Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Amnesty International Criticises FG Over Benue Killings
Amnesty International has criticised Nigerian authorities over the killing of at least 17 people in Mbalom, Benue State, accusing the government of failing to protect residents from repeated violence during Easter festivities.
2. Presidency Warns Peter Obi Against Targeting Tinubu Over ADC Crisis
The Presidency has warned former Anambra Governor Peter Obi against unfairly targeting President Bola Tinubu over the ongoing crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), according to a statement by Bayo Onanuga.
3. FG Dismisses Visa-on-Arrival Cancellation Reports
The federal government has dismissed reports suggesting the cancellation of Nigeria’s Visa-on-Arrival policy, clarifying that the system has instead been upgraded to enhance efficiency, Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo stated.
4. ADC Youth Wing Issues Three-Day Ultimatum to INEC
The Youth Wing of the ADC has issued a three-day ultimatum to INEC demanding the restoration of the party’s leadership as recognized in 2025 or face nationwide civic action, accusing INEC of undermining democracy.
5. ADC Releases Video Showing INEC at 2025 Event with Nafiu Bala
The ADC has released footage from a July 2025 event showing Nafiu Bala attending the unveiling of David Mark as interim national chairman, with INEC representatives present.
6. APC Chieftain Describes Plateau Killings as Politically Motivated
APC chieftain Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga has described the renewed violence and killings in Plateau State as politically motivated, aimed at derailing President Tinubu’s re-election and discrediting Governor Mutfwang.
7. Dino Melaye Warns Tinubu Against Entrenching Prolonged Rule
Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has criticised President Tinubu, warning against attempts to entrench prolonged rule and weaken democratic opposition, alleging Tinubu’s ambition to become like Cameroon’s President Paul Biya.
8. Police Rescue Seven Kidnapped Victims from Kaduna Easter Attack
The Nigeria Police has rescued seven kidnapped victims from the attack in Ariko Village near Gurara Dam on Easter Sunday, following a joint operation with the Army and DSS.
9. Benue Attack Death Toll Rises to 11
The number of people killed in the early Saturday attack by suspected armed herdsmen on Agena community in Mbalom, Gwer East LGA of Benue State, has increased to 11 after two additional bodies were found.
10. ADC Presidential Aspirant Defends Party Choice Despite Leadership Crisis
A presidential aspirant under the ADC, Abayomi Rotimi, has explained why he chose the party for the 2027 elections despite its current leadership crisis, stating the party is not absolutely bad and could be worked with.
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Disclaimer: This content is a summary of a news article published by CDA News Nigeria on April 7, 2026, and is republished here for informational purposes only.
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