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A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and former Governor of Kano State, Kabiru Gaya, says the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, is scared of the ADC.

Waya said this on Wednesday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television monitored by DAILY POST.

He said the ruling party is working against the ADC just the same way it has crashed the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and other political parties.

The ex-Kano governor also charged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to be honest, sincere and able to work with every party, stressing that it has be a neutral ground rather than be in the interests of one party.

“I know the major party is working hard against us. They were not worried at all before, because they have crashed the PDP and other parties. But they didn’t know that ADC was coming up.

“The members of the ADC are totally committed to making sure the party becomes successful. We are doing our best, and we have gone through so many hurdles. We’ve crossed those hurdles, and we believe some of us are old politicians,” he said.

APC afraid of ADC – Kano ex-governor, Gaya

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Two months after a fatal crash involving a vehicle conveying 13 journalists, the Bauchi State Government has dismissed the driver, Aminu Abdullahi. The dismissal was carried out by the Bauchi State Civil Service Commission (CSC) during its recent sitting. The Commission disclosed that Abdullahi, a clerical assistant in the state civil service, was sacked for […]

The former governorship candidate of the Abundant Nigeria Renewal Party (ANRP) in the 2019 general elections, Olalekan Ayorinde, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. The event marked a significant moment for the APC, as Ayorinde, widely regarded as one of the notable governorship candidates in the 2019 election, has officially […]

Paul Onuachu is expected to return to training on Thursday (today) ahead of Trabzonspor’s League clash with Istanbul Başakşehir, DAILY POST reports.

Onuachu missed Trabzonspor’s 1-1 draw at Alanyaspor last weekend due to a thigh problem.

The tall striker felt pain in his left thigh muscle in the Black Sea Storm’s final training session before the Alanyaspor game.

MRI scans revealed no serious findings, according to the authoritative Turkish news hub, Fanatik.

The Nigerian forward is expected to be available for Istanbul Başakşehir’s clash on Saturday.

Onuachu is the leading scorer in the Turkish Super Lig this season with 22 goals.

Turkey: Onuachu back in training after injury layoff

The Academic Staff Union of Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero (ASUU-AFUSTA), has issued a fresh set of demands to the Kebbi State Government, warning of a possible strike action if urgent steps are not taken to address their longstanding grievances.

The union’s chairman, Dr. Musa Isah Fakai, made the position known in a statement. He expressed the union’s growing frustration over what he described as persistent neglect of staff welfare and unresolved labour issues at the institution.

Fakai said the demands were part of ongoing efforts by the union to draw attention to what he termed “labour-unfriendly” conditions at the university, noting that similar concerns had been raised repeatedly through press briefings, official statements and other engagements without meaningful response from relevant authorities.

According to him, despite continuous advocacy, key stakeholders including the Ministry for Higher Education, the university management and the Governing Council have failed to adequately address the challenges confronting academic staff.

“The problems remain numerous, and the situation remains critically unaddressed by the relevant stakeholders,” he said, adding that the union had expected better responsiveness from the state government.

Among the demands listed by the union are the non-implementation of the approved remuneration package for university lecturers, non-payment of Earned Academic Allowances (EAA) dating back to 2014, and the backlog of unpaid promotion arrears. The union also decried the failure to implement annual salary increments for its members.

Fakai warned that failure by the government to meet these demands could lead to industrial action, stressing that the union would not hesitate to take necessary steps to protect the welfare of its members.

ASUU-AFUSTA chapter threatens strike in Kebbi

The Nigerian Correctional Service, Yobe State command, has declared a 30-year-old convicted inmate wanted after he escaped when the vehicle conveying inmates from Potiskum to Damaturu was involved in a road crash.

The Command’s Public Relation Officer, DSC Abdullahi Adamu, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday and made available to newsmen in Damaturu.

According to the command, the incident happened on April 13, 2026, when the vehicle conveying inmates from MSCC Potiskum to Damaturu was involved in a crash.

“The unfortunate incident occurred while efforts are being made to rescue the affected accident victims,” the statement said.

The Command revealed the identity of the escaped inmate as Dahiru Mohammed, aged 30, with prison number J/1539/24 was admitted 29/11/24.

“The escaped individual is considered dangerous and members of the public are advised not to have any personal dealings with him,” it warned.

It appealed to the public to contact any nearest police station or correctional facility in case of any information regarding the whereabouts of the fugitive, warning that harboring a fugitive is a serious criminal offense and punishable by law.

NCoS declares convicted inmate wanted after escaping from accident scene in Yobe

The Federal Road Maintenance Agency, FERMA has appealed to Abia residents and other road users on Aba-Azumini highway to avoid any act that may destroy the newly completed work on the road.

