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PDP, NNPP, ADC Missing on INEC Ballot in Kano By-Election

Three major opposition political parties are missing on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ballot for the by-election holding today in Kano. The opposition parties missing on the ballot papers are Peoples... Read more »
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Wike Monitors FCT Area Council Elections, Urges Orderly Conduct

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday began monitoring of the ongoing FCT Area Council elections at Lagos Crescent, Garki, where he urged traders and residents to comply... Read more »
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Ohanaeze Youth Council Demands Arrest of Arewa Youth President Over Viral Threat

The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) National Leadership, under the leadership of Comrade Igboayaka O Igboayaka, has strongly condemned the inflammatory statement attributed to the Arewa Youth President and has urged relevant security... Read more »
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Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Five in Enugu Gun Battle

In a swift and decisive operation, Nigerian troops stationed at 9th Mile in Enugu State came to the rescue of five kidnapped victims on the evening of Thursday, 20 February, after repelling... Read more »
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FCT Election: Police Deploy Officers Across Councils, Polling Units

Officers of the Nigeria Police, FCT command, are heading to various council areas and polling stations to monitor the FCT election process. They will also ensure compliance with the notice of restriction... Read more »
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Troops Kill Four Terrorists, One Soldier Injured in Borno Gun Battle

Maiduguri, Feb. 20, 2026 (NAN) – Troops of the 202 Battalion under Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised four terrorists during a fighting patrol in Borno State, while one soldier sustained injuries in... Read more »
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Panic in Owerri as Suspected Tornado Forms Over River, Residents Flee

There was widespread panic in Owerri on Friday after a suspected tornado was spotted forming over a river in parts of the city, sending residents running for safety. In a viral video... Read more »
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BREAKING: 37 Feared Dead, 150 Abducted in Fresh Zamfara Attack

No fewer than 37 persons have reportedly been killed while about 150 others were abducted following a deadly attack on Dutsin Dan Ajiya village in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State.... Read more »
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UBA Yet to Release Property Documents 25 Years After Loan Repayment — Family Raises Concern

The United Bank for Africa (UBA) has remained silent over its refusal to release the property documents of businessman David Oloyede decades after he reportedly cleared a N100,000 overdraft facility obtained in... Read more »
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Gov Dapo Abiodun Rewards Top Teacher In Ogun State

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has presented a brand new car to Mr. Solanke Francis Taiwo after he emerged as Nigeria’s Overall Best Primary School Teacher. The award-winning teacher, who teaches at... Read more »
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Gov. Mbah Inspects 44.1 km Enugu-Opi-Nsukka Road Dualisation Project

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Friday undertook an unannounced on-the-spot inspection tour of the ongoing 44.1km Enugu-Ugwogo Nike-Opi-Nsukka road construction by his administration, describing it as a critical socioeconomic... Read more »
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Ogun Govt Warns Police Against Meddling in Civil Disputes

Ogun State government says it will proceed cautiously with death sentences, carrying out only the most serious cases while reviewing others for possible redemption, citing the irreversible nature of capital punishment. The... Read more »
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Political Parties Inspect Election Materials as INEC Prepares for Rivers Bye-Polls

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received sensitive materials for the bye-elections holding on Saturday, February 21, in Ahoada East Constituency II and Khana Constituency II in Rivers state. INEC received... Read more »
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Defamation Suit: Court Stops Sowore From Publishing Content on Police Chief, Family

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted an interim injunction restraining activist Omoyele Sowore and Sahara Reporters from publishing further content concerning the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, his family,... Read more »
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Morocco Were Robbed — CAF Executive Member Admits Rules Not Applied in AFCON Final

A senior Confederation of African Football (CAF) official has issued a rare public apology to Morocco’s national team over the chaotic Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final, saying the rules were not... Read more »
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Police Restrict Movement in Rivers Over Saturday Bye-Election

The Rivers State Police Command has ordered restriction of movement to secure space for the bye-election holding in Ahoada East and Khana State House of Assembly Constituencies. The election is scheduled to... Read more »
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El-Rufai Faces Court February 25 as DSS Files Cybercrime Charges

The Department of State Services (DSS) has announced plans to arraign former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai on February 25 over alleged violations of cybercrime and national security laws. According to the... Read more »
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VeryDarkMan Claims Mirabel in Ogun Police Custody

Controversial social media activist, VeryDarkMan, has alleged that Mirabel is currently in the custody of the Nigeria Police Force in Ogun State. In a post shared online, VeryDarkMan stated that he sent... Read more »
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Otti Launches Data and Identity Reform to Strengthen Public Service Delivery

Governor Alex Otti says his administration remains committed to building a modern, efficient and data-driven governance structure. Mr Otti said this on Thursday in Umuahia, while declaring open the Abia Data and... Read more »
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Imo’s Champions of Transparent Election – Hon. Emeka Chinedu Leads..

At present, if there is one aspiration that resonates with Nigerians, it is the desire for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct credible elections in 2027. Nigerians have become disillusioned... Read more »