“Equip The Police You Already Have” — Cardinal Onaiyekan Tells Tinubu, Says 20,000 New Recruits Not The Solution
Former Archbishop of Abuja Catholic Diocese, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, has told President Bola Tinubu to treat as top priority the equipping of the present crop of policemen and security operatives…
“We’ll Take The Fight To Them” — Gov. Ododo Says Bandit Commanders Have Moved Into Kogi
Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State says bandits’ commanders have relocated to Kogi state in an attempt to intensify attacks, but the government and security agencies will take the…
“I’m A Bona Fide Member” — El-Rufai Joins ADC, Declares Battle Against APC Ahead Of 2027
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), signaling a major realignment in Nigerian opposition politics and a clear challenge to the ruling All…
Guinea-Bissau’s Deposed President Embalo Arrives In Senegal After Coup
Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embalo is in Senegal after being detained during a military coup in his country, the government in Dakar said Thursday, as a lead opponent accused him…
“11 Students, Two Staff Injured” — NESREA Seals Cornerstone Quarry Over Violent Dutse Explosion
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has shut down Cornerstone, operated by Istanbul Quarry in Dutse, Abuja, after flying rocks from a blast injured staff and students…
“Damagum, Anyanwu Remain Legitimate Leaders Until December 8” — Lamido Says Tenure Concludes Per PDP Constitution
Former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has issued a 10-day ultimatum to the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to resolve what he described as deepening internal…
Senate Confirms Hon. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran As FCC Executive Chairman, Approves 36-State Board
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Hon. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), alongside 36 other nominees submitted by President Bola Tinubu to constitute…
“Exiting CPS Next Week” — Senate President Akpabio Assures Retired Police Officers Of Pension Relief
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, Thursday assured protesting retired police officers that the National Assembly will, next week, formally remove them from the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), marking…
Chief Justice Of Nigeria Among VIPs Affected As Police Withdraw Security Personnel Nationwide
The Nigeria Police Force’s Mobile Force, 50 Squadron in Kubwa, Abuja, has issued urgent instructions for all officers assigned to provide security for high-profile individuals, including the Chief Judge of…
“Somebody Ordered Troops Out, People Were Kidnapped—No Questions Asked” — Sen. Abaribe Calls For Urgent Action
The Nigerian Senate erupted in a heated debate on Wednesday over the nation’s spiraling insecurity, with Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South) launching a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration…