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Breaking: Court issues judgement on Ozekhome 'forgery' case, as AGF takes another action
Attorney-General withdraws forgery charges against Mike Ozekhome, following court ruling that clears him of allegations tied to London property dispute.
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Those who mean well for Kano people must align with Tinubu – Gov Yusuf
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, has said that anyone who means well for the People of Kano State will have no choice but to aligns himself to the central Federal Government of President Ahmad Bola Tinubu. The Governor while buttressing his earlier submission on why he and many others joined APC, insisted that, […] Those who mean well for Kano people must align with Tinubu – Gov Yusuf
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NAPTIP seeks public help over alleged child abuse in daycare centres
The agency urged anyone possessing verified information, evidence, or first-hand knowledge of such incidents including those personally affected, to contact them confidentially.
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Benue: Gov Alia should reconcile with Akume – Ex-AGF Aondoakaa
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Michael Aondoakaa, SAN, has urged Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, to reconcile differences with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, George Akume. Aondoakaa made this call on Tuesday on Arise Television’s ‘Morning Show’ monitored by DAILY POST. His remark is coming as the […] Benue: Gov Alia should reconcile with Akume – Ex-AGF Aondoakaa
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Accord Party Chieftain Calls Out Wole Oke, Accuses Lawmaker Of Abuse Of Office
Alleges Oke Of Using Proxy Company To Win Government Contracts An Abuja-based lawyer and chieftain of the Accord Party in Osun State, Mr. Pelumi Olajengbesi, has alleged the lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Hon Wole Oke, of abuse of office. Olajengbesi alleged that the lawmaker used a proxy company to win government contracts, adding that […] The post Accord Party Chieftain Calls Out Wole Oke, Accuses Lawmaker Of Abuse Of Office appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Mexico Deploys 10,000 Troops To End Violence Over Drug Lord’s Death
News of his death triggered spasms of violence, with cartel members blocking roads in 20 states and torching vehicles and businesses. The post Mexico Deploys 10,000 Troops To End Violence Over Drug Lord’s Death appeared first on Channels Television.
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Nigerian newspapers review: [Behind bars for years] 53,790 held in prison without trial
Vanguard also reports that President Bola Tinubu on Monday night vowed that his administration would establish state police to tackle insecurity across the country. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [Behind bars for years] 53,790 held in prison without trial appeared first on Vanguard News.
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ICPC Yet To Act On El-Rufai’s Bail Application – Aide
The media adviser said at least two court matters involving the former Kaduna governor are scheduled for hearing this week. The post ICPC Yet To Act On El-Rufai’s Bail Application – Aide appeared first on Channels Television.
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Championship: Ajayi nears Hull City return after injury layoff
Semi Ajayi is nearing full fitness, according to Hull City assistant coach, Dean Holden, DAILY POST reports. Ajayi has been sidelined since sustaining a hamstring injury at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations last month. The injury has forced the centre-back to miss Hull City’s last seven games across all competitions. Holden revealed that the […] Championship: Ajayi nears Hull City return after injury layoff
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Economists Expect Highest Cut in Years As MPC Decides Today
Nigeria’s central bank is set to resume easing with its largest interest-rate cut since 2020 on Tuesday, as a stronger naira, moderating inflation and rising foreign-exchange reserves give policymakers room to shore up economic growth. All six economists surveyed by Bloomberg expect Governor Olayemi Cardoso to lower the benchmark rate when he announces the monetary […]
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Mother of three commits suicide after fiancee’s family rejects marriage
A 30-year-old woman identified as Abigail Adebayo has allegedly killed herself after her fiancee’s family disapproved of their marriage in the Ijebu Ode area of Ogun State. DAILY POST gathered that Abigail had been in a relationship with one Oniga Abiola since September 2025, with plans to marry. It was learnt that Abiola had taken […] Mother of three commits suicide after fiancee’s family rejects marriage
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FAAN gives update on fire incident at Lagos airport
Flight operations have resumed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos after a brief suspension triggered by a fire incident, FAAN has confirmed.
