Wema Bank has opened applications for its 2026 Bankers-in-Training Program, offering young Nigerian graduates structured training and career growth opportunities.

President Tinubu described Mr Jackson as a servant-leader who captured global imagination as a young activist alongside civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. The post Tinubu mourns American civil rights icon Jesse Jackson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s government will review MTN’s proposed $6.2bn IHS acquisition, citing its importance to the economy, national security, and market competition. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-review-mtns-6-2bn-ihs-acquisition-minister/

Abuja, Feb. 17, 2026 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has appointed Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State as the Renewed Hope Ambassador and Deputy Director-General for party outreach, engagement and mobilisation. The appointment is with immediate effect. This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja. Tinubu, as […] The post Tinubu appoints Gov Sani Renewed Hope Ambassador, Dep DG appeared first on Vanguard News.

The 2023 presidential candidate and leader of the Social Democratic Party, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has extended heartfelt Ramadan greetings to the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria and across the world, invoking…

Real Madrid's Champions League play-off first leg at Benfica was stopped for almost 15 minutes on Tuesday after Vinicius Junior seemed to accuse an opponent of racially abusing him. The post Champions League: Benfica-Real halted briefly over Vinicius racism accusation appeared first on Vanguard News.

INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, visits FCT councils to assess preparedness for the upcoming FCT Area Council elections scheduled for Saturday. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-inec-chairman-visits-fct-area-councils-ahead-of-saturday-poll/

Joint Senate and House committees commend Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo for transformative reforms in Nigeria’s Interior Ministry, enhancing immigration and security services.

The transaction requires various approvals for it to reach closure, and HIS will give up its quoted company status by delisting from the New York Stock Exchange once the whole process is concluded. The post MTN strikes deal to acquire IHS Towers for $6.2 billion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu calls for prayers for Nigeria’s peace and prosperity as Christians and Muslims commence the holy seasons of Lent and Ramadan. Read More: https://punchng.com/remi-tinubu-seeks-prayers-for-nigeria-as-lent-ramadan-begin-wednesday/

President Tinubu urged the traditional rulers to monitor the functionality of primary healthcare facilities in their communities and promptly report gaps for action. The post Tinubu tasks traditional, religious leaders on fight against preventable diseases appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs outlines the country’s foreign policy for 2026, focusing on strategic autonomy, regional stability, and global partne Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-unveils-nigerias-three-foreign-policy-priorities-for-2026/

On 15th February 2026, one of Nigeria’s most influential businessmen stepped into a facility that has come to symbolize ambition on a continental scale. Femi Otedola, investor, energy executive, and chairman of Geregu Power, visited the Dangote Refinery in Lekki, Lagos State, and described it in striking terms. On that same day, through his official […] The post Why Femi Otedola called Dangote Refinery the ‘8th Wonder of the World’ after his 15 February 2026 Visit appeared first on WITHIN NIGERIA.

President Tinubu urges traditional and religious leaders to drive Nigeria’s health reforms, highlighting their vital role in health sector renewal. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-urges-traditional-religious-leaders-to-drive-health-reforms/

Peru has now burned through seven presidents since 2016, several of them impeached, investigated or convicted of wrongdoing. The post Peru Congress Impeaches Interim President After Four Months In Office appeared first on Channels Television.

Kaduna police killed several bandits and arrested 17 suspects in a four-day raid on criminal hideouts, recovering sophisticated weapons and illicit drugs. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-kill-bandits-arrest-17-in-kaduna-raids/

Four people were recently beheaded in Ebonyi community, South-east Nigeria, in a renewed land dispute. The post You must produce severed heads of slain victims, Nigerian governor tells community appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Hassan said investigation was ongoing to dismantle the wider criminal networks and arrest fleeing accomplices to ensure all suspects were prosecuted.

The Anambra APC Chairman, Mr Basil Ejidike, has said that the party is collaborating with APGA to win the 2027 Presidential Election in the state. The post 2027: APC working with APGA to win Anambra for Tinubu – State chair appeared first on Vanguard News.

