The HallowMace Foundation Africa has welcomed the Senate’s passage of the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across Nigeria, describing the development as a major step toward addressing the country’s growing security challenges. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Amb. Anderson Osiebe, and Head of Public Communications Desk, Amb. Oguh Hyginus John, the organization said the move reflects longstanding calls by Nigerians for a decentralized policing system capable of responding more effectively to local security threats. According to the foundation, the rise in banditry, kidnapping, terrorism,…
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ECOWAS Court Awards Jide Oyekunle N10m Damages Over Assault During Protest Coverage
The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has awarded N10 million in general damages to journalist Jide Oyekunle after finding the Federal Republic of Nigeria liable for violating his fundamental rights during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in Abuja. The landmark judgment, delivered on June 22, 2026, in Suit No. ECW/CCJ/APP/29/25, was secured by Avocats Sans Frontières France under its eRIGHTS project, supported by the European Union, which focuses on the protection of digital and human rights. Oyekunle, a journalist with Independent Newspaper and former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ),…
Senate Begins Debate on State Police Bill as FG Pushes Major Security Reform
The Senate on Wednesday commenced debate on a landmark constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish State Police Services across Nigeria, in what is being described as one of the most significant security reforms since the return to democracy. Leading the debate on the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, the Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, said the proposed legislation was an Executive Bill transmitted by President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Bola Ahmed Tinubu aimed at decentralising policing while preserving national security coordination.…
NITDA Rallies Stakeholders for Responsible AI Revolution in Nigeria
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to positioning Nigeria as a leading force in Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) economy, emphasizing that responsible AI adoption, digital sovereignty, and indigenous innovation are crucial to the country’s digital transformation agenda. Speaking at the AI Summit Nigeria 2026 in Abuja, NITDA Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, described AI as a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionise every sector of the economy. He stressed that trust, accountability, and transparency must remain at the core of AI deployment to ensure sustainable growth…
NITDA, TikTok Partner to Boost SMEs’ Digital Skills, Launch Commerce Labs Initiative
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and TikTok have launched a strategic partnership aimed at equipping Nigerian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with the digital commerce skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy. The partnership was unveiled during the launch of the TikTok Digital Commerce Labs Programme for SMEs in Lagos, bringing together stakeholders from government, the private sector, entrepreneurship support organisations, and the broader digital ecosystem to explore innovative approaches to business growth through technology. Speaking at the event, NITDA Director-General and Chief Executive Officer,…
NYSC Sets July 9 for Passing-Out of 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has fixed Thursday, July 9, 2026, as the official passing-out date for members of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream I across the country. According to a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline W. Embu, the winding-up activities commenced on June 23, 2026, and will feature a series of programmes designed to prepare corps members for life after national service. The activities include Job Advisory and Counselling (JAC) sessions organized by the NYSC in collaboration with relevant agencies, registration and…
Deputy Speaker Kalu Woos Global Investors in London, Unveils Nigeria’s Multi-Billion-Dollar Green Economy Opportunities
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has called on global investors to take advantage of Nigeria’s expanding green economy, highlighting vast investment opportunities across renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, transportation, and resilient infrastructure. Speaking at the Nigeria Climate Investment Summit, a flagship event of London Climate Action Week themed “Catalyzing Nigeria’s Climate Policy Progress into Financial Flows for Green Projects,” Kalu said Nigeria is prepared to translate climate policies into bankable projects capable of attracting significant international financing. The Deputy Speaker identified key investment opportunities…
Deputy Speaker Kalu Celebrates Gbajabiamila, Sanwo-Olu on Shared Birthday, Hails Leadership and Service
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has congratulated the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on the occasion of their birthdays. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, Kalu described the coincidence of both leaders sharing the same birth date, June 25, as symbolic of two distinguished public servants whose contributions to governance and national development have left lasting impacts on Nigeria. The Deputy Speaker praised Gbajabiamila,…
FG Appoints Dr. Donald Ofili as MLSCN Registrar/CEO, Reaffirms Commitment to Healthcare Professionals
The Federal Government has appointed Dr. Donald Ibe Ofili as the substantive Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN). The appointment was announced on Tuesday by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, during the presentation of the letter of appointment to the new Registrar/CEO at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Dr. Salako said the appointment followed a rigorous, transparent and merit-based selection process conducted in line with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria…
IGP Disu Bans Unauthorised Social Media Use by Police Officers, Orders Strict Enforcement
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has directed all personnel of the Nigeria Police Force to immediately desist from unauthorised social media activities that could undermine the integrity, professionalism and public image of the Force. The directive was conveyed in a statement issued on Tuesday by Force Public Relations Officer, Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, following growing concerns over the increasing trend of police officers creating and publishing videos, conducting live broadcasts and engaging in other social media activities while in uniform or in situations that clearly identify them as…
