…Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to build a more professional, combat-ready, and operationally effective police force. “The training programme, conducted at the Police Training School, Ilorin, was designed to sharpen the tactical capabilities of rank-and-file personnel through rigorous practical and classroom-based instruction,”…

…series for the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria have now failed to participate in two consecutive tournaments since their last appearance in 2018 in Russia. The three-time African champions are absent despite 10 countries representing the continent. After the qualifiers, Nigeria finished second in a group that had South Africa,…

…in public communication, intelligence coordination, operational policing and administrative management. Prior to his new appointment, Iniedu served as Head of the Complaint Response Unit at Force Headquarters in Abuja, where he supervised public complaint management and coordinated initiatives aimed at promoting transp…

The Ewuare II of Benin has summoned native doctors, traditional priests and priestesses to an emergency meeting over the growing insecurity in Edo State and other parts of the country. The directive was contained in a statement issued on Friday and signed by Chief Victor Nosakhare on behalf of the Secretary of the Beni…

…diversion of public funds, insisting that the money could be used for political activities ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State. It also expressed concern over what it described as the continued silence of relevant anti-corruption agencies since the alleged discovery, calling on both the EFC…

…fraudsters posing as pension officials and agents have been attempting to obtain sensitive information such as Bank Verification Numbers, BVNs, National Identification Numbers, NINs, bank account details and ATM card information from unsuspecting retirees. In a statement issued by the board's Public Relations Officer,…

…in the Abia State House of Assembly”, the association said. The acting PASAN executive further announced the immediate suspension of the treasurer of PASAN in the State, Nneoma Johnson and directed her to hand over her roles to the Financial Secretary. But reaffirming NLC’s 7-day ultimatum to the Abia State House of As…

…2026 World Cup signifies that Nigeria has missed the tournament for the second consecutive edition, having also failed to qualify for the previous tournament, thereby extending an undesirable streak for a nation that made its World Cup debut in 1994. World Cup 2026: Why I chose to play for South Africa over Nigeria – I…

…commissioning flights, marking the successful delivery of a secure, modified executive platform," the US Air Force said. Qatar’s gift of the aircraft, which is worth hundreds of millions of dollars, has raised some concerns and Trump has previously said it would be 'stupid' to reject the gift. He has also fixated on re…

…from the Saudi Pro League reportedly keeping an eye on his situation. Despite his relatively brief tenure at the club, the experienced midfielder has showcased a series of commendable performances and has quickly established himself as one of the team’s pivotal leaders in the locker room. However, the interest from Sau…

…Junior slotted home his second goal of the World Cup. It was Haiti’s second consecutive defeat at the tournament and sees them exit the tournament at the group stages. Brazil’s victory puts them top of Group C on goal difference. However, the top spot is wide open ahead of the final round of fixtures on Wednesday when…

…Board, Okeh Juliet, on Friday. The Board advised applicants to disregard unofficial directives on dress code and document requirements ahead of the medical screening phase. According to the Board, there is no prescribed dress code for candidates participating in the medical screening exercise scheduled to begin on Sund…

…“And because it has been polluted by all of these non-existent academies, there is no motivation for the real ones to invest in Nigerian football. “So, it boils down to a failing ecosystem. “What is the motivation for me to invest in an academy, than for me to gather the best young prospects and prepare to sell them? “…

…development projects, was helping to bridge development gaps and stimulate economic activities across urban and rural communities. "Development is not about promises alone; it is about tangible projects that directly impact the lives of ordinary people. The governor has shown commitment in translating government polici…

…claims that more than 30 persons had fallen victim to the killer. However, when operatives of the Cross River State Police Command eventually arrested a 49-year-old farmer, Akaniyene Ignatius, the mystery gave way to an even more disturbing revelation. According to Ekpeyong, detectives from the State Criminal Investiga…

…bye-polls will hold in Enugu, Rivers, Ondo and Nasarawa; and one House of Representatives and one state assembly bye-elections in Kano and Kebbi states. Ekiti governorship candidates Those gunning for Oyebanji’s seat are the African Democratic Congress, ADC, “consensus candidate”, Ambassador Dare Bejide; Dr Wole Oluyed…

…the governorship candidate of the ADC were conducted in line with the decisions and directives of the appropriate organs of the party. And Chief Great Ogboru remains the duly recognised and accepted governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Delta State. “Politics thrives on dialogue, compromise…

…partnerships with Middle East Airlines. SAHCO Chairman, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, said the initiative was aimed at boosting passengers, cargo and e-commerce activities between the two countries. Afolabi, represented by the Managing Director/CEO of SAHCO, Mrs Adenike Aboderin, said there was a need to strengthen bilateral trade…

…that mileage. You must vote because a government must be in place for the state to effectively plan for its people. Ekiti electorate, please go all out today and choose your next governor. Vote your choice and make the opportunity count. For first-time voters, make this privilege an avenue through which the state can m…

…since. It is gratifying that a wide swath of people from the state recognise the imperative of the inclusion of its most peripheral part into the mainstream. After the publication of my April 18 column, countless people from Ilorin Emirate reached out to me to say they saw merit in my arguments and were committed to re…

…during interrogation, these remain subject to verification. The matter is under active investigation. We urge the public to remain calm, avoid speculation and allow investigators to do their work.

…of three, pointed out that kerosene stoves and firewood are no longer viable alternatives. According to her, kerosene is equally expensive, while firewood poses serious health and environmental hazards. She urged the government to intervene urgently and find a lasting solution to the crisis. But while the challenge is…

…helped facilitate relationships and marriage discussions between families and prospective couples. "The idea behind the Yetunde app is pretty much the philosophy of using the old ways of doing things to solve modern-day problems," he told PUNCH. "Back in the day, there was the Yoruba concept of alarina, which is an int…

…on June 10, 2026 ordered their unconditional release. Yet, despite the court's directive, the elders remained in custody, igniting public debate over whether security agencies can lawfully disregard judicial pronouncements. Hyeladzira Nganjiwa, the presiding judge, gave the order while ruling on the motion filed under…

…the assumption that voters are infallible. It was built on the conviction that no alternative arrangement has proven more legitimate than allowing free citizens to determine their own political future. For that reason, the greatest threat to democracy is not always the enemy standing outside its gates. Often it is a te…