February 17, 2026

Tom Chiahemen

Alleged ₦10b Kogi fraud:  EFCC never threatened Ali Bello, co-defendant with electric chair – Witness  EFCC

Alleged ₦10b Kogi fraud:  EFCC never threatened Ali Bello, co-defendant with electric chair – Witness 

Tom Chiahemen February 17, 2026
The Second Prosecution Witness, PW2, Yazid Bawa, in the trial-within-trial arising from the prosecution of Ali Bello, nephew of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello and Dauda Sulaiman on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, told the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, presided over by Justice James Omotosho that contrary...
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Tinubu mourns Jesse Jackson at 84, hails civil rights icon’s legacy in America and Africa Civil Rights icon, Reverend Jesse Jackson

Tinubu mourns Jesse Jackson at 84, hails civil rights icon’s legacy in America and Africa

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja February 17, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined world leaders and citizens of the United States of America in mourning the death of legendary civil rights activist and Baptist preacher, Jesse Jackson, who passed away at the age of 84. In a statement released by the Presidency on Tuesday, Tinubu described...
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‘How all defendants were paid, mobilized and moved weapons for Owo Church attack,’ 9th DSS’ witness tells court Federal High Court

‘How all defendants were paid, mobilized and moved weapons for Owo Church attack,’ 9th DSS’ witness tells court

Tom Chiahemen February 17, 2026
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday heard from an officer of the Department of State Services (DSS), how terrorists were funded, armed and mobilized to attack St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, on June 5, 2022. No fewer than 40 people were killed as...
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Tinubu orders free NIN registration nationwide as Borno begins exercise in Maiduguri Tinubu orders free NIN registration in Borno

Tinubu orders free NIN registration nationwide as Borno begins exercise in Maiduguri

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri February 17, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to commence a nationwide free registration of National Identification Numbers (NIN) for all Nigerians from birth. In Borno State, the exercise officially began at the Mafini area of Maiduguri, where children, adults, men, women and persons with...
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TETFund appoints Maiyaki to lead national drive for modern multipurpose labs in tertiary institutions TETFUND appoints Maiyaki to lead national drive

TETFund appoints Maiyaki to lead national drive for modern multipurpose labs in tertiary institutions

By JOHN ONAH, Abuja February 17, 2026
Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has inaugurated a seven-man Advisory Committee to drive the establishment and effective utilisation of multipurpose laboratories in tertiary institutions across the six geopolitical zones of the country. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Arch. Sonny Echono, inaugurated the committee in Abuja on Tuesday. The committee...
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Why my commitment to young Nigerians has never changed, By DANIEL KANU Daniel Kanu2

Why my commitment to young Nigerians has never changed, By DANIEL KANU

DANIEL KANU February 17, 2026
Nigeria’s youth problem is often described too narrowly. It is usually framed as unemployment, restiveness, or a lack of opportunity. In truth, it is far deeper and far more perilous than that. Nigeria’s youth problem is a long-standing failure, by the state and by society, to productively integrate young...
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ICPC arraigns Ministry of Works director over alleged money laundering Court

ICPC arraigns Ministry of Works director over alleged money laundering

By JOY ADARA, Abuja February 17, 2026
Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a Director from the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing on charges of money laundering and corruption. Mrs. Adiobome Blessing Lere-Adams appeared before Honourable Justice M.S. Liman at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, 16th February...
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NDPC investigates Temu for alleged violation of Data Protection Act NDPC

NDPC investigates Temu for alleged violation of Data Protection Act

By JOY ADARA, Abuja February 17, 2026
National Commissioner/CEO, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji has ordered an immediate investigation of the data processing activities of Temu which may be in violation of the NDP Act. Dr. Olatunki gave the order in a statement issued by the Head, Legal, Enforcement & Regulations, NDPC, Babatunde...
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Rowdy Reps session as lawmakers clash over ‘real-time’ results clause in Electoral Act amendment House of Representatives

Rowdy Reps session as lawmakers clash over ‘real-time’ results clause in Electoral Act amendment

Tom Chiahemen February 17, 2026
House of Representatives of Nigeria was thrown into disorder on Tuesday following disagreements over a motion seeking to reverse the passage of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, which provides for real-time electronic transmission of election results. The heated session reflected deep divisions among lawmakers on how elections should be...
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Tinubu unveils Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, demands speedy implementation Vice President Kashim Shettima @officialSKSM is seated at the Nigeria Industrial Policy National Launch Campaign, holding at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT International Conference Centre. Photo credit: State House Abuja

Tinubu unveils Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, demands speedy implementation

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja February 17, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday, unveiled Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025 with a charge to relevant ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) of government to ensure speedy implementation. According to him, the policy, which is a roadmap for re-engineering Nigeria’s industrial base, unlocking value across sectors, and placing production, competitiveness,...
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Alleged ₦10bn Kogi fraud: Witness links fund transfers to Ali Bello, co-defendant Ali Bello and Dauda Suleiman standing trial for money laundering to the tune of N10bn.

