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target=_blank>Police deny arresting rape victim in Ogun
By John Ogunsemore The Ogun State Police Command has said it did not arrest a rape victim, whose case recently went viral on social media. The command spokesman, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, made the clarification in an X post on Thursday. A young lady (name withheld) had taken to TikTok on Sunday to disclose that she
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target=_blank>Electoral Act: House of Reps apologise to protesters tear-gassed at National Assembly
By Seyi Babalola The House of Representatives apologised on Thursday to protesters affected by tear gas fired at the National Assembly earlier this week, describing the incident as regretful and stating that the circumstances surrounding it were being investigated. The apology was issued by House Spokesman Akin Rotimi during a press conference to discuss the
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target=_blank>Rivers Assembly suspends Fubara, deputy’s impeachment
By Goli Innocent The Rivers State House of Assembly has halted impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, following the intervention of President Bola Tinubu. The decision was reached during Thursday’s resumed plenary in Port Harcourt, marking a dramatic pause in a political standoff that had gripped the oil-rich state since
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target=_blank>‘Return Dadiyata dead or alive’ – Wife pleads years after disappearance
By Lawrence Agbo Six years after the disappearance of popular online activist Dadiyata, whose real name is Abubakar Idris, his wife, Khadija Ahmad Lame, has called on those allegedly responsible for his kidnapping to “fear God” and return him, dead or alive. Dadiyata, a prominent political analyst and university lecturer, disappeared in August 2019 after
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target=_blank>Lagos: Truck driver, miscreant killed in auto crash
By Christopher Oji Two people, a truck driver and a miscreant, died in a collision involving two fully laden 40-foot containerised trucks along the Cele inward axis of the Oshodi–Apapa Expressway, Mile 2, Lagos. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the occurrence of the midnight accident. According to LASTMA spokesman, Adebayo Taofiq, the
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target=_blank>UCL: Lookman makes history in Atletico Madrid’s 3–3 thriller with Club Brugge
By Seyi Babalola Atletico Madrid forward, Ademola Lookman, created history on Wednesday during his team’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 playoff first leg against Club Brugge. Lookman scored as the Spanish LaLiga giants drew 3-3 with Belgium side. According to OptaJose, the Nigerian international is the first Atletico Madrid player to score on his
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target=_blank>BEDC denies marginalisation, blames poor supply on national grid
From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin BEDC Electricity Plc on Thursday refuted the claim that the company is bent on marginalising its Edo State electricity consumers. The company’s Head, Branding and Corporate Communications, Mrs Evelyn Gbiwen, refuted the claim in a statement made available to journalists in Benin. Recall that an Edo People Against the Oppressive Tendencies
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target=_blank>Aquafina Rewards Top 10 Finishers with N1 Million at Access Bank Lagos City Marathon
Aquafina took centre stage at the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on 14 February 2026, rewarding the first ten groups to complete the 10-kilometre race with N1 million each. The initiative highlights the brand’s continued investment in fitness, wellness, and the spirit of collective achievement within Nigeria’s growing running community. Under
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target=_blank>FME, UBEC, UNICEF, others to develop national learning assessment for students
By Gabriel Dike The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) is currently working with the Federal Ministry of Education (FME), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and other stakeholders to produce new National Learning Assessment (NLA) for basic and secondary school students nationwide. Ahead of the introduction of the new NLA policy, a 10-day workshop was held
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target=_blank>Former British Prince Andrew arrested over alleged misconduct
By Goli Innocent Britain’s former royal Prince Andrew has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his time as a UK trade envoy, police confirmed on Thursday. According to the Thames Valley Police, officers detained “a man in his sixties from Norfolk” as part of an ongoing investigation. While the statement
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target=_blank>Investors Charged T Recognize Potential Of Lifestyle Sector For Nat’l Economy
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s lifestyle and entertainment sector have called for greater recognition of the industry’s role in job creation and urban development, warning that persistent negative narratives about the country could discourage investment and economic participation. They said despite existing economic challenges, emerging sectors such as nightlife and leisure are contributing to employment, youth engagement…
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target=_blank>FMH, Medipool Formalise Service Level Agreement
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and Medipool Nigeria Limited have formalised a Service Level Agreement (SLA) aimed at strengthening coordination and governance within Nigeria’s medicine procurement and supply chain systems. The agreement reflects continued efforts to improve transparency, efficiency, and alignment in the sourcing and distribution of essential medicines. Medipool Nigeria Limited…
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target=_blank>2026 Budget Implementation: Stick To Procurement Act, FG Tells MDAs
With funding constraints slowing down capital budget implementation, the Federal Government has directed Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to strictly adhere to the provisions of the Public Procurement Act in the implementation and payment of the 2025/2026 capital budget. The Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, gave the directive during a stakeholders’ meeting on…
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target=_blank>Rivers Assembly Suspends Impeachment Proceedings Against Fubara
Following the intervention of President Bola Tinubu, the Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The decision to halt the process was taken during plenary on Thursday, February 19, at the Assembly’s resumed sitting in Port Harcourt, the state capital. New Telegraph recalls…
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target=_blank>IGP Intensifies Advocacy On Police Health Campaigns
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has charged officers and men across the country to actively participate in the “Know Your Numbers” health campaign currently ongoing in their respective commands. Egbetokun stressed the importance of officers being conscious of their health status, noting that only sound health can guarantee effective policing within the Nigeria…
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target=_blank>NAFDAC Seals 18 Warehouses Over Expired Food Products In Niger
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed no fewer than 18 warehouses in Bida, Niger State, following the discovery of large quantities of expired food and beverage products valued at over ₦100 million. The warehouses, located around Ndazabo White House along Minna Road and behind Bida Modern Market, were…
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target=_blank>Counter-terrorism: UK, German Attaches Visit Operation Hadin Kai
To enhance collaboration in the fight against Boko Haram insurgency, the Defence Attaches of the United Kingdom and Germany to Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to support and collaborate with the Theatre Command, North-East, of Operation Hadin Kai in combating terrorism in the region. The Defence Attaches, Brigadier Tom Harper of the United Kingdom and…
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target=_blank>NSDC, Lee Group In Talks To Set Up Massive Sugar Project In Niger
The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), the Niger State Government, and the Lee Group are finalising plans to establish another large-scale sugar project in Niger State, according to a press statement issued by the NSDC. Speaking at a meeting with NSDC and Lee Group teams at the Government House in Minna, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago…
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target=_blank>NANS Commends Tinubu Over NELFUND
The South-West Zone D leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has described the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) as a lifeline for hundreds of thousands of tertiary institution students across the country. The disclosure was made during a press conference held at the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Correspondents’ Chapel in Osogbo,…
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target=_blank>APC Ward Congresses In Sokoto Symbolize Unity, Says C’ttee Chairman
The Chairman of the APC National Congress Committee for Sokoto State, Honorable Lawali Liman Kaura, has expressed satisfaction with the Ward Congresses conducted across the 244 wards of Sokoto State on Wednesday, 18th February 2026. Speaking after an inspection tour of some wards in the state, Honorable Lawali Liman Kaura, alongside the Committee Secretary, Zubairu…
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