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May 6, 2026

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Akpabio, Oshiomhole Clash After Senate Tightens Leadership Rules A heated confrontation broke out in the Senate between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Adams Oshiomhole shortly after the chamber amended its rules to restrict top leadership positions to lawmakers with at least two consecutive terms, a change that effectively disqualifies Oshiomhole and other first-term senators.... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Obi, Kwankwaso Exit Rocks ADC as 18 Lawmakers Defect to NDC
May 6, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Obi, Kwankwaso Exit Rocks ADC as 18 Lawmakers Defect to NDC

Obi, Kwankwaso Exit Rocks ADC as 18 Lawmakers Defect to NDC The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been thrown into crisis following the exit of key opposition figures Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, triggering a wave of defections in the National Assembly. Within 48 hours of their departure, 17 House of Representatives members and one... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | FG Disburses ₦11.8bn Loans to 6,842 Tertiary Institution Workers
May 5, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | FG Disburses ₦11.8bn Loans to 6,842 Tertiary Institution Workers

FG Disburses ₦11.8bn Loans to 6,842 Tertiary Institution Workers The Federal Government has disbursed ₦11.8 billion in interest-free loans to 6,842 academic and non-academic staff across 141 Nigerian tertiary institutions under the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), aimed at improving welfare, career development, and financial stability. The scheme—launched in 2025 by the Federal Ministry... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Xenophobia: Nigerians Opt to Return Home as Attacks Worsen in South Africa
May 2, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Xenophobia: Nigerians Opt to Return Home as Attacks Worsen in South Africa

Xenophobia: Nigerians Opt to Return Home as Attacks Worsen in South Africa Amid escalating xenophobic violence in South Africa, many Nigerians are opting to return home as attacks increasingly target foreign-owned businesses and communities. The Nigerian Consulate, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA), has arranged free repatriation flights for those... Read More
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Supreme Court Restores Mark-Led ADC Leadership
May 1, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Supreme Court Restores Mark-Led ADC Leadership as PDP Convention Is Voided

Supreme Court Restores Mark-Led ADC Leadership as PDP Convention Is Voided The Supreme Court has delivered a двой ruling that reshapes Nigeria’s opposition landscape, restoring the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under David Mark while also nullifying the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ibadan convention. The apex court set aside earlier “status quo” orders... Read More
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April 30, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Tinubu Nominates Joseph Tegbe as Power Minister President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Nigeria’s new Minister of Power, forwarding his name to the Senate for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional requirements. The nomination follows the resignation of former minister Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down to pursue elective office, with... Read More
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Does Cancel Culture Work in Nigeria, and Who Has Successfully Been Cancelled?
April 30, 2026

Does Cancel Culture Work in Nigeria, and Who Has Successfully Been Cancelled?

Cancel culture has now become a part of pop culture, with more people getting cancelled over things that were either mainstream years ago or overlooked then. However, the more mainstream cancel culture gets, the more glaring it is that not everyone can be cancelled. This realisation has us wondering: does cancel culture work in Nigeria... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | ADC, PDP Await Crucial Supreme Court Verdict Ahead of 2027 Elections
April 30, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | ADC, PDP Await Crucial Supreme Court Verdict Ahead of 2027 Elections

ADC, PDP Await Crucial Supreme Court Verdict Ahead of 2027 Elections Opposition parties, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—are awaiting a decisive Supreme Court judgment on their internal leadership crises, a ruling that could determine their readiness and even eligibility for the 2027 general elections. Party leaders held emergency meetings ahead of... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day I Tinubu, APC Bigwigs Pick Nomination Forms as GAC Backs Hamzat
April 29, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu, APC Bigwigs Pick Nomination Forms as GAC Backs Hamzat

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Tinubu, APC Bigwigs Pick Nomination Forms as GAC Backs Hamzat The race for the 2027 elections within the APC has intensified as President Bola Tinubu and several party heavyweights picked up nomination forms, formally signalling... Read More
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April 28, 2026

