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Plateau Liaison Director Backs State Police
Plateau Liaison Director Backs State Police
Funmi Ogundare
The Liaison Director for MDAs and Security Agencies in Plateau State, Hon. Ziphion Chrysanthus, has stated that Nigeria’s centralised security system has failed to address the country’s growing and localised security challenges. He, therefore, stressed the need for the creation of state police.
Chrysanthus, in a statement issued yesterday, argued that rejecting state policing out of fear of abuse by governors is tantamount to denying Nigerians the prospect of safer communities.
His remarks came in response to the rejection of the idea of establishing state police forces by Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, who represents Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam federal constituency in the House of Representatives.
“The claim that state police could be abused is an argument that serves the comfort of the elite, notinterestserest of the people. Security cannot be micromanaged from Abuja. It must be localised, responsive, and community-driven,” he said.
According to him, establishing state police would ensure quicker response time, stronger local intelligence, and the deployment of officers familiar with the cultural and geographical contexts of their communities.
Chrysanthus stressed that concerns of abuse can be tackled through robust checks and balances, similar to accountability mechanisms in federal institutions.
He urged the National Assembly, the presidency, and stakeholders to move swiftly and decisively toward creating state policing structures, describing it as both a smart policy and a moral necessity.
“Security is not a privilege reserved for the elite, nor is it an ornament of political status to be paraded around election seasons. Security is a right, a non-negotiable, fundamental right of every Nigerian citizen,” he added.
Funmi Ogundare The Liaison Director for MDAs and Security Agencies in Plateau State, Hon. Ziphion Chrysanthus, has stated that Nigeria’s centralised security system has failed to address the country’s growing
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Fubara sacks commissioners, other officials affected by Supreme Court judgement
Nelson Chukwudi, Governor Fubara’s spokesperson, said in a statement on Wednesday that the governor made the decision during a valedictory session he held with his cabinet in Port Harcourt. The post Fubara sacks commissioners, other officials affected by Supreme Court judgement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Trump Can’t Change Location Of 2026 World Cup Matches –FIFA
FIFA’s vice-president Victor Montagliani has told US President Donald Trump that FIFA, not any government, ultimately decides which cities will host 2026 World Cup games. The football administrator who doubles as president of CONCACAF disclosed this at a conference in London after the American suggested he would move games away from cities he thought could […] The post Trump Can’t Change Location Of 2026 World Cup Matches –FIFA appeared first on Complete Sports.
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What Britain handed Nigeria in 1960 was ‘Flag Independence’ – Falana
Human rights activist, Femi Falana, SAN, has said that what the British colonial regime handed over to Nigeria in 1960 was “flag independence.” Falana made this statement on Wednesday, when he appeared as a guest on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television. He said, “Between 1951 and 1959 when you had the first indigenous
What Britain handed Nigeria in 1960 was ‘Flag Independence’ – Falana
Human rights activist, Femi Falana, SAN, has said that what the British colonial regime handed over to Nigeria in 1960 was “flag independence.”
Falana made this statement on Wednesday, when he appeared as a guest on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television.
He said, “Between 1951 and 1959 when you had the first indigenous ruling in the country, the politicians during the First Republic, even the Second Republic, the political parties that were set up, were largely ideological.
“They knew what they wanted and were competing among themselves. They were acquiring power with responsibilities.
“In 1960, what the British colonial regime handed over to Nigeria was ‘flag independence’. But then, the first set of politicians made good use of it before the system collapsed.”
What Britain handed Nigeria in 1960 was ‘Flag Independence’ – Falana
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Nigeria cannot afford 36 states – Bismarck Rewane
An economist and Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has said that Nigeria cannot sustain 36 states at present. Rewane made this statement on Wednesday while responding to questions in an interview on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television. He argued that Nigeria spends excessively on administration. “Nigeria cannot afford to
Nigeria cannot afford 36 states – Bismarck Rewane
An economist and Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has said that Nigeria cannot sustain 36 states at present.
Rewane made this statement on Wednesday while responding to questions in an interview on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television.
He argued that Nigeria spends excessively on administration.
“Nigeria cannot afford to have 36 states. It’s unviable. We spend too much money administering.
“This country is twice the size of California in terms of geographical space, and the number of people administering this country in terms of 774 local governments, 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. Managing what?” he stated.
Speaking further, Rewane said: “Take for instance, the old Western region is now split into several states being managed by governors, commissioners, special assistants and the likes. I think you have to rethink to restructure, whether you will go back to regionalism or not.”
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UCL: Onyemaechi Benched As Arsenal Overcome Stubborn Olympiacos
Goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka sealed a hard-fought 2-0 win for Arsenal against Olympiacos in Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League matchday 2 fixture at the Emirates. Super Eagles left-back Bruno Onyemaechi did not feature for Olympiacos as he was an unused substitute. It is now back-to-back wins for the Gunners who kicked off this […] The post UCL: Onyemaechi Benched As Arsenal Overcome Stubborn Olympiacos appeared first on Complete Sports.
