PDP Holds Osun Primary Amid Security, Adeleke's Exit
PDP delegates in Osun converged for a tense governorship primary under heavy security, proceeding despite Governor Adeleke's resignation and initial suspension claims. INEC monitored the exercise.
PDP delegates in Osun converged for a tense governorship primary under heavy security, proceeding despite Governor Adeleke's resignation and initial suspension claims. INEC monitored the exercise.
Ex-APC chieftain Timi Frank claims the withdrawal of Atiku Abubakar's police security is a plot to expose him to danger ahead of 2027. He warns of a pattern of opposition repression.
Timi Frank accuses the Presidency of plotting to assassinate Atiku Abubakar by withdrawing his police security. He calls the move a dangerous political witch-hunt ahead of 2027. Read the full details.
President Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs ignores deep-rooted issues of underfunding and political patronage within the Nigeria Police Force. Can it work?
The Presidency calls on citizens to document and report any VIP still using police escorts after President Tinubu's withdrawal order. Learn how to help enforce the directive.
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, paused after a deadly 2021 attack, faces new hurdles. Read more on the implications for Africa's energy sector.
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, halted by jihadist violence, faces new hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Former Tinubu spokesman Denge Josef Onoh warns that withdrawing police from VIP protection could spike kidnappings and worsen Nigeria's security crisis. He proposes calibrated approach.
The Nigerian Army Council has approved the promotion of 105 senior officers to higher ranks. Discover the full list of promoted officers and their new positions in this comprehensive report.
Nigeria Police Force exposes fake document about officers' withdrawal from VIP duties. Learn the truth about President Tinubu's security reforms and implementation timeline.
Nigeria's Inspector General of Police confirms withdrawal of 11,566 officers from VIP security details following presidential directive. Officers to focus on community policing and national security.
Two senators and a House Rep condemn President Tinubu's directive to withdraw police from VIP duties, warning it will make politicians targets for bandits and terrorists.
IGP Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP protection following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to strengthen national security.
Nigeria establishes joint committee to recruit 30,000 police officers, enhancing national security through transparent recruitment process. Learn about this crucial security initiative.
IGP Kayode Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP duties following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to frontline policing to combat crime nationwide.
Two hoodlums have been arrested for stabbing a police inspector to death in Akure, Ondo State. The incident triggered panic and a swift police response. Read more details.
Nigerian lawmakers openly criticized President Tinubu's approach to bandit attacks, rejecting negotiations and demanding accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi. Read the full details of the security crisis.
Maj.-Gen. Farouk Mijinyawa has charged newly promoted Army Warrant Officers at 81 Division to demonstrate exemplary leadership and uphold highest standards of discipline.
Reps member Idris Wase reveals bandits are threatening to abduct lawmakers, urges President Tinubu to review police withdrawal from VIPs for enhanced security.
National Assembly members express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police withdrawal from VIPs. Former Deputy Speaker warns of bandit threats against lawmakers.
Former Kano governor Abdullahi Ganduje establishes Khairun Nas security outfit to absorb 12,000 dismissed Hisbah personnel. New voluntary organization to operate independently from government.
Nigeria Police Force begins enforcement of President Tinubu's order withdrawing officers from VIPs. All personnel ordered back to base by November 24, 2025. Read details.
Nigerian VIPs express security concerns after President Tinubu orders police escort withdrawal. Many doubt NSCDC's capability to provide adequate protection amid rising insecurity.
HURIWA calls on President Tinubu to issue executive order for police withdrawal from VIPs. Group demands penalties for non-compliant police chiefs, criticizes Boko Haram reintegration.
Five police officers ambushed and killed by herdsmen in Bauchi laid to rest. Commissioner leads funeral ceremony as manhunt for perpetrators intensifies.
The ADC party dismisses President Tinubu's police VIP withdrawal as political grandstanding, demanding a holistic security strategy instead of cosmetic changes. Read the full analysis.
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police escorts from VIPs nationwide. Officers to return to core policing duties in underserved communities. Will this time be different?
Former Senator Shehu Santi reacts to President Tinubu's order withdrawing police from VIPs, warning it may not be implemented despite security crisis. Read full analysis.
NBA Bwari Branch demands VIO officers immediately leave FCT highways, citing court order violation. Legal action threatened if non-compliant within 7 days. Read full details.
Five police officers killed, two injured as herdsmen ambush tactical team in Bauchi. Police confirm several attackers neutralized during the gun battle in Sabon Sara village.