Day: April 27, 2026

Aviation fuel hike: Stakeholders seek FG’s intervention to ease 2026 Hajj operation

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Stakeholders on 2026 Hajj

Aviation stakeholders have called on the federal and state governments to urgently address the increase in aviation fuel prices to ease the transportation of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj. The stakeholders, under the aegis of ‘Concerned Aviation Stakeholders’, said something needs to be done immediately to save the 2026 Hajj operation from severe logistical and financial challenges, following the rising cost of aviation fuel. President of the group, Bukalti Usaman Gamawa, made the call in a statement yesterday, said that the skyrocketing cost of Jet-A1 aviation fuel had continued…

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FG, CAN flag-off ₦25bn chapel at Nnamdi Azikiwe Intn’l Airport

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FG, CAN Abuja airport

The Federal Government and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Saturday flagged-off the construction of a ₦25 billion ecumenical chapel and pilgrimage centre at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, opening a new chapter for faith-based facilities within Nigeria’s public infrastructure. The project, part of CAN’s 50th anniversary programme, is expected to provide travellers, pilgrims and airport workers with a dedicated space for prayer and reflection, while fitting into the government’s broader push to improve passenger experience at the country’s busiest airport. At the groundbreaking ceremony in Abuja, CAN President,…

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2027: Atiku raises alarm over alleged plot to disenfranchise northern voters

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Atiku raises alarm

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over reports that the 10th Senate is considering suspending political campaigns in eight Northern states over rising insecurity. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku described the move as troubling and potentially dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy. While acknowledging that insecurity remains a serious national challenge, he warned that it must not be used as a pretext to undermine Constitutional rights, or restrict democratic participation. “The right to vote and participate in the electoral process is…

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“Govt. that can’t secure lives has forfeited right to exist” – Obasanjo

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Obasanjo on Tinubu govt.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has issued a strong warning on governance and national security, declaring that any government unable to guarantee the safety of its citizens has effectively lost its legitimacy. Obasanjo made the statement during an interview on television while speaking on Nigeria’s security challenges, noting that the protection of lives and property remains the most fundamental responsibility of any state. He argued that when a government fails in this core duty, it can no longer justify its continued existence, stressing that insecurity undermines both governance and public trust.…

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INEC finally recognises Shehu Gabam-led SDP leadership

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INEC on Shehu Gabam SDP

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally recognised the Shehu Musa Gabam-led National Working Committee of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). INEC updated the party’s structure on its official website, listing Shehu Musa Gabam as National Chairman, and Dr. Olu Agunloye as National Secretary.  Other key members include: National Treasurer, Hajiya Maggie Mariam and National Legal Adviser, Barrister Aderemi Abimbola. The update carries the notation: “By Court Order” before the names of most executive members (except the National Secretary), in line with recent Court of Appeal judgments affirming Gabam’s…

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SERAP, NGE sue NBC over threats to sanction broadcasters

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SERAP, NGE sue NBC

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project and the Nigerian Guild of Editors have filed a lawsuit against the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over what they described as an “arbitrary, unconstitutional, and unlawful” threat to sanction broadcast stations and presenters. This was disclosed yesterday, in an issued statement jointly signed by SERAP Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, and General Secretary of the Nigerian Guild of Editors, Onuoha Ukeh. The suit, marked FHC/L/CS/854/2026 and filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos on April 24, 2026, challenges the NBC’s recent directive warning broadcasters…

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Resident doctors shelve strike, give FG conditions

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Resident doctors shelve strike

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its planned indefinite nationwide strike following fresh commitments by the Federal Government (FG) on allowances, arrears, and training funding. The decision was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held virtually on Saturday, April 26. The communiqué was jointly signed by the NARD President, Mohammad Suleiman; Secretary-General, Shuaibu Ibrahim; and Publicity and Social Secretary, Abdulmajid Ibrahim. According to the association, the decision followed high-level engagements with key government officials and stakeholders across…

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2027: Kwankwaso, Obi seek Northern support for joint ticket in ADC

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Kwankwaso, Obi seek Northern support

Former governors Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso are intensifying moves to secure a joint presidential ticket on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 elections. Sources within the party said the duo are rallying northern leaders around a proposed one-term power rotation deal to strengthen their chances. The strategy, according to insiders, is aimed at consolidating northern support for a southern presidency in 2027. They said Obi is being projected to serve a single term if the arrangement succeeds. The consultations are also seen as…

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