APC Officially Welcomes Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang Following Defection from PDP

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally confirmed the defection of Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling party, marking a significant political shift in the North Central region. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, during the party’s 14th National…

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Tinubu Pushes for State Police, Local Government Autonomy, Seeks Governors’ Backing Amid Security Concerns

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed calls for far-reaching reforms in Nigeria’s security architecture and governance system, insisting that the establishment of state police and the full implementation of local government autonomy must become a practical reality rather than remain theoretical ideals. The President made this position clear while addressing governors, leaders of the All…

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FG: Bakassi Deep Seaport Set to Transform Trade, Create Jobs and Drive Economic Growth

ABUJA — The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the Bakassi Deep Seaport project, describing it as a transformative national asset capable of boosting trade, creating thousands of jobs and expanding economic opportunities across Nigeria. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, made this known in Abuja during the formal presentation…

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Tragedy in Ebonyi as ACP Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola Slumps, Dies During Police Meeting

ABAKALIKI — Tragedy struck the Ebonyi State Police Command on Tuesday following the sudden death of an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola, who reportedly slumped during a management meeting at the command headquarters in Abakaliki. Sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 10:30 a.m. while a senior officers’ management meeting was…

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Senate Confirms Jimoh Ibrahim, Ibas, Yakubu, Omokri and 60 Others as Ambassadorial Nominees

ABUJA – The Senate on Thursday confirmed the appointments of 64 ambassadorial nominees, including prominent politicians, former public office holders and career diplomats, following the consideration of a report by its Committee on Foreign Affairs. Among those confirmed as non-career ambassadors and high commissioners are Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South); former Chairman of the…

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Lagos Police Arrest TikTok Influencer Peller Over Reckless Driving, Live-Streamed Crash

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained popular social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, following a viral video that showed him driving recklessly and crashing his vehicle during a live broadcast on social media. The arrest, confirmed on Tuesday, came after widespread public outrage over the incident, which occurred on…

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Ajaero, Sowore Lead Nationwide Protest as Labour, Civil Groups Rally Against Insecurity

Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Monday began converging at the NLC National Secretariat in Abuja for a nationwide protest aimed at drawing urgent attention to the worsening state of insecurity across the country. Early arrivals at the protest ground included the NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, alongside leaders of allied civil society…

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