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Nasir El-Rufai Seeks NSA Clarification Over Alleged Thallium Sulphate Importation

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

Nasir El-Rufai writes NSA Ribadu demanding clarification on alleged 10kg thallium sulphate importation, cites toxicity and public safety concerns. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has written to the Office of the National Security Adviser seeking clarification over reports that the agency imported approximately 10 kilograms of thallium sulphate, a highly...

World Bank, Access Bank CEO Say Recapitalisation Will Boost Private Sector Credit

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

World Bank director Verghis and Access Bank CEO Ogbonna predict recapitalised banks will increase lending, strengthen liquidity, and drive economic growth across Nigeria. World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mr. Matthew Verghis, on Thursday declared that the ongoing recapitalisation of the banking industry will strengthen banks’ position to increase lending...

United Nigeria Airlines To Launch Direct Lagos–New York Flight Mid-2026

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

United Nigeria Airlines will commence direct flights from Lagos to New York by mid-2026, to mark its fifth anniversary. Nigeria’s fast-growing carrier, United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has announced it would start direct flight to New York from Lagos, mid 2026, five years after it started operation. During the period, the...

Nasir El-Rufai: I’ve Not Decided If I’m Running For President

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai says he has not decided on a presidential bid, despite mounting speculation. Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has said he has yet to decide whether he will contest the presidency, dismissing the controversy surrounding an alleged attempt to arrest him at the Abuja International...

FGN inter-agency committee submits report to RMAFC; Cross River listed as oil producing state

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

The Federal Government Inter-Agency Committee on Nigeria’s Oil-Producing States has submitted its final report on the 2017–2025 nationwide verification of crude oil and gas coordinates to the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mr. M. B. Shehu. The report was formally received on Friday, February 13,...

Terrorists Claim 176 Kwara Residents In Their Captivity As State Government Intensifies Rescue Efforts

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

Terrorists release video claiming 176 abductees from Kwara State as government works with security agencies to secure release. Suspected members of Boko Haram, formerly known as Jama’atu Ahlissunnah Lidda’awati wal-Jihad, in a recent video they released have claimed that they are holding 176 individuals from Kwara State hostage, a development...

Terrorists Massacre 32 Niger Farmers, Abduct Scores, Torch Homes In Borgu

NewsDeskNgFeb 15, 2026February 15, 20260

Terrorists attacked communities in Niger State, killing 32 farmers, abducting scores of residents and burning homes in Borgu. No fewer than 32 farmers were feared dead Saturday in a series of attacks by bandits on Tugan-Makeri, Konsoko, and Pissa communities in Borgu Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. Residents...

Oyeniyi: Ministry Of Finance Withholding Capital Funds While Prioritising Salaries, Stalling Nigeria’s Development

NewsDeskNgFeb 14, 2026February 14, 20260

Akinloye Oyeniyi alleges finance ministry is withholding capital funds, crippling development and sabotaging Nigeria’s 2025 budget implementation. legislative Consultant, Akinloye Oyeniyi has accused the Ministry of Finance of deliberately withholding capital expenditure releases while prioritising recurrent spending, a move he says is stalling development and hurting millions of Nigerians. In...

Ubani: Senate Should Define ‘Communication Failure’ In Transmission Of Result To Prevent 2027 Election Manipulation

NewsDeskNgFeb 14, 2026February 14, 20260

Onyekachi Ubani urges lawmakers to clearly define “communication failure” in proposed Electoral Act to close loopholes and safeguard credible 2027 elections. Chairman of the NBA Electoral Reform Committee, Onyekachi Ubani, has urged the Senate to clearly define what constitutes “communication failure” in the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act, warning...

Guterres Urges Nigeria To Lead Africa’s Push For New Global Order

NewsDeskNgFeb 14, 2026February 14, 20260

UN chief António Guterres backs Nigeria’s Security Council bid, praises Tinubu’s reforms and regional security leadership at AU Summit meeting. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has urged Nigeria to take the lead in Africa’s push for a restructured global order, describing the country as uniquely positioned to guide the continent...

DSS Arrests IPOB Commanders Who Killed 5 Policemen, 11 Others

Bwala’s political trajectory defined by opportunistic merchandising of allegiance – Atiku’s aide

Road to Healing Streams Broadcast Ignites Global Anticipation Ahead of 16th Healing Streams Live Healing Services

Nasir El-Rufai Seeks NSA Clarification Over Alleged Thallium Sulphate Importation

World Bank, Access Bank CEO Say Recapitalisation Will Boost Private Sector Credit

United Nigeria Airlines To Launch Direct Lagos–New York Flight Mid-2026

Nasir El-Rufai: I’ve Not Decided If I’m Running For President

FGN inter-agency committee submits report to RMAFC; Cross River listed as oil producing state

Terrorists Claim 176 Kwara Residents In Their Captivity As State Government Intensifies Rescue Efforts

Terrorists Massacre 32 Niger Farmers, Abduct Scores, Torch Homes In Borgu

Oyeniyi: Ministry Of Finance Withholding Capital Funds While Prioritising Salaries, Stalling Nigeria’s Development

Ubani: Senate Should Define ‘Communication Failure’ In Transmission Of Result To Prevent 2027 Election Manipulation

Guterres Urges Nigeria To Lead Africa’s Push For New Global Order