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Shehu Gabam: No Political Party Is Perfect, Challenges Can Strengthen Parties Ahead of 2027

NewsDeskNgApr 29, 2026April 29, 20260

SDP National Chairman, Shehu Gabam, says internal party disputes are normal and can strengthen political parties rather than destroy them. The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party, (SDP), Shehu Gabam has defended the internal challenges facing the party, saying disagreements and crises are common in every major political organisation....

Nigeria Introduces National Textbook Ranking System For Schools

NewsDeskNgApr 29, 2026April 29, 20260

FG unveils textbook ranking system to standardise quality, limit approved materials, and strengthen curriculum compliance across Nigerian schools. The Federal Government has introduced a National Textbook Ranking System for primary, junior, and senior secondary schools as part of efforts to improve quality assurance and standardisation in Nigeria’s education sector. In...

Think Tank Says Tinubu’s Reforms Driving Higher Revenue In Real Sector

NewsDeskNgApr 29, 2026April 29, 20260

IMPI says Tinubu’s reforms have boosted real sector revenues, citing improved profitability among major Nigerian companies. A policy think tank group, Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI), on Tuesday submitted that the reform policies of the government at the centre led by President Bola Tinubu have culminated in high revenue...

FIFA To Issue Red Cards For Mouth-Covering Confrontations At World Cup

NewsDeskNgApr 29, 2026April 29, 20260

FIFA will issue red cards to players who cover their mouths during confrontations at this summer’s World Cup. Football’s law-makers have approved a new rule mandating red cards for players who cover their mouths during confrontations at this summer’s FIFA World Cup, as authorities move to clamp down on abusive...

PSG Beat Bayern 5-4 In Nine-Goal Thriller To Take Semi-Final First-Leg Lead

NewsDeskNgApr 29, 2026April 29, 20260

PSG beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in Paris in a nine-goal Champions League semi-final first-leg clash, with Dembele and Kvaratskhelia each scoring a brace. Paris Saint-Germain beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a Champions League semi-final first leg in Paris. The match produced 9 goals, with both sides scoring at least 4...

Kano North Group Rejects Alleged Plot To Replace Barau Jibrin, Backs Re-election

NewsDeskNgApr 28, 2026April 28, 20260

A Kano North group has opposed moves to replace Barau Jibrin, reaffirming support for his re-election ahead of 2027 polls. A group in Kano North Senatorial District has kicked against an alleged plot to replace Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin with former Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development...

Tinubu Hails Mike Adenuga At 73, Praises Business Legacy And Philanthropy

NewsDeskNgApr 28, 2026April 28, 20260

President Bola Tinubu celebrates Mike Adenuga at 73, commending his business impact, philanthropy, and contributions to Nigeria’s development. President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to renowned business mogul and philanthropist, Dr Mike Adenuga as he clocks 73 on Wednesday. The President, in a seven-paragraph birthday tribute, described Adenuga as...

Fubara Assures Completion Of Creek Road Market By January 2027

NewsDeskNgApr 28, 2026April 28, 20260

Rivers State Governor Fubara says the reconstruction of Creek Road Market in Port Harcourt will be completed by January 2027 Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has assured residents that the ongoing reconstruction of the popular Creek Road Market in the Township area of Port Harcourt will be completed and ready...

Senate Seeks Overhaul Of Police Trust Fund, Expands Funding Sources

NewsDeskNgApr 28, 2026April 28, 20260

Nigeria’s Senate has proposed a new funding model to strengthen police operations and improve national security capacity. The Senate is considering a bill to repeal and re-enact the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (Establishment) Act, 2025 aimed at creating multiple funding sources for the police to address chronic challenges that undermined...

Peter Obi, Makinde Hold Closed-Door Talks On 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgApr 28, 2026April 28, 20260

Peter Obi says consultations with Governor Seyi Makinde focused on building a united, secure and productive Nigeria ahead of 2027. As opposition consultations continue to gather pace ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election and a key figure in the coalition...