Protesters on Thursday stormed the national secretariat of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja, demanding clarification over allegations that N100 million was disbursed in connection with the recent Federal Capital Territory (FCT) election.

The Indigenous People of Biafra has commended a United States-based commentator, Mark Arnold, and members of the U.S. Congress for what it described as their intervention in drawing attention to security concerns in Nigeria.

The United Igbo Elders Council Worldwide has described the establishment of state police as a national imperative, warning that it is critical for Nigeria’s security, justice, and survival.

The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, said on Thursday that the Federal Government is determined to put legal frameworks in place to address the nation’s current security challenges.

The new Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Police Command, CP Tijani Fatai, has declared that criminals will have no hiding place in the state as he unveiled his policy thrust anchored on continuity, professionalism, and integrity.

A young woman, Miss Divine Anyanwu, who worked as an usher, has been shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Iraq on Thursday condemned the targeting of the Gulf states and Jordan, a day after these countries issued a joint statement demanding Baghdad act to prevent attacks from its territory.

Landslides in southern Tanzania caused by heavy rain have killed at least 20 people, authorities said Thursday, with the toll expected to rise.

Former Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has praised the autobiography of elder statesman and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF, Oba Olu Falae, saying it captures Nigeria’s political struggles, missed opportunities and enduring hopes.

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) has assured stakeholders that its online portal is fully stable following a brief disruption in December, while unveiling plans for a mobile application to improve teacher access nationwide.

The media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has clarified that its stance on the OPL 245 dispute is rooted in public records and legal processes, not political self-interest, in response to remarks by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Fagbemi, SAN.

Former National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mr. Mike Igini, has called for urgent action to address what he described as the “tragedy” associated with the 2026 Electoral Act ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that failure to resolve current issues may prevent Nigerians from freely determining who governs them.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that taking control of Iran’s oil was an “option,” comparing it to the deal Washington made with Venezuela after toppling Nicolas Maduro.

Chairmen of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) across the states and the Federal Capital Territory have reaffirmed their loyalty to the union’s leadership under Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, amid lingering internal disputes.

In preparation for the establishment of state police, the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has submitted a framework for the creation of State Police to the Senate.