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Lagos Airport Fire Extinguished, Flights Fully Resume — Police
The Airport Police Command, Lagos, on Tuesday confirmed that the fire outbreak at the Old Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport has been extinguished, with normalcy restored and flight operations fully resumed. In a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the command, ASP Mohammed Adeola, the police described the development as […]
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Pregnant women among 400 repentant bandits – Benue Govt
The Benue State Government has disclosed that some pregnant women who were kidnapped and forced to serve as cooks for criminal gangs are part of the 400 local bandits who have indicated readiness to surrender and undergo rehabilitation before being reintegrated into society. The announcement comes amid recent controversy in the state over plans to […] Pregnant women among 400 repentant bandits – Benue Govt
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‘Christian genocide’ claims: US Congress submits Nigeria report, recommends sanctions
Moore said the investigative team now has a clearer understanding of the security threats in Nigeria and the challenges facing Christian communities. The post ‘Christian genocide’ claims: US Congress submits Nigeria report, recommends sanctions appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Two feared dead, women allegedly raped in Benue community attack
Renewed violence has claimed the lives of two residents in Apa Local Government Area of Benue State following separate attacks on Sunday. The incidents were reported in Edikwu G’Icho, Ole-G’ijamu, and Ukpogo communities after suspected armed herders allegedly stormed the areas. Locals, who requested anonymity, disclosed that one of the victims was a pastor who […] Two feared dead, women allegedly raped in Benue community attack
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Senate, Reps postpone plenary
The lawmakers, who were expected to reconvene today, postponed plenary sessions to allow committees, MDAs conclude 2026 budget defence.  The post Senate, Reps postpone plenary appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Reckless truck driver crushes LASTMA officer, two others to death in Lagos
Tragedy struck on Monday, February 23, 2026, when a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer and two pedestrians were crushed to death at the Badagry Roundabout inward Seme, Lagos, following a brake failure involving a truck. The post Reckless truck driver crushes LASTMA officer, two others to death in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.
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PenCom Rule Change May Channel 1.6 Trillion Naira Into Nigerian Stock Market
A fresh investment guideline issued by the National Pension Commission is set to reshape liquidity flows in the domestic capital market, with analysts projecting up to 1.6 trillion naira in potential new funds for equities.   The revised framework allows Pension Fund Administrators to raise equity allocations across key Retirement Savings Account categories. RSA Fund […]
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Fresh visa policy affects Nigerian students in Canada
These categories target highly skilled workers such as medical doctors with Canadian experience, researchers, senior managers, transport professionals, skilled foreign military recruits, and workers in healthcare
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Phone Tapping: Surveillance Regulations Go.Through Legislative Process —SERAP
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has said surveillance regulations on wiretapping should undergo legislative process, noting that it could be used against civilians and those critical of the government. Deputy Director of SERAP, Kolawole Oluwadare, made this statement on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television. His remark comes after […] The post Phone Tapping: Surveillance Regulations Go.Through Legislative Process —SERAP appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Phone Tapping: Surveillance Regulations Should Go.Through Legislative Process — SERAP
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has said surveillance regulations on wiretapping should undergo legislative process, noting that it could be used against civilians and those critical of the government. Deputy Director of SERAP, Kolawole Oluwadare, made this statement on Monday while fielding questions in an interview on Arise Television. His remark comes after […] The post Phone Tapping: Surveillance Regulations Should Go.Through Legislative Process — SERAP appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Court strikes out Ozekhome’s property forgery charges
He was dragged to court before Justice Peter Kekemeke FCT high court, Maitama, Abuja by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on a three-count charge bordering on property forgery.
