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Bandits Kill Vigilante, 6 Others In Kwara
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Published: April 22, 2025 18:46
Kwara State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed that gunmen launched a deadly attack in Ilesha – Baruba in the northern axis of the state, killing seven persons, including a vigilante. The command also said policemen have arrested an informant linked to…
Pastor Bakare Lacks Knowledge Of NASS Responsibility — Senate
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Published: April 22, 2025 18:43
The Senate has responded to recent remarks by Pastor Tunde Bakare, describing his comments on the National Assembly as misleading, politically motivated, and indicative of a poor understanding of the legislature’s constitutional responsibilities. In a…
Police Arrest 40-yr-old Woman For Alleged Rape Of Boy In Bauchi
https://leadership.ng/police-arrest-40-yr-old-woman-for-alleged-rape-of-boy-in-bauchi/
Published: April 22, 2025 18:36
Operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested a 40-year-old resident of Tashan-Jama’are, Fatima Ibrahim for allegedly raping a 12-year-old boy (name withheld). Fatima had employed Yakubu to be her assistant in selling danwanke, a local food,…
Federal Gov’t Warns Against Politicising Killings As Death Toll Hits 72 In Benue Attacks
Published: April 22, 2025 18:29
The Federal Government has warned those it described as political jobbers against taking advantage of the killings in Benue and other parts of the country as a ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections. This is even as the Benue State governor, Hyacinth…
Kano Court Sentences Man To Death For Killing Stepmother, Sister
https://leadership.ng/kano-court-sentences-man-to-death-for-killing-stepmother-sister/
Published: April 22, 2025 18:25
A Kano State High Court on Tuesday sentenced a 22-year-old man, Sagiru Rijiyar-Zaki to death by hanging for the gruesome murder of his stepmother and sister. The convict, a resident of Kutama Village in Gwarzo local government area was found guilty of…
Ibas Tasks CAN On Peace, Stability Of Rivers
https://leadership.ng/ibas-tasks-can-on-peace-stability-of-rivers/
Published: April 22, 2025 18:14
Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) has appealed to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the state to play a pivotal role in fostering peace, reconciliation, and stability in the state amid ongoing political…
Rainstorm Kills Taekwondo Coach In Kwara
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Published: April 22, 2025 18:11
Tragedy struck in Ilorin, Kwara State on Monday as a taekwondo champion and coach, Musa Ismail was killed by rainstorm. LEADERSHIP gathered that the tragic incident happened at the Lower Niger River Basin Authority (LNRBDA) in Ilorin, Kwara State capital.…
Suspected Cultists Kill 4 Residents In Bayelsa Attack
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Published: April 22, 2025 18:07
The Bayelsa State Police Command has confirmed the killing of four persons in a deadly attack that occurred in Swali community, Yenagoa, on Easter Sunday. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, DSP Musa Mohammed, said security in the area…
Nigeria’s Anglican Communion Condoles Catholic Church Over Pope Francis’ Death
https://leadership.ng/nigerias-anglican-communion-condoles-catholic-church-over-pope-francis-death/
Published: April 22, 2025 16:38
The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Most Rev’d Dr. Henry Ndukuba has extended condolences to the Roman Catholic Church following the passing of Pope Francis. LEADERSHIP reports that Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88.…
Experts Advocate Entrepreneurship Education As Catalyst For Economic Dev’t
https://leadership.ng/experts-advocate-entrepreneurship-education-as-catalyst-for-economic-devt/
Published: April 22, 2025 16:28
Economic experts have identified entrepreneurship education as a powerful catalyst required to drive the nation’s economic development. This was the position of experts on Tuesday at a workshop jointly organised by De Monfort University (DMU), Leicester,…
Okpebholo Meets Stakeholders, Vows To End Insecurity In Edo
https://leadership.ng/okpebholo-meets-stakeholders-vows-to-end-insecurity-in-edo/
Published: April 22, 2025 16:15
Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpeholo has vowed to flush out criminal elements to ensure the safety of the people of the state. Governor Okpebholo made the pledge at a security meeting with stakeholders which held behind closed doors at Iyamho,…
Benue Killings: Super Falcons Star Questions Federal Govt’s ‘Silence’, Calls For Urgent Actions
Published: April 22, 2025 15:51
Peace Ogebe, a prominent player in the Super Falcons squad, has expressed deep concern over the continued killings in her home state of Benue, challenging the federal government’s alleged silence on the ongoing crisis. The Nigerian international player…
IGP Rejigs Police Mobile Force, Withdraws Personnel From Unauthorised Duties
https://leadership.ng/igp-rejigs-police-mobile-force-withdraws-personnel-from-unauthorised-duties/
Published: April 22, 2025 15:27
