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Three Arraigned for Allegedly Assaulting Firefighters in Ibadan.

Three individuals have been arraigned before the Ejioku Magistrate Court in Ibadan over their alleged involvement in the assault of firefighters during an emergency response in the city. The suspects were brought before the court on Monday and charged with conspiracy and conduct likely to breach public peace. The case was presided over by Magistrate Marcus Omolara. The charges stem from an incident that occurred in the Oki area of Ibadan, where firefighters were reportedly attacked while carrying out their […]

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Ash Wednesday: CAN urges national unity, policy implementation.

The Christian Association of Nigeria has called for inclusive governance, effective policy implementation, and national unity as Christians observe Ash Wednesday. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, CAN President Daniel Okoh said the period offers an opportunity for reflection on the country’s condition and the responsibilities of both leaders and citizens in shaping the future of Nigeria. The association noted that the nation is currently facing significant social and economic challenges, including rising living costs, unemployment, and persistent […]

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Ramadan: Kano Orders Closure of Event Centres, Entertainment Venues.

The Kano State Censorship Board has directed the immediate closure of all entertainment centres across Kano State for the duration of the Ramadan fasting period. The directive, which takes effect from 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, applies to event centres, popularly known as gala houses, as well as Disc Jockeys and other entertainment operators. Public Relations Officer of the board, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, said the decision was taken to enable residents observe the holy month in a peaceful […]

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Tinubu-Named Motor Park Set for Commissioning in Lagos

A newly completed motor park named after Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to be officially opened in Ebute Metta, Lagos. The facility, known as the Lagos State Council Motor Park, includes the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Motor Park and an Emergency Unit designed to provide support services for members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). It is located along Atitebi, Apapa Road. The Lagos State NURTW Chairman, Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego, is leading […]

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Rapists should be castrated, burnt alive – Singer Simi.

Afrobeats singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has sparked widespread debate after calling for severe punishment for rapists amid growing concerns over sexual assault in Nigeria. In a post shared on X on Tuesday night, the singer expressed anger over the rising cases of sexual violence, urging both citizens and authorities to take stronger action against perpetrators. She stated that rapists should face extreme punishment, including castration and death. Her remarks quickly generated mixed reactions online, with some supporting […]

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Ramadan 2026 Begins as Sultan Confirms Crescent Moon Sighting.

The President of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially announced the commencement of Ramadan 1447AH following the sighting of the crescent moon. The announcement followed verified and authenticated reports of moon sightings from various locations across Nigeria. The confirmation was conveyed on behalf of the Sultan by Shehu Abubakar Ibn Garbai El-Kanemi. According to the Sultanate Council, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, marks the first day of Ramadan, the holy month during which Muslims […]

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A truly great man, Murray-Bruce mourns Jesse Jackson

  Former Bayelsa East Senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has shared his profound sorrow following the death of the iconic American civil rights leader, Jesse Jackson, who passed away at the age of 84. Reflecting on a life marked by tireless advocacy for justice, equality, and human dignity, Murray-Bruce described Jackson as a dear friend and a global symbol of courage, vision, and compassion. Murray-Bruce recounted the first time he met Jackson in the early 1980s, around 1982 or 1983, just before […]

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Job losses loom over NAFDAC ban on sachet alcohol.

Workers in Nigeria’s food and beverage industry staged another protest on Tuesday at the office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), calling on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the ongoing enforcement of the ban on sachet alcohol and small PET bottle products. The protest, which marks the fifth demonstration by industry workers this year, was organised by distillers and employees under the umbrella of the Food, Beverage and Tobacco Senior Staff Association […]

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February 17, 2026 Reps in rowdy session over move to rescind Electoral Act amendment.

The House of Representatives has begun fresh legislative action to revisit and possibly amend critical sections of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2025, in what lawmakers described as a necessary step to protect the credibility and integrity of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The decision was taken during a plenary session on Tuesday, when lawmakers temporarily suspended ongoing budget defence activities to focus on the electoral legislation. Members emphasised that the issues surrounding the Electoral Act are of national importance and […]

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