Home - New Post Africa

Delta Police deny use of live ammunition in Orerokpe incident as Effurun’s extrajudicial killing haunts residents

Politics

IPOB says ESN operatives will continue operations against security threats in Nigeria’s Southeast

Cityscope

Lagos launches Africa’s first Flood Risk Insurance Scheme for vulnerable residents

Ogun Police arrest two suspected cattle rustlers, recover stolen cow worth ₦1.7m

JUST IN: Gombe Police debunk viral claim of arson attack on Nafiu Bala’s residence after ADC Supreme Court ruling

Supreme Court restores David Mark‑led ADC leadership as Atiku, party hail ruling

International

Trump intensifies feud with German Chancellor Merz over criticism of Iran war: “Fix your broken country”

International

Israel intercepts Gaza‑bound flotilla, thanks Greece for cooperation

Business

NNPC completes River Niger crossing of OB3 gas pipeline

Politics

Peter Obi lambasts Tinubu, says borrowing for consumption is “leprous and a killer cancer”

Politics

Umahi receives new NLNG CEO, announces presidential approval for dualisation of Bodo‑Bonny Road link

MAY 1, 2026 • BY NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

ICPC Niger hosts lecture on asset disclosure to strengthen transparency

Africa

Museveni defends Uganda Sovereignty Bill, reaffirms commitment to free economy

WATCH LATEST VIDEOS

Peter Mbah rates Enugu higher on security as state becomes…

Kenyan fighter in Ukraine deceived into joining Russia’s war effort.

Suspected terrorist kidnappers release footage of abducted passengers tortured in…

VIDEO REPORT: Kenyans protest rising fuel prices and soaring cost…

US Senator Cruz laments continued killings of Christians in Nigeria

Fire razes hundreds of homes in Malaysia, cause under investigation

Breaking Barriers: Brigadier General Paulina Oluwabunmi Aburime’s rise in Nigeria’s…

SlutterHouse Trailer

Politics

APC extends sale, submission deadlines for 2027 nomination forms

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended the sale of the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination forms for aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections. The APC Deputy National…

Reps order 11 DISCOs to refund N55.42bn NMMP loan over metering failures

Lagos launches Africa’s first Flood Risk Insurance Scheme for vulnerable residents

APR 30, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Supreme Court restores David Mark‑led ADC leadership as Atiku, party hail ruling

Peter Obi lambasts Tinubu, says borrowing for consumption is “leprous and a killer cancer”

Umahi receives new NLNG CEO, announces presidential approval for dualisation of Bodo‑Bonny Road link

Peter Mbah rates Enugu higher on security as state becomes first to equip agents with body cameras

Bianca Ojukwu thanks Tinubu for appointment as Foreign Affairs Minister, receives congratulations from Israel

Nwifuru moves to consolidate APC ahead of 2027 second-term bid in Ebonyi

Kwankwasiyya Movement visits Obidient Group, resolves to work together

Umahi reaffirms support for Tinubu, Nwifuru, urges consensus or direct primaries in Ebonyi

APR 29, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Lagos marks 2026 World Safety Day, highlights psychosocial well‑being

Tinubu appoints Bianca Odumegwu‑Ojukwu as Foreign Affairs Minister, nominates Enikanolaiye, and Rabiu Abdullahi Umar to head NMDPRA

APR 29, 2026 • BY ULOKO IBE

ADC reacts to court ruling sacking state chairmen

APR 29, 2026 • BY ULOKO IBE

Atiku visits Amaechi in Abuja as ADC leaders intensify 2027 consultations

Business

Reps order 11 DISCOs to refund N55.42bn NMMP loan over metering failures

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — The House of Representatives has directed 11 electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to refund N55.42 billion obtained under the National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP), following findings that the scheme failed to achieve its intended objectives. Lawmakers on…

NNPC completes River Niger crossing of OB3 gas pipeline

APR 30, 2026 • BY LINDRUKY RUKEVWE

Museveni defends Uganda Sovereignty Bill, reaffirms commitment to free economy

NGX trading hours extension records hitch‑free debut

APR 29, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Uganda assures citizens of stable fuel supply, warns against hoarding

APR 28, 2026 • BY ULOKO IBE

Governor Eno announces commencement of international flights from Victor Attah Airport

APR 28, 2026 • BY ULOKO IBE

PTAD completes ₦1.73bn payment of ₦32,000 pension arrears to 54,206 beneficiaries

APR 27, 2026 • BY IBE ABUCHI

Nigeria Revenue Service disowns fake flyer on new vehicle tax

APR 27, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Bank customers lament ATM card fee hike, urge CBN intervention

