Plateau killings: Mutfwang meets with security agencies, orders crackdown on mob action, illegal roadblocks

Plateau state governor Caleb Mutfwang has Mutfwang warned that the government would not tolerate lawlessness or mob action by any group or individuals. The governor issued the warning on Friday at the end of an emergency security meeting at the government house, Jos. He also ordered an immediate clampdown on rising insecurity and unauthorized roadblocks…

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Electoral Act 2026: Between reform and reality

By Shu’aibu Usman Leman The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria and a broad spectrum of citizens have raised concerns over the amended Electoral Act, urging the National Assembly to revisit aspects of the reform. Central to their demand is the mandatory real time electronic transmission of election results as a means of restoring public confidence…

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Why Nigeria must broaden its sporting horizon

By Joseph Kwewum Though football has not been officially declared Nigeria’s national sport by law, it is unquestionably regarded as such in practice. No other game commands the same level of passion, loyalty, and nationwide devotion like football. It stands above all other sports as a source of pride and collective identity. In a country…

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INEC announces new dates for 2027 general elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed January 16, 2027, as the new date for the presidential and national assembly elections. The commission also fixed February 6, 2027, as the date for governorship and state houses of assembly election. The National Commissioner and Chairman, information and voter education committee, announced the new election timetable…

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Tinubu appoints Disu as acting IGP

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) with immediate effect. Until his appointment, Disu was and Assistant IGP. His appointment followed the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun on Tuesday. Egbetokun had on in his resignation letter, cited pressing family considerations. Appointed in June 2023, Egbetokun was serving a…

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