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Nigerians have waited years for real police reform, and it looks like the wait might finally end. The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, announced on Monday that the National Assembly will approve the constitutional amendment for state police before the end of this week. This move could reshape how security is handled across the country, giving states more direct control while keeping federal oversight. Lawmakers have held intensive meetings with President Bola Tinubu, the Attorney-General, the Inspector-General of Police, and other stakeholders over the past week. Bamidele, who is also vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, said the…

Three people lost their lives when a train derailed along the Warri-Itakpe corridor in Agbor, Delta State, on Monday evening. The incident has left many Nigerians asking tough questions about rail safety, especially as more people turn to trains for affordable travel between the South-South and other parts of the country. Authorities moved quickly to the scene, but the tragedy has sparked fresh worries about the state of our railway infrastructure. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the derailment of the Warri-Itakpe Train Service involving four coaches that left the tracks around 7:30pm at kilometre 212+8m near Agbor. Emergency teams…

Nigerian workers could be heading for another nationwide strike as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) issue a strong warning to the federal government over the rising wave of insecurity across the country. The two major labour centres made the threat during a joint media briefing on the sidelines of the ongoing 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. NLC and TUC Speak Out in Geneva NLC President Joe Ajaero and TUC leaders told journalists that they would not hesitate to embark on industrial action if the government fails to decisively tackle terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings…

Supporters of the Senator David Mark-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday stormed the entrance of the Federal High Court in Abuja to protest what they described as attempts to use the judiciary against the opposition party. The demonstration came as the court continues to hear the long-running leadership crisis rocking the ADC. Hundreds of party members gathered at the court premises, carrying placards and chanting slogans. They urged the judiciary not to allow itself to be used to stifle opposition parties in Nigeria.The protest took place amid an ongoing legal battle between the David Mark-led National…

Abuja/Lagos — Nigeria risks becoming a mere consumer market for goods produced by other African nations unless it urgently repositions its 39 million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to seize the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), public affairs analyst Chinenye Nwaogu has warned. In a detailed policy analysis endorsed by the Nigeria and Entrepreneurship: Summit & Honors (NESH) Foundation, Nwaogu argued that while AfCFTA represents the most ambitious economic integration project in Africa since 1963, Nigeria’s current approach remains an “elite policy project” that has failed to reach the grassroots entrepreneurs who drive the…

Security operatives in Edo State have dismantled a major kidnap network in the central senatorial district after an arrested suspect, who was shot by his own gang members during an argument over ransom money, began cooperating with authorities. The breakthrough operation, carried out by the Edo Security Corps, has led to the discovery of several hideouts used by the criminals. The suspect, now in custody, is said to have guided the team through bush paths and forested areas in Edo Central, helping them uncover key locations linked to the gang’s activities. How the Suspect Was Shot by His Own Gang…

Henry Nwosu, the midfield prodigy who became the youngest player in Nigeria’s legendary 1980 Africa Cup of Nations winning team, has died at the age of 62, sending shockwaves through the football community and triggering an outpouring of national grief. Nwosu passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, after a brief illness. He was just 17 when he featured in the Green Eagles squad that defeated Algeria 3–0 in the final at Lagos National Stadium, a victory that remains the high-water mark of Nigerian football. The Nigeria Football Federation led the tributes, describing Nwosu as “a symbol of dedication and…

A graphic video making the rounds on X today has left many Nigerians in shock and anger. Posts claim bandits attacked an army camp, captured 15 soldiers and brutally beheaded them. The footage shows bodies in military fatigues laid out on mats and blankets on sandy ground, with blood visible and armed men standing around. As of Friday evening, neither the Nigerian Army nor any major news outlet has confirmed the incident, leaving people wondering if this is the latest horror in the fight against banditry or another unverified claim spreading fast online. The shaky handheld clip pans across several…

The Federal Government is preparing to bring more than 1,000 Nigerians home from South Africa as anti-immigrant tensions boil over once again. Voluntary repatriation screening began this week amid fears of fresh xenophobic violence in Africa’s biggest economy. Foreign Ministry spokesman Kimiebi Ebienfa confirmed the move after Ghana recently airlifted hundreds of its own nationals. Nigeria’s High Commission in Pretoria has negotiated waivers so even those with minor immigration issues can leave without detention. Exact numbers are still being finalised, but officials expect well over a thousand people. Why Nigeria Is Repatriating Citizens from South Africa Now South Africa’s unemployment…

The Federal Government has drawn a firm line in the sand against kidnappers terrorising schoolchildren in Oyo and Borno states. In a renewed push that has many parents across Nigeria breathing easier, officials say no effort will be spared to bring every abducted pupil and teacher home safely. This latest crackdown on Nigeria school kidnappings comes as fresh abductions hit vulnerable communities, reminding us all how insecurity continues to test the nation’s resolve. What the Government Is Doing to Rescue Abducted Schoolchildren Information Minister Mohammed Idris delivered President Bola Tinubu’s message loud and clear during a special national security briefing…