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The political makeup of the Edo State Assembly changed on Tuesday when three legislators defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), effectively positioning the party as the main opposition in the legislature.. This was reported in a letter sent to the House by the President of the Nigeria …

Abayomi Ademola Ghana put in a disciplined defensive display to hold England to a goalless draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash in Boston and strengthen their hopes of reaching the knockout stage. The Black Stars frustrated Thomas Tuchel’s side for long periods, with goalkeeper Benjamin Asare putting in a standout performance that included a superb save …

The Senate’s plans to begin deliberations on the National Police Bill suffered an unexpected setback on Tuesday after lawmakers postponed all proceedings at an emergency plenary session in honor of the late member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yaya Tongo. The upper house of the legislature has reconvened during a recess amid growing anticipation that senators will begin considering …

The Inspector General of Police, Olutunji Disu, has intensified security operations in Plateau State following the deadly attack on Kawel community in Bokkos Local Government Area, an attack that left at least 20 people dead and raised fears of renewed violence in the area. As part of efforts to control the situation and prevent further bloodshed, the National Police Chief …

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first footballer to score in six different World Cups after he scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup. Ronaldo scored the opener in the sixth minute, when he coolly converted João Cancelo’s low cross from the right with a first-time finish at the near post. The goal made the 41-year-old …

The United States government has added a Nigerian citizen and three Nigerian-based companies to its list of newly sanctioned individuals and businesses for allegedly facilitating financial transactions linked to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The designation is part of a broader crackdown targeting international networks accused of moving funds for the terrorist organization across regions, including Europe, …

The Oyo State Police Command has rejected reports circulating online that kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers from communities in Orire Local Government Area were transported to Kaduna State by helicopter, describing the claims as false and not supported by credible evidence. The command said viral videos on social media spreading the allegations were misleading and could create confusion at a time …

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President Bola Tinubu has continued his determination to create a state police force as he has submitted a Constitutional Amendment Bill calling for its creation to the Senate. The proposed law passed on Tuesday aims to amend relevant provisions in the 1999 Constitution to create a legal framework for state police forces across the federation. The move comes after President …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally asked the Senate to pass a constitutional amendment bill to establish the state police, in what could mark a major shift in Nigeria’s security landscape. The request was conveyed in a letter dated June 15, 2026 and read on the floor of the Red Chamber by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday. The …