Senator Shehu Sani Mourns Death Of Jesse Jackson
Former federal lawmaker, Shehu Sani, has expressed sorrow over the passing of U.S. civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, calling it “the end of an era.” Jackson, a prominent advocate for racial equality and social justice, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday morning, surrounded by family and friends, according to a statement from his family. […]
Oshoala Predicts Real Madrid Victory Over Benfica
Former Super Falcons player, Asisat Oshoala has predicted a convincing win for Real Madrid over Benfica in their upcoming UEFA Champions League knockout play-off. Benfica secured a 4-2 win over Real Madrid in the final group stage match, a result that prevented Los Blancos from advancing directly to the Round of 16, while the Portuguese […]
BREAKING….House of Reps Session Turns Rowdy Over Electoral Act Motion
Proceedings in the House of Representatives on Tuesday descended into disorder as lawmakers clashed over a motion to rescind the Electoral Act Amendment bill. Francis Waive, chairman of the House Committee on Rules and Business, moved the motion seeking to reverse the December 23, 2025 passage of the bill. During plenary, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas put […]
NASS, Ministry Seek First-Line Budget Status For Mining
The National Assembly and the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development have called for first-line charge status for the ministry’s annual budget to shield it from funding delays and unlock the sector’s potential. A first-line charge would guarantee statutory releases similar to priority sectors, insulating the ministry from shortfalls in treasury disbursements. Lawmakers and officials […]
Senate Approves N140bn For North Central Commission
The Senate on Monday approved a N140 billion budget proposal for the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) for the 2026 financial year, urging the agency to prioritise agriculture and security in its spending. Chairman of the Senate Committee on NCDC, Titus Zam, announced the approval after a closed-door budget defence session with the commission’s management. […]
NSCDC Appoints Bala Bodinga Kwara Commandant
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has appointed Commandant Bala Bodinga as its 15th substantive state commandant. The deployment, approved by NSCDC Commandant-General Ahmed Audi, is part of efforts to strengthen operational effectiveness across state commands, according to a statement issued Monday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASC I […]
Iyabo Ojo Defends FAAN Promo, Denies Payment
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has said she is willing to work with any political party committed to Nigeria’s development, following backlash over a promotional video she recorded for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). FAAN recently shared a video on X in which Ojo praised improvements at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. […]
CJN To Swear In 14 Federal High Court Judges
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, will on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, swear in 14 newly appointed judges of the Federal High Court. The ceremony is scheduled to hold in Courtroom Two of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in Abuja. The appointments follow the recommendation of 14 candidates by the National Judicial Council to […]
FG Launches Beyond Oil Diversification Fund
The Federal Government has unveiled the Nigeria Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance (BOGA) Fund Programme, a two-year initiative aimed at assessing economic risks and opportunities as the country transitions from heavy reliance on oil revenues. The programme, launched in Abuja, is designed to support the development of policy options for long-term economic diversification beyond the […]
Gov. AbdulRazaq Visits Niger Governor Over Terror Attacks
Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has paid a condolence visit to Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, following recent terrorist attacks in communities under the Borgu Emirate. The attacks, which occurred in parts of Niger State, reportedly left several people dead, displaced residents and destroyed property and means […]
