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Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on Tuesday spent the second night in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, as his lawyer, A.U Mustapha (SAN), pushes for his release on bail. There are, however, indications that the commission may seek a remand order to extend his stay in custody to enable him to respond to questions posed by investigators handling his matter. The former governor arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Monday around 10 a.m. for questioning in connection with an alleged N432bn corruption probe. He was, however, detained at the commission, where investigators continued…

Governor Ademola Adeleke today spoke extensively on the shenanigans of opposition elements on the forthcoming Osun governorship elections, charging voters to resist election riggers and protect their votes at all cost. Addressing mammoth crowd of cooperative members who endorsed him for re-election at the Freedom Park, Osogbo today, the Governor berated the Osun chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for its anti-people record while in and out of power, urging the people to mobilise for voting and stand by their votes to ward off electoral bandits. “When they were in power, they misruled and misgoverned. We came in and…

The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentence of one Janet Theophilus Danjuma before Justice S. M. Shuaibu of the Federal High Court sitting in Kano for investment fraud to the tune of N22,350,000 (Twenty-Two Million, Three Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira). The defendant was arraigned on Monday, February 16, 2026, on a one-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretense. Count one of the charge reads: “That you Janet Theophilus Danjuma being a staff of Taj Bank Limited, Nai’bawa Branch Kano, sometimes in October, 2024 in Kano, within…

The Senate has begun a probe into the devastating fire at the Singer Market in Kano, one of the largest commercial hubs in Northern Nigeria, where goods and property valued at over Five Billion Naira (N5 Billion) were destroyed and more than 1,000 businesses were affected. Consequently, the Senate has mandated its Committees on Interior and Special Duties to conduct an on-the-spot assessment and investigate the immediate and remote cause(s) of the fire outbreak, and report back within four (4) weeks to the Senate. The Upper Chamber has directed the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, to assess the extent of…

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has renamed the Benue Printing and Publishing Corporation after the late veteran journalist, Dan Agbese, in honour of his contributions to journalism and public discourse. The governor disclosed this on his official Facebook page on Tuesday, describing Agbese as one of Nigeria’s most respected journalists whose legacy deserved lasting recognition. “Last weekend, we laid to rest one of Nigeria’s most respected journalists, Chief Dan Agbese, whose courage, intellect, and lifelong dedication to truth left an enduring mark on our nation. “In honour of his remarkable legacy and immense contributions to journalism and public discourse, I…

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is currently facing multiple investigations and legal challenges involving anti-graft and security agencies, with fresh developments emerging from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the federal government. As at the time of filing this report, EFCC sources confirmed that the former governor remains with the commission in Abuja. His media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, posted on X (formerly Twitter) that El-Rufai honoured the commission’s invitation and has been cooperating with investigators. UPDATE: Malam Nasir @elrufai today honored the invitation extended to him by the EFCC. He had…

Senator Adams Oshiomhole has questioned the necessity of a dedicated hospital for the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, describing the plan as a diversion from the commission’s primary responsibilities. Speaking during a recent session, Oshiomhole asked, “Do you have an INEC special disease?” He challenged the idea of INEC running its own medical facility in Abuja, pointing out that the commission already has offices in all 36 states. He argued that it would be impractical for staff in places such as Benin or Lagos to travel to the capital for medical treatment. According to Oshiomhole, INEC’s focus should remain on…

Nigerian travellers to the United Kingdom (UK) will begin using digital visas from February 25, 2026, as British authorities phase out physical visa stickers. In a statement on Monday, the British high commission (BHC) noted that the e-visas will replace the traditional stickers previously issued in Nigerian passports. This means travellers will access their visa electronically through their UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account, marking a significant step in modernising the UK’s visa process,” the statement reads. The BHC, however, noted that visa application requirements remain unchanged. Travellers will still apply as usual, attend a visa application centre to provide…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Administration has signed a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Surbaban Broadband to redevelop Jabi Lake Waterfront into an internationally acclaimed mixed-use luxury destination. FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, said during the signing ceremony in Abuja, that the development would position Abuja as a premier global destination akin to Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah. Wike urged the Surbaban Broadband team to adhere strictly to the terms of the MoU, ensuring transparency, sustainability, and excellence in execution. This ambitious initiative is projected to generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs, stimulate economic growth, and elevate Abuja’s waterfront to…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the concept of a circular economy is inspiring the state to adopt innovative approaches that enable it to reclaim value where it is currently wasted. Speaking at the 2026 Nigeria Circular Economy Week, with the theme, “Turning Challenges into Markets,” held in Lagos, he said the goal is to ensure that the systems being built outlive the present administration. Represented by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, Sanwo-Olu said the circular economy framework has helped Lagos create systems that keep materials in circulation and build markets that turn environmental…