Author: Akintayo Adams

Godswill Akpabio, the president of the Senate, endorsed the establishment of state police across the nation on Monday. At a national policy conversation on state policing in Abuja, which was organized by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review, Akpabio voiced his support. In keeping with the goal of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration to make Nigeria secure for everyone, Akpabio, represented by Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau, promised that the 10th Assembly is prepared to take on the challenges of insecurity head-on. “The concept of state police has been a topic of debate for many years. It is…

Before President Bola Tinubu’s first anniversary in office, the Federal Government of Nigeria plans to introduce up to 2,700 buses and tricycles powered by compressed natural gas. It stated that before the end of 2024, the federal government planned to provide 60 refueling stations and 100 conversion workshops distributed over 18 states. This was contained in a statement titled ‘Presidential CNG initiative set for rollout’ by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga. “From the end of May, Nigeria will take some baby steps to join such nations that already have large fleets of…

Corporal Innocent Joseph, and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani, who were apprehended on account of stealing armoured cables at the Dangote refinery have been dismissed by the Force. Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the spokesperson for the Nigerian Army, confirmed their dismissal in a statement in which he accused the two soldiers of abandoning their place of assignment and in unauthorized possession of the 897 armoured cables materials. “In line with the Nigerian Army’s commitment to upholding high standards of professionalism, integrity, and discipline, the NA wishes to update the general public on the outcome of the investigation into the alleged theft of…

The Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has disclosed that the Federal Government plans to establish a N100 billion Police Housing Fund. This was revealed in Abuja on Monday during the launch of the maiden Nigerian Police Housing Summit  themed, “Renewed Hope for Police Housing in Nigeria”. Egbetokun said, “A key aspect of enhancing our officers’ conditions is the provision of appropriate housing during and after their service. This task is monumental, as the Nigerian Police Force currently grapples with a significant housing shortage for its members across all ranks. “Presently, housing capacity meets only about 10% of the needs…

Members of the Association of Residents Doctors, Ladoke Akintola Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State chapter, who are overworked, have made a plea to the state governor, Seyi Makinde, to address the terrible circumstances they find themselves in right now. The LAUTECH doctors bemoaned the unappealing compensation package in a series of posts on X on Sunday, pointing out that it is a major turnoff for potential candidates. They emphasized that ignoring these budgetary issues jeopardizes patient care and makes it more difficult for the hospital to retain skilled medical staff. “LAUTECH Teaching Hospital Ogbomoso needs your urgent intervention @seyiamakinde. Our…

The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, in a atatement, has described a flier purportedly from the Office of one of his wives, Mrs Ngozi Adeleke, welcoming Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu to the state as fake. The Osun helmsman also said there was no debate over who among his two wives would host the First Lady. The statement read, “The attention of Mr Governor has been drawn to fake news in circulation about conflict over who among the Governor’s two wives is to host the First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on her official visit to…

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has urged other African leaders to establish a regional counter-terrorism centre that will serve as a hub for intelligence sharing, operational coordination, and capacity building throughout the continent. This was disclosed in a statement by Special Adviser to the President, Ajuri Ngelale, on Monday, where he stressed the need for a detailed approach to eliminating terrorism, not only through military might but by addressing the extreme factors, including poverty, inequality, and social injustice. The President further stressed the importance of cutting off the financial lifelines that fuel terrorist activities, such as ransom payments and illegal…

Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martins Amaewhule has passed the Rivers State Local Government Bill into Law, overriding Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s veto. The Local Government Bill was initially passed and sent to Fubara for approval on March 13, 2024, which was denied. The bill was reintroduced by the Leader of the Amaewhule-led Assembly, Major Jack, representing Akuku/Toru constituency 1. The statement made available to newsmen said the bill was thoroughly debated by members. The Amaewhule-led lawmakers also screened and confirmed nominees for the positions of chairman and members of the Assembly Service Commission. The confirmed nominees include Sampson…

Nigeria’s former Military Head of State, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar, rtd, ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan and retired Catholic Archbishop, John Onaiyekan, were present, earlier today, at a meeting focused on state policing. The dialogue, organised by the Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, is the beginning of deliberations on the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (alteration) Bill 2023 (Establishment of State Police) sponsored by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu and 13 others. The bill is designed to improve public safety and boost law enforcement in Nigeria by decentralizing the police. Kalu, the…

A special round of polio vaccine campaign targeted at over 1.5 million children in Jigawa State has been flagged off by Muhammad Hameem Nuhu Sunusi – CFR, the Emir of Dutse. The event took place at his palace after the monarch personally administered the vaccine on some children. He also gave the assurance that it was safe and effective. The Emir further told the people that the traditional institutions would continue to pursue and promote programmes that would enhance their health, social and economic well-being. Sanusi advised parents to bring out their children for vaccination to enable the state sustain…