Kogi Orders Closure of Markets, Parks to Disrupt Criminal Networks
As part of intensified security operations aimed at flushing out criminal elements, the Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary closure of selected markets and motor parks across parts of the state
IPOB Cancels Monday Sit-at-Home Across South-East
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has announced the total and permanent cancellation of the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East, saying the directive takes immediate effect from this Monday, 9th February, 2026.
Makurdi–Enugu Road: FG Gives Contractor Seven-day Ultimatum To Address Safety Concerns
The Federal Government has given China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) and its affiliate, China Harbour Operation and Maintenance Company (CHOMC), a seven-day ultimatum to address safety and environmental concerns on the Makurdi–9th Mile–Enugu Road project.
New NNS Delta Commander Vows Tough Action Against Oil Theft in Delta Waters
The new Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Delta, Commodore Shehu Tasiu, has promised that all efforts would be made to protect national assets and sustain the fight against crude oil theft and other forms of criminality in Delta territorial waters.
Obi Condemns Kwara Killings, Says Nigeria’s Insecurity Worse Than Conflict-Ridden Countries
Former Anambra state governor and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the recent wave of killings in Kwara State.
Attackers Operated For About 10 Hours – Kwara Village Head
The head of Woro community in Kwara State, Umar Salihu, has said that armed bandits operated for about 10 hours in the area before security operatives arrived, leading to dozens of deaths and the destruction of several villages.
LASTMA Impounds 27 Vehicles For Overloading
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it has impounded 27 vehicles for dangerous vehicular overloading.
Delayed Electoral Act Amendment could disrupt 2027 poll timetable – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned that delays in amending the Electoral Act could affect aspects of the timetable for the 2027 general elections, even as it assured Nigerians of its readiness to conduct the polls.
Leaders Have Painfully Disappointed Nigeria – Pat Utomi
A political economist, Prof Pat Utomi, says previous and present Nigerian leaders have painfully disappointed the country and its citizens.
Kanu Appeals Life Sentences, Faults Trial Process
The convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a notice of appeal challenging his conviction and multiple sentences imposed by the Federal High Court in Abuja.