Good morning! Here are the top 10 stories making headlines in Nigerian newspapers this morning, curated by CDA News Nigeria.
1. Dr Umar Ardo vows to challenge NDC registration in court
A leading promoter of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), Dr Umar Ardo, has raised fresh concerns over alleged irregularities in the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), vowing to challenge the process in court. ADA is one of 171 political associations that applied to INEC for registration .
2. ADC’s Abdullahi criticises Peter Obi for lack of interest in party manifesto
National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has criticised former presidential aspirant Peter Obi, alleging that he showed little interest in the party’s manifesto during his brief stay in the coalition. Abdullahi questioned Obi’s familiarity with the party’s positions on key national issues .
3. NNPCL signs MoU with two Chinese companies for refinery technical partnership
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Sanjiang Chemical Company Limited and Xingcheng, Fuzhou Industrial Park Operation and Management Co. Ltd for potential Technical Equity Partnership in support of completing and operating the Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries .
4. Labour Party offers Governor Alex Otti free nomination form for 2027
The National Working Committee of the Labour Party has offered Governor Alex Otti a free nomination form to contest the 2027 elections. The party released its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2026 primary elections in line with the Constitution and Electoral Act 2026 .
5. FG demands thorough investigation into death of two Nigerians in South Africa
The Federal Government has demanded a thorough and impartial investigation into the death of two Nigerians in South Africa, as it moves to fast-track implementation of a bilateral Early Warning Mechanism to address rising xenophobic tensions against foreign nationals .
6. 16 persons killed in reprisal attacks in Katsina and Plateau
No fewer than 16 persons have been killed following a reprisal attack by bandits on communities in Kankia LGA of Katsina State, and in a fresh attack by terrorists in Fan District of Barkin Ladi LGA of Plateau State. Meanwhile, IBEDC confirmed the abduction of two of its staff in Ogun State .
7. Troops intercept ammunition courier along Abaji-Kwali Road
Troops of the Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, in collaboration with ONSA operatives, intercepted a suspected ammunition courier along the Abaji–Kwali Road in the FCT. The operation was carried out at about 7:09 pm on Monday, May 3, by personnel of the 176 Guards Battalion following credible intelligence .
8. Coup plot defendants admit awareness of plot in court videos
A Federal High Court in Abuja saw video recordings of investigators’ interview sessions with three of the six men being prosecuted over an alleged plot to overthrow the Tinubu administration. In the recordings, two defendants – retired Navy Captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor and Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim – admitted being aware of the coup plot .
9. NDLEA raids BUK old site, arrests six suspects over drug activities
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano Strategic Command, has raided the Bayero University Kano old site area and arrested six suspects allegedly involved in illicit drug activities. The operation also led to the dismantling of several drug joints within and around the area .
10. Akwa Ibom Police arrest 25 suspected cultists including 10 females
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have apprehended 25 suspected cultists, including 10 females, in a renewed push against criminal elements in the state. The suspects were arrested in Abak LGA during a meeting of their members, according to DSP Timfon John .
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