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Fear killing more Nigerians than cancer — Dr Omolola Salako
Cancer is no longer a distant or rare diagnosis in Nigeria. It is a growing public health emergency quietly reshaping families, straining the health system, and exposing deep gaps in prevention, early detection, and access to treatment. The post Fear killing more Nigerians than cancer — Dr Omolola Salako appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Plateau crisis: Police move to de-escalate tensions over fears of reprisal attacks
The Plateau State Police Command says it has intensified security patrols and engaged local leaders in Jos North Local Government Area of the state. This is amid fears of reprisal attacks after four persons were killed by youths in a protest over an earlier attack that claimed seven lives in Dorowa Babuje, Barkin Ladi Local […] Plateau crisis: Police move to de-escalate tensions over fears of reprisal attacks
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NCDMB, HAAC Energy Launch Data Analytics, Business Intelligence Training In Lagos
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in collaboration with HAAC Energy Ltd, has launched a five-day training on Data Analytics and Business Intelligence in Lagos State. The program, scheduled to hold from February 23 to February 27, 2026, will host 50 participants.   The training aimed to equip participants with practical skills in […]
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LASU graduate who scored 271 in UTME finishes with first class, displays her CGPA
A graduate of Lagos State University (LASU) who scored 271 in her UTME has gone viral on social media after graduating with first-class and displayed her CGPA.
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BREAKING: AGF withdraws forgery charge against senior lawyer, Ozekhome
The Federal Government has withdrawn the forgery charge brought against a constitutional lawyer, Professor Mike Ozekhome, SAN. The charge was filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission, ICPC, following a judgement of a London court in respect of a property belonging to former FCT minister, the late General Jeremiah Useni. The […] BREAKING: AGF withdraws forgery charge against senior lawyer, Ozekhome
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2027: Enugu fixes N150 million as advertising permit for political parties, candidates
“Every political party and candidate must obtain a campaign permit from ENSSAA before deploying any form of visual campaign or outdoor promotional materials. The statutory fee for the permit is M150 million, payable to the Enugu State Government account,” an official said. The post 2027: Enugu fixes N150 million as advertising permit for political parties, candidates appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerian Army conducts pre-deployment training for troops, warns against indiscipline
The Nigerian Army has begun a fresh round of pre-deployment training for troops, with authorities emphasising discipline and operational readiness to tackle security challenges across the country. The exercise was inaugurated on February 23, 2026, at the Kontagora Military Cantonment. The training was declared open by AGL Haruna, Commander of the Nigerian Army Training Centre, […] Nigerian Army conducts pre-deployment training for troops, warns against indiscipline
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Actor Okemesi in coma following complications from drugs [VIDEO]
Nollywood comic actor and content creator, Okemesi, is in coma following complications for drugs he was given in a hospital. Actor Jeff Owolewa, better known as Tony Montana, made this known in an Instagram post on Monday night. This came two days after Okemesi moved into a new apartment rented for him by the public. […] Actor Okemesi in coma following complications from drugs [VIDEO]
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Alleged Forgery: Court Strikes Out Suit Against Ozekhome 
The ICPC had filed a three-count charge of alleged forgery against Ozekhome on January 16, 2026. The post Alleged Forgery: Court Strikes Out Suit Against Ozekhome  appeared first on Channels Television.
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Community Extols Late Prof. Balogun’s Service, Prays For Peace
The Lagos State University Muslim Community (LASUMUC) on Sunday praised the late Prof. Ismail Ayinla Babatunde-Balogun (I.A.B. Balogun) for his service to humanity and prayed for peace in the country.…
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Soludo Tightens Anti-Sit-At-Home Measures, Shuts Market, Threatens Expulsion for Defiant Students
Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has shut down the Nkwo Nnewi Spare Parts Market for one week, following its defiance of a government order to open markets on Mondays. A press release by the Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Dr Law Mefor stated that Special Adviser to the Governor on Trade and Markets, Chief […]
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"Don't do it": Nkechi Blessing warns fans over her new secret man
Nkechi Blessing condemns secret filming during outings with her partner, emphasising commitment to privacy and warning against unsolicited recordings.
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