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Nigerian stock market reverses loss, gains N684 billion
Analysis of the trading activity revealed a 206 per cent growth in volume, a three per cent (…)
[Premium Times] 19/02/2026
Nigeria expands immunisation, boosts PHC uptake — NPHCDA
According to Mr Aina, the immunisation push has not only expanded vaccine coverage but also (…)
[Premium Times] 19/02/2026
NGX lists Dangote Cement commercial paper, deepens debt market
Dangote Cement’s N19.95 billion Series 1 commercial paper carries a tenor of 181 days and (…)
[Premium Times] 19/02/2026
Explosion kills over 30 miners in Plateau, ministry orders mine shut
“Others who sustained injuries are currently receiving treatment in nearby hospitals, the (…)
[Premium Times] 19/02/2026
FMBN records ₦19.5bn surplus, targets ₦750bn recapitalisation – Official
“In 2024, the year we came in, the bank recorded an operational surplus of ₦11.58 billion, the (…)
[Premium Times] 19/02/2026
FCT Councils Election: Police restrict movement in Abuja
The police said that only those on essential and election duties were exempted from the movement (…)
[Premium Times] 19/02/2026
How 38 miners died in Plateau
At least 38 miners have been confirmed dead following a carbon monoxide leak at a mining site in (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
8 soldiers killed in terrorists’ raid – Sources
A raid by IS-affiliated jihadists on a military base in Borno State killed eight Nigerian (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
ECOWAS Court urges civil societies to help enforce judgments
The ECOWAS Court has called on the civil society in Nigeria to help enforce its judgments in the (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
Bayelsa community raises alarm over oil spill
The people of Agge community in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have raised the (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
‘Skin bleaching exposes 168 million Nigerians to cancer, liver failure’
The Nigerian Association of Dermatologists (NAD) has said over 168 million Nigerians now bleach (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
UNESCO launches UK-backed education loan scheme for Nigerians
UNESCO Read and Earn Federation (UNESCO-REF), in partnership with the Police Officers’ Wives (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
Reps panel faults Presidency over ‘abysmal’ funding of intelligence agencies
The House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence has faulted the (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
Concessions to defecting governors as APC begins congresses
As the ward congresses of the All Progressives Congress (APC) commenced yesterday, there were (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
2 feared Killed in Ondo
At least two persons were reportedly killed on Wednesday during the ward congress of the All (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
Taraba gov denies financial inducement over defection to APC
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, on Wednesday said his relationship with elder statesman and (…)
[Daily Trust] 19/02/2026
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Nigeria to Launch Digital Trade Platform for Air, Sea Cargo
The Nigerian government will officially roll out a digital trade platform for air and sea cargo in March… The post...
[News Central] 18/02/2026
ISWAP raid kills eight Nigerian soldiers as jihadist attacks intensify in northeast
At least eight Nigerian soldiers have been killed and 23 others wounded after a deadly raid by jihadists linked to the...
[Africanews] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: Lagos State Govt Defends Lekki-Epe Minibus Restriction After Drivers' Protest
[Premium Times] The Lagos State Government described the protest as disruptive and contrary to agreements previously...
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: Deadly Forced Evictions Add to the Security Crisis in Lagos
[ISS] New development should not come at the expense of people impoverished by decades of failed urban planning.
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: El-Rufai Spends Second Night in EFCC's Custody
[Premium Times] Mr El -Rufai has been detained since Monday when he honoured the agency's invitation for questioning...
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: Ramadan - Akpabio Urges Muslims to Pray for Peace, Practise Compassion
[Leadership] As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has called on Muslims to use the...
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: New Study Reveals How Nigeria's Former Minister Spread Falsehoods, Misled Lawmakers
[Premium Times] The study found that the former minister shared the satirical article as fact, misleading the Nigerian...
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
UK to replace physical visa stickers for Nigerians starting February 25, 2026
The United Kingdom has announced a major shift in its immigration policy, confirming that from February 25, 2026, all...
[USAfricaonline] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: Senate passes 2026 Electoral Act after heated clash over result uploads
The Nigerian Senate has officially passed the Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill 2026, marking a pivotal but...
[USAfricaonline] 18/02/2026
Naira Trades at 1,345.45/$ at Official Market
The Nigerian foreign exchange market recorded slight movements on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, with the Naira trading...
[News Central] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: Nigeria Commits to Deepening Relations With Iran
[Premium Times] "Nigeria is interested in translating political goodwill into tangible outcomes through structured...
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
Nigeria: Ramadan Starts in Nigeria On Wednesday - Sultanate Council
[Premium Times] The Sultan of Sokoto and President General, Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has accepted the...
[AllAfrica] 18/02/2026
Nigerian Senate Cuts Election Notice to 300 Days
The Nigerian Senate moved on Tuesday to amend Clause 28 of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, shortening the… The post...
[News Central] 17/02/2026
Nigeria issues warning over illegal recruitment of its citizens for Russia’s war in Ukraine
Nigeria warned its nationals against being recruited for armed conflicts abroad after reports that some were duped into...
[Africanews] 17/02/2026
Nigeria and Kenya lead production of electric vans using Chinese kits
As nations seek to cut fuel costs and reduce emissions, both countries have signed deals to assemble vehicles using kits...
[Africanews] 17/02/2026
Six Travellers Kidnapped in Benue State
Suspected bandits intercepted a vehicle along the Naka–Makurdi road in Benue State, Nigeria, early Tuesday morning,...
[News Central] 17/02/2026
Tinubu Unveils Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday launched the Nigeria Industrial Policy 2025, urging ministries, departments, and...
[News Central] 17/02/2026
Senate To Adjust 2027 Election Timeline
The Nigerian Senate, during its emergency sitting on Tuesday, dissolved into the Committee of the Whole to address… ...
[News Central] 17/02/2026
Nigeria: N10bn Fraud Trial - Two EFCC Witnesses Deny Obtaining Statements From Ali Bello, Co-Defendant By Coercion
[Premium Times] The witnesses denied threatening Ali Bello and his co-defendant with an electric chair while obtaining...
[AllAfrica] 17/02/2026
Nigeria: Electoral Act - Electronic Transmission Debate Forces Senate Into Closed-Door Session
[Premium Times] Before dissolving into the executive session, lawmakers were considering a motion to rescind Clause 28...
[AllAfrica] 17/02/2026
Nigeria: Senate Panel Kicks As Tribunal Spends N16m On Office Fumigation
[Daily Trust] Members of the Senate Committee on Capital Market on Tuesday questioned the management of the Investments...
[AllAfrica] 17/02/2026
Nigeria: Reps Stage Walk Out As Protest Continues Over Electronic Transmission
[Daily Trust] Some members of the House of Representatives have walked out of the green chamber in protest against the...
[AllAfrica] 17/02/2026
Nigeria: 14 Buried After Wedding Cortege Drowns in Kebbi Boat Accident
[Premium Times] A wedding ceremony ended in grief on Sunday when an overcrowded passenger boat overturned at dusk,...
[AllAfrica] 17/02/2026
Nigeria probes Temu over alleged data privacy breaches
Nigeria’s data protection regulator has opened an investigation into Chinese-owned e-commerce platform Temu over...
[Africanews] 17/02/2026
Nigeria: Chaos in House of Reps over real-time election results clause
The House of Representatives descended into a rowdy session on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, as lawmakers clashed over...
[USAfricaonline] 17/02/2026
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