The defence lawyer drew attention to the official legal opinions of former AGFs Aondoakaa and Malami regarding the controversial Mambilla power project. The post Mambilla Power Project Trial: Agunloye’s defence lawyer evokes former AGFs’ legal opinions appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Residents of Modakeke in Ife East Local Government Area have sought the intervention of the Osun State government over the bad condition of Akarabata Primary Health Centre. The residents said the facility, which serves majority of the people in the town, was on the verge of total collapse. One of the residents who spoke in […] The post Community Seeks Adeleke’s Intervention Over Dilapidated PHC appeared first on OsunDefender.

Alcaraz, who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam with his victory in Melbourne, saw off the 30th-ranked Rinderknech in two closely contested sets. The post Alcaraz Battles Into Second Round Of Qatar Open appeared first on Channels Television.

The governor's responsibilities will include working in close collaboration with the director-general and the APC hierarchy to ensure harmony, inclusiveness, and strategic coordination across all levels of mobilisation and engagement architecture. The post Tinubu appoints Kaduna gov as Renewed Hope Ambassador deputy director appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Tinubu appoints Kaduna Governor Uba Sani as Renewed Hope Ambassador and Deputy DG for APC party outreach ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-names-kaduna-gov-renewed-hope-ambassador-deputy-dg/

The Anambra APC endorses President Bola Tinubu as its sole candidate for the 2027 election, citing his performance and aiming for party unity and mobilizat Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-anambra-apc-endorses-tinubu-restates-commitment-to-party-unity/

Galatasaray come from behind to thrash Juventus 5-2 in a thrilling Champions League playoff. Noa Lang’s brace helped secure a commanding first-leg lead. Read More: https://punchng.com/osimhens-galatasaray-thrash-juve-5-2-in-ucl-first-leg-playoff/

The vice-chancellor said the fund was vital amid dwindling government allocations and rising institutional demands. The post Nigerian university launches trust fund to boost financial sustainability appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Imo State governorship hopeful, Dr. Chima Amadi, has cautioned against any alleged attempt to manipulate the 2027 electoral process, insisting that the will of the electorate must prevail at the The post 2027: Amadi warns against electoral manipulation, unveils expanded TMO structure in Imo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has passed into law a bill to amend the Nasarawa State Electricity Law 2024, aimed at strengthening power supply and improving electricity delivery across the state. The post Nasarawa Assembly passes electricity amendment bill, begins Ramadan recess appeared first on Vanguard News.

Onubogu listed environmental influence, peer group influence, poor parenting, and availability as some of the causes of drug abuse. The post Anambra: NDLEA appeals for operational vehicles, proposes integrity test for admissions appeared first on Vanguard News.

AHEAD of the 2027 presidential election, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Uba Sani, governor of Kaduna State, as Renewed Hope Ambassador and deputy director-general for party outreach, engagement, and mobilisation. The post 2027: Tinubu appoints Kaduna gov, Uba Sani as Renewed Hope Ambassador, deputy DG appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Ghana-Russian Center for Commerce and Relations has signed a landmark agreement with Kuban State Agrarian University to promote practical and innovative agriculture in Ghana.

President John Mahama on Tuesday, February 17, officially opened the maiden Tree Crop Investment Summit, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding Ghana’s export base and fully taking advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

An official said the incidents comprised 15 fire outbreaks, 10 flooding cases, 10 rainstorm and windstorm incidents, one case of banditry or conflict and seven other related emergencies across the state. The post Edo recorded 47 disasters in 2025, over 10,000 affected — Agency appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Tensions flared during deliberations on Tuesday, with opposition lawmakers staging protests over the removal of the “real-time” transmission clause inside the chamber. The post Electoral Act Amendment: PDP Lawmaker Accuses Reps Leadership Of Sidelining Minority Caucus appeared first on Channels Television.

The PDP warns Nigerians that the manual transmission of election results could undermine electoral transparency and compromise the 2027 general elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-faction-urges-nigerians-to-reject-manual-transmission-of-election-results/