News Headlines Feb 17, 2026. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

News Headlines Feb 17, 2026. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

Compiled by Demola Adefajo

The Nation

Gen. Musa explains presence of U.S. military
El-Rufai faces two-year jail for alleged cybercrime offences
Fintiri: Tinubu’s bold reforms free funds for development
Gen. Musa explains presence of U.S. military
Cavista Holdings names Aiyeleso MD/CEO of Matna Foods
Nigerian firm TGI seals deal with Indian group RCPL
Fed Govt rolls out 2,000 tractors to kick start agric mechanisation
Anxiety over conference committee on Electoral Act Amendment Bill
National Assembly, Solid Minerals Ministry seek first-line charge status for sector
Alleged N10b fraud: ‘Kogi governor’s aide’s, others’ statements not made under duress’
Natasha accuses colleagues of neglect
CJN Kekere-Ekun to swear in14 FHC’s judges tomorrow
Abia APC adopts Tinubu as sole candidate for 2027 poll
Push for passage of Reserved Seats for Women Bill: Women’s groups protest at National Assembly
Court fixes Feb. 24 to hear suit seeking deregistration of ADC, Accord, others over ‘constitutional breaches’
14-year-old girl is Lagos One-Day Governor
Aiyedatiwa’s media aides resign
Ogun targets 2,000km of roads before Abiodun’s tenure ends
Okpebholo to present 54 equipment to 18 councils
Oyo APC to adopt consensus option to produce new ward, council excos
Shettima welcomes Yusuf to APC in emotional speech in Kano
Tinubu reaffirms commitment to interfaith harmony, receives Sant’Egidio founder
Senate okays N140bn NCDC budget, seeks priority for agriculture, security
Circular economy inspires Lagos to reclaim wasted value – Sanwo-Olu
FCTA, firm sign MoU to transform Jabi Lake to world-class luxury destination
Why I dumped Labour Party for ADC, by Obi
Child Custody: Law firm warns Davido, fans against online intimidation
Singer Market Inferno: Fed govt, APC govs donate N8bn to Kano traders
Land, buildings, rent exempted from VAT, says Oyedele
Tinubu has steadied Nigeria’s sinking ship, says ex-Imo Governor Ohakim
MACBAN to U.S. Congress: don’t associate us with terrorism
Fintiri to Tinubu: Your bold federalism has empowered states to deliver democracy dividends
100 U.S soldiers arrive Nigeria to support fight against terrorism
ONSA, Army, DSS neutralise notorious bandit leader Kachalla Kabiru in Kogi
OSAEC commends Akinsola, Aiyedatiwa over agricultural reforms in Ondo
Jonathan clarifies remarks, says he did not propose age limit for political leaders
Child Custody: Law firm warns Davido, fans against online intimidation
Timini Egbuson’s ‘Love and New Notes’ earns N106 million in opening weekend
Gabriel Afolayan: Acting is a calling, not just family legacy
Gabriel Afolayan reflects on creative bond with brother, Kunle Afolayan
Afrobeats returning to authentic roots,
Sokoto ADC rejects appointment of alleged non-members
Adesina: APC will defeat Makinde’s anointed candidate
Why Nigerians should give Hashim a chance
Barau and the politics of democratic maturity in Kano
Senator declares for governor in Kwara
Why Oyetola still towers above Adeleke
D-Day for Super Eagles: FIFA set to rule on Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup fate
Super Eagles Tracker: Mixed fortunes for Nigerians as Sadiq scores, Orban sees red
Zero-tariff opens new chapter in Nigeria–China economic relations
LG launches search for oldest working TV
Nigeria is centre of Africa’s single currency plan, says Cardoso
NRS unveils timeline for e-invoicing rollout, targets full compliance
EDITORIAL: Moment of truth?
Win-win
Of butterfly posing as a bird
Election scarecrow and bogey
Sixty years of futile search for unity
E-transmission and real-time clarity

