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FCT polls: Bwari PDP candidate steps down for APC rival
FCT polls: Bwari PDP candidate steps down for APC rival
Wike hails Tinubu’s assent to Electoral Act Amendment Bill
Wike hails Tinubu’s assent to Electoral Act Amendment Bill
NCC sets March 20 deadline for review, submission of communications policy
NCC sets March 20 deadline for review, submission of communications policy
Cardoso seeks climate-ressilient growth, industrialisation, job creation in Africa
Cardoso seeks climate-ressilient growth, industrialisation, job creation in Africa
Ikorodu residents protest alleged prolonged, ‘arbitrary’ blackout
Ikorodu residents protest alleged prolonged, ‘arbitrary’ blackout
LIFE-ND trains 655 Edo agribusiness entrepreneurs on export standards
LIFE-ND trains 655 Edo agribusiness entrepreneurs on export standards
FRSC marks 38 years of transforming road safety
FRSC marks 38 years of transforming road safety
Overcrowding, urban growth accelerating infectious diseases in Nigeria — UNILAG VC
Overcrowding, urban growth accelerating infectious diseases in Nigeria — UNILAG VC
 U.S. occupies central position in world ecosystem – Centre
 U.S. occupies central position in world ecosystem – Centre
Former Presidential candidate backs stronger grassroots governance
Former Presidential candidate backs stronger grassroots governance

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News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) is the primary news contents provider for Nigeria’s News Industry, such as newspapers, electronic media and bloggers. Established by the Nigerian Government via Decree 19 in 1976, NAN became operational on 2 October 1978.

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FCT polls: Bwari PDP candidate steps down for APC rival

Philip Daniel Yatai – February 18, 2026
By Philip Yatai Mr Julius Adamu, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Bwari Area Council chairmanship in the FCT...
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Politics

Wike hails Tinubu’s assent to Electoral Act Amendment Bill

Philip Daniel Yatai – February 18, 2026
By Philip Yatai Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has hailed President Bola Tinubu for the prompt...
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General News

NCC sets March 20 deadline for review, submission of communications policy

Abdulrahman Kadiri – February 18, 2026
By Jessica Dogo Abuja, Feb. 18, 2026 (NAN) The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has given interested industry stakeholders March 20...
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Economy/Business

Cardoso seeks climate-ressilient growth, industrialisation, job creation in Africa

Abdulrahman Kadiri – February 18, 2026
By Kadiri Abdulrahman The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, says it is imperative for...
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Community

Ikorodu residents protest alleged prolonged, ‘arbitrary’ blackout

Folashade Adeniran – February 18, 2026
By Oluwaseun Nubi Residents under the aegis of Joint Erunwen Community Development Forum in Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos...
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How smuggling, policy lapses threaten Nigeria’s oilseed ecosystem  

How smuggling, policy lapses threaten Nigeria’s oilseed ecosystem  

By: Folashade Adeniran
On: February 17, 2026
In: Features
Africa needs its own credit rating agency

Africa needs its own credit rating agency

By: Ismail Abdulaziz
On: February 16, 2026
Strengthening AU frameworks to deepen cooperation among member states

Strengthening AU frameworks to deepen cooperation among member states

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 16, 2026
A new dawn in Nigerian Technical Aid Corps

A new dawn in Nigerian Technical Aid Corps

By: Ismail Abdulaziz
On: February 14, 2026
Runsewe’s global honour draws attention to Africa’s Creative Economy

Runsewe’s global honour draws attention to Africa’s Creative Economy

By: Joshua Olomu
On: February 11, 2026

Politics and Governance

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FCT polls: Bwari PDP candidate steps down for APC rival

FCT polls: Bwari PDP candidate steps down for APC rival

By: Philip Daniel Yatai
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
Wike hails Tinubu’s assent to Electoral Act Amendment Bill

Wike hails Tinubu’s assent to Electoral Act Amendment Bill

By: Philip Daniel Yatai
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
FEMD, foundation distributes food items to 300 IDPs in Abuja

FEMD, foundation distributes food items to 300 IDPs in Abuja

By: Philip Daniel Yatai
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
APC distributes materials for ward congresses in Benue

APC distributes materials for ward congresses in Benue

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
APC distributes materials for ward congresses in Benue

2027: Sule assures APC governorship aspirants of free, fair primaries

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
Probe into tax concessions, waivers not a witch-hunt, says Faleke

Probe into tax concessions, waivers not a witch-hunt, says Faleke

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
Multi-committee budget defence crucial for examination of Govt spending plans, priorities -Nwoko

