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PM News - April 22, 2026
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General
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Tinubu Arraigned, Granted N100m Bail
actional National Chairman of the eral of Police with intent to use the author- ity of the office to the injury or annoyance Peoples Democratic Party, Senator F Wednes- of one Saidi Mohammed Mainasara.
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Appoints day arraigned before a High Court of al- The prosecution said the
leged offence is punishable under the Federal Capital Territory sitting in Section 140 of the Penal Code.
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New NECO, prose- to him. Following his plea, charge filed by the Nigeria Police Force,
cuting counsel, Usman Rabiu, ap- dat- accusing him of submitting a petition ed October 5, 2022, to the Inspector Gen- • Turaki Continued on pg.2 NBTE
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Chiefs In
Sweeping Reforms See pg.2 www.pmnewsnigeria.com WedNeSday, 22 aPRIL, 2026
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Supreme Court To
announcement of his replacement.
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Deliver Verdict In ADC
formally submitted his resignation According to a statement is- ister of Finance and
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Leadership Crisis
appreciation to the President Bayo Onanuga on Wednesday of the Economy, Wale for the opportunity to serve.
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IGR In 2025 -Sanwo-Olu
you can fully harness their exper - The N1.7 trillion revenue figure agos State generated over N1.7 tise,” he said during a meeting of represents a 39 per cent increase trillion in internally gener- he Supreme Court of t
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judgment in an appeal to be communicated to the litigants. T
built on deliberate investments in growth driven by reforms, digitali - ria’s leading sub-national revenue brought by former Sen- Mark, who leads one of the factions digital tax systems, expansion of sation and improved
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Wale Edun Supreme Court
ment banker, previously served Other respondents in the ap- Conversely, the respondents Continued from pg.1 as Lagos State Commissioner for Continued from pg.1 peal include the ADC itself, its have urged the apex court t
a group of aggrieved par - administration continued success.Page 2 - Read →
Supreme Court Reserves Judgment where he held a private meeting
appointment as minister in 2023.
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In PDP Leadership Tussle personal and business interests.
rected the new Minister of Finance, Similarly, the presidency said Taiwo Oyedele, to consolidate By eBeRe agozIe Dangiwa resigned from office ongoing reforms and advance the he Supreme Court of Nigeria and thanked the Pr
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T the opportunity to serve in the
an appeal filed by the Peo - Tinubu is also expected to forward Federal Executive Council.
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structure, funding and staff welfare. Tinubu Appoints New NECO, NBTE
ture projects such as the Ojota–Opebi social projects under its THEMES+ He described Lagos as a model for Link Bridge, improvements in food agenda for over 24 million residents.
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Chiefs In Sweeping Reforms security through the Abijo Agro Food
confidence that continued collabora - Chairman of the Joint Revenue Hub, and upgrades in education facil- tion among states would strengthen Board, Zacch Adedeji, also com - resident Bola Ahmed Tinubu In Plateau State, E
the Joint Revenue Board and the 159th meeting of the board hosted by the Governor, at the Lagos ernance and improving service de -Page 2 - Read →
Backs Tinubu
While admitting that challeng- provements, with economic growth Committee and later as Special es remain, the former minister rising from about two per cent to over Adviser on Monetary Policy be - administra- maintained
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Edun also pledged his continued F Federal Executive Council, state
helped stabilise the macroeconomic of the Economy, Wale Edun, the President for entrusting him commitment to national service and governors, and partners in both environment and reposition the has reacted to his removal
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stranded in border areas lacking ade- Global Migration Crisis Deepens As 8,000 Die In 2025
quate shelter, healthcare and protec- tion.
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Dangiwa Speaks,
Reacting to the threat, Ndume only embolden the insurgents.
ToLULoPe oKePage 3 - Read →
S ians, both Christians and Muslims. Removal
Ndume assured that efforts were ongo - insurgents as the 72-hour ul- Out of the 416, more than 350 are ing to secure the release of the victims, timatum issued by Boko Haram Muslims.
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T State draws close to expiration.
Dangiwa, has reacted to his remov - repositioned the housing sector as a The senator firmly backed the He, however, declined The victims, kidnapped from al from the Federal Executive Council, critical driver of economic
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Must Secure Its Energy Future
he war in the Middle East may be far from Nigeria, but its effects costs and may reduce production or lay off workers.
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oil-producing regions, fuel prices rise across the world. In Nige- T
Other countries are taking steps to protect their people.
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The Quiet Strength Of Ogundoyin’s Leadership
n politics, where noise often dominates narrative, Oyo be routinely withdrawn from legislative duties except in the By ISmaIL odeTayo State recently passed through a tense period.
