April 14, 2026 – Page 2 – Standard Focus News

Kugbo Bus Terminal Damage Caused by Windstorm, Not Structural Failure — Wike— Dismisses ADC venue denial claim, assures project delivery timeline

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has attributed the recent damage at the Kugbo Bus Terminal to a severe windstorm, dismissing claims of structural failure and insisting the facility remains intact. Speaking to journalists on Monday after inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects across the territory, Wike clarified that the incident was a natural disaster triggered by extreme... Read more

Borno Airstrike Fallout: Tinubu, Security Chiefs Hold Emergency Meeting at Aso Rock

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday convened an emergency security meeting with top military and intelligence chiefs at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, amid rising security concerns across the country. The closed-door meeting at Aso Rock was attended by the Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede; Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu; Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi... Read more

ADC Supporters Storm INEC Office in Lafia, Demand Chairman’s Resignation

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday staged a protest at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Lafia, Nasarawa State, demanding the reinstatement of the party’s national executives allegedly removed from the commission’s portal. The protesters, largely comprising women and youth, also called for the resignation of the INEC National Chairman over what they described as... Read more

C’River Speaker Faces Backlash Over Reinstatement of Lawmaker Accused of Domestic Violence— Aide insists due process was followed

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Elvert Ayambem, has come under intense criticism following the reinstatement of a suspended lawmaker, Ovat Agbor, amid allegations of domestic violence. The Cross River State chapter of the Assembly for Moral Discipline, Justice, and Restoration of Public Confidence condemned the decision, describing it as a breach of ethical standards expected... Read more

Lagos Police Debunk Cult Clash Rumour, Boost Security in Shitta, Other Areas

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Lagos State Police Command on Monday dismissed as false a viral message alleging an imminent cult clash in parts of the state, assuring residents there is no threat to public safety. Despite debunking the claim, the Command said it has heightened security presence in the affected areas, including Shitta, Akerele, Itire/Aguda and the Ishaga axis, as a precautionary measure... Read more

Uba Sani Warns ‘Conflict Entrepreneurs’, Vows Tough Measures Against Threats to Peace

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has issued a stern warning to individuals and groups he described as “conflict entrepreneurs,” cautioning against attempts to politicise insecurity or destabilise the state. Speaking on Monday during a State Security Council meeting at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House in Kaduna, the governor declared that his administration would take firm and decisive action against any threat... Read more

Tinubu, Pate, Dangote to join global leaders at Africa CEO Forum 2026 in Kigali

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Nigeria’s influence in business, governance, and continental development takes center stage as President Bola Tinubu, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, and industrialist Alhaji Aliko Dangote join global leaders at the Africa CEO Forum 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda, on May 14–15. The forum will gather over 2,000 Chief Executive Officers, CEOs, investors, policymakers, and development... Read more

ADC, FCTA in Fresh Dispute Over Eagle Square Access Ahead of Convention

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

A fresh controversy has broken out between the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) authorities over the use of Eagle Square for the party’s national convention. While the ADC maintains that it duly applied for the venue and received acknowledgment, FCT officials insist no valid request was submitted through the appropriate channel. The party’s National Publicity Secretary,... Read more

Abia 2027: I ‘ll respond to calls to run for governor soon – Kalu…as APC stakeholders from 3 senatorial districts endorsed Kalu

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Abuja Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has promised to respond to the calls of Abians to run for governor in 2027 general elections, saying he will make it public soon. Kalu who made the statement at a gathering of APC stakeholders and supporters in Umuahia, Abia State capital on Sunday, urged them to stay... Read more

ADC Reps caucus calls for prosecution of INEC Chairman over alleged bias, electoral irregularities

April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Caucus in the House of Representatives has demanded the immediate prosecution of Professor Joash Amupitan, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), over allegations of partiality and inconsistencies that undermine the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process. Briefing Journalist in Abuja following its inaugural meeting on Sunday, April 12, 2026, the leader of the Caucus,... Read more

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