Security Politics

Plateau Government Relaxes Curfew in Jos North

The Plateau State Government has relaxed the 48-hour curfew earlier imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following the violent attack in Angwan Rukuba. Authorities said the decision was taken after security agencies reported a return of relative calm in the affected area. In a statement issued by the administration of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, residents

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Security Politics

Tinubu Meets Security Chiefs Over Plateau Killings

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has confirmed that President Bola Tinubu held a high-level security meeting to review the recent killings in Plateau State. The minister disclosed that the President is closely monitoring developments and has ordered immediate assessment of the security situation. He further revealed that Governor Caleb Mutfwang has

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Politics

Migration Deal with UK Won’t Allow Transfer of Criminals – Interior Minister

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has dismissed claims that the newly signed migration agreement between Nigeria and the United Kingdom would permit the deportation of foreign criminals to Nigeria. He clarified that the deal strictly focuses on structured migration management and does not include provisions for transferring offenders from the UK to Nigeria. The

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Politics

Senator Akpoti‑Uduaghan Demands Action From Defence Minister Over Plateau Killings

Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti‑Uduaghan, has urged Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, to take decisive action following a fresh wave of deadly attacks in Plateau State, saying the country’s security situation can no longer be met with condolences and assurances. The call came after gunmen attacked residents of Angwan Rukuba in Jos North

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Politics

Rights Activist Welcomes FOI Revelations on Rivers Spending

A rights activist, Charles Jaja, has welcomed revelations from a Freedom of Information request filed by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project against the administration of former Rivers State Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, regarding how state resources were spent. In a statement, Jaja urged SERAP not to relent, stressing that the people of Rivers State deserve

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Politics

PDP Elects New National Chairman and Secretary

The Peoples Democratic Party has elected Abdulrahman Mohammed and Samuel Anyanwu as substantive National Chairman and National Secretary. They emerged through consensus alongside 19 other members of the National Working Committee at the party’s 2026 national convention held at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. Prominent party leaders, including Sule Lamido, Bukola

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Politics

REM Raises Concern Over Closed Governance System

National President of the Rivers Emancipation Movement, Zoe Solomon Tamunotonye, has raised concerns over the lack of civic engagement among citizens in the state. He warned that a closed system of governance, combined with a passive population, could encourage impunity and weaken democratic accountability. Tamunotonye challenged the Rivers State House of Assembly to make public

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Politics

Rivers Liberation Movement Calls for Bold Leadership

The Convener of the Rivers Liberation Movement, Dr. Leloonu Nwibubasa, says Rivers State is in desperate need of a bold and courageous leader. He warned that the era of settling for timid leadership must end if the people are to experience meaningful development and improved living conditions. He also advised citizens to look beyond candidates

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Entertainment & Lifestyle Politics

The Future Awards Africa Independent Opens Nominations in Four States

The Future Awards Africa Independent (TFAAi) has announced the opening of nominations for its inaugural edition, set to begin on Friday, 27 March 2026, in Abia State, Kano State, Rivers State, and Oyo State. Building on the legacy of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), TFAAi aims to recognise young changemakers driving innovation and progress at

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Oil and Gas Politics

IPMAN Urges FG to Support Private Refineries Amid Petrol Crisis

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has called on the Federal Government to support private refineries as a solution to the persistent high cost of petrol. Speaking with reporters, the chairman of IPMAN, Port Harcourt Unit, Tekena Ikpaki, urged the government to go beyond turnaround maintenance of old refineries, describing the construction of

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