Compilations of top 10 key latest updates that you need to know this Monday Morning, 3rd May, 2026
Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC after exiting ADC
Amid prolonged uncertainty surrounding the internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), two prominent political figures — Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso — have officially aligned with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
ADC releases dates for primaries, pegs presidential form at N100m
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially released a timetable for the conduct of primary elections of the party for different levels of elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
North-West govs reject peace talks with bandits, declare war on bandits
Governors of the North-West states have declared their stance against bandits by declaring that they would no longer engage in any form of peace negotiation with bandits.
Former IGP, Alkali, joins race for Yobe Govt House
A former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Usman Alkali, has joined the race for Yobe Government House to be governor of the state.
JAMB fixes May 11 for decision on 2026 admission cut-off marks
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has fixed Monday, May 11, 2026, to decide the minimum Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session.
This was disclosed on Sunday by the board’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, in a statement announcing that the decision would be taken during JAMB’s annual policy meeting on admissions scheduled to hold in Abuja.
APC taunts Obi after ADC exit, accuses him of chasing ‘easy ticket’
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a swipe at former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi following his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing him of constantly switching parties in pursuit of political advantage.
UBA dismisses false publication on Elumelu’s marriage
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has dismissed social media reports that its group chairman, Tony Elumelu, has divorced his wife.The Tier-1 bank described the claims as false, malicious and defamatory.
A statement yesterday by the bank’s Group Head, Brand, Marketing and Corporate Communication, Alero Ladipo, said the publication and similar content were fabricated and intended to mislead the public while damaging the reputation of its chairman.
Atiku heads to U.S., raises alarm over Nigeria’s security, governance crisis
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has confirmed plans to travel to the United States, where he intends to engage policymakers and institutional stakeholders on Nigeria’s worsening security situation, economic strain, and governance challenges.
Over 130 Nigerians seek evacuation from South Africa as xenophobic tensions rise
No fewer than 130 Nigerians have signed up for voluntary evacuation from South Africa as the Nigerian government intensifies efforts to protect its citizens amid renewed anti-foreigner unrest.
