April 2026 – Page 197

Gani Adams Urges Stakeholders To Protect Nigeria’s Political System

11.04.2026

The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, on Thursday, reaffirmed his commitment to democratic ideals while calling on stakeholders to safeguard the nation’s political system and prevent actions that could lead to unrest. While raising concerns over what he described as growing threats to Nigeria’s democracy, Adams said those who fought for Nigeria’s...

Vivacity Development Convenes Investors Connect To Strengthen Capital Pathways

11.04.2026

Vivacity Development, in collaboration with First Founders and Codub Consulting, successfully convened Investors Connect 2026, a high-level platform designed to bridge the gap between visionary founders, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders working to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship across emerging markets. The gathering brought together a diverse community of venture capital leaders, startup founders, policy experts,...

Olaide Olabanji Urges Kwara Residents To Avoid Large Gatherings

11.04.2026

Nollywood actor and producer Olaide Olabanji has issued a public safety warning to residents of Kwara State, urging them to avoid large religious gatherings over security concerns. Olabanji, who gave this warning in a video shared on his Instagram page, stressed the need for vigilance amid rising fears of attacks on crowded worship centres. Speaking to...

I’m Working Towards Being Perfect As Jesus

11.04.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats star, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has sparked social media conversation after opening up about her personal relationship with God and her views on religion. Speaking during a recent livestream with Jarvis, the singer explained that while her faith is strong, her spiritual journey goes beyond simply attending church services....

Tobi Makinde Breaks Silence On Fallout With Funke Akindele

11.04.2026

Nollywood actor, Tobi Makinde, has finally addressed the swirling rumours about a supposed fallout between him and prolific Nigerian filmmaker Funke Akindele. Speaking during a recent BBC interview, the actor dismissed the speculation, pointing fingers at social media for creating narratives that don’t exist. According to the actor, there’s no drama behind the scenes. Makinde stressed...

2027: AMG Seeks Students’ Support For Tinubu’s Re-election

11.04.2026

A group campaigning for the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Ondo State, the Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG), has appealed to students of tertiary institutions in the state to support the reelection of President Tinubu to ensure continuity of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). The Director General of AMG, Asiwaju Muyiwa Asagunla, told...

Kano Lawmaker, Hassan Danjuma Is Dead

11.04.2026

A member of the House of Representatives, Hassan Danjuma, representing Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency of Kano State, is dead. Saturday Telegraph gathered that Danjuma, a first-time legislator elected in 2023, was reportedly in good health just days before his passing and had attended a meeting at Kwankwaso’s residence in Abuja on Tuesday. Recall that the...

Expert Warns African Leaders Against Reliance On Russian Mercenaries

11.04.2026

Retired Kenyan, Colonel Seth Sheva, has delivered a scathing assessment of Russia’s Africa Corps, declaring that the much-feared mercenaries are failing to secure the African countries that pay them despite their reputation for extreme violence. In a statement, Sheva argued that “for all their swagger, intimidating appearance and reputation for extreme violence, the Africa Corps...

Mid-Cap Stocks Lead As Top 10 Equities Drive N312.9bn Gain In Q1 2026

11.04.2026

Nigeria’s equities market opened 2026 on a strong footing, with mid-cap and growth-oriented stocks dominating the top gainers’ chart and delivering a combined N312.9 billion increase in the first quarter. The performance showed sustained investor appetite for fundamentally sound counters amid improving market conditions. The rally in the top 10 equities aligns with the broader...

UN Report: Nigeria, Others Face Sharper Growth Slowdown Amid M’East Conflict

11.04.2026

Nigeria and other African economies face the risk of a sharper growth slowdown this year following the war in the Middle East, with prolonged disruption to trade, energy and fertiliser supplies threatening to ripple across the continent. The report by two United Nations (UN) agencies; the African Union (AU) and the African Development Bank, said...