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El-Rufai

El-Rufai vs Nuhu Ribadu: Tinubu’s secret opinion poll

"…While the opinion for Nuhu got 45 percent, El-Rufai got seven percent, and so on and so forth. So, it was on that basis that Tinubu reached out to Nuhu and adopted him as a (presidential) candidate. But I think that was when the bad blood set in, you know, with Nasir and Nuhu, and that kind of elevated Nuhu above him. And I think he never really got out of that disappointment."
FCT Polls: APC leads PDP, ADC in titanic battle for Abuja, dominates in Rivers, Kano bye-elections

FCT Polls: APC leads PDP, ADC in titanic battle for Abuja, dominates in Rivers, Kano bye-elections

el-Rufai

Obsession with Power: The el-Rufai many battles

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Unusual story of Gombe varsity student who lives on liquids for 21 years

Unusual story of Gombe varsity student who lives on liquids for 21 years

At 21, Sammy Samaila has never eaten solid food, yet he walks to class every day, studies sociology, and quietly navigates university life with determination.

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Panel, prosecute , Barrister Okoi Obono-Obla

Why I wrote petition against Obono-Obla – Lawmaker

The lawmaker representing Yakurr I State Constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, Cyril Omini, has confirmed that the recent arrest of former presidential aide, Okoi Obono-Obla, followed a petition he submitted to the Nigeria Police over alleged defamation and malicious accusations.

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Phone tapping: ‘Withdraw unlawful mass surveillance regulations now’, SERAP tells Tinubu

Phone tapping: ‘Withdraw unlawful mass surveillance regulations now’, SERAP tells Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to “direct Mr Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy to immediately withdraw the Lawful Interception of Communications Regulations, 2019, as the Regulations are unconstitutional, unlawful, and entirely inconsistent with Nigeria’s international obligations.”

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Troops arrest suspected gun runner, recover ammunition and ₦2.4m in Taraba

Troops arrest suspected gun runner, recover ammunition and ₦2.4m in Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have intercepted and arrested a suspected gun runner during a stop-and-search operation at Sarkin Kudu in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State.

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Transparency gaps undermine Nigeria’s disaster response — Eyekosi

A disaster management expert, Samson Oritsegbubemi Eyekosi, has warned that Nigeria’s largely reactive approach to disaster management is weakened by poor accountability and transparency, worsening the plight of vulnerable internally displaced persons (IDPs).

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APC’s Maikalangu wins AMAC chairmanship election

APC’s Maikalangu wins AMAC chairmanship election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC).

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INEC declares APC’s Ishaku winner of Bwari chairmanship election

INEC declares APC’s Ishaku winner of Bwari chairmanship election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Mr. Joshua Ishaku of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Bwari Area Council chairmanship election held on February 21, 2026.

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He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

I have heard too many stories of men dying on top of women in the past and I honestly do not want to join the statistics. I was introduced to my husband more than 10 years ago by an aunty and we have been married for some 10 years now. He is my second husband; the first left […]

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APC wins Kano Assembly by-elections as sons of deceased lawmakers emerge victorious

APC wins Kano Assembly by-elections as sons of deceased lawmakers emerge victorious

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the by-elections conducted on Saturday to fill the vacant seats for Ungogo and Kano Municipal constituencies in the Kano State House of Assembly.

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NNPC

NNPC Ltd, Dangote Group forge strategic alliance to accelerate Nigeria’s energy security, prosperity

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, today led a delegation of the company’s management to the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Complex in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, for high-level discussions that culminated in a renewed commitment to strategic collaboration between the two companies.

