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Audu Maikori Accuses Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai Of Persecution 0

February 17, 2026

Audu Maikori, founder and chairman of Chocolate City Entertainment Group, has publicly accused former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai of persecuting him over a tweet he later acknowledged was inaccurate, took down, and led to his alleged organized abduction. Ina recent interview clip widely shared on social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram,

National Assembly Reconvenes Tuesday, May Review 2027 Presidential Election Date 0

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February 16, 2026

The National Assembly is set to reconvene on Tuesday amid indications that lawmakers may review issues surrounding the date of the 2027 presidential election. The resumption follows the end of the legislative recess, with several key national matters expected to top the agenda. Among the issues drawing attention is the possibility of adjustments to the

US Freezes Assets Of Eight Nigerians Over Alleged Boko Haram, ISIL Links 0

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February 16, 2026

The United States government has frozen the assets and properties of eight Nigerians accused of having links with extremist groups, including Boko Haram and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). According to U.S. authorities, the action is part of ongoing efforts to disrupt financial networks that allegedly support terrorist activities. The sanctions

New Tax Laws Don’t Impose 25% Levy On Building Materials, Others — Presidential Committee 0
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- February 16, 2026
The Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms has clarified that the newly enacted tax laws do not impose a 25 per cent levy on building materials or other essential commodities, dismissing widespread claims circulating in parts of the public space. In a statement issued to address growing concerns, the committee explained that
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Presidency Accuses El-Rufai Of Spreading Misinformation Over ₦432bn Allegations 0
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- February 16, 2026
The Presidency has accused former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, of spreading misinformation in an attempt to create unnecessary tension and divert public attention from allegations of financial mismanagement amounting to ₦432 billion. The accusation follows recent comments attributed to El-Rufai concerning national political developments. In a statement issued by presidential aides, the Presidency
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Reps Under Pressure To Drop Compulsory E-Transmission Of Results 0
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- February 16, 2026
Members of the House of Representatives are reportedly facing mounting pressure from various political interests and stakeholders to reconsider provisions mandating the compulsory electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing harmonisation of the Electoral Act. The debate comes amid efforts by the National Assembly to review and align sections of the law ahead
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