Multi-committee budget defence crucial for examination of Govt spending plans, priorities -Nwoko

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 18, 2026
In: Politics
The Opening Ceremony of the 18th Europe-China Business & Technology Cooperation Fair
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Business and Economy

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Cardoso seeks climate-ressilient growth, industrialisation, job creation in Africa

Cardoso seeks climate-ressilient growth, industrialisation, job creation in Africa

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 18, 2026
In: Economy/Business
LIFE-ND trains 655 Edo agribusiness entrepreneurs on export standards

LIFE-ND trains 655 Edo agribusiness entrepreneurs on export standards

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 18, 2026
In: Agriculture
Institute charges young directors to strengthen ethical leadership practices

Institute charges young directors to strengthen ethical leadership practices

By: Folashade Adeniran
On: February 18, 2026
In: Economy/Business
Safeguard TSA gains to protect govt revenue — Expert

Safeguard TSA gains to protect govt revenue — Expert

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 18, 2026
In: Economy/Business
ACCI hails FG, CBN for drop in food inflation, seeks farmers’ protection

ACCI hails FG, CBN for drop in food inflation, seeks farmers’ protection

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 18, 2026
In: Economy/Business
NBMA, AATF clear misconceptions on GMOs

NBMA, AATF clear misconceptions on GMOs

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 17, 2026
In: Agriculture
FG re-opens 3 bonds valued at N800bn for subscription

FG re-opens 3 bonds valued at N800bn for subscription

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 17, 2026
In: Economy/Business

Judiciary, Crime and Security

FRSC marks 38 years of transforming road safety

FRSC marks 38 years of transforming road safety

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security
 U.S. occupies central position in world ecosystem – Centre

 U.S. occupies central position in world ecosystem – Centre

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security
India showcases submarine rescue capability at MILAN 2026

India showcases submarine rescue capability at MILAN 2026

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security
Spain, NCTC seek coordinated support for terrorism victims in Nigeria

Spain, NCTC seek coordinated support for terrorism victims in Nigeria

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security
India’s maritime power on display as global Navies gather in Vizag

India’s maritime power on display as global Navies gather in Vizag

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security
Global navies gather as India hosts MILAN 2026, Int’l Fleet Review

Global navies gather as India hosts MILAN 2026, Int’l Fleet Review

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security
FG to curtail challenges in protecting critical national assets, infrastructure

FG to curtail challenges in protecting critical national assets, infrastructure

By: Folashade Adeniran
On: February 18, 2026
In: Defence/Security

Science & Tech

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Underrepresentation, bias, limited resource access limit girls in STEM – Group

Underrepresentation, bias, limited resource access limit girls in STEM – Group

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 18, 2026
In: Science & Tech
Communications ministry, stakeholders to review impact on telecoms sector

Communications ministry, stakeholders to review impact on telecoms sector

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 18, 2026
In: Science & Tech
INSPIRE Project: Nigerian students showcase innovation, tech talents

INSPIRE Project: Nigerian students showcase innovation, tech talents

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Science & Tech, Education
Nigeria must embrace synthetic intelligence to stay competitive, says Akano

Nigeria must embrace synthetic intelligence to stay competitive, says Akano

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Science & Tech
Visit: World Bank commends FG’s heavy investment in technical skills development

Visit: World Bank commends FG’s heavy investment in technical skills development

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 14, 2026
In: Science & Tech
NASS Committee urges investment in ICT institutions

NASS Committee urges investment in ICT institutions

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 13, 2026
In: Science & Tech
DBI, Learn2Earn partner to train 1m AI Engineers in tech

DBI, Learn2Earn partner to train 1m AI Engineers in tech

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 11, 2026
In: Science & Tech

Unijos congratulates Prof. Joash Amupitan, over nomination as INEC Chairman. Read more..

