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Abia Archbishop Seeks Responsible Leadership From FG

04.04.2026

….charges Christians to rise above fear, hopelessness The Archbishop of the Ecclesiastical Province of Aba and Bishop of Isiala Ngwa South Diocese, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Isaac Nwaobia, has charged the Federal Government and all leaders in authority to provide responsible, sacrificial, and people-centred leadership for Nigerians. Nwaobia, who also urged the government to prioritise...

Sokoto CP Deploys Security, Urges Officers To Be Public-Friendly

04.04.2026

Sokoto State Commissioner of Police (CP) Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, has deployed the Command’s operational assets for this year’s Easter celebration. According to DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, PPRO, Sokoto Command, necessary security measures are in place to ensure public order, safety, and security. It noted that security personnel have been strategically deployed to places of worship, event...

A’Ibom Charts Roadmap For Stable Electricity Supply

04.04.2026

The Akwa Ibom State Government has taken fresh steps to address the long-standing electricity challenges in the state, following up on discussions held at the Power Summit in September 2025 at Four Points by Sheraton, Uyo. Governor Umo Eno convened a joint meeting of the State Executive Council and Chairmen of all 31 Local Government...

30-Year-Old Emerges APC Chairmanship Candidate In Edo

04.04.2026

A 30-year-old Anthony Osarobo has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairmanship candidate for the Edo State Local Government Election scheduled for July. His emergence was announced by the chairmanship and councillorship election committee, chaired by Hon. Charity Amanyaevbo, the Edo State Commissioner for Youth Affairs. Osarobo pulled a total of 3,020 votes to...

Revamping Nigeria’s Refining Capacity, Getting Renewed Focus

04.04.2026

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has said there is renewed focus on revamping Nigeria’s refining capacity through strategic partnerships, alongside ongoing efforts geared towards the start-up and optimal functioning of government-owned refineries. PETROAN National President, Dr Billy Gillis-Harry, stated that the association believes that the timely operationalisation of these refineries...

My Lavish Spending Nearly Made Me Bankrupt

03.04.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed, popularly known as Bella Shmurda, has revealed he almost went broke due to his extravagant lifestyle. Speaking in an interview with YouTuber, Korty EO, Shmurda claimed that supporting and accommodating his friends’ extravagant lifestyles depleted his finances. The singer further revealed that he made careless financial mistakes and bought...

Omah Lay Releases New Album “Clarity Of Mind.”

03.04.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has released his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Clarity of Mind’, on all streaming platforms. New Telegraph reports that the 12-track album showcases Omah Lay’s own approach with a mix of Afro-fusion sounds and reflective lyrics. Among the songs in the album are “Artificial Happiness,”...

Lagos Moves To Enforce Workers’ Compensation Compliance

03.04.2026

The Lagos State Government has signalled plans to make compliance with the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS), a mandatory requirement for contractors and organisations doing business with the state, in a move aimed at strengthening worker protection and institutional accountability. The Nigerian Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) disclosed the proposal during a courtesy visit by its...

Nigeria Wastes 38m Tonnes Of Food Annually, EU, FG, UNIDO Raise Alarm

03.04.2026

The European Union (EU) has revealed that Nigeria wastes about 38 million tonnes of food annually, the highest on the African continent, as it joined the Federal Government and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to demand urgent action to curb food waste and promote sustainable consumption. The partners warned that massive food waste...

Alaafin Donates Hospital Beds, Equipment To Oyo Muslim Community

03.04.2026

In recognition of the significance of affordable healthcare, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade 1, the Alaafin of Oyo, has donated hospital beds and other equipment to the Oyo Muslim Community. This is contained in a statement signed by Bode Durojaiye, his Director of Media and Publicity, while speaking at the equipment donation event...