Ahead of the party congresses of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Bayelsa State, a Chieftain of the party in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Hon Joseph Maciver has expressed strong concerns about a possible highjack and manipulations of the process leading up to the ward congresses. Maciver has therefore called on the Governor and Leader of the party in the state, Senator Douye Diri, to take a second look at cases of complaints emanating from the stakeholders' meetings.

United States-based sprinter, Favour Ashe, has become the latest top athlete to turn his back on Nigeria, opting instead to continue his career under the Qatari flag. Ashe, widely regarded as Nigeria’s fastest sprinter in recent years, confirmed that he has been in Qatar for the past five months and is preparing to switch allegiance. Speaking to The Guardian, he described the Nigerian athletics environment as unfavourable to his growth, saying he is heading to a system where he will be respected and adequately rewarded.

President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with traders and people of Kano State over the devastating fire outbreak at Kano's Singer Market over the weekend. The fire, which started on Saturday evening, raged into Sunday morning, causing significant damage to the food market. Bayo OnanugaSpecial Adviser to the President(Information and Strategy) in a statement said President Tinubu, who had earlier reached out to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to obtain a situation report on the fire, described the incident as tragic.

Former US President Barack Obama has responded to an AI video that President Donald Trump shared on Truth Social depicting Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as apes. During an interview with Brian Tyler Cohen, Obama spoke out about the now-deleted video featuring racist caricatures likening black people to apes. “First of all, I think it’s important to recognize that a majority of the American people find this behavior deeply troubling,” Obama started.

Rallies FCT Candidates to Deepen PDP Unity Ahead of Elections Sunday 15 February 2026, Abuja, Nigeria/ Presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has stepped up consultations with key stakeholders as part of efforts to reinforce unity, discipline, and purposeful leadership within the party. On Tuesday night, Hashim paid a solidarity visit to the Governor of Bauchi State and Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed (Kauran Bauchi).

Calm has returned to Oilmill Junction in Port Harcourt following a deadly clash that led to the death of a trader at the Fruit Market on Saturday morning. The Rivers State Police Command confirmed that the incident happened around 7:00 a.m. after an argument between a trader from Benue State named Wenem and an Hausa wheelbarrow pusher over space to display goods.

…We’ll produce 200,000 units of ICT annually, create 100 jobs – Haier VP … It’s a boost to FG’s quest for a $1 trillion economy – Minister …Mbah lauds Tinubu's economic policies Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State today inaugurated the Enugu Haier Factory, a Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) by the Chinese Haier Global Business in partnership with the state government.

The Nigeria Police Force Zone 2 Command Headquarters, Onikan, Lagos, has recorded twin major breakthroughs in its intensified war against violent and economic crimes, dismantling a sophisticated highbrow estate robbery syndicate and uncovering a nationwide engine oil adulteration network. Addressing journalists on behalf of the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Adegoke M. Fayoade, the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Adamu Bello Mohammed, said the operations were executed in line with the intelligence-led policing strategy of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun…

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists, formally known as Jama’atu Ahlissunnah Lidda’awati wal-Jihad, have released a disturbing video in which they paraded 176 abducted victims—including women, children and a nursing mother — allegedly seized from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. In the video obtained by SaharaReporters, one of the terrorists is seen interrogating the captives, asking them to state where they were kidnapped.

Five soldiers were killed and three others declared missing following a clash between Nigerien Defence and Security Forces (FDS) and suspected Islamic State fighters in Sanam, Tillabéri Region of western Niger. Security sources said the incident occurred on Feb. 12, 2026, during a confrontation between troops and suspected members of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS) operating in the area.

Tension is rising in Surulere Estate, located in Agbado/Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State, as residents allege ongoing demolitions and extortion by suspected land grabbers popularly known as “omo onile.” A resident, James Chinedu (not real name), raised the alarm over what he described as two weeks of terror in the community. According to him, armed thugs accompanied by security operatives have been moving from house to house demanding N15 million from each property owner to halt the destruction.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained why three major political parties — the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Labour Party (LP) — will not participate in the forthcoming bye-elections in two constituencies of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The bye-elections are scheduled to hold in Khana State Constituency II and Ahoada East State Constituency II on February 21…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday joined other African leaders at the opening of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The summit witnessed the formal handover of the AU chairmanship to President Évariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi for the 2026 term, succeeding President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço of Angola.

