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Explainer: What to know about latest U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran?
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Explainer: What to know about latest U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran?

CAIRO, March 1 (Xinhua) -- Iran's state media confirmed Sunday that its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Saturday, prompting Iranian missile strikes on Israel and U.S. targets across the region.What happened in the past 24 hours? Why did the United States and Israel take action now? How will Iran retaliate? Will this conflict escalate? WHAT HAPPENED?Israel announced a "preemptive" strike on Saturday morning, sending about 200 fighter jets in simultaneous airstrikes on missile and defense systems in western and central Iran.Shortly after the Israeli announcement, U.S. President Donald Trump said on his social media platform Truth Social that U.S. forces are "undertaking a massive and ongoing operation" targeting Iran's missile indust...
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NDLEA nabs drug kingpin after 13 years in hiding over cocaine, heroin shipments
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NDLEA nabs drug kingpin after 13 years in hiding over cocaine, heroin shipments

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a notorious drug kingpin Reginald Peter Chidiebere who has been in hiding for the past 13 years.He went into hiding following the seizure of large consignments of cocaine and heroin linked to him by operatives of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos.The drug lord was first arrested in 2013 over the shipment of cocaine into Nigeria and was subsequently arraigned before Justice Ayokunle Faji of the Federal High Court Lagos in charge no. FHC/L/187c/2923. He however jumped bail and went into hiding after the trial judge granted him bail in 2013 and has since remained at large.In February 2024, his name featured prominently as one of the masterminds of the shipment of 49.70 kilograms heroin imported from...
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FAAN urges patience as cashless payment rollout causes delays at airports
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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FAAN urges patience as cashless payment rollout causes delays at airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has pleaded with motorists and airport users to exercise patience following traffic congestion at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on the first day of its nationwide Go Cashless programme.FAAN, in a post on its X handle on Sunday, said the gridlock resulted from many drivers attempting to register for the new Go-Cashless cards at the toll lanes despite prior notices and publicity encouraging early registration at its designated offices. “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria sincerely appreciates all motorists and airport users as the Go Cashless Programme officially comes into full operation today at MMIA and NAIA, in line with the Federal Government’s directive on cashle...
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Iran Forms Interim Leadership Council After Supreme Leader’s Death
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Iran Forms Interim Leadership Council After Supreme Leader’s Death

Iran named Ayatollah Alireza Arafi to its interim leadership council, which will be at the helm of the country following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Sunday. “The Expediency Discernment Council has elected Ayatollah Alireza Arafi as a member of the interim leadership council,” said expediency council spokesman Mohsen Dehnavi in a post on X. The interim council, which will also include the president and the head of the judiciary, will lead the country until the Assembly of Experts “elects a permanent leader as soon as possible,” he said. Iran’s clerical leaders vowed to avenge the death of their supreme leader and launched a fresh wave of attacks on Sunday as Israel hit back at the capital, Tehran. It came after the United States and Israel claim...
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ECOWAS Speaker urges lawmakers to ensure implementation of regional trade and governance commitments
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ECOWAS Speaker urges lawmakers to ensure implementation of regional trade and governance commitments

The Speaker of the Economic Community of West African States Parliament, Memunatu Ibrahima has charged lawmakers from member states to ensure implementation of regional trade and governance commitments.Ibrahima charged ECOWAS lawmakers to rise above political, economic and security realities confronting the region.She gave the charges at the close of the First Ordinary Session of 2026 in Abuja at the weekend.She urged the lawmakers to strengthen their oversight role in advancing the objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).The session was preceded by a three-day parliamentary seminar focused on AfCFTA, during which members examined both the opportunities and challenges associated with the continental trade pact.The Speaker acknowledged that while the agreement offers...
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𝐈𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝟒𝟎‑𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐢’𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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𝐈𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝟒𝟎‑𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐢’𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡

Iran’s state television announced a 40-day mourning period and seven public holidays following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who had been in power since 1989.
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Saudin Crown Prince condemns Iran attacks in call with Macron
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Saudin Crown Prince condemns Iran attacks in call with Macron

In a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman affirmed Saudi Arabia’s condemnation of the Iranian missile attacks against the Kingdom and other regional countries, emphasizing that Saudi Arabia “will take all necessary measures to defend its territory and fully supports brotherly nations in preserving their sovereignty, security, and stability.”
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Tinubu Welcomes Lebara’s Launch In Nigeria, Says Nation’s Telecommunications Sector Vibrant
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Tinubu Welcomes Lebara’s Launch In Nigeria, Says Nation’s Telecommunications Sector Vibrant

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the entrance of Lebara Communication network into Nigeria communication space as a strong vote of confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy and its future as a leading technology and investment destination in Africa.The President therefore welcomed Lebara to Nigeria, saying that nation’s telecommunications sector is vibrant.He therefore commended the leadership and partners of Lebara Nigeria, including Mrs Teniola Stuffman, the Chief Executive, for their commitment to expanding telecommunications access, creating employment opportunities, and strengthening the nation’s digital infrastructure.He acknowledges that investments of this nature are critical to deepening financial inclusion, enabling innovation, and accelerating economic growth.Preside...
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Eliminating Iran Leader is against International Law – Islamic Diplomat
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Eliminating Iran Leader is against International Law – Islamic Diplomat