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Politics

APC’s Maikalangu wins AMAC chairmanship election

APC’s Maikalangu wins AMAC chairmanship election

ADC coalition

2027: ADC vows mass mobilisation over Electoral Act

2027 election timetable

INEC’s position on e-transmission of election results

I didn’t collect money to defect to APC, says Taraba gov

I didn’t collect money to defect to APC, says Taraba gov

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Nigeria economy

Nigerian newspapers review: Edun raises alarm over rising debt service burden

Vanguard leads with the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who has warned that about 50 per cent of low-income countries are in or approaching debt distress, requiring urgent action.
Pound to Naira exchange rate today, February 20, 2026

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, February 20, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 20, 2026

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 20, 2026

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Terrorists kill 34 fasting Muslims in Kebbi latest attack

Nigerian newspapers review: E-transmission of poll results can’t replace manual — Tinubu

Nigerian newspapers review: E-transmission of poll results can’t replace manual — Tinubu

Metro

FCT Polls restrictions halt Karu Market trading as traders count losses

FCT Polls restrictions halt Karu Market trading as traders count losses

Trading activities were paralysed on Saturday at the usually vibrant Karu Market along the Karu/Karshi Expressway as authorities enforced movement restrictions for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
Boko Haram

Terrorists kill 34 fasting Muslims in latest Kebbi attack

Alleged rape: Tiktoker Mirabel not arrested – Police

Alleged rape: Tiktoker Mirabel not arrested – Police

Court remands six over kidnap, murder of UCTH Professor in Calabar

Court remands six over kidnap, murder of UCTH Professor in Calabar

Four-year-old, mother and 12 others survive Lagos auto crash

Four-year-old, mother and 12 others survive Lagos auto crash

Columns

Morocco as sore losers, by Patrick Omorodion

Morocco as sore losers, by Patrick Omorodion

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Let your gift provoke a miracle, by Funmi Komolafe

Let your gift provoke a miracle, by Funmi Komolafe

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The gospel by Chief Kessington Adebutu, by Dele Sobowale

The gospel by Chief Kessington Adebutu, by Dele Sobowale

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Nigeria 2027: Preventing the return of violence, by Tonnie Iredia

Nigeria 2027: Preventing the return of violence, by Tonnie Iredia

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el-Rufai

The political divorce that could reshape 2027, by Stepahnie Shaakaa

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A face appears. Swipe left. Another smile. Swipe right. A short bio. A curated joke. A filtered life arranged for inspection. Somewhere in this small ritual

Love has entered the marketplace, by Stephanie Shaakaa

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Francis ewherido

Culture, religion and Nigeria’s burgeoning population, by Francis Ewherido

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Entertainment

I will always stay mute no matter how much I am dragged — Nonsmiraj

I will always stay mute no matter how much I am dragged — Nonsmiraj

Content creator and actress, Nonsmiraj, has opened up on how she handles online criticism, misconceptions about her success, and her personal life.
Moses Abutu drops spirit-lifting single, ‘Higher’

Moses Abutu drops spirit-lifting single, ‘Higher’

Jide Kosoko’s film, Eleko (Oba Esugbayi) set for nationwide cinema release

Jide Kosoko’s film, Eleko (Oba Esugbayi) set for nationwide cinema release

Renner Benjamin speaks as he releases new song ‘I Get God’

Renner Benjamin speaks as he releases new song ‘I Get God’

I can only flaunt my shoulders, legs, I’m not a fan of indecent dressing,” – Singer Gussy Baby

I can only flaunt my shoulders, legs, I’m not a fan of indecent dressing,” – Singer Gussy Baby

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Cussons Baby Moments Season 9 Grand Finale What a day of Tears, Laughter, and Pure Magic

Cussons Baby Moments Season 9 Grand Finale: What a day of Tears, Laughter, and Pure Magic! Every Baby Truly Is A Star

Strategy matters more than luck how Slotozilla’s analytics are reshaping digital entertainment culture in the fintech era

Strategy matters more than luck: how Slotozilla’s analytics are reshaping digital entertainment culture in the fintech era

How Farmers in Africa Use Water Storage Tanks to Secure Their Crops and Livestock

How Farmers in Africa Use Water Storage Tanks to Secure Their Crops and Livestock

The Dangote Refinery Makes Me Cast Envious Glances at Nigerians – Prof. Tagoe

The Dangote Refinery Makes Me Cast Envious Glances at Nigerians – Prof. Tagoe

Videos

People Talk: What is your view on the proposed death penalty for kidnappers, terrorism financiers

People Talk: What is your view on the proposed death penalty for kidnappers, terrorism financiers

