Good morning, here is News Summary across Nigeria:
At least five people, including a traditional ruler and members of his family, were killed in an attack by gunmen in the Olegabulu community, Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State. Residents said the assailants, who arrived on motorcycles, stormed the monarch’s residence on Thursday night and opened fire.
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has expressed concern over the Federal Government’s continued borrowing despite the removal of the petrol subsidy. Speaking during a television interview, the former Central Bank governor warned that poor fiscal discipline could weaken expected gains from recent economic reforms.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Dr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma as minister of housing and urban development following Senate confirmation. The ceremony took place at the State House, where the president urged the new minister to contribute effectively at a challenging period of national development.
Taiwo Oyedele has assumed office as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy after completing a handover process with his predecessor, Wale Edun. Officials said the transition followed a presidential directive and was finalized on April 23, 2026.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has urged aspirants of the All Progressives Congress to avoid desperation ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Akure, he called for unity, discipline, and adherence to party principles.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested former Skye Bank chairman, Tunde Ayeni, over allegations involving money laundering and misappropriation of funds amounting to billions of naira and millions of dollars. He is currently in custody in Abuja.
Police in Edo State have rescued nine kidnapped victims from two separate incidents along the Benin–Lagos corridor and nearby forest areas. The operation was confirmed in a statement issued by the state command.
A High Court in Lokoja has awarded ₦1 billion in damages against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in a defamation case filed by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Adoza Bello. The senator has rejected the ruling and plans to appeal.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and other lawmakers at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly after attending Jummah prayers. Details of the meeting were not disclosed.
Police in Benue State have arrested two suspects linked to the killing of a National Youth Service Corps member, Ben Agir. The victim was reportedly attacked by a vigilante group over allegations of motorcycle theft in Buruku Local Government Area.
