Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 16th May 2026
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target=_blank>How Borno senator donated N135m cash to APC officials
Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, an All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker from Borno State, has donated N135 million to executive members of the ruling party in his constituency. The lawmaker said the monetary donation is meant for the celebration of the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir. Usman Alkali, an aide to the lawmaker, confirmed the donation in a post
target=_blank>Another aspirant withdraws from Yobe guber race after meeting Buni
A governorship aspirant in Yobe State, Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai, has announced his withdrawal from the 2027 governorship race. Bomai, who was a leader of the four aggrieved aspirants who rejected the endorsement of Baba Malam Wali as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, said he took the decision
target=_blank>5 dead, 10 rescued as building collapses in Abuja
At least five persons have been confirmed dead, while 10 others were rescued alive after a three-storey building under construction collapsed on Saturday morning in the Durumi 3 area near Gudu Market in Abuja. Mr Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom
target=_blank>House of Reps Primaries peaceful in Gombe – Gov Yahaya
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State says the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries held peacefully across the state on Saturday. Speaking to newsmen after the election at the Jekadafari Ward, Governor Yahaya expressed satisfaction with the impressive turnout of party members and the orderly manner in which the exercise was conducted
target=_blank>Killed ISIS Commander: Identical Names Common Among Terrorists – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has broken its silence on the controversy surrounding the identity of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, a terrorist commander killed during a joint counterterrorism operation involving Nigerian and American forces. US President Donald Trump had announced the killing of the commander whom he described as the “most active terrorist in the world”. President Bola
target=_blank>Semenyo winner leads Manchester City to FA Cup title
Ghana International Antoine Semenyo scored the only goal of the match to lift Manchester City to a 1-0 win over Chelsea, winning the FA Cup at Wembley stadium. The winger becomes the first Ghanaian international to score in the FA Cup final, as Man City ended a run of two consecutive final defeats at the
target=_blank>APC Primaries: How Yusuf Buhari defeated ex-DSS DG’s son
Yusuf Buhari, son of former President Muhammadu Buhari, has emerged as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency seat of Katsina State. Announcing the results, the chairman of the constituency’s APC primary election committee, Lawan Garba, said Yusuf Buhari secured 17,342 votes, defeating his opponent, Auwalu Musa Daura,
target=_blank>Presidency admits military’s error in 2024 claim of ISIS Commander’s death
The Presidency has acknowledged that the Nigerian military made an error in an earlier claim regarding the killing of top ISIS commander, Abu-Bilal Al-Manuki. US President Donald Trump had announced the killing of the commander whom he described as the “most active terrorist in the world”. President Bola Tinubu also confirmed the killing, saying Al-Manuki
target=_blank>Ndume: 42 students abducted in Borno school attack
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) has claimed that 42 pupils were abducted by Boko Haram insurgents at Mussa Primary and Junior Secondary School, Askira-uba local government area, Borno State. Ndume, who sympathised with the families of the victims, said he got the update from the school authority and community leaders on Saturday. Recall
target=_blank>Kadpoly Is Centre Of Tech Excellence — Uba Sani
Kaduna Polytechnic has remained a vital centre for technical education, innovation, entrepreneurship and professional excellence, which has produced graduates who have shaped industries, strengthened institutions and contributed to public life. Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State made this known at the 70th anniversary of the polytechnic and its combined convocation ceremony which held at the
target=_blank>APC primary: I won, if you’re not satisfied look for solution – Yusuf Buhari tells opponents
Yusuf Muhammadu Buhari, son of former President Muhammadu Buhari, has declared victory in the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election for the Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency seat in Katsina State. Buhari, who spoke to DCL Hausa on Saturday, said he won the contest and urged dissatisfied opponents to seek redress. “I have won the APC primary
APC primary: I won, if you’re not satisfied look for solution – Yusuf Buhari tells opponents
target=_blank>Serie A: Okoye shortlisted for Player of the Month
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been nominated for the Serie A Player of the Month award for May, DAILY POST reports. Okoye was recognised for his impressive performances for the Zebras during the month. The 26-year-old has kept two clean sheets in two league matches for Kosta Runjaic’s side during the period under review. The
Serie A: Okoye shortlisted for Player of the Month
target=_blank>APC primaries disrupted in Alimosho Ward C1 over candidate choice
The All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primary election in Ward C1 of Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State, was disrupted on Saturday following disagreements among party members over the choice of candidate. The contest in the constituency is between Mr Ganiyu Ayuba and Mrs Adebisi Adebajo. Tension reportedly escalated in the afternoon when
APC primaries disrupted in Alimosho Ward C1 over candidate choice
target=_blank>Five killed as building collapses near Gudu Market in Abuja
No fewer than five persons have been confirmed dead following the collapse of a building in the Durumi 3 area of Abuja, near the popular Gudu Market. The tragic incident occurred at about 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, throwing the area into confusion as rescue workers and residents battled to save trapped victims. The Mandate Secretary
Five killed as building collapses near Gudu Market in Abuja
target=_blank>Deputy Speaker’s Office clarifies controversy over Abia School Project
The Office of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives has dismissed as misleading and politically motivated a report by TrackNG concerning the construction and furnishing of an ultra-modern conference and e-learning facility at Bende Secondary Grammar School, Abia State, captured in the 2024 Federal Government budget. In a statement signed by the Special
Deputy Speaker’s Office clarifies controversy over Abia School Project
target=_blank>Terrorists kill 17 police officers at Army Special Forces School in Yobe
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the tragic loss of 17 police officers who paid the supreme price following a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School, Buni Yadi, in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, in the early hours of May 8, 2026. A statement signed by DCP Anthony Okon Placid,
Terrorists kill 17 police officers at Army Special Forces School in Yobe
target=_blank>2027: Speaker Abbas secures APC return ticket for Zaria Reps seat
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Saturday emerged unopposed as the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate for Zaria Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tajudeen secured the party’s ticket through an affirmation exercise conducted across the 13 electoral wards in the constituency. The wards involved include Kwarbai A,
2027: Speaker Abbas secures APC return ticket for Zaria Reps seat
target=_blank>APC Primary: Akinlayo denies sponsoring hoodlums in Ekiti
A member of the House of Representatives, Hon Davidson Akinlayo, has denied sponsoring hoodlums to disrupt the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election held on Saturday in Ekiti State. Akinlayo, who represents Moba/Ilejemeje/Ido-Osi Federal Constituency at the National Assembly and is seeking re-election, said the allegation was not only politically motivated but also a calculated
APC Primary: Akinlayo denies sponsoring hoodlums in Ekiti
target=_blank>PRP holds Kano convention, accuses Tinubu, APC of ‘enthroning autocracy’
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has held its National Convention and primaries in Kano, issuing a strong warning to its members to be wary of President Tinubu’s alleged antics of seeking to perpetuate himself in power by all means. “We call on our people to be vigilant because the mercenary politics that the nation’s generals
PRP holds Kano convention, accuses Tinubu, APC of ‘enthroning autocracy’
target=_blank>NPFL: Obioma laments Abia Warriors’ continental miss
Abia Warriors forward, Emeka Obioma, has expressed dissatisfaction with the team’s failure to secure a continental ticket. The Umuahia-based club failed in their bid to secure a place on the continent after recent back-to-back defeats. Obioma described the setback as unfortunate and painful. “It’s very unfortunate, very painful, I must say,” Obioma told Completesports. “We
NPFL: Obioma laments Abia Warriors’ continental miss
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