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the immediate reorganisation of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) as part of efforts to strengthen internal security and enhance operational readiness. The directive was unveiled during a…
Nigerians In Diaspora Laud Tinubu, Komolafe Over Reforms In Oil, Gas Sector
https://leadership.ng/nigerians-in-diaspora-laud-tinubu-komolafe-over-reforms-in-oil-gas-sector/
Published: April 22, 2025 15:24
The Nigerians in Diaspora Groups has praised President Bola Tinubu and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, for their transformative leadership and commitment to transparency…
Traders Corner Launched, Set To Train, Promote Local Talent, Create Opportunities
Published: April 22, 2025 15:23
The city of Enugu was alive with excitement over the weekend as prominent Nigerians entrepreneurs, influencers, and political stakeholders gathered for the official launch of Traders Corner Media Hub, a new media and content hub created by Judith…
Nda-Isaiah Hails First Lady Tinubu’s Support For Poor Nigerians
https://leadership.ng/nda-isaiah-hails-first-lady-tinubus-support-for-poor-nigerians/
Published: April 22, 2025 15:21
The chairman of LEADERSHIP Newspapers Group, Mrs. Zainab Nda-Isaiah, has commended Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, for her tireless advocacy on behalf of the less-privileged across the country. Mrs Nda-Isaiah gave the commendation when she led…
100 Civil Society Groups Back Falana, Tell Tinubu To Sack Rivers Sole Administrator
Published: April 22, 2025 15:17
A coalition of 100 civil society groups, known as the Civic Room for Rule of Law, has thrown its weight behind human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), over his call for the removal of Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-ete Ibas (rtd.).…
Tinubu Celebrates Emir Of Ilorin At 85
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Published: April 22, 2025 14:48
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari on his 85th birthday on April 22. The President recalled that Alhaji Sulu-Gambari is a former justice of the Court of Appeal and pioneer…
NAHCON, State Pilgrims Welfare Boards Fix May 9 For Inaugural Hajj Flight
https://leadership.ng/nahcon-state-pilgrims-welfare-boards-fix-may-9-for-inaugural-hajj-flight/
Published: April 22, 2025 14:46
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has held a meeting with State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board Executive Secretaries and agreed that the airlift of intending pilgrims to the Holy Land should commence on May 9, 2025 and end May 24. The…
JUST-IN: Fresh Attack Claims 11 Lives In Benue Community
https://leadership.ng/just-in-fresh-attack-claims-11-lives-in-benue-community/
Published: April 22, 2025 14:43
Five days after the killing of over 50 farmers in Ukum and Logo local government areas of Benue State, suspected armed herders in the early hours of Tuesday attacked Afia Community in Ukum, killing eleven (11) residents. The Ter Ukum, His Royal Highness…
6 Die, 5 Injured In Multiple Auto-crash In Kogi
https://leadership.ng/6-die-5-injured-in-multiple-auto-crash-in-kogi/
Published: April 22, 2025 14:42
Six persons have been confirmed killed with five others sustaining varying degrees of injures in a multiple vehicular crashes that occurred at Okunchi in Adavi local government area of Kogi State. Acting Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps…
Group Demands Probe, Prosecution Of Ex-NNPC Boss Mele Kyari
https://leadership.ng/group-demands-probe-prosecution-of-ex-nnpc-boss-mele-kyari/
Published: April 22, 2025 14:15
Protesters under the aegis of Concerned Citizens Against Corruption on Tuesday stormed the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice to demand the prosecution of former Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National…
Troops Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Arms In Kano
https://leadership.ng/troops-arrest-suspected-kidnapper-recover-arms-in-kano/
Published: April 22, 2025 14:12
Troops of Joint Task Force (JTF) in Tundun Wada have arrested a 55-year-old suspected notorious kidnapper (name withheld), during a security operation in Sumana Village, located within Tundun Wada local government area of Kano State. The arrest which took…
Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival
https://leadership.ng/akwa-ibom-probes-poor-outing-at-maiden-niger-delta-sports-festival/
Published: April 22, 2025 14:08
The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of…
Resign Now, Analyst Urges Defence Minister Over Rising Insecurity
https://leadership.ng/resign-now-analyst-urges-defence-minister-over-rising-insecurity/
Published: April 22, 2025 13:34
Security consultant and public affairs analyst, Opialu Fabian, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to fighting insecurity in Nigeria, noting that the budgetary provision for security sector is the highest in history. However, Fabian criticised…
First Female Army Spokesperson Anele Assumes Office
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Published: April 22, 2025 13:08
The first female spokesperson of the Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Onyechi Appolonia Anele, on Tuesday, resumed her duties at the Army headquarters in Abuja. Lt.-Col. Anele assumed office as the first female Army spokesperson in the Service’s over 150…
