Month: June 2026
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Sunday Igboho Defends Security Campaign as Anti-Crime, Not Ethnic Bias
Activist Sunday Igboho has clarified that his security advocacy in Nigeria is strictly anti-criminal and not an attack on any ethnic group, rebuffing calls for government intervention against his campaigns.
Sir Keir Starmer Resigns as Labour Leader: The Succession Process Explained
Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Labour leader, initiating the search for his successor as Prime Minister with Andy Burnham emerging as a primary candidate.
Omoyele Sowore vows to continue activism despite Kuje Prison remand
African Action Congress candidate Omoyele Sowore remains steadfast in his activism after a Federal High Court judge ordered his remand to Kuje Prison.
South-East consumers advocate for compensation over tariff band downgrades
The South East Electricity Consumers Association has urged regulators to adopt a compensation model for service failures rather than relying on tariff band downgrades, labeling the NERC's recent compensation initiative a constructive approach.
Onitsha to host yearly Ofala Festival this October
The Obi of Onitsha's palace has scheduled the 2026 Ofala Festival for October 16, focusing on the theme of resilience and community progress.
Lagos Police Chief Reports 243 Arrests and 60 Firearms Seized Over Three Months
Lagos Police Commissioner Tijani Fatai reported the arrest of 243 suspects and the recovery of 60 firearms between March and June 2026, highlighting a decline in major crimes.
Large-scale retirements planned for Nigeria Customs Service
Over 1,500 Nigeria Customs Service officers are slated for retirement by 2027 as the agency prepares for leadership transitions.
DIG Adegoke Fayoade Promises Impending Rescue of Oyo Abductees
DIG Adegoke Fayoade reassures the public of the imminent rescue of kidnapped students and teachers in Oyo State while outlining a modernization strategy for the Nigeria Police Force.
Oil Prices Dip Amid US-Iran Talks; Sterling Stabilizes Following Starmer Resignation
Oil prices declined on positive US-Iran diplomacy, while British markets remained steady following Prime Minister Keir Starmer's announcement that he plans to resign.
Nigerian Navy Conducts Waterway Rescue and Seizes Large Fuel Cache
The Nigerian Navy successfully rescued three people from a sunken boat in Warri and seized over 63,000 litres of illicit fuel during operations in Rivers State.