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Commuters along the Nyanya–Keffi Expressway in Abuja faced severe traffic disruption on Tuesday evening after strong winds damaged the Kugbo Bus Terminal, inaugurated just nine months ago by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.   According to viral photos, the roof of the terminal, which has yet to be put into operation, was torn off by the gusts, scattering debris across the busy highway.  The obstruction worsened congestion as workers were returning home, leaving vehicles stranded in long queues.   READ ALSO : Building Collapse Injures Seven in Abuja Witnesses said the collapse reignited questions about the resilience of public infrastructure in the capital.  RoundReports recalls that the incident comes only hours after Wike ordered the arrest of a developer over a separate building collapse in Jikwoyi. " Despite the lack of formal approval, the company proceeded with construction, leading to the eventual structural failure ....

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has directed the arrest of the developer behind the collapsed two-storey building in Jikwoyi, Abuja, and ordered the immediate revocation of the land title.   Recall that the incident , which occurred last Friday within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), left six people injured but no fatalities. Authorities further revealed that the victims are currently receiving treatment in hospital.   During an inspection of the site on Tuesday, Wike condemned the developer for proceeding with construction despite lacking approval from the FCT Department of Development Control.  He revealed that repeated “ stop-work ” notices had been ignored, ultimately leading to the collapse.   “ Despite the lack of formal approval, the company proceeded with construction, leading to the eventual structural failure ,” Wike said.   READ ALSO : Swift Evacuation Averts Tragedy as Lagos School Buildin...

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has announced plans to stage the fourth edition of its Quarterly Book Reading Programme, featuring renowned leadership scholar and former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dakuku Peterside.   The event is scheduled for Wednesday, 15 April 2026, at the Nigerian Content Tower in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.   Launched in 2014, the initiative is designed to foster literacy, critical thinking and knowledge exchange by engaging leading Nigerian authors and thought leaders.  Over the years, it has become a platform for intellectual dialogue on diverse themes, reinforcing NCDMB’s commitment to human capital development beyond the oil and gas sector.   This edition will spotlight Peterside’s acclaimed book " Leading in a Storm ," which examines practical approaches to leadership during periods of uncertainty, crisis and institutional change.  Att...

The Nigerian Government on Tuesday brought 227 terrorism suspects before the Federal High Court in Abuja, in its ongoing crackdown on insurgency-related offences.   RoundReports understands that the mass trial, described as “ phase 9 ” by the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, is part of a wider exercise involving about 500 suspects scheduled for prosecution this week.   It was said that security was tight around the court complex, with armed personnel deployed and access roads blocked.   Traditionally held in Kainji, Niger State, the trials were relocated to Abuja for logistical reasons and to take advantage of the availability of more courtrooms.   Several suspects faced charges of aiding and abetting terrorism, particularly linked to Boko Haram activities in the North-East.  On the opening day, a number of defendants were convicted after pleading guilty.   Among them, 20-...

The Nigerian Army has refuted allegations made by dismissed soldier, Ex-Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, popularly known as “ Soja Boi ,” who claimed in a recent interview that personnel are inadequately paid and forced to purchase their own uniforms and protective equipment.   In a statement issued on Tuesday, Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, clarified that Olamilekan was dismissed for repeated acts of indiscipline, including breaches of the Armed Forces Social Media Policy, and not for voicing political opinions.   The Army clarified that its remuneration system is transparent and governed by the Manual of Financial Administration for the Armed Forces of Nigeria.  It added that personnel receive consolidated salaries, uniform allowances, and additional entitlements such as Ration Cash Allowance, Habit Allowance, and operational allowances for deployments.   READ ALSO : Sanwo-Olu Approves Release of 43 Lagos Inmates ...

The president of the Senegal Football Association (FA), Abdoulaye Fall, has appealed for restraint as Senegal seeks a way out of the growing legal and diplomatic fallout from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final in Morocco. Speaking to the Senegalese news agency, Fall said a “ step back ” was needed to resolve the fate of 18 Senegalese supporters jailed in Morocco following crowd disturbances during the final.  “ It is a painful situation that affects everyone ,” he said, adding that sporting disputes should, wherever possible, be settled within football’s own institutions rather than in criminal courts. Moroccan judges handed the supporters prison terms ranging from three months to one year, alongside fines of up to 5,000 dirhams, after finding them guilty of rioting and violence against security personnel.  The arrests followed scenes of chaos during the final in Rabat, where fans attempted to enter the pitch after the match was halted amid protests by Senegal player...

The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru, has died. Zuru passed away on Monday night at a hospital in Egypt, where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness, according to sources close to the Kebbi State Government. Until his death, Zuru represented the Zuru Constituency in the state legislature and was regarded as a central figure in the Assembly’s leadership. Confirming the development, an aide to the governor on Communication and Strategy, Idris Zuru, said the news came as a shock to the administration. READ ALSO : India’s Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor Attains Criticality “ The death of the Speaker, Rt Hon Muhammad Usman Zuru, came to us as a rude shock. It is a painful loss not only to Kebbi State but to the entire nation ,” he said. He added that the state government was still compiling details surrounding the Speaker’s death and would issue a formal statement in due course. “ Burial arrangements will be announced by the government in...

The administration of Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has authorised the release of 43 inmates from correctional centres across Lagos, as part of its efforts to ease overcrowding and advance criminal justice reforms. The decision was announced by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, who said the exercise followed a similar initiative in December 2025 that saw 91 inmates granted freedom. According to the state government, the latest release was executed under the governor’s constitutional powers of prerogative of mercy, in line with Section 212 of the 1999 Constitution, as amended. It was said that the beneficiaries were selected based on recommendations from the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, following established legal and administrative procedures. The Lagos State Government added that the move reflected its commitment to justice, fairness and the rule of law, while addressing persistent congestion in custodial facilities. READ ALSO : IBAN D...

Security agencies in Delta State have stepped up their offensive against criminal groups, recording multiple arrests and seizures in intelligence-led raids across the state. The operations, coordinated by the Delta State Police Command, were carried out in different locations as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt criminal networks and improve public safety, police said. According to the command’s spokesman, Bright Edafe, operatives of the Raiders Unit, acting on credible intelligence, raided a suspected criminal hideout in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, at about 1pm on April 4. During the operation, officers arrested a 34-year-old suspect, Henry Obi, from Anambra State, who reportedly admitted membership of the Aiye confraternity.  A search of the premises led to the recovery of an English-made pistol loaded with six rounds of live ammunition. Police also said suspected illicit drugs were discovered hidden inside a standing air conditioner in the living room, suggesting a ...

The national leader of the New Democratic Congress (NDC), Henry Seriake Dickson, has dismissed allegations questioning the party’s registration, describing them as “ misguided and sponsored propaganda ” linked to his long-time associate, Umar Ardo. In a statement on Monday night, Dickson said he was taken aback by Ardo’s repeated public criticism of the NDC, particularly given their years of political collaboration.  He insisted that the party’s registration process followed due legal procedure and is no longer subject to challenge. According to Dickson, the NDC’s application to become a political party began in 2017 but stalled when the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) placed a moratorium on party registration under its chairman, Mahmood Yakubu. He said the process resumed after the embargo was lifted, with the NDC listed among 171 political associations awaiting further steps. Dickson said the commission later declined the application, citing similarities between...