Homepage Lagos from Friday, February 27th, 2026

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has begun issuing Go-Cashless cards to travelers and airport users ahead of the nationwide March 1 rollout.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Friday rejected the 2026–2027 electoral timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing it as a “political instrument carefully structured to favor the incumbent administration and limit opposition participation.”

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), and his son, Abdulaziz, ₦200 million bail each over alleged terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms.

The Department of State Services has arrested Shafiu Usman, the suspected mastermind of the December 14, 2025 attack on ECWA Church in Ayetoro, Kogi State. The attack reportedly left more than 20 worshippers kidnapped.

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has acquired a 25 percent stake in Spanish club UD Almería, marking a major step in his growing business interests within the sport.

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

A joint delegation from the Senate and the House of Representatives has directed a full investigation into the recent fire outbreak that destroyed part of the Terminal 1 wing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has responded sharply to criticisms from opposition parties over the recently amended Electoral Act 2026, urging critics to stop what it described as “constant lamentation and unwarranted outrage” and focus on strengthening their parties instead of attacking the law.

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has revealed evidence suggesting that some domestic airlines may have manipulated flight fares during the December 2025 festive travel rush.