Nigerians React As Enenche, Wife Storm Europe For Revival
https://leadership.ng/nigerians-react-as-enenche-wife-storm-europe-for-revival/
Published: April 22, 2025 12:19
The UK Glory Conference and Take Back The Land for Christ campaign, led by Dunamis Global Senior Pastors, Dr. Paul and Dr. Becky Enenche, packed venues across London with thousands of revivalists, especially young Christian leaders from all over Europe.…
Harvard Varsity Sues Trump Administration Over $2.2bn Funding Freeze
https://leadership.ng/harvard-varsity-sues-trump-administration-over-2-2bn-funding-freeze/
Published: April 22, 2025 12:07
Harvard University sued several United States agencies and top officials for freezing billions of dollars in federal funding, significantly intensifying a high-stakes showdown with the President Donald Trump-led administration. LEADERSHIP recalls that the…
Putin Won’t Attend Pope Francis’ Funeral
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Published: April 22, 2025 10:57
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Russian President Vladimir Putin does not plan to attend Pope Francis’ funeral scheduled for Saturday. “The president has no such plans,” Peskov said. According to Peskov, no decision has been made yet on…
Hisbah Dismantles ‘Holy Site’ Over Claims Of Prophet’s Footprint In Kano
https://leadership.ng/hisbah-dismantles-holy-site-over-claims-of-prophets-footprint-in-kano/
Published: April 22, 2025 10:54
The Kano State Hisbah Board has dismantled an emerging makeshift pilgrimage site, following unverified claims that the location bore the footprint of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The site, located around the Dakata Industrial Area which was cleared…
Pope Francis For Burial Saturday
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Published: April 22, 2025 10:33
The Vatican has announced that the late Pope Francis’s funeral will begin on Saturday in front of St. Peter’s Basilica at 10 a.m. The funeral mass will follow the simplified rules the Vatican issued last year, the Rite of Burial for the Roman Pontiff,…
Alaafin Not In Supremacy Battle With Any Monarch, Says Media Aide
https://leadership.ng/alaafin-not-in-supremacy-battle-with-any-monarch-says-media-aide/
Published: April 22, 2025 09:13
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade has denied engaging in any royal supremacy battle with any traditional ruler in the country. Apparently reacting to a video shown on the YouTube where the anchor narrated how the Alaafin allegely ordered his men to…
Keystone Bank Rewards 200 Customers In Verve Card Promo
https://leadership.ng/keystone-bank-rewards-200-customers-in-verve-card-promo/
Published: April 22, 2025 07:41
Keystone Bank Limited has rewarded some of its loyal customers in its ongoing ‘Keystone Verve Card Promo’, an exciting campaign aimed at rewarding customers for their everyday transactions. For the February and March editions, a total of 200 lucky…
Gov Okpebholo Suspends Monarch Over Kidnapping In Edo
https://leadership.ng/gov-okpebholo-suspends-monarch-over-kidnapping-in-edo/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:48
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has ordered the immediate suspension of Dr. George Oshiapi Egabor, the Okumagbe of Uwano Kingdom, Agenebode in Etsako East local government area of the state. The indefinite suspension was announced in a…
Ostapenko Stuns Sabalenka To Win Stuttgart Open
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Published: April 22, 2025 06:43
Jelena Ostapenko beat world number one Aryna Sabalenka to win the Stuttgart Open in stunning fashion. Ostapenko, who had failed to win in three previous meetings against Sabalenka, took the match 6-4 6-1. The Latvian set the tone with a break of serve in…
Ed Sheeran Gifts Declan Rice A Signed Guitar Celebrating Stunning Free Kicks
https://leadership.ng/ed-sheeran-gifts-declan-rice-a-signed-guitar-celebrating-stunning-free-kicks/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:43
Declan Rice has revealed that he received a signed guitar from Ed Sheeran, which pays tribute to his remarkable free kicks during Arsenal’s Champions League quarterfinal victory over Real Madrid. In the first leg at home, Rice scored two stunning free…
NBA Unveils Award Finalists For 2024-25 Season
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Published: April 22, 2025 06:41
The NBA unveiled the three finalists for each of its seven major individual awards for the 2024-25 regular season Sunday night, with Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander headlining the finalists for the…
Real Madrid Observe Minute’s Silence As La Liga Mourns Pope Francis
https://leadership.ng/real-madrid-observe-minutes-silence-as-la-liga-mourns-pope-francis/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:37
Real Madrid players observed a minute’s silence before training on Monday as tributes poured in from across LaLiga after the death of football-mad Pope Francis at 88. “Real Madrid wishes to express its condolences to the whole Catholic community in the…
McIlroy Will Return To Defend Team Title, Says Lowry
https://leadership.ng/mcilroy-will-return-to-defend-team-title-says-lowry/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:36
