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admin - February 28, 2026

NIGERIA: FAAN Dismisses Viral Scam Claims, Confirms Legitimate SMS On ‘Operation Go Cashless’ Launch

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has dismissed as false and misleading a viral counter-message warning the public against opening an SMS link related to its ‘Operation Go Cashless’ initiative.   FAAN stated that the official SMS notifications sent in partnership with MTN Nigeria are genuine and form part […]
admin - February 28, 2026

Kenya Launches Long-Acting HIV Prevention Injection

By Moses Punyuah, Nairobi   Kenya has officially launched Lenacapavir, a groundbreaking long-acting injectable for HIV prevention, in a major boost to the country’s fight against new infections.   Presiding over the launch at Riruta Health Centre, Nairobi, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the introduction of the injection marks a major milestone in strengthening […]
admin - February 28, 2026

NUC Cracks Down on Indiscriminate Honorary Degrees To Protect Academic Integrity

 By Lisa Chankat Abuja    The National Universities Commission (NUC) has issued a stern public notice targeting the “indiscriminate conferment and misuse” of honorary doctorate degrees across the country. Citing its statutory mandate under the Education Act, the Commission revealed that it has observed a worrying trend of institutions devaluing academic honors.   In response, […]
admin - February 27, 2026

NIGERIA: Court Remands Ex-AGF Malami, Wife, Son Over Alleged N8.7bn Fraud

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria  A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), alongside his wife, Asabe Bashir, and son, Abdulaziz Malami, over alleged money laundering involving N8.7 billion.   Justice Joyce Abdulmalik directed that Malami and his son be held at Kuje Correctional […]
admin - February 27, 2026

NIGERIA: Businesswoman Tracy Ohiri Collapses In Detention Amid Bail Dispute With Minister Umahi

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria        Tracy Nither Nicolas Ohiri, the businesswoman detained at the FCT Police Command in Abuja over allegations of cyberbullying linked to a N250 million debt dispute with Minister of Works Senator David Umahi, has collapsed and been rushed to hospital.   The incident occurred on Friday while she awaited […]
admin - February 27, 2026

NIGERIA: DSS Arrests Alleged Mastermind Of Deadly 2025 Ayetoro ECWA Church Attack In Kogi

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria      Operatives of the Department of State Services have arrested Shafiu Usman, the suspected mastermind behind the December 14, 2025 attack on the ECWA Church in Ayetoro, Kogi State.   The assault resulted in the abduction of over 20 worshippers during a church service. Security sources confirmed that Usman […]
admin - February 27, 2026

NIGERIA: Adamawa Governor, Fintiri Defects To APC

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress.   The governor announced during a statewide broadcast on Friday, stating that he was moving to the APC along with his entire cabinet, key appointees, and officials of the PDP […]
admin - February 27, 2026

NIGERIA: INEC Reschedules 2027 Presidential Election

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rescheduled Nigeria’s 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections to January 16, 2027, following adjustments to the country’s electoral framework.   The Commission announced the decision on Thursday in Abuja after reviewing its earlier timetable to align with provisions of the newly enacted […]
admin - February 26, 2026

NIGERIA: FG Launches Free Cancer Screening for 1,000 Nigerians in Ebonyi

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The Federal Government has flagged off free cancer screening for the first 1,000 individuals at the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital (AEFUTHA), Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, as part of a nationwide exercise to mark the 2026 World Cancer Day.   The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. […]
admin - February 26, 2026

NIGERIA: APC Denies Role In Edo Shooting, Hits Back At ADC By Ameenat

 By Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria   The All-Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly rejected allegations by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) linking it to a recent shooting incident involving ADC members in Edo State.   In a press statement issued on Thursday, APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka described the ADC’s claims as “utterly delusional,” saying the […]
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