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The people of Ikwuano and Umuahia Federal Constituency of Abia State have expressed sincere appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the steady progress of works on the Umuahia-Ikwuano and Ikot-Ekpene highway. This came even as an official of the Federal Ministry of Works, Chidi Uwaeziozi, clarified the status of the Federal “A” road, saying the project is still being …

Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. Senate confirms Oyedele as junior finance minister The Senate on Wednesday confirmed the appointment of Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance.Read more 2. ADC launches platform to mobilize Nigerians against APC by 2027 The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a platform to mobilize Nigerians at all …

TCN removes encroachments on the Ihovbor-Ajaokuta 330 kV line The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Benin Region, recently carried out a clearance operation to remove structures encroaching on the 330 kV Ihovbor-Ajaokuta transmission line in Ihovbor community, Edo State. The activity took place from Wednesday 18 February to Friday 20 February 2026. The two-day operation aimed to reclaim TCN’s right …

Elena Jessica reportedly died of complications related to what family members described as her second BBL procedure at the Cynosure Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Hospital in Lagos, sparking fresh debate over the risks associated with cosmetic surgery in Nigeria. Responding to the incident on her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, Oputa warned young women against viewing cosmetic procedures as anything more than …

The Acting Executive Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS), Michael Ango, says Nigeria’s new tax reform is designed to ease the burden on low-income workers. Ango stated this on Thursday at the BusinessDay Tax Reform Conference, held in Abuja. The conference theme is “Navigating the New Tax Regime: What It Means for Your Wallet.” He said …

Netflix is ​​reportedly doubling down on artificial intelligence in filmmaking after agreeing to acquire InterPositive, an AI startup co-founded by actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck, in a deal worth up to $600 million, according to Bloomberg. The acquisition, announced on Wednesday but without financial details disclosed, would be one of the largest deals in Netflix history if the reported valuation …

Fresh divisions have emerged within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after a faction allied to Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike set terms for reconciliation with a rival group led by Taminu Turaki, even as tensions continue to rock the opposition party. The interim committee controlling the party structure, headed by Abdulrahaman Muhammed with Samuel Anyanwu as secretary, is widely …

The Nigerian Police on Wednesday arraigned an Abuja doctor, John Abebe, who is also the pastor of the Living Faith Church, Durumi, Abuja on three charges of fraud and criminal conspiracy. Pastor Abebe and his hospital Joje Abebe Hospital Limited were arraigned before Justice AA Fashola of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Jabi on three charges of fraud, …

Ayo Omotayo, Director General of the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies, supports negotiations with bandits and terrorists if it means keeping Nigerians safe. He said this in an interview with Arise News on Wednesday where he discussed Nigeria’s governance and security. According to him, the government must seek all means to protect its citizens and assets, stating that …

The federal government has attributed the delay in the payment of February 2026 salaries in some ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to shortcomings in staff cost allocation, confirming that other federal workers were paid on time. The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) said the affected MDAs include the Federal Ministry of Steel Development, Nigerian Export Promotion …