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Troops arrest Taraba gun runner, recover guns, bullets
Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA) / Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested a suspected gunrunner and recovered weapons during an intelligence-led operation in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State. The operation, carried out on February 12, 2026, followed credible intelligence which prompted troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Wukari to act swiftly. The…
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BREAKING: President Tinubu arrives in Kebbi for Argungu fishing festival
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Birnin Kebbi, the capital of Kebbi State, as the 61st edition of the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival (AIFCF) kicks off. The president is expected at the fishing arena shortly, where he will join other dignitaries for the highlight of the festival — the grand fishing competition at the Matan Fada River in…
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Fishermen begin competition at Argungu festival despite President Tinubu’s absence
Over 50,000 fishermen unexpectedly plunged into the Matan Fada River in Argungu on Saturday during the grand finale of the 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival (AIFCF), ahead of the arrival of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other dignitaries. The incident contravened the protocol of the annual festival, as competitors were expected to wait for dignitaries before commencing the…
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‘Solve your challenges through dialogue’ — Igboho advises Nnamdi Kanu
By Adejayan Gbenga – Yoruba nation activist Sunday Igboho has advised detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to pursue dialogue with the federal government to resolve his ongoing legal and political challenges. Igboho made the call in a statement issued on Friday, in which he also commended Kanu for cancelling the long-running Monday sit-at-home order…
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FCTA partners private firms to transform Jabi Lake into recreational hub
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has signed development agreements with Suburban Broadband Limited and Akida Hills Limited to transform Jabi Lake into a world-class recreational hub in the heart of Abuja. Speaking at the signing ceremony, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike described Abuja as a rapidly developing city with great potential for recreation but noted that progress had been hampered…
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FCT minister unveils road plan to transform Abuja Satellite Towns
The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has unveiled an ambitious road development initiative aimed at transforming the economic and infrastructural landscape of Satellite Towns in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The minister made the announcement on Friday during an inspection tour of ongoing projects in Karu, Karshi, and Bwari–Kubwa, emphasising that the initiative follows a presidential directive to develop a strategic…
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Governor Fubara dissolves executive council, sacks special advisers
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dissolved the state executive council and relieved all special advisers of their appointments. The development also saw the appointment of Mr. Onwuka Nzeshi as the new chief press secretary. The governor’s former chief press secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, was among those dismissed, although no official reason was provided for his removal. The cabinet dissolution was…
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Kwara gets new Ameerul-Hajj ahead of 2026 pilgrimage
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has appointed the Etsu Tsaragi, Alhaji Aliyu Abdullahi Kpotwa Goshi II, as the Ameerul-Hajj and leader of the state’s contingent for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. The appointment was announced in a statement issued on Thursday in Ilorin by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakeye. As Ameerul-Hajj,…
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Bagudu commends Tinubu’s backing for Argungu festival, motor rally
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his strong support for the Argungu International Fishing Festival, describing it as a boost to Nigeria’s cultural and economic profile. Bagudu gave the commendation on Wednesday in Abuja during the flag-off of the Argungu Motor Rally. He said the President’s recent engagement with Kebbi…
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Gov AbdulRazaq mourns slain forest guard, pledges N10m support for family
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has expressed deep sadness over the death of Mr. Omotosho Olawuyi Samuel, a forest guard who was killed during an encounter with kidnappers, while pledging ten million naira in support to the deceased’s family. The disclosure was contained in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakeye, on…
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