United Nigeria Airlines Records Fourth Bird Strike in 2026, Grounds Two Aircraft
United Nigeria Airlines has confirmed its fourth bird strike incident in 2026, forcing the temporary withdrawal of two Airbus A320 aircraft from service for comprehensive safety inspections. The latest incident occurred on Sunday, February 15, 2026, during the take-off of Flight UN0519 from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Airbus A320 Engine […]
Cross River Set to Regain Oil-Producing Status — FG Verification Report
The Federal Government’s Inter-Agency Committee on Oil-Producing States has submitted its final report to the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), projecting Cross River State to be officially reinstated as an oil-producing state. The report, handed to RMAFC Chairman Mohammed Shehu on Friday, February 13, 2026, followed a six-month nationwide verification exercise covering crude […]
El-Rufai Seeks Transparency From NSA Over Alleged Toxic Chemical Procurement
A former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has formally requested clarification from the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) regarding reports that opposition figures have knowledge of an alleged procurement of a toxic chemical. In a letter dated January 30, 2026, addressed to the NSA in Abuja, El-Rufai sought “clarification and reassurance” about plans […]
Trump Calls on Hamas to Proceed with Full Disarmament, $5B Pledged for Gaza Reconstruction
US President Donald Trump on Sunday called on Hamas to commit to “full and immediate” disarmament under his postwar Gaza reconstruction plan. Speaking on his Truth Social platform ahead of a Board of Peace meeting in Washington on February 19, Trump emphasized the importance of demilitarization for long-term stability in the region. “Very importantly, Hamas […]
Israeli Airstrikes Kill 11 in Gaza Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Tensions
Gaza, February 15, 2026 – At least 11 people have been killed in Gaza following Israeli airstrikes early Sunday, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. The strikes come amid ongoing tensions and accusations of ceasefire violations by both Israel and Hamas. The civil defence agency, responsible for rescue operations under Hamas, reported that one strike […]
China Opens Visa-Free Travel to Canada and UK Citizens from February 17
China has announced that Canadian and British citizens can enter the country visa-free starting Tuesday, February 17, 2026, following agreements made during high-level visits by leaders of both nations. The announcement comes after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Beijing in January to strengthen diplomatic ties and explore opportunities […]
Navalny Poisoned with Deadly Ecuadorian Frog Toxin: UK and Allies Confirm 2024 Death
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died in prison after being poisoned with a deadly toxin derived from Ecuadorian dart frogs, according to the UK and allied governments. The neurotoxin, epibatidine, is reported to be 200 times more potent than morphine. Germany’s Foreign Minister warned the substance causes victims to “suffocate in agony.” Navalny’s widow, […]
Bob-Manuel Udokwu Opens Up: My Daughter Was Bullied Because of My Fame
Veteran Nollywood actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu has shared a heartfelt account of how his children faced challenges growing up due to his fame. In a candid interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Udokwu recounted how his daughter was bullied at school simply for being his child. The 58-year-old actor revealed that the incident occurred while his […]
I Was Mentally Exhausted: TV Host Krystn Enem Opens Up About 8-Year Break
Veteran Nigerian TV personality Krystn Enem has revealed that mental, emotional, and physical burnout forced her to step away from the television spotlight at the peak of her career, resulting in an unexpected eight-year hiatus. Before her break, Enem was best known for The Krystn Enem Show, which aired on PRTV and later expanded to […]
Iyabo Ojo Explains Viral FAAN Campaign: “I Did It for Free, Not Politics”
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has addressed the controversy surrounding her recent viral video praising the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), insisting that the promotion was voluntary and not politically motivated. The video, which circulated widely online last week, showcased the actress applauding improvements at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, including renovations at Terminal […]