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APC elects new leaders in Kano

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has elected new state executives to run the affairs of the party in Kano State.The election, held on Tuesday night, saw Haruna Doguwa emerge as the new state chairperson of the party. Mr Doguwa recently resigned as Commissioner for Water Resources in Kano State to contest for the party’s top seat. Other elected officials include Salisu Maje-Gwangwazo as deputy chairperson, Yusuf Sabo-Bichi as state secretary, and Fatima Dala as state woman leader. The new leadership team comprises 28 members, elected to strengthen the party’s internal cohesion and prepare it for future political engagements

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How Telecom contributed 8.3% to GDP in 2025

The Telecommunications performance in 2025 has been attributed to a surge in Data Consumption, massive Infrastructure investment amongst other factors.The sector contributed 8.3% to the country’s Gross Domestic Product in the year under review, according to the Nigeria Bureau of Statistics.The Bureau identified a surge in data consumption with 148 million internet users consuming 1.4 million terabytes of data in December 2025 alone. The rising demand for mobile data holds the key to the growth engine.Active subscriptions, according to NBS climbed to nearly 180 million in 2025, while Broadband penetration rose to 51.97%, crossing the halfway mark (though below the 70% national target).The sub-sector has remained critical to Nigeria’s Economy as it powered Digital banking and fintech, E-com...

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4Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Cross River APC Congress: Otu pledges government support

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River, Tuesday, unveiled a new State Executive Committee at a well-attended congress held at the main bowl of the U J Esuene Stadium, with the governor, Prince Bassey Otu, throwing his weight behind the new leadership while pledging full government support. Addressing delegates and party stakeholders, Otu described the congress as “a great day in the lives of Cross Riverians,” noting that the exercise reflected the unity, strength, and maturity of the party in the state. “We came to consolidate and then move forward,” the governor said, thanking the outgoing executives for their service, assuring them that “you will never walk alone.” Congratulating the newly elected State Chairman, Hon. Chris Sunny Etta, Otu expressed confidence in hi...

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NAN, LGAN forge media alliance ahead 2026 All Africa Golf Challenge Trophy

By Victor Okoye The Managing Director, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Ali M. Ali, has agreed to partner with the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) ahead of the 2026 All Africa Golf Challenge Trophy. Ali made the commitment on Tuesday when he received Lami Ahmed, the President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), and her team at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. He described NAN as Africa’s largest news content provider, welcoming the delegation and commending them for promoting women’s golf nationwide. “Established by Decree 19 of 1976 and operational since Oct. 2, 1978, NAN remains Nigeria’s primary news source for newspapers, broadcasters, and digital platforms. “The agency operates over 400 reporters, 12 zonal offices and 36 state offices, with ...

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Nigeria, China Deepen Cultural Ties, Renew Commitment to Women’s Empowerment

Nigeria and China have renewed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in culture, education, tourism and women’s economic empowerment as both countries marked the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations. The pledge was made on Tuesday in Abuja during the 2026 Chinese New Year and Lantern Festival celebration, an event that also highlighted ongoing global efforts to promote people-to-people diplomacy through cultural exchange platforms between the two nations. Speaking at the ceremony, the Ambassador of China to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, described the Lantern Festival as a universal symbol of unity, hope and renewal. He noted that the festival’s growing international recognition, especially following its inscription on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list, underscores...

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Akpabio Commends Governor Eno On Peaceful Conduct of APC State Congress

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has commended the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno for the peaceful conduct of the State congress of All Progressives Congress. Akpabio who participated in the Congress held at Uyo Township Stadium in Akwa Ibom State, observed the peaceful ambience that trailed the party event. He noted that in the past such events were always rancourous and marked by factionalization and acrimony. The Senate President commended Pastor Eno for broad consultation and inclusive governance which led to the emergence of a new executive committee for the party in the state through consensus as prescribed by the constitution of the party. A statement by the Special Assistant on Media/Communication to the President of the Senate, Anietie Ekong...

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Taraba, Bauchi record highest figures as NCDC reports 75 Lassa fever deaths in seven weeks

No fewer than 75 persons have died of Lassa fever in the last seven weeks, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has said.In its latest Lassa fever situation report, NCDC said a total of 326 confirmed cases were recorded with 75 deaths in 16 states and 58 LGAs, representing a case fatality rate (CFR) of 23 percent. Taraba state recorded the highest number of deaths with 24 fatalities. Bauchi followed with 19 deaths, while Plateau recorded eight fatalities. Ondo, Edo and Benue states each reported five deaths within the same period. Ebonyi accounted for three deaths, while Nasarawa and Kogi recorded two deaths each. Kano and Kebbi states reported one death apiece. The NCDC noted that the fatality rate is higher than the 19.7 percent recorded during the same period in 2025. ...

