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A 37-year-old man, Opeyemi Olaniyan, has been arrested for allegedly killing Ayomide Oyekunle, 27, during a fight at a beer parlour in Agbado, Ifo local government area of Ogun State. The incident reportedly began over a N25,000 debt. Olaniyan allegedly became violent when he did not receive the money owed and used a broken bottle to stab Oyekunle in the hand and stomach. The victim was rushed to Strong Tower Hospital, Giwa Oke Aro, but died while receiving treatment. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the arrest, noting the suspect is in police custody. The deceased’s body…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of creating obstacles that could prevent the party from fielding candidates for the 2027 elections. In a statement by National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC urged INEC to reverse its stance, resume accepting lawful correspondence from the party, and uphold a level playing field for all political groups. At the centre of the dispute is INEC’s decision to stop receiving correspondence from the ADC pending a Federal High Court ruling. The party says this seemingly procedural move clashes with strict timelines under the Electoral Act…

Burkina Faso’s military forces have killed at least 1,255 civilians, including 193 children, between January 2023 and April 2025, according to a new report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The report accuses government troops and allied militia, the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), of carrying out widespread abuses during dozens of operations across the country. HRW said the violations include unlawful killings, summary executions, torture, destruction of homes, and large-scale looting of livestock. “These abuses have also resulted in hundreds of thousands of people being displaced,” the organisation noted, adding that many fled to safer regions or…

US President Donald Trump has issued a strongly worded warning to Iran, urging the Islamic Republic to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. In a Truth Social post on Sunday, Trump said, “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.” “There will be nothing like it!!! Open the Strait, or you’ll be living in hell — just watch!” The president’s remarks mark a dramatic escalation of his threats to the Middle Eastern country, coming barely 24 hours after earlier warnings over the strait. Earlier in March, Tehran said the strait — one of…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended Easter greetings to Christians in Nigeria and worldwide, pledging to safeguard their freedom of worship amid rising violence in parts of Nigeria. In a Sunday post on X, Netanyahu said: “To our Christian friends in Israel, the United States and around the world, we wish you a blessed and joyful Easter. Christians are persecuted across the Middle East, in Syria, Lebanon, Nigeria, Turkey and beyond.” He added that Israel remains “unwavering” in defending life and liberty, ensuring “every believer can pray in peace.” Netanyahu singled out Nigeria, where recent attacks have targeted mainly Christian…

Lincoln City will be playing second-tier football next season for the first time since 1961 after Jack Moylan scored a 96th-minute winner to secure victory at Reading and promotion to the Championship. Needing just a point to confirm their passage into the second tier for the 2026-27 campaign, Moylan claimed his late winner after Royals midfielder Lewis Wing had cancelled out Ryan One’s early opener for the Imps. The result was enough to give Michael Skubala’s side an unassailable 19-point lead in League One over third-placed Bradford City. Lincoln also stretched their unbeaten league run to 24 games having not…

Three Nigerians denied entry at OR Tambo International Airport have been cleared and returned to Lagos after diplomatic intervention by authorities in both countries. The incident began on Sunday when a Nigerian traveller, identified as Yemi, claimed on social media that he and others were “unlawfully detained” despite holding valid visas and travel documents. He alleged that officials singled them out, confiscated a phone, and initially blocked their request to book a return flight. However, South African immigration authorities later confirmed that the individuals had departed the country, stressing that the action was taken under strict enforcement of immigration laws.…

Fresh waves of violence have shattered Easter celebrations across Nigeria, as coordinated attacks in Benue, Kaduna and Borno states left several people dead, many abducted and communities destroyed. The renewed bloodshed comes barely a week after the deadly Palm Sunday attack in Plateau State, raising serious concerns over the country’s worsening security crisis. In Benue State, at least 17 residents were reportedly killed in Mbalom, Gwer East Local Government Area, when gunmen stormed the community during Easter celebrations. Witnesses said the attackers opened fire on villagers and set homes ablaze, forcing many to flee into nearby bushes. Hyacinth Alia condemned…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) over its failure to investigate allegations of alterations in the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill and the Tax Reform Bills. It is alleged that certain lawmakers improperly removed key sections on the electronic transmission of election results from the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill during plenary and unlawfully altered aspects of the tax reform bills. In suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/634/2026, filed last week at the Federal High Court in Abuja, SERAP is seeking an order of mandamus to compel the CCB to probe allegations that…

The Nigerian Army has rescued 31 worshippers abducted during an Easter church service attack in Ariko village, Kaduna state. The incident occurred on Sunday when suspected terrorists stormed an ECWA church during Easter celebrations, abducting dozens of congregants. In a statement, the army said troops responded swiftly after receiving a distress call from the community. Soldiers, working closely with local residents, tracked the attackers into nearby bush paths and engaged them in a fierce gun battle. According to the army, the troops overpowered the assailants, forcing them to abandon 31 hostages. One of the rescued victims sustained injuries and is…