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Ex-NECO Staff 24-Year Jail Term
dismissed staff member of the National Examinations A Council (NECO), Abdulwa-
ayo ojoPage 5 - Read →
hab Sule, has been sentenced to 24 Cross River
years’ imprisonment for certificate forgery and related corrupt practices.
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police arrests
Sule, who was prosecuted by the In- dependent Corrupt Practices and Other
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1,390 suspected Related Offences Commission (ICPC),
was convicted by the High Court of Niger State sitting in Minna, presided
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criminals in
over by Justice Abdullahi Mikailu.
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one year disclosed in a statement on Tuesday
that Sule, who was dismissed from NECO in 2020 after irregularities By ehIgImeToR IgBaUgBa were discovered in his credentials, he Nigeria Police Force in was found guilty on a three-count • Jail charge of using a forged
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Troops Kill Two Bandits, Recover Arms In Plateau Ambush
ber remain pending in courts.
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Troops Ambush Terrorists, Kill Two In Kaduna Security Crackdown Rape cases stood at 61, with 96
arrests made.
SUmaILa ogBaje to court, only two convictions werePage 5 - Read →
cluding false pretence and cheating, T
the scene,” the report stated.
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My Mother’s Life – Laycon
Birthday igerian rapper and 2020 Big Brother Naija winner, Olamile -
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N Change
kan Agbeleshebioba, popularly known as Laycon, has revealed that Amid his victory in the reality show played a crucial role in saving his mother’s life.
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Tacha Speaks On Cyberbullying
is causing more pain than Nige- ria’s real problems,” he added.
chess advocate Tunde Onakoya personal achievement, arguingPage 6 - Read →
My Ex-Label Is Trying To Destroy Me,’ Qing Madi Alleges
ast-rising Nigerian singer Chimamanda Pearl Chuk- wuma, known as Qing Madi, has accused her former F record label, JTon Music, of attempting to sabotage her career.
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at the University Beams With Pride
T of Lagos is pre- paring for a reflective and meaningful gath- ering as it marks the 20th memorial anni- • OAU versary of its former Vice-Chancellor, Jelili Adebisi Omotola, SAN.
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S demic excellence within the faculty. that has shaped their institution.
like a proud moment worth cele- in high spirits following the insti- Leye Falode, also praised the students, Also on the programme is the Members of the university com - brating.
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OAU Students Seek Smoother
the students, as well as the steady alongside top universities across Ni - while staff view it as encouragement support from lecturers and staff who geria, OAU made it to the final stage, to keep nurturing young talents.
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Rides As Transport Changes Stir
continue to guide and inspire them.
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Campus Conversations
sity,” he said, adding that the victory The final round turned out to be a mended the team for bringing honour shows that OAU remains a strong moment of brilliance and teamwork, to the institution and thanked every - for
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In As Tasued Vice Chancellor
expanded his ac - here’s a fresh wave of excite - ademic horizons ment across campus as Tai
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T through a sabbat-
Solarin University of Education ical at Adekunle (TASUED), Ijebu Ode, announces Ajasin University the appointment of Prof.
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L and staff, many of whom are familiar
ences that many a different rhythm in recent On the other side, the universi - with Prof.
serving as Chairman of thePage 7 - Read →
Enter New Era
He initially steadied the ship and delivered promising early results, helsea Football Club an- structure and stability, reducing ortugal are heading into field to attack and unlocks defenc - sug- including strong showing
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At club level, Fernandes with growing confi- This shift has added a new P
tactical organisation and squad culture.
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FC, we would like to place on record CAF Champions
qualification remains achievable, our gratitude to Liam and his staff Securing Full Six-Event Entry while they also harbour ambitions of for all their efforts during their time
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League Final
progressing further in the FA Cup.
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Faces Uncertainty has moved swiftly to install stability.
- Rosenior was appointed in early Jan Calum McFarlane, the club’s uary 2026 following Enzo Maresca’s
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under-21s head coach who has Over Scheduling
departure, arriving with a reputation as previous experience stepping up as - a progressive, detail-oriented coach af caretaker earlier in the campaign, ter successful spells at Hull City, Derby Uncertainty surrounds the
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have triggered fresh discussions. T
of the 2026 World Relays at the Yaba College of Technology right long-term appointment for the Broadcast logistics and expected after qualifying for all six relay Sports Complex in Lagos, with tech - head coach role, sig
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• Liam Rosenior
well as both mixed relay events, upcoming global championships.
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