Shane Lowry has confirmed newly crowned Masters champion Rory McIlroy will return to defend the pair’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans title in Louisiana next week. McIlroy has returned home to Northern Ireland after skipping this week’s RBC Heritage event…
I Would Love To Remain In Rangers For Next 10 Years – Balogun
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Published: April 22, 2025 06:35
Former Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has declared that he would love to remain at Rangers for the next 10 years. The Nigerian international whose contract is expected to expire in the summer, is yet to be offered a contract by Rangers. Speaking with…
Transfer: Osimhen Missing As Chelsea Shortlist 3 Strikers For Summer Signing
https://leadership.ng/transfer-osimhen-missing-as-chelsea-shortlist-3-strikers-for-summer-signing/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:30
Chelsea have drawn up a three-man striker shortlist for the summer, according to The Athletic. Multiple reports have suggested that Chelsea are interested in Napoli-owned striker Victor Osimhen but the Nigerian international was not mentioned in Athletic’s…
U20 AFCON: Flying Eagles Storm Cairo For Friendly Battle With Young Pharaohs
https://leadership.ng/u20-afcon-flying-eagles-storm-cairo-for-friendly-battle-with-young-pharaohs/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:28
Nigeria’s U20 male football team, Flying Eagles, have arrived in the Egyptian capital city of Cairo as they get set for 17th Africa U20 Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals starting in the North African country on Sunday. A delegation of 24 players and nine…
Arteta Plays Down Saka’s Injury Fears, Says Nothing Serious
https://leadership.ng/arteta-plays-down-sakas-injury-fears-says-nothing-serious/
Published: April 22, 2025 06:27
Bukayo Saka’s ankle injury is “nothing serious” after he was forced off during Arsenal’s 4-0 Premier League win at Ipswich on Sunday, manager Mikel Arteta said. The winger was injured by a high challenge on the back of his ankle in the 32nd minute by Leif…
Aradel Recommits To Sound Environmental Practices, Attains ISO 9001: 2015 Certification
Published: April 22, 2025 05:53
Aradel Holdings Plc, Nigeria’s leading integrated indigenous energy company, has successfully attained the ISO 9001: 2015 Certification for Quality Management. The Company assured its operations would be based on sound environmental integrity and…
Capital Devt Fund Plans N500m Equity Investment For High-potential Startups
https://leadership.ng/capital-devt-fund-plans-n500m-equity-investment-for-high-potential-startups/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:52
The Nigerian Capital Development Fund (NCDF), in collaboration with the National Board for Technology Incubation and the London School of Social Enterprise and Sustainable Economics, has announced a call for applications for the Fortune Entrepreneur…
Polaris Bank, NDLEA Strengthen Partnership To Combat Drug Abuse, Trafficking, Money Laundering
Published: April 22, 2025 05:50
Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the fight against drug abuse, trafficking, and money laundering in Nigeria and beyond. The managing director/CEO, Polaris Bank, Kayode Lawal stated…
Real Estate Developers Warn Of Escalating Rent Without Urgent Reforms
https://leadership.ng/real-estate-developers-warn-of-escalating-rent-without-urgent-reforms/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:48
The national president of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, (REDAN) Akintoye Adeoye, has stated that rent prices would continue to escalate unless the government takes urgent steps to address the structural and economic challenges…
Terra Seasoning Cube Named Product Of The Year
https://leadership.ng/terra-seasoning-cube-named-product-of-the-year/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:45
Terra Seasoning Cube has clinched the highly coveted Product of the Year award at the 17th edition of the LEADERSHIP Annual Conference and Awards, held under the theme, “An Economy in Distress: Which Way Forward?”. The annual event celebrates individuals,…
Largest Container Vessel With 1,250 Containers Berths At Onne Terminal
https://leadership.ng/largest-container-vessel-with-1250-containers-berths-at-onne-terminal/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:44
The Onne Multipurpose Terminal (OMT) in Rivers State has once again made history, successfully hosting the Kota Carum—the largest vessel ever to berth at the Onne Federal Ocean Terminal (FOT). With a capacity of 6,606 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units),…
Keystone Bank Rewards 200 Customers In Ongoing Verve Card Promo
https://leadership.ng/keystone-bank-rewards-200-customers-in-ongoing-verve-card-promo/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:43
Keystone Bank Limited has rewarded some of its loyal customers in its ongoing ‘Keystone Verve Card Promo’, an exciting campaign aimed at rewarding customers for their everyday transactions. For the February and March editions, a total of 200 lucky…
Oando Foundation Fuels Future Possibilities For Young Girls
https://leadership.ng/oando-foundation-fuels-future-possibilities-for-young-girls/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:40
