…population, and extraordinary human talent, have yet to translate into the prosperity, security and dignity the people deserve and the founding fathers espoused. The country’s greatest tragedy is no longer that it has failed to realise its potential. It is that it has become accustomed to failing to realise it. The pol…

…of additional military formations in Gombe State. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Adamu Dishi Kupto, said the state would host the 27 Armoured Brigade and its Garrison, as well as the 271 Tank Battalion in Bajoga and the 272 Tank Battalion in Kaltungo. He said the new formations would strengthe…

…as the House of Representatives Press Corps brings together political, legislative and security stakeholders to examine the implications of the reform for Nigeria’s security architecture and federal system. The debate comes as the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish State Police Services is before the 36…

…the killing and described the incident as a “broad-daylight evil.” He called on security agencies to urgently investigate the incident, apprehend all those responsible and ensure that they are brought to justice. “The party described the deceased as a committed and dedicated party member whose contributions to the grow…

…raise smallholder productivity, strengthen value chains, and improve food and nutrition security,” he said. Addressing youth empowerment, he said over 60 per cent of Nigerians are under 25. “We have expanded the Education Loan Fund so that millions of students can afford university and vocational studies. We are streng…

…Party, LP, has urged Nigerians not to lose hope in the country despite the economic and security challenges confronting the nation. The party made the call in a statement on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Eluma Asogwa, to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. The LP said Nigeria’s continued…

…Legit.ng published that the UK released a list of countries with reciprocal social security agreements in 2026.UK set to tighten permanent residency rulesMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the UK announced its plan to raise the English language requirement for permanent residency from B1 to B2 across several…

…Linking Upstream Supply to Downstream Demand,” with stakeholders examining feedstock security, refining capacity, infrastructure and Nigeria’s competitiveness in regional and global refined-products markets. The post Dangote reshapes West Africa fuel trade as regional supply gains ground appeared first on Vanguard News…

…Chris Iyovwaye, has called for the state’s “independence” from poverty, unemployment, insecurity and “failed leadership.” He urged Deltans to “reset” the state ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Iyovwaye made the call in his Independence Day address made available to PUNCH Online on Wednesday. The candidate said…

…said. He called on the government to improve conditions at the camp while addressing the security problems that forced the residents to leave their communities. Obi said the Sokoto visit was his 12th visit to an IDP camp in Nigeria and pledged to continue supporting displaced Nigerians. He also criticised the country’s…

…immediately address the pressing needs of the displaced persons while also tackling the security challenges that forced them to leave their homes. “I have always insisted that as long as even one Nigerian lives in an IDP camp, we are all internally displaced,” Obi said. He said temporary accommodation should be made mo…

…Pike, 50, is scheduled to be executed at 11:00 EDT (15:00 GMT) at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville, Tennessee, for the 1995 murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer. If the execution proceeds, Pike would become the first woman to be executed in Tennessee in more than 200 years, BBC reported Wednesday. P…

…homes and farmlands, warning that the loss of agricultural produce could worsen food insecurity. The Senate President commended agencies and individuals involved in emergency response, but urged governments at all levels to respond to disasters with greater speed and preparedness. On the economy, Akpabio said the Senat…

…formally engaged as a technical partner in government communication campaigns covering security, disease prevention, public sensitisation and other initiatives. The NIPR chairman said the manifesto programme was part of the chapter’s preparations for the 2027 elections and that Charles Iornumbe would chair its organisi…

…raised and paid N3 million, but the victims have yet to be released. When contacted, the security adviser to the governor on Internal Affairs, Joseph Har, confirmed the incident but said that the actual number of people kidnapped was unknown, adding that the incident had been reported to the relevant security agencies,…

…Nkechi Nwogu, was never part of the process. “There was primary. The INEC officials and security agencies that came around witnessed it. I had my agents in Umuahia North, Ikwuano, Isiala Ngwa North, Isiala Ngwa South and Osisioma,” she said. She claimed she won in Umuahia South, Umuahia North, Ikwuano and Isiala Ngwa N…

…State Government to the alleged unlawful arrests, particularly any directive instructing security agencies to target individuals because of their political affiliation. He maintained that where there is evidence of police misconduct, abuse of power or political interference, such evidence should be submitted to the app…

The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old security guard over the alleged sexual assault of a five-year-old pupil of a nursery and primary school in Calabar. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Calabar, saying the “school proprietre…

…zones or compartments, training of Federal and state veterinary inspectors, stronger biosecurity and upgraded laboratory capacity as other areas requiring attention. Presenting UNIDO’s areas of potential support, the organisation’s Regional Programme Manager, Adalberto Vieira, said it could assist Nigeria in deploying…

…Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old security guard attached to a nursery and primary school in Calabar over the alleged sexual assault of a five-year-old pupil. The suspect, identified as Bright Bassey Elijah, was arrested after the incident was reported to the police…

…should be discouraged from attacking opponents or destroying campaign materials. Security agencies should protect political actors and voters impartially, while institutions should enforce electoral rules consistently.The cost of political tension could extend beyond elections, affecting borrowing costs, investment dec…

…people were also said to have sustained injuries. The politicians subsequently contacted security authorities, including the Ogun State Police Command and the Department of State Services (DSS), following which a detachment of police and DSS operatives arrived at the scene. Initial accounts circulating online alleged t…

…attacks, killings and abduction of teachers and pupils, urging governments to strengthen security in schools. Amba spoke on Monday in Enugu while addressing the ongoing 59th National Conference of Delegates of the NUT, themed: “Deployment of Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education Will Erode the Place…

…of privatisation of public educational services and a serious threat to the employment security, professional autonomy and workplace rights of teachers. He called for its immediate suspension and reversal, as well as meaningful consultation with critical stakeholders, including teachers and parents. Amba also lamented…

…taken to hospital for treatment. Middle Belt attacks: US urges Nigeria to strengthen security efforts