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2027 Elections: Cleric advocates fairness, neutrality
2027 Elections: Cleric advocates fairness, neutrality
Türkiye seeks immediate ceasefire in U.S., Israel, Iran war
Türkiye seeks immediate ceasefire in U.S., Israel, Iran war
NFVCB honours Box Office queen, Funke Akindele, with multiple awards
NFVCB honours Box Office queen, Funke Akindele, with multiple awards
DEPOWA graduates 130 trainees from skills acquisition centre
DEPOWA graduates 130 trainees from skills acquisition centre
Israeli strike kills 40 in southern Iran school
Israeli strike kills 40 in southern Iran school
Group urges INEC to stay the course, defend democracy
Group urges INEC to stay the course, defend democracy
Top Iranian political, military figures targeted in Israeli strikes  — Official
Top Iranian political, military figures targeted in Israeli strikes — Official
NAHCON engages Saudi Embassy to ensure hitch-free Hajj operation
NAHCON engages Saudi Embassy to ensure hitch-free Hajj operation
Electronic transmission of results key to electoral integrity — Igini
Electronic transmission of results key to electoral integrity — Igini
Foundation engages 9 schools in quiz, debate in Ilorin
Foundation engages 9 schools in quiz, debate in Ilorin

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News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) is the primary news contents provider for Nigeria’s News Industry, such as newspapers, electronic media and bloggers. Established by the Nigerian Government via Decree 19 in 1976, NAN became operational on 2 October 1978.

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General News

2027 Elections: Cleric advocates fairness, neutrality

Wandoo Sombo – February 28, 2026
By Wandoo Sombo Abuja, Feb. 28, 2026 (NAN) The Apostolic Lead of Revival House of Glory International Church (RHOGIC), Goodheart-Obi...
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Foreign

Türkiye seeks immediate ceasefire in U.S., Israel, Iran war

Mark Longyen – February 28, 2026
Türkiye has called on the U.S., Israel and Iran to immediately cease the exchange of hostilities in their conflict, which...
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Entertainment

NFVCB honours Box Office queen, Funke Akindele, with multiple awards

Folashade Adeniran – February 28, 2026
By Babajide Awoyinfa The Nigeria Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) on Friday honoured Nigeria’s Box Office queen, Funke Akindele,...
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General News

DEPOWA graduates 130 trainees from skills acquisition centre

Isaac aregbesola – February 28, 2026
By Isaac Aregbesola The Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) has graduated 130 trainees from its Skills Acquisition Centre...
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Foreign

Israeli strike kills 40 in southern Iran school

Mark Longyen – February 28, 2026
Istanbul, Feb. 28, 2026(NAN/AA)At least 40 people, including students, were killed and 48 others injured after Israeli strikes targeted a...
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Basin authority targets 20,000 hectares to boost food security

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Features

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Early Puberty in girls: A growing concern

Early Puberty in girls: A growing concern

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 28, 2026
In: Features, Health
Nigerians in South Africa: One death too many

Nigerians in South Africa: One death too many

By: Chijioke Okoronkwo
On: February 24, 2026
Strengthening Community Trust: ACReSAL’s mission in Gombe

Strengthening Community Trust: ACReSAL’s mission in Gombe

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 24, 2026
India’s Indigenous Defence Surge: Lessons for Nigeria from public-private innovation

India’s Indigenous Defence Surge: Lessons for Nigeria from public-private innovation

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 23, 2026
How smuggling, policy lapses threaten Nigeria’s oilseed ecosystem   

How smuggling, policy lapses threaten Nigeria’s oilseed ecosystem  

By: Folashade Adeniran
On: February 17, 2026

Politics and Governance

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Group urges INEC to stay the course, defend democracy

Group urges INEC to stay the course, defend democracy

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 28, 2026
In: Politics
Electronic transmission of results key to electoral integrity — Igini

Electronic transmission of results key to electoral integrity — Igini

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 28, 2026
In: Politics
Turaki-led PDP inaugurates new State, LGA, Ward Executive C’ttees in Lagos

Turaki-led PDP inaugurates new State, LGA, Ward Executive C’ttees in Lagos

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 28, 2026
In: Politics
Senate Leader gifts 1,564 matriculating Fed. varsity, Iyin-Ekiti students rice, yam, cash

Senate Leader gifts 1,564 matriculating Fed. varsity, Iyin-Ekiti students rice, yam, cash

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 28, 2026
In: Politics
Presidency cautions opposition against disinformation on Electoral Act

Presidency cautions opposition against disinformation on Electoral Act

By: Muhyideen Jimoh
On: February 27, 2026
In: Politics
CSO declares 2026 FCT elections credible

