Bolanle Olukoju, the state’s commissioner for information, stated this in a statement on Saturday. The post Kwara govt acknowledges video of captives released by terrorists appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Portable warns Queen Dami over her video amid allegations of affairs with his friends, escalating their feud. Fans react as tensions rise between them.

Former Premier League star, Andy Townsend has said that Manchester United should hire Diego Simeone, the coach of Atletico Madrid, this summer to reach the same level as Arsenal and Manchester City. Townsend believes Simeone has the ability to push the players really hard, making them work hard to win games, even though his way […] EPL: ‘He’ll make them happy’ – Diego Simeone tipped to become Man United’s permanent manager

Victor Okpomor Tensions escalated weekend as a coalition of Niger Delta groups called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to order an immediate investigation into former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai…

A non-athlete woman involved in an incident with an ambulance during the 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, February 14, is now in a stable condition and receiving comprehensive medical care, confirmed Gbenga Omotoso, the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy. Mr Omotoso stated that the incident occurred within the event area […]

Real Madrid boss, Alvaro Arbeloa has praised Vinicius Junior following their strong 4-1 victory against Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu. Vinicius came back to LaLiga with two goals, which helped Real Madrid take a two-point lead at the top of the league. The 25-year-old missed Los Blancos’ most recent league game, which ended in […] LaLiga: Real Madrid boss, Arbeloa names one player he’s really lucky to have in his team

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the Accord Party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and 12 other political parties to contest the 2026 Osun State governorship election, leaving The post Osun 2026: INEC clears APC, Accord, 12 other parties for election, excludes PDP, Labour Party appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Kani Ben, a cameraman with Channels Television in Bauchi, has died after succumbing to injuries sustained in a road accident while covering the commissioning of projects by the North East Development Commission (NEDC) in Bauchi State. The accident occurred on February 7 when a bus conveying a team of journalists lost control and somersaulted several […] Channels TV cameraman Kani Ben dies following Bauchi convoy crash

President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with traders and people of Kano State over the devastating fire outbreak at Kano’s Singer Market over the weekend. The fire, which started on Saturday evening, raged into Sunday morning, causing significant damage to the food market. President Tinubu, who had earlier reached out to Kano State governor, Abba Kabir […]

NELFUND said it has recorded over 1.6 million applications, with 983,706 students benefiting from the loan scheme. The post NELFUND Disburses Over ₦392m Loan To Delta State University Students appeared first on Channels Television.

…may pass the bill The National Assembly will resume plenary sessions on Tuesday, February 17, amid expectations that the long-awaited Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 may be considered for passage. The post National Assembly reconvenes Tuesday over Electoral Act Bill appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Peter Obi has affirmed to run for the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), sure of nothing but victory. The post 2027: I’ll contest for president next election – Obi insists appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Edo State Special Security Squad, code-named Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists, has recovered firearms and ammunition during coordinated stop-and-search operations across parts of the state, as investigations into the recent killing in Oredo Local Government Area of the State intensified. The latest operation, carried out at strategic locations including Iriri off Airport Road […]

Reports indicate that the first batch of the 200 United States, US military personnel expected to be deployed to Nigeria to assist the nation’s forces in the ongoing counter terrorism operations have arrived. A Sahel security expert, Brant Philip, disclosed in a post on his X handle on Sunday that the US troops will only […] Terrorism: Relief as first batch of 200 US troops arrive Nigeria

The Nigerian LNG Limited (NLNG) has been crowned the overall champion and best sports company at the 20th edition of the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games (NOGIG). The competition The post NLNG emerges overall champion at 20th oil and gas industry games appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State suspends chairman Femi Soluade amid allegations of disruptive behaviour linked to a recent political event.

Victor Okpomor Delta University (DELSU), Abraka has matriculated a total of 9, 498 students in its 2025/2026 academic session The matriculation oath was administered on the new students weekend in…

Premier League strugglers Nottingham Forest hired Vitor Pereira as their fourth manager this season on Sunday. The post Nottingham Forest appoint Pereira as fourth boss this season appeared first on Vanguard News.