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INEC Elevates 2,339 Officers in 2025 Promotion Exercise

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the promotion of 2,339 staff members under its 2025 Senior Staff Promotion Exercise.The decision was reached at the Commission’s meeting held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, as part of measures to bolster administrative efficiency and reinforce leadership capacity ahead of forthcoming electoral engagements.The commission said the exercise underscores its commitment to career development, institutional continuity and organizational stability. At the Directorate level (Grade Levels 16–17), 45 Deputy Directors were elevated to the rank of Directors. Of this number, 18 officers will remain in active service, while 27 are scheduled for retirement shortly after their promotion in line with existing public service regulatio...

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BREAKING: Tinubu nominates Oyedele as minister of state for finance

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Mr Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, replacing Dr Doris Anite-Uzoka.The President has also redeployed Anite-Uzoka to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning as Minister of State, marking her third ministerial portfolio under the current administration.Tinubu conveyed his nomination to the Senate for confirmation in a letter addressed to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday.Oyedele's nomination is expected to further strengthen the administration’s fiscal reform drive, particularly in the areas of revenue mobilisation, tax administration, and economic coordination, subject to Senate confirmation.Until his nomination, Oyedele, an indigene of Ikaram in Akoko, Ondo State, served as Chairman of the Presidential Committee ...

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Award: Ndoma-Egba congratulates Otu on Silverbird honour 

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer  Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), has congratulated Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River on his emergence as 2025 Silverbird Man of the Year. Ndoma-Egba, a former Senate Leader and ex-Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), hailed Otu’s emergence in a statement on Monday in Abuja. He described the award l as well-deserved, citing the governor’s impact on the lives of Cross River residents since assuming office. According to him, Otu has always been a man of the people right from his days as a parliamentarian in the National Assembly. “The award is a well merited honour for a man that has worked assiduously to make a difference in governance and bett...

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2027: Wike Says Ireti Kingibe Has No Project To Show — ‘Won’t Return’ to Senate

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Moroccan Sahara: Finland supports Morocco’s Autonomy Plan

Finland has expressed support for genuine autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty as a most feasible solution to the Moroccan Sahara issue, Morocco's foreign ministry announced in a statement on Sunday. According to the statement, this position was expressed in a Joint Communiqué adopted in Rabat, on Sunday, following a meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, MFA Nasser Bourita, and Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ms. Elina Valtonen, who was on an official visit to Morocco. “In this respect, Finland reiterated its support for the autonomy plan presented by Morocco, considering it a serious and credible contribution to the UN-led political process and a good basis to achieve a definitive and mutually acceptable political ...

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Nigerians in the UK Set to Welcome President Tinubu

By NAN Nigerians in the United Kingdom are set to welcome President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his forthcoming state visit to the King of the United Kingdom, scheduled for 18th and 19th March 2026. Speaking at a special meeting held in Birmingham on Sunday, 1st March, the Convener of Nigerian Youth in the United Kingdom, Timileyin Gbenga Ayenuro, urged Nigerians across the UK to mobilise in large numbers to warmly receive the President during his historic visit. Ayenuro assured Nigerians in the diaspora of the administration’s commitment to national development. He highlighted what he described as the numerous achievements of President Tinubu and encouraged continued optimism, noting that sustainable national progress takes time. “Rome was not built in a day,” he stated, while ca...

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INEC Deepens Compliance Framework ahead of 2027

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday 1 March 2026 launched a comprehensive technical review of its Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties.This is to ensure alignment with the recently enacted Electoral Act 2026 and evolving electoral dynamics, a statement signed by Adedayo Oketola, Chief Press Secretary/Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, stated.The launch marks a pivotal phase for INEC under its new Chairman, Prof Joash Amupitan with the aim of strengthening agenda designed to enhance regulatory clarity, deepen compliance among political parties, reduce pre-election disputes, and bolster public confidence in Nigeria’s democratic system. The Technical Workshop on the Revision of the INEC Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties brings tog...

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Tinubu commends Ashraaf Foundation for contributing to nation building

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Abuja, Feb. 28  2026 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has commended Ashraaf Islamic Foundation for it activities in guiding citizens on topical issues that are useful to nation building and  progress for the country. Tinubu gave the commendation during his remarks at the 9th Ashraff Ramadan Lecture 2026 on Saturday in Abuja. The lecture with the theme, “Faith and Justice: The Islamic Judicial Perspective on Terrorism and Banditry in Nigeria ” was organised by Foundation with support from partners. Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of State for Health and Socail Welfare, Dr Adekunle Salako thanked the Muslim Umma for the prayers and support given to his administration since 2023. “I want to thank the Ashraaf Islamic Foundation,  because wha...

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Protest erupts in Nigeria over killing of Ali Khamenie

Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, IMN, better known as Shiites, have taken to the streets of Niger State on Sunday to protest the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Shiites in Nigeria are led by Ibrahim El-Zakzaky.

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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

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

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

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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