ThisDay

EFCC Detains El-Rufai As DSS Files Cybercrime Charges
• Atiku accuses FG of persecuting ex-Kaduna gov •Protesters storm Kaduna Assembly, demand update on probe of El-Rufai’s administration
Amupitan Warns Staff Not To Fail At Duty, INEC Hires 1,132 Vehicles For FCT Election
Oil Sector: RMAFC Panel Recommends State Of Emergency, Forensic Audit, Derivation Revenue Adjustments
National Assembly Seeks First-Line Charge For Solid Minerals As Capital Releases Hit Zero
NIPSS Inaugurates Senior Executive Course 48, Focuses On Orange Economy For National Devt
Aided By $4.85bn Portfolio Inflows, Capital Importation Peaked At $6.01bn In Q3 2025
NCSP DG Spotlights Zero-Tariff Window As Game Changer In Nigeria-China Relations
Ogun Targets 2,000km Of Road Construction Before End Of Abiodun’s Tenure
Wale Adeniyi: CBN, Not Customs, Determines Foreign Exchange Rates For Import, Export Valuation
55 Years Of Partnership And The New Dawn In China–Nigeria Bilateral Relations
Unlocking Nigeria’s Gas Potential For Industry Growth
Highest Daily Gain Since 2023 Pushes Stock Market Above N120trn
‘Deepwater Projects Must Be Competitive To Attract Capital’
OPEC May Resume Oil Output Increases From April
NNPC Earns N453.4bn From Frontier Exploration Fund, Posts 36% Shortfall
Coy Gets ‘A’ Long-Term, ‘A1’ Short-Term Credit Ratings
NLNG, Others Highlight Role Of Diversity In Business Growth
Expert: Why Nigeria’s Power Sector Liquidity Crisis Will Persist In 2026
As INEC Gets Set For 2027 Polls…
Burna Boy Makes His Debut Performance At Reggae Land This July
BPP Trains 800 Procurement Officers In Rivers
America’s Final Chapter? George Washington Speaks
At Launch Of Campus Drive For Political Inclusion, Rep Dasuki Urges Youth To Claim 70% Of Elective Offices
NOC Hails President Tinubu Over Record-Breaking Performances In Sports
Abiodun Splashes ₦450m Cash Reward On Team Ogun Medalists, Coaches
Osimhen Reunites With Spalletti As Juventus Visit Galatasaray
Welcoming The American Troops
20 Rotations In 1000 Years
The Senate, Electronic Transmission And Hollow Victory
DHQ Confirms Arrival Of US Forces To Support Armed Forces Of Nigeria
Inflation Drops To 15.10%
EDITORIAL: EBONYI AND COMMUNAL CLASHES

