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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday urged the leadership of the 10th Senate to amend the constitution to allow for the establishment of State Police.This, the President said, has become necessary to tackle insecurity nationwide. President Tinubu made the appeal during an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The President said that the creation of State Police has become urgent to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, strengthen grassroots policing, and enhance states’ capacity to respond swiftly to threats within their jurisdictions. He noted that a decentralised policing structure would complement existing federal security architecture and promote intelligence-led, community-focused law enforcement. “We are facing terrorism...

The acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, assumed duty on Wednesday, saying that the Police possess the capacity to address prevailing security challenges. He spoke shortly after he was decorated by President Bola Tinubu.He replaced Kayode Egbetokun, who resigned his position on Tuesday, citing family reasons. Disu took his first salute as Inspector-General from members of the Quarter Guard and police officers at the Force Headquarters after returning from the Villa at about 4:25 p.m. In his remarks, Disu thanked the President for the confidence reposed in him, noting that the Nigeria Police Force possesses the capacity to address prevailing security challenges. He said the Force is endowed with brave and professional officers whose institutional knowledge, passi...

In a bid to catalyze economic growth while expanding financial horizons for local entrepreneurs, the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Cross River Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency (CR-MEDA), Great Ogban, recently paid a courtesy visit on the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN), Dr Tony Okpanachi. The visit, according to Ogban, signals the beginning of a high-level strategic partnership aimed at domesticating federal credit opportunities and technical support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) within the state. He maintained that the partnership remains timely following the World Bank's recent approval of the Fostering Inclusive Finance for MSMEs in Nigeria, FINCLUDE project which is a $500 million fin...

In a statewide broadcast, Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, Friday officially announced his defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC alongside members of his cabinet and PDP officials in the state.Fintiri said the decision was taken in the overall developmental interest of the state and its people.His defection came weeks after Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, joined the APC as the 29th governor under the party, following his resignation from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) over alleged internal crises and leadership disputes. Yusuf’s move had triggered a wave of defections in Kano, including state lawmakers and local government chairmen, significantly weakening the NNPP’s structure in the state.With Fintiri’s switch, the current governorship standings as of January 20...

Partynership By Joan Nwagwu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund and the Taraba State Government have agreed to deepen collaboration to strengthen the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS). This was contained in a statement signed by Mr Emmanuel Ulayi, Media officer in the NSITF on Thursday in Abuja. It said the Managing Director of NSITF, Mr Oluwaseun Faleye, said this during a courtesy visit to Gov. Agbu Kefas in Jalingo. Faleye said the engagement aimed to build structured partnerships with progressive state governments committed to workers’ welfare and institutional sustainability. He described the Employees’ Compensation Scheme as a critical social protection tool that guarantees dignity for workers and stability for employers. Faleye said expanded ECS cove...

By Lucy Ogalue Some stakeholders have urged African countries to strengthen intra-continental trade and democratic resilience as the era of traditional development assistance gradually declines. They gave the advice on Monday in Abuja at the public presentation of a policy publication titled Beyond Aid and Fear, organised by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Nigeria. The Resident Representative of FES Nigeria, Mr Lennart Oestergaard, said that the publication marked the organisation’s first activity for the year and underscored the urgency of rethinking Africa’s development trajectory amid shifting global dynamics. Oestergaard said that FES, founded in 1925 in Germany and operating in Nigeria for 50 years, was celebrating its 100th anniversary. According to him, global con...

The Nigerian Minister of Defence has commended a new publication exploring mandatory military service for Nigerian youths, saying it contributes to national discourse on youth development and security. The publication, "Serving the Nation: Exploring Mandatory Military Service for Nigerian Youths", was presented in Abuja. The book was authored by Dr Mohammed Abubakar and published by Sprezzatura Publishing Ltd. In a speech read on his behalf, the minister noted that while there's no current policy to introduce mandatory military service, the idea warrants examination. The minister emphasised Nigeria's professional volunteer military and civic national service through the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) He highlighted global experiences showing security challenges req...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Christopher Maikalangu, as the duly elected Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) following the conclusion of the area council poll. Announcing the results at the AMAC collation centre, the Council Collation Officer, Prof. Andrew Abue, said Maikalangu secured a total of 40,295 votes to defeat other contestants in the race. He disclosed that 65,197 votes were cast in the election, out of which 62,861 were valid, while 2,336 ballots were rejected. According to him, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) placed second with 12,109 votes, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) came third with 3,398 votes. Prof. Abue further revealed that AMAC has a total o...

