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NBC Seeks Stronger Collaboration to Boost Border Security, Peaceful Boundary Management

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By James Isaac, Abuja       The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state and local governments, traditional institutions, security agencies, and border communities to enhance border security, promote peaceful boundary management, and accelerate sustainable development across Nigeria’s border regions. The call was made on Tuesday during a two-day stakeholders’ workshop on border governance and boundary management held at the National Assembly in Abuja. The workshop brought together key stakeholders to develop strategies for improving border governance and addressing boundary-related challenges. Speaking at…

Leadership beyond the office: Why presence on ground matters By Jumai Ahmadu

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In every organization, whether public or private, leadership ultimately revolves around one fundamental question: how can leaders ensure that plans are translated into results?   For decades, leadership has been associated with the image of executives seated behind large desks, reviewing reports, attending meetings, and issuing directives.   While these functions remain important, experience has consistently shown that some of the most impactful leaders are those who spend considerable time beyond the confines of their offices, engaging directly with operations, people, and projects.   The difference between these two leadership…

Court Restores Sowore’s Bail, Grants N200m Bond With Fresh Conditions

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has restored the bail of activist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, admitting him to fresh bail in the sum of N200 million with two sureties. Justice Muhammad Umar, who presided over the case on Tuesday, ruled that Sowore must provide two sureties before enjoying the bail. One of the sureties must be a traditional ruler from Sowore’s community, while the other must own landed property within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The court also ordered the activist to deposit…

16-Year-Old Osasere Okundaye Becomes Nigeria’s Youngest Chartered Accountant

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At just 16, Osasere Okundaye has made history as Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant, earning widespread commendation from the Federal Government. The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, congratulated the teenager on her remarkable achievement, describing it as a testament to hard work, discipline, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. In a statement issued on Monday, the minister said Okundaye’s accomplishment demonstrated the immense potential of Nigerian youths and should inspire young people across the country to pursue excellence. “Osasere has distinguished herself as a shining example of the limitless…

State Police Bill Heads to 36 State Assemblies as Final Ratification Process Begins

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The National Assembly is set to transmit the Constitution Alteration Bill seeking the establishment of state police to the 36 State Houses of Assembly this week, marking a crucial step toward one of Nigeria’s most significant security reforms. The bill, which was recently passed by the Senate, requires approval by at least 24 state assemblies before it can be forwarded to President Bola Tinubu for assent, in line with Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, confirmed that all…

Murder Of Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed: A Tragic Blow To Peace And Stability In Nigeria! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy. All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of the worlds and Lord of all creation — may the salutations of Allah, His peace and blessings be upon the noblest of all of the Prophets and Messengers, Muhammad, upon his family, his Companions and all those who follow them precisely until the establishment of the Hour. Dear brothers and sisters! For all those who understand the security problems in Nigeria, Wallahi, the gruesome murder of Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed,…

Tunji Bello at 65 By Lasisi Olagunju

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I call myself a dove. That is why I choose my friends carefully. Yet, for reasons I have never understood, many of those I deliberately choose turn out to be delightful rascals. One of them is an Edo man named Louis Odion. We met in Kano in 2002 and have remained family ever since.   One day, I asked Louis, “Tell me about OPEC.”   “That is KGB-classified information,” he replied with a laugh. Then, like every good conspirator, he broke the code of silence.   “OPEC,” he said, “was…

The President’s Police By Lasisi Olagunju

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The Federal Police Service shall temporarily intervene in the internal security affairs of a state and shall, to the extent necessary, assume specified operational responsibility, including temporary operational command of a State Police Service or any part thereof…” (Section 214(10).   “(12) An intervention… shall be authorised in writing by the President…”   Read those provisions of the passed state police bill again. Read slowly.   For decades, Nigerians have demanded state police. Governors complained that they were constitutionally designated as Chief Security Officers of their states without possessing effective…

Katsina terrorists went to Mecca By Lasisi Olagunju

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“Boldness, be my friend. Arm me, audacity, from head to foot.” Some live by that Shakespearean creed. They say aloud what society only whispers. They speak the unsayable, damn the world and make a difference.   Northern Nigeria had the late Dr Yusuf Bala Usman. I think there is another one in Dr. Bashir Kurfi. Kurfi told Trust TV last week: “People are not following the reality of what is happening with this banditry. I can tell you, from most of our towns, every week, you will have a bus…

INTERNET SAFETY ADVOCATE WARNS NIGERIAN MSMEs ON SCAMS AS WORLD MSME DAY IS MARKED …… Ibadan-Based Expert Rotimi Onadipe Urges Small Businesses to Invest in Fraud Awareness

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As the world mark World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day, Ibadan-based internet safety advocate and scam prevention consultant, Rotimi Onadipe, has urged MSMEs across Nigeria to make scam prevention education a priority to avoid financial losses.   Onadipe spoke on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Stay Safe Online Academy Ltd office, Ibadan, during the 156th edition of his training and advocacy program. The program, organized by Stay Safe Online Academy Ltd, publishers of Internet Safety Magazine, trains individuals and organizations on how to stay safe online and…