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The Federal Government has inaugurated a 10-member independent committee to investigate the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, inaugurated the committee in Abuja on Tuesday, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive for a comprehensive investigation. The committee is chaired by retired DSS Deputy Director-General, Jonathan Kure, while former […]

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed, has urged frontline marshals to uphold discipline, integrity, fairness and professionalism in the discharge of their duties. Mohammed gave the charge during a two-day capacity-building programme for frontline marshals of the RS10 Sokoto Sector Command. Represented by the Zonal Corps Marshal, ACM Fredrick Ogidan, he said the training was aimed at strengthening the competence and operational effectiveness of personnel. […]

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has urged residents to support government and security agencies in the fight against kidnapping, cultism and other forms of criminality in the state. The governor, represented by the Commissioner for Security and Public Safety, Festus Ebea, made the call in Benin during a programme organised by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to mark the International Day of Peace. Okpebholo said security agencies were […]

The Federal Government has ruled out any immediate increase in electricity tariffs, saying it has raised N1.23 trillion towards addressing the estimated N3.3 trillion debt in the power sector. The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, disclosed this in Abuja while marking his first 100 days in office. Tegbe said the government was focused on stabilising the electricity market, improving power supply and resolving financial challenges across the sector rather than […]

The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council has called on former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race over claims concerning his financial record while in office. In a statement by its spokesman, Dele Alake, the council cited figures released by the Anambra State Government, claiming that Obi’s administration spent about $4.05 billion and contracted $123.77 million in external loans during his eight-year tenure. The […]

Former Senate President and APC chieftain, Pius Anyim, has said President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the ongoing United Nations General Assembly in New York should not be a concern. Anyim said Tinubu’s decision to delegate Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent Nigeria at the 80th UN General Assembly was appropriate, noting that the Vice President has the constitutional capacity to represent the country. He said the President’s absence would only […]

Businessman and elder statesman, Chief F.E. Ojugbana, has described the Dangote Petroleum Refinery Initial Public Offering, IPO, as an opportunity for Nigerians to participate in the country’s industrial development. The IPO, which opened on September 14, offers 4.1 billion ordinary shares at N525 per share, with a minimum subscription of 10 shares. Ojugbana urged prospective investors to approach the offer with financial discipline and invest only what they can afford. […]

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed concerns by some APC governors that the proposed Rainbow Coalition could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Wike said the coalition was focused on mobilising support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election, while politicians could support candidates of their choice in governorship and legislative elections. He alleged that some APC governors were opposing the coalition because of political interests, […]

Olympic organisers have approved a section of the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia, for canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, despite the presence of about 500 saltwater crocodiles. An independent technical assessment found the river suitable for competition after reviewing weather conditions, water levels and flood risks. World Rowing and Paddle Worldwide also endorsed the venue, saying it can provide fair conditions for athletes. Brisbane […]