The quest for gender equality in Nigeria, particularly in education and professional development, faces significant challenges. Despite some progress, socio-cultural norms often hinder the educational journeys of girls, and women’s representation in…
FG Targets 80% In-house Workforce, Unveils Strategic Recruitment Drive
https://leadership.ng/fg-targets-80-in-house-workforce-unveils-strategic-recruitment-drive/
Published: April 22, 2025 05:39
The federal government has charted a new course toward institutional self-reliance with a bold vision to ensure that 80 percent of its jobs are handled internally by staff of the organisation by the end of the current administration’s tenure. This…
RMRDC Bill Threatens Manufacturing, Exports With Risky 30% Value-addition Push, CPPE Warns
Published: April 22, 2025 05:38
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has issued a strong warning over the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) Bill before the National Assembly, cautioning that its key provisions could significantly damage Nigeria’s…
FG Kicks As Truck Damages Almost-completed Lotto Bridge
https://leadership.ng/fg-kicks-as-truck-damages-almost-completed-lotto-bridge/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:53
The federal government has expressed concern over significant damage caused to the almost-completed Lotto Bridge Interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, expressed concern during an…
CPPE Opposes Raw Materials Export Restriction Bill
https://leadership.ng/cppe-opposes-raw-materials-export-restriction-bill/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:51
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has opposed the raw materials bill before the National Assembly, warning it may harm Nigerian exporters and manufacturers. This is contained in a statement on Monday by Dr Muda Yusuf, Chief…
Easter Fun Seekers Flock Lagos Theme Park
https://leadership.ng/easter-fun-seekers-flock-lagos-theme-park/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:49
Hundreds of fun seekers thronged Hakuna Malaya Theme Park, Victoria Island, Lagos, to celebrate the Easter holidays in a lively and colourful atmosphere. People of all ages marked the occasion by enjoying various recreational activities and relaxing…
Tricycle Owners’ Association Inaugurates New EXCO In Kaduna
https://leadership.ng/tricycle-owners-association-inaugurates-new-exco-in-kaduna/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:47
The Tricycle Owners’ Association of Nigeria (TOAN), Kaduna State, inaugurated fifteen chairmen and their executives on Saturday to run the association’s affairs in their various units for the next four years. The Deputy Route Commander, Assistant Public…
UN Chief Hails Pope Francis As ‘Transcendent Voice For Peace’
https://leadership.ng/un-chief-hails-pope-francis-as-transcendent-voice-for-peace/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:43
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has joined the world in mourning the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday in the Vatican City, aged 88. The pontiff – born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina – was elected in…
Gen Musa Urges Southern Kaduna Communities To Unite
https://leadership.ng/gen-musa-urges-southern-kaduna-communities-to-unite/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:42
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, has advised the people of Southern Kaduna to work as a united and purposeful entity for the area’s development. Musa made the call at the Southern Kaduna Solemn Assembly for Restoration held in Bara, Jema’a…
NSCDC Arrests Gun-wielding Man In Plateau Church
https://leadership.ng/nscdc-arrests-gun-wielding-man-in-plateau-church-2/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:40
Plateau State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested a man allegedly found with a firearm within the premises of a church in Bokkos local government area of the state. The NSCDC operatives’ eagle eyes averted what…
Hoodlums Kill Bank Driver, Attack Activist In Niger
https://leadership.ng/hoodlums-kill-bank-driver-attack-activist-in-niger/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:39
Hoodlums have killed a driver working with one of the second generation banks in Fadikpe a suburb of Minna, Niger State, Mohammed Abo’ore, and attacked a Public Affairs activist Nura Yarima. Sources hinted that Abo’ore had volunteered to help the…
Killings: US Urged To Redesignate Nigeria As Country Of Particular Concern
https://leadership.ng/killings-us-urged-to-redesignate-nigeria-as-country-of-particular-concern/
Published: April 22, 2025 04:37
The United States of America has been asked to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) and subsequently place it on the US watchlist over the rising spate of killings by bandits and herdsmen. The call was made by a delegation of…
Kaigama Urges Nigerians To Help The Needy
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Published: April 22, 2025 04:18
The Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, has called on Nigerians to follow the example set by the Sir David Osunde Foundation in its humanitarian efforts, emphasising that the government alone cannot address the nation’s challenges.…
Benue Is Under Siege, Alia Cries Out
