State Police Will Complement Federal Force — Lagos CP
Olohundare Jimoh, Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, on Thursday highlighted that the concept of state police is under consideration as part of national efforts to improve security governance, community engagement, and public participation in crime prevention. Briefing journalists at the Police Officers’ Mess in Ikeja, Jimoh said the initiative is aimed at strengthening law […]
No PDP, LP on INEC’s Final List for Osun 2026 Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of political parties and candidates cleared to participate in the August 8, 2026, governorship election in Osun State. In a statement issued on Friday, the commission’s Public Relations Officer in the state, Musa Olurode, said 14 political parties successfully conducted their primaries and uploaded […]
NCoS: Kyari Still in Custody Over Drug Allegations
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) Federal Capital Territory Command has clarified that suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari remains in its custody despite being discharged in one of the cases filed against him. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Samson Duza, made the clarification on Thursday in Abuja during an interview with the News Agency […]
Trump–Xi Summit Faces New Strain After U.S.–Israel Strikes Kill Iran’s Khamenei
President Donald Trump’s planned meeting with Xi Jinping is expected to take place under heightened tension following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a leader whose government maintained close economic ties with Beijing. The operation marks the second time in recent months that Washington has taken dramatic action against a major […]
Thousands of Americans Stranded in Middle East as Iran Retaliates and Travel Warnings Come Too Late
In the days following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes against Iran, the United States Department of State issued new travel warnings urging Americans to reconsider trips to several Middle Eastern countries. For thousands of U.S. citizens already in the region, however, the alerts came too late. Many Americans are now stranded across the Middle East as […]
China Sets Lowest Growth Target in Decades as Economy Faces Domestic and Global Pressures
China signaled a cautious and steady economic course this year, setting a slightly lower growth target as it navigates a prolonged property downturn, weak domestic demand and rising geopolitical uncertainty. Premier Li Qiang announced a growth goal of 4.5% to 5% in a report delivered at the opening session of the National People’s Congress. The […]
IGP Disu Backs State Police, Assures Officers Their Jobs Are Safe
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has expressed readiness to support the realization of State Police in Nigeria, assuring officers that the proposed reform will not threaten their jobs. Disu made the remarks while speaking with State House correspondents shortly after he was sworn in on Wednesday by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa […]
2027: No Opposition for APC in Plateau — Gov. Mutfwang
Governor Caleb Mutfwang has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will encounter no opposition in Plateau State ahead of the 2027 general election. Mutfwang, who officially joined the APC from the Peoples Democratic Party on January 2, 2026, spoke on Tuesday in Jos following the emergence of Rufus Bature as the state APC […]
FG Approves Moratorium on New Tertiary Institutions
The Federal Government has approved a six-year ban on the establishment of new universities, polytechnics and colleges of education nationwide in a move aimed at strengthening quality and sustainability in the education sector. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Federal Executive Council presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday. Briefing […]
Tinubu Suspends Airport Cashless Payment System Over Traffic Gridlock
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the suspension of the newly introduced cashless payment system at Nigerian airports after it caused severe traffic congestion and disruptions for travellers. The directive was announced by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, while briefing journalists at the State House in Abuja following the Federal Executive […]
