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Good morning!
Here’s a concise roundup of the top stories making headlines across Nigeria today, Tuesday morning, as reported by national newspapers.
📰 Today’s Top Nigerian News
1. Kano Governor Joins APC
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection took place on Monday during a formal ceremony at the Coronation Hall, Kano Government House.
2. Ganduje Backs Yusuf for 2027
Former APC National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has assured Governor Yusuf of the party’s full support for a second term in 2027. Ganduje described Yusuf’s return to the APC as historic and beneficial to Kano State.
3. Shettima to Receive Plateau Governor into APC
The APC in Plateau State has announced that Vice President Kashim Shettima will visit the state on Tuesday for the official reception of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, who resigned from the PDP on December 29, 2025.
4. Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price
The Dangote Refinery has increased the gantry price of petrol from ₦699 to ₦799 per litre. Consequently, petrol will now sell at ₦839 per litre at MRS filling stations, according to a statement released on Monday.
5. Kwankwaso’s Son Resigns as Commissioner
Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of NNPP presidential candidate Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has resigned as Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development. He announced his decision via his official Facebook page on Monday.
6. Police Arrest 11 Kidnappers in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has arrested 11 suspected kidnappers and rescued six victims during multiple bush-combing operations across the state. Police spokesperson Eno Ikoedem confirmed the development.
7. Troops Kill Two Bandits in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have neutralised two suspected bandits along the Naka–Makurdi road. The suspects were reportedly killed during a gun duel after attempting to attack commuters.
8. APC Picks Candidates for Rivers Bye-Elections
The APC in Rivers State has elected candidates for upcoming House of Assembly bye-elections.
- Napoleon Ukalikpe won the ticket for Ahoada East Constituency II
- Mrs Bulabari Loolo emerged for Khana Constituency II
9. Military to Court-Martial 16 Officers
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed that 16 military officers indicted for indiscipline and other service breaches will face a Court Martial. The army also acknowledged an attempted plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government.
10. Bandits Kill, Abduct Over 50 in Katsina
Suspected bandits have attacked Chibauna community in Funtua LGA, Katsina State, killing two people and abducting more than 50 women. The attackers also rustled a large number of livestock.
Source: Punch Newspaper