https://leadership.ng/benue-is-under-siege-alia-cries-out/
Published: April 22, 2025 02:44
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has raised the alarm over escalating security challenges in the state, particularly with the start of the 2025 farming season, lamenting that the state is under siege by elements determined to displace the people and take…
After 40 Years, Minna Airport Commences Commercial Flights
https://leadership.ng/after-40-years-minna-airport-commences-commercial-flights/
Published: April 22, 2025 02:41
For the first time since the Minna International Airport in Niger State was constructed over four decades ago, formal commercial operations will begin tomorrow. The Niger State government has formally announced the commencement of scheduled flight…
Burnley, Leeds Make Premier League Return
https://leadership.ng/burnley-leeds-make-premier-league-return/
Published: April 21, 2025 19:57
Leeds United and Burnley are heading back to the Premier League after securing huge victories in the Championship on Easter Monday. Leeds’ two-year absence from the Premier League is set to end after thumping Stoke City 6-0 at Elland Road, with five of the…
Vatican Unveils Late Pope Francis’ Burial Wishes
https://leadership.ng/vatican-unveils-late-pope-francis-burial-wishes/
Published: April 21, 2025 19:57
The first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, died of stroke and subsequent irreversible heart failure, the Vatican said in a statement on Monday. The pontiff’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief from Catholics across…
From Skeptic To Advocate: Why Continuity With Governor Peter Mbah Matters
https://leadership.ng/from-skeptic-to-advocate-why-continuity-with-governor-peter-mbah-matters/
Published: April 21, 2025 18:51
As I reflect on my initial skepticism about Governor Peter Mbah’s emergence as Governor of Enugu State, I am deeply humbled by the power of his visionary leadership sweeping across Enugu State today. Let me state from the onset that I am not given to…
Troops Repel Boko Haram Attack On Military Base In Yobe
https://leadership.ng/troops-repel-boko-haram-attack-on-military-base-in-yobe/
Published: April 21, 2025 18:43
Unconfirmed number of soldiers and terrorists were reportedly killed when suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked a military base in Buni Yadi, Gujba local government area of Yobe State. Local sources confirmed to LEADERSHIP that the attack occurred…
Pope Francis Bridged Islam, Christianity, Fought For The Weak — Buhari
https://leadership.ng/pope-francis-bridged-islam-christianity-fought-for-the-weak-buhari/
Published: April 21, 2025 18:41
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has joined Christians all across the world in mourning the demise of the Head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, who departed the earth on Easter Monday. In a reaction to the news of the death, the former President, in…
Obedient Movement Merges With Tinubu Support Group, Backs President’s 2027 re-election
Published: April 21, 2025 18:40
The leadership of the Obedient Movement led by Alhaji Ahmad Abulfathi, at the weekend, reached the decision to collapse its national, zonal, state, local government, and ward political structures into the Nationwide Tinubu Connect Associates (NTCA). The…
Suspected Explosion At Maiduguri Prison ‘Mere False Alarm’ By Convicted Bomber Charles Okah
Published: April 21, 2025 17:51
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has debunked viral reports of a bomb explosion at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre (MaSCC) in Maiduguri, Borno State, clarifying that it was incident involving a convicted detainee, Charles Okah, who deliberate…
Plateau Killings: Church Leaders Protest Attacks, Demand Justice
https://leadership.ng/plateau-killings-church-leaders-protest-attacks-demand-justice/
Published: April 21, 2025 17:47
Christian faithful in Plateau State staged a peaceful protest on Easter Monday in condemnation of recent killings in Bokkos, Riyom and Bassa local government areas of the state. The protesters on Easter Monday called for an immediate end to the dastardly…
Kwara Gov Congratulates Emir Of Ilorin At 85
https://leadership.ng/kwara-gov-congratulates-emir-of-ilorin-at-85/
Published: April 21, 2025 17:32
Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari on his 85th birthday. The governor’s congratulatory message to the Emir was contained in a statement signed by his Chief Press, Rafiu Ajakaye on…
I Ensured Neutrality In Selection Process Of Alaafin, Makinde Insists
https://leadership.ng/i-ensured-neutrality-in-selection-process-of-alaafin-makinde-insists/
Published: April 21, 2025 17:11
Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has maintained that he had no regret in ensuring that due process was followed during the selection of the new Alaafin of Oyo. The governor, who stated this when the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade and his wife,…
Gombe Gov’t Probes Billiri Easter Tragedy As Gov Yahaya Mourns Victims
https://leadership.ng/gombe-govt-probes-billiri-easter-tragedy-as-gov-yahaya-mourns-victims/
Published: April 21, 2025 17:02
Gombe State governor, Inuwa Yahaya, has ordered an investigation into the tragic accident that occurred during an Easter procession in Billiri local government area of the State on Monday, which resulted in the loss of five lives and injuries to many…
