Provide Legal Framework For Creation of State Police – Tinubu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday appealed to the leadership of the 10th Senate to amend the constitution to provide a legal framework for the establishment of State Police to tackle insecurity nationwide. President Tinubu made the appeal during an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The President said that the creation of State Police has become urgent to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, strengthen grassroots policing, and enhance states’ capacity to respond swiftly to threats within their jurisdictions. He noted that a decentralised policing structure…
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“You Are a Leader With Sterling Qualities” Osun State Christian Community Celebrates Oyo CAN Chairman, Ogundiya The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Osun State on Tuesday, bestowed an award on the Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Oyo State, Revd Dr. Elisha Olukayode Ogundiya. The award ceremony was during the Osun State annual General meeting of the association held at the CAN, Osun State Secretariat, Aisu Ede along Gbongan Ibadan Road , Osun State This event was directed by the Osun State CAN Chairman , Revd Dr. John A. Adeleke. In his remark at the award ceremony, the Chairman, Osun…
Nothing Must Happened To El-Rufai, Else… – Atiku Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that the current government will be held accountable if anything happens to former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai. Atiku said this following a report that El-Rufai suffered a nosebleed in detention, describing it as deeply troubling and unacceptable in a democracy. He emphasised that the former governor’s health and welfare are a matter of grave concern to his family, friends, and associates. In a statement on Tuesday, Atiku pointed out that the Federal Government owes Nigerians clarity, adding that it must state clearly which…
Egbetokun Bows Out As Nigeria IGP, President Tinubu Appoints Disu In Acting Capacity President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has accepted the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, following the submission of his letter citing pressing family considerations. President Tinubu received Mr Egbetokun’s resignation earlier today and expressed his profound appreciation for Egbetokun’s decades of distinguished service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation. The President acknowledged his dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to strengthening internal security architecture during his tenure. Appointed in June 2023, Egbetokun was serving a four-year term scheduled to conclude in June 2027,…
FAAN Confirms Fire Outbreak At MMA The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) wishes to inform the public of a fire outbreak at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. “Our firefighting team is currently responding and working to contain the situation. No loss of life has been recorded. “Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,” the agency stated.
Divine Coincidence: Oyo NUJ Urges Prayer, Reflection as Ramadan, Lent begin The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has extended warm greetings to all Muslim and Christian faithful as they commence the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent, which remarkably fall on the same day this year. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the Council described the coincidence of the two sacred observances as a profound moment of spiritual significance, reflection, and renewed commitment to faith, sacrifice, and service to humanity. The statement notes that both seasons emphasize…
DSS Takes el-Rufai Into Custody from EFCC Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have taken Nasir el-Rufai into custody after the former governor of Kaduna spent two nights with the the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sources have informed TheCable. Multiple sources said el-Rufai was picked up from the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday night by the secret police. Insiders said during his questioning at the anti-graft agency, investigators made several attempts to obtain a written statement from the former governor, but he repeatedly declined to provide information .
*Oyo NUJ Congratulates Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin, at 39* Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin, on the occasion of his 39th birthday, describing him as an outstanding legislator and symbol of youth leadership in governance. The Union gave the commendation in a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Akeem Abas, and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, and made available to journalists in Ibadan. According to the statement, Hon. Ogundoyin’s emergence and sustained leadership as Speaker have continued to reflect political maturity, administrative competence, and commitment to democratic ideals…
Saudi Arabia Sights Moon For Ramadan, Fasting Begins On Wednesday The crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, signalling the beginning of Ramadan fasting on Wednesday. According to Inside Haramain, a publication of the Two Holy Mosques, the moon was spotted on Tuesday evening, which means February 17 is the last day of the month of Sha’ban that precedes Ramadan. “Ramadan 1447/2026 Crescent has been SIGHTED. Subsequently, tomorrow, i.e., Wednesday, 18 February 2026, will be the first day of Ramadan 1447,” the post reads. Ramadan fasting is determined by the lunar Islamic calendar, in which months span either…
Alleged $6bn Mambilla Power Fraud: FEC Directed Agunloye to Withdraw Award of Contract-Witness The Third Prosecuting Witness, PW3, Umar Hussein Babangida in the ongoing trial of former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 restated before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal High Court, sitting in Apo, Abuja that Agunloye was directed by the Federal Executive Council, FEC, under former President Olusegun Obasanjo to withdraw the memo of award of Mambilla Power Project contract to Sunrise Power Transmission Company Limited. Under cross-examination by defence counsel, Adeola Adedipe, SAN, the witness, an officer of the…