ICPC Probes ₦21.6bn Constituency Projects in Sokoto
SOKOTO, Nigeria – The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) has launched an investigation into 64 constituency and executive projects worth ₦21.6 billion in Sokoto…
Month: February 2026
Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Cameroonian Killings in Anambra
ANAMBRA, Nigeria- Police in southeastern Nigeria arrest four additional suspects linked to the killing of three Cameroonian nationals, escalating an ongoing homicide investigation, authorities…
Northern Nigeria’s Unsung Architects: How Women Are Redefining Agriculture, Economy, and Society
KANO, NIGERIA – Amid insecurity, economic turbulence, and mounting pressure on food systems, a quieter revolution is unfolding across Northern Nigeria — one led…
AHR’s Top 10 Health & Development Stories, 09 – 15 February 2026
✍️ Editor’s Note This week’s stories reflect a recurring pattern: preventable crises escalating into emergencies due to delayed action, weak enforcement, or systemic neglect.…
Nigeria Backs AU Reforms to Strengthen Peace, Governance
ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria formally endorses wide-ranging institutional reforms proposed by the African Union, targeting stronger peace and security mechanisms, improved governance and inclusive…
Singer Market Inferno Destroys ₦5bn Goods, Seven Missing in Kano
KANO, Nigeria – A devastating fire at Singer Market in Kano destroys property valued at more than ₦5 billion, affects over 1,000 businesses and…
Tinubu Orders Probe After Fresh Singer Market Fire in Kano
KANO, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu orders a comprehensive investigation into repeated fire outbreaks at Singer Market in Kano following a fresh inferno that devastates…
NELFUND Disburses ₦392.8m Loans to Support Delta Varsity Students
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) releases ₦392.8 million in education loan support to Delta State University, Abraka, benefiting 1,854 students…
Oyo Takes Free HIV, TB, Malaria Tests to Ajegunle Market
OYO, Nigeria – The Oyo State Agency for the Control of AIDS expands grassroots healthcare access, offering free HIV, malaria and tuberculosis testing to…
Katsina Sponsors 34 Nurses for German Training, Language Exam
KATSINA, Nigeria – The Katsina State Government sponsors 34 female nurses and midwives for overseas professional development, launching an eight-month German language programme as…