Author: Naija Daily News

By Deborah Nnamdi A coalition of prominent political figures, including former Senate President David Mark, led a mass protest to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja on Wednesday, demanding electoral accountability ahead of the 2027 general elections. Other notable figures at the protest included Peter Obi, Rauf Aregbesola, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye. The protest drew a large crowd of demonstrators who defied steady rainfall to converge on the INEC headquarters, signalling growing political tension as the next election cycle approaches. Participants had earlier assembled at Mark’s residence, where a morning…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old suspect, Abubakar Musa, for allegedly killing two persons and injuring three others in a knife attack in the Olámbe area of the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday, describing it as a violent outburst linked to a failed business deal. According to the police, the suspect attacked the victims with a knife after becoming agitated over an unsuccessful business transaction. The victims were reportedly attempting to calm him when the situation escalated. “Detectives of the Ajuwon Division…

Photo: Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan By Deborah Nnamdi Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed government officials to travel in a single bus during official engagements as part of measures to reduce fuel consumption, following rising fuel shortages linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The directive was announced on Wednesday during a swearing-in ceremony for government officials, where the president outlined new cost-saving steps aimed at managing the impact of soaring fuel prices. Under the new arrangement, only the president’s essential convoy—comprising her security escort, police vehicles, and a backup car—will be allowed to accompany her, while all…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tragedy struck in Ilorin, Kwara State, in the early hours of Tuesday, April 7, as a 30-year-old man, Olabosun Isiaka, lost his life in a fire outbreak reportedly caused by a fallen high-tension electricity wire. The incident occurred between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. in the Yakuba area, after a high-tension cable supplying power to the neighbourhood snapped, allegedly after prior warnings about its condition were ignored. An eyewitness, Seyi Adunbarin, said the faulty wire had shown signs of imminent collapse and had been reported to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) office in Ilorin, but no…

By Deborah Nnamdi Counsel to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Aloy Ejimakor, has confirmed that the appeal filed by his client, Nnamdi Kanu, against his terrorism conviction is actively progressing through the legal system. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ejimakor said the notice of appeal, filed in February 2026, has set in motion a structured legal process that will culminate in a decision by the Court of Appeal of Nigeria. He explained that the first stage—the compilation and transmission of the Record of Appeal by the Federal High Court, Abuja—has already been completed. The record…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Dangote Refinery has reduced the ex-gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by N75, bringing the new rate to N1,200 per litre, according to industry sources on Wednesday. The adjustment comes weeks after the refinery increased its petrol price to about N1,275 per litre, citing volatility in global oil markets that had pushed up supply costs. The latest reduction follows a significant drop in international crude oil prices. Brent crude futures fell to $95.05 per barrel, representing a 13 per cent decline, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped to $97.18, down nearly 14 per cent.…

By Deborah Nnamdi A tragic incident marred this year’s Good Friday observance in Ugep, as a Mass Communication graduate and church actor, Michael Obeten, lost his life during a Passion of Christ performance. Obeten, a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church Ugep, was reportedly killed when a locally made firework malfunctioned while he was coaching younger participants in the reenactment. The incident occurred during the dramatization of the crucifixion, a key moment in the Passion play marking Good Friday. According to eyewitness accounts, a local explosive device known as “oginigbo,” intended to simulate a thunderous effect, misfired and struck…

By Deborah Nnamdi Four persons, including an elderly man and his two sons, have been killed in a suspected witchcraft-related attack in Imande-Dem community, Uvir Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area. The attack, which reportedly occurred around 2 a.m. on Tuesday, has heightened tension in the area, with residents calling for justice for the victims. A source in the community said the elderly man, whose identity was not disclosed, had been accused by some kinsmen of being responsible for the recent death of a young man in the village, whose burial was scheduled for Wednesday. According to a resident…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for a thorough investigation into allegations that senior officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) received land and cash gifts from a serving minister in the administration of Bola Tinubu, warning that the claims could undermine public confidence in the country’s electoral system. The party said the reports, which emerged last week and continue to generate public debate, raise serious concerns about the independence and credibility of the electoral body at a critical political period. In a statement issued by its factional National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the PDP…

By Deborah Nnamdi U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, in a dramatic last-minute move aimed at de-escalating a six-week conflict that has claimed thousands of lives across multiple countries. The agreement, announced late Tuesday, came less than two hours before a deadline set by Trump for Tehran to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz or face extensive attacks on its civilian infrastructure. The ceasefire followed mediation efforts by Asim Munir and Shehbaz Sharif, with Sharif confirming that both the U.S. and Iranian delegations have been invited to talks in Islamabad. Under the terms…