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Executive order on oil revenue: Stakeholders offer opinion as tension grips NNPCL.

Energy experts and petroleum retailers have advised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the next steps following the issuance of Executive Order 09, which mandates the remittance of oil revenues to the federation account. The executive order, announced last Wednesday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, has stirred debate within Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The directive discontinues two revenue streams previously retained by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) — the 30 percent management fee on profit oil and gas, […]

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Armed bandits gun down three CPG members in Zamfara.

At least three members of the Civilian Protection Group (CPG) have been killed following a deadly attack by armed bandits in Zamfara State. The incident occurred in Magamin Diddi District of Maradun Local Government Area, where a large number of heavily armed bandits reportedly stormed the community. The assailants were said to have launched a sudden and coordinated assault, engaging members of the local vigilante group in sporadic gunfire. Residents said the attack created widespread panic as gunshots rang out […]

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GenCos reject presidency’s ₦2.8tn debt audit, seek details.

The Association of Power Generation Companies has firmly rejected claims that ₦2.8 trillion represents a newly verified and final settlement of legacy debts owed to electricity generation companies, describing the figure as inaccurate and misleading. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Chief Executive Officer of the association, Joy Ogaji, said reports suggesting that the ₦2.8 trillion had been validated as the government’s confirmed liability do not reflect the outcome of any officially concluded reconciliation process. She challenged those behind […]

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JUST IN: Fire guts Lagos airport old terminal, no one hurt, says FAAN.

A fire outbreak has reportedly engulfed the old terminal of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, a facility currently undergoing a multi-billion-naira renovation aimed at modernising its infrastructure and enhancing passenger comfort. Although the full details of the incident are still emerging, the affected terminal forms part of the airport’s older structures and has been under extensive upgrade works as part of broader efforts to improve operational efficiency and overall passenger experience. The renovation project is intended to bring the […]

today23/02/2026 4

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NiMet forecasts 3-day dust haze, cloudiness across Nigeria

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast dust haze and cloudy conditions across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday. In its latest weather outlook released in Abuja, the agency predicted slight dust haze across the northern region on Monday. However, parts of Borno State and Yobe State are expected to experience moderate dust haze, with horizontal visibility ranging between 2km and 5km. NiMet said the North Central region would experience slight dust haze throughout the period, while the southern region is […]

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20-Yr-Old Man Caught With Human Leg Escapes Mob Attack in Oyo.

Operatives of the Oyo State Police Command have rescued a 20-year-old suspect, Garuba Aminu, from an angry mob after a suspected human leg was reportedly discovered in his possession in Oyo town. The incident occurred at about 8:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026, in the busy commercial area of Oroki. The suspect was said to have disguised himself as a scavenger, moving around the area with a large sack filled with waste plastic bottles. According to police authorities, vigilant […]

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UEFA suspends Benfica’s Prestianni for second leg tie with Real Madrid.

UEFA has provisionally suspended Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni ahead of Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Real Madrid CF, following an incident involving Vinícius Júnior during last week’s first-leg encounter. The suspension was announced after UEFA appointed an Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector (EDI) to investigate allegations of discriminatory conduct that allegedly occurred during the Champions League 2025/2026 Knock-out Playoff match between SL Benfica and Real Madrid on February 17, 2026. According to UEFA, the decision to impose a provisional ban […]

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46 arrested for open defecation in Lagos.

The Lagos State Government has intensified its campaign against open defecation, leading to the arrest of 46 individuals during coordinated early morning enforcement operations across Lagos Island. The arrests were carried out by the state’s Anti-Open Defecation Squad during routine monitoring exercises conducted between February 20 and 22. The operation focused on identified black spots known for habitual environmental violations, including Ebute Ero and surrounding areas such as Marina, CMS, Obalende, and Adeniji Adele. Providing details of the enforcement exercise, […]

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Father nabbed in church over alleged theft of three goats for child’s naming ceremony

Operatives of the Ogun State Community Social Orientation and Safety Corps, popularly known as So-Safe Corps, have arrested a 27-year-old man, Emmanuel Awahnse, for allegedly stealing three goats in Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State. Awahnse was apprehended inside a church during the naming ceremony of his newborn child, bringing an unexpected twist to what was meant to be a joyous occasion. His arrest followed days of surveillance and intelligence gathering by officers of the corps. The Corps Commander, […]

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