CSO declares 2026 FCT elections credible

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 27, 2026
In: Politics
Security foundation for sustainable development – NILDS DG

Security foundation for sustainable development – NILDS DG

By: Nefisetu Yakubu
On: February 27, 2026
In: Politics
The Opening Ceremony of the 18th Europe-China Business & Technology Cooperation Fair
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Business and Economy

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NICA identifies credit access as catalyst for economic transformation

NICA identifies credit access as catalyst for economic transformation

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 27, 2026
In: Economy/Business
AEDC collaborating with stakeholders to ensure steady electricity in franchise areas – MD

AEDC collaborating with stakeholders to ensure steady electricity in franchise areas – MD

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 27, 2026
In: Economy/Business
FG approves N21.68bn for new NAMA headquarters in Abuja

FG approves N21.68bn for new NAMA headquarters in Abuja

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 27, 2026
In: Aviation
NDIC managing almost 600 failed banks’ assets, sensitises debt recovery agents

NDIC managing almost 600 failed banks’ assets, sensitises debt recovery agents

By: Abdulrahman Kadiri
On: February 27, 2026
In: Economy/Business
Senate, Lagos align on transparent procurement drive

Senate, Lagos align on transparent procurement drive

By: Olawunmi Ashafa
On: February 26, 2026
In: Economy/Business
BPP announces procurement overhaul to safeguard public funds

BPP announces procurement overhaul to safeguard public funds

By: Olawunmi Ashafa
On: February 26, 2026
In: Economy/Business
ACCI hails MPC rate cut, seeks sustained support for businesses

ACCI hails MPC rate cut, seeks sustained support for businesses

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 26, 2026
In: Economy/Business

Judiciary, Crime and Security

Army must be technologically enabled, self-reliant to succeed — GOC

Army must be technologically enabled, self-reliant to succeed — GOC

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 28, 2026
In: Defence/Security
IAF displays formidable air defence prowess during Exercise Vayushakti-26

IAF displays formidable air defence prowess during Exercise Vayushakti-26

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 28, 2026
In: Defence/Security
NCS partners Nivea brand to combat products counterfeit

NCS partners Nivea brand to combat products counterfeit

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 27, 2026
In: Defence/Security
Troops overrun ESN/IPOB hideout in Anambra Mother Valley

Troops overrun ESN/IPOB hideout in Anambra Mother Valley

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 27, 2026
In: Defence/Security
Erisco paste controversy: I’ve no case to answer, food critic tells court

Erisco paste controversy: I’ve no case to answer, food critic tells court

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 27, 2026
In: Judiciary
CJN tasks judges on advancing women, peace, security agenda in Nigeria

CJN tasks judges on advancing women, peace, security agenda in Nigeria

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 26, 2026
In: Judiciary
NSCDC, Tantita security firm unveil world class security control centre

NSCDC, Tantita security firm unveil world class security control centre

By: isaac aregbesola
On: February 26, 2026
In: Defence/Security

Science & Tech

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Expert urges Nigeria to adopt risk-aware AI strategy

Expert urges Nigeria to adopt risk-aware AI strategy

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 27, 2026
In: Science & Tech
NBTI unveils 2026 NextGen Innovation Challenge, targets investment, innovations

NBTI unveils 2026 NextGen Innovation Challenge, targets investment, innovations

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 27, 2026
In: Science & Tech
Digital innovation critical tool to crisis communication – FG

Digital innovation critical tool to crisis communication – FG

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 26, 2026
In: Science & Tech
Nigeria, others make TikTok Global Discover List 2026

Nigeria, others make TikTok Global Discover List 2026

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 26, 2026
In: Science & Tech
Space technology key to tackling insecurity, NASRDA D-G

Space technology key to tackling insecurity, NASRDA D-G

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 26, 2026
In: Science & Tech
National Innovation Fund to boost youth-led growth — FG

National Innovation Fund to boost youth-led growth — FG

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 26, 2026
In: Science & Tech
FG trains 900 youths in Enugu on critical digital skills

FG trains 900 youths in Enugu on critical digital skills

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 25, 2026
In: Science & Tech

Unijos congratulates Prof. Joash Amupitan, over nomination as INEC Chairman. Read more..

