Kenyan long-distance runner Ezra Kering clinched victory at the 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, crossing the finish line in 2:11:55 to secure the $50,000 top prize. The The post JUST IN: Kenya’s Kering clinches 2026 Lagos City Marathon crown appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Contrasting the political climates of both states during the period in question, Garba maintained that Ganduje’s two-term administration in Kano was marked by tolerance for criticism, open media engagement and acceptance of opposition voices.

A yet-to-be-identified man has fallen off a moving train and died at Uratta, in Aba, Abia State, along the Enugu-Port Harcourt motorway. The post Man falls off moving train, dies in Abia appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mangal Cement Industry Commissions Additional Solar-Powered Borehole in Iluhagba By Wilson Macaulay Mangal Cement Industry has commissioned an additional solar-powered borehole in Iluhagba, its host community in Kogi State, as…

Tragedy struck in the early hours on Saturday, when a hit and run driver killed a female pedestrian, identified to be member of a Mountain of Fire Ministry, MFM, at the NYSC Bus-Stop, inward Igando area of Lagos State. The post Driver kills woman on her way to church in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.

Hostilities will resume this Saturday, in the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The NNL had embarked on a mid-season break following the conclusion of the first stanza of the season. In the NNL Conference A Smart City will be up against Gateway Fc in Lagos, while Crown FC will do battle with Sunshine Stars […] NNL: Teams battle for points as second stanza resumes

Salihu Tanko Yakasai identifies Atiku Abubakar and Goodluck Jonathan as potential challengers to President Tinubu in the 2027 election amid northern discontent.

Jim Ovia reveals how he founded Zenith Bank with just N20m in 1990, highlighting the growth to $4 billion and infrastructure challenges in Nigeria's banking sector.

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday arrived in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital for a one-day official visit. The President touched down at the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport, where he was received by Governor Nasir Idris, senior government officials and other dignitaries. The President is also billed to proceed to the fishing arena to formally […] Tinubu arrives in Kebbi, set to declare 61st Argungu International Fishing Festival open

Nigerian singer and songwriter Rema, born Divine Ikubor, has set a new record on the Billboard World Albums Chart.  His debut album, Rave & Roses, has now spent 170 weeks on the chart, making it the longest-charting African album in the chart’s history. The achievement surpasses the previous record of 164 weeks held by fellow […]

Troops Neutralise Terrorists, Recover Arms, Logistics Items Anthony Ufoh The troops of the Nigerian Army (NA) codenamed ‘Operation HADIN KAI  (OPHK)  in the North East, in a sustained move to…

The launch of a new digital wellness platform by Medical Tourism Africa has sparked fresh debate about who truly benefits from Nigeria’s fast-growing wellness and medical tourism industry, in a The post Digital wellness push sparks debate over Nigeria’s real health priorities appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Wikki Tourists forward, Jonathan Mairiga says that they are fired up for the matchday 26 encounter against Rangers. The Bauchi Elephants will square up with the Flying Antelopes at the Nnamdi Azikiwe, Enugu Stadium on Sunday. DAILY POST recalls that Rangers held Wikki Tourists to a 2-2 draw in the first round fixture in Bauchi. […] NPFL: Wikki Tourists ready for Rangers clash – Mairiga

Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes could be revived as FIFA prepares to rule on the Super Eagles’ petition against DR Congo for fielding multiple ineligible players.

Abubakar Bukola Saraki, ABS, have strengthened their squad with two new players, DAILY POST reports. The new arrivals are Hassan Ibitoye and Adebayo Azeez. The duo joined the Ilorin-based side from Crown FC. Meanwhile, ABS FC have confirmed the departure of Sa’ad Jamiu and Hannafi Babatunde. Jamiu and Babatunde joined Isreali club Hapoel Beit Shean […] NNL: Ibitoye, Azeez leave Crown FC for ABS FC

The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) implementation office in Bauchi State on Saturday distributed 40 additional tractors, 100 motorcycles and The post 2026 Farming Season: ACReSAL distributes 40 tractors, others to Bauchi LGAs appeared first on Tribune Online.

Omokri who referenced el-Rufai’s comments, wrote: “By his own admission on live television, an argument can be made that Nasir el-Rufai is Nigeria's version of Jeffrey Epstein, as seen in the famous #Epsteinfiles.”

