Fuel Crisis Grounds Davido in Lagos, Singer Apologises to Fans
Grammy-nominated Nigerian artiste Davido has apologised to fans after missing a scheduled performance in Lagos, citing disruptions caused by aviation fuel shortages. Global Mirror News gathered that the singer, born David Adeleke, was billed to headline a show alongside Zlatan Ibile at a popular Lagos nightlife venue in Ikate Elegushi on Sunday, as part of…
Coup Trial: “I Was Misled,” Defendant Tells Court in Recorded Statement
The fourth defendant in the alleged coup plot trial before the Federal High Court in Abuja, Zekeri Umoru, has denied any knowledge of a plan to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s Government, insisting in a recorded statement played in court that he was “misled.” Umoru, a maintenance staff member at the Presidential Villa working with Julius…
INEC to resume final voter registration phase May 11
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed May 11, 2026, for the commencement of the third and final phase of the Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, as momentum builds toward the 2027 general elections. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday May 5 by the Chairman of the Information and…
Tragedy on Lagos Bridge: Woman Dies, Four Injured in Early Morning Crash
A woman has been confirmed dead while four others sustained varying degrees of injuries following a road accident involving two Toyota Sienna vehicles on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. Global Mirror News gathered that the incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, May 5, causing panic among commuters on the busy bridge. According…
From Fragile Beginnings to Bright Futures: Record-Breaking Nonuplets Set for School at Five
The world’s only surviving set of nonuplets, born in a historic delivery that stunned the medical community have turned five and are now gearing up for another milestone: starting school. Global Mirror News gathered that the nine children, born to Halima Cissé and her husband Abdelkader Arby, made global headlines on May 4, 2021, after…
Ogun APC: Dapo Abiodun Pushes for Consensus, Promises Appointments for Loyal Aspirants
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State to respect local government zoning arrangements and embrace consensus-building as the party prepares for forthcoming elections. The governor made the appeal during a strategic meeting in Abeokuta with House of Representatives and House of Assembly aspirants,…
UNILORIN Shuts Down as SSANU, NASU Launch Indefinite Nationwide Strike Over Pay Dispute
Operations at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) have been brought to a standstill following the commencement of an indefinite industrial action by the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU). Global Mirror News gathered that the strike, which officially began on May 1, 2026,…
Pastor Omakwu Kneels, Appeals to Wike Over Jabi Lake Land Use
A dramatic public appeal has emerged from Abuja as Sarah Omakwu, Senior Pastor of the Family Worship Centre, knelt during a church service to plead with Nyesom Wike to stop plans that could lead to the privatization or redevelopment of Jabi Lake Recreation Centre. According to Global Mirror News, the cleric made the emotional appeal…
Fresh Bloodshed in Plateau: Gunmen Kill Five in Night Attack
A renewed wave of violence has claimed the lives of five people in Fan District, located in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, deepening fears among residents over growing insecurity in the region. Global Mirror News gathered that the tragic incident occurred on Sunday night, May 3, 2026, when suspected gunmen reportedly ambushed…
Police Parade ASP, Four Officers Over Killing of 28-Year-Old in Delta
The Nigeria Police Force has paraded Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Nuhu Usman and four other Officers over their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Mine Ogidi in Delta State, in a case that has intensified scrutiny on police conduct Nationwide. Global Mirror News gathered that the tragic incident unfolded when the victim…
