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Fire Guts Old Terminal at Murtala Muhammed International Airport

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

A massive fire outbreak has engulfed the old terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Sources close to the airport disclosed that the fire started around 3:30 p.m. on Monday. However, the cause of the inferno had not been determined as of the time of filing this report. The affected terminal, which is […]

Funke Akindele Explains Why She’s Still Promoting ₦2.6bn Film Behind The Scenes

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has explained why she continues to promote her blockbuster film Behind The Scenes despite its record-breaking box office performance. The film has grossed over ₦2.6 billion, making it the first Nollywood production to surpass the ₦2 billion mark at the Nigerian box office. In a video shared on Snapchat on Monday, Akindele responded […]

Simi Responds to Backlash Over Resurfaced 2012 Tweets

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has addressed criticism over resurfaced tweets from 2012, saying her old posts are being misinterpreted and do not reflect any wrongdoing. The backlash followed her recent comments on sexual assault, where she stated that almost every woman she knows has experienced sexual assault at some point in […]

Wike Commissions 54 Construction Equipment for Edo LGAs, Hails Gov. Okpebholo’s Grassroots Economic Vision

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), His Excellency Nyesom Wike, has commissioned 54 construction equipment procured by the Edo State Government for the 18 Local Government Councils, describing the initiative as a major boost to grassroots economic development. Commissioning the equipment, Wike praised the governor’s commitment to rural development and economic empowerment at […]

Edo State Student Freed After N2 Million Ransom Paid in Akoko-Edo Kidnapping

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

A secondary school student, Tope Oriloye, abducted earlier this month in Makeke Community, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, has been safely released following the payment of a N2 million ransom. Oriloye was kidnapped alongside Samuel Ilesanmi on February 8, 2026, at the community health centre, where Ilesanmi had brought his son for medical attention. Bode Ekundayo, […]

Federal Government of Nigeria Raises Alarm Over Misuse of Veterinary Medicines

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has expressed concern over the widespread misuse and circulation of substandard veterinary medicines in Nigeria, warning that the trend poses serious risks to livestock production and public health. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, raised the alarm during a stakeholders’ engagement held on Friday in Abuja. Maiha stressed that the sustainability of […]

Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star, Dies at 53 After ALS Battle

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

US actor Eric Dane, best known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan in the hit medical drama Grey’s Anatomy, has died at the age of 53. According to reports on Thursday, Dane passed away following a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative neurological condition also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. He publicly disclosed his […]

Federal High Court Adjourns Trial of Abubakar Malami, Son to February 27

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the trial of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, until February 27. The case, instituted by the Department of State Services (DSS), was adjourned on Friday by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik following a public holiday declared by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, ahead […]