February 24
Nigeria: Inspector General of Police Egbetokun Resigns at Tinubu's Request
Mr Egbetokun was appointed by President Tinubu as the 22nd IGP on 19 June 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Digital Payments Driving Nigeria's Nightlife - Moniepoint
The study analysed transactions from more than 27,000 bars, clubs and lounges on Moniepoint's payment network. Read more »
Nigeria: How Fraudster Posing As BDC Operator Defrauded Nigerians of N369.3 Million - EFCC
The EFCC said the suspect was arrested by its operatives from the Enugu Zonal Directorate in response to petitions from two Nigerian victims. Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Demands Recruitment of More Judges for Public Complaints Commission
The committee noted that although the commission currently has eight judges, the number is insufficient to handle the high volume of cases it receives annually. Read more »
Nigeria: Governors, APC Leaders Pledge to Advance Tinubu's 'Renewed Hope Agenda'
VP Shettima also tasked the Renewed Hope Ambassadors on wider outreach, saying they must "move beyond conference centres to the wards, markets, and campuses, across the country." Read more »
Nigeria: Nollywood Actor Okemesi Is Dead
Okemesi fell into a coma following complications from medication administered during a recent hospital stay. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Warns Oil Prices, Pre-Election Spending Could Threaten Stability
"Gross external reserves rose significantly to $50.45 billion as of February 16, 2026, the highest in 13 years. This provides an import cover of 9.68 months for goods and… Read more »
Nigeria: Presidency Confirms Egbetokun's Exit, Disu's Appointment As Nigeria's Police Chief
President Tinubu received Mr Egbetokun's resignation earlier today. Read more »
Nigeria: Abia Achieves 96% Measles-Rubella Vaccination Coverage
Mr Uche added that achieving 96 per cent coverage meant Abia had exceeded the required threshold, significantly lowering the risk of measles or rubella outbreaks statewide Read more »
Nigeria: El-Rufai Asks Court to Quash Phone Interception Charges, Seeks N2bn Compensation
Mr El-Rufai filed the application to quash the charges ahead of his arraignment for the alleged phone interception allegations schedule for Wednesday. Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Congress Report Restates Claim of Persecution of Nigerian Christians
The report was presented by the House Committees on Appropriations and Foreign Affairs at the White House on Monday. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Assembly Hopeful Challenges APC's Housing Record, Proposes Rent Caps, Supply Reforms
He also outlined a legislative agenda focused on easing the cost-of-living burden Read more »
Nigeria: Smoking, Alcohol Raise Women's Risk of Hpv Infection, Cervical Cancer - Nimr
The researchers, citing a study conducted at the institute and titled Human Papillomavirus Molecular Detection and Genotyping Studies said their findings show a strong link between… Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Senator Lists Role in Resource Control Struggle, Warns Against Akwa Ibom Losing Oil Wells
Mr Akpanudoedehe revisited the 76 oil wells controversy, accusing a federal committee of compromise, warning Governor Eno against losing the wells. Read more »
Nigeria: London Property Saga - Govt Withdraws Charges Against Senior Lawyer Ozekhome
The DPPF gave reasons for the decision to withdraw the charges filed against Mr Ozekhome regarding the controversies over London property linked to the late Jeremiah Useni, a… Read more »
Nigeria: Keyamo Speaks On Lagos Airport Terminal Fire Incident
The minister commended FAAN personnel and other first responders for what he described as the swift activation of established emergency procedures. Read more »
Nigeria: 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… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate, Reps Postpone Plenary
The lawmakers, who were expected to reconvene today, postponed plenary sessions to allow committees, MDAs conclude 2026 budget defence. Read more »
Nigeria: El-Rufai's Aide Gives Update On Former Governor's Detention
An aide to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has provided a detailed update on the politician's continued detention, eight days after he voluntarily honoured an… Read more »
Nigeria: Five Terrorists Killed in Failed Ambush of Nigerian Army General - Official
The incident occurred when the commander's convoy was en route to visit frontline troops deployed in the state. Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigeria Fits Into Gates Foundation's Final 20-Year Global Health Push
If the Gates Foundation's final 20-year push is about reducing maternal and child mortality, eradicating malaria, ..., Nigeria sits at the centre of that agenda. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Main International Airport Reopens After Fire Outbreak
Three international flights were diverted due to the fire incident. Read more »
Nigeria: Exclusive - the Two Persons Accused of Bankrolling Alleged Coup Plot to Overthrow Tinubu
Last month, the Defence Headquarters announced that investigations into the alleged coup had been completed. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Banks Raise N4.05 Trillion Ahead of Capitalisation Deadline
The CBN governor noted that the development is a result of increased confidence of investors in the Nigerian banking sector Read more »
Nigeria: London Property Saga - AGF Refiles Amended Forgery, Impersonation Charges Against Ozekhome, Co-Suspect
The refiled amended forgery and impersonation charges considerably altered the case initially filed by the ICPC against Mr Ozekhome in the fallout of an ownership battle over a… Read more »
