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The Action Democratic Party (ADP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to review the 2027 general election timetable to avoid clashing with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

The chairman of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has called for an end to the “extermination” of the Palestinian people, saying their suffering must stop as Africa faces conflicts across the world.

Nigerian football fans are waiting anxiously as FIFA prepares to make a crucial ruling on Monday, 16th February, over a petition filed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) challenging the eligibility of players fielded by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) in the 2026 World Cup African play-off final.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, on Friday, was presented with the 2025 New Telegraph Outstanding Governor of the Year award for projects.

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced plans to transition fully to paperless operations by the second quarter of 2026, setting an ambitious 48-hour cargo clearance window as part of sweeping trade facilitation reforms.

At least six people have died and 28 others have tested positive for Lassa fever in Edo State, health authorities have confirmed, sparking the activation of emergency public health measures across the state.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is consulting widely and may seek legislative intervention following concerns that the scheduled dates for the 2027 general elections clash with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

The Nigeria Police Force, Zone 2 Command, has arrested a suspect over an alleged large-scale engine oil adulteration racket and recovered 280 gallons of counterfeit products distributed across several states.

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Adeogoke M. Fayoade, has urged residents to provide timely information to security agencies, assuring that the police remain committed to protecting lives and property and strengthening public trust.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned an alleged attempt by security operatives to arrest former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board and the National Examinations Council have set up a joint technical committee to harmonize their operations and strengthen Nigeria’s public examination system.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the official timetable for Nigeria’s 2027 General Election.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken a firm stance on the use of unaccredited cheque printers, warning banks that violations could attract fines of up to ₦10 million per offence and the withdrawal of affected cheques from circulation.

As UNESCO spotlights “Radio and Artificial Intelligence” for World Radio Day, this piece reflects on the evolution of radio in Nigeria and its enduring national impact. 

Nigerians have been urged to brace for a temporary reduction in gas supply from February 12 to 15, 2026, as Seplat Energy Plc, a Joint Venture partner of NNPC Ltd and a major gas supplier to the national grid, carries out scheduled maintenance on key gas production facilities.

The federal government says it is adopting future-ready national policies to address Nigeria’s growing economic hardship, insecurity, social unrest, education challenges, and climate-related disasters, as part of efforts to build a better future for future generations.

Residents of more than 33 communities along the Minjibir to Ungogo road in Kano State have raised fresh concerns over the worsening condition of the road, which erosion has turned into a major safety risk and a serious threat to livelihoods.

Former Norwegian prime minister and high-level international official Thorbjørn Jagland has been charged with gross corruption following a widening investigation linked to the late American financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Nigerian international Ademola Lookman scored his second goal for Atlético Madrid as the La Liga side delivered a ruthless 4–0 defeat to FC Barcelona in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has asked the National Assembly to approve ₦873.78 billion to fund Nigeria’s 2027 general election, marking a sharp rise from the amount released for the 2023 polls.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has dissolved the State Executive Council and relieved all commissioners and special advisers of their appointments with immediate effect, in a dramatic reshuffle of the state’s executive arm.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on Thursday alleged that security operatives attempted to arrest him at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, shortly after his arrival from Cairo, Egypt.

The 81 Division Nigerian Army on Thursday concluded its Inter-Command Secondary Schools Sports Competition 2026 with a closing ceremony at the Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai Sports Complex, TA Lagbaja Cantonment, Ikeja.

Governor Dauda Lawal has been named Governor of the Year by LEADERSHIP Newspaper, a recognition of his administration’s strides in governance and development.

Nigerian youth are increasingly exposed to e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches, and other emerging tobacco products, experts warned on Thursday at the launch of the report "The New Smoke Trap".

A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives is seeking closer cooperation with Nigeria to address alleged links between illegal mining operations tied to Chinese interests and militia funding.

Workers in Nigeria’s food and beverage sector staged fresh protests against the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday.

