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Tinubu celebrates Tunde Rahman’s service, loyalty at 60
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Special Duties, Tunde Rahman, on his 60th birthday, praising his loyalty, professionalism and years of dedicated service. In a congratulatory message on Tuesday signed by Bayo Onanuga, President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu commended Rahman for his long-standing commitment to duty, describing him as a dependable…
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IGP Disu redeploys commissioners of police nationwide (full list)
The inspector general of police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has ordered the redeployment of commissioners of police (CPs) across various formations in Nigeria. According to sources, the redeployments were communicated through a wireless message from the Office of the Force Secretary, stating that the postings are effective immediately. The move follows a previous redeployment of assistant inspectors general of police (AIGs)…
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Media key to accountability, Nigeria’s anti-corruption fight, says Information minister
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has emphasised the pivotal role of the media in shaping public perception, promoting accountability, and strengthening Nigeria’s fight against corruption. He made this known on Tuesday in Abuja during the National Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Media Outreach Programme, themed “The Role of Media in the Fight Against…
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EU, Nigeria move to deepen cooperation on trade, security
Nigeria and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in trade, investment and security following a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas. The meeting, held on Monday at the President’s residence in Lagos, focused on expanding economic collaboration and addressing shared security concerns amid…
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SGF inaugurates PenCom board, tasks members on transparency
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has inaugurated the board of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), charging members to uphold transparency, accountability and strong corporate governance in the management of Nigeria’s pension industry. In a statement issued on Monday by the Head of Information and Public Relations in the SGF’s office, Christopher Ugwuegbulam, Akume…
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PHOTOS: Lagos GAC, N’Assembly leaders, EU foreign policy chief visit Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu on Monday received prominent visitors at his Lagos residence. The prominent figures include members of the influential Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), the presiding officers of the National Assembly, Senate President Godwill Akpabio, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, and the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Ms. Kaja Kallas. The separate visits, held during…
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Police clarify IGP’s directive, deny disbandment of tactical units nationwide
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has refuted reports claiming that the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, ordered the disbandment of all police units and tactical squads across the country. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Placid, described the reports as a misrepresentation of the IGP’s directive, noting that no such blanket order was given.…
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State police bill to be presented to N’Assembly soon – AbdulRazaq
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has disclosed that discussions on the establishment of state police are progressing, with a legislative framework expected to be presented to the National Assembly of Nigeria. Speaking in his capacity as chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) on Sunday, AbdulRazaq said consultations are ongoing among security stakeholders under the coordination of the Office…
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IGP Disu restructures Police Force, shuts down RRS, SWAT, Anti-Robbery squads
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has ordered the immediate disbandment of all special police units and squads across the country as part of a sweeping reform of the Nigeria Police Force. The directive affects several tactical formations, including the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Anti-Cultism, Anti-Kidnapping, Scorpion Squad, Tactical Intelligence Response Squad (TIRS), Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Monitoring Units,…
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We’re seeking global support to fight insecurity— Tinubu tells governors
President Bola Tinubu has said his administration is making “frantic efforts” to strengthen international partnerships to tackle Nigeria’s escalating security challenges through equipment, training, and strategic support. Tinubu made the remarks on Sunday while receiving a delegation of state governors led by Vice President Kashim Shettima at his Lagos residence. “Why I’m making frantic efforts to contact other nations… If…
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