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A Watershed Moment: State Police and the Future of National Security

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Hon. Seye Oladejo The passage of the State Police Bill by the House of Representatives represents one of the most consequential legislative milestones in Nigeria’s democratic journey and a major breakthrough in our nation’s battle against insecurity. For years, progressive voices across the country have argued that Nigeria’s security challenges require bold, innovative and constitutionally-backed solutions. The increasing sophistication of criminal networks, the persistence of terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of violent crime have exposed the limitations of a policing structure designed for a much smaller and less complex nation. Today, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria is once again demonstrating the courage to embrace reforms that previous administrations merely discussed but failed to implement. The House of Representatives deserves commendation for taking this historic step. Its action reflects a growing national consensus that the securit...
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Tinubu’s Democracy Day Speech: A Message of Courage, Unity and National Renewal.

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President Bola Tinubu Seye Oladejo   The Democracy Day address delivered by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was both reassuring and inspiring. It reflected the conviction of a leader who understands the challenges confronting our nation and possesses the courage, vision, and determination to surmount them. At a time when Nigerians desire renewed hope, security, and prosperity, the President’s speech offered renewed confidence in the resilience of our democracy and the capacity of our institutions to respond to the yearnings of the people. His unequivocal commitment to democratic values, constitutional governance, and the sanctity of the people’s mandate is commendable and deserving of support from all patriots. Particularly inspiring was the President’s reaffirmation that democracy remains our best form of government despite its imperfections. His acknowledgment of the sacrifices of our democratic heroes and the struggles that birthed the Fourth Republic was a timely reminder th...
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Odita Elected DECAN President, Pledges Deeper Military-Media Collaboration

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DECAN Newly Elected Officers  The Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN) has elected a new executive committee to lead the association for the next two years. The new officials emerged through a peaceful and transparent electoral process and include Sunday Odita as President, Linus Aleke as Vice President, Musa Umar Bologi as Secretary and Benjamin Samson as Treasurer. Other elected officers are Kikelomo Okere, Financial Secretary; Ihotu Odoh, Welfare Officer; Agbor Jame, Provost; and Mathew Abi, Public Relations Officer. Sunday Odita Speaking after his election, the new DECAN President, Sunday Odita, pledged to prioritise members' welfare while strengthening partnerships with stakeholders in the defence and security sector. Odita said a professionally empowered and motivated membership was crucial to effective defence journalism and promised that the new leadership would work towards building a stronger and more united association. He also said the association would...
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June 12: Insecurity Threatens Nigeria's Democratic Gains Ahead of 2027 Elections, CAPPA Warns

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The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has warned that Nigeria's worsening insecurity poses a serious threat to the country's democratic progress and could undermine participation in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Thursday to commemorate the June 12 Democracy Day anniversary, the organisation urged the Federal Government to treat insecurity as a direct challenge to democracy, the rule of law and electoral credibility. CAPPA's Assistant Executive Director, Zikora Ibeh, said democracy cannot flourish when citizens live under the constant threat of kidnapping, terrorism, banditry, communal violence and other forms of criminality. “Democracy cannot thrive where people are afraid to travel on highways, send their children to school, cultivate their farms, operate businesses, or participate in elections,” Ibeh said. The organisation expressed concern over the continued spread of kidnapping-for-ransom across the country, noting t...
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Delta Police Arrest Four Suspected Gun Runners Linked to Effurun Firearm Case

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The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a gun-running syndicate allegedly linked to the recovery of a Beretta pistol at a transport park in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area, on May 1, 2026. The Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, disclosed this during a press briefing in Asaba, stating that the arrests followed weeks of intelligence-led investigations and coordinated operations across Bayelsa and Imo states. According to the commissioner, the suspects were identified as Emmanuel Chukwuemeka, Clifford Boleyelefa, Amadi Princewill and Amadi Felix Chibuike. CP Oyeniyi said investigators traced the firearm recovered in Effurun to Emmanuel Chukwuemeka, who was arrested in Bayelsa State on May 4, 2026, alongside a friend and roommate whose phone was allegedly used in communications relating to the purchase of the weapon. He said during interrogation, Chukwuemeka reportedly confessed to purchasing the firearm from Amadi Princewill for N290,000 before resell...
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LASTMA Rescues Hit-and-Run Victim, Facilitates Emergency Evacuation on Lekki-Epe Expressway

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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has rescued a female victim who sustained serious injuries in a hit-and-run accident along the Lekki-Epe Expressway and facilitated her prompt evacuation for medical treatment. The incident occurred at EFF Bus Stop inward Marwa on the busy expressway when an unidentified motorist allegedly knocked down the woman and fled the scene, leaving her injured and unattended. According to a statement issued by LASTMA's Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Adebayo Taofiq, officers on traffic monitoring and control duty in the area quickly responded to the emergency after discovering the victim, who suffered fractures to her arm and leg. The traffic officials immediately secured the accident scene, removed the victim from further danger and alerted the Lagos State Ambulance Service while implementing traffic management measures to prevent secondary accidents and maintain the free flow of vehicles along the corridor. The a...
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WAEC Explains Delay in WASSCE Papers, Cites Fatal Accident and Security Challenges

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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has explained the reasons behind the delayed conduct of Mathematics and Agricultural Science papers in some centres during the ongoing 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. In a statement issued and signed by the Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, on behalf of the Head of National Office on Monday, WAEC said it immediately launched preliminary investigations following reports of delays experienced by candidates in some examination centres across the country. According to the council, the disruption was caused by a combination of logistical and operational challenges, including a fatal road accident involving officials transporting sensitive examination materials. WAEC disclosed that the accident, which occurred on June 3, 2026, claimed the lives of three personnel who were conveying examination materials across state boundaries. The council described the incident as a tragic loss that ...
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