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PM News - April 30, 2026
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After Adelabu’s Exit
Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, resident Bola Ahmed Tinu- structed the military to act against suspected who stepped down from of- bu has nominated Mr Jo- he United States President Donald mine-laying boats in the strategic w
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Crisis Refers Case Back To High Court
appeal filed by Mark, in which he chal - all parties in the leadership dispute five-member panel of the lenged the jurisdiction of Justice Eme- to revert to their previous positions Supreme Court on Thursday ka Nwite of
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Supreme Court Overturns Extended Blackout Looms In Lagos
Continued from pg.1 the leadership faction aligned with It subsequently ordered that the matter
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As Egbin Power Station Shuts Down Mark until the courts determine
be returned to the Federal High Court the party’s legitimate leadership.
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Ambode, Jandor Back Anointed Candidate The NCSP also coordinates engage-
and deliver improved outcomes ments with public sector stakeholders for Nigerians in the power sector.
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In Ekiti Demand N1bn Ransom
Lagos State chapter of the All M Progressives Congress (APC) he Eleda of as former governor Akinwunmi Ambode Eda-Oniyo,
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T and 2023 governorship candidate, Dr Ab-
Oba Joseph dul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (Jandor), have Awolola, has said both thrown their weight behind Deputy that abductors of 15 Governor Obafemi Hamzat, who is now worshippers in Ile- widely described as the party’s c
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attack on a church crusade in V
on members of the All Eda Oniyo, Ekiti State, where Progressives Congress (APC) gunmen killed a cleric and disci- to prioritise unity and abducted several worshippers.
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Respect For Judges – Wike
olice operatives in to-size guns, two English males and two females, ap- Oyo State have ederal Capital Territory pistols, 16 live cartridges, were arrested at and around P Minister, Nyesom Wike,
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prehended 16 sus- F axes and various charms. four the venue.
appear- has said his many pected cult members during in- He added that further investiga- “Preliminary ances before appellate courts as a litigant played a major role Poly- an operation at The vestigations were underway
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Courts Under Siege: Ending Political Abuse Of Justice In Nigeria
and the deterrent effect negligible.
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F ready burdened by heavy caseloads, are further strained by avoidable litigation
not a playground for political gamesmanship.
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Africa, Nigeria Are Not Overborrowed But
already started writing an article in which I sought to com-
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municate the very fact that the world is not (yet) invested in Underfinanced: A Reaction To Emir Sanusi
I Africa or Nigeria, when the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammed Sanusi II, made the statement to the effect that with subsidy Meanwhile, this analysis so far only considers structured, for- on the subject expect Nigeria to fun
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Hope After Horror:
trader has been ar- sureties in the same amount.
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12 Chibok Girls Prepare
rice deal that reportedly went of three years of tax payments sour.
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count of fraud brought by Proceedings were ad- For Graduation
the Economic and Financial journed until 30 May for the Crimes Commission.
conflict. He noted that the studies, describing the interven-Page 5 - Read →
Youths In Climate-Smart Agriculture
Represented by Mr Tanimu Ibrahim, Director of Planning and ctionAid Nigeria says it has equipped over 135,000 Policy Coordination, Ogunbiyi noted that structural, legal and smallholder farmers and youths, mostly women, w
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Mamedu added that three hectares were earlier allocated in Ibusa, Over Alleged Currency Fraud
Delta, by the state Ministry of Agriculture for the establishment of an agroecology model farm, while one hectare was provided According to the prosecu- in 2026 to Oke-Agbe/Irun Farmers Group in Akoko North-West Kaduna H
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Datti Baba-Ahmed
he Peoples Redemption idential candidate’s entry ca- needs a leadership model Party has welcomed marked “a new dawn” for pable of moving the country T former Labour Party the party and for Nigerians beyond slogans to mea
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‘I Did Not Endorse Hamzat For Lagos 2027’ - Ajose Fires Back
campaign’s position, or the information, demanding r.
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D ized to speak on my behalf.” lete the material within 12
ship aspirant for for the 2027 elections.
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– David Mark that he had no involvement unsanctioned, and mali-
• Samuel in the decisions of the Lagos cious in intent.
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To Fail – Faction Leader Kachikwu
concerns over ongoing legal s p m a r y t r a p e h t s a e m ti l a i c u r c challenges.
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‘Strait Of Trump’ Repost
ormer US president Donald Trump has drawn attention F online after resharing a post suggesting that the Strait of Hormuz be renamed the “Strait of Trump”.
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re- likely intended to provoke Life Saving Treatment
action rather than signal policy.
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In Senegal by Iran and Oman, remains one
of the world’s most strategically ealth officials in Senegal abuse is discouraging some patients sensitive maritime corridors.
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Un Urges Stronger Disaster Resilience ous risk to efforts to control the She also raised concerns about me-
spread of HIV in the country.
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In March, authorities increased the status of suspects, which could expose To Honour Earthquake Victims
maximum jail term for same-sex rela- them to stigma and discrimination.
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Teen Arrested With 30 Tortoises Hidden At Bangkok Airport
laws.
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Olympafrica Centre Opens In Lagos
new chapter in Nigeria’s sporting future began on Wednesday as the A Olympafrica Centre was officially unveiled in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos, with stakeholders describing it as a major boost for grassroots sports development.
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STARS TO WATCH AT THE WORLD CUP weightlifting, as well as outdoor courts
“This centre should mark a turning point.” for basketball, volleyball and tennis.
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From Club Star To World
Gumel also revealed plans for a symbolic commencement of ground- residential estate on 60 per cent of work for the planned housing estate.
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nity engagement and participation. Stage: Olise Eyes World will evolve into an Olympic standard hub
According to him, commercialising within the next decade, producing athletes the centre will ensure it remains active capable of excelling at the Olympic year round, hosting competitions and Games, Commonwealth Games, Af
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Cup Impact With France “We want this facility to be active
With its blend of infrastructure, vision every day, with training, competi- and ambition, the centre signals a re- tions and community use.
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