NEWS

Vote Buying Won’t Be Tolerated, Amupitan Warns Ahead of FCT Poll

Daily Dispatch February 18, 2026

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has assured residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of a peaceful, transparent and credible Area Council election scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026. Speaking at a high-level

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Just In: Nasir El-Rufai’s Bail Collapses as Surety Withdraws

Daily Dispatch February 18, 2026

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has remained in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following the collapse of his bail arrangement. The development comes after a surety who had initially agreed to stand in for the former governor reportedly withdrew, leading to a dramatic setback in efforts to secure his […]

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FAAN to End Cash Transactions Across Airports by February 29

Daily Dispatch February 18, 2026

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has directed the immediate cessation of all cash collections and transactions across its operations nationwide, setting February 29, 2026, as the deadline for full compliance. The directive was issued by FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, in a memorandum dated February 3, 2026, titled “Cessation of Cash

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Gabon Suspends Social Media Platforms Citing Threats to National Unity

Daily Dispatch February 18, 2026

Gabon has imposed an indefinite suspension on social media platforms, citing threats to national stability and social cohesion. The decision was announced Tuesday by the country’s media regulator, the High Authority for Communication, in a televised address delivered by its spokesperson, Jean-Claude Mendome. The authority said the measure became necessary due to what it

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APC Postpones Adamawa Congresses Amid Reports of Fintiri’s Planned Defection

Daily Dispatch February 18, 2026

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed the conduct of its state, local government and ward congresses in Adamawa State. The decision, announced on Tuesday, has sparked political speculation across the state, with party insiders suggesting the move may be connected to plans by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri to […]

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Group Raises Fresh Allegations Against El-Rufai, Seeks House Intervention

Daily Dispatch February 18, 2026

A coalition under the Kaduna State Stakeholders Forum has formally submitted a petition to the Kaduna State House of Assembly, calling for legislative action over allegations of financial mismanagement and human rights violations during the administration of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The petition was presented to the Speaker of the House, Yusuf Liman, following a