The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, on Tuesday, raised alarm over an attack on former presidential candidate, Peter Obi and its members in Benin, Edo State. Tanko disclosed that armed thugs had shot at Obi and members of the movement during the formal defection of Olumide Akpata into the African Democratic Congress,…
The government of Ghana has officially removed the name of former military officer Emmanuel KwasiKotoka from its main aviation hub, reverting Kotoka International Airport to its original name, AccraInternational Airport. The decision was announced by the Ministry of Transport on February 24, 2026, as part of efforts torestore the airport’s former and internationally recognised name….
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has disclosed that the apex bank is engaging both local and international stakeholders as part of efforts to develop a comprehensiveregulatory framework for digital assets in Nigeria. Cardoso made this known on February 24, 2026, during a press briefing following the 304th MonetaryPolicy Committee…
United States lawmakers have urged President Donald Trump to prioritise development financing inNigeria’s Middle Belt as part of broader efforts to address insecurity and humanitarian challenges in theregion.The recommendation is contained in a congressional report titled “Ending the Persecution of Christiansin Nigeria,” submitted to the White House on February 24, 2026, by members of the…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Policefollowing the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun.The appointment was announced on February 24, 2026, in a statement issued by the presidencythrough Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. According to the statement, Egbetokun stepped down from his position citing “pressing familyconsiderations,” bringing…
Nigerian singer Simi has broken her silence following the resurfacing of old tweets that have sparked widespread social media criticism. The backlash comes amid heightened online scrutiny following Simi’s public stance against rape culture and the ongoing controversy surrounding the rape allegation involving Mirabel. Some of her old tweets were dug up and shared online,…
andits operating in parts of Kebbi South have demanded N100 million from Utouno community in Ngaski Local Government Area, threatening to launch an attack if their demand is not met. The demand was reportedly conveyed through a letter addressed to the community leaders. The threat comes amid growing security concerns in parts of Kebbi and…
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested 20 suspects over allegedvote buying and other electoral offences during the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) area councilelections. The arrests followed incidents recorded across multiple area councils in Abuja, where the anti-graftagency said it intercepted cash and individuals linked to illicit election practices. The commissiondisclosed that…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),Nyesom Wike, for his role in the outcome of the recent area council elections in Abuja, stating that hisperformance in office translated into political gains for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and…
Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal FC, committing his future to the clubuntil 2030, in a move that reinforces his status as a central figure in the team’s long-term plans.The new deal, confirmed by the club, extends Saka’s previous contract, which had been due to expire in2027, and makes him one…