Health and Environment

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Early Puberty in girls: A growing concern

Early Puberty in girls: A growing concern

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 28, 2026
In: Features, Health
NPC Chairman seeks traditional rulers’ backing for birth registration, census

NPC Chairman seeks traditional rulers’ backing for birth registration, census

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 27, 2026
In: Health
Lagos recorded 12m nuisance calls in 2025 – Official

Lagos recorded 12m nuisance calls in 2025 – Official

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 27, 2026
In: Environment, General News
Stakeholders seek stronger action on disability inclusion

Stakeholders seek stronger action on disability inclusion

By: Ndubisi Ijeoma
On: February 27, 2026
In: Health
Kaduna reviews health insurance enrolment, unveils 2026 UHC strategy

Kaduna reviews health insurance enrolment, unveils 2026 UHC strategy

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 27, 2026
In: Health
Healthy citizens vital for democratic development — Aspirant

Healthy citizens vital for democratic development — Aspirant

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 26, 2026
In: Health
Women affairs minister seeks OGFZA partnership on women’s empowerment

Women affairs minister seeks OGFZA partnership on women’s empowerment

By: Folasade Akpan
On: February 26, 2026
In: Health, Gender

Sports and Entertainments

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NFVCB honours Box Office queen, Funke Akindele, with multiple awards

NFVCB honours Box Office queen, Funke Akindele, with multiple awards

By: Folashade Adeniran
On: February 28, 2026
In: Entertainment
NSC transfers Ahmadu Bello Stadium to Kaduna Govt. for rehabilitation

NSC transfers Ahmadu Bello Stadium to Kaduna Govt. for rehabilitation

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 27, 2026
In: Sports
LGAN appoints Onoja as patron, All Africa Challenge Trophy Ambassador

LGAN appoints Onoja as patron, All Africa Challenge Trophy Ambassador

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 26, 2026
In: Sports
Friendly: Ajibade, Monday, 9 others arrive camp ahead of Cameroon

Friendly: Ajibade, Monday, 9 others arrive camp ahead of Cameroon

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 25, 2026
In: Sports
NTDA DG appointed chairman African Travel Commission

NTDA DG appointed chairman African Travel Commission

By: Joshua Olomu
On: February 25, 2026
In: Entertainment
Wizkid clinches new Platinum Certification in France

Wizkid clinches new Platinum Certification in France

By: Joshua Olomu
On: February 25, 2026
In: Entertainment
Stakeholders demand fresh, transparent elections as NBBF board tenure expires

Stakeholders demand fresh, transparent elections as NBBF board tenure expires

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 24, 2026
In: Sports

Foreign and International Relations

Türkiye seeks immediate ceasefire in U.S., Israel, Iran war

Türkiye seeks immediate ceasefire in U.S., Israel, Iran war

By: Mark Longyen
On: February 28, 2026
Israeli strike kills 40 in southern Iran school

Israeli strike kills 40 in southern Iran school

Top Iranian political, military figures targeted in Israeli strikes  — Official

Top Iranian political, military figures targeted in Israeli strikes — Official

Explosions heard in northern Israel after missiles launched from Iran

Explosions heard in northern Israel after missiles launched from Iran

15 die in Bolivian plane crash

15 die in Bolivian plane crash

Speaker tasks ECOWAS MPs on regional integration under AfCFTA

Speaker tasks ECOWAS MPs on regional integration under AfCFTA

Germany urges collective action on Nigeria’s security challenges

Germany urges collective action on Nigeria’s security challenges

Türkiye-Italy UAV partnership nears 1st production milestone

Türkiye-Italy UAV partnership nears 1st production milestone

Iran presents nuclear deal draft proposal to U.S.

Iran presents nuclear deal draft proposal to U.S.

Education, Culture and Tourism

Foundation engages 9 schools in quiz, debate in Ilorin

Foundation engages 9 schools in quiz, debate in Ilorin

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 28, 2026
In: Education
GOUNI Enugu, matriculates 784 new students, harps on skills acquisition

GOUNI Enugu, matriculates 784 new students, harps on skills acquisition

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 28, 2026
In: Education
Presidency backs committee to curb social vices in schools

Presidency backs committee to curb social vices in schools

By: Muhyideen Jimoh
On: February 27, 2026
In: Education
Skill acquisition key to national development – UniAbuja VC

Skill acquisition key to national development – UniAbuja VC

By: Magdalene Ukuedojor
On: February 26, 2026
In: Education
Council appoints NOUN VC as first Vice-President, names predecessor ambassador

Council appoints NOUN VC as first Vice-President, names predecessor ambassador

By: Afonne Emmanuel
On: February 26, 2026
In: General News, Education
COEASU urges FG to appoint seasoned professional as NCCE ES

COEASU urges FG to appoint seasoned professional as NCCE ES

By: Funmilayo Adeyemi
On: February 25, 2026
In: Education
Family medicine adaptable to modern health challenges- Bingham VC

Family medicine adaptable to modern health challenges- Bingham VC

By: Tosin Kolade
On: February 24, 2026
In: Education
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