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    Day: April 21, 2026

    2027: Defections rock Reps as APC, ADC record gains

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    A new wave of defections swept across the House of Representatives on Tuesday, with several lawmakers switching party allegiance in what is seen as political manoeuvring ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the resumption of plenary after the Easter break, when Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu who presided read multiple defection letters on the floor of the House, highlighting increasing... Read more

    Category: Uncategorized

    ADC lawmakers tackle Tinubu over ‘Street Convention’ remark, raise concerns on Judiciary, INEC

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Favour Micah, AbujaThe African Democratic Congress National Legislators Serving and Former Forum (ADC-NF) has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his recent remarks describing the party’s national convention as “noise” and a “street convention,” warning against actions capable of undermining Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking on behalf of the forum during a press conference in Abuja, a former member of the... Read more

    Category: Politics

    Anioma State: Okowa Disagrees with Nwoko, Insists Delta North Wants South-South Alignment

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Lawal Ibrahim ASABA — Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has taken a swipe at Senator Ned Nwoko over differing positions on the proposed Anioma State, accusing him of misleading the people of Delta North. Speaking during a meeting with All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Oshimili South Local Government Area on Tuesday, Okowa said the people of Delta... Read more

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    Abduction: Kwara Community Clears Monarch of Mining Royalty Allegation

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Rasheeda Balogun ILORIN — The Olayinka community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State has absolved its abducted traditional ruler, Oba Salman Olatunji Aweda, of allegations linking him to the collection of mining royalties prior to his abduction. The clarification follows claims by the Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, who had stated in an earlier interview... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Edo Steps Up Farmers’ Registration, Promotes Communal Farming to Boost Food Security

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Ruth Momodu BENIN CITY — The Edo State Government has intensified efforts to strengthen food security by urging farmers to take part in its ongoing registration and profiling exercise across the state. The Commissioner for Agriculture, Jerry Nwangue, made the appeal during an awareness and interactive tour of five local government areas in Edo Central Senatorial District. He explained... Read more

    Category: Politics

    ADC lawmakers tackle Tinubu over ‘Street Convention’ remark, raise concerns on Judiciary, INEC

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Favour Emeka AbujaThe African Democratic Congress National Legislators Serving and Former Forum (ADC-NF) has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his recent remarks describing the party’s national convention as “noise” and a “street convention,” warning against actions capable of undermining Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking on behalf of the forum during a press conference in Abuja, a former member of the... Read more

    Category: Politics

    2026 UTME: 536 Visually impaired candidates sit exams nationwide as Okebukola commends JAMB’s inclusive drive

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Gift Austine Unwujo, Abuja No fewer than 536 blind candidates and others with special needs are participating in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), marking another milestone in efforts to promote inclusive education across Nigeria. Chairman of the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG), Emeritus Professor Peter Okebukola, commended the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB),... Read more

    Category: Education

    Breaking: Tinubu Reshuffles Cabinet, Replaces Edun, Dangiwa Oyedele becomes Finance Minister; Darma nominated for Housing

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By James Adams Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), resulting in the exit of two ministers and the appointment of their replacements. A memo issued by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, confirmed that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale... Read more

    Category: Uncategorized

    2027: Defections rock Reps as APC, ADC record gains

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Julius Okafor A new wave of defections swept across the House of Representatives on Tuesday, with several lawmakers switching party allegiance in what is seen as political manoeuvring ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the resumption of plenary after the Easter break, when Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu who presided read multiple defection letters on the floor of the... Read more

    Category: Politics

    Labour Party Names State Congress Committees Ahead of April Exercises

    April 21, 2026 (updated April 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Clement John ABUJA- The Labour Party has announced the composition of its electoral subcommittees to oversee its upcoming congresses across the country. The disclosure was made in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by Ken Asogwa, Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the party’s National Chairman. According to the statement, the subcommittees are made up of experienced party members... Read more

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