The Punch

Arrest made after two die on Lagos film set
EFCC arraigns Abuja couple over N740m fraud
Idris mourns 14 wedding guests killed in Kebbi boat crash
N432bn probe: EFCC detains El-Rufai, DSS on standby
2027: N’Assembly eyes Jan 16 for presidential poll, suspends Electoral Bill harmonisation
Court remands suspected killers of S’Africa-based Nigerian student
2027: Kano central to APC plans, says Shettima
N’Assembly okays N1.5tn Army budget amid rising insecurity
Women rally at N’Assembly to fast-track reserved seats bill
UN chief pushes Africa to end mineral wealth exploitation
Lagos unveils fire marshal club, holds safety walk
LASG lauds youth council’s emergency response efforts
2027: N’Assembly eyes Jan 16 for presidential poll, suspends Electoral Bill harmonisation
N432bn probe: EFCC detains El-Rufai, DSS on standby
Quota limits stall MDCN induction for 44 Unilorin doctors
Foundation trains Borno health team in geospatial technology
Kwara, Niger plan joint strategies over terror attacks
Foundation partners KAD-SUBEB to train 10,000 Kaduna teachers
Kano fire: FG, APC govs donate N8bn to victims
US slaps asset freeze on eight Nigerians over terror links
After PUNCH report, FUK reaffirms support for campus chapel
ACReSAL disburses N223m interest-free loans to Gombe residents
Kwara urges strict compliance to environmental laws
Tambuwal: Group warns EFCC, ICPC against politically motivated probe
Kebbi lawmaker disburses grants to constituents
Kwara philanthropist bags 2025 Independent Awards nomination
Idris highlights intervention strides at Argungu festival
Two million Kano children exposed to danger, NGO warns
Tinubu lauds Fintiri over development strides
Uzodimma’s wife pushes expanded cancer screening nationwide
FCT VIO judgment not binding on Lagos –AG
Alaafin calls for urgent security over Kwara threats
2027: Kano central to APC plans, says Shettima
A’Ibom ownership of 76 oil wells undisputed – Gov
Nasarawa students hail Sule for improved campus security
Obasa urges Muslim faithful on good governance
Usman, Abure LP factions clash over secretariat takeover
Ramadan: Sultan directs moon sighting Tuesday
Ogun residents plan prayer summit over hardship
Lassa fever hits 15 health workers, kills two – NCDC
Two Aiyedatiwa’s aides resign
FCT poll: INEC partners transport unions for seamless logistics
Igbo not fighting Muslims in Rivers, Ohanaeze counters Dokubo Asari
After eight years, FG begins N28bn Maiduguri-Monguno road work
Bandits kill two, burn LG chair’s vehicle in Kaduna attack
NITDA trains lawmakers’ spouses on digital governance
NSCDC moves to protect fibre-optic cables in Gombe
NSF: Abiodun approves over ₦450m cash rewards for Team Ogun medalists, coaches
Dangote signs $400m equipment deal to fast-track refinery expansion
WAEC releases 2025 private WASSCE results, female candidates outperform males
EFCC arraigns businessman, wife for N740m investment scam
FG unveils 2,000 tractors to cultivate 1.5m hectares
FCT poll: INEC tasks transport unions on early deployment, reliable logistics
Bandits kill two, burn Kaduna LG chair’s vehicle during burial
Niger Delta Games torch arrives Bayelsa
Plateau unveils CNG training for 120 youths
Arrest made after two die on Lagos film set
EFCC arraigns Abuja couple over N740m fraud
Idris mourns 14 wedding guests killed in Kebbi boat crash
Lagos to deploy drones for intelligence gathering — LSSFTF
Four arrested for killing three Cameroonians in Anambra
NCS rejects claims of forex rate manipulation
Dangote highlights local production, value addition drive
65% Nigerians demand lower interest rates as MPC convenes –Report
Osun gov: INEC unveils details of candidates as Adeleke retains deputy
Reps direct Accountant-General, Auditor-General to submit four years’ FG financial statements
Oyo PDP lawmaker defects to ADC
LP crisis: Nenadi Usman, Abure clash over calls for arrest
APC chairman reaffirms 60/40 leadership sharing formula in Kano
Chelle eyes foreign Eagles to strengthen Nigerian team
Senegal coach hails Falconets strength in W’Cup qualifier defeat
Ex-Falcons keeper Dede rejoices as sister welcomes quadruplets
Child custody: Sophia’s lawyer warns Davido, fans over intimidation
Billboard faces backlash over ‘one-hit wonder’ tag on Rema
Editorial: JOHESU’s demands matter
Real difference between ‘several’ and ‘many’
Electoral reform: What is APC afraid of?
Stormy petrel of contradictions, king of dangling suspense
Cost of lost neutrality at the bar
Electoral bill: Other side of Clause 60(3)
Local HIV tests: A shift in Africa’s diagnostic capacity
El-Rufai: Ex-gov’s remarks on Kaduna arrests spark heated debate
Education remains Tinubu’s priority – Gbajabiamila
NANS warns politicians over shady campus projects
Nigerian pharmacist secures $500,000 scholarships
Poly graduates urge Tinubu to end HND/BSc dichotomy

