The event is expected to feature military bands, flyovers, tributes to the armed forces and a speech by the Republican president on the eve of the July 4 holiday.

A former Commissioner of Police, Balarabe Sule (rtd.), has warned that the newly legislated state police architecture will collapse under the weight of funding deficits and executive abuse across many states of the federation.

The tragic incident came to light on June 21, 2026, when officers at Owode-Egba Police Station received a report of suspicious circumstances at the residence of the deceased.

Premier League champions Arsenal have completed the permanent signing of Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen after activating an option in his loan agreement.

The PRP further faulted the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, administration’s handling of security, saying its proposal for state police should be rejected.