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Kano Court Jails Woman Seven Years for N5.6m Fraud
Kano, Nigeria | February 24, 2026 Justice Maryam Sabo of the Kano State High Court sitting in Kano has convicted and sentenced Ebonine Rita Uzoamaka to seven years imprisonment for obtaining the sum of N5,600,000 (Five Million, Six Hundred Thousand Naira) by false pretence. Uzoamaka was arraigned before the court on August 18, 2021, on…
British-Nigerian Brothers Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies Win BAFTA for Groundbreaking Film My Father’s Shadow
London, United Kingdom — February 24, 2026 British-Nigerian brothers and have won the for their powerful and deeply personal film, .The prestigious honor recognizes emerging creative talent in British cinema, and the Davies brothers’ win marks a significant moment not only for their careers but also for contemporary African storytelling on the global stage. A…
British-Nigerian Actress, Wunmi Mosaku Wins Best Supporting Actress at the British Academy Film Awards
London, United Kingdom – 24 February 2026 British-Nigerian star has clinched the coveted Best Supporting Actress award at the (BAFTA) Film Awards for her spellbinding portrayal of Hoodoo priestess ‘Annie’ in the critically acclaimed film Sinners.The win marks another significant milestone in Mosaku’s steadily rising international career, further cementing her reputation as one of the…
SENATE SEEKS ADDITIONAL 30 BILLION NAIRA FOR INEC TO CONDUCT 2027 ELECTION
Abuja, Nigeria, February 24, 2026 The Senate Committee on Electoral Matters has requested an additional 30 billion naira for the (INEC) to ensure the smooth conduct of the 2027 General Election. INEC had earlier proposed a budget of 873 billion naira to cover the cost of organizing the nationwide polls. However, lawmakers say emerging logistics…
Nigeria First: A Sacred Season of Unity, Hope, and Resolve
State House, Abuja, 24 February 2026 Tonight at the State House in Abuja, I had the honour of hosting our State Governors to an interfaith breaking of the fast as Muslims observe Ramadan and Christians journey through Lent. In this sacred season for two of the major faiths in our dear country, we are reminded…
The Sequel to the Global Hit The Black Book Officially in Development
Lagos, Nigeria – February 24, 2026 The sequel to the global Netflix sensation, Black Book, is officially in development, with production set to begin in collaboration with Invention Studios. Titled Black Book 2: Old Scores, the highly anticipated follow-up promises to expand the gripping universe that captivated audiences worldwide. The original film, , became a…
GOC CONVOY FOILS DEADLY AMBUSH IN KEBBI, ELIMINATES 5 TERRORISTS, SEIZES WEAPON CACHE
Mayama Hill, Kebbi State – 23 February 2026 The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Bemgha Koughna, in a bold and decisive operation, successfully foiled a deadly ambush orchestrated by suspected Lakurawa Terrorist Group (LTG) near Mayama Hill in…
Olukoyede Cautions Youths against Social Vices
Port Harcourt, Rivers State – February 20, 2026 The Executive Chairman of the (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has cautioned youths across the country to steer clear of social vices and acts of corruption in order to take their rightful place as future builders of the nation. Olukoyede gave the charge on Friday, February 20, 2026,…
JAMB REGISTRAR PROF OLOYODE FLAGS-OFF MULTIMILLION NAIRA CBT CENTRE IN MAIDUGURI
MAIDUGURI, BORNO STATE – February 23, 2026 The Registrar of the (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, has officially flagged-off a ₦1 billion Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre and Zonal Office project in Maiduguri, Borno State.The landmark project, located along Maiduguri–Dikwa Road, comprises a ₦667 million state-of-the-art CBT centre and a ₦331 million zonal office. The facility is…
Gov. Yusuf Commends INEC, Security Agencies for Peaceful Conduct of Bye-Election in Kano
Kano, Nigeria — February 2026 Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended his commendation to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for their pivotal roles in ensuring the peaceful and orderly conduct of the recent bye-election in Kano State. The election, which took place in the Kano Municipal and Ungogo…