Osun CP charges newly promoted officers to be more dedicated to duty
The Commissioner of Police in Osun State has charged newly promoted officers to see their elevation as a call to greater responsibility and dedication to duty. He encouraged them to uphold professionalism and remain committed to protecting lives and property across the state. Speaking during a brief ceremony, the police chief reminded the officers that […]
Electoral Act Amendment firmly anchored on Supreme Court judgment – Jimoh Ibrahim
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim has said that the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act is firmly rooted in existing judgments of the Supreme Court. According to him, the changes being considered by lawmakers are not arbitrary but are guided by legal interpretations already established by the nation’s highest court. The senator explained that the Supreme Court […]
Police rescue three abducted victims after gun duel with kidnappers in Niger
Police operatives in Niger State have rescued three people who were abducted after engaging kidnappers in a gun duel. The rescue operation followed intelligence reports that led security agents to the hideout of the criminals. According to sources, the police encountered the kidnappers during the operation, resulting in a shootout. The suspects were forced to […]
Jigawa Golden Stars demand NFF appeal verdict before Gombe United rematch
Jigawa Golden Stars have called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to deliver a clear verdict on their pending appeal before any rematch against Gombe United is played. The club said proceeding with the fixture without resolving the appeal would be unfair and could affect the integrity of the competition. The disagreement stems from a […]
Manual transmission of results: Akpabio just told Nigerians their votes won’t count – Ezekwesili
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has criticised Senate President Godswill Akpabio over comments supporting manual transmission of election results. According to her, such a position sends a dangerous message to Nigerians that their votes may not truly count in future elections. Ezekwesili reacted strongly following recent developments in the National Assembly, where proposals for […]
Borno Police Constable Returns ₦2.6 Million Mistakenly Credited To His Account
A Borno State police constable, Alhaji Muhammad, has won widespread acclaim for returning ₦2.6 million mistakenly credited to his account. The officer said he immediately refunded the money, citing personal integrity and professional duty as his motivation. “I am a policeman, and I know the negative perception people often have of the police. That is […]
Atiku, Makinde hold closed door meeting with Babangida in Minna
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde held a private meeting with former military ruler, General Ibrahim Babangida, in Minna on Tuesday. The discussion reportedly took place behind closed doors, and no details of the talks have been officially disclosed. The meeting drew attention from political observers, given the influential roles […]
US To Deport Invictus Obi And 17 More Nigerians On Criminal List
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced plans to deport 18 additional Nigerian nationals identified on its “worst-of-the-worst” criminal offenders list. The announcement follows closely on the heels of a similar action taken last week, when 79 Nigerians convicted of various crimes were slated for deportation. In a statement released on Monday, […]
Suspected Tranformer vandal lynched in Calabar South
A suspected transformer and cable vandal was killed by a mob in Calabar South, Cross River State, early Tuesday morning. Eyewitnesses reported that the incident occurred around 5:00 am on Mayne Avenue. The man, whose identity is yet to be confirmed, was apprehended by a local vigilante group, while other alleged members of his gang […]
Lagos announces partial closure on Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway for road repairs
The Lagos State Government has announced a partial closure of sections of the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway to allow urgent rehabilitation work by the Federal Ministry of Works. The repairs will focus on the stretch between U-Turn Bus Stop and Sango Tollgate and are set to last from February 11 to March 11, 2026. The rehabilitation will […]