29.04.2026

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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....

Opposition, Presidency Clash Over Electoral Act 2026 Provisions Ahead of 2027 Polls

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The Electoral Act 2026 controversy intensified in Abuja as opposition leaders accused the Presidency and National Assembly of embedding anti-democratic provisions in the new law, particularly on electronic transmission and party primaries. The Presidency and Senate rejected the claims, insisting the amendments strengthen transparency while urging critics to pursue formal legislative channels....

FCC, PTAD Pension Liabilities Collaboration Targets Nationwide Relief

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The FCC, PTAD pension liabilities collaboration has moved to the forefront of Nigeria’s governance reform agenda following a strategic meeting in Abuja. Both institutions pledged deeper inter-agency coordination to resolve outstanding pension obligations nationwide, strengthen accountability mechanisms, and ensure that retirees receive entitlements promptly under existing reform frameworks....

Remo Stars Appoint Usman Abdallah as New Technical Adviser to Revive Season

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Remo Stars have appointed Usman Abdallah as their new technical adviser to help revive their season. Abdallah takes over from Daniel Ogunmodede, with the club currently fighting relegation. His first match will be against his former side, Katsina United. Meanwhile, Kano Pillars intensify preparations for their upcoming clash with Shooting Stars....

Umahi–Sowore Confrontation at Police Headquarters Sparks Political Exchange

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The Umahi Sowore Confrontation unfolded at Force Headquarters in Abuja after activist Omoyele Sowore challenged Works Minister Dave Umahi over a petition linked to alleged cyberbullying claims. Police confirmed the matter is under review, while both camps offered sharply different accounts of what transpired during the encounter....

Labour Ultimatum: Unions Issue Deadline Over Unpaid Wage Award, Warn of Nationwide Action

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The Labour Ultimatum Nigeria has entered a critical phase as organised labour issued a deadline demanding payment of outstanding wage awards. Union leaders warned that failure to comply could trigger nationwide industrial action, raising concerns about economic disruption and public service shutdowns if negotiations with the Federal Government collapse....

El-Rufai Legal Development: Court Fixes April 23 for Arraignment Over Alleged NSA Wiretap

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed April 23 for the arraignment of former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai in a fresh El-Rufai Legal Development tied to alleged unlawful interception of the National Security Adviser’s communications. The court declined to entertain bail arguments at this stage, citing procedural grounds....

State Police Constitutional Push Gains Momentum as Tinubu Urges National Assembly Action

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The State Police Constitutional Push has gained renewed momentum after President Bola Tinubu urged the National Assembly to prioritise amendments enabling subnational policing structures. Lawmakers signalled readiness to consider executive-backed reform bills, reigniting debate over federal control, security decentralisation and the risks and opportunities tied to restructuring Nigeria’s policing framework....

Disu Outlines Zero Tolerance Reform Agenda After Appointment as Acting IGP

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Newly appointed Acting Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu has outlined a zero tolerance reform agenda, pledging to tackle misconduct, strengthen operational discipline and improve internal accountability across the Nigeria Police Force. The Disu Zero Tolerance Reform Agenda comes amid heightened public scrutiny over security effectiveness and institutional credibility....

Tinubu Decorates Tunji Disu as Acting IGP in Police Leadership Transition

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President Bola Tinubu has decorated Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector General of Police, marking a new phase in Nigeria’s police leadership transition. The appointment, pending formal ratification by the Police Council, signals continuity within the force as authorities emphasise discipline, operational efficiency and zero tolerance for impunity....

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