Spires 5-Aside Opens Registration for Season 3 of Naija Street Soccer
The organizers of the Spires 5-Aside Naija Street Soccer Tournament have officially opened registration for Season 3, with divisional qualifiers scheduled to kick off in April across all five divisions of Lagos State. During a media briefing in Lagos on Tuesday, the roadmap for the 2026 season was unveiled, highlighting significant player empowerment initiatives beyond […]
Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons Eyes Historic Dual-Sport Feat at Glasgow 2026
Reigning Commonwealth discus champion Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons is targeting a historic dual-sport appearance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, planning to compete in both athletics and Olympic weightlifting. The African record holder in discus recently switched to weightlifting, driven by the ambition to make history—pending Nigeria’s approval and successful qualification. “I am trying to see […]
Ondo State Athletes Eye Top Spot at 2nd Niger Delta Games
Ondo State athletes are putting the finishing touches on their training as they prepare to compete at the 2nd Niger Delta Games in Edo State, scheduled to kick off with an opening ceremony on Friday, February 20, 2026. Competitors from the nine Niger Delta states are expected to arrive on Thursday, February 19, marking the […]
Kano Closes Event Centres, Entertainment Venues for Ramadan 2026
Kano State authorities have ordered the immediate closure of all entertainment centres, including gala houses and DJ-operated venues, as residents begin observance of the holy month of Ramadan. The directive was issued on Tuesday by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Censorship Board, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman. It takes effect from 10:00 p.m. on […]
Ondo APC Crisis: Governor Aiyedatiwa Blames Aspirants’ Supporters for Secretariat Violence
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has denied claims that he sponsored thugs to disrupt a stakeholders’ meeting at the All Progressives Congress (APC) state secretariat in Akure on Tuesday. The meeting, presided over by Ade Adetimehin, the state APC chairman, reportedly turned violent when armed men stormed the secretariat, injuring several party leaders. Eyewitnesses […]
Peter Obi and Sanwo-Olu Extend Greetings as Lent and Ramadan Begin
Nigerian leaders have extended warm wishes to citizens as the Christian season of Lent and the Muslim holy month of Ramadan begin simultaneously on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. In a statement, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi described this convergence as “a rare spiritual alignment to cherish and revere.” Highlighting that both seasons start […]
Kogi Polytechnic Rector Urges Staff to Support Institutional Reforms
The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Salihu Sanusi Avidime, has called on staff to actively support ongoing reforms designed to reposition the institution for enhanced performance and academic excellence. The appeal was made during the rector’s familiarisation visit to the Utakpe campus on Tuesday, part of his engagement with staff and stakeholders following his assumption […]
Nigerian Army in Ohafia Urges Media to Report Soldier Misconduct in Abia
The Commander of the Nigerian Army 14 Brigade, Ohafia, Abia State, Brigadier General Ahmad Mansur Dikko, has called on journalists to promptly report any misconduct involving soldiers within the state. Speaking during an interactive session with media professionals at the 14 Brigade Headquarters in Ohafia, Dikko stressed the need for accountability and transparency in military […]
Kano Police Promote 695 ASPs, CP Bakori Urges Integrity and Professionalism
The Kano State Police Command has decorated 695 newly promoted officers with the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), reinforcing efforts to strengthen leadership and operational efficiency within the Force. The officers, who were elevated from the rank of Inspector, were formally decorated during a ceremony held on Tuesday across various formations and departments. […]
TCN Announces Zungeru Substation Maintenance, Power Disruption in Four Niger Areas
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a scheduled maintenance exercise at its Zungeru Transmission Substation in Niger State, with temporary power disruption expected in parts of the state on February 18 and 19, 2026. According to a statement issued by the General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the maintenance will run from 11:00 […]