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2021: Fela in early lead

Historically: Fela’s Kalakuta Republic demolished, religious faithfuls commence annual fasting

Historically: Remembering General Murtala Muhammed, 50 years after

Historically: Remembering General Murtala Muhammed, 50 years after

VIDEO: NUJ Vanguard Fun Fair

VIDEO: NUJ Vanguard Fun Fair

ICYMI

Researchers, mechanics among foreign workers needed in Canada [Full List]

Researchers, mechanics among foreign workers needed in Canada [Full List]

Canada is updating its immigration system to support sustainable growth and strengthen the economy, the federal government said on Tuesday.
El-Rufai accuses Ribadu of procuring ‘dangerous toxic chemicals’ from Poland

El-Rufai accuses Ribadu of procuring ‘dangerous toxic chemicals’ from Poland

'Intimidation undermines democracy'; Editors fault Gov Bago over Badeggi Radio

Guild of Editors to NASS: Make real-time transmission of election results mandatory

Electoral Act amendment: Obi joins protesting youths at National Assembly

Electoral Act amendment: Obi joins protesting youths at National Assembly

Gen Z less intelligent than millennials, other generations – Scientist reveals

Gen Z less intelligent than millennials, other generations – Scientist reveals

Today’s toons

Cartoon: And Nemesis of SINate

Cartoon: And Nemesis of SINate

Cartoon: Raging, abandoned bull; till 2027

Cartoon: Raging, abandoned bull; till 2027

Cartoon: What do divorce and defection have in common?

Cartoon: What do divorce and defection have in common?

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Business

CBN: Oil prices rally brightens naira, foreign reserves’ prospects

CBN: Oil prices rally brightens naira, foreign reserves’ prospects

With Brent crude trading around $69 per barrel above Nigeria’s 2026 federal budget benchmark of $64.8, the price rally would largely bolster the country’s fiscal revenues, foreign exchange reserves and promote exchange rate stability.
Remittance of 1% Nigerian content levy still mandatory — NCDMB

Remittance of 1% Nigerian content levy still mandatory — NCDMB

savings

Young workers embrace retirement savings with 74.6% registration

NSDC, Lee Group to set up massive sugar project in Niger

NSDC, Lee Group to set up massive sugar project in Niger

Davos

Edun raises alarm over rising debt service burden

Health

Scientists find cancer-linked chemicals in popular hair extensions

Scientists find cancer-linked chemicals in popular hair extensions

Hidden salt killing Nigerians – FG CSSI, RTSL storm markets

Hidden salt killing Nigerians – FG CSSI, RTSL storm markets

SCENT OF DANGER: Your perfume may be harming you

SCENT OF DANGER: Your perfume may be harming you

FG, Medipool unveil landmark overhaul of Nigeria’s drug supply chain

FG, Medipool unveil landmark overhaul of Nigeria’s drug supply chain

Sports

Why Nigerian athletes are switching nationalities – Ajunwa

Why Nigerian athletes are switching nationalities – Ajunwa

Former Olympic champion, Chioma Ajunwa has attributed the growing trend of Nigerian athletes switching allegiance or relocating abroad to poor welfare systems and the absence of long-term security for athletes after their competitive careers. Speaking on the issue, Ajunwaexplainedthatmany athletes are forced to look elsewhere not because of a lack of patriotism, but due to […]
Lookman scores again as Atletico see off Espanyol 4-2

Lookman scores again as Atletico see off Espanyol 4-2

Man City close gap on Arsenal after O’Reilly sinks Newcastle

Man City close gap on Arsenal after O’Reilly sinks Newcastle

Chelsea, Aston Villa held in blow to Champions League hopes

Chelsea, Aston Villa held in blow to Champions League hopes

James Milner breaks Premier League appearance record

James Milner breaks Premier League appearance record

Relationships

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

He is 68 but what he is asking for will kill him

A ‘loaded’ man does no wrong no matter his number of wives!

A ‘loaded’ man does no wrong no matter his number of wives!

‘I never dreamt I could welcome my husband’s new wife into our matrimonial home!’

‘I never dreamt I could welcome my husband’s new wife into our matrimonial home!’

