Breaking News in Nigeria Today Wednesday 18th February 2026
Here are some of the Breaking News in Nigeria Today Wednesday 18th February 2026 on some of the nation newspapers .
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target=_blank>Gombe Gov Hosts Buni, Masari, Commissions Key Projects
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Tuesday, hosted his Yobe State counterpart, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, alongside the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters, Hon. Ibrahim Kabir Masari, for the commissioning of key projects and the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) Secretariats. The…
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target=_blank>From Ekiti To The World: The Global Influence Of Kayode Fayemi
In a political environment often dominated by local rivalries and short-term calculations, Kayode Fayemi stands out as a statesman whose influence stretches far beyond Nigeria’s borders. Scholar, activist, governor, minister, and policy strategist, Fayemi has built a career that connects Ekiti to continental and global governance conversations. Long before he became governor, Fayemi had already…
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target=_blank>2027: Tinubu Appoints Kaduna Gov, Sani As Renewed Hope Ambassador
Ahead of the 2027 general election, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Uba Sani, Governor of Kaduna State, as Renewed Hope Ambassador and Deputy Director-General for party outreach, engagement, and mobilisation. The appointment, made on Tuesday, takes immediate effect. The President, as leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), appointed Governor Sani to the role in…
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target=_blank>Sultan Declares February 18 As Ramadan’s First Day
The Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, in collaboration with the National Moonsighting Committee, has received reports from various moonsighting committees across the country confirming the sighting of the new moon of Ramadan 1447AH on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, which corresponds to the 29th day of Sha’ban 1447AH. In a statement issued by Prof….
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target=_blank>E-transmission: You’ve Betrayed People, PDP Tells House Of Reps
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed disappointment at the later position taken by the House of Representatives on electronic transmission of election results, describing it as betrayal of public trust. The party in a statement by the National Publicity Secretary Ini Emembong, said it is unfortunate that the House abandoned the pro-people position it…
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target=_blank>Senate, Reps Decry Zero Capital Budget Release To Interior Ministry
The Joint Committee of the Senate and the House of Representatives has expressed displeasure over the non-release of capital funds allocated to the Federal Ministry of Interior. The lawmakers described the development as a major setback to project execution and institutional performance. Chairman of the Senate Committee, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, alongside other members of the…
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target=_blank>Senate Condemns Killing Of 56 In Niger
The Senate, on Tuesday, condemned the killing of 56 persons and the abduction of women and children in Konkoso Village, describing the attack as brutal and unacceptable. Terrorists had, on 14th February, attacked communities in Borgu Local Government Area, killing many people and abducting women and children while setting multiple houses ablaze, including a police…
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target=_blank>FG, IEA Seal Pact On Methane Reduction, Clean Cooking Expansion
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Energy Agency (IEA) to strengthen cooperation on methane emissions reduction, gas development, clean cooking access and technical support. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the spokesman for the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Louis Ibah. According to…
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target=_blank>Gov Aliyu Praises Gen. Murtala Mohammed, Urges Emulation
The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu, has described the late former Head of State, Murtala Mohammed, as a symbol of patriotism, courage, and selfless service whose legacy continues to inspire generations of Nigerians. Governor Aliyu made this known following his receipt of the Gen. Murtala Ramat Muhammed Meritorious Security Award at the General Murtala…
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target=_blank>Senate Laments Kano Singer Market Inferno, Urges Relief Materials For Victims
The Senate on Tuesday in Abuja expressed deep concern over the inferno that destroyed the Singer Market in Kano, a major commercial hub in Northern Nigeria. Raising the matter during an emergency session, the Senate called for an urgent investigation to determine the root cause of the fire outbreak and directed the National Emergency Management…
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