Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Abiodun commends Tinubu’s renewed commitment to national security
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his renewed commitment to national security during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day service at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Ake, Abeokuta. The governor highlighted the federal government’s efforts to strengthen intelligence coordination, improve inter-agency collaboration, provide modern equipment, and enhance the […]
Support military, visit barracks, IDP camps – Gov Alia urges Benue residents
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has urged residents of the state to show stronger support for the military by visiting barracks and internally displaced persons (IDP) camps. He said such visits would boost the morale of security personnel and bring comfort to families affected by violence and displacement. The governor explained that soldiers are making […]
Edo: Why insecurity is growing wild – Aigbokhan Oseremen
A security analyst, Aigbokhan Oseremen, has explained why insecurity is becoming worse in Edo State, saying poor economic conditions, unemployment and weak law enforcement are major reasons behind the growing wave of crime and violence in the state. According to him, many young people without jobs or stable income are easily drawn into criminal activities […]
Release Abubakar Musa or face Nigerians – Atiku tells Tinubu govt
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Federal Government to immediately release Abubakar Musa, warning that continued detention could anger Nigerians and damage public trust in the government. He said no citizen should be held without proper legal justification in a democratic society. Atiku criticised what he described as growing intolerance for dissent […]
Oba of Lagos raises alarm over drug abuse among youths
The Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, has raised concern over the growing level of drug abuse among young people and warned that the trend could seriously harm families and the future of the country. He urged parents and guardians to become more involved in guiding their children and monitoring their behaviour to prevent them […]
Akwa Ibom community backs passage of coastal highway through Stubb Creek Reserve
The people of Ibeno Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State have openly supported the Federal Government’s plan to route the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway through the Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve. The community said it welcomes the project because it will bring development, open up the area to investors, and improve access to the region. The […]
Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway to be tolled after inauguration — Umahi
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway will be tolled after it is officially inaugurated. He said the toll system is necessary to help the government recover part of the huge investment made on the project and also to ensure proper maintenance of the road. Umahi explained that tolling […]
Rivers: ‘They addressed him as madam’ – Lawyer picks hole in impeachment notice
A lawyer has identified a significant error in the impeachment notice served in Rivers State, saying the document referred to the governor as “madam,” despite the officeholder being male. The legal expert argued that such a mistake undermines the credibility of the notice. According to the lawyer, proper legal procedures require accuracy in official documents, […]
Nasarawa communities decry abandonment of road six years after flag-off
Residents of several communities in Nasarawa State have expressed frustration over a road project that remains abandoned six years after it was flagged off. Locals say the incomplete road has caused serious inconvenience, affecting daily activities, trade, and transportation. Community leaders stated that the neglected road has worsened travel difficulties, particularly during the rainy season […]
DSS speaks on arrest of operative over alleged abduction of minor
The Department of State Services (DSS) has addressed the recent arrest of one of its operatives over allegations of abducting a minor. The agency said the matter is being investigated thoroughly, and due process will be followed. According to DSS, the suspect is currently in custody while authorities gather evidence and verify claims surrounding the […]