A human rights lawyer represents a mother who faced threats after raising concerns about inappropriate content in her child’s nursery textbook.
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Month: April 2026
UBA Pushes Deeper Bank-Fintech Collaboration at pan African Conference
The conference convened more than 20 leading fintechs and ecosystem stakeholders, including PalmPay, OPay, PayAza, Mastercard, Visa, Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System, and representatives of the Central Bank of Nigeria.
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NEC directs govs to contribute N200m each for cultural tourism project
Nigeria’s National Economic Council has directed all 36 states to contribute N200m each towards a new national cultural tourism project.
Read More: https://punchng.com/nec-directs-govs-to-contribute-n200m-each-for-cultural-tourism-project/
BREAKING: Dangote refinery recalls sacked engineers, warns against further misconduct
Dangote refinery has recalled previously sacked engineers after an internal review, issuing a stern warning against future misconduct to ensure stability.
Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-dangote-refinery-recalls-sacked-engineers-warns-against-further-misconduct/
[BREAKING] S’Court judgment: Makinde, Bala, PDP BoT, NEC hold closed-door meeting
PDP governors and leaders hold a closed-door PDP leadership meeting in Abuja following a Supreme Court judgment on the party’s leadership crisis.
Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-scourt-judgment-makinde-bala-pdp-bot-nec-hold-closed-door-meeting/
Desmond Elliot denies feud with Gbajabiamila, seeks fourth term
Desmond Elliot dismisses feud rumors with Femi Gbajabiamila as he declares his intention to seek a fourth term, citing experience and continuity.
Read More: https://punchng.com/desmond-elliot-denies-feud-with-gbajabiamila-seeks-fourth-term/
Federal govt approves N548.98bn to demolish, rebuild Carter Bridge in Lagos
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, announced the decision on Thursday after the meeting of the Federal Executive Council in Abuja.
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NPFL: El-Kanemi Warriors’ Abdulrahman eyes strong end to season
El-Kanemi Warriors midfielder, Daddy Abdulrahman, has expressed optimism ahead of the final rounds of matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL.
The Borno Army will play Barau FC, Niger Tornadoes, and Enyimba in their remaining fixtures this season.
Abdulrahman admitted that the games will not be easy but assured that he will give his best.
El-Kanemi Warriors will face Barau FC in a matchday 36 fixture in Kano this weekend.
“Our next focus is now Barau FC, who we play in Kano,” Abdulrahman told NPFL media.
“We are on the same points with them, and that is not going to be an easy match because goal difference can play a big role at the end of the season.
“I just want to go there and give my best. We want to get a result in that game and come back home and make sure we win against Niger Tornadoes.”
NPFL: El-Kanemi Warriors’ Abdulrahman eyes strong end to season
NPFL: Kun Khalifat want maximum points against Pillars – Amaefula
Kun Khalifat captain, Chikamso Amaefula, has said that the team is ready for the matchday 36 encounter against Kano Pillars.
The Owerri-based club will lock horns with Kano Pillars at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, on Sunday.
Amaefula said that their focus is to secure maximum points against Mohammed Babaganaru’s side.
“We have used the two-week break in the league to intensify preparations for the game,” Amaefula told the club’s media.
“We are more focused as we go all out for the maximum points against Kano Pillars.
“We are playing for the badge and the club’s faithful; victory is non-negotiable in the game.”
Kun Khalifat are currently battling to avoid relegation.
NPFL: Kun Khalifat want maximum points against Pillars – Amaefula
NWFL: Nasarawa Amazons, Abia Angels secure Super Six playoff spots
Nasarawa Amazons and Abia Angels have qualified for the Nigeria Women Football League Super Six playoff tournament.
Nasarawa Amazons defeated Sunshine Queens 2–1 at Lafia City Stadium to book their ticket.
Abia Angels sealed qualification after holding Dannaz Ladies to a goalless draw.
Nasarawa Amazons have 32 points, while Abia Angels have garnered 28 points from 17 matches in Group B, with one regular season game remaining.
Nasarawa Amazons will face FC Robo Queens in their final regular season match, while Abia Angels will play Ahudianyem Queens.
FC Robo Queens have also qualified for the Super Six from Group B.
Remo Stars Ladies missed out on qualification after a 3–0 defeat to Delta Queens.
NWFL: Nasarawa Amazons, Abia Angels secure Super Six playoff spots
