February 25, 2026 – Nigeria News Mark

Abia Exceeds 95% Target in Measles, Rubella Vaccination Campaign

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Photo: Abia State Gov. Dr Alex Otti By: Daniel Kanu The Abia State Government has announced the successful conclusion of its statewide Measles and Rubella vaccination campaign, revealing that it surpassed its 95 per cent coverage target by achieving 96 per cent. The immunisation exercise, which ran from February 3 to February 23, 2026, was conducted across all 17 local government areas of the state, covering public and private schools, primary healthcare centres, markets, churches, and other social institutions. Addressing journalists in Umuahia, the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu,…

Violent Attack: Lawlessness Not New to Me, Says Obi, Appreciates Nigerians’ Support

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Photo: Mr Peter Obi By: Daniel Kanu Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has said that acts of lawlessness are not new to him, following Tuesday’s attack on him and members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Edo State. Obi made the remark in a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday, where he expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their prayers, calls and solidarity after the incident. He also acknowledged the support shown during what he described as a difficult time for the family of…

Sheriff Ishola Salami, Prince Akinloye Murder: CHSR, HURMA, CEHRA Commend Police Over Investigation Progress … Demand Diligent Prosecution

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Photo: Stakeholders at the Press briefing By: Daniel Kanu Human rights organisations: The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR), Economic and Human Rights Advancement (CEHRA), Human Rights Monitoring Agenda (HURMA), today, Wednesday, 25th February, in Lagos have commended the Lagos State Police Command for renewed progress in the investigation into the murders of two indigenes of Ajiran community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area. At a joint press conference CHSR, alongside others expressed cautious optimism over recent arrests and the declaration of key suspects wanted in connection with the killings…

Attack on Peter Obi Premeditated, Says Neo Africana Centre

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Photo; Mr Peter Obi By: Mandy Park A public policy think tank, the Neo Africana Centre (NAC), has described the recent armed attack on former Anambra State governor and presidential hopeful, Peter Obi, in Benin City as premeditated. In a statement issued by its Executive Director, Dr. Amanze Obi, the Centre expressed concern over what it termed a growing culture of intolerance in Edo State, alleging that the development could degenerate into anarchy if not urgently addressed. According to reports, Obi’s convoy was attacked last Tuesday in front of the…

BREAKING: Peter Obi Narrowly Escapes Assassination Attempt in Edo

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Photo: Peter Obi By: Mandy Park Former presidential candidate and prominent political figure, Peter Obi, has reportedly narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Edo State. Details of the incident were still sketchy as of press time, but sources said the attack occurred during Obi’s visit to the state. It was gathered that unidentified assailants allegedly targeted his convoy, prompting swift intervention by security personnel. Eyewitness accounts indicated that the situation caused panic in the area, while security operatives quickly moved to secure the former Anambra State governor and evacuate him…