by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 18, 2026 | NEWS
‎The Senate has amended Clause 28 of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, slashing the notice of election requirements by 60 days, from 360 days to 300, ‎This leaves the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) the flexibility to fix the election dates...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 18, 2026 | NEWS
The Senate has passed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026. ‎Proceedings in the Senate were momentarily stalled as lawmakers commenced clause-by-clause consideration of the, following a motion to rescind the earlier amendment. ‎The motion to...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 18, 2026 | NEWS
The federal government has called for stronger partnership among stakeholders to empower youths in the agricultural sectors ‎The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, made the appeal on Tuesday in Abuja at the maiden edition of the National...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 18, 2026 | NEWS
‎ ‎Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged stakeholders, including financial institutions, government agencies and the private sector, to broaden their support for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). ‎ ‎Noting their vital role in economic growth, job...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 16, 2026 | NEWS, Sports
‎Arsenal has moved into the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in six years as the quadruple chasers crushed Wigan 4-0 ‎Mikel Arteta’s side routed the third-tier strugglers with four goals in the first 27 minutes of the fourth round tie at the Emirates...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 16, 2026 | NEWS
‎A former energy minister in Ukraine has been detained while attempting to leave the country ‎German Galushchenko, who was forced out of his government role last year after being among officials named in a corruption scandal, was reportedly apprehended on...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 16, 2026 | NEWS
The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMinna) is set to formally absorb the latest batch of fresh undergraduates into the University community as it prepares for its 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony at the University’s main campus in Gidan Kwano....
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 16, 2026 | NEWS
[IT_EPOLL id=”1″][/IT_EPOLL]The Federal Government has expressed concern over the rising cases of citizens being illegally recruited to participate in foreign armed conflicts, ‎It warned that such activities posed grave danger to lives and violated both...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 16, 2026 | NEWS
Nigeria and Angola have signed a bilateral agreement waiving visa requirements for holders of Diplomatic and Official/Service Passports, ‎This is a move aimed at easing official engagements and strengthening bilateral relations between both countries. ‎The agreement...
by Abdul-Wahab Muhammad Ibaku | Feb 16, 2026 | NEWS
The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has debunked rumours that new tax laws will take effect in 2027, imposing a 25% tax on funds meant for building materials and other transactions. ‎ ‎In a statement made available to News men on Sunday, the...