Bloodbath In Jos + Tuggar Resigns + Igbo King Tension in South Africa + Kwankwaso Joins ADC

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:24:03 +0000

We begin with a solemn tribute following the horrific Palm Sunday attack in Jos, where dozens lost their lives after gunmen carried out a brutal one-hour door-to-door killing spree in Angwan Rukkuba, Plateau State. In the aftermath, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang imposed a 48-hour curfew, but residents took to the streets in protest. The governor later addressed the grieving crowd and visited victims in the hospital.

Meanwhile, American missionary Alex Barbir has become a controversial voice in the conversation. After earlier tensions with authorities in Benue State, he is now in Jos, criticising the government’s handling of insecurity. His involvement has divided opinion and raised broader questions about foreign influence.

In politics, the resignation window for presidential appointees has now closed, with two ministers stepping down. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar resigned to pursue the Bauchi governorship. During his send-off, Tuggar highlighted the challenges of operating Nigeria’s foreign ministry with limited funding. At the same time, Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs Yusuf Tanko Sununu is seeking a senatorial seat in Kebbi.

In South Africa, tensions escalated after reports of an alleged Igbo king coronation sparked violent protests in the Eastern Cape. Nigerian authorities have debunked the claims, but unrest led to one death and the destruction of property as local groups rejected the move.

Back home, political momentum is building ahead of 2027 as Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso formally joined the ADC alongside Peter Obi, sparking speculation about a possible alliance and energising supporters across the north.

Meanwhile, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike hosted a cross-party gathering of Rivers stakeholders in Abuja, further fuelling discussions about his growing political influence.

In Imo State, residents of Owerri are raising concerns over massive refuse dumps blocking major roads, with authorities under pressure to address the worsening sanitation situation.

Finally, under milestones, we celebrate Chief Olufolake Solanke, Nigeria’s first female Senior Advocate, who turned 94, marking a remarkable legacy of breaking barriers and advancing women in the legal profession.

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