State police may suffer funding crisis, abuse by governors — Ex-Police Commissioner
A retired Commissioner of Police, Balarabe Sule, has expressed concerns over the viability of the proposed state police system, warning that inadequate funding and potential abuse by state governors could undermine its effectiveness.
‘It’s not easy’ — Mr Ibu’s widow appeals for financial assistance
By Mary Agbabiaka More than a year after the death of veteran Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, his widow has called on Nigerians for help, saying her family is struggling to survive amid worsening financial difficulties that have left them unable to afford rent, electricity and their children’s education. The plea […]
Trump to mark US 250th anniversary at Mount Rushmore
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.
State Police will face funding crisis, abuse by governors — Ex-Police boss
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.
Police arrest three over murder of ex-OGTV staff, security guard
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.
Arsenal sign Piero Hincapié on permanent deal
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.
State Police: Tinubu lacks moral authority, public trust — PRP
The PRP further faulted the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, administration’s handling of security, saying its proposal for state police should be rejected.
Venezuelans trapped alive after twin quakes kill at least 164
Desperate Venezuelans battled Thursday to rescue loved ones trapped alive beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings after two major earthquakes that killed at least 164 people.
Rising oil production: Stakeholders appraise role of Tantita, improved security
Reports by the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED), an international non-profit organization tracking conflicts and violence across 200 countries, has indicated that armed conflict has declined significantly in the Niger Delta region, a development which may have aided increases in oil production.
Lagos building collapse: 9 dead, 26 rescued; Sanwo-Olu to visit
“As of 4:20 p.m., 26 persons have been rescued, while eight fatalities have been recorded, including a baby girl”
Deregistration: Appeal Court defers hearing of appeals by ADC, four others till July 7
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja on Thursday deferred until July 7 the hearing of substantive appeals seeking to set aside the judgment that ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.
