Tinubu To Embark on UK State Visit+Akpabio Fires Back On E-Transmission+Remembering Ojy's Fathe

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:13:47 +0000

President Bola Tinubu hosted US AFRICOM Commander, General Dagvin Anderson, in Abuja as Nigeria and the United States deepen security cooperation following recent airstrikes on terrorist camps in Sokoto State.

Meanwhile, an exclusive report by The Cable states that both countries have agreed to establish a US drone refuelling station in a Northeastern state.

In Washington, US lawmakers criticised Nigeria for allegedly spending up to $9 million on lobbying efforts while insecurity and religious persecution worsen, during a congressional hearing on religious freedom.

Separately, President Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu are set for a state visit to the United Kingdom next month, hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla, marking Nigeria’s first UK state visit since 1989.

Back home, Senate President Godswill Akpabio pushed back against critics of the proposed Electoral Act amendments, accusing them of undermining democracy without understanding the legislative process.

In Rivers State, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike commissioned Renewed Hope projects in Port Harcourt as videos of an alleged ministerial motorcade sparked widespread reactions online.

Under milestones, Arise News is mourning the passing of Chief Matthew Egwuenu, former Police Commissioner and father of Arise News anchor Ojy Okpe, who died on Friday at the age of 80 and is remembered for his integrity, discipline and service.

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