Senate Approves State Police Bill Amid Mixed Reactions Over Timing and Implementation The Nigerian Senate has approved a constitutional amendment bill to establish state police across the federation, marking a major shift from the country’s long-standing centralized policing system. The decision is being described as a historic step in security reform, but it has also […]

NDLEA Arrests 306 Suspects, Prosecutes 64 in Ogun State Jan–May 2026 he National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA in Ogun State has intensified its anti-drug operations, recording major enforcement achievements between January and May 2026. According to the agency, a total of 306 suspects were arrested, comprising 272 males and 34 females, while 64 individuals […]

The article highlights growing concerns in Nigeria over the increasing number of former state governors who are securing Senate tickets despite being under corruption investigations. It argues that this trend raises serious questions about accountability, justice, and the credibility of the country’s democratic and legislative institutions. A central issue is that the Senate is increasingly […]

NDLEA Recovers Firearms, Ammunition in Major Plateau Drug Operations Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA have recovered a cache of firearms and ammunition during a major anti-drug operation in Plateau State, as part of a wider nationwide crackdown on illicit drug trafficking and related criminal activities. According to the agency, the operation […]

Court Fixes September 29 for Judgment in Fresh Suit Seeking New Police Probe into Mohbad’s Death A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed September 29, 2026, for judgment in a suit seeking an order compelling the Inspector-General of Police IGP to reopen investigations into the death of late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly […]

CBN Orders Immediate Freeze on Accounts Linked to Terrorism Financing Suspects The Central Bank of Nigeria CBN has directed all commercial banks and financial institutions in the country to immediately freeze accounts and assets linked to six individuals and four Bureau De Change BDC operators over allegations of terrorism financing. The directive is part of […]

Primate Ayodele Denies Defamation Allegation, Says Prophecy Not Targeted at Kwankwaso The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has denied allegations of defamation levelled against him by former Kano State Governor and Vice Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.The controversy follows a legal threat issued by […]

IGP Disu Deploys AIG Dankombo Morris to Plateau After Deadly Bokkos Attack The Inspector-General of Police IGP, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has deployed Assistant Inspector-General of Police AIG Dankombo Morris to Plateau State following a deadly attack in Bokkos Local Government Area, in a move aimed at conducting an operational assessment and strengthening security response in […]

NiDCOM Commends Life Sentence for Killer of Nigerians in Canada The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission NiDCOM has commended the conviction and sentencing of a suspect involved in the 2022 nightclub killing of two Nigerians, Chibueze Momah and Tosin Amos Arowoshegbe, in Canada. The Commission described the judgment as a significant step toward accountability and justice, […]

Sanwo-Olu at 61 Reflection Turns to Legacy as Governor Marks Final Birthday in Office As Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu marks his 61st birthday on June 25, attention has shifted beyond celebration to reflection on his years in office, with growing focus on what is expected to be his final birthday as Governor of Lagos State. The […]

Senate Passes State Police Bill, Advances Push for Decentralised Security System The Senate has passed the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Alteration State Police Bill, 2026, marking a significant step toward the establishment of state police services as part of efforts to reform the country’s security architecture and address growing insecurity. The legislation […]

El-Rufai Appears Before Two Courts Over Corruption Allegations, Cases Adjourned Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai appeared before two separate courts in Kaduna on Wednesday over allegations bordering on corruption, abuse of office, and money laundering, with both matters adjourned for further proceedings. At the Federal High Court, El-Rufai was arraigned alongside his former Special […]

Ogun Police Anti-Kidnapping Unit rescues abducted victim, kills two kidnappers in gun battle The Ogun State Police Command’s Anti Kidnapping Unit has recorded a major breakthrough after successfully rescuing an abducted victim unharmed and neutralising two suspected kidnappers during a coordinated operation in the state. The operation, which followed sustained intelligence-led tracking, also led to […]

APC women’s forum launches weekly intercessory prayers for President Tinubu ahead of elections The Tinubu Torchbearers TTB, a women-led support group within the All Progressives Congress APC, have announced plans to commence weekly intercessory prayers in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.The initiative was unveiled during a mobilisation event […]

Court adjourns Sowore’s alleged cybercrime case to June 30, 2026 Proceedings in the alleged cybercrime case involving activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, have been adjourned to June 30, 2026, for further hearing at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The matter was adjourned after the court concluded discussions on pending applications and scheduled […]

DSS orders internal investigation after Sowore’s forceful removal from court sparks outrage. The Department of State Services DSS has ordered an internal investigation following public outrage over the alleged forceful removal of activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, from a Federal High Court in Abuja. The incident, which occurred during court proceedings, reportedly involved […]

Lagos State announces monthly environmental sanitation exercise for Saturday, June 27, 2026 The Lagos State Government has issued a public reminder to residents about the upcoming monthly environmental sanitation exercise scheduled to hold on Saturday, June 27, 2026, across all parts of the state. The reminder is part of ongoing efforts by the government to […]

APC STAKEHOLDERS IN ASA ENDORSE KWARA SPEAKER DANLADI FOR 2027 GOVERNORSHIP, REAFFIRM SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, ABDULRAZAQ Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress APC in Asa Local Government Area of Kwara State have endorsed the Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Salihu Yakubu Danladi, as their preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The […]

TINUBU TRANSMITS CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT BILL SEEKING STATE POLICE CREATION President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted a constitutional amendment bill to the Senate seeking the establishment of state police and a legal framework for decentralised policing across Nigeria. The bill, which was formally read during plenary, proposes far-reaching changes to the 1999 Constitution that would allow […]

CP VISITS SCENE AS OGUN POLICE INVESTIGATE KILLING OF RETIRED BROADCASTER, GUARD The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Bode Ojajuni, has carried out an on-the-spot assessment visit to the scene where retired broadcaster MS Kitan Oyesiku and her security guard were allegedly killed in the state. The visit, which took place on Tuesday, […]

OYO GOVT DECLARES 16-HOUR CURFEW IN 10 LGAs The Oyo State Government has declared a 16-hour curfew in 10 local government areas bordering the Old Oyo National Park as security agencies intensify efforts to rescue abducted schoolchildren and teachers kidnapped in Oriire Local Government Area.According to a statement issued by the Secretary to the State […]

Tinubu sends State Police Bill to Senate, seeks constitutional amendment for decentralised policing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has transmitted a constitutional amendment bill to the Nigerian Senate seeking the establishment of state police across Nigeria as part of efforts to decentralise the country’s policing system. The proposed legislation, currently before the National Assembly, aims to […]

Gas distributors urge FG to prioritise practical solutions for domestic gas utilisation The Association of Local Distributors of Gas ALDG has called for decisive and coordinated action to improve gas accessibility across Nigeria, urging policymakers, investors, regulators, and industry stakeholders to move beyond discussions about the country’s vast gas resources and focus on practical measures […]

INEC presents Certificates of Return to winners of June 20 bye elections The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has presented Certificates of Return to candidates who emerged victorious in the bye-elections conducted on June 20, 2026, across Rivers, Enugu, Nasarawa, Ondo and Kano states, formally affirming their election into the vacant legislative seats. The certificates […]