Joshua wins Alll Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner of Saturday’s chairmanship election in Bwari Area Council. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced Ishaku as the duly elected chairman after he secured a total of 18,466 votes, defeating candidates of other political parties in the contest.The Returning Officer for the Bwari chairmanship election, Professor Mohammed Nurudeen, declared the result on Sunday in Bwari. He stated that Ishaku satisfied all legal requirements to be returned elect.“I am the Returning Officer for the 2026 FCT Area Council Bwari Chairmanship Election held on February 21, 2026,” Nurudeen said.“That Joshua Ishaku, having satisfied the requirements of the law, is hereby declared the winner and is returned elected.”According...

No fewer than 15 terrorists have been neutralised by troops of Operation DESERT SANITY V in Yobe State, the Nigerian Army says.In a post by counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, on Sunday, he stated that troops also destroyed a suspected logistics base during a precision operation around Lamusheri Village in Gujba Local Government Area of the state.Makama revealed that the early morning operation on February 22 followed weeks of intelligence gathering supported by satellite imagery and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance air platforms, which identified the location as a terrorist attack launch point and logistics hub.He said that troops, alongside members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, came under fire while approaching the targe...

Former Manchester United striker, Louis Saha, has urged his old club to sign Sandro Tonali or Bruno Guimaraes as Casemiro’s replacement. Saha described the Newcastle United pair as “midfield monsters,” pointing out their ability to step into Casemiro’s role effectively. Casemiro is leaving the Red Devils as a free agent when his contract expires in the summer. I have always been a big fan of Casemiro,” Saha said via The Mirror. “Casemiro has proved he is a world-class player, and I understand why Man United fans want him to stay. Man United need aggressiveness and a player who will dictate the midfield like [Sandro] Tonali or [Bruno] Guimaraes, who are two monsters in midfield and have the experience and vision to manage the transition when Casemiro leaves.” ...

………. As Speaker Jatau, Hon. Ogazi, Commissioner Dr. John Mamman, LG Boss, Hon. Agbawu, other stakeholders hail peaceful, transparent exercise in Kokona LGA. Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Danladi Jatau, has hailed the peaceful conduct of the Local Government Congress of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kokona LGA which was held today Saturday. This, the Nasarawa State Number Three Citizen called on all those who will emerge at today's exercise across the State to work hard for the victory of the party in 2027. The Speaker Dr. Jatau stated this while addressing Newsmen shortly after the exercise in Garaku, Kokona LGA today Saturday. Dr. Jatau appreciated all the critical stakeholders for their maturity and peaceful conduct during the Congress. ...

Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Danladi Jatau, has urged his kinsmen and the people of the State to continue to support Gov. Abdullahi Sule's administration to succeed. The Speaker made the call while playing host to his kinsmen (Awoghre clan) at his residence in Garaku, Kokona LGA today. He said that Gov. Sule has passion for peace and development, hence the need for the people to continue to support him to succeed. He appreciated his people for conferring on him with the traditional title of Agho-Ozhen Moa Awoghre meaning (The Leading Commander) of his people while assuring them of good leadership at all times. "I want to appreciate you for the visit and for conferring on me with a traditional Title as your Leading Commander. "I want to assure you that ...