How some men enjoy humiliating successful women!

How some men enjoy humiliating successful women!

Special Report

Inside PDP's marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting

Inside PDP’s marathon appeals: How Justice Danjuma led an unprecedented A-Court sitting

On Thursday, February 12, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja – from 9 a.m. till about 8 p.m., a 3-man panel headed by Mohammed Ambi‑Usi Danjuma

Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze

Unbent by War, Unbroken by Kin: The tenacity of Mama Cordelia Anibeze

Perhaps Lady Cordelia Ogbonne Anibeze was prepared early for the life that would confront her in later years.

BSc/HND dichotomy: How FG’s plan could redefine Nigeria’s polytechnic future

BSc/HND dichotomy: How FG’s plan could redefine Nigeria’s polytechnic future

While polytechnics quietly powered industries with skilled manpower, their graduates faced limited career progression, wage disparities and social bias

Coup, Power and Controversy: How ‘The Gun Hegemony’ rewrote Nigeria’s military history

Coup, Power and Controversy: How ‘The Gun Hegemony’ rewrote Nigeria’s military history

Testimonies from Ojukwu’s kinsmen, as presented in The Gun Hegemony, depict Ojukwu as an ambitious separatist driven by deep trust deficits

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Technology

Digitising Transport: A ticket to transparency, accountability

Digitising Transport: A ticket to transparency, accountability

At 6 a.m. on the Lekki–Ajah corridor, a CMS T&M Nigeria Limited bus – part of Lagos State’s assisted mass transit scheme – is already packed, crawling toward CMS. Some passengers stand, while others sit cautiously in most cases, on torn seats quietly worrying about bed bugs or cockroaches. Yet people squeeze in anyway.

NCC has read the riot acts to telecom operators in the country to step up their services or incur the wrath of the regulator.

Tinubu begs telcos to give educational platforms unhindered connectivity access

By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor President Tinubu has begged telecommunications operators, telcos in the country to give unhindered connectivity access to educational institutions and other platforms of learning in the country, reminding them that connectivity is the right of every Nigeria citizen. The President said he observed that in the telcos’ business, commercial considerations mostly […]

Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial

Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg arrived at a Los Angeles court on Wednesday to testify at a groundbreaking social media addiction trial, where Instagram and other platforms are accused of deliberately hooking young users.

Africa’s Hyperscalers urges responsible AI reporting at Lagos media workshop

Africa’s Hyperscalers urges responsible AI reporting at Lagos media workshop

A pan-African digital infrastructure and ecosystem platform, Africa Hyperscalers, has charged the media on responsible AI reporting as part of a high-level Media Workshop on Digital Infrastructure and AI in Lagos.

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Education

UNIOSUN rejects students below 16 years offered admission

UNIOSUN’s 250 staff not ‘ghost workers’, says Vice-Chancellor

The Vice-Chancellor, Osun State University, Osogbo, Professor Clement Adebooye, has refuted claims that 250 workers, including himself are ghost workers as declared by Sally Tibbot Limited, a consulting auditing firm.

Reconsider your stance on WASSCE, NAPPS tells FG

C’River closes 13 illegal schools, intensifies statewide crackdown

By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Cross River State Government has shut down 13 unapproved schools as part of an ongoing enforcement drive to sanitize the education sector. Commissioner for Education, Professor Stephen Odey, said the closure of illegal schools will continue across all parts of the state, warning that any institution operating without an Authority […]

Technical/vocational education: FG pays N10bn as stipends to students

Technical/vocational education: FG pays N10bn as stipends to students

This is also as vocational training centres are paid N45,000 monthly for each student they train. Alausa, who spoke with select journalists in Lagos

Confusion in Kwara Poly over suspension of Rector 

Confusion in Kwara Poly over suspension of Rector 

By Demola Akinyemi, ILORIN Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin,like any other prestigious and popular institution is not new to management crisis and students’ protest since its creation 53 years ago. So, the suspension of the Rector, Dr Abdul Jimoh Mohammed on January 26, 2026 over students’ protest has therefore  brought the polytechnic to the public glare in […]

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