Good morning! Here is today’s summary of yesterday’s top stories, as reported by GoNews Nigeria, to keep you informed and ahead.
1. Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians of his administration’s commitment to strengthening security and sustaining progress, expressing confidence that the country will ultimately defeat terrorism. He made this known during the commissioning of key projects in Ogun State, including security vehicles, the Gateway International Airport in Iperu, newly acquired aircraft under Gateway Air, tractors, and electric bikes introduced as part of the state’s mobility initiative.
2. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State has called on both federal and state authorities to urgently address rising hardship and insecurity affecting residents. In an Easter message titled ‘Be Hopeful, Be Resilient, Be Compassionate’, the state CAN Chairman, Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, urged Christians to demonstrate love and generosity by supporting widows, orphans, and other vulnerable groups.
3. The Kano State Government has dismissed claims made by former commissioner Shehu Wada Sagagi regarding the political decision of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing the remarks as unfounded and misleading. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the government rejected allegations that the governor’s move was driven by fear of failing to secure a second-term ticket under the New Nigeria Peoples Party.
4. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has responded to criticism from presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, insisting it will not be intimidated by what it described as illegitimate directives. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party rejected claims that it was acting unlawfully, stressing that it simply chose not to follow instructions it considers invalid.
5. The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has suspended its industrial action against Seplat Energy following progress in negotiations over workers’ welfare. The decision was communicated in a notice circulated to union members across its branches nationwide after renewed discussions with the company’s management.
6. A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to support whoever emerges as the party’s presidential candidate, regardless of age. Speaking in an interview with Deutsche Welle Hausa, Atiku dismissed concerns that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could undermine the party, noting that the ADC continues to gain traction and attract members across the country.
7. The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun Area Command, has announced a major boost in export activities for March 2026, recording a 266 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Details shared by the command’s spokesperson, Chado Zakari, revealed that export volume rose to 277.8 metric tonnes with a Free on Board value of $383,100, up from 20 metric tonnes valued at $104,600 in March 2025.
8. Violence in Plateau State is once again drawing national attention, and the Nigeria chapter of the International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust is raising urgent concerns. The group says the situation has reached a critical point, calling on authorities to act with fairness, accountability, and a clear sense of responsibility to all citizens.
9. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has dismissed reports claiming that the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has been postponed, describing the information as false and misleading. In a statement released on Saturday, the examination body urged candidates and the public to ignore the circulating notice, stressing that it did not originate from the board.
10. A member of the Gombe State House of Assembly, Yakubu Daniel, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), further strengthening the ruling party’s hold on the state legislature.
