Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Friday 20th February 2026
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target=_blank>Hajj 2026: Wait for updates, NACHON tells intending pilgrims who paid late
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has stated that many intending pilgrims will miss the 2026 hajj exercise. In a statement, NAHCON’s Deputy Director of Information and Publications, Fatima Sanda Usara, said this was due to closure of Saudi Arabia’s hajj portal after hajj slots were increased to Nigeria. Recall that Saudi Arabia reduced
target=_blank>Saturday polls: Tinubu appeals for calm, discipline among voters, officials
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on voters, security agencies, and officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct themselves in an orderly manner during Saturday’s polls in the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Kano and Rivers States. This was disclosed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a
target=_blank>Compliance risks in global hiring and how companies avoid them
Employment compliance is a legal obligation that businesses must follow. They are specific local, state, and federal labor laws and tax regulations. If you are hiring from across the globe, you should adhere to the rules, regulations, and laws that apply in the markets where you are hiring. Underestimating the importance of employment compliance and
target=_blank>Osimhen: Why Landlords Never Make My Prayer List
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has opened up on a bitter experience he had with landlords while growing up. He recalled painful memories of his childhood in Olusosun, a densely populated slum area in Lagos, revealing how poverty defined his early years. In a chat with Players’ Tribune, the 27-year-old forward recounted how his family
target=_blank>Customs Seizes 3 Truckloads of Petrol at Seme Border
Operatives of Operation Whirlwind of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have foiled a smuggling attempt, seizing three truckloads of petrol at the Seme border area in Lagos State. The seizure was made possible through the diligent efforts of Customs operatives, who have intensified surveillance and enforcement operations across key border communities in the South-West region.
E2%82%A6800m-lost-from-kano-industrial-fire-incident-fire-service/ target=_blank>₦800m lost from Kano industrial fire incident – Fire Service
The Kano State Fire Service has disclosed that property worth between ₦700 million and ₦800 million was lost in a fire outbreak at the Dakata Small-Scale Industrial Complex in Kano. Daily Trust reported that the incident occurred at the industrial facility popularly known as Fatima Crossion and Recycling, located in Dakata area of the state.
target=_blank>KEDCO announces 8-hour daily power outage for 3 days
The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has announced a scheduled daily eight-hour power outage along two major transmission lines in its franchise area. According to a public notice issued by the company, the outage will affect the Mando-Kumbotso 330kV line from January 17 to April 17, 2026, and the Shiroro-Mando 330kV line from January 17 to
target=_blank>From Boardroom to Classroom: A finance Leader’s MBA Journey at Miva Open University
In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, effective leadership increasingly depends on continuous learning, adaptability, and strategic depth. Temitope Oloruntoye represents this blend of experience and forward thinking. With over 25 years of professional practice spanning consulting, corporate finance, governance, and risk management, she has built a reputation grounded in discipline, credibility, and results. Now serving as
target=_blank>Police restrict movement in 2 Kano LGAs ahead of Saturday’s by-election
The Kano State Police Command has announced an 18-hour restriction on movement across Kano Municipal and Ungogo Local Government Areas ahead of Saturday’s State Assembly by-elections. The police said the order was part of security measures to ensure peaceful polls. Police Public Relations Officer in the state, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who announced the directive
target=_blank>Alleged phone tapping: DSS to arraign El-Rufai Feb 25
The Department of State Services (DSS) is set to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on February 25 before a Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations bordering on cybercrime and breach of national security. El-Rufai will be brought before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik following the filing of a three-count charge by the secret police
target=_blank>Umahi condemns Oso-Edda violence, reaffirms support for Ebonyi peace efforts
Works Minister David Umahi has waded into the recent violence in Oso-Edda, describing it as “inhumanity between brothers and sisters,” and reaffirmed his support for efforts by the Ebonyi State Government to restore peace between the Oso-Edda and Amasiri communities. In a statement issued on Friday, Senator Umahi stressed that the people of Oso-Edda and
Umahi condemns Oso-Edda violence, reaffirms support for Ebonyi peace efforts
target=_blank>AEDC announces power outage ahead of area council election
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, has informed residents in parts of Gwarinpa, Dawaki, News Engineering, France Engineering, Charley Boy, and surrounding communities of a scheduled power interruption. According to the company’s statement on Friday, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) will carry out a maintenance exercise on the 60MVA Transformer TR1 at the Katampe
AEDC announces power outage ahead of area council election
target=_blank>FRSC marshal, driver killed while rescuing accident victims in Edo
A yet-to-be-identified Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, traffic marshal and a driver were reportedly killed in a tragic road accident during a rescue operation at the Oviogie community along the Benin-Ore Road in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State. DAILY POST reports that the incident happened on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The
FRSC marshal, driver killed while rescuing accident victims in Edo
target=_blank>10 cargo ships arrive Lagos ports
No fewer than 10 vessels have berthed at the Lekki Deep Sea Port, Tin Can Island Port and Apapa Port in Lagos, awaiting discharge of various consignments, including bulk urea, general cargo, containers, aviation fuel, diesel and crude oil. This was disclosed by the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, in its latest Shipping Position report on
10 cargo ships arrive Lagos ports
target=_blank>Zaki APC stakeholders reject congress outcome, demand fresh process
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zaki Local Government Area of Bauchi State have rejected the outcome of the recent ward and local government congresses, describing the exercise as flawed and inconsistent with the party’s guidelines. Speaking with journalists on Friday, the group, led by Comrade Mustapha Dalailu Katagum, called on the state
Zaki APC stakeholders reject congress outcome, demand fresh process
target=_blank>You are directing energy on wrong battle – Prof Iledare slams PENGASSAN for rejecting Tinubu’s order
An energy expert and petroleum economist, Prof Emeritus Wumi Iledare, has reacted to calls by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN, for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to withdraw the Executive Order directing the direct remittance of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account. Recall that Festus Osifo made the
You are directing energy on wrong battle – Prof Iledare slams PENGASSAN for rejecting Tinubu’s order
target=_blank>National Assembly slams Nigerian govt over inadequate funding for Livestock Ministry
The National Assembly has criticized the Federal Government for what it called empty promises about developing Nigeria’s livestock industry, two years after the ministry was created for the sector. The criticism came on Friday during a budget discussion between a joint committee on Livestock Development and the Ministry of Livestock Development. The Minister of Livestock
National Assembly slams Nigerian govt over inadequate funding for Livestock Ministry
target=_blank>100 US soldiers deployed to Nigeria will boost counter-insurgency efforts – Rep Agbese
The Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has lauded the deepening security partnership between Nigeria and the United States, describing the recent deployment of 100 American soldiers to Bauchi State as a major boost to the country’s fight against insurgency and other violent crimes. Speaking in Abuja on Friday, Agbese said
100 US soldiers deployed to Nigeria will boost counter-insurgency efforts – Rep Agbese
target=_blank>She’s with us now – Police arrest TikToker Mirabel amid alleged rape claim
The Ogun State Police Command has taken popular TikTok personality Mirabel into custody as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations that she may have staged a sexual assault incident that recently went viral. Confirming the development on Friday, the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the influencer is currently being held for questioning while
She’s with us now – Police arrest TikToker Mirabel amid alleged rape claim
target=_blank>Fubara calls for voter participation in by-elections
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on the people of the state, especially eligible voters in Ahoada East and Khana Local Government Areas, to participate in the by-election scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, February 21, 2026. The governor made the call at the Government House in Port Harcourt. He described the election as a family
Fubara calls for voter participation in by-elections
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