It is Friday, April 3, 2026. Nigeria’s news cycle this morning is dominated by a major political “earthquake” following INEC’s recent de-recognition of the ADC leadership and a presidential visit to Plateau State
Here are the top stories making headlines:
Politics & The “ADC Storm”
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ADC Leadership Uproar: A massive political storm has erupted following INEC’s decision to de-recognise Senator David Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as the leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Security operatives have reportedly surrounded INEC headquarters in Abuja to prevent protests.
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Opposition Backlash: Prominent figures, including Peter Obi, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Kwankwasiyya Movement, have condemned the move. The ADC leadership has blasted the Presidency, asking: “With 90% of NASS, 30 govs, what are you afraid of?”
Security & Humanitarian News
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Tinubu in Plateau: President Bola Tinubu visited Jos, Plateau State yesterday to console the families of the victims of the March 29 attack in Angwan Rukuba, which left at least 27 people dead. The President met with grieving families and ordered the deployment of 5,000 CCTV cameras and 1,000 forest guards to tackle persistent insecurity in the state.
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DSS Ammunition Arrest: The DSS has arrested a 25-year-old woman in Kano found with 200 rounds of ammunition, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb the flow of illegal arms.
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Niger Evacuation Success: The Federal Government confirmed that 1,230 stranded Nigerians have been successfully evacuated from the Republic of Niger and have arrived in Kano.
Economy & Exchange Rates
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Naira Gains Momentum: The Nigerian Naira has maintained its strength against the US Dollar as it enters the final trading session of the week.
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Official (NAFEM): ~₦1,378.75 (A slight improvement from yesterday’s ₦1,381).
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Parallel (Black Market): ~₦1,405 – ₦1,410.
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Food Bank Initiative: First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu officially launched the National Community Food Bank Programme today. Major contributors like Aliko Dangote and the NNPC have already committed a total of ₦66 billion to the initiative.
Legal & Anti-Corruption
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EFCC vs. Abubakar Malami: The EFCC has moved to finalize the forfeiture of 57 properties linked to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, SAN, arguing he has failed to provide evidence of genuine ownership.
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Jeremiah Useni Property Forfeiture: A court has ordered the final forfeiture of a UK property linked to former FCT Minister, Jeremiah Useni, and human rights lawyer, Mike Ozekhome.
