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NNPP Blames ADC Crisis on Kwankwaso, Expresses Sympathy

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has attributed the ongoing leadership crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the actions of its former presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.In a statement issued Thursday in Lagos by its National Secretary, Mr. Ogini Olaposi, the party said it was “not surprised” by the internal challenges facing the ADC, while also expressing sympathy... Read more

Jos Visit: Tinubu Stayed at Airport, Victims Brought to Him — Atiku Alleges

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his recent visit to Jos, Plateau State, alleging that the president did not visit communities affected by the recent killings but remained at the airport.In a statement issued Thursday evening by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku described the visit as a “choreographed spectacle,”... Read more

Army Chief, Lt. Gen Shaibu leads Security Assessment Team to Plateau, Reaffirms Commitment to Lasting Peace

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Thursday, led heads of security agencies on an on-the-spot assessment of the security situation in Jos, Plateau State. The visit forms part of ongoing efforts to restore calm and entrench lasting peace across the state. Col Appolonia Anele, Director of Army Public Relations said, 'Upon arrival, the COAS was... Read more

ADC Crisis: Security Beefed Up at INEC Over Planned Protests

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Security was heightened on Thursday around the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Maitama, Abuja, following threats of protests linked to the ongoing crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC).A joint team of personnel from the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the State Security Service (SSS) cordoned off the... Read more

Easter: NSCDC Deploys 57,000 Personnel Nationwide

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has mobilised over 57,000 personnel across the country to ensure a safe and peaceful Easter celebration.Commandant General of the Corps, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, approved the nationwide deployment, which spans all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as part of proactive measures to forestall security threats during the festive period.Confirming... Read more

Banditry: Sokoto governor meets IGP in Abuja

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Banditry: Sokoto governor meets IGP in Abuja....pledges sustained support for security agenciesSokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting security agencies in the fight against banditry, stressing that protecting lives and property must remain a collective responsibility.Aliyu gave the assurance on Wednesday during a visit to the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, at the Force... Read more

Shettima to launch Nigeria’s first varsity innovation pods at UNILAG— FG, UNDP target AI-driven innovation, digital talent development in universities

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Vice President Kashim Shettima is set to formally launch Nigeria’s first University Innovation Pods (UNIPOD) at the University of Lagos on Tuesday, April 7, as part of efforts to transform tertiary institutions into hubs for innovation and enterprise.The initiative, driven by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with the Federal Government, is designed to reposition Nigerian universities as... Read more

Police Arrest Seven, Including Fake Soldier, Over Curfew Violation in Jos

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

The Plateau State Police Command has arrested seven suspects, including a man impersonating a soldier and another found with two locally made firearms, for violating the relaxed 48-hour curfew imposed by the state government in Jos.The Commissioner of Police, CP Bassey Ewah, warned criminal elements against exploiting the situation to cause unrest, vowing strict enforcement of the curfew and severe... Read more

2027: APC ‘ll win Landslide in Kaduna Rep Speaker, Abbas Boasts

April 2, 2026 (updated April 2, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

2027: APC 'll win Landslide in Kaduna Rep Speaker, Abbas Boasts....as Kaduna leaders pay visit to Tinubu in Aso VillaAs the 2027 general elections, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abass has assured President Bola Tinubu that the All Progressives Congress, APC, will win landslide in the state. The Speaker said that leaders of the three Senatorial Districts are... Read more

Jos Bleeds Again: How Many More Lives Before Nigeria Acts?

April 1, 2026 (updated April 1, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

Editorial :Jos Bleeds Again: How Many More Lives Before Nigeria Acts?The recurring bloodshed in Jos and its surrounding communities is no longer just a local tragedy it is a national disgrace. Each fresh wave of violence brings with it a grim familiarity: charred homes, mass burials, displaced families, and the hollow chorus of condemnations from authorities who seem perpetually reactive,... Read more

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