YNaija Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Faleke Picks Presidential Forms for Tinubu Lawmaker James Faleke has obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election, formally signalling the start of his re-election bid. The forms, valued at ₦100 million, were presented in Abuja by APC officials... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Jet Fuel Crisis: FG Seeks 30-Day Credit Window for Airlines
April 28, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Jet Fuel Crisis: FG Seeks 30-Day Credit Window for Airlines

Jet Fuel Crisis: FG Seeks 30-Day Credit Window for Airlines The Federal Government is pushing for a 30-day credit window arrangement that would allow domestic airlines to obtain aviation fuel and pay later, as part of emergency measures to ease the ongoing Jet A1 crisis threatening flight operations. The proposal, discussed with fuel marketers and... Read More
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Africa's Biggest Film Awards Is Now Owned by a French Company. Has Anyone Thought About What That Means?
April 27, 2026

YNaija! Daily Recap | Top Headlines Today

Sanwo-Olu Endorses Hamzat as Successor for 2027 Lagos Governorship Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election following a meeting with top APC stakeholders at Lagos House, Marina. The endorsement came after Hamzat formally declared his intention to run, with Sanwo-Olu describing him... Read More
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weekend recap
April 27, 2026

Weekend Recap | Stories You May Have Missed This Weekend

Atiku attends Cross’ lavish Abuja wedding with BBNaija stars Atiku Abubakar was among notable guests at the white wedding of Cross Okonkwo and his partner, Chinonso Onyebuchi, held in Abuja. The former vice president congratulated the couple on X, describing Cross as his godson and wishing them a happy married life. The ceremony drew several... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | PDP, ADC Blocs Reject Joint Presidential Ticket Plan at Ibadan Meeting
April 27, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | PDP, ADC Blocs Reject Joint Presidential Ticket Plan at Ibadan Meeting

PDP, ADC Blocs Reject Joint Presidential Ticket Plan at Ibadan Meeting Factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Labour Party, and Accord Party have rejected the outcome of an opposition summit held in Ibadan, distancing themselves from plans to present a joint presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. The groups described... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | EFCC Arrests Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Over Alleged ₦36bn Fraud
April 25, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | EFCC Arrests Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Over Alleged ₦36bn Fraud

EFCC Arrests Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Over Alleged ₦36bn Fraud The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over alleged money laundering, misappropriation, and diversion of funds amounting to about ₦36.54 billion and $30 million, with investigations indicating the funds were obtained as loans from Polaris Bank through companies... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu Rejects Automatic Tickets, Leaves Lawmakers’ Fate in Governors’ Hands
April 24, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Tinubu Rejects Automatic Tickets, Leaves Lawmakers’ Fate in Governors’ Hands

Tinubu Rejects Automatic Tickets, Leaves Lawmakers’ Fate in Governors’ Hands President Bola Tinubu has rejected calls to grant automatic tickets to sitting lawmakers ahead of the 2027 elections, instead empowering state governors to determine candidates through party primaries, in line with the Electoral Act and the APC constitution. The decision, reached after meetings with Senate... Read More
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April 23, 2026

Ynaija! Recap | Top Headlines Today

Labour Party Says Peter Obi Cannot Rejoin or Contest 2027 Election on Its Platform The Labour Party’s interim national chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman, has stated that Peter Obi cannot return to the party or contest the 2027 presidential election under its platform due to legal constraints tied to membership registration deadlines. She explained that the... Read More
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Zlatan and Kcee Are Losing the Argument About Who Gets to Be a Celebrity
April 23, 2026

Zlatan and Kcee Are Losing the Argument About Who Gets to Be a Celebrity

Zlatan Ibile used his sit-down with Shopsydoo this week to say what Kcee had already said on Joey Akan’s Afrobeats Intelligence the day before. The gist: TikTokers, influencers and content creators are now the celebrities, and a skit-maker can drop a song and blow up. Kcee put the same point more bluntly, telling Akan that... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | NCDC Launches Contact Tracing After Cross River COVID-19 Case
April 22, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | NCDC Launches Contact Tracing After Cross River COVID-19 Case