A Federal High Court judge in Abuja on Thursday recused himself from hearing two high-profile cases filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission against former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami, SAN, saying he could no longer continue because of “personal reasons.”

Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have sparked global outrage after some seats were listed for as high as $143,750 on FIFA’s official resale platform — more than 41 times the original ticket price.

Lagos-based rights activist Hassan Soweto has begun weeks of spine therapy after doctors found serious injury following what he calls a brutal police assault during a protest last month.

Edo State is finishing preparations to host the second Niger Delta Games, with organisers and the Niger Delta Development Commission saying facilities and athlete camps are ready for a week of competition from 20th – 27th February, 2026.

A man has died and his wife is in critical condition after a granite laden truck toppled onto their car on the Lekki Ajah Expressway.

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has strongly rejected claims that Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is referenced in a proposed US bill on religious freedom in Nigeria.

Aso Rock is preparing to go off the national electricity grid. The State House says the Presidential Villa will switch fully to solar power by March 2026, once ongoing testing is completed.

Reno Omokri has weighed into the heated debate over Nigeria’s electoral reforms, insisting the Senate did not reject electronic transmission of results.

The Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative, also known as Partners West Africa Nigeria (PWAN), has warned Nigerians against involving the police in debt recovery, saying, “The Police Act 2020 does not empower the police to act as debt recovery agents.”

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) will kick off ward-level registration for the National Identification Number (NIN) across Nigeria on Monday, February 16.

The Minister of Works told lawmakers on Wednesday that the ministry’s 2026 capital plan focuses on finishing major roads and four “legacy” projects started by the presidency.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismissed claims that the Federal Government ordered it to halt enforcement of regulations on sachet alcohol and 200ml PET bottle alcoholic products.

A group of U.S. Republican lawmakers has proposed a bill that lists former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Fulani groups including the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria among individuals and organisations of concern over alleged terrorism-linked violence and religious freedom violations in Nigeria.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued and repatriated 23 Nigerian youths trafficked to Thailand for cyber-enabled criminal activities, raising concerns over a growing trend of trafficking to Southeast Asia.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has been linked with the vacant managerial position at French Ligue 1 club Olympique de Marseille.

Tropical Cyclone Gezani slammed into Madagascar’s east coast on Tuesday, killing at least nine people and injuring 19 others as it destroyed homes and knocked out power across the Indian Ocean island nation, authorities said.

Civil society groups and opposition parties are criticizing the Nigerian Senate’s latest amendment to the Electoral Act, warning that it could weaken transparency in future elections.

The United States plans to send about 200 troops to Nigeria to train the country’s military in combating Islamist militants, a U.S. official said Tuesday, weeks after President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on what he called Islamic State targets.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is unhappy with the direction Nigeria’s election result transmission is taking.

A U.S. congressman, Riley Moore, says he has introduced a new bill aimed at addressing what he calls rising religious violence in Nigeria.

Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party, has criticized the Senate’s revised stance on electronic transmission of election results, saying the move could weaken safeguards meant to protect the integrity of elections.

Senator Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa West has expressed disappointment over the Senate’s initial refusal to approve a clause mandating electronic transmission of election results from polling units, saying he shares the frustration many Nigerians felt over the decision.

Several Nigerian civil society organizations are raising fresh concerns about the Senate’s revised Clause 60(3) of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, warning that parts of the new provision could weaken safeguards meant to protect election transparency.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Nigerian Army, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has arrived in Liberia to participate in the country’s 69th Armed Forces Day celebration, scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2026.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde held a closed-door meeting with former Military President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd.) on Monday at his Minna residence.

The Action Democratic Party (ADP) has criticized the Nigerian Senate’s recent amendment permitting electronic transmission of election results while retaining manual Form EC8A as the default fallback in cases of network failure.

Mr. Tunji Disu has officially assumed duty as the new Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Lagos Annex, Alagbon.

The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday amended the Electoral Act to allow electronic transmission of election results, while retaining manual submission as a fallback for technical failures.