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FG agencies, stakeholders seek stronger synergy for emergency response
Agencies of the Federal Government have said that synergy remains one of the panaceas to improving emergency response in Nigeria. The agencies made this known on Wednesday at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, convened to chart a way forward towards developing a robust emergency response whenever the need arises. DAILY POST reports that the meeting
FG agencies, stakeholders seek stronger synergy for emergency response
Agencies of the Federal Government have said that synergy remains one of the panaceas to improving emergency response in Nigeria.
The agencies made this known on Wednesday at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, convened to chart a way forward towards developing a robust emergency response whenever the need arises.
DAILY POST reports that the meeting featured representatives from the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, the Nigerian Air Force, NAF, the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, the Federal Fire Service, FFS, and the National Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance Scheme, NEMSAS.
The meeting was convened by the Frederick Emergency Response Support Initiative, FREER, a non-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing emergency response efforts, particularly in cases such as road accidents, fire outbreaks, flooding, and other disaster scenarios.
McFredericks Akor Edache, Country Director of FREER, stressed the importance of collaboration among emergency response agencies to effectively mitigate the impacts of disasters.
He assured attendees that FREER aims to support and strengthen existing emergency frameworks rather than replace them.
FFS and FRSC subsequently pledged to train FREER staff to better equip them for emergencies.
FG agencies, stakeholders seek stronger synergy for emergency response
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Kaduna Police Command to commence enforcement of tinted glass permit regulations Thursday
The Kaduna State Police Command has announced that it has concluded arrangements for the enforcement of Vehicle Tinted Glass Permit Regulations, in line with extant laws and directives. In a statement issued on Wednesday, DSP Mansir Hassan, Public Relations Officer of the Kaduna State Police Command, said the enforcement would commence on Thursday, October 2,
Kaduna Police Command to commence enforcement of tinted glass permit regulations Thursday
The Kaduna State Police Command has announced that it has concluded arrangements for the enforcement of Vehicle Tinted Glass Permit Regulations, in line with extant laws and directives.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, DSP Mansir Hassan, Public Relations Officer of the Kaduna State Police Command, said the enforcement would commence on Thursday, October 2, 2025. He advised all vehicle owners and drivers whose vehicles are either factory-fitted or non-factory-fitted tinted glasses to ensure compliance by registering and obtaining the requisite permit to avoid inconvenience with law enforcement officers.
The statement further advised motorists to complete either online registration or physical registration by providing the following vehicle particulars, proof of ownership, and tinted glass specifications.
It urged members of the public to cooperate fully with the directive, stressing that the exercise is aimed at enhancing public safety and security across the state.
According to the statement, non-compliance will attract the necessary sanctions as provided by law.
The Police Command assured law-abiding citizens of its commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment, while soliciting continuous support and cooperation from all stakeholders.
Kaduna Police Command to commence enforcement of tinted glass permit regulations Thursday
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Akwa Ibom Airport resumes night flight operations
Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo has resumed night flight operations following the completion of navigational and lighting system upgrades. The post Akwa Ibom Airport resumes night flight operations appeared first on Nairametrics.
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State governments are obstacles to grassroots’ development – Federal lawmaker Oke
The federal lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Busayo Oluwole Oke, has called for the scrapping of state governments in Nigeria, insisting that they have become obstacles to grassroots development and are the major cause of insecurity and underdevelopment. According to him, rural and local communities have been neglected for too long, leaving citizens in hardship.
State governments are obstacles to grassroots’ development – Federal lawmaker Oke
The federal lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, Busayo Oluwole Oke, has called for the scrapping of state governments in Nigeria, insisting that they have become obstacles to grassroots development and are the major cause of insecurity and underdevelopment.
According to him, rural and local communities have been neglected for too long, leaving citizens in hardship.
Oke stated this on Wednesday in an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, monitored by DAILY POST correspondent in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.
He attributed the challenges of governance to the states, calling for reforms that would mirror the United Kingdom’s system, where multiple layers of local governments function effectively.
The lawmaker maintained that the absence of grassroots governance was fuelling insecurity across the country.
He said, “We need to feel the impact of the government at local levels, the state should go. The state is the problem. I’ve gone round the world and here in Nigeria, the people at the rural level are suffering.
“The insecurity happening in Nigeria today is because there’s no government at the local government level and President Bola Tinubu has taken the bull by the horn with the Supreme Court ruling on local government autonomy. That judgment should be implemented and respected.”
According to him, key federal institutions such as the Ministry of Finance, the Attorney General, and the Central Bank of Nigeria, have already complied with Supreme Court rulings, ensuring that allocations now go directly to local councils.
Speaking on Osun State, Oke accused the state government of political manipulation and mismanagement of funds, adding that instead of fostering development, the state had engaged in propaganda against federal officials.
“Osun State government has been all over the place, blackmailing President, blackmailing Attorney General, blackmailing Minister of Arms, blackmailing CBN, blackmailing the former governor of the state. Osun has been a scam. Ask the traditional rulers in Osun State the last time they got what is due to them. They don’t get their 5 per cent,” he alleged.
Meanwhile, Oke highlighted the need for immediate constitutional amendments and pointed out that Nigeria has not held a population census since 2006, which makes planning and representation less effective.
State governments are obstacles to grassroots’ development – Federal lawmaker Oke
