Police Withdraw from Rivers Local Government Elections Following Court Ruling

The Rivers State Police Command has announced that it will not participate in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. This decision follows a Federal High Court ruling delivered on September 30, 2024, which prohibits the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies from providing security for the elections. Background of the…

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Nigeria Seeks Permanent Seat on UN Security Council After Significant Peacekeeping Contributions

Nigeria has formally announced its ambition to secure a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), citing its extensive contributions to global peacekeeping missions as a key justification. The announcement was made by Mohammed Badaru, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, during his address at the Summit of the Future held at the 79th United…

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UN Chief Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attack in Bamako, Mali

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a strong condemnation of the terrorist attack that occurred in Bamako, Mali, on September 17, 2024. The attack, which targeted multiple locations, including a military police academy and the international airport, has resulted in significant casualties and raised serious concerns about security in the region. Details of the…

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IGP Orders Redeployment of Commissioners of Police in FCT, Rivers, and Delta States

In a significant move aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of policing across the nation, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Commissioners of Police (CPs) for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Rivers State, and Delta State. This strategic reshuffle reflects the IGP’s commitment to optimising police operations and…

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