Leader of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum and Afenifere, Oba Oladipo Olaitan has called on the National Assembly to adopt mandatory electronic transmission of election results, citing safety and transparency concerns.

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai said on Monday he was never friends with President Bola Tinubu and that his support for Tinubu in the 2023 election was based on party politics, not personal loyalty.

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has warned that it may call a fresh nationwide strike if the federal government fails to implement agreed salary adjustments by the end of April.

The Lagos State Government has announced a four-week partial closure of the busy Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway to allow the Federal Ministry of Works to repair damaged sections of the road, officials said.

The #OccupyNASS protest entered its second day on Tuesday, as citizens continued to gather around the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, demanding the inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of results in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.

The Kano State government has announced plans to set up Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) clubs and appoint surveillance focal persons in tertiary institutions to strengthen the fight against infectious diseases in the state.

For residents of Tunga, a densely populated community in Dorayi, within Gwale Local Government Area of Kano State, electricity has become a distant memory.

The Nigerian Senate has assured the public that it is not opposed to peaceful protests and criticism over its handling of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill and has promised to resolve the contentious issue at an emergency plenary sitting scheduled for today.

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced plans to deport an additional 18 Nigerian nationals classified on its “worst-of-the-worst” criminal register.

The Federal Government has declined a proposal by northern governors and traditional leaders to implement a blanket six-month suspension of mining activities across Northern Nigeria.

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled that the Senate acted within its constitutional powers when it suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan over alleged misconduct.

NAFDAC has moved to clear the air after social media claims suggested that the antibiotic Amoxicillin has been banned in Nigeria.

A cyclist has died in a tragic accident under the LASUTH Bridge along Airport Road, Ikeja. LASTMA says a DAF articulated truck crushed the rider while both tried to navigate the roundabout from the Maryland direction.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised Nigerians that his administration will tackle terrorism and banditry head-on, calling the threats “foreign” to the country’s culture.

JAMB is sending a clear message to candidates registering for the 2026 UTME: don’t cut corners.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has opened the second National Economic Council Conference, urging stronger collaboration across all levels of government to drive inclusive growth.

Cambridge University has transferred legal ownership of 116 Benin artefacts to Nigeria, marking a major step in efforts to address the colonial era loss of cultural heritage.

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi, standing in solidarity with the protesters at the National Assembly on Monday, urged calm as Nigerians debate electronic transmission of election results, saying the change is simple and must not block the 2027 polls.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate and leading 2027 hopeful, Peter Obi, on Monday led protesters to the National Assembly in Abuja, demanding the inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing amendment of the Electoral Act.

A protest tagged #OccupyNASS began Monday in Abuja as civil society groups, activists and members of the public demanded clearer election laws and mandatory electronic transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general election.

Comrade Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has petitioned U.S. President Donald Trump, warning of “widespread unrest,” “possible anarchy,” and “political genocide” if alleged plans to manipulate Nigeria’s 2027 elections proceed.

Nigerian media mogul and EbonyLife Group CEO Mo Abudu has denied allegations that a secret group within Nollywood is working with cinema owners to favour some films and block others from screening, saying movie scheduling is driven by business, not personal interests.

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has clarified that not all electricity meters being installed across the country are free, amid public confusion over government metering plans and comments from power officials.

The All Progressives Congress says it has not formally welcomed Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara into the party yet because of “regional sensitivities,” not because he lacks authority or support, the party’s national chairman said Sunday.

Nigeria’s Senate has scheduled an emergency plenary session for Tuesday, 10th February 2026, amid rising public controversy over its recent actions on the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday hosted a high-level delegation from the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), led by its Commander, General Dagvin Anderson, at the State House, Abuja, in a meeting focused on security cooperation.

The Federal Government is convening a major economic conference today, Monday, aiming to strengthen coordination between the federal and state governments to accelerate national growth.

Pope Leo XIV, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent violent attacks in Nigeria, urging authorities to strengthen efforts to protect citizens.