CAN Mourns Pope Francis, Says He Was A Champion Of Mercy
https://leadership.ng/can-mourns-pope-francis-says-he-was-a-champion-of-mercy/
Published: April 21, 2025 17:01
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88, describing him as a champion of mercy. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement on Monday, remarked, “Pope Francis was a…
Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Pay Tribute To Late Pope Francis
https://leadership.ng/nigerias-catholic-bishops-pay-tribute-to-late-pope-francis/
Published: April 21, 2025 17:01
President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, has paid tribute to the late Pope Francis, emphasising his role as a leader in ecumenism and interfaith dialogue. Ugorji stated, “The late Pontiff fostered…
18 Africans To Particiapte As 120 Under 80-yr-old Cardinals To Elect New Pope
https://leadership.ng/18-africans-to-particiapte-as-120-under-80-yr-old-cardinals-to-elect-new-pope/
Published: April 21, 2025 16:56
The death of Pope Francis has set into motion the political process within the Catholic Church to select a new Pontiff. Cardinals from around the world will gather in the Vatican for the election, known as a conclave, following a traditional 15-day…
‘I’d Rather Prefer A Collabo Than Your N20m Gift’, Portable Tells Burna Boy
https://leadership.ng/id-rather-prefer-a-collabo-than-your-n20m-gift-portable-tells-burna-boy/
Published: April 21, 2025 16:10
Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, a.k.a Portable, has expressed a preference for a musical collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy over the latter’s N20 million gift he received from him. Over the weekend, Portable revealed that…
‘Benue Under Siege’, Gov Alia Raises Alarm
https://leadership.ng/benue-under-siege-gov-alia-raises-alarm/
Published: April 21, 2025 16:07
Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia, has raised the alarm over escalating security challenges in the state, particularly with the start of the 2025 farming season, lamenting that the state was under siege by elements determined to displace the people and…
What Happens When A Pope Passes Away
https://leadership.ng/what-happens-when-a-pope-passes-away/
Published: April 21, 2025 15:26
It’s no longer news that the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, passed away on Easter Monday morninv at the age of 88. Francis led the church for over 12 years, impacting over 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide. His death…
Police Confirm Death Of Delta Gov’s Aide Shimite Bello, Detain Husband
https://leadership.ng/police-confirm-death-of-delta-govs-aide-shimite-bello-detain-husband/
Published: April 21, 2025 15:24
The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the death of Chief Love Shimite Bello, the Special Adviser to Delta State governor on Trade and Export. The Command, however, denied that it arrested the husband of the deceased, whom it said that was only…
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Restates Call For Nigeria’s Restructuring
https://leadership.ng/ohanaeze-ndigbo-restates-call-for-nigerias-restructuring/
Published: April 21, 2025 13:25
Apex Igbo social-cultural Organisation, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has repeated its call for restructuring of the country, saying it remains a panacea to address some challenges confronting the nation. National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr.…
Police Arrest Suspected Traffickers, Recover Baby In Akwa Ibom
https://leadership.ng/police-arrest-suspected-traffickers-recover-baby-in-akwa-ibom/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:18
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, in their intensified surveillance during the ongoing Easter season, busted a syndicate specialising in trafficking new babies and trading them off for cash. LEADERSHIP gathered that the criminal gang bought…
Nigeria’s FinTech Future Takes Centre Stage At CBN-NASDAQ Investment Forum
https://leadership.ng/nigerias-fintech-future-takes-centre-stage-at-cbn-nasdaq-investment-forum/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:12
At the prestigious NASDAQ MarketSite in New York City, Nigeria’s fintech potential emerged as a key highlight during the Central Bank of Nigeria’s investment agenda showcase on April 17, 2025. Governor Olayemi Cardoso emphasised the importance of “creating…
What You Should Know About Late Catholic Pontiff Pope Francis
https://leadership.ng/what-you-should-know-about-late-catholic-pontiff-pope-francis/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:11
The first Latin American Pope, Francis, died on Easter Monday morning at the age of 88, ending a papacy that changed the look and tone of the Roman Catholic Church in modern times. The Vatican confirmed his death in a solemn video statement released the…
Serie A Games Postponed After Death Of Pope Francis
https://leadership.ng/serie-a-games-postponed-after-death-of-pope-francis/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:10
The four matches scheduled to hold on Monday in the top flight of Italian football have been postponed following the death of Pope Francis. The Vatican had announced on Monday morning that Pope Francis died at the age of 88 after he was recently discharged…
