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Okpebholo Condemns Student Abductions, Demands Immediate Release Of Victims

NewsDeskNgJun 10, 20260

Edo governor says kidnappings must stop and warns that political power cannot be gained through crime. Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed concern over the recent abduction of students, teachers and other citizens in different parts of the country, including Oyo State. The governor urged those behind the...

First Lady Tinubu Says Judiciary Central To Sustaining Rule Of Law In Democratic Society

NewsDeskNgJun 9, 2026June 9, 20260

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu says judiciary is key to democracy, urges women judges in Africa to promote transparency, fairness and judicial excellence. Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has declared that the judiciary remains central to sustaining the rule of law in a democratic society. The First Lady who...

Falana Raises Alarm Over Democracy, Security Threats Ahead Of 2027 Polls

NewsDeskNgJun 9, 2026June 9, 20260

Femi Falana warns that insecurity, shrinking civic freedoms and poverty could undermine credibility of Nigeria’s 2027 elections if urgent reforms are not made. Renowned human rights advocate and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has sounded a stark warning over the future of Nigeria’s democracy, declaring that worsening insecurity,...

30,000 Retired Officers Urge Tinubu To Sign Police Exit Bill, Threaten Fresh Nationwide Protest

NewsDeskNgJun 9, 2026June 9, 20260

Over 30,000 retired police officers have urged President Tinubu to sign the Police Exit Bill, warning of fresh nationwide protests if the legislation is not assented to before June 22. More than 30,000 retired police officers across Nigeria have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently assent to the...

Nigeria Police Ban Use Of Vehicles With Unregistered Or Concealed Number Plates

NewsDeskNgJun 9, 2026June 9, 20260

The Nigeria Police Force has announced an immediate ban on the use of vehicles with unregistered or concealed number plates, warning that offenders will be subjected to appropriate sanctions. The Force said the measure is intended to enhance public safety, strengthen security operations and improve the capacity of law enforcement...

Trump Confirms US Helicopter Crew ‘Safe’ After Crash Near Strait Of Hormuz

NewsDeskNgJun 9, 2026June 9, 20260

Trump confirms that two US helicopter pilots are safe after their aircraft crashed near the strategic Strait of Hormuz region. US President Donald Trump has confirmed that two American helicopter pilots involved in a crash near the Strait of Hormuz are “fine,” following reports that the crew had been rescued...

China, Nigeria Strengthen Cultural Ties Through Panda Art Initiative

NewsDeskNgJun 8, 2026June 8, 20260

Nigeria and China launched a panda-themed art programme in Abuja to promote cultural exchange and people-to-people relations. Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger cultural cooperation and people-to-people relations through the launch of the “Hello Nigeria—2026 Panda Painting Interactive Experience” in Abuja. The event brought together diplomats, government...

Group Demands Immediate Deployment of Forest Guards To Plateau As Terrorists Exploit Ungoverned Forests

NewsDeskNgJun 8, 2026June 8, 20260

The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has called for the urgent deployment of trained Forest Guards to Plateau State and other vulnerable parts of Northern Nigeria, warning that terrorists and criminal groups are increasingly exploiting vast ungoverned forests to launch deadly attacks on communities. The group made the call on...

Tinubu: We Won’t Succumb To Fear Or Allow Terrorists Define Our Identity As Nigerians

NewsDeskNgJun 8, 2026June 8, 20260

Tinubu describes fight against terror as a national duty and commends front-line troops for their courage. President Bola Tinubu on Monday vowed that his government will not succumb to fear from any quarters or allow terrorists, bandits, kidnappers as well as violent extremists to define people’s identity as Nigerians. In...

Tinubu Vows No Surrender To Terrorists As FG Intensifies Nationwide Security Operations

NewsDeskNgJun 8, 2026June 8, 20260

Tinubu pledges decisive action against terrorism and banditry as security forces rescue victims and expand nationwide operations. President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration is determined to defeat terrorists and bandits, and secure the release of all persons held captive across the country. Tinubu gave the assurance yesterday...