The Independent State Police Service Commission should also possess strong oversight and disciplinary powers. It must be empowered to investigate complaints against officers, sanction misconduct, and...
The debate over state police reflects Nigeria's search for a more effective and responsive security system. The increasing rate of insecurity has shown that reforms are...
The Amotekun episode is Nigeria’s closest experiment with State Police. It revealed both the urgency for decentralization and the dangers of proceeding without a constitutional framework....
The Constitution (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, outlines how Federal and State Police would operate, including funding and operational limits.
Peter Obi says the State Police Bill was rushed without adequate public consultation and should not take effect before 2027.
The greatest obstacle is not technology but governance. Nigeria has often approached security as a crisis-management exercise rather than a long-term investment priority. Vast resources are...
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum backed the creation of state police and pledged support for power sector reforms and improved electricity access.
Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili says state police alone cannot solve Nigeria’s insecurity, calling instead for comprehensive constitutional restructuring and fiscal federalism reforms.
Five officers, including ASP Nuhu Usman, dismissed over alleged unlawful killing in Delta State as Police send case to AGF for prosecution.
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President Tinubu reportedly refused to meet South Africa's special envoy following renewed xenophobic attacks and the alleged killing of a...
Fresh revelations from an INEC source contradict claims by major political parties, saying none met the original July 11 deadline...
Nigeria's Court of Appeal has ruled that the High Court lacked jurisdiction to order INEC to deregister ADC and four...
Thirty clubs have secured qualification for the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League league phase. Find out the draw date, venue, participating...
Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved a work-free day in Osun State to encourage PVC collection before the exercise closes, urging...
Singer Peter Okoye has sparked debate after asking, “Who Naija language help?” while responding to criticism over his children's ability...
The IMF is right to remind Nigeria that stronger public revenue is essential for long-term development. Yet fiscal consolidation should...
Again, if there should be anyone to blame, it should be the referee who allowed the match to continue after...
When history remembers this World Cup final, it will celebrate Ferran Torres for the goal, applaud Spain for reclaiming football's...
Living Faith Church founder Bishop David Oyedepo cautions young Nigerians against sports betting, encouraging diligence, patience and purposeful living instead.
Top policymakers, including CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso and WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, will discuss strategies for strengthening Africa's economies at...
AY Makun has revealed he was removed from a church programme because of public perception, prompting him to question whether...
Anthony Joshua honoured late coaches Sina Ghami and Latz Ayodele after defeating Kristian Prenga by second-round knockout and moving closer...
MLS has confirmed Lionel Messi will skip the 2026 All-Star Game after Argentina's World Cup final appearance, following a pre-season...
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The key metric here is that if inflation falls sustainably, poverty declines significantly, insecurity is substantially reduced, electricity becomes more...
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World Cup winners Spain now lead FIFA's live rankings with 1,995.88 points after beating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World...