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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, today, Saturday, 29th August 2026, paid a working visit to Niger State to assess the security situation and ongoing rescue operations following the recent attack and abduction of worshippers in communities within the Dekara District of Borgu Local Government Area. According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, during the visit to the Niger State Government House, the IGP was received by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, who represented the Executive Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, alongside the Commissioner for Homeland Security, Mr. Maurice Bello Magaji.  The statement further stated that the Inspector General of Police conveyed the condolences of the Nigeria Police Force to the Government and people of Niger State, as well as the families of the victims, and assured them that the safe recovery of the abducted persons and the arrest of the perpetrators remain the focus of ongoing op...

  By : NDUKA ANYANWU APGA Candidate, Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise Federal Constituency / SA Media to the APGA National Chairman The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, has described sixty years of consecrated life as a profound testimony of unwavering faith, sacrifice, discipline and total devotion to the service of God and humanity. Barr. Ezeokenwa made the remarks during the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Consecrated Life of two remarkable blood siblings, Rev. Fr. (Prof.) Johnson Ojiako and Rev. Sr. Mary Francis Regis Ojiako, at St. Andrew's Pro-Cathedral, Adazi-Nnukwu. The solemn celebration, filled with gratitude and deep spiritual reflection, featured a concelebrated Holy Mass presided over by His Eminence, Francis Cardinal Arinze, alongside His Lordship, Most Rev. Paulinus Ezeokafor, Bishop of Awka Diocese. Speaking on the remarkable lives of the celebrants, the APGA National Chairman noted that their sixty years of serv...

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the alleged shooting of a motorist one Anthony Obodo while on wheels by an officer Alfred Louis  In a statement released by the Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Blessing Agabe, preliminary information indicates that on 27th August 2026, there was an altercation between Mr.Obodo and the police officer, which led to gun shoot and sequently led to the death of the victim, in which two other passer by where injured.   According to the statement, following the incident, the alleged officer CPL Alfred Louis was attacked and assaulted by an angry mob, leading to him sustaining multiple injuries in the process.  The Police Spokesperson revealed that the officers and members of his team, are currently in State CID and if found guilty will face appropriate disciplinary actions in accordance to the law.  ASP Agabe added that the Command  condemned the action and will not ...

  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, 27th August 2026, attended the presentation of financial support to the families of fallen heroes of the Armed Forces and the Nigeria Police Force. Organized by the Office of the First Lady of Nigeria through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme, the event took place at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja. This second edition of the initiative targeted families of security personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty since the inception of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration. In total, one thousand six-hundred and thirty-eight (1,638) families of deceased police officers received financial empowerment packages designed to help rebuild their livelihoods and cater to their dependents. The ceremony was attended by key dignitaries, including Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Her Excellency, Hajia Nana ...

  A  yet-to-be-identified Police Officer has allegedly shot dead a driver while three others were injured around Agip junction by Ada George road yesterday evening. The incident reportedly occurred after the deceased, who was driving a vehicle, allegedly failed to stop when he was flagged down by police officers stationed around the Agip/Ada George Junction. An eyewitness, who pleaded anonymity, told journalists that the incident happened at about 5pm, saying that one of the officers allegedly opened fire at the vehicle after the driver refused to stop. According to the eye witness, the police officer fired three bullets. The vehicle lost control and hit three other people standing by the junction. He added that after shooting the driver, the police officer started shooting sporadically in an attempt to escape. Some youths rushed at him, collected the gun from him and beat him. While they were beating the policeman, other officers arrived and rescued him. When contacted, the P...

  Written by Nduka Anyanwu APGA Candidate House of Representatives, Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise Federal Constituency, Imo State  *One* of the mistakes Nigeria must overcome is measuring development by the _number of projects commissioned rather than the value those projects create._  1. A road that deteriorates shortly after construction is *not* sustainable development. 2. A water project without a maintenance plan is *not* sustainable development. 3. A school building without adequate learning facilities is *incomplete* development. 4. A healthcare facility without equipment and personnel *cannot* deliver the intended health outcomes. The real question is not simply: *"How many projects were delivered?"*  The more important question is: *"What changed in the lives of our people because those projects were delivered?"*  That is the standard by which leadership should be judged.  *A New Approach for Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise*  I believe our constitue...

 Special Report written by Green Isaac, Director, Relief International Africa  Our Children Must Not Become the Casualties of Public Disputes Relief International Africa has taken note of recent public statements and social-media discussions concerning the reported marital difficulties and divorce proceedings involving renowned Gospel musician Mr. Asu Ekiye and his wife, Mrs. Kunemofa Asu. As a human-rights and community-development organisation committed to the protection of human dignity, responsible leadership, peacebuilding and the welfare of families, we believe that this matter requires restraint, maturity and sensitivity, particularly because children and public personalities are involved. We wish to make our position clear from the outset: Relief International Africa does not intend to determine the facts or merits of the marital dispute, nor do we take sides on matters properly before the courts. We respect the right of every individual to seek legal redress and to te...

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Nigeria Police will on Tuesday September 1st 2026, launch the Nigeria Police Force vigilant App and MTN Closed User Group, CUG network. According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, will officially launch the APP at the Nigeria Police Resource Centre in Abuja. The initiative which is part of the Nigeria Police Force’s ongoing efforts to strengthen technology-driven policing, will enhance communication and improve operational efficiency across the Force. The statement further stated that the NPF Vigilant App is designed to support and improved engagement, information sharing and communication between the Police and members of the public, while the MTN CUG Network will provide a dedicated communication platform to facilitate seamless and efficient communication among personnel of the Force. CSP Iniedu, noted that the launch will underscores the commitment of th...