Islamic Diplomat, Hassan Kazim, wants Americans to imagine if Iran bombed Washington and killed our school children. First, there’s no credible evidence that the U.S. bombed a school in Iran. Reports of civilian casualties in the current conflict come from Iranian state media and have not been independently verified by neutral sources. U.S. and Israeli officials are investigating civilian harm claims but have denied deliberately targeting schools or civilians.  This kind of scenario framing — “imagine if Iran bombed Washington and killed schoolchildren” — is rhetorical and is used in political debates to elicit emotional reactions rather than present substantiated facts.
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Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE blow hot as world reacts to attack on Iran
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE blow hot as world reacts to attack on Iran

Saturday morning attacks on Iran by the US and Israeli forces and the subsequent retaliatory actions have continued to generate reactions. President Donald Trump stated on Saturday morning that the US was involved in a “major combat operation” to “eliminate threats from the Iranian regime.” US and Israeli missiles struck many places in Tehran and throughout Iran as American leaders promised to destroy Iran’s missile program and its navy, while also encouraging the Iranian people to replace their government. Reuters, according to Al Jazeera, cited a high-ranking Israeli defense official who stated that the combined US-Israeli strikes were planned over several months, with a specific date determined weeks earlier. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the attacks were meant...
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Verify Before You Share, Idris Warns Nigerians
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Verify Before You Share, Idris Warns Nigerians

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has raised concern over the growing spread of false information in Nigeria, warning that misinformation and disinformation constitute serious moral and national threats capable of undermining unity, stability and development. The Minister made the remarks in Kaduna at the 20th Joint Ramadan Lecture jointly organised by the Nigerian Television Authority, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria and Voice of Nigeria. The annual event brought together government officials, traditional rulers, religious leaders and media executives for reflections on faith, nation-building and responsible citizenship. Idris urged young Nigerians to exercise caution and responsibility in their use of digital platforms. He observed t...
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DEPOWA graduates 130 trainees from skills acquisition centre
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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DEPOWA graduates 130 trainees from skills acquisition centre

The Defence and Police Officers' Wives Association (DEPOWA) has graduated 130 trainees from its Skills Acquisition Centre in Abuja as part of its mission to empower families of servicemen and women. DEPOWA President, Mrs Mernan Oluyede, said this on Saturday in Abuja at the graduation of Batch 18/2025 of the DEPOWA Skill Acquisition Centre. According to her, the event marked the completion of a rigorous training programme in various skills for the trainees who chose skills and self-reliance. Oluyede said that the scheme was in fulfillment of DEPOWA's commitment to empower the families of servicemen and women, support vulnerable members of the community, and contribute meaningfully to national development. According to her, the DEPOWA Skills Acquisition Centre remains a cri...
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FG Issues Travel Advisory to Nigerians in Iran, Gulf States Over Escalating Middle East Tensions
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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FG Issues Travel Advisory to Nigerians in Iran, Gulf States Over Escalating Middle East Tensions

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory to Nigerians residing in or visiting the Islamic Republic of Iran and neighbouring Gulf countries following escalating military actions in the Middle East. In a press release signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Federal Government said it is closely monitoring the volatile developments in the region, particularly military actions reportedly carried out by Israel and the United States against targets in Iran, as well as subsequent retaliatory strikes by Iran on locations in some Gulf states. The Ministry warned that the heightened tension raises concerns about further escalation, urging Nigerian citizens in affected areas to exercise extre...
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Iran’s supreme leader killed in strikes- Israel source
1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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Iran’s supreme leader killed in strikes- Israel source

President Donald Trump has called for regime change following the massive US and Israeli attack, which prompted an unprecedented wave of retaliatory strikes by Iran. Israel has confirmed that Iran’s supreme leader was killed in strikes on Saturday, according to two Israeli sources familiar with the matter. One of the sources said Israel had obtained a photo of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s dead body. The second source said an official announcement is being prepared. Earlier in the evening, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said there are many signs that Khamenei is “no longer with us.” Meanwhile, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said that Iran’s president and Supreme Leader are “safe and sound.” But Khamenei has not been seen in public or in videos since the strikes began...
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APC inaugurates National Convention Central Coordinating Committee
28Feb By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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APC inaugurates National Convention Central Coordinating Committee

The All Progressives Congress on Wednesday inaugurated its National Convention Central Coordinating Committee, ahead of the APC National Convention. APC has scheduled its national convention for 27th to 28th of March 2026.Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the APC National Chairman, in his remarks echoed the significance of the event in the progressive journey of the party. Addressing all committee members, Yilwatda urged them to uphold transparency, inclusivity, and credibility in planning and delivering a convention befitting the stature of the ruling APC.He called upon them to prioritize the party's interests over personal sentiments and strive for excellence within the limited timeframe. Yilwatda assured the committee of the full support of the National Working Committee and...
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NAOWA unveils CBT centre to boost military families’ education, welfare
28Feb By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments
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NAOWA unveils CBT centre to boost military families’ education, welfare

The Nigerian Army Officers' Wives Association (NAOWA) has unveiled a Computer-Based Test Centre, dining and students' preparatory halls at NAOWA College, Abuja,  to boost education and welfare of military families. The President of NAOWA, Mrs Safiyyah Shaibu, in her welcome address at the inauguration in Abuja on Wednesday, described the project as a reflection of vision, commitment, and purposeful leadership. The wife of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) said the CBT Centre and other facilities would enhance the educational experience of students and contribute to the development of the nation. She described the projects as NAOWA's efforts aimed at boosting the morale of serving personnel and their families, particularly in these challenging times. She acknowledged the ...
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