Nigeria Police Withdraw 11,566 VIP Escorts for Frontline Security Operations
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force has began the withdrawal of 11,566 officers assigned to VIP protection duties, in a major overhaul aimed at strengthening national security and improving public safety. Announcing the policy shift during a meeting with senior commanders in Abuja, the Inspector General of Police said the decision aligns with a […]
NWFL Kicks Off, as Naija Ratels Signal Intent in Gritty Abuja Opener
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025/2026 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership season kicked off on Wednesday with late goals, big fights and tough draws across centres nationwide. In Abuja, Naija Ratels the capital’s only top-flight football team, opened their campaign with a determined goalless draw against Ibom Angels at the Bwari Stadium. As the FCT’s […]
NILDS DG Celebrates Ex-Chief of Staff Gambari at 81
By: Julian Osamoto The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has congratulated former Chief of Staff to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, on his 81st birthday. In a statement signed by his media adviser, Mohammad Abdulkadri, Prof. Sulaiman describes Gambari as a distinguished diplomat, […]
Nigeria Moves to Modernise Social Development Act to Strengthen Inclusion
By Julian Osamoto Nigeria’s Social Development Act of 1974 is set for a major overhaul as stakeholders at the National Social Development Summit in Abuja called for a modern, well-coordinated framework to strengthen welfare services and protect vulnerable citizens. The two days summit, organised by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) under […]
Tinubu Declares Nationwide Security Emergency Over Rising Violence
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has declared a nationwide security emergency following escalating violence, kidnappings and armed attacks across several states. The President also directed the military, police and intelligence agencies to launch immediate mass recruitment and intensify operations in high-risk areas. In a statement from the State House on Wednesday, Tinubu authorises the […]
NDLEA Dismantles N6.7bn Opioid Cartel in Lagos
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has dismantled a major opioid trafficking syndicate in Lagos, arresting key members and seizing drugs valued at over N6.7 billion. Intelligence-Led Operation According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babfemi, the Special Operations Unit conducted a coordinated raid between November 19–20, 2025, after credible intelligence indicated that […]
CBN Highlights Structural Reforms Driving Nigeria’s Economic Stability
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, says Nigeria’s recent economic gains are the result of structural reforms that are creating lasting stability, boosting investor confidence, and enhancing the country’s global financial standing. FX Market Now Fully Market-Driven Speaking at the final Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) briefing of […]
Deputy Speaker Kalu Urges Legislative Reforms to Tackle Insecurity
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called for structural and legislative reforms to address Nigeria’s rising insecurity, warning that military responses alone are insufficient. Speaking on Tuesday during a plenary session on national security, Kalu noted that while Nigeria possesses strong laws, weak enforcement, poor coordination, and inconsistent […]
Nigeria Customs to Enforce Mandatory Drug Testing for All Officers
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is set to implement mandatory drug testing for all incoming recruits and serving officers. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, announced during the closing session of the service’s 2025 Conference in Abuja on Friday, November 21, 2025. According to a statement released on Tuesday by Customs […]
ARCN Begins Process to Enlist Colleges in TETFund
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Executive Secretary of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), Dr. Abubakar Dabban, says the Council has commenced the process of enrolling all ARCN colleges into the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) intervention scheme. He disclosed this during his maiden familiarisation visit to the Federal College of Horticulture, Dadin-Kowa (FCHDK), in […]