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APC Flips Ahoada East II; Napoleon Ukalikpe Declared Winner of Rivers By-Election

AHOADA — In a significant shift within the Rivers State political landscape, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Napoleon Ukalikpe of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected representative for Ahoada East Constituency II. The announcement followed a high-stakes by-election conducted on Saturday, February 21, 2026, to fill the vacancy in…

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APC Candidate Wins AMAC Chairmanship in FCT Elections

  Incumbent Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress has secured re-election as chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory’s local government polls, defeating challengers from 15 other parties with a substantial margin in a process hailed for its transparency by observers and agents present. The Independent National Electoral Commission…

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FCT Polls: PDP Candidate Wins Gwagwalada Chairmanship 

  Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party has clinched the chairmanship seat in Gwagwalada Area Council during the Federal Capital Territory’s local government elections, outpacing his main challenger from the All Progressives Congress in a contest marked by moderate voter participation and peaceful proceedings. The Independent National Electoral Commission Returning Officer for Gwagwalada, Philip…

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James Milner Shatters Premier League All-Time Appearance Record at 40

James Milner Shatters Premier League All-Time Appearance Record at 40

LONDON — James Milner has officially etched his name into English football folklore by setting a new Premier League record of 654 appearances. The 40-year-old Brighton midfielder achieved this historic milestone on Saturday, February 21, 2026, during a high-stakes away clash against Brentford. By taking the pitch, Milner finally surpassed the long-standing record of 653…

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Troops Crush ISWAP Cell in Borno; Three Abducted Children Rescued

Troops Crush ISWAP Cell in Borno; Three Abducted Children Rescued

MAIDUGURI — Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have neutralized five Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters during a high-stakes encounter in Borno State. The offensive, executed on Friday, February 20, 2026, occurred near Sabsawa village as the military intensified its dry-season clearance operations. According to Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the OPHK Media Information…

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ICPC Tracks N4.61 Billion “Ghost Projects” in Zamfara 

GUSAU — The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced a comprehensive audit of 35 Federal Government projects in Zamfara State. Valued at ₦4.61 billion, these initiatives span critical sectors including health, education, power, and agriculture. During a press briefing in Gusau on Saturday, February 21, 2026, Team Leader Dr. Murtala…

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