Leadership

UK To Begin Issuing eVisas To Nigerian Travellers From Feb 25
28 Wedding Guests Die In Kebbi, Abia Accidents
UK To Begin Issuing eVisas To Nigerian Travellers From Feb 25
EFCC Grills El-Rufai For Hours As Federal Gov’t Files Criminal Charges Against Ex-Gov
Tinubu Writes For FT, Says Africa Paying Too Much To Borrow, Needs Own Rating Agency
Wema Bank To Host 2026 International Women’s Day Event March 4
‘Adeleke Wept Over Intense Presidential Pressure’, Ex-Osun Governor Oyinlola Reveals
La Liga: Girona Stun Barcelona 2-1 As Yamal Misses Crucial Penalty
FA Cup: Wrexham To Host Chelsea In 5th Round, Man City Face Newcastle, Arsenal Battle Mansfield
14-yr-old Girl Emerges One-Day Lagos Governor
Yitwatda Reaffirms 60:40 Sharing Formula For Defectors, Old APC Members In Kano
Stranger Things Actor Maya Hawke Weds
14 Die As Boat Carrying 100 Capsizes In Kebbi
W’Cup Eligibility Row: NFF Awaits FIFA Verdict On Congo’s Players, Says No Decision Yet
Tyson Fury Ends 15-Month Hiatus To Fight Arslanbek Makhmudov
Tonto Dikeh Celebrates Discipleship Graduation
Davido: Sophia Momodu’s Lawyers Vow Legal Action Over Alleged Intimidation Claims
‘Kano Is Too Strategic To Remain Disconnected From The Centre’, Governor Yusuf Declares
Education Greatest Weapon Against Poverty — Tinubu
‎How JeremiahFJ Sax Emerged 1st Runner-Up At De9jaspirit Talent Hunt Season 4
Police Rescue Mentally-challenged Man Chained For 10 Years In Bauchi
‘I Prefer Settling Hospital Bills To Paying Monthly Tithes To Church’, Says Toke Makinwa
Why Congresses Won’t Hold In Osun, Ekiti, Rivers, FCT – APC
Dangote Signs $400m Equipment Deal To Fast-track Refinery Expansion
Cardoso Hails AU Approval Of Nigeria As African Monetary Institute’s Permanent Member
Congresses: APC Constitutes Ward, LG Screening, Appeals Committees
Obi Slams Tinubu’s Resort To Solar Power At Villa After Promising Stable Electricity By 2027
Godfather Star, Robert Duvall, Dies At 95
Reps Query Accountant-General Over N9.8bn GIFMIS Payment
‎Tribute, Celebration Of Life Program Holds On Friday For Ron Kenoly
E-transmission Of Election Results Will Curb Rigging, Ezekwesili Says
Finalists Emerge In President’s Beach Volleyball Tourney
Billboard Faces Criticism For Calling Rema ‘One-Hit Wonder’
Referee, Assistant Stand Down After FA Cup Controversies
FCT Polls: INEC Warns Against Lapses As Transport Unions Promise Smooth Operations
Nigeria Holds Vast Untapped Tourism Opportunities — Kleber Group ‎
Stellar Performance By Chinese Humanoid Robots At Lunar New Year Showtime
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo Blasts Critics, Says ‘I’m insulted.’
The Missing Link In Nigeria’s 90,000km Fibre Investment
Oyemykke Bashes Omotola For Accepting Male Admirer’s Gift
Tonto Dikeh Celebrates Discipleship Graduation
Davido: Sophia Momodu’s Lawyers Vow Legal Action Over Alleged Intimidation Claims
Yitwatda Reaffirms 60:40 Sharing Formula For Defectors, Old APC Members In Kano
Why Congresses Won’t Hold In Osun, Ekiti, Rivers, FCT – APC
E-transmission Of Election Results Will Curb Rigging, Ezekwesili Says
Electoral Reform: Bugaje, Utomi, Falana, Ezekwesili, Ajaero, Others To Address Protesters At National Assembly Tuesday
Abia APC Passes Vote Of Confidence In Tinubu, Affirms Kalu As Leader
FCT Polls: We’ll Resist Attempt To Subvert Voters’ Will – ADC

