Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Thursday 2nd April 2026
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target=_blank>David Mark to Tinubu: You have over 30 governors in APC, what are you afraid of?
National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has asked President Bola Tinubu to explain why he is allegedly afraid despite having over 30 governors in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at a press conference where the opposition coalition announced its displeasure with the removal of some ADC leaders from the
target=_blank>Abacha More Democratic Than NADECO Figures Now in Power — Obi
Former Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, has sparked fresh political debate after declaring that some individuals who once championed democracy under the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) have become worse in power than the late military ruler, General Sani Abacha. In a strongly worded statement shared on his official X platform, Obi criticised what
target=_blank>EFCC: Why 57 properties linked to Malami should be permanently forfeited to FG
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has told the Federal High Court in Abuja that the 57 properties allegedly linked to Abubakar Malami, SAN, former Minister of Justice, should be permanently forfeited to the Federal Government. The EFCC, in a motion on notice for final forfeiture of the property filed by its team of
target=_blank>How newlywed corps member was killed 48 hours to passing out
Tragedy struck in Jos, Plateau State, as a 31-year-old corps member, Ibrahim Haruna Abdulkareem, was killed just 48 hours before the completion of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme. Abdulkareem, who had recently gotten married and was preparing to pass out, was caught in a reprisal attack in Anguwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government
target=_blank>Farmers, herders killed in fresh Plateau attack
No fewer than two herders and two others have been killed in yet another attack in villages at Barikin Ladi, Jos, and Riyom local government area of Plateau State. The latest attack followed recent attacks in Anguwan Rukuba communities of Jos North Local Government Area of the state, where 28 people were confirmed killed when
target=_blank>Travelers stranded as bridge collapses in Taraba
Hundreds of passengers were stranded after a temporary bridge constructed by a private individual at the site of the Namnai Bridge collapsed. The Namnai Bridge is located along the Jalingo-Wukari trunk A Federal Highway in Taraba State. The original bridge had given way two years ago and is yet to be reconstructed. Daily Trust gathered
target=_blank>2 killed, 12 injured in Kwara auto crash
Two persons have been confirmed dead, while 12 others sustained varying degrees of injuries in a fatal road traffic crash that occurred in the early hours of Thursday at Oloriegbè community, along the Ogbomosho–Oloru road in Ilorin, Kwara State. The crash, which involved a commercial Toyota Hiace bus and a DAF trailer, occurred at about
target=_blank>ADC leaders ask INEC Chairman to step down
The African Democratic Congress, (ADC) has asked the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, to resign. ADC said the call became imperative because “the the Commission chairman and commissioners have taken side with the ruling All Progressives Congress APC and cannot be trusted to conduct the 2027 general elections. Addressing
target=_blank>Atiku, Kwankwaso, Obi, Mark, other ADC leaders gather in Abuja over derecognition by INEC
Top leaders of the opposition and the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are presently gathered in Abuja to address the country on the crisis rocking the party. The event is taking place at the Yar’Adua Center in Abuja. Among those present are former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, National Chairman of the party, Senator
target=_blank>Tinubu hosts Chadian president
President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, hosted President Idriss Déby of Chad at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The brief high-level meeting underscores ongoing efforts by both countries to strengthen bilateral relations and deepen cooperation on regional security, trade, and economic development. Tinubu received the Chadian leader in a closed-door session, where both leaders discussed issues of
target=_blank>APC blames ADC for internal crisis, dismisses conspiracy claims
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing the opposition party of being responsible for its own internal problems and spreading conspiracy theories. In a press statement issued on April 2, 2026, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, said the ADC had failed to manage its affairs and should not
APC blames ADC for internal crisis, dismisses conspiracy claims
target=_blank>Chaos averted as security presence prevents rival protests at INEC headquarters
Chaos was averted by security agencies at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, as anti-INEC and pro-INEC protesters almost clashed. This was due to conflicting interests following the delisting of the David Mark-led National Working Committee, NWC, of the African Democratic Congress, ADC by the electoral umpire. The two interest groups had
Chaos averted as security presence prevents rival protests at INEC headquarters
target=_blank>Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi, appoints Todd Blanche as acting replacement
United States President, Donald Trump has announced the removal of Attorney General, Pam Bondi from office, bringing an end to her tenure after about a year in the role. Trump disclosed the development in a statement shared on Truth Social on Thursday, where he praised Bondi’s service, describing her as “a great American patriot and
Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi, appoints Todd Blanche as acting replacement
target=_blank>Easter Celebration: NSCDC, FRSC deploy 2860 personnel in Edo
The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, and the State Sector of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, have announced the deployment of a total of 2860 personnel across the state for the next Monday Easter celebration. DAILY POST reports that the two security agencies said the deployment of
Easter Celebration: NSCDC, FRSC deploy 2860 personnel in Edo
target=_blank>Yobe Senator Bomai denies defection rumours
The senator representing Yobe South Senatorial District, Mohammed Ibrahim Bomai, and APC governorship hopeful, has denied rumours that his meeting with some of the party’s chieftains in Abuja was a plot to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement on Thursday, Senator Bomai clarified that the meeting was convened solely to demand
Yobe Senator Bomai denies defection rumours
target=_blank>2027: You cannot impose single candidacy on Nigerians – Kwankwaso to INEC amid ADC crisis
A former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has warned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, that they cannot impose a single candidate on Nigerians in the 2027 elections. Kwankwaso said this in a statement posted on his verified X account. He advised INEC to allow citizens freely choose their leaders no matter the political
2027: You cannot impose single candidacy on Nigerians – Kwankwaso to INEC amid ADC crisis
target=_blank>I nearly went bankrupt due to my extravagant lifestyle – Bella Shmurda confesses
Afrobeats singer, Bella Shmurda has revealed that he nearly went bankrupt due to an extravagant lifestyle. Speaking in an interview with YouTuber Korty EO, Shmurda said accommodating and sponsoring his friends’ lavish lifestyles also drained his resources. The music star said the experience made him change his approach to money management. “I used to have
I nearly went bankrupt due to my extravagant lifestyle – Bella Shmurda confesses
target=_blank>Tinubu hosts Chadian president Idriss Deby
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, hosted the President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. In attendance at the meeting were the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, and other senior government officials. The News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, reports that Tinubu received the Chadian leader
Tinubu hosts Chadian president Idriss Deby
target=_blank>‘My parents rejected my house gift, doubted my source of wealth’ – Zlatan Ibile
Popular Nigerian rapper, Zlatan Ibile has revealed that his parents’ reaction to his sudden wealth wasn’t warm, at first, but suspicions. Speaking in a recent episode of the YACN podcast, the Zanku crooner said after he gained prominence in 2019, he bought a house for his parents in a Lagos highbrow neighbourhood, Lekki, but they
‘My parents rejected my house gift, doubted my source of wealth’ – Zlatan Ibile
E2%82%A616-7m-cheques-to-families-of-fallen-officers/ target=_blank>National Police Week: Delta command gives ₦16.7m cheques to families of fallen officers
In a heartfelt gesture marking the National Police Week 2026, the Delta State Police Command presented cheques totaling over ₦16 million to families of 13 deceased officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The ceremony, held in Asaba, Delta State, was the climax of the week’s state-level activities, ahead of the grand
National Police Week: Delta command gives ₦16.7m cheques to families of fallen officers
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