Good morning. Here is today’s summary from TheMatrix Newspapers:
1. Privatisation Comments: Atiku Blasts Tinubu
- Bombs President Over U-Turn On Previously Opposed Reforms
- It’s Hypocrisy, Historical Distortion, Political Desperation.
- Tinubu’s Actions Not Reform; It Is Privatisation Without Accountability
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sharply rebuked President Bola Tinubu over his recent comments on Nigeria’s privatisation programme. READ MORE
2. Tinubu Signs ₦68.32tn 2026 Budget, Comes Into Effect April 1
- Says It Will Help MDAs Consolidate Projects, Boost Completion Rates, Maximise Public Spending
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, which provides for an aggregate expenditure of ₦68.32 trillion. He has also signed the bill extending the implementation period for the 2025 budget from March 31, 2026, to June 30, 2026. READ MORE
3. NITDA, CAC Activate Cybersecurity Measures Amid System Concerns
- MDAS Directed To Tighten Cybersecurity Controls
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have initiated coordinated measures to strengthen cybersecurity following recent concerns affecting aspects of CAC’s digital systems. READ MORE
4. LASG Moves To Drive Local Government Development Plan
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, is set to extend the Local Government Development Plan (LGDP) across the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the State. READ MORE
5. Oil Thieves Target Dangote Refinery Supply Lines, 15 Arrested in Foiled Midnight Operation in Lagos
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 15 suspected oil thieves in a dramatic operation around the Ibeju-Lekki axis of Lagos State, foiling what authorities described as an attempt to illegally tap crude oil supply sources linked to the Dangote Refinery. READ MORE
6. Atiku Qualified But Must Weigh Age, Capacity — Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, says Atiku Abubakar is qualified to contest the 2027 presidency but should consider his age and capacity. READ MORE
7. Court Defers Ruling In Emefiele Case After Heated Legal Clash
Legal fireworks dominated proceedings in the trial of Godwin Emefiele on Friday, as an Ikeja court adjourned till May 4, 2026, to decide whether a key statement by co-defendant Henry Omoile can be admitted as evidence. READ MORE
8. JAMB Confirms April 16 UTME Results Will Be Out Before Midnight
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that results for candidates who sat the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on April 16 will be released before midnight on April 17. READ MORE
9. ‘I Learn A Lot From Arsenal’ — Guardiola Admits
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has heaped praise on Arsenal ahead of their crucial Premier League showdown, admitting he enjoys watching the team and learns from their style of play. READ MORE
10. Truce At Last! Blord, VDM End Legal Dispute After Sowore’s Intervention
Popular social media influencer Martins Otse has agreed to an amicable resolution of the legal dispute between him and celebrity cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly called BLord following the intervention of veteran activist Omoyele Sowore. READ MORE