The Sun

El-Rufai detained by EFCC amid alleged N432bn fraud probe
Robert Duvall: Hollywood legend dead at 95
Labour Party crisis deepens as NWC seeks arrest of Abure
Trump called Nigeria ‘disgraced’ over Tinubu’s certificate scandal – Obi
A/ Ibom: Our 76 oil wells are intact, supreme court judgement not overturned — AG
Works minister distributes over 200m Ramadan support to Sokoto residents
FCT Elections: INEC confirms logistics, materials in place
Reps boycott electoral act harmonisation as e-transmission showdown escalates
2027: Umahi giving Tinubu false hope of victory in S’East- Enugu ADC
LP crisis: Abure’s faction rejects Usman’s claims, insists secretariat illegally invaded
CBN signals renewed push for West African single currency after ECOWAS talks
Nigeria secures permanent seat on African Monetary Institute, eyes African Central Bank
NRS launches e-invoicing for medium-sized businesses
Inflation eased to 15.1% in January as food prices dropped –NBS
El-Rufai detained by EFCC amid alleged N432bn fraud probe
Visa fraud, overstays may trigger stricter scrutiny – US to Nigerians
Why Nigerians should be careful with Peter Obi – Rapper Vector
UCL: Spalletti reveals strategy to stop Osimhen ahead of Juventus vs Galatasaray clash
Mourinho sets sights on knocking Real Madrid out of Champions League
Atletico holds initial talks with Osimhen’s rep
30 Nigerians receive FIFA badges
Editorial: Ending Monday sit-at-home in South-East
A pain cry against Nigeria’s judiciary
Fat-envelope Bar and Bench
What’s America’s mission in Nigeria?
But, who is David?
Otti vows to pay Abia ex-councillors’ outstanding gratuities

Daily Trust

Goods Destroyed As Residents Protest Against Northerners In Rivers
Obi Knocks Tinubu Over Plan To Pull Off Aso Rock From Grid And Switch To Solar
EFCC Detains El-Rufai
2027: We Need Opposition In Democracy – Shehu Sani
Commuters, Drivers Lament Insecurity On Damaturu–Biu Highway
US Freezes Assets Of 8 Nigerians Over Alleged Boko Haram Membership,Cybercrime
Shari’ah Council Defends Kwankwaso, Rejects US ‘Christian Genocide’ Claim
Gunmen Abduct JIBWIS Chief Imam’s Relatives In Bauchi
EFCC Detectives Grill El-Rufai Into The Night
Defence Headquarters Announces Arrival Of US Troops In Bauchi
FG Donates N5bn To Singer Market Fire Victims
Inflation Drops To 15.10%
Commuters, Drivers Lament Insecurity On Damaturu–Biu Highway
US Freezes Assets Of 8 Nigerians Over Alleged Boko Haram Membership,Cybercrime
Shari’ah Council Defends Kwankwaso, Rejects US ‘Christian Genocide’ Claim
Gunmen Abduct JIBWIS Chief Imam’s Relatives In Bauchi
UK Visas Go Digital For Nigerian Travellers From Next Week
Dangote Signs $400m Equipment Deal For Refinery Expansion
Market Expects Improved FX Liquidity As 82 Recapitalised BDCs Get $150,000 Weekly
$4bn Cotton Imported Annually Into Nigeria – Arewa Cotton CEO
FPIs Drive Nigeria’s $6bn Foreign Capital Inflow In Q3 2025
OPay Retains Leadership’s Fintech Company Of The Year Award
What Next For Fintiri After Tinubu’s Visit?
More Reactions Trail 2027 Election Dates
Women Demand Passage Of Special Seats Bill
FCT Polls: ADC Cautions Wike Over Threat
Hosts Win Major Trophies At 2026 Lagos Int’l Polo Tourney
Bayelsa, Delta Receive Niger Delta Games Torch
30 Nigerian Referees Decorated With FIFA Badges
Luis Enrique Dismisses ‘Noise’ Around PSG Before Monaco Clash
Alcaraz Says He Still Has ‘Weaknesses’ Ahead Of Return In Doha
Over 50,000 Israeli Soldiers Hold Foreign Citizenship – Reports
ECOWAS Court Holds Meeting To Enforce Judgments In Nigeria
Madagascar Cyclone Death Toll Rises To 59
FULL LIST: US Freezes Assets Of 8 Nigerians Over Alleged Cybercrime, Boko Haram, ISIL Ties
Ceasefire Violations As Fresh Israeli Strikes Kill 12 In Gaza
Beyond Defection: Governor Yusuf’s 2027 Victory And Kwankwaso’s Strategic Moves
Editorial: End Of IPOB’s Sit-At-Home
Refuse Take Over FCT Councils Despite Wike’s Directive On Evacuation
FCT Community Seeks Wike’s Intervention On Bridge Across River Gurara
FCT IRS Organises Stakeholders’ Engagement Forum
‘FCT Councils Have No Business Appointing Market Leaders’
Valentine’s Day: FCT Revelers Throng Recreational Centres

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