Tinubu Withdraws Police from VIPs to Boost Security
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police aides from VIPs, redeploying them to communities. Will this long-overdue reform finally succeed where past attempts failed?
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police aides from VIPs, redeploying them to communities. Will this long-overdue reform finally succeed where past attempts failed?
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Learn the crucial do's and don'ts for visiting newborns in Nigeria. Protect baby's health, respect new parents, and ensure a safe, positive visit with these simple, non-negotiable rules.
PalmPay unveils a ₦400 million festive rewards campaign, offering users cash prizes and all-expense-paid international trips for everyday app transactions. Join the World Travel Carnival from Dec 17 to Jan 8.
A Nigerian lady's TikTok video showcasing a large sum of money she saved in a container has gone viral, inspiring netizens with her financial discipline. See her story and reactions.
The NFF has petitioned FIFA over DR Congo's use of dual-nationality players. A favourable ruling could see the Super Eagles replace DR Congo and move one step from World Cup qualification.
Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.
FIFA investigates DR Congo for fielding ineligible players in World Cup qualifiers. This could overturn Nigeria's elimination and revive Super Eagles' 2026 hopes. Read the latest.
CAF enforces strict safety rules for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, banning alcohol, cigarettes, weapons, and more from all stadiums. Full list of prohibited items inside.
Senator Rufai Sani Hanga warns state police could trigger civil war, criticizes Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs. Read his full analysis on Nigeria's security crisis.
Joseph Ayo Babalola University awards N29 million to its best graduates. The top female student receives N5 million from First Lady's endowment. Read about the academic excellence celebrated at the convocation.
Nigerian singer Chike surprised a loyal fan with a cash gift after she streamed his music for over 36,000 minutes, making him her top artist on Spotify Wrapped 2025. Read the heartwarming story.
The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
Beneficiaries and officials in Osun State call for greater awareness and fairness in the Federal Government's social protection cash transfers, highlighting issues of exclusion and lack of transparency.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has issued 15 mandatory directives for the 2026 pilgrimage, including penalties for pilgrims who miss flights. Learn the key changes.
NAHCON has released 15 new operational rules for the 2026 Hajj, affecting flights, group movement, and medical screening. Intending pilgrims must note these changes to avoid penalties.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's new draft guidelines mandate a 72-hour window for reporting suspicious transfers to qualify for refunds. Learn what this means for your digital banking security.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced revised cash withdrawal rules, setting new weekly limits for individuals and corporates to start in January 2026. Learn the new limits and fees.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced new weekly cash withdrawal limits of N500,000 for individuals and N5m for corporates, with excess fees starting January 1, 2026. Read the full details.
A former Kano governorship candidate calls out a police officer still serving the Deputy Senate President despite President Tinubu's order to withdraw all VIP orderlies. Read the full story.
Nigeria's Central Bank has abolished cash deposit limits and raised weekly withdrawal thresholds to N500k for individuals. New policy takes effect January 2026.
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.
FIFA is set to introduce two drastic VAR adjustments, allowing reviews for corner kicks and second yellow cards, to be tested at the 2026 World Cup. Read the full details here.
Media mogul Dele Momodu alleges President Tinubu's police escort withdrawal is a political move against Atiku Abubakar. He calls the policy dangerous and myopic. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.