Tomato farmers in Nigeria have reassured consumers that the usual surge in tomato and other vegetable prices during the Ramadan fasting period is unlikely this year, thanks to a bumper harvest and favourable market timing.

The Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary closure of markets and motor parks in seven Local Government Areas of the state as part of measures to cripple the supply lines of terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements operating in the region.

The Lagos State Government has sealed off the popular Ladipo Spare Parts Market, along the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Road (Apapa–Oshodi Expressway), in Mushin due to repeated environmental violations.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will travel to the United Kingdom for a State Visit from Wednesday March 18 to Thursday March 19 2026.

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, says it has cancelled its sit at home order across the South East.

Ghana’s President John Mahama has recalled the country’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Ahmed, over alleged links to electoral malpractice during his party’s parliamentary primaries.

The Plateau State Government has confirmed an outbreak of Lassa fever, with 11 cases and four deaths recorded since December 2025.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the Senate did not abolish electronic transmission of election results. Instead, lawmakers retained the provision as contained in the 2022 Electoral Act.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration over what it described as a collapse of national security following the killing of dozens of civilians in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has stepped up engagements with security agencies nationwide to ensure that elections leading up to and including the 2027 general elections are conducted in a secure environment.

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has suspended its nationwide strike, bringing to an end an industrial action that shut down public health facilities across the country for nearly three months.

Civil society organisation BudgIT has uncovered 92 cases of fraudulent project execution across Nigeria, raising fresh concerns over transparency and accountability in public spending.

Provoked by the ugly scenes he encountered along the road while inspecting ongoing projects in satellite towns, the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Friday, threatened to terminate the appointment of those responsible for the evacuation of refuse if they fail to clear them before Monday, next week.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the formation of a seven-member committee to coordinate humanitarian assistance for residents of Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, following a recent deadly attack.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is stepping up preparations for the upcoming Federal Capital Territory Area Council Elections, set for 21 February 2026, while also laying the groundwork for key electoral activities ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has sent a rapid response team to Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State, following a recent bandit attack. The team is on the ground to assess the situation and coordinate relief efforts.

The Nigeria Police Force has returned 23,000 dollars to a victim of an international romance scam in the Cayman Islands, in what officials describe as a major step in strengthening cross border cooperation against cybercrime.

Agege Local Government Chairman, Ganiu Obasa has laid out an ambitious development agenda centered on sanitation, youth empowerment, security, healthcare and infrastructure, as part of efforts to reposition the council as a cleaner, safer and more economically vibrant community.

Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili has criticised the Senate over recent amendments to the Electoral Act, warning that lawmakers are risking another crisis by refusing to make electronic transmission of election results compulsory.

The Defence Headquarters has condemned the recent terrorist attacks on Woro and nearby communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, urging Nigerians to stay united and reject extremist ideologies.

Japan is preparing to restart the Kashiwazaki Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world’s largest by generating capacity, even as safety concerns continue to divide local communities.

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman marked his Atletico Madrid debut with a goal, as Diego Simeone’s side cruised to a 5-0 victory over Real Betis in the Copa del Rey.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised the alarm that continued reliance on coastal logistics to move petrol around Nigeria could significantly increase pump prices.

In a landmark ruling delivered more than 75 years after the incident, the Enugu State High Court has ordered the British Government to pay £420 million in compensation to the families of 21 Nigerian coal miners killed by British colonial forces during a protest in 1949.

Hundreds of former Washington Post journalists, tech workers and supporters gathered outside the newspaper’s headquarters on Thursday to protest widespread layoffs announced earlier this week.

The Group CEO of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Engr. Bashir Ojulari, revealed that the company is engaging partners with proven refining expertise to build sustainable, profitable solutions for its refineries.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has begun discussions with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle about extending his contract, federation and sports officials said on Thursday.

Survivors of the mass abduction in Kurmin Wali village said Thursday they survived weeks in the forest eating raw flour mixed with water and sleeping outdoors, after armed men seized 183 people during church services.

