Babcock University denies Epstein-linked spy tech deal
Babcock University has dismissed a report by Al Jazeera alleging that the institution was connected to the procurement of biometric and surveillance equipment linked to late American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a statement issued on Thursday, February 19, 2026, the university’s Associate Vice-President for Communication, Media and Branding, Dr Johnson Akintayo, described the claims as false and misleading. The Al...
Court adjourns Malami, son’s trial over public holiday in Abuja
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of the former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, until February 27, 2026. The case, filed by the Department of State Services (DSS) against Malami and his son, was adjourned by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on Friday, following a public holiday declared...
DSS to arraign El-Rufai over cybercrime, security breach
The Department of State Security Service (DSS), is set to arraign former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on February 25 over alleged cybercrime and breach of national security. The arraignment date was fixed by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court after the Chief Judge, John Tsoho, assigned the case to her. According to reports, the DSS filed a three-count...
VIDEO: Trump gushes over Nicki Minaj’s beauty at White House event
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly expressed admiration for rapper Nicki Minaj during a speech at the White House. Trump made the remarks on Tuesday while addressing guests at a Black History Month event in Washington, D.C., where he described the music star as “beautiful.” “I love Nicki Minaj, she was here a couple of weeks ago. "So beautiful, her skin so...
VIDEO: Online buzz as lady unveils faith-framed intimacy brand idea for Christian women
A woman has generated widespread reactions online after announcing plans to launch an intimacy product brand she says is designed specifically for Christian women. In a video shared on social media, she said the idea was spiritually inspired and aimed at married Christian women who feel dissatisfied in their intimate lives. According to her, the products would be marketed as supportive...
NAFDAC seals 18 warehouses in Niger over expired products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed 18 warehouses in Bida, Niger State, following the discovery of expired food and beverage products valued at over ₦100 million. According to a statement by the agency’s Resident Media Consultant, Sayo Akintola, the warehouses were shut during a raid conducted by NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement team after...
Oil prices rise over US-Iran tensions
Oil prices rose and headed for their first weekly gain on Friday, February 20, 2026, on growing concerns that a conflict may erupt between the United States and Iran. This comes after United States President Donald Trump said Iran will suffer if it does not agree a deal on its nuclear activity in a matter of days. Brent crude futures rose...
Police release ex-prince Andrew after arrest over misconduct
Britain’s former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been released from police custody after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations he sent confidential government documents to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mountbatten-Windsor, King Charles' younger brother who turned 66 on Thursday, had been questioned all day by detectives from Thames Valley Police. Earlier this month, the police force...
ACAMB educates content creator, secures retraction over bank recapitalisation claims
The Association of Corporate and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) has engaged a popular content creator, Unofficial Osas, to address misinformation surrounding Nigeria’s bank recapitalisation policy, reinforcing efforts to promote accurate public discourse and safeguard confidence in the financial sector. The move followed the creator’s misrepresentation of facts about the recapitalisation drive of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), which...
Missing UniAbuja student found safe
The University of Abuja has confirmed that Sadiya Usman, the student earlier declared missing, has been found safe. In a statement released by the institution, the student was located at about 11:49 p.m. and was confirmed to be unhurt and in stable condition. The university expressed gratitude to staff, security agencies and members of the public for their swift response, support...