Popular Nollywood actor Maurice Sam , has allegedly resigned from the Nigerian movie industry following what has been described as a shocking assassination attempt on his life. According to reports circulating online, unknown gunmen allegedly opened fire on the actor’s vehicle, riddling it with over 20 bullets. Sources claim the incident left his car badly damaged, but he miraculously escaped unhurt.

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that his detention order was orchestrated through political maneuvering rather than proper legal procedures. El-Rufai claimed that former anti-corruption chief Nuhu Ribadu allegedly directed his custody and that government agencies were used to carry out the order. He specifically alleged that the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) and the Department of State Services (DSS), describing their actions as part of a recurring pattern against him.

Davido’s aide, Isreal DMW, has reacted angrily following the latest developments in the ongoing joint custody case between Davido and Sophia Momodu over their daughter, Imade Adeleke. Taking to Instagram, Isreal fired shots at Sophia’s legal representative, using harsh words while expressing his frustration over the situation. He wrote: “Fear women, who carry churches on their heads like Cross. Their minds are always deep 💯 They dnt care how you feel when they about to hurt you.

Governor Sim Fubara has stirred reactions following remarks he made while delivering a speech at the New Telegraph Awards/Dinner Night. Speaking at the event, the governor said, “I choose to be weak because I want peace in my state, weak because I need to survive and to protect the things that are not only dear to me but to the nation.”

The presidency has called for a full investigation into remarks by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over an alleged wire-tapping of the National Security Adviser’s phone line. ‎El-Rufai had alleged that he and some others listen to the telephone conversations of Mr Ribadu after an individual tapped the NSA’s phone.‎‎He defended the legality of the phone interception, acknowledging that it is technically illegal but claiming, “The government does it all the time.

Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has declared his readiness to collaborate with the Federal Government to eliminate bandits and other criminal elements operating in forests across the South-West region. Speaking in Ibadan, Oyo State, Adeyemo said he and his supporters are prepared to move into forests in Yorubaland to flush out terrorists attacking rural communities, provided they receive the necessary approval and support from the Federal Government.

The association of Uzo Uwani people in Diaspora, popularly known as "Njikota Uzo Uwani in Diaspora", has endorsed Barr. Chijioke Ezugwu, Executive Chairman of Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State for a second term in office. The group which also resolved to form stronger and strategic alliance with the council boss during his second coming as council chairman, especially in the area of security, explained that the council Chairman remains the best choice to superintendend over the affairs of the LGA at this particular point time.

Following concerns raised by some stakeholders, including former Vice President and a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, that the election timetable falls within the Muslim fasting period of Ramadan, the Commission stated that it was currently undertaking consultations and may, “where necessary, seek appropriate legislative intervention to address the concerns raised, while ensuring that any adjustment remains consistent with constitutional and statutory requirements.”

Content creator Fari, has cried out online after witnessing a fresh demolition that displaced several residents in Lagos. In an emotional video, she said she was returning from the gym when she suddenly saw people’s homes being pulled down around Silverbed Road, leaving families stranded with their belongings on the roadside. According to her, many victims said they had no prior notice and were forced to hurriedly move their properties while security operatives allegedly fired tear gas after an argument broke out during the exercise.

Nigerian music star Davido has publicly called out the lawyer representing his first baby mama, Sophia Momodu, following their recent court session over joint custody of their daughter, Imade Adeleke. Taking to social media shortly after the hearing, Davido did not hold back as he accused the lawyer of being unprofessional during proceedings. He wrote that he “disgraced” the lawyer in court and claimed he had to “teach” her how to do her job, saying she could not handle his arguments.

South African Police have arrested a female suspect following the hijacking and killing of an e-hailing Nigerian driver in Pretoria West. Authorities say the incident occurred on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, when the driver was allegedly attacked inside his vehicle. Preliminary investigations indicate the victim was targeted by a male and female pair who had requested an e-hailing ride, during which the vehicle was reportedly hijacked.

A concerned stakeholder in Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State, Prince Cajetan Ogbonna has demanded that the chairman of the local government area, Hon. Ugochukwu Nwanjoku should account for the funds amounting to over one billion Naira. Ogbonna said this included statutory allocation, as well as N800 million borrowed from a commercial bank, without any tangible project to show for it.