seven individuals to fill vacant commissioner positions at the National Population Commission (NPC). The appointments were disclosed in a statement on Monday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the
Tinubu appoints new CAC chairman, nominates seven NPC commissioners
target=_blank>Internal crisis: PDP cannot progress without Supreme Court judgment – Lawyer Maduabuchi
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Oba Maduabuchi, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, cannot progress without a Supreme Court judgment. Maduabuchi made this statement on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television. He said that the Court of Appeal backed the expulsion of members of the Pro-Wike faction. The senior
Internal crisis: PDP cannot progress without Supreme Court judgment – Lawyer Maduabuchi
target=_blank>2027: I’ll bring back Kwankwaso to APC if I have my way – Mohammed Jamo
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mohammed Jamo, has said he would work towards bringing former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, back into the ruling party if given the opportunity. Jamo, who serves as the National Ex-Officio of the APC, made the remark on Monday while speaking on Politics Today, a programme
2027: I’ll bring back Kwankwaso to APC if I have my way – Mohammed Jamo
target=_blank>ADC reacts as Kwankwaso dumps NNPP, joins party
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has announced the defection of former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the NNPP, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, into its ranks. In a statement signed by its spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party described Kwankwaso’s move as a reflection of growing public sentiment that Nigeria requires leadership capable of addressing
ADC reacts as Kwankwaso dumps NNPP, joins party
target=_blank>War: Negotiations going on well – US insists as Iran denies any talks for peace
The White House has maintained that the United States and Iran are engaged in peace negotiations. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated on Monday that the “remaining elements” of the Iranian regime are “increasingly eager to end the destruction and come to the negotiating table while they still can.” She emphasized that despite the
War: Negotiations going on well – US insists as Iran denies any talks for peace
target=_blank>Tinubu will win by wide margin in Northern Nigeria – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure a decisive victory in the next election, particularly in Northern Nigeria. Sani said efforts are underway in Kaduna State to ensure the president garners significant support across the region. He spoke in an interview on Mic On Podcast. “President Tinubu
Tinubu will win by wide margin in Northern Nigeria – Shehu Sani
target=_blank>Maduka University matriculates 967 students, reinforces focus on innovation, sustainability
Maduka University matriculated 967 students at its third matriculation ceremony, marking another milestone in its mission to deliver quality, future-focused education. The ceremony, held at the university’s international stadium, drew dignitaries, academics, and stakeholders from across the South-East and beyond. Speaking at the event, Chancellor and Founder Samuel Maduka Onyishi emphasized the institution’s long-term vision
Maduka University matriculates 967 students, reinforces focus on innovation, sustainability
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