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The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 12, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Democracy Day celebration. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior. The minister described June 12 as a landmark date in Nigeria’s democratic history, noting that it symbolizes the courage, resilience, and sacrifices of Nigerians who fought for the restoration and sustenance […]

The House of Representatives has passed the State Police Bill, marking a significant step toward the decentralisation of Nigeria’s policing system. The decision was reached during Thursday’s plenary session presided over by Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, following a vote by lawmakers on the proposed constitutional amendment. The bill was considered a priority by the House amid growing concerns over insecurity across the country, including rising cases of killings, […]

  Fear and uncertainty have gripped residents of Fowowawo, Ajerogun, and Magbon-Etido communities in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State following a failed abduction attempt that claimed the lives of at least six people. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Monday, has forced many residents to abandon their homes and businesses amid fears of further attacks by armed criminals. A visit to the affected communities revealed […]

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has called for the declaration of a security emergency to address the worsening insecurity across the country. In a statement issued through his media office, Atiku expressed concern over the increasing attacks by terrorists and bandits, particularly those targeting educational institutions. Reacting to the recent attack on Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kabba/Bunu Local Government […]

There was momentary panic in Osun State on Wednesday after a podium collapsed during a political rally in Ijebu-Jesa, where Governor Ademola Adeleke and other dignitaries were seated. The incident occurred while activities were ongoing at the event, causing a brief disruption to the programme. Governor Adeleke, Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi, Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly Adewale Egbedun, and other government officials were on the platform when […]

Bandits on Wednesday invaded Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing three people, including a vice principal and a six-year-old child. The attack, which occurred at about 10:00 a.m., threw the community into mourning and heightened concerns over security in the area. Confirming the incident, the Kogi State Police Command said a large group of heavily armed bandits riding on about 40 motorcycles […]

The House of Representatives has announced plans to vote on a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state and local police as part of efforts to tackle rising insecurity across the country. Deputy Speaker of the House and Chairman of the House Committee on Constitution Review, Benjamin Kalu, disclosed this during a media briefing shortly after plenary. According to Kalu, the House has resolved to prioritise consideration of the state […]

Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, has clarified the circumstances surrounding his November 2025 visit to Ibadan, Oyo State, stating that he was not invited by any Muslim group or individual from the South-West. In a statement shared on his Facebook page, Gumi explained that his trip to the ancient city was undertaken in his capacity as a representative of the Coalition of Northern Muslim Ulama. According to him, the purpose of […]

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday inaugurated the main carriageways of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX), linking Ring Road 1 Junction to Ring Road 2 Junction in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the ceremony, the President described the project as a key component of the administration’s efforts to expand infrastructure and stimulate economic growth in the nation’s capital. Tinubu stated that his administration remains […]