Health and Environment

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Overcrowding, urban growth accelerating infectious diseases in Nigeria — UNILAG VC

Overcrowding, urban growth accelerating infectious diseases in Nigeria — UNILAG VC

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 18, 2026
In: Health
Alliance commits to advancing climate justice in Nigeria

Alliance commits to advancing climate justice in Nigeria

By: Philip Daniel Yatai
On: February 18, 2026
In: Environment
Group seeks urgent support for 70,000 malnourished children in Adamawa

Group seeks urgent support for 70,000 malnourished children in Adamawa

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 18, 2026
In: Health
Minister decries poor maintenance of hospital equipment, calls for audit 

Minister decries poor maintenance of hospital equipment, calls for audit 

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 18, 2026
In: Health
UNFPA, NPC partner Kwara to bridge Maternal Healthcare gap

UNFPA, NPC partner Kwara to bridge Maternal Healthcare gap

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 18, 2026
In: Health
Traditional, religious leaders endorse ”Aso Rock Declaration” to strengthen health sector

Traditional, religious leaders endorse ”Aso Rock Declaration” to strengthen health sector

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 18, 2026
In: Health
FG validates policy to tackle marine litter

FG validates policy to tackle marine litter

By: Muhyideen Jimoh
On: February 18, 2026
In: Environment

Sports and Entertainments

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Yohanna clinches LGAN President’s Inaugural kitty

Yohanna clinches LGAN President’s Inaugural kitty

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 18, 2026
In: Sports
NOC lauds Bola Tinubu’s support for sports development

NOC lauds Bola Tinubu’s support for sports development

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 18, 2026
In: Sports
Alleged assault: Court adjourns Odumodublvck’s trial until April 8

Alleged assault: Court adjourns Odumodublvck’s trial until April 8

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Judiciary, Entertainment
Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji emerges World Number 1 Women’s Badminton Player

Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji emerges World Number 1 Women’s Badminton Player

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Sports
Azeez emerges overall winner of 2026 TYB Valentine’s Day kitty

Azeez emerges overall winner of 2026 TYB Valentine’s Day kitty

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 17, 2026
In: Sports
Ministers seek industrial unity as NLNG wins 2026 NOGIG Games

Ministers seek industrial unity as NLNG wins 2026 NOGIG Games

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 15, 2026
In: Sports, Oil & Gas
Asaba 2026: 15th BIPOGA Pioneering Mixed Martial Arts as a Scoring Sport

Asaba 2026: 15th BIPOGA Pioneering Mixed Martial Arts as a Scoring Sport

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 14, 2026
In: Sports

Foreign and International Relations

German defence minister says Türkiye proves NATO ‘bigger than some believe’

German defence minister says Türkiye proves NATO ‘bigger than some believe’

By: Mark Longyen
On: February 18, 2026
Takaichi reelected as Japan’s 105th Prime Minister

Takaichi reelected as Japan’s 105th Prime Minister

India’s maritime power on display as global navies gather in Vizag

India’s maritime power on display as global navies gather in Vizag

Turkish foreign minister’ll attend Washington Board of Peace meeting — Official

Turkish foreign minister’ll attend Washington Board of Peace meeting — Official

Conflict, instability make pregnancy increasingly dangerous — WHO

Conflict, instability make pregnancy increasingly dangerous — WHO

Türkiye’s President warns ‘Israel’s Somaliland recognition will benefit no one’

Türkiye’s President warns ‘Israel’s Somaliland recognition will benefit no one’

Two-third maternal deaths worldwide occur in war-prone countries – WHO

Two-third maternal deaths worldwide occur in war-prone countries – WHO

Türkiye aims to scale trade volume with Nigeria to bn — Envoy

Türkiye aims to scale trade volume with Nigeria to $5bn — Envoy

Kwara terror attack: UN Security Council wants perpetrators, sponsors brought to justice

Kwara terror attack: UN Security Council wants perpetrators, sponsors brought to justice

Education, Culture and Tourism

Research key to industrial development, national growth – UniAbuja VC

Research key to industrial development, national growth – UniAbuja VC

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 18, 2026
In: Education
UNESCO-REF, others partner to support Nigerians pursuing higher education abroad

UNESCO-REF, others partner to support Nigerians pursuing higher education abroad

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 18, 2026
In: Education
Crescent Pearls Technical College opens to boost teacher education

Crescent Pearls Technical College opens to boost teacher education

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 18, 2026
In: Education
TETFund inaugurates committee on multipurpose laboratories

TETFund inaugurates committee on multipurpose laboratories

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 17, 2026
In: Education
INSPIRE Project: Nigerian students showcase innovation, tech talents

INSPIRE Project: Nigerian students showcase innovation, tech talents

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Science & Tech, Education
Consultant advocates stronger Nigeria-Belgium business forum for Nigeria’s economic growth

Consultant advocates stronger Nigeria-Belgium business forum for Nigeria’s economic growth

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Culture & Tourism
Books are powerful tools for intellectual growth, says Lai Mohammed

Books are powerful tools for intellectual growth, says Lai Mohammed

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 17, 2026
In: Education
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