" To the illustrious Akaraugo I of Mbaise and Childera Odesigo I of Igboland, Chief A. O. Success (JP), Esq.,On this momentous occasion of your special day, February 22 (World Thinking Day), we celebrate a life that truly embodies the spirit of humanitarianism, philanthropy, and servant leadership. Your commitment to the welfare of your people, your efforts to uplift and empower the marginalized, and your steadfast dedication to the values of compassion, kindness, and generosity have earned you the respect and admiration of all who know you. As you mark another year of purposeful living, we salute your vision, passion, and unrelenting pursuit of excellence. May your life continue to inspire generations, and may your legacy of love, kindness, and service remain a beacon of hope to...

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Commonwealth Business Women (CBW) Africa says it is seeking collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs to promote women’s economic empowerment and participation in governance.This contained in a statement signed by the Continental President of CBW, Mrs Ngozi Oyewole, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja.Oyewole, during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, said that the visit formed part of her strategic engagement with policy makers and stakeholders.This, she said, was to strengthen institutional collaboration.“It is also to align our initiatives with the Ministry’s national priorities and the Nigeria First policy; ensuring that Nigerian women-owned enterpr...

The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, says harnessing youth energy, creativity is central to sustainable peace, cohesion and development. Musa stated this at the public presentation of the book, " Serving the Nation: Exploring Mandatory Military Service for Nigerian Youths" on Friday in Abuja. Musa, who was represented by the Deputy Director, Special Duties in the Office of the Minister, Col. George Usibe. appreciated Sprezzatura Publishing Ltd and commended the author, Dr Mohammed Abubakar for his scholarly contribution. The minister added that the contributions has provided a platform for reflection on the role of national service in shaping civic responsibility and nation building. "The presentation of a work such as this is timely. Nations are strengt...

By Lucy Ogalue Niger Governor, Umar Bago, has assured the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) and the Lee Group of the state’s commitment to establish a massive sugar project. Bago said this in a statement by the sugar council on Thursday in Abuja. He gave the assurance at the Government House, Minna, when he received a delegation from the NSDC and the Lee Group, led by the Council’s Executive Secretary/CEO, Mr Kamar Bakrin. The governor urged the investors to select suitable land in any part of the state for the proposed multi-million dollar sugar production project, pledging that the government will make it available. “Niger State is open to serious investors. We have the land, water, and political will to support projects that will grow our economy and create j...

By Joan Nwagwu The Wife of the Vice-President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, compassion and peaceful coexistence as Ramadan and Lent begin. Shettima made the call in a goodwill message to Muslims and Christians on Thursday in Abuja, marking the commencement of the two sacred seasons. She congratulated Muslims on the start of Ramadan, describing it as a period of prayer, fasting, self-discipline and spiritual renewal. “Ramadan is a sacred period for spiritual growth, self-discipline and compassion, reminding Muslims of the importance of kindness, generosity and service to humanity,” she said. She urged Muslims to uphold kindness, generosity and forgiveness and other virtues in line with the teachings of the Holy Quran. She prayed that the...

Ademola Kuti is currently with SV Transvaal, one of the most successful clubs in the Caribbean region. The proposed loan move is viewed as a strategic opportunity for both the player and the club to strengthen their competitive ambitions for the season. Kuti is regarded as one of Africa’s accomplished footballers, having had the privilege of playing under the late football legend Diego Maradona in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Throughout his career, he has competed in top-flight leagues across multiple continents, representing clubs in East Africa and Asia, and gaining valuable international experience at the highest levels of the game.

"… as Nasarawa Speaker Dr. Jatau interface with Hon. Ogazi, Dr. John Mamman, Council Chairman, other critical Stakeholders, advocates party-first ideology…" APC Stakeholders in Kokona LGA of Nasarawa State have unite for a common goal and a hitch-free ward congress in the area. The Stakeholders who converged at the LG Guest House peacefully reached a common ground and adopted the consensus method as agreed by the party's leadership. In his speech, the Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Danladi Jatau, re-emphasized the need for Stakeholders of the party in Kokona Local Government Area to ensure that the ward congress in their wards are conducted peaceful, rancour-free and successful. He also called on the stakeholders to place the interest of the party above their p...