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    Day: April 12, 2026

    ADC Inaugurates Borno Exco, Sets Sights on 2027 Elections

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State has inaugurated a new set of state executive members following a consensus-based congress held in Maiduguri. Hon. Kolo Bukar, a former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, emerged as the new ADC State Chairman through the consensus arrangement concluded last Saturday. The inauguration ceremony, held at Barwee Luxury... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    ADC Sets May 12 for State Executives’ Inauguration Amid Internal Crisis

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has scheduled May 12, 2026, for the inauguration of its newly elected state executives, as the leadership led by former Senate President David Mark moves to strengthen its control of party structures nationwide despite lingering internal disputes. The planned inauguration signals a decisive effort by the Mark-led camp to formalise its authority across the states,... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    FG Names 48 Alleged Terror Financiers After Mass Trial Secures 386 Convictions

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Federal Government on Saturday unveiled a list of 48 individuals and groups accused of financing terrorism in Nigeria, in a move coming just hours after the conclusion of a major terrorism trial that secured hundreds of convictions. The list, released by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NIGSAC), followed the ninth phase of the Federal Government’s mass trial of over 500... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, News

    2027: Abia Speaker Backs Otti for Second Term as Groups Intensify Grassroots Campaign

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Emmanuel Emeruwa, has endorsed Governor Alex Otti for a second term in office, citing what he described as “unmatched achievements” across key sectors of the state’s economy.Emeruwa made the declaration at an endorsement event organised by the Vanguard Movement for Continuity (VMC) in Owerrinta, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area, where... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    Malami Returns to Kebbi After Detention, Signals Political Showdown with APC

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Chika Malami, on Friday returned to Kebbi State after over four months in detention, declaring readiness to re-enter the political arena and challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). His arrival in Birnin Kebbi sparked a wave of excitement, as large crowds of supporters lined major roads to welcome him, in what aides described... Read more

    Category: News

    Lagos Sounds Alarm Over Lassa Fever, Launches Statewide Prevention Campaign …Nigeria records 660 cases, 167 deaths; 38 health workers infected

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Lagos State Government has raised fresh concerns over the surge in Lassa fever cases nationwide, announcing the rollout of a statewide awareness and prevention campaign to curb the spread of the disease. Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, disclosed on Saturday that Nigeria is grappling with one of its most severe outbreaks in recent years, with over 660 confirmed cases... Read more

    Category: Health, News

    Atiku Tackles Tinubu Over Hardship Claims, Warns Against ‘Misleading’ Fuel Price Comparisons

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has sharply criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over recent comments linking Nigeria’s economic situation to fuel price comparisons with other African countries, describing the argument as misleading and disconnected from reality. Atiku, through a statement issued Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, accused the president of presenting a distorted picture... Read more

    Category: Politics

    ADC Elects New Enugu Leadership, Targets 2027 Takeover…Nwodo vows better governance

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has elected a new leadership for its Enugu State chapter following a consensus-driven congress held at the weekend. Prof. Augustine Akubua emerged as state chairman alongside 45 other officials, in an exercise party leaders described as peaceful and inclusive. Former Enugu State governor, Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, expressed optimism that the party is well-positioned to win... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    Zulum Donates ₦50m to Late Lt. Col Okolo’s Family, Pledges Continued Support for Fallen Soldiers

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has donated ₦50 million to the family of the late Lt. Col. O.C. Okolo, who was killed during a Boko Haram attack in Mandaragirau, Biu Local Government Area of the state on February 16, 2026. The gesture is part of the governor’s ongoing support for military personnel who have lost their lives in... Read more

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