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Philip Agbese: Calls to Split Pipeline Surveillance to Multiple Actors Risk Undermining Coordination and Hard-Won Gains in Oil Infrastructure Protection

NewsDeskNgApr 3, 2026April 3, 20260

The Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has cautioned against the growing politicisation of pipeline surveillance contracts in the Niger Delta, warning that attempts to fragment the arrangement could undermine national security and reverse gains in oil revenue protection. Agbese’s remarks come amid renewed agitation by some...

Plateau visit: Tinubu only stayed on the plane — Atiku

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep concern over the handling of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Plateau State, describing it as yet another troubling indication of a pattern of detachment from the suffering of Nigerians. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had visited Plateau on Thursday...

Easter: Defence Chief tasks Journalists on truth, unity as NUJ calls for renewed professional commitment

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede, has urged journalists to uphold truth and professionalism as vital instruments for national unity and security, stressing that Nigeria’s stability depends not only on military efforts but also on responsible information management. Oluyede, who was represented at an Easter retreat organised...

Deteriorating Security Architecture Responsible For Persistent Killing In Plateau – Activist I.D Ijele

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa According to Isiah Davies Ijele, rights activist and convener of the Police Integrity Movement, Nigerian government’s indifference to the nation’s security architecture remains the primary reason for wanton killings across the country. Ijele made the assertion while featuring on TVC News’ Politics Tonight programme, hosted by...

Zamfara peace pact and Matawalle’s selfless political doctrine

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

By Isa Seidu The peace move gradually emerging from the heart of Zamfara State between the incumbent Governor of the State, Governor Dauda Lawal, and his predecessor, the present Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, is a rare demonstration of His Excellency Dr. Bello Matawalle’s political sagacity, peaceful...

APC Group Endorses Fubara for 2027, Calls on Tinubu and APC to Prioritise Performance Over Politics in Backing Governor’s Second Term Ambition

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

The APC National Vanguard has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to support a second term in office for Siminalayi Fubara, citing what it described as “impressive and verifiable developmental strides” across Rivers State. In a statement issued on Thursday by...

Frank to INEC, APC: Illegal action against ADC ‘ll set Nigeria on fire’

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

… Urges U.S. urgent intervention to safeguard democracy A political activist and former deputy national publicity secretary of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the ruling APC of taking actions capable of destabilising Nigeria’s democratic system, warning that recent...

Beyond Zoning: How Yusuf Maitama Tuggar’s Diplomacy and Vision Could Transform Bauchi State

NewsDeskNgApr 2, 2026April 2, 20260

Bauchi State’s political history since 1999 shows a pattern in which the governorship has remained in the Bauchi South zone, leaving the Central and Northern zones underrepresented in the state’s highest executive office. In a democratic system where inclusiveness, fairness, and balance are essential for stability and unity, it is...

Budget Minister: Youth Understanding Key To Ending Insurgency In Nigeria

NewsDeskNgApr 1, 2026April 1, 20260

Budget Minister Bagudu says educating youths on conflict drivers is essential to tackling insurgency and violent extremism in Nigeria. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, has said Nigeria’s efforts to defeat insurgency and violent extremism will depend largely on how well young people understand the underlying drivers...

FG, UNDP to Transform Nigerian Varsities Into AI Innovation, Digital Talent Hubs

NewsDeskNgApr 1, 2026April 1, 20260

FG and UNDP to launch university innovation hubs, positioning Nigeria as a leader in AI and digital talent development. The Federal Government, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is set to transform Nigerian universities into hubs for artificial intelligence (AI), innovation, and digital talent development. Vice President...