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Ondo Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom Amid Reports of ₦9m Ransom Payment

Victims abducted during a church-related incident in Ondo State have regained their freedom after days in captivity, bringing relief to families and local authorities. Security sources confirmed that the victims were released following coordinated efforts involving community leaders and security agencies amid ongoing concerns about kidnappings across parts of southwestern Nigeria.

Malami Terrorism Trial Stalls as AGF Fagbemi Takes Over Prosecution

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The terrorism trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) stalled on Wednesday after Attorney-General Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) formally took over prosecution of the case from the Department of State Services. The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned proceedings until March 10 to allow the new prosecutorial team study the case file.

Federal Government Proposes 1% Informal Sector Tax Framework to Expand Nigeria’s Revenue Base

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Nigeria’s federal government has unveiled a proposal for a 1% informal sector tax framework aimed at expanding the country’s revenue base without imposing heavy burdens on small businesses. The policy, currently under consultation with market associations and state authorities, targets millions of informal enterprises that operate outside the formal tax system.

Police Launch State Policing Committee as Nigeria Debates Decentralised Security Model

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Nigeria has taken a new step in the long-running debate over decentralised law enforcement after police authorities inaugurated a state policing committee in Nigeria to design a workable operational framework. The committee is expected to examine recruitment standards, oversight mechanisms and coordination structures as the country explores whether state police could strengthen internal security and community response capacity

Tinubu Swears in Tunji Disu as Nigeria’s 23rd Inspector-General of Police

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally sworn in Tunji Disu as Nigeria’s new Inspector-General of Police, marking a significant leadership transition within the country’s security architecture. The ceremony at the State House in Abuja also included the swearing-in of new federal commissioners, as the administration signals renewed institutional direction for governance and law enforcement.

Tinubu Signals PIA Review Following New Executive Order

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President Bola Tinubu has signalled a potential review of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) following the issuance of a new executive order affecting the oil and gas sector. Officials say the move aims to address implementation gaps, fiscal incentives and regulatory overlaps as Nigeria seeks to boost investment and production stability.

ICPC Obtains 14-Day Detention Order for El-Rufai, Details Allegations in Court

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The ICPC says it secured a 14-day remand order to detain former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai while investigating corruption and security-related allegations. In court filings, the commission detailed financial transactions, alleged diversion of funds and recovery of sensitive documents and equipment. El-Rufai denies wrongdoing and describes the probe as political persecution.

INEC Assures 2027 Transmission Glitches Eliminated with Mock Presidential Test

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INEC says lessons from the 2023 election have reshaped its technology deployment strategy ahead of 2027. Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan announced plans for a nationwide mock presidential exercise to test inter-state result transmission, pledging that technical glitches experienced previously will not recur. The commission also identified logistics and network limitations as critical operational priorities.

Iran Supreme Leader Killed as Power Vacuum Opens and Gulf Shockwaves Spread

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in joint US-Israeli strikes, forcing Tehran into a constitution-led succession process. A three-member interim council has been announced as Iran launches missiles and drones across the region, drawing Gulf states into the blast radius and raising fears of an expanded war that could reshape Middle East security

Amnesty Alleges Torture, Extrajudicial Killings at Imo ‘Tiger Base’ Police Unit

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The Amnesty Tiger Base report alleges torture, extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances and systematic extortion at the Nigeria Police Anti-Kidnapping Unit in Owerri, Imo State. Civil society groups are demanding immediate investigation and disbandment, while police authorities reject the claims as unfounded and part of a smear campaign.