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Foreign Relations
US Restores Visa Processing for Nigerian Medical Doctors
The United States has officially reversed a January policy that suspended visa processing for foreign-trained doctors from 39 nations. The move aims to fill a massive shortage of 65,000 physicians.
National Discourse
Jabi Lake: Pastor Omakwu, Kneels, Begs Wike Over Abuja Land
Abuja pastor Sarah Omakwu knelt to appeal to FCT Minister Wike over Jabi Lake plans. The multi-BILLION NAIRA redevelopment deal with firms was signed in February 2026.
Executive
Nigeria Immigration Clears Air on Alleged Passport Application Fraud
Nigeria Immigration Service denies allegations of passport payment fraud, saying only its official portal IS THE valid means to apply for a Nigerian PASSPORT. The agency warns against third-party Naira-linked scams spreading online.
Economy
NNPC Signs MoU with China to Revive Warri, Port Harcourt Refineries
NNPC has signed an MoU with Chinese firms on April 30, 2026, to restart and expand the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries, supporting $2.4bn rehabilitation projects and boosting petrochemical output.
Education
Court Orders OAU to Restore Graduate’s Result, Awards ₦5.8m
A Federal High Court has ordered Obafemi Awolowo University to correct a graduate's degree classification and pay ₦5.8 million in damages. Shekoni Jemima won the suit after her 2023 result was illegally downgraded.
Politics
Gov. Fubara Gets APC Nomination Forms as Elders Ditch Wike
A coalition of Rivers elders has openly defied FCT Minister Nyesom Wike by purchasing APC nomination forms for Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The move signals a major shift in the state's 2027 race.
NNPC Signs MoU with China to Revive Warri, Port Harcourt Refineries
NNPC has signed an MoU with Chinese firms on April 30, 2026, to restart and expand the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries, supporting $2.4bn rehabilitation projects and boosting petrochemical output.
Health & Education
Opinions
Opinion: “How Opposition Tinubu Would Treat President Tinubu” – By Farooq Kperogi
In this column, the author contrasts President Tinubu's current governance with his fierce opposition playbook against past leaders. What if Tinubu faced Tinubu? A revealing look at hypocrisy, strategy, and the opposition's failure to fight fire with fire.
Interviews
Interview: Ex-Trump National Security Adviser Insists, “Nothing to Negotiate with Tehran”
As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth day, former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has defended Washington’s military actions against...
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 Nigerian Naira Nigeria | ₦1,367.68 |
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 Brazilian Real Brazil | R$4.9259 |
 UAE Dirham UAE | 3.6725 |
 Canadian Dollar Canada | $1.3612 |
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