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Peter Obi Criticises FG Over Proposal To Replace National Grid With Solar, Calling It Gross Neglect

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

ADC chieftain Peter Obi warns abandoning the national grid for solar energy risks neglecting infrastructure, endangering power reliability and national development. A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has described as gross neglect and deeply...

NUJ FCT, NDPC Seal Data Shield Pact to Fortify Journalists Against Cyber Threats

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

In a bold move to shield journalists against escalating digital dangers, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC). The pact was sealed during a high-level courtesy visit on Wednesday by the NUJ led by its Chairman,...

Sowore Blasts Police ‘Lawlessness’ as Officers Storm Hospital

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

Human Rights Activist and Sahara Reporter publisher, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, for the alleged lawlessness of Nigerian police officers. Sowore stated on social media, “The Nigeria Police Force has been ruined by illegal IG, Kayode Egbetokun, under him, the Nigeria Police Force...

Safety First: Transcorp Hilton Abuja Stages Fire Drill

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

Transcorp Hilton Abuja has conducted its first-quarter unannounced fire drill simulation as part of efforts to strengthen safety measures and emergency preparedness within the facility. The exercise, which took place on 19th February 2026, was carried out in collaboration with the Federal Fire Service. The simulation forms part of the...

Facts Beyond Fiction: Governor Peter Mbah Rewriting History Redefining Governance in Profound Ways

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

Enugu State is undergoing a significant transformation aimed at repositioning it as a hub for industry, technology, commerce, and tourism. This position was highlighted in a statement issued by Concerned Professionals for Good Governance, a leadership advocacy group, and signed by its representative, Okechukwu Nwafor. Since assuming office on May...

NCC Invites Stakeholders To Contribute To 2026 National Telecommunications Policy Review

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

NCC calls for written submissions from industry stakeholders by March 20 to guide Nigeria’s telecom policy update. Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called on interested industry stakeholders to make written submissions to the commission on the ongoing review of National Telecommunications Policy (NTP) 2000. NCC said the consultation paper had...

At Least 33 Miners Die In Suspected Carbon-Monoxide Leak At Plateau Mine

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

At least 33 miners die from suspected carbon-monoxide leak at Plateau State mine; rescue teams rush survivors to nearby hospitals. At least 33 miners have died in a suspected carbon-monoxide leak at a lead and zinc mine near Wase in Plateau State, witnesses reported on Wednesday. The tragedy occurred just before sunrise...

Tinubu, German Chancellor Merz Pledge Stronger Ties On Security, Power, Rail

NewsDeskNgFeb 19, 2026February 19, 20260

Tinubu and Merz discuss power transmission support, Sahel security cooperation, railway partnership and creative arts collaboration during telephone talks marking 65 years of relations. President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have pledged to deepen bilateral relations between Nigeria and Germany, with renewed cooperation in security, power, railway development,...

Tinubu Signs 2022 Electoral Act Amendment Bill Into Law

NewsDeskNgFeb 18, 2026February 18, 20260

President says amendment Electoral Act strengthens process and boosts public trust, as NASS leaders highlight electronic transmission and January 2027 poll dates. President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday defended the amended 2022 Electoral Act after signing the Electoral Act 2026 (Amendment) Bill into law at a brief ceremony in his office...

Nigeria Launches Single-Digit Loan Scheme for 6,122 MSMEs

NewsDeskNgFeb 18, 2026February 18, 20260

Nigerian government unveils single-digit loan programme targeting 6,122 MSMEs to boost productivity, youth entrepreneurship and job creation. The Federal Government has unveiled a new financing initiative designed to strengthen Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by granting 6,122 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) access to single-digit interest loans under the SMEDAN Inspire–Create–Start–Scale...