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State Police: Our aim is to enact laws for collective welfare of Nigerians, says Kalu
Kunle Sanni Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has said that the principal aim of the parliament with regards to the state police bill is to enact laws and pursue reforms that will benefit the collective welfare of the nation. Acknowledging concerns expressed in some quarters about possible abuse of the policing system at the state level…
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Shettima restates FG’s commitment to national security, urges more work on state police
Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening national security under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, and called for increased support for the Nigerian Police Force. He observed that the idea of state policing is not just a mere policy proposal, but a potential milestone in the evolution of the nation’s law enforcement framework that would…
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BREAKING: Nigerian Army sacks two soldiers for stealing armoured cables
The Nigerian Army has sacked two soldiers who allegedly stole armoured cables at the Dangote Refinery in Lekki axis of Lagos State. The sacked soldiers were Corporal Innocent Joseph and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani. Their sack was confirmed by Director Army Public Relations, Major- General Onyema Nwachukwu, in a statement released on Monday.
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FG launches N200bn intervention fund for MSMEs, manufacturing sector
The Federal Government has launched the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and Manufacturing segment of the Presidential N200 billion Intervention Fund. Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, announced the launch of the Intervention Fund in a statement on Monday. Uzoka-Anite said with applications for the Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme now closed, the Federal Government is excited to…
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Obi flays Lagos-Calabar highway, says Nigeria has many uncomplicated road projects
By Innocent Raphael Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), recently voiced his apprehensions regarding the Lagos-Calabar Super Highway Project, highlighting a pressing concern regarding the numerous uncompleted roads scattered across the country, many of which according to him, have morphed into hazardous death traps and security risks. Obi’s statement, shared on his official platform, underscored the need for…
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Tinubu vows to combat terrorism across West Africa
By Innocent Raphael Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed deep concern over the escalating terrorism in West Africa, pledging the commitment of his government to eradicating the menace. Tinubu stated this during his address at the opening ceremony of the ongoing African Counter-Terrorism summit in Abuja on Monday, pledging his government’s unwavering commitment to eradicating the trend, highlighting the…
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We must halt the proliferation of small, light arms in Africa, says Tinubu
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed concern over the proliferation of small and light weapons across the African continent. He urged for a halt to this trend, emphasizing the need for peace and security in the region. The President who said this on Monday while delivering his goodwill message at the opening of the African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja,…
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We’re working to prosecute terrorism offenders in Nigeria, says Ribadu
Kunle Sanni The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mr. Nuhu Ribadu on Monday said the President Bola Tinubu administration would be working in enhancing and partnering with the judiciary to counterterrorism in Nigeria. This, the NSA, said would assist in effectively assist in prosecuting terrorism offenders. Ribadu also stated that Tinubu’s government will be committed to engaging communities and the media…
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Kenyan authorities apprehend Binance executive who fled Nigeria
The Kenya Police Service has taken into custody the fleeing executive from Binance, Nadeem Anjarwalla, and the International Criminal Police Organization is working to extradite him to Nigeria later this week. Government sources who are familiar with the case but spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to comment on the topic, confirmed the development to the…
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Tinubu to roll out CNG assisted vehicle in May
Kunle Sanni Following the launch of President Bola Tinubu Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative in October 2023, aimed to deliver cheaper, safer and more climate friendly energy, the Presidency has announced that the CNG assisted vehicle will be launched in May. The CNG Initiative was designed to deliver compressed natural gas especially for mass transit, Bayo Onanuga, the Special…
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