NIGERIA ACHIEVES IMPRESSIVE PROGRESS AS ICAO WACAF CONCLUDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE MISSION
Nigeria achieved an impressive outing as the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Western and Central African Office (WACAF) Regional Office Safety..Team (ROST) concluded its technical assistance mission. At the debriefing ceremony held at Authority’s Corporate Headquarters on Thursday, 19th February, 2026, the Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Capt. Chris Najomo, described the mission as a…
DSS Set to Arraign Nasir el-Rufai February 25 Over Alleged Unlawful Interception of NSA Ribadu’s Phone Communications
The DSS filed a three-count criminal charge against el-Rufai, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/99/2026, accusing him of violating the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024, and the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003.Court documents indicate that the charges stem from allegations that el-Rufai unlawfully intercepted or participated in the interception of telephone communications belonging to the National Security Adviser…
Faction Slams ‘Shameful’ Withdrawal of Chairmanship Candidates in FCT Polls as Anti-Democratic
The Turaki-led faction of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the recent withdrawal of some of its chairmanship candidates from the upcoming FCT Area Council elections, describing the moves as “shameful,” “anti-democratic,” and carried out without the party’s consent. In a press statement issued on Friday, February 20, 2026, and signed by National…
Millions Down the Drain: NCAT’s Idle $13m-$21m Boeing 737 Simulator Drains Funds Amid Certification Delays
The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria – widely regarded as one of Africa’s premier aviation training institutions – is facing scrutiny over its multimillion-dollar Boeing 737 full-flight simulator that has sat largely unused since its installation around 2020. According to a recent report by Independent Newspaper Nigeria (published February 20, 2026), the facility,…
Nigerians Embrace Digital Savings with Lifestyle Perks Amid Rising Urban Farming and Wellness Debates
Lagos, Nigeria – February 20, 2026 – As economic pressures persist, Nigerians are increasingly turning to digital savings fintech platforms that blend financial discipline with everyday lifestyle rewards, highlighting a shift in how wellness, leisure, and money management intersect in daily life.A notable example is Jollof+, a digital savings app powered by Baobab Nigeria, which…
Nigeria Champions Africa’s Health Security Sovereignty at 39th AU Summit Amid Debates on Access and Innovation
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – February 2026 – At the recently concluded 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government, held from February 14-15, 2026, in Addis Ababa, Nigeria strongly advocated for Africa’s health security sovereignty. Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, emphasized the urgent need…
Africa’s Energy Future Accelerates: Nigeria Hands Over $5 Billion African Energy Bank HQ as Continent Eyes Self-Reliant Financing
Lagos, Nigeria – February 20, 2026 – Energy transitions, strategic investments, and Africa’s push for greater control over its resources are dominating conversations across the continent. In a landmark development, Nigeria has officially handed over the headquarters of the African Energy Bank (AEB) to the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO) and partners, including Afreximbank. This…
Nollywood & Afrobeats Shine: Timini Egbuson’s ‘Love and New Notes’ Smashes ₦106M Opening Record, Tems & Burna Boy Top Billboard History, Plus More Buzzing Updates
The Nollywood and music scenes are on fire this February 2026, with blockbuster releases, trailblazing milestones, and trending celebrity moments capturing widespread attention.Leading the charge in cinemas is Timini Egbuson’s romantic film Love and New Notes, which has exploded at the box office. The movie, produced by Egbuson himself and directed by Kayode Kasum, grossed…
Nigeria’s Fintech Sector Faces Growth Pains Amid Regulatory Hurdles and Funding Squeeze – CBN Report Reveals
Lagos, February 20, 2026 – Nigeria’s fintech industry, a powerhouse of innovation and financial inclusion across Africa, continues to drive digital transformation despite mounting challenges, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) landmark report titled Shaping the Future of Fintech in Nigeria: Innovation, Inclusion and Integrity, released on February 2, 2026. The inaugural report,…
MTN Nigeria and FAAN Launch Free Wi-Fi at Major Airports: Boosting Connectivity for Travellers Nationwide
Lagos, Nigeria – In a significant public-private partnership, MTN Nigeria has teamed up with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to roll out free Wi-Fi services at key international airports, starting with the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Terminal 2 in Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The official launch took…
