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April 13, 2026

Lafarge Cement CEO Bruno Lafont, eight staffers found guilty of financing terrorist groups like Islamic State

The money, Lafarge claimed, was to ensure that the cement plant ran smoothly without any disruptions.

Bruno Lafont
April 13, 2026

Man bags life sentence for sexually assaulting six-month-old

The Lagos State government successfully proved a one-count charge of sexual assault by penetration against the convict.

LEGISLATIVE GAVEL
April 13, 2026

2026 UTME: JAMB shifts first session arrival time to 7:00 a.m.

The update follows dissatisfaction among parents, guardians and schools over the initial 6:30 a.m. timing.

JAMB
April 13, 2026

Nineteen Accidental Bombings under APC: Political parties condemn latest NAF airstrikes

From 2017 to date, under the watch of the All Progressives Congress government, Nigeria has witnessed over 19 accidental airstrikes on civilian populations, said the AAC.

Bombings
April 13, 2026

Benue court remands two for alleged possession of firearm

The prosecutor said the investigation into the matter is ongoing.

Court dock
April 13, 2026

U.S.-Iran War: UK, 40 countries scramble to reopen Strait of Hormuz

“The United States to blockade ships entering or exiting Iranian Ports on April 13 at 10:00 A.M. ET. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” said Mr Trump on Monday.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
April 13, 2026

‘I do not fear Donald Trump,’ Pope Leo declares

Asked directly about Mr Trump’s comments criticising him on Truth Social, the Catholic pope said, “It’s ironic — the name of the site itself. Say no more.”

Pope Leo XIV
April 13, 2026

OPay named Nigeria’s most trusted digital financial company at 2026 ISO awards

This recognition reaffirms OPay’s strong reputation and the trust tens of millions of Nigerians have in its services.

2026 ISO awards
April 13, 2026

How soldier was attacked, killed by civilian during brawl: Nigerian Army

“Jude, a native of Ezeagu local government area of Enugu state, reportedly left his duty post to purchase personal items when he was attacked,” the army said.

Dead soldier
April 13, 2026

Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle’s newborn baby dies day after birth

“Omayinuwa visited us briefly at about 10:40 a.m. on Friday 10th April and returned to heaven on Saturday 11th of April at about 4:15 p.m.,” Mr Doyle stated.

Patrick Doyle