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Folagade Banks: The Digital Storyteller Redefining Nigerian Comedy
Lagos, Nigeria, February 10, 2026 Abiri Tobi Folagade, popularly known as Folagade Banks, has steadily carved a unique space for himself in Nigeria’s vibrant digital entertainment industry. A celebrated content creator, actor, and digital storyteller, Folagade Banks is best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Mama Deola—a sharp-tongued, overzealous, and deeply familiar Nigerian mother whose…
BAUCHI STATE @50: GOVERNOR BALA PLANS BAUCHI TO LEAD NORTH EAST ECONOMY BY 2033
Bauchi, 10th February, 2026 Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has expressed strong optimism that the long-term development plans of his administration will position Bauchi State as the leading economic and infrastructural hub in the North East by the year 2033. The Governor made this known at a public lecture organized to mark the 50th anniversary…
The Nigerian Army Armour School Bauchi Thrills Spectators At West African Social Activities, WASA
Bauchi, Nigeria, 9th February, 2026 The West African Social Activities (WASA) event held at the Nigerian Army Armour School in Bauchi provided a spectacular display of military precision, unity, and cultural pride. Beyond its ceremonial role, WASA serves as a unique platform for recognizing the emotional and personal sacrifices of military officers, while also offering…
Troops Record Major Success, Recover Rustled Livestock in Kafur LGA of Katsina State
Katsina State, Nigeria, February 7, 2026 Troops of the Forward Operation Base (FOB) Malumfashi, under Headquarters 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, have recorded a major operational success with the recovery of 529 rustled livestock following a fierce engagement with suspected terrorists in Kafur Local Government Area of Katsina State. The operation, led by Lieutenant…
FRSC Prevents Major Disaster of a Fallen Fuel Tanker in Kaduna
Kaduna, Kaduna State, February 8, 2026 Personnel of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna Sector Command, successfully averted a major disaster following a lone fuel tanker crash that occurred at NEPA Roundabout along Ahmadu Bello Way, Kaduna, in the early hours of Sunday, February 8, 2026. According to a statement issued by the Corps…
FG Supports Gombe State in Signing Landmark Livestock Advancement MoU with New Zealand
Hamilton, New Zealand, February 9, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has thrown its weight behind Gombe State in a major step toward transforming the nation’s livestock sector, as a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with New Zealand’s Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC). The agreement was formalized in Hamilton, New Zealand, under the watch…
VP Kashim Shettima Visits Kwara State Over Tragic Terrorist Attack
Ilorin, February 8, 2026 Vice President Kashim Shettima has visited Kwara State to assess the aftermath of a tragic terrorist attack that claimed over 100 lives in Woro and Nuku communities of Kaiama Local Government Area of the state. Aisha Abubakar-Yahaya reports that the Vice President’s visit underscores the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to addressing…
NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE INAUGURATES ANTI-CORRUPTION UNIT – “ACTU”
Abuja, February 8, 2026 The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has taken a significant step toward strengthening internal accountability with the nationwide inauguration of its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU). Speaking at the inauguration, the Comptroller-General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap, emphasized that corruption poses a serious threat to national security, hampers economic development, and undermines Nigeria’s…
INEC Chairman Monitors Mock Accreditation Exercise in FCT Ahead of Area Council Elections
Abuja, February 8, 2026 The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, on Saturday led top officials of the Commission to monitor a mock accreditation exercise in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as part of preparations for the forthcoming Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, 2026. The exercise, conducted at…
NIGERIAN ARMY FINANCE CORPS PULLS OUT 10 RETIRED GENERALS IN A COLOURFUL VALEDICTORY PARADE
Apapa, Lagos,Friday, 6 February 2026 The Nigerian Army Finance Corps (NAFC) on Friday, 6 February 2026, held a colourful valedictory parade in honour of 10 retired senior officers of the Corps at the Nigerian Army School of Signals Parade Ground, Apapa, Lagos. The Special Guest of Honour (SGOH), Major General Kamal Ishola Yusuf (Rtd), described…