The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has welcomed the rescue of pupils, teachers and other victims abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The association described the operation as a moment of thanksgiving. However, it urged the Federal Government to sustain efforts until every Nigerian still in the hands of kidnappers…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has sued the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its alleged failure to investigate claims involving ₦800 billion in Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) funds. SERAP accused some All Progressives Congress (APC) governors of diverting the funds for political and campaign activities. The organisation said INEC failed to…
The European Parliament has called on the Nigerian government to strengthen security and protect Christian communities following renewed attacks in parts of the country. Lawmakers expressed concern over the security situation in the Middle Belt, especially Plateau State. They urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to stop violent attacks and bring those responsible to…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the Federal Government to focus on preventing kidnappings instead of measuring success by rescue operations. The opposition party made the call on Saturday while reacting to the rescue of pupils, teachers and other victims abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The victims spent…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has welcomed the rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State. However, he questioned the timing of their release, saying it coincided with the launch of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign activities ahead of the 2027 election. Atiku made the remarks in a statement issued on Saturday by…
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde says the criticism directed at him over the recent abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area mirrors the backlash former President Goodluck Jonathan faced after the 2014 Chibok schoolgirls’ kidnapping. The governor argued that Nigerians often blame state governors for insecurity even though they do not have…
The Labour Party has unveiled Hajja Bintu Konto as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. Konto will run alongside the party’s presidential candidate, Dr. Chibuzo Okereke. The party said the ticket reflects competence, integrity and national inclusion. Party explains nomination Labour Party National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, announced the nomination in Abuja on…
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun says the proposed state police system will strengthen community policing, improve intelligence gathering and bring security services closer to Nigerians. He made the remarks on Friday in New York during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The police chief said the initiative could improve public trust and…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying the President assumed office with a clear vision and has delivered significant progress in governance and the economy. The monarch spoke on Thursday during the inauguration of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Abuja. He said the administration’s policies have produced…
President Bola Tinubu has praised Nigeria’s security agencies for rescuing pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oyo State after 56 days in captivity. He commended the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force and other intelligence agencies for carrying out the operation. Tinubu said their efforts brought relief to the…
