LONDON — The former Prince Andrew was arrested by British police Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to his links to Jeffrey Epstein, an extraordinary move in a country where authorities once sought to shield the royal family from embarrassment. It was the first time in nearly four centuries that a senior […] The post Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to Epstein appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

The governor made the declaration on Wednesday when he performed the groundbreaking ceremony for construction of six new modern markets along the Atiku Abubakar Bypass road in the state capital The post Bauchi now a fast growing economic hub in Northern Nigeria — Bala Mohammed appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has reserved judgement till a date to be communicated to parties, in a N5.5billion defamation suit filed by two operatives of the Department of State Services (DDS) against a civil society organisation, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP). Justice Halilu Yusuf made […]

Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court, Lagos Division, on Wednesday ordered the remand of a Lagos-based businessman, Adesiyan Kayode Olayinka, over an alleged N230 million foreign exchange investment fraud said to involve Artificial Intelligence-generated images of Peter Obi. Olayinka was arraigned on a six-count charge instituted by the Federal Republic of Nigeria, bordering [...]

Edo State Government has written to the International Police (INTERPOL) to help secure arrest of a fleeing suspected cultist who alleged financed recent cult related killings in Benin City. It The post Killings: Okpebholo seeks Interpol’s help on arrest of fleeing suspected cultist appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and MTN Nigeria have launched free WiFi services at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Terminal 2, Lagos, and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International The post FAAN, MTN Nigeria launch free WiFi service at Lagos, Abuja airports appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

…says death a painful loss to Rivers, Nigeria  Former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dakuku Peterside, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the The post Peterside mourns Senator Mpigi, describes him as grassroots champion appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Navy has confirmed the death of its Chief of Operations, Rear Admiral Musa Katagum.  A respected senior officer, Katagum who was a former Chief of Naval Intelligence, made The post JUST IN: Navy loses Chief of Operations  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Thousands of dispatch riders in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, took to the streets on Thursday at the FCT Administration Secretariat in Abuja to protest what they described as “multiple taxation.” The riders called on the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to intervene and halt the alleged extortion. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, […] FCT dispatch riders protest ‘multiple taxation’

The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas has approved the appointment of Commodore Reginald Odeodi Adoki as the Commander of the Maritime Guard Command at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Commodore Adoki takes over from Commodore Hbank’sriekeze who has been redeployed. Commodore Adoki, a principal Warfare Officer specialising in […]

The full list of all senators who have died since the inauguration of the 10th National Assembly has been compiled. Barinada Mpigi is the latest in the death list.

A United States federal court has sentenced a Nigerian national, Matthew A. Akande, to eight-year imprisonment for masterminding a cyber fraud scheme that siphoned more than $1.3 million from the US government. The sentence was announced in a statement published on the official US government website. Akande, 37, who was living in Mexico before his […]

Nigerian equities surged on Thursday as sustained buying interest lifted key stocks, pushing the All-Share Index up 1.40% and adding N1.71 trillion in value.

…lauds ex-works commissioner’s role in post-civil war infrastructure drive President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday sent warm greetings to elder statesman and distinguished lawyer, Femi Okunnu, on the occasion of The post Tinubu celebrates Femi Okunnu at 93, hails lifetime of service to nation appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN, has called for continued stakeholder engagement following the Federal Government’s executive order restructuring oil and gas revenue remittances. PENGASSAN President, Mr. Festus Osifo, made the call on Thursday in Lagos during a news conference on the executive order and its implications for the oil […] PENGASSAN calls for engagement to safeguard oil sector stability

Founder and CEO of leading agribusiness firm, Agri-Impact Group, Dr. (h.c) Daniel Fahene Acquaye, has been appointed Chairman of the CSIR–Crops Research Institute (CRI) Management Board.