2,180 Kwarans To Perform 2025 Hajj Exercise
https://leadership.ng/2180-kwarans-to-perform-2025-hajj-exercise/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:09
About 2,180 Muslim faithful in Kwara State are to perform the 2025 Hajj in the holy land of Saudi Arabia. Of this figure, some 2,150 intending pilgrims have completed the payment for the Hajj fares, while about 30 others were yet to fully pay the fares as…
Pope Francis: World Has Lost A Voice For Justice, Peace — Tinubu
https://leadership.ng/pope-francis-world-has-lost-a-voice-for-justice-peace-tinubu/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:08
President Bola Tinubu has described the death of Pope Francis as a great loss to the world, saying humanity has lost one of its most powerful voices for justice, peace, and compassion. In a statement personally signed by him on Monday, the President joined…
‘He Dared To Walk Where No One Has Gone’, Atiku Mours Pope Francis
https://leadership.ng/he-dared-to-walk-where-no-one-has-gone-atiku-mours-pope-francis/
Published: April 21, 2025 12:04
Nigeria’s former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has mourned the death of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday morning, saying the Catholic Pontiff was a trailblazer who ‘dared to walk where no one has gone’. Atiku, in a statement posted on his verified…
Easter: Foundation Offers Free Medical Services To Residents Of Gbelebu, Environs
Published: April 21, 2025 12:03
Residents of Gbelebu community in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State and its environs were at the Easter celebrations treated to free medical care services by the Aaron Ponuwei Ebelo Foundation at the Gbelebu Community headquarters of the…
Fire Sparked By Gas Cylinder Guts Shops, Vehicles, Classrooms In Kano
https://leadership.ng/fire-sparked-by-gas-cylinder-guts-shops-vehicles-classrooms-in-kano/
Published: April 21, 2025 10:40
A fire outbreak triggered by gas cylinders being offloaded from a Peugeot J5 vehicle razed shops, vehicles, and several classrooms in the Rijiyar Zaki area of Kano on Sunday. Kano State Fire Service disclosed this on Monday, April 21, 2025, through a…
NSCDC Arrests Gun-wielding Man In Plateau Church
https://leadership.ng/nscdc-arrests-gun-wielding-man-in-plateau-church/
Published: April 21, 2025 10:39
Plateau State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a man allegedly found with firearm within the premises of a church in Bokkos local government area of the state. The eagle eyes of the NSCDC operatives averted what…
Gov Buni Presents Scholarship Cheques, Laptops To 127 Law Students
https://leadership.ng/gov-buni-presents-scholarship-cheques-laptops-to-127-law-students/
Published: April 21, 2025 10:23
The Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has presented scholarship cheques to 127 law graduates to proceed for their one year mandatory programme at the Nigeria law schools. Buni has while presenting the cheques at the Banquet Hall, Government House Damaturu…
Bamidele Urges Leaders To Emulate Christ, Shun Divisive Politics
https://leadership.ng/bamidele-urges-leaders-to-emulate-christ-shun-divisive-politics/
Published: April 21, 2025 10:20
The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, representing Ekiti Central, on Sunday, joined Christians worldwide in celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He urged leaders to shun divisive agendas and narratives that could further complicate…
Easter: How 4 Children Were Abducted In Delta Community
https://leadership.ng/easter-how-4-children-were-abducted-in-delta-community/
Published: April 21, 2025 10:18
Instead of celebrating Easter, the Ogwashi Uku community, Aniocha South local government council area, Delta state, since Friday, has been lamenting the abduction of four children in a mysterious circumstance. Parents of the children and neighbours who are…
CPC Bloc ‘ll Continue To Support Tinubu, APC Vice Chair Tells Malami
https://leadership.ng/cpc-bloc-ll-continue-to-support-tinubu-apc-vice-chair-tells-malami/
Published: April 21, 2025 10:16
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Vice Chairman (North West), Hon. Garba Datti Muhammad, has asked the former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, to refrain from castigating and deriding leaders of the…
Katsina Hisbah Board Denies Assaulting Lady In Viral Video
https://leadership.ng/katsina-hisbah-board-denies-assaulting-lady-in-viral-video/
Published: April 21, 2025 09:38
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has denied allegations that its operatives assaulted a young woman, Hauwa’u Lawal, leading to a leg fracture and hearing impairment, as claimed in a viral video circulating on social media. At a press briefing held Sunday in…
JUST-IN: President Tinubu Returns To Nigeria Monday
https://leadership.ng/just-in-president-tinubu-returns-to-nigeria-monday/
Published: April 21, 2025 09:36
President Bola Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria this Monday following a working visit to Europe, according to his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Onanuga made the announcement in a brief post on his official X handle,…
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