NCDC Launches Contact Tracing After Cross River COVID-19 Case The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has initiated contact tracing and emergency response measures following the confirmation of a single COVID-19 case in Cross River State, with the patient isolated and reportedly in stable condition. Health authorities, including state officials and rapid response... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day | Singer D4vd Charged with Murder After Teen’s Body Found in Tesla
April 21, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day | Singer D4vd Charged with Murder After Teen’s Body Found in Tesla

Singer D4vd Charged with Murder After Teen’s Body Found in Tesla American singer D4vd (real name David Burke) has been charged with first-degree murder following the discovery of a teenage girl’s body in a Tesla registered to him. The victim, 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, had been reported missing months earlier before her remains were found... Read More
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weekend recap
April 20, 2026

Weekend Recap | Events That Happened Over The Weekend

Yul Edochie calls out Igbo people vehemently against support for Tinubu Yul Edochie has stirred reactions after calling out Igbo individuals who criticise others for supporting President Bola Tinubu, describing them as “cowards”. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the actor argued that such critics often target their own people while avoiding confronting supporters... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day I JAMB Releases Friday and Saturday UTME Results
April 20, 2026

Top 5 Stories of The Day I JAMB Releases Friday and Saturday UTME Results

JAMB Releases Friday and Saturday UTME Results The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board released the results for candidates who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on April 17 and 18. Spokesperson Fabian Benjamin confirmed that 1,264,940 results from the two days are now available for candidates to check. This release follows the board’s... Read More
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MTN Suspends Airtime, Data Loans
April 17, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | MTN Suspends Airtime, Data Loans Over New FCCPC Lending Rules

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. MTN suspends airtime and data loans over new FCCPC lending rules MTN Nigeria temporarily suspended its “Xtratime” airtime and data lending service to comply with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s new digital credit regulations.... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Troops Repel Fresh Attack as Army Buries Fallen General and Soldiers
April 16, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Troops Repel Fresh Attack as Army Buries Fallen General and Soldiers

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Troops repel fresh attack as army buries fallen General and soldiers The Nigerian Army laid to rest Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and other soldiers killed during recent insurgent attacks in Borno State. Simultaneously, troops of... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigeria Has Failed the Current Generation, Says Atiku
April 15, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigeria Has Failed the Current Generation, Says Atiku

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Nigeria Has Failed the Current Generation, Says Atiku Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar declared that Nigeria’s economy, security, healthcare, education, and infrastructure have completely collapsed under the current administration. Speaking at the African Democratic Congress... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | ‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ Full Movie is Leaked Online Before Official Release Date in October
April 14, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | ‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ Full Movie is Leaked Online Before Official Release Date in October

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Tinubu slashes import duties to tackle rising prices Following the global oil disruption caused by the Israel–US–Iran conflict, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered fresh measures to ease economic pressure. The policy, shared by Dada Olusegun,... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Orders Seizure of Passports from Nigerians Who Renounce Citizenship
April 13, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Orders Seizure of Passports from Nigerians Who Renounce Citizenship

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  FG orders seizure of passports from Nigerians who renounce citizenship Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has directed the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to withdraw and deactivate the passports of Nigerians who have officially renounced their citizenship. The order... Read More
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Top 5 Stories of The Day I Tinubu, APC Bigwigs Pick Nomination Forms as GAC Backs Hamzat
April 11, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Stay Hopeful as He Compares Us to Other African Countries

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Tinubu urges Nigerians to stay hopeful as he compares us to other African countries Bola Ahmed Tinubu has admitted that rising fuel prices are putting pressure on Nigerians but urged citizens to remain hopeful, saying... Read More
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