Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Tinubu Assures Nigerians of Progress, Stronger Security
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will continue to make progress, strengthen security infrastructure, and eventually overcome terrorism. He spoke during the commissioning of 80 security vehicles and other projects in Ogun State.
2. Atiku Pledges to Back Any ADC Presidential Candidate
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to support anybody that emerges as the party’s presidential candidate. He also dismissed claims that INEC could undermine the ADC.
3. CAN Urges FG to Address Hardship, Insecurity in Niger State
The Niger State chapter of CAN has urged federal and state governments to take urgent steps to ease hardship and decisively address persistent insecurity, calling on Christians to extend support to the less privileged.
4. PENGASSAN Halts Industrial Action Against Seplat Energy
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has halted its industrial action against Seplat Energy, according to a notice addressed to members across the union’s branches nationwide.
5. Gunmen Kill Three in Fresh Plateau Attack
Unidentified gunmen have launched a fresh attack on Nyamgo Gyel, Jos South LGA of Plateau State, killing three men who were ambushed while returning home on a motorbike, increasing fears over deteriorating security.
6. Wike Clarifies Comment About “Shooting” TV Journalist
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has clarified his comment about Channels TV’s Seun Okinbaloye, explaining he did not mean it literally after saying he would have “broken his TV screen and shot” the journalist.
7. Army Begins Stop-and-Search Exercise in Jos Metropolis
Troops of the Nigerian Army, under Operation Enduring Peace, have initiated a comprehensive stop-and-search exercise across Jos metropolis following recent attacks, the Media Information Officer confirmed.
8. Bauchi Governor Accuses FG of Using EFCC, Courts to Persecute Opponents
Governor Bala Mohammed has issued a stern warning to President Tinubu and the APC-led government, accusing them of attempting to use state institutions including the courts and EFCC to persecute non-APC members.
9. APC Chairman Vows Decisive Action to Halt Plateau Killings
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has declared that the era of routine condemnation of killings in Plateau State must end, vowing decisive action to halt the violence during a visit to Jos University Teaching Hospital.
10. CDS Urges Armed Forces to Remain United, Vigilant
Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede has urged personnel of the Armed Forces to remain united, vigilant, and steadfast in the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities in an Easter message.
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Disclaimer: This content is a summary of a news article published by CDA News Nigeria on April 5, 2026, and is republished here for informational purposes only.
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