Good morning. Here is today’s summary from TheMatrix Newspapers:
1. ADC Goes Global Over INEC Row
- Moves to Deploy Envoys in 12 World Capitals
- Demands INEC Chairman’s Removal
- Alleges Democratic Backsliding
- Flags 2027 Elections Concerns
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched an international diplomatic offensive, unveiling plans to appoint special envoys in 12 major foreign cities to draw global attention to what it described as “growing undemocratic practices” and mounting attacks on opposition figures in Nigeria. READ MORE
2. Wike ‘Shoot’ Remark Sparks Firestorm
- Minister Backtracks After Threat to Channels TV Anchor
- Aide Calls Comment ‘Hyperbolic’
The office of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Saturday moved swiftly to douse mounting outrage following the minister’s controversial remark that he would have “shot” Channels Television anchor, Seun Okinbaloye, over comments made on national television. READ MORE
3. Tinubu Inaugurates N73bn Customs Complex in Ogun
- Customs Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘A’ new site in Iperu, Ogun
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday inaugurated a N73 billion legacy project comprising 142 buildings for the Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘A’ of the Nigeria Customs Service. READ MORE
4. Step Aside If You Can’t Protect Lives,” PFN Warns FG Over Jos Violence
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has called on the Federal Government to urgently end the recurring killings in Jos, warning that officials who fail to protect lives should step aside. READ MORE
5. Atiku Signals Shift As ADC Courts Youth Ahead Of 2027
As political realignments gather momentum ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar appears to be recalibrating his role within the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), signalling a willingness to step back from personal ambition in favour of party unity. READ MORE
6. 1 Killed, Dozens Of Homes Razed In Nasarawa Clash
At least 11 people have been killed and about 50 houses destroyed following renewed clashes between residents of Akyawa and Udege Kasa communities in Nasarawa State. READ MORE
7. JAMB Dismisses Fake UTME Postponement Notice
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has debunked a viral claim that the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination has been postponed, insisting the exam will proceed as scheduled. READ MORE
8. Whistleblower Policy Collapsed Without Legal Backing – Adeosun
Former Finance Minister, Kemi Adeosun, has expressed regret over failing to give legal backing to Nigeria’s whistleblower policy, admitting the oversight contributed to its eventual decline. READ MORE
9. Blessing CEO Opens Up On Health, Fundraising Controversy
Controversial relationship coach Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has dismissed claims that she is battling stage 4 cancer, blaming the confusion on miscommunication. READ MORE
10. Arsenal Crash Out As FA Cup Semi-Finalists Emerge
Manchester City, Chelsea and Southampton have secured places in the FA Cup semi-finals after dominant quarter-final performances on Saturday. READ MORE
