Following gains on the part of the Federal Government of Nigeria from the closure of borders, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has on 3rd October 2019 advised the Government to sustain the border closure until neighboring countries comply with ECOWAS protocols.
In the wake of growing xenophobic violence on citizens of other nationals, President Muhammadu Buhari today (2nd October 2019) departs Abuja on a three-day state visit to South Africa. The visit came on the invitation of President Cyril Ramaphosa, of South Africa to discuss the welfare of Nigerians in that country.
The Kastina state government has rescued 31 victims of human trafficking who were sold to a slave merchant in Burkina Faso who bought them from a kidnap kin ping.
As Nigerians prepare to celebrate its 59th Independence anniversary, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, has issued a directive to all Commissioners of Police ahead of the Independence Day celebration tomorrow. The Police chief directs all CPs to ensure a peaceful celebration across the nation.
The Department of State Services, DSS has debunked media reports that its officials arrested one journalist, Chido Onumah at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on Sunday.
Hon. Babajimi Benson (APC-Lagos), Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Defence has promised to work with other stakeholders to ensure accountability and prudence in government spending in the area of security.
