Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Tuesday 31st March 2026
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target=_blank>Femi-Lawal: How Digital Payments Are Reshaping Nigeria’s Economy
Mastercard expanded its acceptance network across Africa by 45% in 2025. What specifically unlocked this scale in Nigeria’s SME and informal merchant segments? Mastercard’s 45% expansion of its African acceptance network in 2025 was largely driven by a strategic pivot toward low-cost, software-led solutions and deep localized partnerships in Nigeria. The Mastercard SME Confidence Index
target=_blank>Tinubu hosts Badaru, Ganduje at Aso Rock
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday met with former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, and former Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar. President Tinubu met separately with the visitors at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The reason for the meeting was not immediately made known, as they all refused to speak with state
target=_blank>Relegation-threatened Tottenham appoint Roberto De Zerbi with seven games left
Tottenham Hotspur have announced the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as the club’s new head coach, with seven matches remaining in the English Premier League season. The North London side confirmed that the Italian’s appointment is subject to a work permit. He becomes Tottenham’s third head coach of the campaign, replacing Igor Tudor, who lasted
target=_blank>Bauchi governor mulls defection to ADC
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has indicated plans to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying the party has the potential to unseat the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) in 2027. The governor made this known shortly after a closed-door meeting with a delegation of the National Chairman of the ADC led by
target=_blank>Attacks: Defence Minister visits Maiduguri to assess security situation
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) visited Maiduguri, Borno State capital, over the renewed security concerns in the Northeast sub-region. He was accompanied by Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle. The ministers were received at the Airforce Base by the Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK)
target=_blank>Senate approves Tinubu’s $6bn loan request
The Senate on Tuesday approved a loan request by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to secure new foreign loans totalling $6 billion for infrastructure development, debt servicing, and port rehabilitation. The approval followed the consideration of two separate letters read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In the first letter, President Tinubu sought approval for
target=_blank>Nigeria will overcome current challenges under Tinubu — Sanwo-Olu
The Lagos State Government has expressed confidence that Nigeria will surmount its current challenges under the leadership of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this known during a special prayer session held in honour of President Tinubu’s 74th birthday and in support of his re-election bid at the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque. Represented
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Jos streets, markets deserted as curfew enters Day 3
Residents of Jos, the Plateau state capital, are complying with the curfew the state government imposed in the area following attacks by gunmen on Anguwan Rukuba community in Jos North local government area. The state government had declared a 48-hour curfew in Jos North on Sunday, soon after the incident, to prevent the spread of
target=_blank>KASU To Enter MoU With University of London On Distance Learning’
Commissioner of Education, Prof Abubakar Sani Sambo, has disclosed that Kaduna State will accelerate the transition of the education system to a technology-driven and a globally competitive sector. Prof Sambo said that Kaduna State Government sent a high-powered team of intellectuals to the 2026 edition of Research in Distance and E-Learning (RIDE) Conference, which held
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Kwankwaso on ground as Gawuna picks ADC membership card
Former Kano State Deputy Governor and 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The event took place on Tuesday at his Gawuna Ward in Nassarawa Local Government Area, where he received his ADC membership card in the presence of former governor, Rabiu
target=_blank>Easy-Money lands man in jail over naira abuse
A Federal High Court sitting in Independence Layout, Enugu State, has sentenced a man, Iziga Jude Ikechukwu, also known as Easy-money, to one year imprisonment for abusing Naira notes during his birthday celebration. In a statement issued by EFCC, the judgment was delivered by Justice F. O. Giwa-Ogunbanjo after the defendant was prosecuted by the
Easy-Money lands man in jail over naira abuse
target=_blank>2027: Disruption-free APC convention leaves opposition parties in disarray – Suzuki
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Hajia Amina Suzuki, has said the party’s smooth and disruption-free national convention in Abuja reflects its readiness to win the 2027 general elections. Suzuki made this known in a statement issued on Tuesday, praising the conduct of the convention as a clear demonstration of the party’s strength
2027: Disruption-free APC convention leaves opposition parties in disarray – Suzuki
target=_blank>$6bn fresh loan: It’s dangerous – Atiku slams Tinubu, Senate over record time approval
Former Vice President and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep concern over reports that the Senate approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request for a fresh $6 billion external loan within a record time, reportedly less than four hours after its presentation. Atiku, in a statement on Tuesday by his spokesperson,
$6bn fresh loan: It’s dangerous – Atiku slams Tinubu, Senate over record time approval
target=_blank>Nigeria vs Jordan: Live Updates from Super Eagles friendly in Turkey
Nigeria will play Jordan in an international friendly on Tuesday evening. The game is billed for the Mardan Stadyumu in Antalya, Turkey. It will kick off at 6:30pm local time. The Super Eagles are seeking to maintain its winning streak following a 2–1 victory against Iran. However, Eric Chelle’s men can expect a tough game
Nigeria vs Jordan: Live Updates from Super Eagles friendly in Turkey
target=_blank>Presidency: I won’t contest 2027, will wait till 2031 – Saraki
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has said he will not contest in the 2027 presidential election, citing fairness and the need to allow the South complete its turn. Speaking on the issue, Saraki explained that his decision is based on the principle of political balance between the North and South. “I’m not contesting in 2027
Presidency: I won’t contest 2027, will wait till 2031 – Saraki
target=_blank>Benue govt declares one-week Easter holiday for workers
The Benue State Government has approved a one-week public holiday for its civil servants to mark the Easter celebration. The decision, announced by state authorities, is aimed at giving workers the opportunity to fully observe the Christian festival, regarded as a significant period for believers. Officials explained that the break would allow employees to relax,
Benue govt declares one-week Easter holiday for workers
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms final decision on Iran’s participation
FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, has said Iran will play at the 2026 World Cup. Infantino also insisted they will play their group matches in the United States as scheduled, despite the Middle East war. “Iran will be at the World Cup,” he said, speaking at half-time of Iran’s friendly against Costa Rica in Turkey. “That’s
2026 World Cup: FIFA confirms final decision on Iran’s participation
target=_blank>Senate approves N68trn 2026 budget
The Nigerian Senate has approved a N68 trillion budget for the 2026 fiscal year, increasing the initial proposal of N59 trillion by N9 trillion. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the passage of the budget during plenary after lawmakers considered and adopted the report of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The report was presented by the
Senate approves N68trn 2026 budget
target=_blank>Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed set to dump PDP for ADC
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has revealed plans to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing the party’s potential to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The governor disclosed this when he received a delegation from the ADC, led by a former Secretary to the Government of the
Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed set to dump PDP for ADC
target=_blank>Kano lawmaker Ado resigns from NNPP
Hon. Abdulhakeem Kamilu Ado, a member of the House of Representatives for Wudil/Garko Federal Constituency in Kano State, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). In a letter dated March 30, 2026, and sent to his ward chairman in Kausani Ward, Ado stated that his resignation takes immediate effect. He currently serves as
Kano lawmaker Ado resigns from NNPP
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