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A former presidential aide, Reuben Abati, has wondered what a married businesswoman, Tracynither Nicolas Ohiri, was doing in a hotel room with David Umahi, the Minister of Works, with a towel around his waist.

  Nigerian billionaire businessman Keji Giwa has set social media buzzing after his explosive comments on the TalkwithRuth podcast about the ongoing “Japa” trend.

  The rich customs and time-honoured traditions of the ancient Kalabari Kingdom came alive in Buguma, Rivers State, today, February 28, 2026, as Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakar Dokubo-Asari, Dabaye Amakiri I, Amanyanabo of Elem Kalabari (The Source), formally presented his son, Briebibo Dienyefa, to the Kalabari nation as a chief.

The daughter of former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, Iyabo Obasanjo has stated that she does not regret leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

International multimedia journalist and former BBC correspondent, Donu Kogbara, has said there is something about former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, that unsettles the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the recent judgment of the Oyo State High Court, describing it as inconsequential and of no binding effect.

The President of the Middle Belt Forum, Pogu Bitrus Pogu, has said the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, did his political groundwork ahead of the recent FCT area council elections, insisting that any influence exerted occurred before election day.

Popular Nigerian influencer and critic, Verydarkman, has called out President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, over an alleged threat to his life.

Shanko Rasheed Atanda, the Nigerian Fuji singer, has announced the passing of his first son Jamaldeen Atanda.

U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has alleged that Chinese nationals operating illegal mining sites in Nigeria are funding vi%lent att@cks in the country’s Middle Belt region.

Popular Music Executive, Ubi Franklin has advised the former governor of Ebonyi state and Minister of Works, David Umahi to pay Tracy Nicholas Ohiri.

President Bola Tinubu has halted a planned shake-up within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) that would have seen the compulsory retirement of about 30 Deputy Inspectors General and Assistant Inspectors General of Police following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector-General of Police.

Omoyele Sowore, former presidential candidate of the AAC, has criticized the newly appointed Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, after businesswoman Tracy Ohiri collapsed in court and was rushed to the hospital

Faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has described the ruling of the Oyo State High Court affirming the Tanimu Turaki-led leadership of the party and validating the Ibadan National Convention as inconsequential.

The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Bolaji Abdullahi, has described the recent Federal Capital Territory election as distinct from a general election, alleging political maneuvering behind the results.

In a recent interview on News Central TV, Dele Momodu, publisher and leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), spoke about the increasing political clout of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. He provided insights into how this influence is reshaping governance in Abuja and its implications for Nigeria’s democracy. 

Former Senator Dino Melaye has alleged that every sitting governor who aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike during the 2023 elections paid a heavy political price, losing their senatorial bids as a result.

 In a recent video shared on Facebook on Friday, February 27, 2026, , Primate Elijah Ayodele spoke about the possible political ambition of popular businessman Obi Cubana, offering cautionary advice regarding his reported interest in politics.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced a fresh timetable for the 2027 general elections, rescheduling the presidential and National Assembly polls to January 16, 2027.

An Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has upheld the validity of the 2025 National Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The last-minute redeployments were made by Egbetokun before handing over to the current Acting IGP, Tunji Disu.

A Nigerian businesswoman, Mrs. Tracy Ohiri, has made fresh allegations against David Umahi, Minister of Works and former Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi.

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has expressed regret over his role in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2014, saying the country’s situation has worsened under the current administration.

“Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has said President Bola Tinubu is not Nigeria’s primary problem, arguing instead that the country’s political difficulties stem from a weak opposition.

Pope Leo has banned priests from using AI to write sermons because it will ‘never be able’ to speak to God.  

Yoruba nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has stirred intense public debate after openly declaring that despite being a Christian, he makes use of traditional charms.

  Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o has revealed that her fibroids have returned, and in greater numbers.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep regret over his role in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2015 general elections, lamenting that Nigeria’s situation has worsened since the party came to power.

  In a major political twist, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.

Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President and former governor of Akwa Ibom State has praised the humility and resilience of president Tinubu during a recent meeting at the banquet hall in the presidential villa, Abuja. According to his statements which were shared by ViableTv, he pointed out that the humility displayed by the president was extraordinary.

A former Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Mike Okiro, has provided some insights on the reason behind President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Tunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police.

According to a report by Viable TV, on Wednesday February 25, 2026, a heated exchange unfolded at the National Assembly during a Senate budget review session as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) protested her alleged exclusion from Nigeria’s official delegation to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in the United States.

President Bola Tinubu has disclosed how he was accused of killing the opposition in Nigeria despite not having licence to own a gun.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned what it described as a gun attack and assassination attempt in Edo State targeting former governor John Oyegun, party leader Peter Obi, and Olumide Akpata, declaring that the ruling party is proving to be a terrorist organisation.

 ‘The Edo State Government has reacted strongly to recent political tension in Benin City following an attack on supporters of the African Democratic Congress Party during a gathering in the state capital.

Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the appointment of a new Secretary to the Rivers State Government and a new Chief of Staff at the Government House in Port Harcourt.

Gates made the remarks during a scheduled town hall meeting with foundation employees, where he addressed questions following renewed scrutiny sparked by the release of additional Epstein-related documents by the US Department of Justice earlier this year.

  During a Senate budget review session, Senator Natasha Akpoti raised concerns about being left out of an important international trip. The event is the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), a major global meeting in the United States focused on women’s issues worldwide.

The Nigerian Naira maintained a steady performance against the US Dollar during early trading on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and informal sources indicate that the currency is benefiting from a period of lower volatility, supported by consistent policy measures from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested the sixth suspect linked to the 2022 terrorist attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, in which more than 40 worshippers were killed and several others injured.

Nollywood comic actor and content creator Bamidele ‘Okemesi’ Oluwatope has passed away.

  The tragic death of Nigeria’s former First Lady, Stella Obasanjo, remains one of the most widely discussed medical negligence cases involving a prominent African figure treated abroad.

Police in Abia State have arrested Edward Okorie, an indigene of Isiugwu, Ohafia, for allegedly k+lling his girlfriend, Sophy Chika, a nurse from Ozu Abam, Arochukwu LGA.

Tragedy struck on Monday, February 23, 2026, when a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer and two pedestrians were crushed to d+ath at the Badagry Roundabout inward Seme, Lagos, following a brake failure involving a truck allegedly belonging to the Dangote Group.

George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has stated that the anti-graft agencies have been strengthened and that a lot of money has been recovered as part of the efforts to tackle corruption.

Muyiwa Adekeye, media adviser to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has raised alarm over his principal’s welfare in detention, alleging that he suffered a nosebleed while in custody and that his wife was prevented from handing over his meal directly to him.

  A former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olabode George, on Tuesday urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rein in the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what he described as “embarrassing” conduct during Saturday’s election in Abuja.

  During an interview on Channels Television, the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, addressed recent claims by activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore that N100 million was paid into the bank account of the son of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP). 

During an interview on Symfoni TV, human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore spoke about the recent FCT Local Government election, raising concerns about the political atmosphere and conduct of the poll.

  Quick Read “The spirit of the Lord revealed to me that the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, the Chief of Army Staff, and some service chiefs will be removed from office before the end of the year,” the cleric stated.