Here are the top ten stories from across the country
1. Setback for David Mark ADC faction, as Court bars INEC from recognising congresses
A Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to recognize or attend any congress organised by a caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress, African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the states.Read more
2. Tinubu appoints Bianca as foreign affairs minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Minister of Foreign Affairs.Read more
3. Tinubu endorses Hamzat as APC candidate in Lagos
President Bola Tinubu has endorsed the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, as the consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).for the 2027 election in the state.Read more
4. Obi’s running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, quits Labour Party, declares move to PRP
The 2023 vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has announced his resignation from the party, confirming plans to join the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).Read more
5. Presidency defends Tinubu’s record in North-West, highlights key projects ahead of tour
The Presidency of Nigeria has dismissed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sidelined the North-West, insisting that the administration has delivered substantial investments across infrastructure, healthcare, and transportation in the region.Read more
6. Naira gains N1.24 against dollar at official window
The Nigerian currency, the naira, recovered slightly against the United States dollar at the official window on Wednesday.Read more
7. Cubana Chiefpriest signals interest in House of Reps under APC after ‘City Boys’ alignment
Nigerian nightlife entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu—widely known as Cubana Chiefpriest—has announced his entry into partisan politics, declaring an ambition to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives.Read more
8. Delta shooting: Police dismisses ASP, 5 others
The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Olatunji Disu, has approved the dismissal and prosecution of officers, linked to the fatal shooting of one Mene Ogidi in the Effurun area of Delta State.Read more
9. “Girls Called Me “Ugly”—Don Jazzy reflects on confidence struggles
Nigerian music executive Michael Collins Ajereh, widely known as Don Jazzy, has spoken candidly about his long-running battle with self-confidence, tracing it back to his university days.Read more
10. Champions League: Arsenal, Atletico play draw in first-leg
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was in action for Atletico Madrid as they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal tie.Read more