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Kano Senator Accuses Politicians of Promoting Youth Drug Use
Senator Sumaila Kawu (NNPP, Kano South) has accused politicians, especially lawmakers, of promoting drug use among Nigeria’s youth. He claimed that politicians not only provide drugs to young people but also encourage their use to support illegal political activities. Kawu made these statements during a debate on the “National Institute for Drug Awareness and Rehabilitation” bill, sponsored by Sen. Rufa’i Hanga (NNPP, Kano-Central), which passed its second reading.
Kawu also alleged that many politicians store drugs in their homes and offices, especially during elections. He urged his colleagues to take responsibility and called for mandatory drug tests for politicians before they contest elections or assume office. Kawu stressed that lawmakers must work with relevant stakeholders to effectively tackle the issue of drug abuse in the country.
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
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