Alhassan Suhuyini, Member of Parliament for Tamale North, has launched the 1Heart Fund in the constituency, disbursing initial interest-free loans to 23 self-supporting women’s groups as part of activities marking Chocolate Day and Valentine’s Day.

The first batch of United States troops and five military aircraft have arrived in North-east Nigeria ahead of a planned joint offensive against insurgents linked to Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Reports indicated that a US military aircraft touched down at the Maiduguri Air Base on Thursday night, while by Friday evening, three aircraft […]

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting in Maitama has warned a foreign businessman, Fadi Alloush, and his associate, Ishioma Faith Gomenti, against violating a subsisting order The post Court warns foreign businessman against violating restraining order on Abuja property appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The fire, which lasted for several hours on Saturday, destroyed shops and property. The post Tinubu Orders Investigation Into Kano Market Fire appeared first on Channels Television.

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has appealed to the lawmaker representing Obingwa West Constituency in Abia State House of Assembly, Erondu Uchenna Erondu, to join the All Progressives Congress, APC, and support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Kalu made the appeal during a courtesy visit to Erondu, saying Erondu’s time […] 2027: Join us re-elect Tinubu – Reps Dep speaker woos Abia lawmaker

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has issued a strong warning against the growing practice of gold hoarding by some licensed buyers, describing it as a major threat to Ghana’s foreign exchange inflows and economic stability.

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has directed the Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Mrs. Kemi Nanna-Nandap, to comply with The post AGF directs NIS boss to obey judgment reinstating unlawfully sacked officer appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Imole Progressive Network (IPN) has announced the launch of a free Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) scholarship for 150 students across Ondo North Senatorial District. According to a statement issued by the Youth Coordinator of IPN, Olawale Ijanusi, the initiative was approved by the district’s Senatorial Aspirant, Engr. Michael Abayomi Adeyanju, as part [...]

The RMAFC disowns reports claiming a final decision has been made on ceding disputed oil wells, clarifying that the verification process is still ongoing. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-final-decision-yet-on-disputed-oil-wells-rmafc/

Ghanaian youngster Prince Amoako Junior guided FC Nordsjaelland to a hard fought win over Copenhagen on Saturday afternoon.  Amoako Junior scored the winning goal of the game as his side claimed a 2-1 away win in the Danish Superliga encounter. Copenhagen took an early lead in the game, scoring after just six minutes through Mohammed […]

The Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has formally received the final report of the Federal Government’s Inter-Agency Committee on Nigeria’s Oil-Producing States, with Cross River State prominently projected…

Police in Ondo State raid a suspected cult hideout in Akure, arresting three men and recovering weapons and hard drugs. Read the full details. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-raid-cult-hideout-arrest-three-in-ondo/

Peter Obi urges Nigerians to join ‘Operation Rescue Nigeria’ to fight bad governance and unite for the 2027 presidential election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-join-me-in-operation-rescue-nigeria-obi-urges-nigerians/

Torkwase Nyiekaa The Joint Committees of the Nigerian Senate and House of Representatives on Air Force have unanimously rejected the 2026 budget proposal of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), declaring…

The UAE reinforces its Africa relations with over $110bn in investments, focusing on renewable energy, economic partnerships, and sustainable development. Read More: https://punchng.com/uae-strengthens-ties-with-africa-at-au-summit/

The title captures the interwovenness of economics and the social factors that define our well-being. It is a reality that any lender or partner must weigh when judging the true creditworthiness of a nation. This interrelationship must be laid bare; otherwise, what is fast becoming an intractable problem will never be solved with the systemic [...]

The official, however, noted that poor access roads and traffic gridlock severely hindered the operations of the firefighters. The post Traders count losses as fire razes Kano market again appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The suit followed allegations detailed in the latest annual report by the Auditor-General of the Federation, published on September 9, 2025. The post SERAP Sues CBN Over ₦3trn Public Funds appeared first on Channels Television.