…monitoring ahead of the governorship poll. The new committee will be chaired by former Commissioner for Youth, Hon. Yemi Lawal, with Hon. Oyewole Rafiu Abayomi, Hon. Olawuni Felix Olugbenga, Hon. Adeyeye, Hon. Amos Akindiya, Hon. Jelili Danku, Barr. Akintayo Jimoh, Hon. Oyelakin and Hon. Ajibola Dada serving as members…

…remaining members of the criminal network. Commending the success of the operation, the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Abimbola, applauded the operatives for their diligence, professionalism and resilience, describing the feat as another testament to the command's intelligence-driven policing strategy and unwavering…

…collaboration that will mutually benefit both countries," Olopade said. "At the Sports Commission, through the mandate given to us by the President, we are building an ecosystem that is economically friendly for sports, and this collaboration with Kosovo will further boost that drive."

…election," he alleged. The AMG also criticised a protest allegedly led by the Commissioner for Women Affairs against the NWC's revised National Assembly candidates' list.

…list of National Assembly candidates submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as aggrieved aspirants drag the party to court, stakeholders demand fresh representation, and a chieftain warns of simmering anger within the party's ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development, noneth…

…our occupation. We need government support to cushion our losses," he said. Ebonyi State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Sylvester Nwengwu Nwite, said government had repeatedly warned residents in flood-prone and riverine communities to relocate temporarily during the rainy season. He said the state is addressing flo…

…Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. Okeregwu said the ministry investigates complaints brought to its attention and works closely with the relevant federal regulators whenever intervention is required. "When cases of environmental degradation are reported,…

…the government continues to freeze end-user tariffs. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission disclosed this in its First Quarter 2026 report, stating that the subsidy arose from the Federal Government's decision to retain electricity tariffs at the July 2024 rates instead of implementing cost-reflective tariffs.…

Nigeria Data Protection Commission CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji, discusses alleged data breaches, the INEC voter data leak probe, enforcement efforts, localisation policies, emerging technologies, and key achievements in this interview with SAMI TUNJI How has the NDPC handled investigations into the various data protection…

…State Governor, Inuwa Yahaya, on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Kwami, who passed away after a brief illness. In a statement issued by the Director-General of Press Affairs, Ismaila Misilli, the governor described the late former commissioner as a dedicated…

…against the offenders in line with extant laws and procedures. The spokesman said the Commissioner of Police, Mr Bode Ojajuni, directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Commanders to intensify enforcement of the directive across the state. He said coordinated operations conducted simultaneously…

…the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, the Federal Character Commission and the Budget Office before recruitment commenced. “There was no illegal or quiet recruitment. Everything was done in accordance with the law and due process. Anyone who wants to verify the approvals is free to come to the…

…to ascertain their health condition and ensure they receive adequate medical care. “The Commissioner of Police, CP FALADE ADEGOROYE MICHEAL, commends the dedication, professionalism, and synergy exhibited by all security stakeholders whose collective efforts culminated in the successful rescue of the victims. “He parti…

…who authorised the spending. He further called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and other anti-corruption agencies to investigate the alleged unrecorded expenditures and deductions from state allocations. “The National…

…had been intensified to apprehend the abductors. The police spokesperson said the Commissioner of Police, Michael Falade, commended all security agencies for their collaboration and appreciated the support of the state government and residents in the operation.

…warned. He added that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission had been mandated to monitor the utilisation of the equipment to prevent diversion. The minister also announced that the first batch of National Health Fellows from Bauchi had been absorbed into the Federal Civil Service, whil…

…the release also added. Reaffirming the Command's position on tackling violent crime, Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, said the Command would continue to deploy intelligence-led strategies and proactive policing operations. The Commissioner "reaffirmed the Command's unwavering commitment to sustaining intellige…

The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has accused some critics of politicising flooding in the state, insisting that ongoing interventions on drainage channels, wetlands and floodplains have reduced the impact of heavy rainfall despite the effects of climate change. Wahab…

…has told the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to unmask the internal criminal elements working with Prince Matthew Adeniyi to operate a fictitious presidential agency for prosecution. The Presidency alleged that there are internal collaborators enabling Prince A…

…losses and food shortages. Several victims and community leaders, including former Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Patrick Muoboghare, have repeatedly narrated heartbreaking stories of the destruction of crops, attacks on farmers, kidnappings, and violent confrontations allegedly perpetrated by armed herders.…

…of public safety and public order." Each State Police, by contrast, is headed by a Commissioner of Police appointed by the Governor on the National Police Council's advice, subject to State House of Assembly's confirmation. The Governor holds the same directive power over his Commissioner that the President holds over…

…it set aside its December 2025 judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the NDC as a political party, although that decision has since been overturned on appeal. The legal twists have revived questions first raised months ago about the forces behind the emerging party. They ha…

…development. Receiving the award in London on behalf of the Governor, the Imo State Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation and Strategy, Hon Declan Emelumba, described it as a global acknowledgement of Uzodimma's hard work and commitment to the overall development of the state. While commending the South Caro…

…knife and a red cult hooded cap. Commending the operatives for their swift response, the Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, said the timely intervention prevented what could have degenerated into serious violence within the university community. "The professionalism, vigilance and prompt action display…

…while 38 victims were rescued through intelligence gathering and covert operations. The Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, said this in a press briefing. Also, he disclosed that 15 suspected cultists, three armed robbery suspects, 11 murder suspects and 14 suspects involved in rape and defilement cases were also…