U.S. Urges Iran to Agree on Deal as Trump Hints at Military Action

U.S. Urges Iran to Agree on Deal as Trump Hints at Military Action

The White House advised Iran to pursue a diplomatic agreement. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt delivered the message during a press briefing on February 18, 2026. “Iran would be very wise to make a deal with President Trump and with his administration,” Leavitt stated. She emphasized that diplomacy remained President Donald Trump’s primary approach. Trump’s Renewed…

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Ramadan: Kano Hisba Bans Tricycle Riders from Wearing Three-Quarter Trousers

Ramadan: Kano Hisba Bans Tricycle Riders from Wearing Three-Quarter Trousers

The Kano State Hisbah Board announced restrictions on commercial tricycle operators during Ramadan. Mujahid Aminuddeen, deputy commander general of the board, issued a statement on the bans. He acted on directives from Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, commander general of the board. Aminuddeen said, “Based on the directives of our Commander-General, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, the…

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Remi Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Pray as Lent and Ramadan Begin on Wednesday

Remi Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Pray as Lent and Ramadan Begin on Wednesday

Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, released messages to Christians and Muslims. She did this as both Lent and Ramadan started on the same day. Tinubu urged Nigerians to pray for the nation’s peace and prosperity. The messages came amid religious observances that began on Wednesday. Lenten Message Promotes Reflection Tinubu addressed Christians during Lent. She…

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Russia, China and Iran Send Naval Ships for Joint Drills in the Strait of Hormuz

Russia, China and Iran Send Naval Ships for Joint Drills in the Strait of Hormuz

Russia, China, and Iran deployed naval ships for joint military drills in the Strait of Hormuz. The exercises, named Maritime Security Belt 2026, took place in mid-February 2026. Participants included surface combatants, logistical vessels, and naval aviation elements from the three countries. The drills focused on anti-piracy operations, search and rescue missions, communication exercises, and…

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Sultan Announces Moon Sighting, Ramadan Begins Wednesday

Sultan Announces Moon Sighting, Ramadan Begins Wednesday

Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, received reports of the crescent moon sighting from Islamic leaders across Nigeria on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The sightings occurred on the 29th day of Sha’aban 1447 AH. Additionally the Sultanate Council authenticated these reports through its Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs. Professor Sambo Wali Junaid, chairman of…

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