Good morning! Here is today’s summary of yesterday’s top stories, as reported by GoNews Nigeria, to keep you informed and ahead.
1. The anticipated protest by members of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter, had not commenced at the time of reporting at the entrance of the Federal Capital Territory Secretariat in Abuja. Notwithstanding the delay, a substantial presence of security operatives was observed positioned across the entrance, near the headquarters of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, indicating heightened preparedness for the planned demonstration.
2. The Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved judgment in an appeal brought before it by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Taminu Turaki, seeking to overturn a ruling that invalidated the party’s national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State. A five-member panel of the court, presided over by Justice Garba Mohammed, announced that judgment would be delivered on a date to be communicated to all parties involved in the appeal.
3. The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a public warning regarding a rise in fraudulent communications and cyber-attack attempts targeting individuals, urging increased caution in digital engagements. The advisory was communicated in a statement by Hakama Sidi-Ali, who noted that misleading messages falsely attributed to the bank have been circulating across various platforms.
4. President Bola Tinubu has approved a series of appointments across key education agencies as part of efforts to strengthen institutions under the Federal Ministry of Education. The announcement was made in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, who noted that the changes affect agencies including the National Examinations Council and the National Board for Technical Education.
5. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered and dismantled two illegal production sites involved in the counterfeiting and adulteration of alcoholic beverages in Lagos State, seizing products valued at approximately ₦350 million. According to a statement shared by the agency, the operation was carried out following credible intelligence, leading to coordinated raids at Zamfara Plaza, Trade Fair Complex, and Lagos Island.
6. The Federal Government of Nigeria, in conjunction with state governments and local government councils, shared a total of N2.036 trillion as Federation Account revenue for March 2026. The figures were contained in a statement issued by the spokesperson for the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bala Mokwa.
7. The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative has partnered with major financial institutions to facilitate access to affordable credit for the conversion of vehicles to compressed natural gas (CNG), in a move aimed at reducing energy costs and accelerating adoption among low-income Nigerians. The initiative, which involves Moniepoint Microfinance Bank Limited, the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation, and the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited, seeks to eliminate the financial barriers associated with the upfront cost of conversion kits and installation.
8. Defections within the National Assembly of Nigeria have persisted, as four members of the House of Representatives Nigeria representing constituencies in Kano State have formally resigned their membership of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The announcement was made during plenary by the Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, after he read the official letters submitted by the lawmakers notifying the chamber of their decision.
9. The Nigerian military, operating under Operation HADIN KAI, has reportedly neutralised more than 30 terrorist elements linked to Islamic State West Africa Province during coordinated air interdiction missions in the Lake Chad area of Borno State.
10. Omah Lay has expressed strong confidence in his future, projecting that he will become the wealthiest African artist within the next few years. In an interview with Kiss Xtra, the 28-year-old artist spoke about his ambitions beyond music, including building systems capable of creating global impact.
