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FG Renews Push for State Police, Urges NASS to Fast-Track Constitutional Amendment

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has renewed its call for the establishment of state police, urging the National Assembly to expedite constitutional amendments that would provide the legal framework for its implementation. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the appeal on Thursday in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC), led by […]

Independent National Electoral Commission Reschedules 2027 Presidential, NASS Polls to January

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rescheduled the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections to Saturday, January 16, 2027, following the enactment of the Electoral Act, 2026. The Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections have also been moved to Saturday, February 6, 2027. In a statement issued on Thursday by National Commissioner and Chairman of […]

Ogun Court Adjourns Case of Driver in Anthony Joshua Road Crash to March 2026

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Ogun Magistrate Court 1 in Sagamu, presided over by Magistrate Olufumilayo Somefun, has adjourned the trial of Adeniyi Mobolaji, the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua’s road accident, to March 17, 2026. This marks the second adjournment of the case to allow the Director of Public Prosecutions, who […]

Coroner Adjourns Inquest into Death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Son to April 2026

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Coroner sitting at the Yaba Magistrate Court has adjourned until April 14, 2026, the commencement of the inquest into the death of 21-month-old Nkanu, son of renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr. Ivara Esege. Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji fixed the date on Wednesday when the matter came up before the court. At the proceedings, Senior […]

Tiwa Savage Launches Music Foundation to Empower Emerging African Creatives

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Global Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has unveiled the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, a non-profit organisation aimed at providing music education and industry access to aspiring artists across Africa. The award-winning singer announced the initiative on her Instagram page, describing it as a platform dedicated to empowering emerging African creatives through access, mentorship and world-class music education. According […]

Democratic Republic of the Congo Forces Launch Drone Strike on M23 in Mineral-Rich East

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Government forces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have launched a fresh offensive against the M23 armed group in the country’s eastern region, deploying drones to strike a strategic mining site under rebel control. Security sources said on Wednesday that intense fighting was reported around the mining town of Rubaya, where M23 fighters were targeted in a drone […]

Team Edo Dominates at Niger Delta Games with 50 Gold Medals

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Team Edo State has continued its dominant run at the ongoing second edition of the Niger Delta Games, amassing an impressive 50 gold, 30 silver and 22 bronze medals. The team’s remarkable medal haul cuts across multiple sporting events, with athletes pushing their limits to solidify Edo’s commanding position at the top of the medal table. […]

Federal Civil Servants Issue Ultimatum Over Unpaid Wage Awards

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Organised labour in the federal public service has given the Federal Government a deadline to release funds for the payment of three months’ outstanding wage awards and other pending allowances owed to workers across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). The leadership of the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (Trade Union Side) conveyed the ultimatum in a […]