NEWS

Zulum Targets Self-Reliance in Road Construction with Quarry Plant, 70 New Trucks

Daily Dispatch April 14, 2026

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has taken a bold step toward fast-tracking infrastructure development with the establishment of a high-capacity quarry centre and the procurement of 70 new trucks to strengthen road construction across the state. The governor announced the initiative on

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Yobe Airstrike: NHRC Calls for Independent Inquiry, Seeks Justice for Civilian Casualties

Daily Dispatch April 14, 2026

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has strongly criticized the recent airstrike on a civilian market near the Borno–Yobe border, urging immediate accountability and comprehensive reforms to better protect civilians during Nigeria’s counter-terrorism operations. The incident, which took place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, reportedly left more than 56 people dead and

Politics

ADC Suspends Atiku, Babachir Lawal Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

The Adamawa State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the suspension of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, alongside former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, over alleged anti-party activities. The announcement was made by the party’s state chairman, Hon. Muh’d Raji Sulaiman Zumo, in a statement on Monday.

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Türkiye Delivers 36 Tons of Lifeline Food Aid to Displaced Nigerians in Adamawa

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

In a renewed show of international solidarity, Türkiye has delivered 36 tons of critical food supplies to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Adamawa State, bolstering ongoing humanitarian efforts in Nigeria’s conflict-affected northeast. The intervention, executed through Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority, AFAD, and in coordination with the United

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War on Terror: NHRC Insists Protection of Civilians Must Be Top Priority

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

The National Human Rights Commission has issued a strongly worded response to the recent surge in terrorist violence across Nigeria, warning that the country risks deepening insecurity if the protection of civilians is not made the central pillar of national security strategy. In a statement released by its Executive Secretary, Tony Ojukwu, the Commission conveyed […]

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No Request From Any ADC Faction To Use Eagle Square, Wike Says Claims Baseless

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday dismissed claims that any political party was denied the usage of the Eagle Square, insisting that no formal application was submitted. “Who denied them? I am not aware of any such development, and I don’t even know which party you are referring to. […]