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Feb

2026

Bandits Kidnap Catholic Priest, 10 Others, Kill 3 In Fresh Kaduna Attack

Bandits Kidnap Catholic Priest, 10 Others, Kill Three In Fresh Kaduna Attack Again, terrorists in Kaduna State have abducted a Catholic priest and 10 other residents while killing three persons during an attack on Karku community in Kauru Local Government Area. The Catholic Archdiocese of Kafanchan confirmed the abduction of Reverend Father Nathaniel Asuwaye, Parish Priest of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, who was reportedly taken alongside the other victims in the early hours of Saturday. In a statement, the Diocesan Chancellor, Very Reverend Father Jacob Shanet, expressed deep sorrow over the incident and called for prayers for the victims. “Dear…

Feb

2026

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President Tinubu Present As Bello Matawalle’s 10 Children Wed In Abuja

Humanitarian, Marriage And Love, News Flash

Tinubu Present As Bello Matawalle’s 10 Children Wed In Abuja President Bola Tinubu and Carlos Manuel Vila Nova, President of the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe, were among the dignitaries who attended the wedding of the children of Bello Matawalle, minister of state for defence. Matawalle celebrated the weddings of his ten children, five daughters and five sons, at the National Mosque, Abuja, on Friday. The minister gave away his daughters—Maryam, Safiyya, Farida, Nana Firdausi, and Aisha—while his sons—Ibrahim, Abdul Jalal, Surajo, Bello, and Fahad—also tied the knot. The Islamic ceremony was officiated by Imam Luqman Zakariyah, who…

Feb

2026

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Akpabio Admits, Defends Removal Of ‘Real-Time’ From Electoral Bill

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Akpabio Admits, Defends Removal Of ‘Real-Time’ From Electoral Bill President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Saturday admitted that the Senate deliberately deleted the provision for “real-time” transmission of election results from the Electoral Bill, 2026. Akpabio said the Senate took the decision because it believed that “technology must save and not endanger democracy.” He spoke in Abuja at the unveiling of a book titled “The Burden of Legislators in Nigeria”, authored by Senator Effiong Bob. The Senate President likened the issues raised in the book to the challenges faced by lawmakers in the course of their duties, including the…

Feb

2026

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North-South Alliance: Obi – Kwankwaso Ticket Proposed Ahead Of 2027

News Flash, Politics, Presidency

North–South Alliance: Obi–Kwankwaso Ticket Proposed Ahead Of 2027 Supporters of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), have proposed a joint presidential ticket pairing Peter Obi and Kwankwaso ahead of the 2027 general election. The proposal was announced on Friday in Kano by Abba Sadauki Gwale, who spoke on behalf of several Kwankwaso support groups. He said the idea reflects the desire of their supporters to back a political alliance that can address Nigeria’s growing insecurity and economic hardship. According to Gwale, the Obi–Kwankwaso ticket could run on any political platform, stressing that public…

Feb

2026

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Protest Turns Prayer For Governor Alex Otti As Aba Women Encounters Dr. Arinze Etie (BemsSoft GMD)

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash

The day the protest became a prayer for His Excellency, Alex Otti. The women of Aba were astonished when they encountered Dr. Etie (BemsSoft), the Access Bank Super Agent, during their protest over the revenue payment. The Super Agent, a strong supporter of Alex Otti and a brand ambassador for Access Bank, guided them on a brief journey of civic responsibility, highlighting that revenue is essential for development in the new Abia. The women, who initially arrived feeling disheartened, left filled with joy and offered prayers for His Excellency in appreciation of the good work he is doing. It served…

Feb

2026

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Ohafia Petitions I-G Over Arrests Of Okon-Aku Crisis Witnesses, Calls For Immediate Release

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Ohafia LGA

Ohafia Petitions I-G Over Arrests of Oko-Aku Crisis Withnesses, Calls for Immediate Release The Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU), the apex socio-cultutal and development association for the ancestral clan, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Poiice to probe the arrest of seven persons testifying before a Panel of Inquiry on Okon-Aku Ohafia communal crisis, and order their immediate release, for not having committed an offence. The petition, dated February 6 and signed by the OIU President-General, Prince kalu Ikpemini, was delivered at Force Headquarters, Abuja on Friday, and it received the acknowledgement of the Inspector-General's office, according to a copy shared in…

Feb

2026

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Senate Didn’t Reject Electronic Transmission Of Election Results- Minority Caucus Clarifies

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Senate Didn’t Reject Electronic Transmission Of Election Results – Minority Caucus Clarifies The senate minority caucus says lawmakers retained electronic transmission of election results during the passage of the Electoral Act (Amendment) bill. On Wednesday, the senate retained the provision for electronic transfer of election results as contained in the Electoral Act 2022. During the consideration of the Electoral Act (Amendment) bill, the red chamber also rejected proposals for real-time results transmission and a 10-year ban on vote buyers, opting instead to maintain existing sanctions of fines or jail terms. The clarification follows public criticism after reports claimed lawmakers rejected…

Feb

2026

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‘Very Respected Woman’, Trump Praises Remi Tinubu At US Prayer Breakfast

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Religion

‘Very Respected Woman’, Trump Praises Remi Tinubu At US Prayer Breakfast U.S. President Donald Trump has praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing her as a “very respected woman” during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C on Thursday. Trump made the remarks while addressing participants at the faith-based gathering, which was attended by political and civic leaders from across the world. His comments highlighted Mrs Tinubu’s influence and stature, drawing applause from the audience. In his address, Trump recognised the Nigerian First Lady’s role as a pastor in one of Nigeria’s largest churches and referenced her pastoral background.…

Feb

2026

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APC Afraid Of Free, Fair Election- ADC Knocks Senate For Rejecting Electronic Transmission

News Flash, Politics

APC Afraid Of Free, Fair Election – ADC Knocks Senate For Rejecting Electronic Transmission The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has accused the APC-led Senate of being afraid of free and fair elections after rejecting key electoral reforms meant to strengthen transparency and integrity in Nigeria’s voting process. This was contained in a statement signed and released by the National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, Bolaji Abdulahi on Wednesday. The party criticized the Senate’s rejection of electronic transmission of election results, saying it signals yet another effort by the APC to manipulate future elections. Other rejected reforms included the electronic download…

Feb

2026

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Nnamdi Kanu Appeals Conviction, Faults Terrorism Trial

Judiciary, News Flash

Nnamdi Kanu Appeals Conviction, Faults Terr0rism Trial The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a notice of appeal challenging his conviction and multiple sentences imposed by the Federal High Court in Abuja, insisting that the trial was riddled with fundamental legal errors and amounted to a miscarriage of justice. In the notice of appeal dated February 4, 2026, Kanu said he was appealing against his conviction and sentences on seven counts, including terrorism-related offences, for which he received five life sentences and additional prison terms after being found guilty on November 20, 2025. “I,…