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NSCIA wades into Walida–SSS operative controversy

Daily Dispatch February 25, 2026

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) on Wednesday said it has commenced an inquiry into allegations that a male operative of the State Security Service (SSS) abducted a minor from Jigawa State, brought her to Abuja, and impregnated her. The controversy centres on Walida

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Just In: Court declines to hear El-Rufai’s bail plea, says application premature

Daily Dispatch February 25, 2026

A Federal high court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday declined to hear a bail application by the immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El’Rufai.The court held that, since the former governor was not yet in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS), talking about whether or not to grant him bail […]

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FG Welcomes US Congressional Report, Seeks Deeper Nigeria–US Cooperation on Security

Daily Dispatch February 25, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has described a recent report by committees of the United States Congress as an opportunity to strengthen bilateral cooperation on security and stability. In a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government acknowledged the findings and recommendations contained in the joint report

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Tinubu Accepts Egbetokun’s Exit, Names Tunji Disu Acting Police Chief

Daily Dispatch February 24, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector-General of Police, following the submission of his letter citing family-related reasons. The President acknowledged Egbetokun’s years of service to the Nigeria Police Force, commending his professionalism, dedication, and contributions to strengthening the country’s internal security

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FG Denies Paying Ransom for Release of Niger Schoolchildren, Dismisses Report as False

Daily Dispatch February 24, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly denied allegations that it paid a ransom or released militant commanders to secure the freedom of abducted schoolchildren from Niger State. In a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government described the claims—circulating in sections of the international media—as

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INEC Clarifies FCT Polling Unit Split, Says No Voter Migration in 2026

Daily Dispatch February 24, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified that no voters were migrated to new polling units ahead of the February 21, 2026 Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), dismissing claims of last-minute changes. In a statement issued on Tuesday by Adedayo OketolaCPS/Media Adviser to INEC Chairman the Commission explained that the