Author: Opalim Lifted

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…

At least 21 people have been killed in a fresh terrorists attack on Bunkasau village in Bukkuyum Local Government Area, deepening fears over worsening insecurity in Zamfara State. Residents said heavily armed assailants stormed the community late Friday night, riding on motorcycles and shooting indiscriminately at villagers. The terrorists reportedly abducted several residents, mostly women and children, and made away with livestock during the raid. A local resident, who spoke to reporters, described the aftermath as devastating, saying many victims were discovered on Saturday morning. “It’s unfortunate. We woke up to find many people dead. At least 21 have been…

The Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has cautioned its members against night driving, citing rising insecurity and road risks. The warning came as the union affirmed Mathias Ote as its substantive national chairman during the group’s national executive council (NEC) meeting in Warri over the weekend. Ote will succeed Augustine Egbon, the immediate past chairman of the union, who died last year. Speaking to members, Ote cautioned tanker drivers against night travel, citing rising security risks and poor road conditions across the country. “The risks associated with night driving…

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has provided an update on its ongoing paramilitary recruitment exercise, stating that no screening is scheduled at the moment. The board’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), Juliet Okeh, disclosed this in a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja. Okeh was reacting to information circulating on some media platforms about a screening exercise allegedly fixed for April 15 in Kano. She described the report as “fake” and advised the public to disregard it, noting that any official update on the recruitment process would be communicated through verified channels.…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has outlined 10 key changes to Bank Verification Number (BVN) rules, set to take effect from May 1, as part of efforts to curb fraud and strengthen digital banking processes. The updated guidelines will affect how customers access mobile banking, switch devices, and manage their BVN details. The 10 key changes include: Mobile banking apps will be restricted to one device at a time. Logging in on a new device will automatically log out the previous device. Switching devices will require additional verification before access is granted. Suspicious BVNs will be placed on a…