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Police raid drug den, recover hard drugs, weapons in A’Ibom
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesBy Emmanuel Ntekim Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have raided a suspected drug den in Itam, recovering substances believed to be hard drugs and dangerous weapons during the operation. The raid, carried out yesterday, February 14, 2026, at about 11:35 a.m., took place at Ntak Inyang along the Calabar–Itu Road in…
Three US military planes arrive in Nigeria — Report
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesThree US military planes arrive in Nigeria — Report Three United States aircraft carrying troops and weapons have reportedly arrived in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The New York Times reports that the first plane arrived in the capital city on Thursday night, noting officials from both countrie s said the first batch of…
Police dismiss three officers for kidnapping, N1.7m extortion
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesIn an uncanny twist of crime fighters turning criminals themselves, the Imo State Police Command has dismissed three of its officers, having found them guilty of kidnapping, car snatching, and the extortion of N1.7 million. The dismissed personnel were, former Sergeants Gift Ekwueme and Ikechukwu Eto, and Corporal Divine Okwuaru. Police spokesperson Henry Okoye…
2027: Ndume says ADC stands a chance, urges sustained airstrikes in northeast
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesSenator representing Borno South in the Nigeria’s Senate, Ali Ndume, has cautioned that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) must not dismiss the growing influence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other opposition platforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ndume gave the warning during an appearance on Channels TV’s Politics on Friday,…
CAF to decide on 2026 WAFCON hosting rights next week
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesBy Chris Umosen Following growing uncertainty regarding Morocco’s hosting of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), the Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to deliver a definitive verdict next week. The governing body will decide whether to proceed with the tournament in Morocco, postpone it, or relocate the event entirely. The…
Nigeria wins permanent seat on African Central Bank Board
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesNigeria has secured a permanent seat on the Board of the proposed African Central Bank, following deliberations at the just-concluded 39th Session of the Executive Council of the African Union. The decision, announced in a press statement issued on February 13, 2026, by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, marks a significant diplomatic…
Police rescue kidnapped victim, launch manhunt on abductors
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesThe Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the successful rescue of a kidnapped victim following sustained, intelligence-driven tactical operations across identified locations within the state. The incident occurred on February 10, 2026, at about 9:40 p.m., when armed men operating in an unregistered vehicle invaded a supermarket in Obotim village, Nsit Ibom Local…
NDDC Games: Governor Eno receives Torch
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesAkwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has officially received the torch for the second edition of the NDDC-sponsored sports competition. During the ceremony, the Governor assured stakeholders that the Akwa Ibom contingent would compete fairly and healthily, with a goal to “haul in medals” and make the state proud. Represented by the…
Return seized passport – El-Rufai’s counsel urges DSS, alleges constitutional violations
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesCounsel to former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has condemned what he described as an unlawful attempt to arrest his client by security operatives upon his arrival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Thursday. In a statement issued in Abuja, Ubong Esop Akpan of The Chambers of Ubong Akpan, alleged…
Leadership Award: Kalu inspired for more impactful laws
ShareShareTweetPin0 SharesDeputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has expressed gratitude for being named LEADERSHIP Newspaper’s Legislator of the Year 2025, saying the honour inspires him to pursue more impactful legislation and effective representation. Speaking after receiving the award in Abuja, Kalu emphasized that nations are built and sustained by good laws,…