Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Tuesday, March 31


Here are the top ten stories from across the country

1. Kwankwaso joins ADC

The former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Monday formally aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in a defining moment for opposition politics in the state.Read more

2. Tuggar resigns as foreign affairs minister to pursue Bauchi governorship bid

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has resigned from his position as he prepares to contest the governorship of Bauchi State.Read more

3. INEC recognises Wike-backed PDP NWC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has accepted the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee supported by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as the party’s authentic leadership.Read more

4. Nasarawa Accountant-General steps down, joins 2027 governorship race

The Accountant-General of Nasarawa State, Musa Mohammed, has resigned from his position to pursue the governorship seat in the 2027 election under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).Read more

5. Tinubu names Ibrahim Ida CAC chairman, picks seven for NPC roles

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of former senator Ibrahim Ida as Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), while also nominating seven individuals as commissioners for the National Population Commission (NPC).

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6. NGX: Equities market records N276bn loss to begin week in red

Investors in the Nigerian equities market lost N276 billion at the close of trading on Monday.Read more

7. NPA unveils N1.489tn 2026 budget, targets major upgrade of Apapa, Tin Can ports

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has presented a proposed revenue target of N1.489 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year, alongside plans to overhaul two of Nigeria’s busiest seaports to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.Read more

8. Canada announces higher residency, citizenship fees effective April 2026

The Government of Canada has unveiled new application fees for permanent residence and citizenship, affecting Nigerians and other foreign nationals planning to relocate to the country.Read more

9. Dozens feared dead as gunmen launch deadly raids near Niger–Nigeria border

At least 30 villagers have been killed following a series of coordinated attacks in western Republic of Niger, close to the border with Nigeria, authorities confirmed on Monday.Read more

10. Troops kill suspected terrorist, kill logistic couriers in Kogi

Troops of 12 Brigade in Kogi have killed a suspected terrorist and arrested logistics couriers in the state.Read more