World’s Oldest Cameroon’s President, Paul Biya, Appoints Son as Vice President
President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest sitting head of state, has appointed his son, Franck Emmanuel Biya, as Vice President of Cameroon and Head of the Armed Forces. The announcement, made via an official presidential decree dated April 4, 2026,…
Broadcasters ban Wike for threatening to shoot Channels Television’s Seun Okinbaloye
The Independent Broadcast Association of Nigeria (IBAN) on Sunday announced the boycott of press briefings by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, until he retracts his threat to shoot Channels Television journalist, Mr. Seun Okinbaloye, and tender…
“I’m Not Afraid” — Seun Okinbaloye Reacts After Wike’s Controversial Statement Sparks Outrage
Channels TV host Seun Okinbaloye has said he is “not afraid” of Nyesom Wike following controversial remarks made by the minister. Wike had earlier said he would have “broken his TV screen and shot” the journalist over comments suggesting that…
Resident Doctors begin nationwide strike Tuesday
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has announced plans to commence a total and indefinite strike from 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, over the alleged decision by the Federal Government to halt the Professional Allowance Table (PAT)….
Tinubu inaugurates Gateway airport, commends Dapo Abiodun’s ‘visionary leadership‘
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday inaugurated the Gateway International Airport in Iperu, Ogun state, along with the new Gateway airline. Tinubu commended Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun, for his “visionary leadership and effective use of resources”. “I sincerely appreciate the…
Nkeiruka Onyejeocha resigns as minister of state for labour — third to quit after Tinubu’s directive
Nkeiruka Onyejeocha resigns as minister of state for labour — third to quit after Tinubu’s directive Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, minister of state for labour and employment, has resigned from her position. Onyejeocha announced her resignation on Friday in a letter…
‘You are not the court’ — ADC fires back at INEC chairman over congress warning
‘You are not the court’ — ADC fires back at INEC chairman over congress warning The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised Joash Amupitan, chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), over his comments on the party’s planned congresses…
INEC Begins Nationwide Voter Revalidation April 13
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that it will begin a nationwide voter revalidation exercise on April 13, 2026, in what it describes as a critical step to clean up Nigeria’s voter register and safeguard the integrity of future…
Widows in Jos Protest Killings, Reject Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Elections
A group of widows in Jos have staged a protest over the continued wave of violence in Plateau State, vowing not to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The women, who lost their husbands and relatives…
Ebonyi monarch shot dead in his palace
Unknown Gunmen have killed the traditional ruler of Ishinkwor community, Onicha Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, HRH Jesophat Ikegwu. The incident occurred on Wednesday night in his palace. Sources in the community told News Express that the gunmen invaded…