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Olukoyede Reiterates Collaboration as Catalyst in Fight against Corruption
Abuja, February 18, 2026 The Executive Chairman of the (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called for closer collaboration among anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria to achieve greater success in the fight against corruption. Olukoyede made the call in Abuja on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, when the management team of the (CCB), led by its Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi…
Police Confirms 33 Dead in Armed Cattle Rustling in Kebbi Stateolice Confirms 33 Dead in Armed Cattle Rustling in Kebbi State
Birnin Kebbi, February 20, 2025 The has confirmed that 33 persons lost their lives following a deadly armed cattle rustling incident that occurred on February 18, 2025, in Bui District of Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State. In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, , the Command disclosed that the attack…
APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Pays Courtesy Visit to Former Head of State Yakubu Gowon
Abuja, Nigeria,February 20, 2026 The National Chairman of the (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, this evening paid a courtesy visit to former Nigerian Head of State, (rtd), at his residence in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The visit highlights the APC leadership’s continued engagement with elder statesmen as the party navigates ongoing national political developments…
PRESIDENT TINUBU, GERMAN CHANCELLOR MERZ TO COLLABORATE ON SECURITY, POWER
Abuja, Nigeria, February 20, 2026 President and German Chancellor have resolved to strengthen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Germany, with a renewed commitment to collaboration in the areas of security, power, railway development, creative arts, and skills acquisition.The agreement was reached during a telephone conversation on Wednesday afternoon, where both leaders reaffirmed their dedication to…
Nigeria Customs One-Stop Shop Reform Gains Ground…As Zones ‘B’, ‘D’ Hold Stakeholders Sensitisation in Kano
Kano, Nigeria – 18 February 2026 The (NCS) has intensified implementation of its One-Stop Shop (OSS) platform, with Zones ‘B’ and ‘D’ jointly conducting a stakeholders’ sensitisation programme in Kano to deepen understanding and promote uniform adoption of the reform. The development was conveyed on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, at the programme held at Bristol…
Nigeria Welcomes G-24 Delegates as Wale Edun Sets Tone for Global Economic Talks
Abuja, Nigeria, February 20, 2026 Nigeria is hosting international delegates in Abuja as activities commence for the 2026 Technical Meeting of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24), placing the country at the centre of high-level discussions on development finance, debt sustainability, and growth across emerging economies.The gathering, which brings together finance ministers, central bank governors,…
RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY HALTS IMPEACHMENT PROCEEDINGS AGAINST GOVERNOR FUBARA AND DEPUTY
Port Harcourt, Rivers State – February 20, 2026 The has formally halted impeachment proceedings against and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Ordu, bringing a dramatic chapter in the state’s political crisis to a temporary close.Speaker announced the decision during plenary, stating that the withdrawal of the impeachment process followed the intervention of . According to the…
CDS LAUNCHES OPERATION SAVANNAH SHIELD, WARNS TERRORISTS AS KWARA GOVERNOR VOWS UNFLINCHING SUPPORT
ILORIN, KWARA STATE – 19 FEBRUARY 2025 The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), , on Thursday, 19 February 2025, formally operationalised the Joint Task Force North Central Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD (OPSS) at the 22 Brigade, Sobi Military Cantonment, Ilorin, Kwara State.The intelligence-driven joint operation is strategically mandated to decisively dismantle terrorist networks, kidnapping syndicates and…
EFCC, ALGON Collaborate on Proof of Address Initiative
Abuja, February 19, 2026 The (EFCC) and the (ALGON) have resolved to collaborate on a new Proof of Address (PoA) initiative aimed at creating a comprehensive database of verifiable addresses of Nigerians to enhance national security and economic planning. The resolution was reached on Wednesday, February 19, 2026, when members of ALGON, led by Lead…
Vote Buying Won’t Be Tolerated, Amupitan Warns Ahead of FCT Poll
Abuja, February 20, 2026 The Chairman of the (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has assured residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of a peaceful, transparent and credible Area Council election scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026. Speaking at a high-level stakeholders’ forum in , Prof. Amupitan disclosed that over 1.6 million registered voters are…