Good morning. Here is today’s summary from TheMatrix Newspapers:
1. Insecurity: “Defend Yourself, Gov’t Can’t Do It Alone” – TY Danjuma
- Says Bandits, Terrorists Will Take Over If…
- Death Toll In Benue Attacks Hits 56
- Gov Alia Seeks FG Help
- They Want To Improvise Us, Take Our land – Youth Council
Insecurity has emerged as one of the gravest threats to Nigeria’s stability, growth, and national identity. From remote villages to bustling urban centers, no part of the northern state is spared from the devastating impact of terrorism, armed banditry, and secessionist movements. READ MORE
2. Easter Message: Keep Supporting Tinubu, Fubara Urges People of Rivers
- Says Nothing Can Separate Us From The Love Of God In Christ
On a quiet Easter celebration in Rivers State, with the scent of blooming hibiscus wafting through the humid air, Governor Siminalayi Fubara penned a message from a place of introspection and perhaps, resilience. READ MORE
3. Why Many Igbo Youths Are Reluctant to Join the Military
Historical grievances and systemic marginalisation have been attributed to be major reasons for the low turnout of Igbo youths in the ongoing army recruitment exercise. READ MORE
4. Drama Unfolds As Bauchi Deputy Governor Reportedly Slaps Foreign Minister At Emir’s Palace
A high-profile ceremony in Bauchi took a shocking turn on Friday when the state’s Deputy Governor, Auwal Jatau, allegedly slapped Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, in full view of dignitaries and royal guests. READ MORE
5. Nine People Rescued Alive After Three-Storey Building Collapses In Lagos”
Panic gripped residents of Ojodu-Berger in Lagos on Saturday morning after a three-storey building unexpectedly collapsed, trapping several people beneath the rubble. Thanks to swift emergency response, nine victims were rescued alive—all sustaining varying degrees of injuries. READ MORE
6. This Is Not The Time For Reckless Talk” — LP Disowns Datti Baba-Ahmed’s Statement On Tinubu
The Labour Party (LP) has broken its silence, publicly distancing itself from explosive comments made by its former vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, who recently questioned the legitimacy of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. READ MORE
7. Runway Repairs: Keyamo Orders Two-Week Closure Of Enugu Airport Over Safety Concerns
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), has voiced strong disapproval of the rehabilitation work carried out on the runway at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, declaring himself “not impressed” after a recent inspection of the site. READ MORE
8. End Of The Line: WhatsApp To Stop Working On These Phones From May 5, 2025
Time is ticking for millions of WhatsApp users still clinging to older smartphones. READ MORE
9. Nigeria’s Flamingos Soar High, Crush Algeria 4–0 In World Cup Qualifier Showdown
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, lit up Ikenne with a dazzling performance on Saturday, hammering Algeria 4-0 in the first leg of the final round of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. READ MORE
10. Renowned Gospel Singer, Big Bolaji Passes Away At 50
Renowned gospel singer and beloved radio personality Bolaji Adedotun Olanrewaju, widely known as Big Bolaji, has passed away at the age of 50. READ MORE
