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Opposition leaders criticized the Federal High Court ruling that ordered the deregistration of five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress. They vowed to appeal, with some alleging the move aims to weaken opposition ahead of the 2027 elections.
The African Democratic Congress announced former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi as running mate to presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar for the 2027 election. The party called it a "unity and rescue ticket," citing Amaechi's experience as governor and minister.
The commentary argues that the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) must be protected from political interference to fulfill its post-civil war reconstruction mandate. It highlights the commission's unique role and the need for inclusive, sustainable development, while noting challenges such as political extortion and the region's ongoing internal conflicts.
Suspected Lakurawa insurgents killed at least 20 people in an attack on Sunday in Fasken Rafi, Kebbi State. Scores of villagers were injured. Deputy Governor Umar Tafida led a delegation to assess security and console families.
A Nigerian court sentenced three individuals to prison terms for ties to Boko Haram. A farmer got 15 years for concealing information, while two others received 20 years for failing to disclose intelligence and terrorism financing. The trials are part of a broader effort prosecuting over 400 suspects.
Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio claimed at a book launch in Abuja that opponents of President Tinubu are funding insecurity to undermine Nigeria's democracy. He expressed confidence the government will defeat terrorism and poverty.
The Federation Account Allocation Committee distributed N2.257 trillion to Nigeria's federal, state, and local governments for April 2026. The allocation included N1.260 trillion statutory revenue, N747.088 billion VAT, and N250 billion augmentation. Gross statutory and VAT revenues rose compared to March.
The Nigerian House of Representatives approved a three-month extension of the capital component of the 2025 Appropriation Act, moving the deadline to 30 September 2026. The bill passed by voice vote during an emergency plenary session. House Leader Julius Ihonvbere said the extension allows more time for ongoing capital projects.
This fact-check article from Premium Times argues that a viral video claiming Pastor Chris Oyakhilome prophesied about Nigeria's 2027 election is misleading. It contends the footage is from February 2023, before the 2023 election, and was originally about that election, not 2027.
Isyaka Rabe-Abubakar, son of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, said the family does not know the exact cause of his father's death, with speculation including snake bite or tetanus. Abubakar was abducted with his wife on 30 May in Katsina State; his wife remains captive.