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The Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has formally presented a comprehensive framework for the establishment of the state police to the Deputy Speaker of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, in a move seen as a major push towards decentralization of Nigeria’s policing architecture. The proposal, contained in a 75-page document titled “A Comprehensive Framework for the Establishment, Governance and …

By Victor Osula, Abuja Federal civil servants have stepped up calls for the federal government to implement the 40% peculiar allowance tied to the ₦70,000 national minimum wage, setting a March 31 deadline in a move aimed at accelerating the full implementation of ongoing wage reforms and improving workers’ welfare. The request was conveyed by the Joint National Public Service …

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested four persons accused of impersonating FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in a large-scale land fraud scheme. The suspects allegedly defrauded a retired senior military officer and other victims of over $150 million under the guise of facilitating land transactions in Abuja. The development was made known in a statement by Lere Olayinka, …

Post views: 312 …supports club structure in 27 LGAs By Silvernews The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, Chief Austin Onyedebelu, has pledged to support the development of grassroots sports as part of efforts to harness youth potential and curb social vices, Wakawaka Sports reports. Onyedebelu gave the assurance when he received a delegation led …

The Akwa Ibom State Police have arrested Chief Edet, head of Asik Ubofa fishing village in Effiat clan, Mbo Local Government Area, for alleged illegal possession of firearms. A statement from State Police Command spokesperson Timfon John confirmed that intelligence officers swooped on the suspect on March 24, 2026, at around 10:15 am, recovering an AK-47 rifle and two empty …

In early February 2026, I arrived at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu. As I walked out towards the car park, I came across an unusual sight: a massive deployment of security agents – military, police and civil defense – along with traditional dance groups performing a celebratory welcome. Naturally, I assumed that a high-ranking government official or foreign dignitary …

The first week of Showtime Bowl Series In what can only be described as a demolition, the Knights crushed the Rivers Alphas 54-0, sending shock waves throughout the league and catapulting themselves from seventh to first place in one of the most dramatic opening day rises in Showtime history. It was a performance based on total dominance: unstoppable offense, impenetrable …

Trinity University (TU), Lagos, has admitted 715 new students for the 2025/2026 academic session. During the eighth matriculation ceremony of the university on Wednesday, Pastor Samuel Olatunji, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the university, charged the newly admitted students with skills, values ​​and competencies. Olatunji said the institute will equip newly admitted students with the right …

Post views: 49 By Silvernews The Imo State Football Association (Imo FA) has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Alhaji Sani Zubairu, President of the Nigeria Football Referees Association (NFRA), who reportedly died on Tuesday morning. Described as a disciplined and highly respected football technocrat, Zubairu has been widely credited with raising the standard of refereeing in Nigerian …

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reiterated its commitment to bridging the digital divide in disadvantaged communities, with a particular focus on Plateau State. This was revealed by Mrs. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management of the NCC, during a courtesy visit to Governor Caleb Mutfwang at Government House, Jos on Monday. Speaking on behalf of the Commission, Ms …