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FG to borrow N800bn via February bonds.

Nigeria’s Debt Management Office has announced plans to raise N800bn through its Federal Government bond auction scheduled for February 2026, signalling a continued reliance on domestic borrowing to finance government obligations and manage fiscal pressures. The planned issuance represents a significant increase compared to the amount offered during the same period last year, although it is slightly lower than the record level seen in January 2026. The bond offer is structured across three re-opened instruments, reflecting the government’s strategy of […]

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Oil prices rise as Trump warns Iran ahead of talks.

Global oil markets took centre stage on Tuesday after United States President Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric toward Iran, injecting fresh uncertainty into trading sessions that were otherwise muted due to public holidays across parts of Asia and the United States. Crude benchmarks initially climbed on geopolitical concerns before giving up some gains. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose by more than one per cent, approaching the $64 per barrel mark, while Brent crude hovered just below $69 per barrel before […]

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Police kill two bandits, recover arms in Oyo Police kill two bandits, recover arms in Oyo.

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the killing of two suspected bandits during a security operation aimed at preventing a planned kidnapping in a rural community within the state. The incident occurred at Elebe Village in the Aleniboro area, located along the Irawo Mine axis. According to the command, the operation was carried out following credible intelligence indicating that a group of armed criminals had gathered in the area with the intention of abducting residents. The Police Public Relations […]

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UNILAG graduate Oreoluwa Odetunde found dead in New York apartment.

Oreoluwa Odetunde, a first-year Master of Business Administration (MBA) student at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, has been found dead in her off-campus residence, a development that has left the university community in deep shock and mourning. Odetunde, an international student from Nigeria, was pursuing her MBA at Cornell University. Before enrolling in the prestigious business school, she earned a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Lagos in 2017. Her academic journey reflected a strong commitment […]

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Two Aiyedatiwa’s aides resign.

Two media aides serving under the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, have officially stepped down from their respective roles, marking a notable development within the state’s media and communications team. The officials, Pastor Taiwo Gbamila, who served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Multimedia, and Mr. Olugbenga Abire, the Special Assistant on New Media, submitted their resignation letters on separate days. Their departures bring an end to their tenure in the administration of Ondo State, where they […]

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Protesters return to National Assembly, demand mandatory real-time transmission of results.

  Protesters on Monday gathered at the National Assembly Complex, calling on lawmakers to make real-time electronic transmission of election results compulsory in the ongoing amendment of Nigeria’s electoral law. The demonstrators, drawn from several civil society organisations including Situation Room Nigeria and ActionAid Nigeria, said the move was necessary to strengthen electoral transparency, credibility, and public trust in Nigeria’s democratic process. Carrying placards and chanting solidarity songs, the protesters insisted that the continued use of manual collation methods creates […]

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Nigeria govt to arraign Nasir El-Rufai over NSA Phone tapping allegations.

  The Federal Government is set to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations bordering on the unlawful interception of the phone communications of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. According to court filings dated February 16, 2026, El-Rufai is facing a three-count charge related to alleged breaches of Nigeria’s cyber and communications laws. The charges stem from statements he reportedly made during a televised appearance on February 13, in which […]

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Super Eagles set for Jordan friendly as World Cup fate remains uncertain.

  Nigeria’s senior national football team, the Nigeria national football team, is set to face the Jordan national football team in an international friendly match scheduled to take place in Amman during the March 23–31 FIFA international window. The encounter will mark the first-ever senior-level meeting between both nations, making it a historic fixture for the two sides. The friendly is expected to provide an opportunity for both teams to assess their squads, test tactical approaches, and build team cohesion […]

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Police order tight security after Mile 12 robbery alarm.

  The Lagos State Police Command has ordered an immediate increase in security presence and surveillance along the Mile 12–Ketu axis following reports of robbery incidents targeting motorists in the area. The development comes after concerns were raised by members of the public about suspected criminal activities along the busy corridor, which serves as a major route for commuters and commercial operators within Lagos. In response, the Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed that the Commissioner of Police had […]

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