- Lent and Ramadan Begin: Christians observe Ash Wednesday, marking the start of Lent, while Muslims worldwide begin Ramadan 1447AH, with the crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia and Nigeria.
- Electoral Act Amendment Bill Signed into Law: President Bola Tinubu has signed the amended Electoral Act 2026, amid debates on real-time electronic transmission of election results.
- El-Rufai’s Detention Continues: Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai remains in EFCC custody, facing allegations of corruption and cybercrime.
- Nigeria’s Inflation Slows: Annual inflation rate drops to 15.10% in January, potentially influencing the central bank’s monetary policy decision.
- FCT Area Council Elections: INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan mandates an 8:30 am start and demands total neutrality for Saturday’s elections.
- Boko Haram Attack: A survivor has recounted how Boko Haram used the Muslim call-to-prayer to lure residents to their death in a Kwara massacre.
- Mining Accident: At least 37 miners died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Plateau state, Nigeria. The government has ordered the closure of the mining area.
- Electoral Reform Protests: A group has threatened to sue the National Assembly and police for firing tear gas at Abuja electoral reform protesters.
- African Union Summit: Nigeria has endorsed the AU’s institutional reforms on peace, security, and democracy at the 39th AU Summit.
- ADC: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is gaining traction, with some politicians joining the party ahead of the 2027 elections. The party is also involved in a clash with the APC and PDP over the Osun and Ekiti governorship polls.
- APC: The APC is holding ward congresses across the country, with Governor Douye Diri praising the peaceful conduct and outcome of the exercise in Bayelsa State. The party is also receiving defectors from other parties, including the PDP and Labor Party.
- PDP’s FCT Polls: A PDP candidate stepped down for the APC’s Ishaku in the FCT Area Council elections, citing a desire for local harmony.
- Taraba Governor Defects: Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas defected from the PDP to the APC, denying allegations of receiving money to do so.
- Labor Party’s Otti: The Labour Party described Abia State Governor Alex Otti as a pride of the party, citing his leadership and governance record.
Africa News
- Nigeria: Ramadan starts in Nigeria, with Muslims urged to pray for peace and practise compassion.
- Sudan: UN human rights chief raises alarm after drone strikes kill over 50 civilians.
- South Africa: Trump’s pick as US Ambassador arrives in Pretoria amid tensions.
- African Union: AU suspends Madagascar as military leader to be sworn in as president.
International News
- US-Iran Tensions: White House urges Iran to make deal as Trump hints at military strikes.
- Global Markets: Stocks surge amid Fed meetings and geopolitical developments.
- Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accuses Russia of delaying peace agreement efforts.
- Climate Change: UN Secretary-General António Guterres calls for fair switch to clean energy.
Global News
- Economy: Kenya returns to global markets to fund $500 million buyback.
- Health: Ebola has gone from a global emergency to a disease we can stop, says CEPI Chief.
- Technology: AI development favors dominant languages, deepening inequality.
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Exchange Rate
- The Naira is currently trading at ₦1,346.40 per USD in the official market, with a slight depreciation from the previous day’s closing average.
- In the parallel market, the dollar is being bought at ₦1,490 and sold between ₦1,505 and ₦1,515.
- Aliko Dangote predicts the Naira could hit ₦1,100 to $1 in 2026, citing government reforms and improved liquidity.
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has allowed licensed Bureau De Change (BDC) operators to access foreign exchange from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), aiming to boost liquidity and stabilize the Naira.
Entertainment News
- Angela Bassett has issued a charge to the entertainment industry, urging them to move beyond symbolism and invest in infrastructure to support Black creatives.
- Bebe Rexha has been making waves with her stunning fashion choices, including a high-slit dress on The Jennifer Hudson Show, amid news of her upcoming album “Dirty Blonde”.
- Priyanka Chopra has debuted a bold, new hair color trend, a dip-dye violet-red look, at The Bluff premiere.
Fashion Style
- Paris Hilton is turning heads in a feather boa and new bangs, celebrating her 45th birthday in style.
- Celebrities like Kate Hudson, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jodie Turner-Smith have been rocking the latest fashion trends at red carpet events, including the Santa Barbara International Film Festival and the Calvin Klein Fall 2026 show.
- Ankara fashion styles are trending, with stunning designs and styles for women, including bubu maxi kaftan African gown dresses.
Champions League
- Club Brugge vs Atletico Madrid: 3-3
- Qarabag FK vs Newcastle United: 1-6
- Olympiacos Piraeus vs Bayer Leverkusen: 0-2
- Bodoe/Glimt vs Inter Milano: 3-1.
English Premiership
- Arsenal vs Wolves: The Gunners blew a 2-0 lead, drawing 2-2 against bottom-placed Wolves, with Tom Edozie scoring a 94th-minute equalizer on his Premier League debut. Arsenal remains top of the Premier League table with 57 points, five points ahead of Manchester City.
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