The House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind the Nigeria Police Force in the protection of downstream petroleum infrastructure, urging increased funding to strengthen energy security across the country. Members of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream), led by its Chairman, Hon. (Barr.) Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, made the call on Thursday during a […]

Ask ten Nigerian bettors what really decides a win, and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Some swear it’s pure chance. Others insist it’s all about analysis, timing, and discipline. The post Betting: is it your luck or skill? appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The House of Representatives has said the newly signed Electoral Act 2026 introduced targeted reforms to address interpretative ambiguities exposed by recent electoral litigation. Spokesman of the House, Hon. Akin Rotimi in a statement said the new law also aimed to strengthen institutional safeguards designed to protect the sanctity of the ballot across successive electoral […]

A Port Harcourt-based philanthropist, Kingsley Wali, has declared that all those who made efforts to broker peace between Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, were not sincere with their approach. Wali, who is also the convener of Unity House Foundation (UHF), made the […]

SDG 6 aims to ensure sustainable water management and universal, affordable access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) for all by 2030.

King Charles III's brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been arrestedon suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his swift approval of the Electoral Act Amendment, describing the move as a serious setback for Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the president’s quick assent to the controversial bill has signed […] ADC vows to mobilise Nigerians over Electoral Act amendment

Wike made the announcement in a special broadcast on national television and radio stations on Thursday, urging residents of the FCT to come out en masse to vote for candidates of their choice. The post FCT LG Polls: Wike Declares Work-Free Friday, Imposes Movement Restriction appeared first on Channels Television.

Ahead of the Saturday, February 21, Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, the minister, Nyesom Wike, has announced a work-free day on Friday, as well as a restriction of movement from 8 p.m. on Friday to 6 a.m. on Saturday. The minister, who made this known in a special broadcast on national […] FCT Area Council elections: Wike declares Friday work-free day, restricts movement

A young Nigerian lady burst into tears on social media after something unexpected happened to the brand-new generator she kept inside her compound.

… World Cup hope still alive, but Nigeria’s eyes fixed on the future — Dikko … Confident of strong FIFA case over DRC breach … 375 Medals, N50bn private funding, The post Tinubu approves anti-doping agency board as NSC secures major reforms appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

“SSS is a national security agency with thousands of officers. Words directed at such a broad institutional body cannot automatically amount to personal defamation,” SERAP's legal team said. The post SERAP urges court to dismiss SSS’ N5bn defamation suit, judge reserves judgement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Centre for Democratic Development Ghana (CDD-Ghana) has urged sweeping institutional reforms to strengthen Ghana’s anti-corruption architecture, warning that the first year of the John Dramani Mahama administration shows both encouraging steps and significant gaps.

Few days to the end of the 15th Biennial Police Games holding at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Zone 9, Umuahia and the Force Headquarters, Abuja are leading the medals table. Zone 9 Umuahia team has garnered 7 gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze medals, followed by the Force Headquarters with 7 gold , 3 […]

The Plateau State Government on Thursday arrested a bar owner and another woman for allegedly trafficking three girls to Ghana. The post Plateau Govt arrests bar owner, accomplice over alleged trafficking of three girls to Ghana appeared first on Vanguard News.

The U.S. Tennis Association announced on Thursday that participation in tennis in the United States reached a new high of 27.3 million in 2025, marking the sixth consecutive year of growth. Interest in recreational tennis surged during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, resulting in a 54% increase in participation since 2019, according to an independent […]

No fewer than 28 ships laden with petroleum products, commodities and other goods are expected to arrive Apapa, Tin-Can Island and Lekki Deep Sea ports in Lagos from February 19 to February 28. The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) stated this in its publication, ‘Shipping Position’. NPA explained that 20 of the expected ships were carrying […] 28 ships laden with petroleum, other commodities set to arrive Lagos ports

The President of Sierra Leone, Dr Julius Maada Bio, has decorated Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, with the prestigious Grand Commander of the Order of the Rokel at a colourful parade during the 17th Armed Forces Day of Republic of Sierra Leone. A statement by the Director, Defence Information, Major General […]

Former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dakuku Peterside, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Senator representing Rivers South-East Senatorial District, Senator…

Ecobank Ghana has rewarded more than 4,000 customers in the grand finale of its ‘5-Star Enjoyment’ promotion held at the Kejetia Market in Kumasi.