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Nigerian Leaders Weigh Risks and Benefits of State Police Reform
Nigerian political and security leaders are debating the transition to state policing, emphasizing the need for constitutional safeguards, proper funding, and public participation to prevent potential abuse of power.
Information Minister Affirms Tinubu’s Proactive Stance on Ebola Preparedness
Information Minister Mohammed Idris details President Tinubu’s N10 billion intervention and a new communication strategy to keep Nigeria safe from the threat of Ebola.
NMDPRA confirms deregulated fuel sector and strengthens consumer protection efforts
The NMDPRA has clarified that Nigeria's petroleum market is fully deregulated, with fuel prices set by market forces, while simultaneously ramping up consumer protection and monitoring efforts.
Chidi Odinkalu: Detention of prominent figures reveals the fleeting nature of political authority
Prof. Chidi Odinkalu suggests that the recent detention of three high-profile political figures highlights the transient nature of power and the dangers of backing selective injustice.
Nigerian Senate Approves Lafarge Africa Acquisition by Huaxin with Regulatory Caveats
The Nigerian Senate has approved the sale of Lafarge Africa Plc to Hainan Huaxin Pan-African Investment Company, citing no national security risks while demanding strict regulatory oversight.
Federal Government broadens anti-kidnap initiative to states and updates security protocols
The Federal Government has launched the second phase of its Multi-Agency Anti-Kidnap Fusion Cell expansion to state levels, aiming to improve inter-agency coordination and combat evolving kidnapping threats.
House of Representatives Proposes Nutritionists Registration Council
Lawmakers are considering a new bill to establish the Nutritionists Registration Council of Nigeria to regulate the profession, eliminate quackery, and better address the country's malnutrition crisis.
Sam Amadi and ICPC Chief Condemn Academic Corruption in Nigeria
Academic leaders and ICPC officials met at Yakubu Gowon University to demand an end to corruption in Nigerian higher education, citing concerns over fake professorships, exam fraud, and sexual harassment.
President Tinubu requests Senate endorsement for secondary education legislative changes
President Bola Tinubu has submitted the National Secondary Education Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2026, to the Senate to improve the administration of senior secondary education in Nigeria.
Abuja Court Adjourns Ansaru Terror Trial to July 20
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set a July 20 date to resume the trial of two alleged Ansaru commanders facing terrorism charges brought by the DSS.