Category: News

The Nigeria Police Council on Monday unanimously approved the appointment of Olatunji Disu as the 23rd Inspector-General of Police (IGP). The meeting, presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was held at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, and lasted less than 30 minutes before members endorsed Disu’s confirmation. The approval aligns with the provisions of the Police […]

South African authorities have rescued 12 crew members from a Nigerian tug boat that sank in the country’s waters late Saturday night. One fatality has been confirmed, while five others remain missing. The vessel, identified as LEO, was carrying 18 people when it reportedly ran aground in rough seas about 18 nautical miles offshore between Cape […]

Leaders of major opposition parties have launched a strong attack on the newly signed Electoral Act 2026, describing it as anti-democratic and calling on the National Assembly to immediately begin a fresh amendment process. Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revised its timetable for the 2027 general elections to align with adjustments introduced in the […]

The Centre for Justice and Equity (CJE) has dismissed reports alleging that former Minister of State for Petroleum, Timipre Sylva, financed a purported coup against the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Describing the allegations as unverified, the group said it was troubling that some reputable online platforms published the claims without concrete evidence. In a statement signed by […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate reconstruction of major road projects in Niger State and Rivers State to enhance transportation, connectivity, trade, and overall development. In a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of Works (Media), Mr. Francis Nwaze, and made available to journalists in Abakaliki on Friday, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, listed the […]