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Gov Radda Meets Katsina Emirs, Traditional Rulers On Security
Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has reaffirmed the importance of traditional institutions in promoting peace, security, and grassroots development across the state.
Oladejo Questions Peter Obi’s Presidential Preparedness After Arise TV Appearance
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Mogaji Seye Oladejo, has criticised the recent television interview featuring Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, and Arise Television anchor Rufai Oseni.
Sensitive Materials Distribution Begins Ahead Of Saturday Ekiti Election
Distribution of sensitive materials from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has begun in Ekiti State ahead of the governorship election and a series of senatorial and federal constituency by-elections scheduled for Saturday, 20th June 2026.
State Police Bill: A Watershed Moment for Nigeria’s Security Architecture
The passage of the State Police Bill by the House of Representatives marks one of the most significant legislative developments in Nigeria’s democratic history and a major step forward in the nation’s fight against insecurity.
Why Ethnic Nationalism Alone Won’t Deliver Political Success in the Southeast
As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to intensify, stakeholders across Nigeria are repositioning themselves through alliances, negotiations and new campaign narratives aimed at winning public support.
Jakande Leads Security Stakeholders’ Meeting to Enhance Safety of Schools in Òdì-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA
In a proactive move to strengthen security and protect lives and property, particularly within educational institutions, the Executive Chairman of Òdì-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Dr. Seyi Jakande (JAKO), convened a strategic security stakeholders' meeting on June 15, bringing together key security agencies and community leaders.
Senate Dismisses ₦62.2bn Customs Audit Query, Sets Up Committee To Review 76 Remaining Cases
The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has cleared the Nigeria Customs Service of allegations that it failed to remit ₦62.2bn into the Federation Account, as contained in the 2019 Audit Report of the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation.
Tinubu’s Supporters’ Overdrive Making Him Unpopular, Says ZLP Chairman
The National Chairman of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), Dan Nwanyanwu, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against what he described as excessive political activities by some of the President’s supporters, warning that their actions could dent the Nigerian leader’s public image ahead of the 2027 general election.
ADC Rejects Deregistration Order, Alleges Plot To Cripple Opposition
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly opposed a Federal High Court ruling directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the party and four others, describing the judgment as an attempt to use the judiciary to undermine Nigeria’s democratic process.
Troops Rescue Wife of Former Defence Spokesman from Bandits
Troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by the Nigerian Air Force, have successfully rescued Mrs. Amina Abubakar, wife of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar, former Director of Defence Information, who was abducted alongside her husband by bandits several weeks ago.