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Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has explained that insecurity in the country often intensifies during political periods due to a mix of internal sabotage and external support for violent groups. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television on Tuesday, April 14, Musa described the situation as a complex conflict against a persistent and highly motivated enemy. According to him, insurgents benefit from assistance beyond Nigeria’s borders and operate with little regard for consequences, making them difficult to defeat. He also highlighted the role of informants within communities, noting that some civilians provide sensitive information that enables attackers to carry out coordinated assaults. Musa revealed that such intelligence-sharing allows insurgents to outnumbe...

A medical doctor, Ere Siana Sintei Ogbachi, d!ed  after successfully delivering triplets in Bayelsa State.  Ere, an obstetrician-gynecologist, OBGYN, gave birth at the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital (NDUTH) in Okolobiri, Yenagoa. Her brother, Meshack Sintei, who confirmed the sad news in a Facebook post on Wednesday, April 15, said she suffered complications shortly after delivery and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, where a team of doctors, experts and specialists battled to save her life.  Sadly, she passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, April 14, 2026.  “After she successfully gave birth to Triplet at the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital (NDUTH) in Okolobiri, Yenagoa LGA Bayelsa State, complications a...

President Bola Tinubu has stated that outdated tax laws inherited from the colonial era played a major role in deepening economic hardship and poverty among Nigerians. This was disclosed in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, during the commissioning of the 16-storey headquarters of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) in Abuja. According to the statement, Tinubu explained that his administration’s newly introduced tax reforms are aimed at building a more inclusive, investment-friendly, and people-focused system capable of driving sustainable economic growth. He noted that the new framework, which became fully operational in January, is intended to replace outdated colonial structures and strengthen the country’s fiscal foundation. Ref...

The Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has stated that Nigeria’s economic outlook has improved and is growing faster than that of the UK and the US. Bwala said this on his X handle while reacting to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) World Economic Outlook released in April 2026. According to the IMF report, Nigeria’s economy is projected to grow by 4.1% in 2026, surpassing the United States (2.3%), the United Kingdom (0.8%), Germany (0.8%), and South Africa (1.0%). Growth is also forecast at 4.3% in 2027, placing Nigeria among the stronger performers in Sub-Saharan Africa, where the regional average is projected at 4.3% for 2026. In his post, Bwala Bwala attributed the outlook to ongoing reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s...

Recent reports indicate that extremist groups linked to Boko Haram and its faction, the Islamic State West Africa Province, have issued threats targeting Christian communities in parts of Nigeria, warning them to convert to Islam or face violent attacks.According to multiple sources, propaganda messages attributed to ISWAP claimed that Christians are considered “legitimate targets” and could “spare their lives” by converting to Islam or paying a religious tax. Escalating Threats and ViolenceSecurity analysts say the threats are part of a broader pattern of attacks against civilians in northern Nigeria. In recent months, several communities have been targeted in coordinated assaults, often resulting in deaths, destruction of homes, and displacement of residents.In one reported case earli...

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to further strengthen its fire safety infrastructure, following the commissioning of a new fire station as part of broader projects aimed at boosting public safety and development. In a statement, the government said the projects were unveiled during a two-day commissioning exercise held from April 8 to 9, 2026, under the administration of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu. The event was conducted on behalf of Bola Ahmed Tinubu by Godswill Akpabio. One of the major highlights is the Tolu School Complex in Olodi Apapa, Ajegunle, within Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area. The facility includes 36 schools, a modern fire station, and a stadium featuring 19 mini football pitches. Authorities noted that integrating a fire station into...

A coroner’s court in Lagos State has adjourned proceedings in the inquest into the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, setting May 5 for a definite hearing. The adjournment was announced on Tuesday by Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji, who is overseeing the inquiry initiated by the Lagos State Judiciary. The session took place at the JIC Taylor Courthouse in Igbosere, although earlier hearings were held at the Magistrates’ Court in Yaba. At a previous sitting on February 25, the court had directed Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital to begin its defence by presenting witnesses, while all parties were instructed to file and exchange sworn witness statements before the April 14 hearing. However, proceedings were delayed after the court o...

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has attributed the rising insecurity in the country to the forthcoming 2027 elections.  Speaking at the official launch of the Nigerian Revenue Service Corporate Headquarters  in Abuja, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Akpabio said President Bola Tinubu is performing so well and those opposed to him do not know what to do than to sponsor insecurity.  He said immediately after the election, insecurity will be a thing of the past. “Insecurity is increasing because election is coming, because people don’t know what to do again. Immediately after election, two weeks after election, the insecurity will stop. The insecurity is being sponsored by people,” he said.  Mocking the opposition for being in disarray, Akpabio aimed a dig Peter ...

The Federal High Court has granted bail to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai. El-Rufai had been in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) prior to the court’s decision. The update was shared on Tuesday by political commentator Imran Wakili via a post on X, where he confirmed that the court approved the bail. According to reports, the former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory is currently facing trial over alleged corruption during his time as governor of Kaduna State. More details are expected soon.

The body of a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), identified simply as Joseph, has been discovered in his room in Benue State, two days after he reportedly passed away in his sleep. The incident was made public by a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Takema Akom Smith, who shared the information in a Facebook post on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. According to him, Joseph died quietly in his sleep. Before his death, Joseph was serving at a rehabilitation hospital in Mkar, located in Gboko Local Government Area. Takema described the late corps member as a familiar face, noting that Joseph was a regular visitor to his restaurant. He also mentioned taking a photo of him at the entrance during one of his visits.