Tinubu Urges Release Of South Sudan VP
President Bola Tinubu has called for the immediate and unconditional release of South Sudan’s First Vice President, Riek Machar, and other detained opposition figures, urging swift implementation of the country’s revitalised peace agreement. Tinubu’s position was delivered by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the African Union High-Level Ad Hoc Committee for South Sudan, known as […]
FG Charges El-Rufai Over Alleged Phone Interception
The Federal Government has filed criminal charges against former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged unlawful interception of phone communications. The charge, marked C2/99/2026 and dated February 16, 2026, lists the Federal Republic of Nigeria as the complainant and El-Rufai as the defendant. According to court documents, the prosecution alleges that during an appearance […]
Kano Flags Off Ramadan Rice Distribution, NUJ Launches Cooperative
Abba Kabir Yusuf has launched the distribution of 54,600 bags of rice to vulnerable residents as part of the state’s annual Ramadan relief programme. The exercise was flagged off on Saturday at Maganda Road in Kano, according to a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Yusuf said the initiative, marking the 1447 […]
Governors Condemn Niger, Kwara Terror Attacks
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has condemned weekend terrorist attacks in Niger and Kwara states that left several people dead and others abducted. The forum expressed concern over Saturday night’s assault on the communities of Tunga-Makeri, Konkoso and Pissa in Niger State, where gunmen reportedly killed residents and kidnapped others. It also condoled with the […]
Galatasaray Insist Osimhen Not For Sale
Turkish champions Galatasaray say they have received no offers for Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen and have no intention of selling him, despite renewed transfer speculation linking him with a move to Spain. Reports in Spain claim FC Barcelona are preparing a fresh approach for Osimhen this summer, viewing the 27-year-old as a long-term successor to […]
Former Kaduna Governor Nasiru El-Rufai Appears Before EFCC
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai, has responded to an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of corruption during his tenure. El-Rufai, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), arrived at the EFCC headquarters accompanied by hundreds of supporters. The former governor had previously resisted arrest at the […]
UNILORIN Staff Association Pays Tribute To Late Prof. Badmas Yusuf
The leadership and members of the Ilorin Emirate Staff Association (IESA) visited the family of their former Chairman, the late Prof. Badmas Olanrewaju Yusuf, to express condolences and honor his legacy. The visit took place on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Speaking during the visit, IESA Chairman Prof. Ibrahim Kayode Adam described Prof. Yusuf as an […]
UNILORIN Hosts Workshop To Enhance Ph.D. Students’ Research Skills
The University of Ilorin Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies (CPSS) has organised a five-day capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening research skills and proposal-writing competence among its Ph.D. students. The initiative, held from February 10, 2026, focused on equipping students to become comprehensive knowledge producers rather than merely holders of doctoral degrees. Speaking to UNILORIN […]
UNILORIN Director Urges Nigerians To Prioritize Health
The University of Ilorin Director of Health Services, Dr. Rasheed Odunola, has urged staff, students, and Nigerians generally to prioritize their health, emphasizing that well-being is essential for productivity and a high-quality life. Dr. Odunola made the remarks on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, during an interview with the UNILORIN Bulletin in his office. He explained […]
Kwara Government Advises Farmers On 2026 Rainfall, Planting Schedule
The Kwara State Government has urged farmers across all 16 Local Government Areas to follow projected rainfall onset dates to minimize crop losses during the 2026 farming season. The advice came from the state Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Afees Abolore Alabi, who based the guidance on the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction released […]
