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CSP Abdullahi Isa Appointed DPO of Utako Division, Vows to Strengthen Community Policing

Lukman Laleye Babalola

CSP Abdullahi Isa has been elevated and appointed as the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Utako Police Division in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following his successful tenure as the Divisional Crime Officer (DCO 1) in the same division. His appointment placed him at the helm of one of Abuja’s busiest police divisions, where effective policing, rapid response, and public confidence remain critical to maintaining law and order. Drawing on his experience and deep familiarity with the division, CSP Isa is expected to consolidate existing security gains by strengthening…

FMITI, States Forge Alliance to Accelerate Industrialisation, Boost Exports and Investment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with state governments to accelerate industrialisation, expand exports, attract investment and drive inclusive economic growth across Nigeria. The commitment was made during a meeting between the Forum of State Commissioners of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, Industry and Investment and the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, alongside the Minister of State for Industry, John Owan Enoh, in Abuja. Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Oduwole described stronger collaboration between the Federal Government and state…

Nigeria, Chad Deepen Ties as Tinubu Receives Invitation to Africa Water Summit

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria and Chad have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receiving a formal invitation to participate in the forthcoming Africa Water Summit aimed at advancing water security and sustainable development across the continent. The invitation was delivered by Chad’s Special Envoy, Tahir Hammid Nguilin, who also serves as the country’s Minister of Finance, Budget, Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, during a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, in Abuja. Nguilin conveyed a special message from Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno,…

Police Bust Deadly Kidnapping Syndicate, Recover AK-47, Ammunition, Livestock in FCT–Nasarawa Raid

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing campaign against violent crime with the dismantling of a notorious kidnapping syndicate linked to a series of abductions and killings along the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)–Nasarawa border. The operation, carried out by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS) between June 24 and 26, 2026, led to the arrest of two suspected members of the gang during coordinated intelligence-led raids in Gbagalape (FCT), Mararaba in Nasarawa State, and Abuja. The suspects, identified as Buhari Adamu, 25,…

FG Seeks Stronger Partnership with Faith-Based Organisations to Boost Security, National Unity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with faith-based organisations as part of efforts to enhance national security, promote peaceful coexistence and drive sustainable development. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, gave the assurance on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria led by Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah during a courtesy visit to his office. Tunji-Ojo said the administration remained committed to nation-building through inclusive governance, strategic reforms and improved internal security, noting that Nigeria had made significant progress over the…

First Lady Remi Tinubu Unveils IT Academy, Dialysis Centre, Rolls Out Food Bank in Jigawa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday unveiled the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Academy, a modern clinic and dialysis centre in Hadejia, Jigawa State, and launched the North-West phase of the National Community Food Bank Programme aimed at tackling food insecurity and malnutrition. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Senator Tinubu described the projects as clear evidence of the commitment of the federal and Jigawa State governments to improving infrastructure, expanding access to quality healthcare and investing in education and the future of young Nigerians. She said the state-of-the-art clinic and…

Nigeria, UNDP Reaffirm Partnership on Africa’s Development, Women’s Leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration on Africa’s development, democratic governance, women’s leadership, youth empowerment and regional economic integration. This was the outcome of a meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the UNDP Regional Director for Africa, Ahunna Eziakonwa, in Abuja on Monday. According to a statement signed by the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the Minister congratulated Eziakonwa on her appointment as United Nations Assistant Secretary-General, describing the elevation as a source of pride for…

IGP Commissions Two Modern Police Divisional Headquarters in Abuja to Boost Security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday commissioned two newly constructed modern divisional headquarters in Durumi and Galadimawa in the Federal Capital Territory, as part of efforts to strengthen policing infrastructure and improve security. The commissioning was carried out on the IGP’s behalf by Assistant Inspector General in charge of Zone7,AIG Victor Olaiya, who described the projects as a major step towards enhancing the operational capacity of the Nigeria Police Force and improving service delivery to residents of the FCT. Speaking at the ceremonies, AIG Olaiya said the…

Group Urges DSS, Police to Arrest, Probe Prince Adeyemi Over Alleged PFIPC Impersonation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Centre for Transparency and Accountability in Governance (CTAG) has called on the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other anti-corruption agencies to immediately arrest and investigate Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi over alleged impersonation, dissemination of false information, blackmail, and attempts to undermine public institutions. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its Executive Director, Comrade Sunday Itodo, the group described as “reckless and scandalous” the allegations made by Adeyemi against the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, insisting that the…

Troops Rescue 10 Abducted NECO Candidates, Teachers After ISWAP Attack on Borno School

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have rescued 10 National Examinations Council (NECO) candidates and teachers abducted by suspected ISWAP terrorists during an attack on a secondary school in Lassa community, Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. The victims were kidnapped on Monday, June 29, 2026, when the terrorists stormed the Technical Secondary School, Lassa, at about 9:00 a.m. while students were writing their NECO examination. The insurgents abducted several candidates and teachers before fleeing into the surrounding bush. According to a statement issued by the Acting Military Information…