Nigeria News in English

Good morning! It’s 26th February, and here’s your Nigeria daily news capsule.

Bizarre VAR incident leads to Kelly's second yellow card becoming a straight red.

Coalition urges Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu not to reverse evacuation of residents under high tension.

Nigeria partners with the IMO on a 2050 net-zero shipping plan to combat climate change.

Research shows a surge in Islamist militant attacks along the Niger, Benin, and Nigeria border zone.

Former INEC Commissioner disputes claims of internet access at all polling units in Nigeria.

Kugbo traders in the FCT seek aid after a devastating fire razes their shops and homes.

Court adjourns El-Rufai’s arraignment to April 23 amid phone-tapping charges against him.

INEC confirms clerical error in FCT council election, denying claims of 1219 votes in Kwali.

Witnesses testify in the UK trial of ex-Nigerian minister Diezani Alison-Madueke over bribery allegations.

President urges his team to take their scorecard to grassroots ahead of the 2027 elections.

Liberia and the African Development Bank launch governance projects to enhance revenue mobilization.

Global Mind Health Report reveals African youth rank highest in mental health crises worldwide.

Tiwa Savage launches a music foundation to empower emerging Nigerian music creators.

Regina Daniels surprises her younger sister with a luxury Mercedes-Benz shortly after her own SUV purchase.

Actress Faithia Williams prepares for her cinematic debut amid personal loss and grief.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!