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Kenya’s President William Ruto has called for urgent and sweeping reforms of the African Union (AU), warning that the continental body is no longer capable of meeting Africa’s current and future needs. Speaking at the Mashariki Cooperation Conference in Mombasa, where he addressed intelligence and security chiefs from across Africa, Ruto said he had been tasked by fellow heads of state to lead efforts to review and transform AU institutions. He argued that the organisation must be fundamentally restructured if it is to effectively support Africa’s development ambitions and respond to emerging political, economic and security challenges. “My colleagues, heads…

The United States (US) has commended Nigeria for accelerating the prosecution of terrorism-related cases following the conviction of 386 suspects in recent mass trials. In a statement published via X on Sunday, Massad Boulos said Washington welcomed the development, describing it as a significant step toward strengthening accountability and justice. “The United States commends the Nigerian government for its strong commitment to expediting trials addressing terrorism and related crimes. We welcome the convictions of 386 Islamist militants in cases that had previously faced significant delays in the courts,” the statement reads. “We believe that timely and transparent legal processes are…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially released what it calls updated lists of its Convention Committee and subcommittees ahead of its forthcoming national convention. In a statement issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the update is aimed at strengthening coordination and ensuring a smooth and credible convention. In the official list, former Cross River State Governor, Senator Liyel Imoke, will chair the convention, while former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, will serve as vice chairman. Dr Ajuji Ahmed will serve as secretary. The official announcement confirms the composition of the National Convention…

Troops of the joint task force (north-east) Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 15-year-old suspect over his alleged involvement in a deadly attack in Borno state. The suspect, identified simply as Tijjani, was apprehended on Sunday while reportedly on his way to purchase food for members of his group. Military sources said Tijjani is linked to the attack that led to the killing of Oseni Braimah, a brigadier general, and three other soldiers. Braimah, commander of the 29 task force brigade under operation Hadin Kai, was killed on Thursday during an attack on a military base by suspected Boko Haram…

Nigeria’s political tensions are set to escalate as the Supreme Court of Nigeria has fixed Tuesday to hear three crucial appeals stemming from leadership crises rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Two of the appeals were filed by a PDP faction led by Kabiru Turaki, while the third was instituted by former Senate President, David Mark, who is also a factional National Chairman of the ADC. The cases challenge recent rulings of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, intensifying internal disputes within both parties. The PDP faction’s appeals—SC/CV/166/2026 and SC/CV/164/2026—arose from judgments delivered on…

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has accused Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State of plotting to remove Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the Olubadan of Ibadan. In a post on X, Fayose stated that the move to dethrone Oba Ladoja by the Makinde administration will commence this week. According to him, the government will cite Oba Ladoja’s absence from the coronation of High Chiefs in Ibadanland as a reason for the dethronement action. The former governor wrote, “I heard reliably that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is plotting the removal of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rahidi Adewolu…

The Federal Government has refuted reports suggesting that the Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, admitted flaws in Nigeria’s newly introduced tax laws, describing such claims as inaccurate and misleading. In a post made on his X page on Sunday, the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee said the reports misrepresented the minister’s comments and created a false narrative about the reforms. The committee clarified that Oyedele did not call for any pending legislative probe, noting that the review process for the tax laws had already been concluded, with certified copies published by the National Assembly of Nigeria…

A Ugandan supporter of Arsenal Football Club has formally notified the club of his intention to initiate legal action, accusing it of professional negligence, tactical incompetence, and causing emotional distress. In a “Notice of Intent to Sue” dated April 11 and addressed to the club’s headquarters at Highbury House in London, Eric Kyama said the club’s recent performance against AFC Bournemouth amounted to a “fundamental breach of the implied contract between the club and its global fanbase.” The letter, which Kyama shared on social media platform X and copied to several international media organisations, outlined a series of allegations against…

Phyno, the Nigerian rapper known for hits like “Do I,” is venturing into the sexual health market with his new condom brand, “Okpu by Alobam.” The artiste shared the news via Instagram, posting a picture showcasing two different types of condoms. “Okpu by Alobam @okpubyalobam coming soon. Stay strapped,” he wrote. The rapper did not, however, reveal an official launch date or further details about the product line. Phyno started his career as a producer in 2003 and is renowned for rapping in the Igbo language. The rapper has also received several awards and recognitions for his craft. Davido, Phyno,…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to order a probe into the alleged disappearance of ₦2.9 billion from two critical government agencies. In a letter dated 11 April 2026, SERAP urged the President to direct the Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, alongside the management of Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) and the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA), to explain the whereabouts of the funds. The group also asked the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, and anti-corruption agencies to investigate the allegations and ensure that any missing money is recovered and…