FERMA, which spoke through Suleiman Mohammed Omonowo, South-East 2 Zonal Director, warned that burning of tyres during festivities would destroy the road.

Speaking on the highway during the inspection of the road, Omonowo said that harmful practices by youths and other community members on new roads contribute to the failure of some roads across the country.

“Our advice to the road users, especially the indigenes is to protect the road from destruction. Let nobody come and destroy it or be burning tyres in the name of celebration.

“This portion of the highway was in critical and terrible condition, a death trap to commuters and villagers before FERMA intervened”, he said.

Omonowo expressed satisfaction with the quality of job done by the contractor that handled the work, saying that the Catch Pit constructed in the project would prevent overflow of water.

He said that the road which connects Aba and some other communities in Abia up to Cross River State, carries heavy traffic of vehicles, hence FERMA’s intervention.

The South-East 2 Zonal Director, who said that his office is in charge of Ebonyi, Abia and Cross River States, urged Nigerian construction companies to do more in quality delivery, to be able to effectively challenge foreign construction companies.

Also speaking, the Federal roads maintenance engineer, Abia State, Festus Okafor said FERMA workers are not suffering harassment or other forms of violence from youths and other villagers in Abia State during their operations.

Don’t destroy new roads with burning of tyres – FERMA begs Abia residents

Nigerian business titan Aliko Dangote has been named among the world’s 100 most influential people as TIME released its prestigious TIME100 list for 2026.

Dangote, Africa’s richest man and founder of the Dangote Group, is the only Nigerian on the list. He features in the Titans category for his drive to industrialise Africa through major investments in cement, sugar, fertiliser, and the landmark Dangote Refinery, Nigeria’s largest and one of the world’s biggest.

This marks his second appearance on the TIME100, following his debut in 2014.

Writing the tribute this year is fellow Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu, who described Dangote as “indefatigable, resilient, and foresighted.”

Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa, praised Dangote as “one of the greatest African entrepreneurs of our time,” adding that he has shown Africans can create value “with our own resources, on our continent.”

The tribute comes full circle, as Dangote once wrote Elumelu’s profile when the banker made the list in 2020.

The 2026 TIME100, now in its 23rd edition, spotlights individuals shaping politics, business, culture, technology and society. Other major names include U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and tech leaders such as Google’s Sundar Pichai and YouTube’s Neal Mohan.

Global political figures on the list also include Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and several members of the Trump administration.

For Nigeria and Africa, Dangote’s recognition carries symbolic weight amid economic challenges and ongoing debates around self-reliance.

His Dangote Refinery represents a major industrial push aimed at reducing dependence on imported petroleum products, creating jobs, and boosting local manufacturing.

Analysts say the honour reinforces Dangote’s role as a symbol of African entrepreneurship and resilience, countering negative narratives about the continent and inspiring a new generation of business leaders.

The TIME100 list is not ranked numerically but grouped into categories including Titans, Leaders, Innovators, Icons, Artists and Pioneers.

The announcement comes alongside global covers featuring figures such as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, ahead of the TIME100 Summit scheduled for April 22 in New York.

The full 2026 TIME100 list and tributes are available on times official website

Dangote Joins Trump, Pope Leo On TIME Most Influential People 2026 is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The All Progressives Congress has rejected claims that Nigeria is drifting toward a one-party state, insisting that the country remains a full multi-party democracy.

The party’s National Secretary, Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, made the statement on Wednesday during a media chat on Arise TV.

“By the last estimates, Nigeria has about 200 million people, and the largest proportion in any political organisation belongs to the APC. So when you talk about Nigerians speaking collectively, you cannot rely on what I call a cacophony of individuals speaking out of emotion without facts. As a government, we must respect democratic institutions, and no one should cast aspersions on democracy or the judiciary without hard evidence.

“One of the key features of democracy is the diversity of ideas and the freedom for people to speak without fear. Today, Nigeria has a vibrant and independent media space. Everyday, there are editorials and talk shows criticising the government. That shows that freedom of speech, association, and organisation are clearly alive in our country.”

He said Nigeria currently has about 19 registered political parties, arguing that this alone disproves allegations of one-party domination.

“As at the last count, we have no less than 19 registered political parties in Nigeria. Those claiming to have problems are not up to four or five. So you cannot say there is a one-party state.”

He stressed that the APC remains focused on strengthening its structures and expanding grassroots support across the country, rather than engaging in what he described as unnecessary political accusations.

“The job of the APC is very clear. We intend to build a pan-Nigerian political party that truly resonates with the grassroots and is able to articulate policies and programmes in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President. We will not be distracted by people whose outcry is driven by sentiments that are not rooted in facts,” he added.

One-party allegation driven by emotion, not fact – APC