By Nduka Anyanwu The law does more than settle disputes. It shapes the character of society, protects the rights of citizens and provides the foundation upon which just, peaceful and democratic institutions are built. It was in this spirit that Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), joined distinguished members of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), members of the Bar and Bench, policymakers, business leaders and other stakeholders at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The conference, themed “Beyond Limits,” provided a timely platform for critical conversations on the future of the legal profession, the strengthening of democratic institutions and the broader challenges confronting Nigeria. For the APGA National Chairman, the theme resonates far beyond the legal profession. It speaks to the need for individuals, institutions and leaders to challenge limitations, embrace innova...

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, yesterday, Saturday, 22nd August 2026, participated in the closing ceremony of the three-day International Youth Day 2026 programme in Abuja, where he formally adopted the Abuja Youth Declaration on Peace, Responsible Citizenship and Democratic Participation.  The programme, organised under the National Youth Leadership and Security Initiative of the Nigeria Police Force, was held under the theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” and the campaign, “My Future is Greater Than Political and Digital Thuggery.”  The closing ceremony featured the International Youth Day Honours and Awards Ceremony, the launching of the national campaign against political and digital thuggery and electoral violence, the investiture of National Youth Ambassadors, and the presentation of the book, Esteemed Youths. The adoption of the Abuja Youth Declaration was a major outcome of the three-day engagement.  In his rema...

  2027: LET ANTECEDENTS SPEAK. LET CAPACITY LEAD. LET THE PEOPLE DECIDE As **Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency** approaches the 2027 election, the people must look beyond political noise, social-media theatrics, propaganda and temporary inducements. Democracy is strongest when voters judge candidates by **character, competence, antecedents, capacity and measurable results**. Representation is not a performance. It is a responsibility. The real question is not who can shout the loudest, attack opponents most frequently or dominate social media. The question is: > **Who has demonstrated the capacity to serve, represent and deliver?** This is the standard that should guide the choice of the people. THE AUDITION MUST END; THE WORK MUST BEGIN Politics should be about ideas, service and solutions. Constructive criticism is healthy for democracy, but opposition without alternatives, facts or a record of service is merely political theatre. Before entrusting anyone with a se...

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Inspector General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu has charged Nigerians Youths  to reject political violence, criminal manipulation, and digital thuggery. IGP Disu gave the charge during the opening day of the National Youth Leadership and Security Dialogue in Abuja. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, stressed that no political ambition is worth the future of any Nigerian youth.  He charged them to choose peace, leadership, innovation, and responsible citizenship over violence, hate, misinformation, and other forms of destructive conduct. The statement below 👇  IGP DISU DECLARES OPEN THREE-DAY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AND SECURITY PROGRAMME The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, Thursday, 20th August 2026, actively participated in the opening day of the National Youth Leadership and Security Dialogue in Abuja, marking the commencement of a three-day programme organise...

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, Wednesday, 19th August 2026, delivered the opening address at the North-West Security Summit in Gusau, Zamfara State, where he called for an intelligence-led, community-supported, and coordinated regional response to insecurity. The Summit, hosted by the Zamfara State Government, brought together governors, traditional rulers, security chiefs, experts, development partners, civil society representatives, and other key regional  stakeholders to deliberate on banditry, kidnapping, arms proliferation, communal conflicts, farmer-herder tensions, and related threats confronting the region. In his address, the IGP stressed that no security agency, government, or institution can secure the North-West alone, calling for stronger intelligence sharing, inter-state cooperation, coordinated operations, border security, community engagement, and effective early-warning mechanisms. He underscored the role of tradition...

  OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN FLAG-OFF MESSAGE OF HON. NDUKA V. A. ANYANWU 19th August 2026 marks a new chapter in the political journey of Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency as the campaign to elect Hon. Nduka V. A. Anyanwu, APGA Candidate for the 2027 House of Representatives Election, officially begins. This is more than another political campaign. It is a people-powered movement for purposeful, accessible, accountable and result-oriented representation. For too long, our people have desired representation that listens, understands their challenges, responds to their needs and creates opportunities for meaningful development. That desire has found a voice. That voice is Nduka Anyanwu. A NEW CHAPTER FOR OUR PEOPLE Hon. Nduka V. A. Anyanwu believes that political office is not a privilege—it is a sacred responsibility entrusted by the people. His ambition is not simply to occupy a seat in Abuja, but to take the voice, aspirations and concerns of Ahiazu and Ezinihitte Mbaise to th...

 By: Nduka Anyanwu  The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, has reaffirmed the party’s commitment to peaceful, issue-based and credible political campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Elections. Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa made the commitment following the *signing of the First National Peace Accord, which commits political parties and candidates* to conducting their campaigns in a peaceful, responsible and issue-driven manner. According to the APGA National Chairman, the signing of the Accord goes beyond a formal ceremony or the endorsement of a document. It represents a solemn reminder of the kind of politics Nigeria deserves—politics anchored on ideas, mutual respect, peaceful competition and the collective interest of the Nigerian people. He stressed that the Mission Statement of the National Peace Committee reinforces the principle that free, fair and credible elections remain the bedrock of peace, stability and national dev...