Today’s Leading Nigerian Newspaper Headlines – Friday, April 3, 2026

Good morning, Nigeria. Today’s roundup of top newspaper headlines for Friday, April 3, 2026, covers key political, security, and sports developments across the country.

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to strengthen security in Plateau State following the tragic March 29 gun attacks in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area. During his visit to Jos on Thursday, the president assured residents that over 5,000 artificial intelligence-enabled digital cameras would be deployed to support law enforcement agencies in combating insecurity. President Tinubu expressed condolences to the state government and the families of the victims, promising that such incidents would not recur. He directed the Minister of Defence, the Chief of Army Staff, and the Inspector General of Police to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice, while the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy will coordinate the immediate installation of the cameras in partnership with state authorities.

In political developments, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for the resignation of INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan and all national commissioners. The party alleged that the commission has acted as an instrument of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). ADC National Chairman Senator David Mark made the demand during a press briefing in Abuja, criticizing what he described as efforts by the APC to limit democratic freedoms and monopolize power ahead of the 2027 elections. Despite INEC’s decision to remove Mark and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola from its official portal, the ADC confirmed that its congresses and convention scheduled from April 9 to April 14, 2026, would proceed as planned.

The APC responded to the ADC’s accusations, insisting that the opposition party’s internal crisis is self-inflicted. The ruling party dismissed claims of interference, describing the ADC as being plagued by internal confusion and asserting that its leadership disputes were caused by factions violating the party’s constitution.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticized some of Nigeria’s democracy activists, claiming that certain defenders of democracy from the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) era have now become worse than the late military ruler General Sani Abacha. Obi suggested that yesterday’s champions of freedom are today undermining the democratic system.

In legal news, Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, rejected a request to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in ADC activities. The court emphasized the need for fairness and judicial caution in political disputes, requiring the ward executives to formally serve the senator to respond to allegations.

Meanwhile, Bashiru Mohammad, acting National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, denied claims that the Nafiu Bala faction of the party receives support from the APC, stressing that the faction’s legal challenges are being pursued transparently and in accordance with court orders.

In entertainment, reality star Vee Iye criticized celebrities supporting President Tinubu, suggesting that popularity does not guarantee sound judgment. Nollywood actor Olaide Olabanji accused actress Mercy Aigbe of acting with ingratitude after he allegedly helped launch her career, claiming she blocked him on social media and wished him harm.

In sports, Alexander Isak is set to resume full training with Liverpool after months sidelined by injury, while Atlético Madrid expressed concerns over Ademola Lookman’s workload during Nigeria’s recent international friendlies, fearing it could impact his fitness for the critical La Liga season.