Alleged ₦10bn Kogi fraud: Witness links fund transfers to Ali Bello, co-defendant

By JOY ADARA, Abuja February 17, 2026
Trial of Ali Bello, Chief of Staff to the governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja continued on Monday, February 16, 2026, with the 17th Prosecution Witness, PW17, Ahmed Audu Abubakar, linking Bello with funds from Kogi State...
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Chelle targets foreign-born players to boost Super Eagles squad Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle

Chelle targets foreign-born players to boost Super Eagles squad

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN February 17, 2026
Head coach of the Nigeria national football team, Eric Chelle, has reaffirmed his readiness to scout and integrate players born outside the country as part of efforts to strengthen the Super Eagles. Speaking through the Super Eagles Supporters Club on X, Chelle revealed that several foreign-born players with Nigerian...
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Groups warn against calls to sack INEC Chairman, urge calm ahead of 2027 elections Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN

Groups warn against calls to sack INEC Chairman, urge calm ahead of 2027 elections

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja February 17, 2026
Nigeria Islamic Society (NIS) and the Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association in Nigeria (BAVCCA) have cautioned against growing calls for the removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, describing such demands as premature and capable of fueling unnecessary tension. In a...
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Zulum flags off Ramadan palliative for 300,000 households in Borno’s 27 LGAs Zulum flags off Ramadan palliative for 300,000 households in Borno’s 27 LGAs

Zulum flags off Ramadan palliative for 300,000 households in Borno’s 27 LGAs

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri February 17, 2026
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has launched the distribution of Ramadan palliatives to 300,000 households across all 27 local government areas of the state.  The intervention is designed to cushion the economic burden on vulnerable residents during the holy month of Ramadan. Each beneficiary will receive one...
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Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup fate in balance as FIFA delays verdict on DR Congo dispute Super Eagles of Nigeria

Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup fate in balance as FIFA delays verdict on DR Congo dispute

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja February 17, 2026
Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup remain uncertain as the global football body continues to withhold its ruling on the eligibility case involving the DR Congo national football team. Weeks after the conclusion of the African play-offs, football fans across the country are still waiting for clarity...
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Ihejirika @70: Tinubu, service chiefs, others pay glowing tributes in Umuahia Ihejirika @70 Tinubu, service chiefs, others pay glowing tributes

Ihejirika @70: Tinubu, service chiefs, others pay glowing tributes in Umuahia

BARBARA KALU, Umuahia February 17, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Azubuike Ihejirika (Rtd), CFR, as a courageous patriot and consummate professional who served Nigeria with distinction during one of its most turbulent security periods. The President made the remarks at a grand ceremony marking the 70th...
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FCT election: ADC slams Wike over “war” threat, says Nigerians will decide FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike

FCT election: ADC slams Wike over “war” threat, says Nigerians will decide

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja February 17, 2026
African Democratic Congress (ADC), has strongly condemned remarks by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, describing his declaration of “war” against anti-Tinubu candidates as reckless and inflammatory. In a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, the party warned that such rhetoric...
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In Adamawa, President Tinubu assures of more prosperity, commends Governor Fintiri, Nuhu Ribadu In Adamawa, President Tinubu assures of more prosperity, commends Governor Fintiri, Nuhu Ribadu

In Adamawa, President Tinubu assures of more prosperity, commends Governor Fintiri, Nuhu Ribadu

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja February 17, 2026
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday in Yola, Adamawa State, said his administration will sustain the ongoing economic reforms for the benefit of Nigerians, with a greater focus on the inclusion of citizens and their empowerment to achieve more prosperity. The President, who was on a one-day official visit to...
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Sokoto ADC rejects Maigwandu, Muhammad-led committee ADC

Sokoto ADC rejects Maigwandu, Muhammad-led committee

By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto February 17, 2026
Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the appointments of Abdullahi Maigwandu and Aliyu Muhammad Rabah as Chairman and Secretary of the Mobilisation, Membership Mobilisation, Revalidation and Registration Committee. Addressing newsmen on Monday in Sokoto, the ADC Chairman in the state, Hon. Umar Faruk, and...
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