APR 27, 2026 • BY ADMIN

AEDC announces planned outage in Wuse, Maitama, Jabi; technical fault disrupts power in Nyanya, Ado areas

APR 27, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Civil servants hopeful as FG approves welfare boost amid economic hardship

APR 27, 2026 • BY NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

Sanwo-Olu signs new power agreements to boost reliability, manage costs

APR 26, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

NNPC Limited records production gains, reforms, and improved transparency in one-year review —Bayo Ojulari

APR 26, 2026 • BY DUBEM EL-NATH

NNPC Foundation Wins CSR Champion Award (Health)

APR 25, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

WTO, ITC launch WEIDE Program in Jordan to empower women entrepreneurs

APR 24, 2026 • BY LINDRUKY RUKEVWE

Education

JAMB extends 2026 direct entry registration deadline to May 8

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) registration exercise to May 8, giving eligible candidates additional time to complete their applications. JAMB announced the extension in a statement issued…

Tai Solarin students’ union issues 72-hour ultimatum over robbery attacks in university community

APR 28, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

NNPC Foundation trains Batch A Stream 2 corps members

First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu commissions nursing quarters, mega schools in Borno

APR 28, 2026 • BY ABIODUN OLOGEDE

Lagos Permanent Secretary earns doctorate, urges lifelong learning in public service

APR 27, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

FG introduces national textbook ranking system to improve quality in schools

APR 27, 2026 • BY DUBEM EL-NATH

NYSC DG Nafiu assures corps members of safety, confirms role in 2027 elections

APR 26, 2026 • BY DUBEM EL-NATH

WTO DG Okonjo-Iweala celebrates Lord Nick Stern at 80, highlights trade’s role in sustainability

APR 22, 2026 • BY LINDRUKY RUKEVWE

Education minister Alausa deepens UK partnerships for sector reform

APR 22, 2026 • BY DUBEM EL-NATH

Uganda exam board visits Nigeria to understudy NABTEB TVET model

APR 21, 2026 • BY NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

Aisha Yesufu warns of looming collapse in FCT public schools

APR 20, 2026 • BY DUBEM EL-NATH

Independent Awards: Nigeria’s Education Minister Alausa named Most Innovative Cabinet Minister

APR 20, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

UniAbuja graduates 17,200, honours Odili, others at combined convocation

APR 18, 2026 • BY NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

Former NYSC leaders urge moral rebirth and stronger security for corps members

APR 15, 2026 • BY ABIODUN OLOGEDE

DBI, ITU Partner to strengthen digital skills and broadband development in Nigeria

APR 14, 2026 • BY DUBEM EL-NATH

Crime Diary

Reverend Dachomo decries killing of Christian family in Plateau as U.S. lawmakers move to restrict security aid to Nigeria

JOS, Nigeria (NPA) — Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, Regional Leader of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), has condemned the killing of an entire Christian family in Plateau State, describing it as yet another tragic example of persecution in Northern…

Delta Police deny use of live ammunition in Orerokpe incident as Effurun’s extrajudicial killing haunts residents

MAY 1, 2026 • BY IBE ABUCHI

IPOB says ESN operatives will continue operations against security threats in Nigeria’s Southeast

APR 30, 2026 • BY ABIODUN OLOGEDE

Ogun Police arrest two suspected cattle rustlers, recover stolen cow worth ₦1.7m

APR 30, 2026 • BY ABIODUN OLOGEDE

JUST IN: Gombe Police debunk viral claim of arson attack on Nafiu Bala’s residence after ADC Supreme Court ruling

APR 30, 2026 • BY IBE ABUCHI

Supreme Court restores David Mark‑led ADC leadership as Atiku, party hail ruling

APR 30, 2026 • BY ABIODUN OLOGEDE

ICPC Niger hosts lecture on asset disclosure to strengthen transparency

Peter Mbah rates Enugu higher on security as state becomes first to equip agents with body cameras

APR 30, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Lagos Police arrest woman in viral video attempting to stab teenage daughter

Oyo Police probe death of motorcyclist, attack on Moniya outpost

APR 29, 2026 • BY ADEREMI OGUNPITAN

COAS reaffirms Nigerian Army’s global partnerships to strengthen national security

APR 29, 2026 • BY MARO CHIDERA

Police dismiss officers over Effurun shooting, order prosecution

Nigerian Army sustains offensive under Operation Desert Sanity V, crushes terrorist cells in Timbuktu and Bulabulin

APR 29, 2026 • BY IBE ABUCHI

NDLEA raids Lagos warehouses, seizes N16.9bn worth of opioids

Nigerian Army adopts standardised evaluation framework to boost operational efficiency