Police strengthen security ahead of Tinubu’s visit to Adamawa
The Adamawa State Police Command has intensified security arrangements ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s visit on Monday, during which he is expected to commission major projects completed by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri. In a statement on Saturday, the police spokesman, SP Suleiman Nguroje, said the heightened security is aimed at preventing any breaches before, during, and after the president’s visit. “The Adamawa...
Onanuga calls for probe into El-Rufai’s alleged wire-tapping claims
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, has urged a thorough investigation into allegations of wire-tapping made by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The call came after El-Rufai, in an interview on ARISE TV Prime Time, claimed that the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, ordered his arrest following an alleged failed attempt to detain...
Man City’s Rodri charged over Premier League referee rant
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been charged by the English Football Association after saying referees have to be "neutral" following his side's controversial clash with Tottenham in the Premier League. Rodri was incensed with referee Robert Jones' decision to allow Dominic Solanke's goal in City's 2-2 draw at Tottenham in the Premier League on February 1. The midfielder felt Solanke's goal...
NCoS probes officers over extortion at Kuje prison
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has ordered the immediate investigation of officers at Kuje Correctional Centre accused of extorting inmates in the facility. The order followed a petition written by a lawyer, Bala Dakum, accusing the controller in charge of Kuje Correctional Centre and his officers of engaging in series of grave allegations bordering on extortion of inmates, abuse of...
Stock market investors gain N2.3trn in one day as capitalisation hits N117trn
The Nigerian stock market investors recorded a gain of N2.367 trillion on Friday, February 13, 2026, as the market ended the week on a strong bullish note. Increased and sustained investor interest in stocks such as Nestlé Nigeria, Union Dicon Salt, Infinity Trust, Mc Nicholas, Cornerstone Insurance, and 48 other advancing equities drove the market into positive terrain. Market capitalisation, which...
DPO, 3 bandits killed in Katsina gun battle
Three bandits and the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Rimi Local Government Area of Katsina State, CSP Muhammad Sani-Kabir, have died during a gun battle. The Katsina State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Aliyu Abubakar, disclosed this via a statement issued on Friday, February 13, 2026. Abubakar disclosed that the incident occurred at about 2:00 p.m. on Friday when some suspected...
I wouldn’t be gov without Wike — Fubara
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has acknowledged that he would not have become governor without the support of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, crediting the former governor for discovering and backing his political rise. Fubara made the remark on Friday while receiving the New Telegraph Man of the Year Award, which he dedicated to Wike despite...
INEC defends 2027 election dates, opens door to review
The Independent National Electoral Commission has clarified that the dates scheduled for Nigeria’s 2027 General Election were fixed in line with constitutional, legal and regulatory provisions, while acknowledging concerns raised by stakeholders about potential clashes with national observances. In a press statement issued on Friday, the commission said the timetable was developed in strict compliance with the 1999 Constitution, the...
Fubara honours Wike, calls him political mentor
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has dedicated his Man of the Year award to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, acknowledging him as the political figure who discovered and supported his rise. Fubara made the remarks on Friday while receiving the honour at the New Telegraph Award and Dinner Night in Lagos, where he reflected on leadership,...
ICPC summons El-Rufai after airport standoff
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has confirmed that he will honour an invitation from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) following a recent confrontation with security operatives at the airport in Abuja. El-Rufai disclosed this in a post on X on Friday, stating that he would appear at the commission’s office on Wednesday, February 18,...
