Category: News
IGP Disu Visits Kaiama Community Following Criminal Attacks
March 12, 2026, Kaiama, Kwara State, Nigeria The Olatunji Rilwan Disu, Inspector-General of Police (IGP), paid an operational visit to Kaiama in Kwara State after the community was recently terrorized by armed criminals. The visit was aimed at showing solidarity with residents affected by the attacks and reinforcing ongoing security efforts to restore peace and…
List of Nine Senators That Defected to ADC
March 12, 2026, Abuja, Nigeria Nine senators from different political parties have officially notified the Nigerian Senate of their decision to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The senators cut across three political parties and cited political realignments as the reason for their move to the ADC. Among those who defected from the Labour…
COAS Convenes Inter-Faith Iftar, Reinforces Unity and Shared Values Within Nigerian Army
Abuja, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, hosted officers and soldiers serving in Army Headquarters Departments and Commands within Abuja to a combined inter-faith Iftar as part of efforts to strengthen unity, discipline and mutual understanding within the Nigerian Army. The event, held…
President Tinubu Directs Nationwide Deployment of 100,000 CNG Conversion Kits
Abuja, Nigeria – March 12, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the nationwide deployment of 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to promote cleaner and more affordable energy alternatives for transportation. The directive aims to accelerate the adoption of CNG-powered vehicles across Nigeria and reduce the…
Troops Foil Coordinated Terrorist Attacks, Kill Over 20 Insurgents in Yobe
Goniri, Yobe State, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) under Operation Hadin Kai have successfully foiled coordinated attacks by terrorists linked to Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on their location in Goniri, Yobe State, killing more than 20 insurgents during a fierce firefight. The troops, deployed in…
Int’l Women’s Day: Olukoyede Assures Female Officers of Enhanced Welfare
Abuja, Nigeria – March 11, 2026 The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening welfare support for female officers of the Commission, pledging enhanced measures to ensure they are encouraged, empowered and adequately supported to effectively carry out their duties….
Oladapo Abd-Rahaman Okubadejo at 58: A Life of Vision, Excellence, and Transformation
From Ijebu Muslim College and Luba Comprehensive High School to global consulting and transformative public service, Okubadejo’s journey reflects discipline, intellectual rigour, and an unwavering commitment to national development.By Funke Adeyemi A cerebral technocrat, visionary strategist, philanthropist, and reformer, Oladapo Abd-Rahaman Okubadejo celebrates 58 years of shaping Ogun State’s economic destiny. Born on a leap…
Governor Alia Declares Total War on Insecurity
Benue State Government Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria,March 11, 2026 The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has vowed to restore lasting peace and security across the state. Governor Alia made the declaration after receiving a briefing on the deployment and reinforcement of security personnel to troubled areas in Kwande and other affected Local Government Areas…
NNPC Secures Presidential Approval for $20 Billion Final Investment Decision on Bonga Deepwater Project
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) Abuja, Nigeria, March 11, 2026 The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has secured presidential approval for a targeted fiscal incentive aimed at unlocking the long-awaited Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Bonga Southwest Aparo Project. The development marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to attract…
IGP Commences Nationwide Operational Tour with Kwara as First Point of Call
Nigeria Police Force, Abuja, Nigeria March 11, 2026 The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, on Monday, March 9, 2026, commenced his nationwide operational tour with Kwara State as the first point of call. The Inspector-General of Police was received on arrival at the Gen. Tunde Idiagbon International Airport by the Commissioner of…