FCT poll: We’re fully ready – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that it is fully prepared for the February 21 Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory. The commission’s Administrative Secretary for the FCT, Abimbola Oladunjoye, disclosed this during an interview on Arise Television, assuring voters that all necessary arrangements have been completed. She explained that election officials […]
Court sets Feb. 24 to hear suit seeking deregistration of ADC
The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled February 24 to begin hearing a case seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress and three other political parties ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The suit was filed by the National Forum of Former Legislators, which argues that the parties no longer meet constitutional requirements […]
NATO will strike ‘deep inside Russia’ if Baltics nations are attacked — Estonia warns
The military alliance NATO could launch strikes deep inside Russia if Moscow attempts to invade Baltic nations, according to Estonia’s foreign minister. He rejected claims that the region could be quickly overrun, insisting that Baltic states are prepared to defend themselves and retaliate forcefully against any aggression. The minister said Estonia and its neighbours, Latvia […]
Lagos govt to deploy surveillance drones to boost security
The government of Lagos has announced plans to deploy surveillance drones as part of new strategies to improve safety and intelligence gathering across the state. The initiative, developed in partnership with security agencies, is designed to strengthen monitoring capacity and help authorities respond quickly to threats. Officials say the move reflects the state’s commitment to […]
Lagos CP decorates newly promoted ASPs, charges officers to improve service delivery
The Commissioner of Police in Lagos, Olohundare Jimoh, has officially decorated newly promoted Assistant Superintendents of Police and urged them to step up their performance in serving the public. The ceremony, held at the command headquarters in Ikeja, highlighted the importance of professionalism, discipline, and dedication in policing. During his remarks, the commissioner described the […]
Father allegedly confines, chains son for 17 years in Bauchi
Police authorities in Bauchi State have rescued a middle-aged man who was allegedly locked up and kept in chains by his own father for about 17 years. The victim, identified as Muhammad Lawan, also known as Babangida, was reportedly discovered in Shadawanka village after a concerned resident alerted officials about his condition. According to the […]