Pakuru, as they were determined against you, so they are against me—and against all of us. But they have grown more rabid, more brazen, and entirely rogue. As you know, they beat us, falsely accused us, wrongfully imprisoned us, vilified and demonized us. The post A MEMO to Morgan Tsvangirai: Full text of tribute from Nelson Chamisa appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

Supercomputer predicts Arsenal's path to the Premier League title after a 1-1 draw with Brentford, tightening the race as Manchester City gains ground.

Kwara United have received injury boost ahead of their matchday 26 fixture against Kano Pillars. The Harmony Boys will welcome the trio of Adeshina Gata, Shola Abdulraheem, and Ini Emmanuel back from injury. The return of the trio is a timely boost for Ashifat Suleiman’s side push for consistency in the league. Kwara United have […] NPFL: Kwara United get trio boost for Kano Pillars tie

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have released a video showing a large group of women and children allegedly abducted from Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, claiming that 176 persons are in captivity and accusing the Nigerian government of misrepresenting the figure. The one-minute, 17-second video, published by Sahara Reporters, shows dozens of female captives and […] Insurgents claim 176 abducted in Kwara, release video

New claims about Davido and Sophia Momodu's ages surface as he withdraws his custody case. Verified records clarify Imade's birth revealed a five-year age gap.

Four people have been burnt beyond recognition following a fuel tanker explosion on the Nsawam-Accra highway in the early hours of Saturday, February 14, 2026. Several others are in critical condition at the Nsawam Government Hospital, while some victims have been referred to medical facilities in Accra and Koforidua for advanced treatment, according to the rescue team on the ground.

Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, the world's top two players, have both pulled out of next week's WTA 1000 event in Dubai, tournament organisers announced. The post Sabalenka, Swiatek withdraw from WTA 1000 event in Dubai appeared first on Vanguard News.

There is fresh drama in the coalition as the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the ADC took an opposition position on the INEC 2027 election timetable.

A female member of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, MFM, has been killed in a lone-vehicle accident at the NYSC Bus-Stop, inward Igando, Lagos, after she was struck by a Mercedes-Benz car whose driver reportedly fled the scene. The tragic incident, which occurred in the Igando area of Lagos State, was confirmed in […] Female MFM member knocked down, killed by careless driver in Igando lone accident

Nigerian-American playwright, poet and producer, Cash Onadele, popularly known as Aiye-ko-ooto, has said his latest play, Tell Us, O Wise One, will help promote a healthier planet and increase awareness…

The Judicial arms of government in Borno state has pledged complete commitment to partner with the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), operating under the The post Borno Judiciary pledges continued support to tackle insecurity appeared first on Tribune Online.

Former National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has asked the Nigeria Security apparatus to as a matter of urgency commence full scale interrogation of former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, over the sudden disappearances of critic Abubakar Isa, also know as Dadiyata Ganduje, who firmly rejected the allegations […] Dadiyata’s disappearance: Investiage El-Rufai now – Ganduje tells security operatives 

Kyiv and its Western allies have accused Moscow of deliberately freezing Ukraine's population with the energy grid strikes. The post Russian President Putin is slave to war – Zelensky appeared first on Vanguard News.

At least 300 people protested outside Ireland’s Department of Justice over plans to deport the Oyekanmi family from their south Dublin community to South Africa later this week. The post Hundreds protest over deportation of Nigerian family in Dublin appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mr El-Rufai's lawyers say he “remains fully committed to cooperating with any lawful investigation and has never, at any time, sought to evade legitimate inquiry.” The post El-Rufai to honour ICPC invitation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“Drug abuse is increasingly destroying lives, fuelling crime and insecurity, causing mental illness and physical and psychological dependence, straining relationships and undermining community development,” she said.

Kabanci is a traditional water skill practiced for centuries by the people of the old Kabi Kingdom. The post PHOTOS: Argungu Festival Shines With Spectacular Kabanci Water Display appeared first on Channels Television.

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 42-year-old man in connection with the robbery and murder of a police officer at Zebilla in the Upper East Region on February 8, 2026. The suspect, Simon Apusiga, alias Ananga, was apprehended on February 10, 2026, following an intelligence-led operation at his hideout in the Tarkwa Huni Valley area. A special team deployed by the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, tracked down and arrested the suspect after he had fled the crime scene.

Homeowners in the Amikanle area of Surulere, near the Command zone in Alimosho Local Government, are reeling after suspected landgrabbers, known locally as Omo Onile, demolished several properties and demanded…