…vulnerable communities and creating a secure environment for citizens to go about their lawful activities without fear," he said. The latest rescues add to a series of recent gains recorded by security forces in the North-West as efforts intensify to curb terrorism, banditry and kidnapping across the region.
"We gathered here today to reaffirm Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as our presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, and we are throwing our full weight behind him," he said. "He remains our candidate, and nobody can change that. We will work tirelessly for him, and we are confident that he will emerge victoriou…
…that permits a dismissed officer to veto, suspend, delay, review, or reject a decision lawfully made by the Supreme Leader pursuant to his exclusive constitutional authority. “Accordingly, the moment the dissolution of the 3rd Administration was announced, its tenure came to an end. Any continued claim to office therea…
…policing and zero tolerance for violent crimes. He warned criminals to desist from unlawful activities or face the full weight of the law, while assuring residents of continued safety and security across Ogun State. Police bust armed robbery, car snatching syndicate in Ogun
…vulnerable communities and creating a secure environment for citizens to pursue their lawful daily activities without fear," Danja stated. The latest operations highlight the growing effectiveness of intelligence-led military actions in the North-West, where security forces have intensified offensives against terrorist…
…they will continue to keep it up.’ He, however, calls on the people to continue to be law-abiding and conduct themselves in an orderly manner; the youth should always be obedient to the constituted authority and not allow themselves to be used by any agents of destruction. At Ningo Sembe, polling 008 units in Ningo Boh…
…and not punishment. We do not want to stifle innovation or drive away investors. "Our law is a developmental law designed to stimulate sustainable growth," he said. The NDPC chief said the commission's dispute with Meta was the only matter that proceeded to court after the company challenged a 32 million dollar penalty…
…those who continue the blockades or resort to violence would face “the full force of the law.” Under the terms of Friday’s agreement, the government promised not to privatize public companies — a key demand of the unions. The agreement also provides for working groups bringing together ministers and union leaders to di…
…Vice-Chancellor (Administration). The affected students, Alao Iyanuoluwa Odunayo and Olawale Abiodun Samuel, were accused of conspiring to cyberbully Adio by allegedly sharing information relating to his private life online. According to the statement, the duo was involved in cyberbullying Adio "by posting his private…
…journeys along vulnerable routes while reaffirming its commitment to supporting lawful efforts aimed at restoring peace and security across Plateau State.
…charge today. Ibrahim Gusau inherited the same structure in 2022. If the structure was flawed, that is part of the legacy conversation. If it was sound, then results should have been better. Either way, self-declaration as "life president" does not help fix it. Nigeria's football problems are structural, not personal.…
The plaintiffs sued INEC as sole defendant in the suit. Meanwhile, when the case was called on Friday, Chief Gordy Uche, SAN, announced appearance for all the eight plaintiffs, including PDP, that is, the eighth plaintiff. But Mr Sunday Ameh, SAN, also stood up shortly after Uche made his appearance and also announced …
…and practices that they deploy in these cases." She further urged international law enforcement agencies to exercise greater sensitivity when investigating politically charged allegations across national borders. "The long arm of the law, when you go into other countries, particularly in politically motivated cases, ne…
By Steve Swann A former Nigerian oil minister cleared of taking bribes says the UK authorities destroyed her reputation in a failed prosecution that was "painful and traumatic". Diezani Alison-Madueke said the 13-year investigation by the National Crime Agency (NCA) "could have been handled a lot differently". Speaking…
…civil rights advocates and constitutional scholars about respect for the rule of law. For many observers, the issue transcends the fate of the detained community leaders. It strikes at the heart of Nigeria's democratic experiment and raises troubling questions about the willingness of powerful institutions to submit to…
…enemies she made as Nigeria's first female petroleum minister. "The long arm of the law when you go into other countries, particularly in politically motivated cases, needs to have a lot more sensitivity," she said. The NCA said it conducted "a long-running, in depth and complex investigation which was regularly review…
…of the soldiers on the battlefield. Execution of reintegration policy dangerously flawed-Prof OkabaSpeaking on the development, the immediate past President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), Prof. Benjamin Okaba, said: "These are not just policy questions; they touch on the very soul of our national life, justice, a…
…2022 governorship election with 187,057 votes, defeating Segun Oni of the SDP and Bisi Kolawole of the PDP, and has since consolidated his grip on the state's political architecture. His administration's six-point Shared Prosperity Agenda, focused on education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, economic growth,…
…people . He must allow ordinary Nigerians to protect themselves. It was probably good law to prohibit citizens from keeping rifles all those years. But times have changed radically. A desperate situation calls for desperate measures. The government now hires mercenaries to fight bandits. It also allows communities to b…
…married to Chief T(heopilus) O. S. Benson, a First Republic minister. Ogunsanya's in – laws grew up in Port Harcourt where Chief Michael Asinobi led the Igbo State Union. He met his wife in Benin during National Service but would later find out that she also spent her early years in Ebute Metta, his area of birth. " We…
For an institution that makes laws for more than 200 million Nigerians, this is dangerous. A legislature that cannot convincingly account for its own documents cannot credibly demand accountability from ministries, departments, agencies or ordinary citizens. The latest controversy came from the Senate over the report t…
The Federal Government has assured businesses that tax incentives granted under repealed tax laws will remain valid until their expiration
…Akin Rotimi, Friday, the House acknowledged the safety concerns but reminded opposition lawmakers that they are part of the government and share the responsibility of fixing the country's problems. Akin Rotimi’s reaction followed comments by the minority caucus leader, Fred Agbedi, during a press conference on Wednesda…
…public disorder. In his reaction on Friday, the state Commissioner for Education, Dr Lawal Olohungbebe, told DAILY POST that “following the statement issued by the Police confirming that the reported bandits' invasion was merely a rumour and not a real security threat, I wish to reassure parents, guardians, and the gen…
…demands”. The two suspended students were identified as Alao Iyanuoluwa Odunayo and Olawale Abiodun Samuel. The statement revealed that the school management “frowned at the involvement of the two students in denting the image of the university” “While investigation into the matter continues, the management ordered the…