May 3, 2026 – Standard Focus News

Obi Dumps ADC, Alleges State Interference in Opposition Politics

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

By Clement John ABUJA — Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has announced his exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing government actors of fueling crises within opposition parties and describing Nigeria’s political environment as “toxic.” In a personal address shared on Sunday via his X (formerly Twitter) account, Obi said his decision to leave the... Read more

FG Summons South African Envoy Over Attacks on Nigerians, Rising Anti-Foreigner Protests

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

By Rosemary Nwanpka, Abuja The Federal Government has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa following renewed anti-foreigner protests and reported attacks on Nigerians and their businesses in the country. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the South African envoy had been invited to a meeting scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, at... Read more

Why we arrested Justice Crack- Army

May 3, 2026 (updated May 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

By Halima Abubakar ABUJA — The Nigerian Army has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of a blogger, Justice Chidiebere Mark, popularly known as Justice Crack, alongside some soldiers, stating that the action followed an alleged breach of military social media regulations and attempts to incite disaffection within the ranks. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Director of Army... Read more

2027: Obi, Kwankwaso to unveil new platform as ADC insists on fielding candidates

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

By Clement John ABUJA — Fresh fault lines have emerged within Nigeria’s opposition landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections, as leading political figures signal a new alliance platform while the African Democratic Congress (ADC) firmly rejects claims it may be sidelined from the race. Former presidential candidates, Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, are expected to announce a new... Read more

Day: May 3, 2026