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FCT Police Deploy 1,803 Personnel to Secure Churches, Recreation Centres for Easter

April 4, 2026 (updated April 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has deployed 1,803 personnel, along with operational assets, across churches and recreational centres to ensure a safe and peaceful 2026 Easter celebration.The Command said the move is part of proactive efforts to strengthen security and protect residents and worshippers throughout the festive period.Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, explained that the deployment... Read more

ADC Tackles INEC Chair Over Court Order, Insists on Proceeding with Congresses

April 4, 2026 (updated April 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, accusing him of exceeding his authority in the interpretation of a Court of Appeal directive.The party maintained that it would proceed with its planned congresses and national convention despite INEC’s position that such activities should be suspended.The disagreement stems from a... Read more

UNIJOS Reschedules First Semester Exams for April 13, Boosts Campus Security

April 4, 2026 (updated April 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has announced the resumption of its first semester examinations on Monday, April 13, 2026, after earlier postponements caused by security concerns in the state.The decision was reached at a management meeting held on Friday, April 3, 2026, where authorities assessed recent threats to students’ safety that led to an extension of the Easter break.In a... Read more

New Tax Laws: NRS to Begin Collection of Mineral Royalties

April 4, 2026 (updated April 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), has taken over the collection of mineral royalties from mining sector operators across the country.This was the outcome of a meeting between the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Mr Dele Alake and the NRS chairman, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, held at the former’s office in Abuja on Thursday, to define collaborative ways of working together.The decision... Read more

NEMA Donates Relief Materials to Victims of Angwan Rukuba attack in Plateau

April 4, 2026 (updated April 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has presented relief materials to the Plateau State Government for immediate distribution to survivors and victims of the deadly gunmen attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area. The intervention is aimed at providing urgent succour to affected persons to enable them rebuild their lives and resume normal activities after the tragic incident... Read more

Labour Party notifies INEC of fresh timetable…to hold National Convention April 28th

April 4, 2026 (updated April 4, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Labour Party has formally notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of its new timetable and schedule of activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.According to the time-table, Ward congresses will hold April 23, local government congresses April 24, and state congresses April 25 while the national convention to elect new executives will hold on April 28th, 2026.This was... Read more

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

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

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

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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