Compilations of top 10 key latest happenings that you need to know this Tuesday morning, 19th May, 2026
Abure Takes Labour Party leadership battle to Supreme Court, announces free forms for 2027 aspirants
Factional National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has confirmed that his camp has approached the Supreme Court to challenge the Appeal Court judgment recognising Nenadi Usman as the party’s national chairman.
Jonathan, AGF move to stop suit seeking to bar ex-president from 2027 presidential race
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, have urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to throw out a suit challenging Jonathan’s eligibility to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Alleged security breach: Court grants El-Rufai bail
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday granted a former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, bail in his trial for alleged breach of national security.
FG launches free tax dispute resolution platforms to protect taxpayers
The Federal Government has unveiled a new set of digital platforms designed to allow Nigerians resolve tax-related disputes free of charge as part of ongoing reforms aimed at improving transparency, accountability and confidence in the nation’s tax administration system.
Berger Paint, SCOA, Daar Comm, others lead stocks to watch this week
Investors gained N3.32 trillion last week as the equity market continued to boom.
Naira loses N2.67 against dollar at official window
The Nigerian currency, the naira, slumped marginally against the U.S. dollar at the official window on Monday.
Ibadan abduction: Makinde confirms killing of teacher, arrest of six suspects
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has confirmed the killing of one of the teachers and the arrest of six suspected kidnappers at colleges in the state.
Fights break out at APC Lagos West senatorial primary in Alimosho
At least 15 persons were injured in the fights that erupted during the All Progressives Congress (APC) West Senatorial District primaries in Alimosho local government area of Lagos on Monday.
Police officer dies in Lagos Third Mainland Bridge accident
A police officer died in a fatal accident on Third Mainland Bridge on Sunday.
‘Pity My Soul’ — Chike breaks silence on rumours of affairs with Frank Edoho’s wife
Nigerian singer Chike has reacted emotionally to the intense social media backlash trailing rumours linking him to Frank Edoho’s second wife, Sandra.