Nigerian national football team goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has left South Africa’s Chippa United after formally asking to be released, the club confirmed on Thursday.

The Peoples Democratic Party on Thursday condemned the mass killing in Woro, Kwara State, and demanded an independent investigation, immediate aid and an emergency national security summit.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority said Thursday it impounded 27 commercial and private vehicles during an early-morning enforcement drive aimed at stopping dangerous overloading on state roads.

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani said the 183 worshippers who were taken during coordinated attacks on three churches in Kurmin Wali on 18th January have returned.

The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Major General Adebayo Babalola, began a familiarization tour of Nigerian Army institutions, establishments, and formations within his Area of Responsibility (AOR) in Lagos on February 3, 2026.

Worried by the backlash that followed reports that the Senate had rejected the electronic transmission of election results by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Senators on Thursday clarified that they firmly stand by the provision contained in Section 60(3) of the 2026 Electoral Bill.

The Senate Minority Caucus has dismissed media reports claiming that the National Assembly rejected the electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing amendment of Nigeria’s Electoral Act.

Nigeria’s ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles has triggered strong warnings from industry groups and business chambers about severe economic fallout, including massive investment losses and widespread job cuts.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strict data privacy standards in law enforcement, as Nigeria intensifies the use of technology in policing.

Nigeria has showcased its Customs modernisation efforts at the 2026 World Customs Organisation (WCO) Technology Conference and Exhibition in Abu Dhabi, reaffirming its commitment to technology-driven border management and international cooperation.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered two new political parties, raising the total number of registered parties in Nigeria to 21.

Nigeria’s Federal Government says fresh talks with the World Bank are helping to strengthen global confidence in the country’s economic reform drive.

Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has filed an appeal challenging his conviction and multiple sentences handed down by the Federal High Court, arguing that the trial contained serious legal flaws.

The Peoples Democratic Party has criticised the Senate’s decision to reject electronic transmission of election results, calling it a setback for Nigeria’s democracy.

Nigeria’s Senate has passed the 2026 Electoral Act Amendment Bill after weeks of debate, but lawmakers rejected a proposal that would have made real time electronic transmission of election results mandatory.

The Lagos State Government has announced a new traffic diversion plan ahead of repair works on Apongbon Bridge and nearby service lanes, warning motorists to expect temporary closures and rerouted traffic over the next six weeks.

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State following a deadly overnight attack on Worro village. The presidency confirmed the move on Tuesday.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reactivated its Super Puma Helicopter after it was grounded for three years due to a main rotor hub issue.

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday rejected two sets of documents tendered by Omoyele Sowore, politician and online publisher, in his ongoing trial on cyberstalking charges involving false claims against President Bola Tinubu.

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, met with the French Defence Attaché, Colonel Stéphane Useo, at Army Headquarters, Abuja, to strengthen bilateral defence ties aimed at addressing regional insecurity.

Cancer survivors should have a formal place in planning and care, President/ CEO of the Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS), Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, said in a brief interview with our correspondent.

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has accused food and beverage companies of exploiting festive periods to aggressively promote sugary drinks and ultra-processed foods, warning that the practice is worsening Nigeria’s public health crisis.

Nigeria risks leaving some of its poorest people out of cancer care, the President/ CEO of the Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS), Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, warned in a brief interview with our correspondent on Wednesday.

The Murtala Muhammed Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service generated ₦202.9 billion in revenue between January and December 2025, marking a 13 per cent increase over the ₦181.01 billion recorded in 2024.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will open a training camp on 20th February as they step up preparations for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, local football officials said Wednesday.

Nigeria joined the world on Wednesday to mark World Cancer Day, with health leaders urging faster action on early detection, fairer access to care and more funding for research and screening.

The Independent National Electoral Commission says it has completed an internal timetable to prepare for the 2027 general election but will not publish an official schedule until legal and parliamentary issues are settled.

The Nigerian Army has rolled out an intelligence-driven and technology-enabled strategy to confront the country’s evolving security challenges, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, said Tuesday.

