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Kanu, Okocha, Finidi set for Africa Legends gala match

Nigerian legends Kanu Nwankwo, Jay Jay Okocha and Finidi George will join other African greats in the African Legends United Gala Match in Abuja.​ Kanu confirmed their participation during the African Continental Free Trade Area Festival in Abuja. He said the match, which is part of ACFTA Fest, will be a special event hosted in Nigeria, with legends entertaining fans and promoting African culture and grassroots development.​ He explained that the project is about African legends giving back to the continent and inspiring young people to think about Africa and the grassroots. Kanu added that many top former players from across the continent will take part in the game on March 28.​ Former Cameroon star Eyong Enoh said ACFTA Fest will run from March 26 to 28, with the legends game holding on the final day at the Moshood Abiola […]

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Why single women shouldn’t live alone – Pere Egbi

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Pere Egbi has advised young single women in Nigeria not to live alone, saying it is safer to have someone stay with them.​ In a post on X, Pere urged women to live with a friend or family member for both companionship and security. “Personal advice to young women living in Nigeria who are single, don’t live alone by yourself. Have someone stay with you always. A friend, family member/s. It’s never a cool thing to live alone as a woman,” he wrote.​ His comments follow the recent death of Abuja based female singer Ifunanya Nwangene, who reportedly died after a snake bite at her residence. When a follower asked if his advice was connected to her case, Pere replied “everything,” adding that, in his view, living alone is not ideal for anyone, male or […]

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Police urge NLC to shelve Tuesday’s planned protest in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has appealed to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council to shelve its planned protest scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Abuja.​ The NLC had fixed the protest to demand payment of outstanding allowances owed workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). However, the police said fresh intelligence indicated that proscribed and non state actors were allegedly planning to infiltrate and hijack the demonstration.​ In a statement, FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josehine Adeh, said the command fully recognises citizens’ constitutional rights to peaceful assembly and protest and remains committed to providing security for all lawful activities. She warned, however, that reports at the command’s disposal showed plans by the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria and other elements to use the protest for purposes “inimical to public peace and security.”​ […]

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27-year-old woman slumps, dies in boyfriend’s house in Abuja

Residents of Dei-Dei in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory were thrown into confusion after 27-year-old Esther Akwaji reportedly slumped and died in her boyfriend’s house under mysterious circumstances. She was said to have died while eating during a visit to the yet-to-be-identified boyfriend.​ Esther, who lived in Nasarawa State, had travelled to Abuja to see family members. On January 21, she left home around 3 p.m., telling relatives she was going to a bank in Dei-Dei but never returned.​ Her family later received a call from a man using her phone who identified himself as her boyfriend. He claimed he bought food for them, and that while they were eating, Esther suddenly began vomiting.​ The man said he rushed her to Kubwa General Hospital, where doctors reportedly confirmed her dead on arrival. He allegedly fled the hospital […]

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Prosperity Cup seals Barcelona partnership for 2026 edition

Organisers of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, known as the Prosperity Cup, have announced a partnership with Spanish giants Barcelona FC ahead of the 2026 edition. The deal is aimed at raising technical standards and boosting grassroots football development in Bayelsa State.​ Tournament Director General Ono Akpe said at a world press conference that Barcelona coaches will run an international coaching clinic in Yenagoa from February 23 to 25, 2026. The UEFA certified programme, organised with the Bayelsa State Ministry of Sports Development and the State Football Association, will take up to 50 coaches.​ He explained that the clinic will focus on Barcelona’s coaching philosophy and methodology. Other capacity building plans include refresher courses for referees and training for medical and media personnel involved in the competition.​ Akpe said these initiatives are designed to improve the skills of key stakeholders […]

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FCCPC moves against non compliant digital lenders

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has begun phased enforcement against digital money lenders that failed to comply with the 2025 Digital, Electronic, Online and Non Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations. Operators were given until January 5, 2026 to regularise their operations.​ In a statement, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tunji Bello said the compliance window has closed and enforcement has started in a fair and orderly manner. He explained that the move is to give full effect to the new rules and ensure regulatory certainty in Nigeria’s digital lending market.​ The Commission has withdrawn conditional approvals earlier granted to some lenders that did not complete their regularisation within the transition period. These operators have now been removed from the FCCPC’s public register of approved digital lenders until they fully meet all requirements.​ Bello said the register is […]

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Nigerian Army warns public about fake social media accounts impersonating COAS

The Nigerian Army has warned the public about fake social media accounts created by fraudsters claiming to represent the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu. The alert was issued in a statement on Friday by Army spokesperson Colonel Apollonia Anele.​ Anele clarified that the Chief of Army Staff does not operate any official social media account on any platform. She urged Nigerians to be extremely cautious and vigilant so they do not fall victim to scams using Shaibu’s name or the Nigerian Army’s image.​ The Army explained that the operators of these fake accounts may try to defraud people, solicit funds or spread false information while pretending to speak for the COAS. Members of the public were strongly advised not to follow, engage with, respond to or share content from such accounts.​ According to the statement, the Nigerian […]

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Petrol prices stay high despite Dangote slash

Many filling stations across Nigeria have yet to reduce their pump prices despite Dangote Refinery’s cut in ex depot price, which should see petrol sell at about N739 or N740 per litre. Checks by reporters showed that several outlets still sell far above this level, with prices in some places close to N900 per litre.​ In Lagos and its outskirts, many MRS filling stations were found selling at around N850 per litre, about N110 higher than the price Dangote Group’s president, Aliko Dangote, said the company’s retail outlets would charge. At Alagbole on the Lagos Ogun border, petrol sold for N850, while MRS stations on Ekoro Road and in Abule Egba sold between N825 and N870 per litre.​ Other marketers in the area also maintained higher prices, with Bovas in Ojodu selling at N820 per litre and an NNPC station […]

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ICPC invites Dangote over 7m dollars school fees claim

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has invited billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote over his petition against the immediate past chief executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Farouk Ahmed. Dangote is expected to appear or be represented by his lawyer, Ogwu Onoja, when a formal investigation into the petition begins on Monday.​ A special panel of investigators was set up on Friday to handle the case, underscoring the importance the commission places on the allegations. ICPC has asked Dangote to submit documents and other evidence to back his claims, stressing that anyone who makes accusations must provide proof or leads for investigators to follow.​ In the petition, submitted on Tuesday through his lawyer, Dangote accuses Farouk Ahmed of corruption, abuse of office, and living far above his means as a public officer. He alleges […]

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US Nigeria sign 2.1bn health deal

The United States and Nigeria have signed a landmark agreement worth about 2.1 billion dollars to strengthen health security, expand primary healthcare, and support long term self reliance in Nigeria’s health system. The deal is framed as a technical memorandum of understanding that deepens bilateral health cooperation and aims to build a more resilient system for all Nigerians.​ Under the agreement, both countries will work together to improve early detection, prevention, and control of infectious diseases, including HIV and tuberculosis. The partnership also covers stronger disease surveillance, faster outbreak response, and better support for frontline health workers across the country.​ The pact includes plans to upgrade laboratory systems and biosafety procedures for collecting, transporting, testing, storing, and disposing of pathogen samples. It will also help strengthen health data systems and ensure more reliable access to essential medicines and other health […]

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