Political analysis, national security dispatches, and court proceedings from across Nigeria.
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed reports suggesting that the United States (US) has withdrawn all its troops from Nigeria, stating that about 200 American military personnel are still stationed in the country remain for intelligence cooperation and military training. Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said only the additional troops deployed for […]
Defence and SecurityPresident Bola Tinubu has advanced plans for the establishment of state police by submitting a Constitution Alteration Bill to the Senate for consideration. The proposal seeks to amend the 1999 Constitution to legally empower states to set up and manage their own police forces alongside federal security agencies. The initiative forms part of ongoing constitutional […]
The Presidency has revealed that plans to establish state police are gaining momentum, with constitutional changes required for the reform approaching completion after months of strategic engagements. Fresh indications have emerged that Nigeria may soon take a major step toward creating state police as the Federal Government advances work on the legal framework for the […]
President Bola Tinubu says his administration will continue to strengthen Nigeria’s naval capacity after commissioning three new vessels and praising the Navy’s performance in safeguarding maritime interests. Tinubu made the remarks during the International Fleet Review held as part of the Nigerian Navy’s anniversary celebration, where he also lauded the service for its steady progress […]
Defence and SecurityThe Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered an extensive nationwide security operation following the Eid-el-Kabir prayers across Nigeria, with officers deployed to highways, motor parks and other busy public places. The move is aimed at sustaining peace and preventing any form of criminal activity during the ongoing Sallah celebrations. Disu gave the directive […]
Defence and SecurityThe Nigeria Police Force has summoned Assistant Superintendent of Police Newton Isokpehi after a viral video captured him threatening Nigerians who filmed police officers on duty. The police announced on Thursday that disciplinary procedures had already commenced against the officer over what it described as unacceptable conduct. In an official statement, the Force condemned the […]