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February 24, 2026

Tinubu govt paid N10 billion to Boko Haram to free abducted schoolchildren, teachers: Agence France-Presse

Citing two sources, AFP stated that “the total ransom at N40 million per head — around $7 million in total”, while “another put the figure lower at N2 billion overall”.

President Bola Tinubu , Boko Haram and National Security Adviser Ribadu
February 23, 2026

15 killed in Peru helicopter crash

The remains of the victims, including children aged three and 17 years old, were found at the scene.

Scene of the helicopter crash
February 23, 2026

UK police arrest ex-ambassador to U.S. Peter Mandelson amid Epstein accusations

Mr Mandelson expressed regret for his association with the late Mr Epstein. 

Peter Mandelson
February 23, 2026

Lagos assembly announces suspension of 78-day health workers’ strike

The Lagos State House of Assembly, on Monday, announced the suspension of the 78 day strike embarked on by health workers in Lagos following the intervention of members of Legislature

Lagos House of Assembly2
February 23, 2026

NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to fake Dostinex tablets in circulation 

The agency warned that falsified, unlicensed, and unregistered medicines present significant risks to public health.

NAFDAC
February 23, 2026

Fire guts Lagos airport

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria said on X that firefighters were making efforts to put out the fire.

Murtala Muh'd Int'l Airport
February 23, 2026

Kaduna police neutralised bandits, arrested informants, gunrunners: CP

The commissioner added that suspected informants and drug suppliers linked to criminal networks were also apprehended.

Police officers
February 23, 2026

U.S. court remands Nigerian woman in ICE custody amid deportation for burglary, child abuse

Ms Alayande had petitioned the court to challenge her continued ICE detention, asserting authorities have no reason to hold her.

Court dock
February 23, 2026

‘My Father’s Shadow’ wins outstanding debut at 2026 BAFTA

The film received widespread critical reviews, earning a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 85 out of 100 on Metacritic.

Akinola Davies Jr with Wale Davies
February 23, 2026

UniAbuja expels 28 students for forging results, using hard drugs

The university, during its 191st regular senate meeting, approved the expulsion of the students following a report from the school’s disciplinary committee.

UniAbuja students,