President Bola Tinubu has called on African countries and global investors to significantly scale up investment in the energy sector, warning that sustainable development and long-term economic growth will remain out of reach without reliable and expanded energy infrastructure.

President Bola Tinubu has pledged that Nigeria will not reverse its ongoing economic reforms, acknowledging early pain but insisting the measures are necessary to stabilize the economy and unlock long-term growth.

The Iranian government has officially authorized the issuance of motorcycle licenses to women, ending decades of legal ambiguity that effectively barred female riders from the road.

 A police officer and four residents were killed in an assault by suspected armed herders in Abande Community, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, officials said Wednesday.

The Rivers State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnapping ring following a violent gun battle in Etche Local Government Area, resulting in the fatal wounding of two suspects and the recovery of millions of naira in ransom.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has accused the Chairman of the Ibadan South-West Local Government Council, Hon. Kehinde Adeyemi Akande, of leading a coordinated attack on federal railway infrastructure in Oyo State.

At least 35 people have been killed after gunmen raided Woro, a remote village in Kwara State, authorities say. Residents describe it as the deadliest attack in the area this year.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of Libya’s late leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed following an armed attack on his residence, officials and his family say.

Nigeria’s police are refocusing their peacekeeping missions.

Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulazeez, appeared in court this week facing terrorism financing and illegal firearms charges.

Nigeria could be on the brink of a larger religious conflict, U.S. lawmakers heard this week.

The U.S. has quietly put troops on Nigerian soil, the first official acknowledgment since airstrikes hit Islamic State targets in December.

Nigeria has declared its readiness to leverage its vast gas resources to drive Africa’s energy transition, industrial growth and economic stability, as the continent battles widespread energy poverty.

As the FCT marks 50 years of existence, FCT minister, Nyesom Wike has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has massively transformed the landscape of the Federal Capital Territory in less than three years.

A Benue State High Court sitting in Makurdi has struck down an executive order issued by Governor Hyacinth Alia, declaring it unconstitutional and without legal basis.

Nigerian-American racing sensation Ugo Ugochukwu has emerged champion of the 2026 Formula Regional Oceania Championship, capping off an outstanding season in New Zealand with a dominant display of skill and consistency.

A new National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control survey shows Rivers and Lagos lead Nigeria in minors buying alcohol in sachets and small bottles.

The National Examinations Council (NECO) on Tuesday released the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External results, saying more than 80 percent of candidates scored at least five credits.

The FCT Administration has assured residents that antivenom is fully stocked and readily accessible across all FCTA-owned hospitals and public health centres.

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has condemned the attack on journalists and peaceful protesters at the Lagos State House of Assembly in Alausa, Ikeja.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has indicated plans to begin sharing the cost of electricity subsidies with state and local governments from 2026.

Organised labour and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have resolved their dispute, leading to the immediate resumption of work by affected employees in Abuja.

A faction of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has announced March 28 and 29, 2026, as the dates for its National Convention in Abuja.

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has issued an interim order restraining the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and three union leaders from carrying out a planned protest or any form of industrial action in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally unveiled a 73-member Central Coordination Committee to steer activities ahead of its much-anticipated National Convention, scheduled for March 27–28, 2026.

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has announced plans to invest about $10 million in regenerating Makoko, the sprawling waterfront community that has been at the centre of public debate following recent demolition exercises.

Nigeria winger, Ademola Lookman, has officially joined Atletico Madrid from Atalanta, sealing a long-anticipated move.

Most government workers in Abuja resumed work on Monday, shunning organised labour's notice of a rally against the FCT Administration (FCTA), scheduled for Tuesday.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is stepping up efforts to keep motorists safe on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria’s busiest highways.

The bribery and corruption trial of former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke resumed Monday at Southwark Crown Court.

Traders are no longer staying away from the Onitsha Main Market on Mondays, as trading has resumed after years of disruption caused by the sit-at-home order.

