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    Day: April 3, 2026

    Easter Attacks: Northern Christian Association Raises Alarm Over Persistent Violence in Northern Nigeria

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Forum of Northern Christians, also known as the Northern Christian Association (NCA), has expressed concern over what it described as recurring attacks in parts of Northern Nigeria, warning that the trend is overshadowing Easter celebrations and other Christian holy observances.The group said recent violent incidents in Jos, Plateau State, and parts of Kaduna State—particularly during Palm Sunday—resulted in loss... Read more

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    Ghana to Roll Out Visa-Free Entry for Africans From May 25

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Ghana to Roll Out Visa-Free Entry for Africans From May 25Ghana has announced that it will introduce a visa-free entry policy for all African passport holders, beginning May 25, in a major move aimed at strengthening continental integration and boosting tourism and trade.The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, disclosed the development in a post on X, noting that... Read more

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    Tinubu Urges Unity, Sacrifice as Easter Message Focuses on Peace, National Reforms

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to embrace unity, sacrifice, and resilience, warning that no nation can prosper where fear and insecurity dominate, and no meaningful progress can be sustained without peace.In his Easter message to citizens at home and abroad, the President said the season’s message of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection reflects themes of sacrifice, endurance, and... Read more

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    Tinubu to Visit Ogun, Commissions Airport, Airline, Multi-Sector Infrastructure Projects

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of a series of major infrastructure projects spanning aviation, transport, security, agriculture, and logistics.The visit will feature the commissioning of the Gateway International Airport in Iperu, a flagship aviation project aimed at positioning Ogun State as a key air transport and logistics hub... Read more

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    Gov. Ododo Orders Evacuation of Kogi Students From University of Jos Over Security Concerns

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has ordered the immediate evacuation of Kogi indigenes studying at the University of Jos following rising insecurity and disruption of academic activities in parts of Plateau State.The directive comes amid recent violent attacks in Plateau State that have heightened fear among residents and members of the university community, prompting concerns over the safety of... Read more

    Category: Education

    Eight Injured, Nine Escape as Building Under Construction Collapses in Abuja

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    At least eight persons were rescued on Friday after a building under construction collapsed in the Jikwoyi area of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), while nine others escaped unhurt.The incident, which occurred in Jikwoyi Phase 1 of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), involved about 17 construction workers at the site when the structure—variously described as a two- to three-storey... Read more

    Category: Columns, Environment, News

    Troops Neutralise 3 Terrorists, Arrest 2 Fake Security Operatives in Plateau

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Enduring Peace, have recorded major breakthroughs in Plateau State following operations that led to the neutralisation of three terrorists and the arrest of two suspects posing as security operatives.In a swift late-night response on Thursday, troops acted on a distress call over sporadic gunfire in Dutse Uku community in Jos North Local... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    The woman who lost her only son in Angwan Rukuba’s Palm Sunday attack buried him today!

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The woman who lost her only son in Angwan Rukuba's Palm Sunday attack buried him today! During his lying in state, she did something anybody who knows and believes in Culture, spirituality and the laws of karma will dread. While painfully talking to his corpse, she begged him to avenge his death, and placed a brand new Dagger in his... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, News

    Middle East Crisis: WHO Seeks $30.3m to Sustain Health Services Amid Rising Casualties

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Middle East Crisis: WHO Seeks $30.3m to Sustain Health Services Amid Rising CasualtiesThe World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a $30.3 million emergency appeal to support health interventions in conflict-affected countries across the Middle East, warning that escalating violence is putting millions of lives at risk.The appeal, covering March to August 2026, is aimed at addressing urgent health needs in... Read more

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    Killing of Ebonyi Monarch Barbaric, Unacceptable — Gov. Nwifuru

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Killing of Ebonyi Monarch Barbaric, Unacceptable — Gov. NwifuruGovernor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has condemned the killing of a traditional ruler in the state, describing the act as tragic and barbaric.The monarch, Josephat Ikegwu of Ishinkwo community in Onicha Local Government Area, was reportedly murdered in circumstances that have sparked outrage across the state.In a statement issued by his Chief Press... Read more

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