Category: News
Timini Egbuson: From Award-Winning Actor to Creative Force in Nollywood
Lagos, Nigeria — February 2026 Timini Egbuson’s rise in Nollywood has been defined by bold choices, steady growth, and an undeniable screen presence. His career reached a major milestone in 2020 when he won Best Actor in a Drama at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for his powerful performance in Elevator Baby. The…
Nigeria Customs Deepens Global Push for Trade Innovation at Abu Dhabi Conference
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 2026 The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment to technology-driven border management and enhanced trade facilitation at the 2026 World Customs Organisation (WCO) Technology Conference held in Abu Dhabi. Participating under the conference theme, “Customs Agility in a Complex World: Securing and Facilitating Trade through Innovation,” the…
TROOPS ELIMINATE TOP SAMBISA COMMANDER, 10 TERRORISTS IN NIGHT OPERATION
Maiduguri, Borno State — February 2026 Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have recorded a major operational success with the elimination of a senior Boko Haram/ISWAP commander, Abu Khalid, alongside 10 other terrorists during a night operation in Borno State. According to a statement signed by the Media Information Officer,…
2026 SPARK Africa Translational Research Conference Opens in Abuja, Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria — February 2026 Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science-driven innovation in healthcare with the hosting of the 2026 SPARK Africa Translational Research Bootcamp and Scientific Conference in Abuja. The high-level gathering brought together key actors from across the continent to strengthen translational research and accelerate the movement of scientific discoveries from…
FG Inaugurates Technical Sub-Committee On Livestock Development
Abuja, Nigeria – February 3, 2026 The Federal Government has inaugurated the National Economic Council (NEC) Technical Sub-Committee on Livestock Development, reaffirming its commitment to reposition the livestock sector as a key driver of economic growth, food security, and national cohesion. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, inaugurated the committee at…
NMDPRA: Public Notice
Abuja, Nigeria, 3 February 2026, The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) is compelled to issue this public disclaimer to alert Nigerians to the activities of some unscrupulous persons who are exploiting young, economically vulnerable, and unsuspecting citizens by inducing them to part with huge sums of money for purported employment opportunities within…
NITDA WARNS ABOUT POSSIBLE FLAWS IN CHATGPT’s NEW VERSIOS
Abuja, Nigeria — February 3, 2026 The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has issued a public warning to Nigerian internet users, developers, and professionals who rely heavily on artificial intelligence tools, cautioning that serious vulnerabilities have been identified in advanced AI models, including GPT-4 and GPT-5.According to the Agency, these weaknesses could be exploited…
29 Years On: Fela Aníkulápó Kuti Honoured at the Grammys as Afrobeat Legacy Takes Centre Stage
Los Angeles, California, February 2, 2026 Twenty-nine years after his passing, the spirit of Fela Aníkulápó Kuti once again took centre stage on the global music platform as the Grammys paid tribute to the Afrobeat pioneer with a special Grammy Honours Party dedicated to his enduring legacy.The event celebrated not just Fela’s revolutionary sound, but…
PRESS RELEASE: OGUN STATE AT 50. A GOLDEN JUBILEE OF PROGRESS, PEOPLE, AND PROMISE
On February 3, 1976, Ogun State was created. Fifty years later, the Gateway State stands tall. This anniversary marks vision, hard work, and shared sacrifice. Ogun State earned the name Gateway State for a reason. The state connects regions, cultures, and markets. From the start, Ogun served as a bridge for trade, ideas, and growth….
TRACE ISSUES TRAFFIC ADVISORY AHEAD OF OGUN @ 50 CELEBRATION
The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, TRACE, has issued a traffic advisory to residents and motorists ahead of activities marking the 50th anniversary of Ogun State. According to the agency, the Golden Jubilee celebration of the Gateway State will hold from Monday, February 2, to Thursday, February 5, 2025, with a series of…