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Osun Police Chief Demands Orderly Behavior for Upcoming Gubernatorial Race
Osun State Police Commissioner Ibrahim Gotan has called on all political stakeholders to uphold the law and ensure a peaceful environment leading up to the state's governorship election.
Senate Approves Legislation for State-Level Policing
The Nigerian Senate has approved a constitutional amendment to introduce a dual policing system, allowing states to establish their own police services alongside a federal structure.
Nigeria Plans 5MW Solar Expansion via Rural Electrification Agency
Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe announced that the Rural Electrification Agency will add 5 megawatts of solar energy to support Epe and surrounding areas after the launch of a new 504kW mini-grid.
Sokoto High Court hands down death sentences for terrorism and arms smuggling
A Sokoto High Court has sentenced three men, including a foreign national, to death for their roles in terrorism and illegal arms trafficking.
Senate Advances State Police Bill Through Second Reading
The Nigerian Senate has progressed the Constitution Amendment Bill for state police to the second reading, with lawmakers emphasizing the need for robust safeguards and oversight.
Rufai Oseni Challenges Bayo Onanuga Over Claims Regarding Nigerian Economic Hardship
Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni has challenged presidential aide Bayo Onanuga to swear that requests for financial aid from citizens have not spiked since President Tinubu assumed office.
Ogun State Justice Ministry provides updates on sexual assault allegations
Ogun State officials have cleared Mirabel of rape allegations after finding them to be fabricated, while reporting a breakthrough in the search for suspects in a separate gang rape case in Ifo.
Defence Intelligence Chief Claims Terrorist Groups Weakened by Military and Global Allies
Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye stated that collaborative military efforts with global allies have successfully dismantled the core operational capacity of terrorist groups in Nigeria.
Senate Switches to Manual Voting for State Police Bill After Technical Failure
Technical issues forced the Nigerian Senate to abandon its electronic voting system in favor of manual hand-raising while debating a critical constitutional amendment regarding the creation of state police.
South-West Amotekun Commanders Advocate for State Police to Combat Insecurity
South-West Amotekun commanders assert that state policing is the most effective strategy to resolve Nigeria's insecurity, citing the operational success of their regional network.