Stock market records N33bn turnover as investors gain N600bn
The Nigerian stock market transacted 815.48 million shares valued at N33.3 billion in 52,641 deals on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This represents a decline compared to Tuesday’s trading, which saw 887.68 million shares worth N385.6 billion exchanged across 53,436 transactions. Transactions on the activity chart was led by Wema Bank with 77.75 million shares worth N2.03 billion. This was followed by Guaranty...
Electric glitch disrupts Lagos airport operations
An electric spark on Wednesday compelled the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to divert flights from Terminal 3 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State. The FAAN Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Agbebire disclosed that the terminal was shut following the...
Nigeria’s oil reserves drop to 37.01bn barrels
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has disclosed that crude oil and condensate reserves stand at 31.09 billion barrels and 5.92 billion barrels, respectively, amounting to 37.01 billion barrels. The NUPRC Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this on Wednesday while presenting an overview of the nation’s oil, condensate, associated gas and non-associated gas reserves as of January 1, 2026. Eyesan...
How VeryDarkMan’s viral video sparked outrage in Plateau
Popular Nigerian social media influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, known widely as VeryDarkMan, has come under intense criticism after a viral video surfaced allegedly showing him urging youths in Plateau State to “restrategise” and take up arms against anyone perceived as a stranger in their communities. In the widely circulated clip, the controversial commentator made remarks many have described as inciting...
JAMB releases 2026 Mock UTME results
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Mock, which was conducted on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Candidates can access their results by sending MOCKRESULT via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the same phone number (SIM) registered for the 2026 UTME. A total of 224,597 candidates registered for the...
ADC leadership crisis: INEC suspends recognition of all factions, removes David Mark-led NWC from portal
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has suspended recognition of all factions within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following the ruling of the Court of Appeal in the leadership dispute between former Senate President David Mark and Nafiu Gombe. INEC disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, saying the decision was reached after reviewing the appellate...
ADC faction storms INEC, demands Bala’s recognition
Supporters of a faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday marched to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, demanding the recognition of Nafiu Bala as the party’s National Chairman. The protesters, led by Bala, hinged their demand on a March 12, 2026 judgment of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which they insist...
Atiku, Kwankwaso rally opposition bloc for 2027
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stepped up consultations with major opposition leaders following the defection of former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement on Wednesday, Atiku confirmed he met separately with Kwankwaso and the ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark, in Abuja, describing both engagements as part of ongoing efforts...
Tinubu heads to Jos after deadly attacks
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rescheduled his planned visit to Ogun State, opting instead to travel to Jos, Plateau State, on Wednesday to commiserate with residents following recent deadly attacks that claimed several lives. The President had been expected in Iperu, Ogun State, on Thursday to inaugurate operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport. However, according to a State House statement...
Easter: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays
The Federal Government has declared Friday and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to enable Christians celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ (Easter). The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on behalf of the federal government via a statement issued on Wednesday, April 1. Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance,...
