The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has dismissed social media reports alleging a promotion scandal within the Nigeria Police Force, describing them as false and aimed at tarnishing the image of the institution. Egbetokun made the clarification on Tuesday in Abuja during the decoration ceremony of 19 newly promoted senior officers, including Deputy Inspector General of Police Mohammed Dan-Kwara, Assistant Inspector General of Police Nkechi Eze, the Force…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed to political parties in Osun State to conduct peaceful, transparent, and law-abiding primaries ahead of the 2026 governorship election. INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Dr Mutiu Agboke, made the appeal on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Commission’s state office in Osogbo. Dr Agboke said the engagement was part of INEC’s ongoing efforts to ensure that all…

President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate requesting the confirmation of the newly appointed service chiefs. The letter, addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, was read during Tuesday’s plenary session in Abuja. The nominees include Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede; Chief of Army Staff, Major-General Waheedi Shaibu; Chief of Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Idi Abbas; Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Kennedy Aneke; and Chief of…

The Ondo State Government has approved the construction and rehabilitation of 101 kilometres of roads as part of efforts to bridge infrastructure gaps and boost economic development across the state. The Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands, and Housing, Engr. Ayorinde Olawoye, announced the approval on Tuesday in Akure while briefing journalists on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting, which was presided over by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Olawoye explained that…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged Nigerian youth to uphold integrity and ethical standards while rejecting the lure of internet fraud as they prepare for future leadership roles. Olukoyede delivered the charge yesterday during an orientation and sensitization program for new students of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Nigerian Air Force, Mando, Kaduna, marking the start of the 2025/2026 Academic…

The Bayelsa State government has entered into a new partnership with the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Beijing to advance infrastructure, agricultural and aquaculture development, as well as mass housing for civil servants and low-income earners. According to a statement on Monday, Governor Douye Diri signed the agreement on behalf of the state, while CCECC President, Mr Chen Sichang, signed for the…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an extension of the ongoing collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in Anambra State, following widespread appeals from citizens and stakeholders for additional time. In a statement issued on Monday night by the Director of Voter Education and Publicity, Victoria Eta-Messi, the commission confirmed that the exercise, initially set to conclude on Sunday, 26 October, will now continue from Wednesday, 29 October,…

Dafwat explained that the CSOs are aimed at making INEC truly independent.

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and granting full financial autonomy to the state’s judiciary, which he lauded for its “uncommon courage” in defending democracy during recent political turbulence. Speaking on Monday at both the Thanksgiving Service and the Special Court Session marking the commencement of the 2025/2026 Legal Year, the governor declared that his government would not interfere…

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has expressed satisfaction with the pace of work on the Trans-Kalabari Road project, revealing that approximately 75% of the most crucial piling work has already been completed. The governor shared the update on Monday after an on-the-spot inspection of the 12.5-kilometre road, which is designed to connect the state capital to various Kalabari communities located across the sea. Fubara travelled the route via a…

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has formally abandoned his plan to call witnesses in his ongoing trial for alleged terrorism-related charges, asserting that no legitimate case exists against him. Kanu had initially informed the court of his intention to summon witnesses in his defence by submitting a formal written request for witness summons. However, during proceedings on Monday, he stated that after reviewing the case…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has adjourned the hearing of a preliminary objection filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in her ongoing defamation trial until 1 December. Justice Chizoba Oji fixed the new date on Monday after the prosecuting counsel, David Kaswe, informed the court that although the matter was scheduled for a hearing, the prosecution had been unable to properly serve its response to the defence.…