The FCT Police Command has issued a heads-up to residents ahead of a planned protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Many traders at the Onitsha Main Market stayed away from their stalls on Monday despite Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s order to reopen and warnings against further closures, witnesses and officials said.

A speeding tanker truck slammed into a Toyota Corolla at the Apakun Bridge corridor in Lagos on Monday, injuring the car’s driver and two pedestrians, Lagos State officials confirmed.

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division, operating under Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have stormed and overrun the stronghold of notorious bandit kingpin Gwaska Dan Karmi, neutralising scores of fighters during a major offensive.

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah after Noah made a joke at the Grammy Awards linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island.

The Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, are set to hold a powerful solidarity rally in Abuja on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Nigeria’s House of Representatives says work on the Electoral Amendment (Reform) Bill is at the harmonisation stage as lawmakers try to agree on changes ahead of the 2027 polls.

South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Grammy Awards, held Sunday night in Los Angeles, United States.

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, says a foiled coup against President Bola Tinubu was planned by disgruntled officers before the president took office and included plans to use lethal force against opponents, including himself.

South Africa’s deputy minister of sport on Sunday announced that the country would replace Morocco as host of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, but the national sports ministry later said no formal decision has been taken and “Morocco remains the confirmed host country.”

The 68th Grammy Awards held Sunday night in Los Angeles celebrated the biggest names in global music, with major wins spread across genres.

The Nigerian House of Representatives has firmly rejected allegations that the newly passed tax legislation was tampered with or falsified.

Suspected terrorists have attacked Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State, killing one person, setting ablaze a church and a police station, and abducting several residents.

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has been named The Sun Newspaper’s Best Governor of the Year 2025 in recognition of his administration’s achievements in governance and service delivery.

Elon Musk’s aerospace company SpaceX, has submitted a major regulatory application to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking approval to launch up to one million satellites into Earth orbit to serve as orbital AI data centers.

Carlos Alcaraz has claimed a dramatic victory over Novak Djokovic to win the 2026 Australian Open Men’s Singles title in one of the most significant matches in modern tennis history.

Nigerian military forces have killed a senior Boko Haram leader identified as the group’s second-in-command in the Sambisa Forest, along with 10 other fighters, the Armed Forces announced on Sunday.

Nigeria has signed an agreement with South Korea’s Asia Economic Development Committee to establish an electric vehicle manufacturing plant and build charging infrastructure across the country.

The Corps Marshal of the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps, Major Olaniyi Cole (retd.), has pledged to intensify efforts to ensure greater voluntary compliance with environmental laws across the state.

Traders at the Onitsha Main Market in Anambra State have agreed to stop observing the Monday sit at home order following Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s intervention.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after concluding a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye.

The lead counsel for the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has admonished residents of Nigeria’s South-East region to ignore a  “sit-at-home” order scheduled for Monday, February 2, describing it as fraudulent and misleading.

The Labour Party said Friday it will appeal a Federal High Court judgment and described the removal of its executive names from the Independent National Electoral Commission portal as “strange, unacceptable.”

The Action Democratic Party on Friday told Senator Pam Mwadkon Dachungyang to vacate his Plateau North Senate seat after he admitted leaving the party, calling the matter a constitutional issue.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the National Assembly of delaying the passage of the 2025 Electoral Bill, warning that the move could harm preparations for the 2027 general elections.

Satguru Maharaj Ji, leader of the One Love Family, on Friday urged the Nigeria Football Federation to hire a Nigerian as head coach of the Super Eagles.

Police in Ondo State said they arrested six suspects and rescued 14 victims in two separate, intelligence-led operations targeting transnational human-trafficking networks.

A prosecution witness told a federal court on Friday that $2,045,000 in cash and several property title documents seized from a lawyer belonged to former Central Bank governor Godwin Emefiele.

The federal government has told every Nigerian to file annual tax returns by 31st March 2026, as new tax laws take effect, officials said.

The Confederation of African Football has announced plans to review its regulations and improve Video Assistant Referee (VAR) protocols following contentious scenes at the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.