FIFA Word Cup eligibility row: National Sports Commission Chairman confident Nigeria will prevail against DR Congo
The chairman of the National Sports Commission says he is confident Nigeria will come out victorious in the eligibility dispute involving DR Congo over the FIFA World Cup. He expressed optimism that the issue will be resolved fairly according to global football regulations. He noted that Nigeria’s football authorities have presented strong arguments and supporting […]
DSS to arraign El-Rufai Feb 25 over alleged cybercrime, security breach
The Department of State Services has scheduled February 25 for the arraignment of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El‑Rufai, over alleged cybercrime and national security violations. The case follows a three-count charge reportedly filed after comments he made during a televised interview. According to court documents, the former governor allegedly admitted during a programme on […]
Man allegedly st@bs cousin to d3ath, injures two in Adamawa
Police authorities in Adamawa State have launched an investigation after a man allegedly attacked members of his family, leading to the death of his cousin and injuries to two others. The incident reportedly occurred during a dispute that escalated into violence, shocking residents of the community. Local sources said the suspect was quickly apprehended after […]
Donald Trump calls ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest ‘a very sad thing’ and ‘so bad for the Royal Family’
U.S. President Donald Trump has reacted to the arrest of ex-royal Prince Andrew, describing the situation as “very sad” and damaging to Britain’s Royal Family. He said the development was unfortunate and suggested it casts a shadow over the monarchy’s public image. Trump made the remark while speaking to reporters, noting that the controversy surrounding […]
EPL: Shearer predicts Tottenham vs Arsenal, Chelsea, Man Utd fixtures
Former Alan Shearer has shared his predictions for this weekend’s Premier League fixtures. The title race tightens after Arsenal dropped points at Wolves, while Manchester City faces Newcastle first. Shearer predicted that Chelsea will beat Burnley, and Manchester City will defeat Newcastle, keeping them in the title hunt. For the North London clash, he expects […]
Iran petitions UN security council over alleged United States military threats
Iran has officially submitted a complaint to the United Nations Security Council, accusing the United States of issuing direct military threats and violating international law. The letter, dated February 19, 2026, was addressed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the Council’s President, James Kariuki. The complaint stems from a February 18 social media post by […]
US Lawmakers Vote to Rename Florida Airport after President Donald Trump
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Lawmakers in Florida have approved legislation to rename Palm Beach International Airport in honor of President Donald J. Trump, marking a significant step toward commemorating the president in his adopted home state. The Republican-led Florida State Legislature passed the measure Thursday with a comfortable margin, according to state records. The bill proposes […]
Over 1,000 Kenyans Recruited to Fight for Russia in Ukraine
More than 1,000 Kenyans have been recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine, according to a Kenyan intelligence report presented to lawmakers. The National Intelligence Service and rogue state officials colluded with human trafficking syndicates to target former soldiers, police officers, and unemployed youth with promises of high salaries and bonuses. Kimani Ichung’wah, the leader of the […]
Investors Pivot to Hard Assets Amid AI Disruption Concerns
Concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) could render traditional digital service models obsolete are driving a pronounced market rotation in 2026, as investors rebalance portfolios toward hard assets and companies perceived as less vulnerable to technological disruption. After more than two years of enthusiasm for AI-linked growth stocks, capital is shifting away from enterprise software and […]
Air chief charges personnel to deepen inter-agency cooperation, uphold discipline
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has urged Nigerian Air Force personnel to strengthen inter-agency cooperation, maintain discipline, and boost morale to achieve mission success. He emphasized that vigilance and professionalism are essential in all operations. During an inspection at 303 Composite Group, Nigerian Air Force, Aneke highlighted the […]