Former Governor of Anambra State and ex-Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, narrowly escaped an attack on Wednesday. Unknown gunmen targeted his convoy along Nkpor–Nnobi Road in Idemili North Local Government Area. Fred Chukwuelobe, Ngige’s media aide, confirmed the incident on Thursday. He explained that Dr. Ngige was not in the convoy when…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the US–Nigeria Joint Security Working Group, a move that aims to strengthen defence cooperation between both nations. The decision followed recent high-level engagements in Washington, DC. Tinubu Approves New Security Delegation Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga announced the approval in…
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Mrs. Ayo Omidiran as Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). Additionally, it approved 37 commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This marks a major step toward strengthening federal oversight. Screening Report Highlights No Issues Sen. Allwell Onyesoh, Chairman of the Senate Committee on…
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, says Nigeria is fully prepared to confront the security challenges affecting the nation.He made this known on Thursday during an unscheduled visit to the NSCDC FCT Command and the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in Abuja. Tinubu Gives Marching Order on National Security The minister explained that President Bola…
The Federal Government of Nigeria recently assured the public about former President Goodluck Jonathan. Officials stated he remains safe and has left Guinea-Bissau. This news follows a sudden military coup in the West African nation. The Coup’s Outbreak Soldiers seized control on November 26, 2025. They closed borders and suspended elections. Heavy gunfire erupted near…
Former Minister of State for Petroleum, Chief Timipre Sylva, recently contacted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. He asked for a specific date to appear before them. This move follows the agency’s declaration of him as wanted. The Letter’s Details Sylva sent the letter on November 24, 2025. The EFCC received and acknowledged it on…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State recently held a crucial meeting. He gathered the State Security Council to review the current situation. Security chiefs presented their reports during the session. The Meeting Details The governor convened the emergency meeting in Lagos. Chiefs from various agencies briefed him on operations. They covered recent activities and challenges….
Southern governors act to improve security. They establish a zonal fund. States are contributing to it. It becomes a pool that supports operations and builds skills. The leaders seek ways to defend their zones. The Decision Emerges Governors discuss threats, they agree on a fund. Each state pledges resources in the interest of unity reinforced…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday expressed concern over what it described as the “quiet abandonment” of the Safe School Initiative in Nigeria. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, briefed journalists on the party’s resolutions during a closed-door meeting in Abuja. National Chairman Senator David Mark chaired the session, while former Kaduna State…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Federal Government of negotiating with kidnappers to free victims, following the release of 24 schoolgirls abducted from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, Kebbi State. Government Allegedly Negotiates with Insurgents Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi said, “The government…
