State Police: A Cure Worse Than the Disease?

By James Aduku Odaudu, PhD For decades, the conversation around policing in Nigeria has oscillated between calls for deeper reforms and periodic agitation for state police — enforcement units created, funded and commanded by state governments rather than the federal centre. At first blush, this idea appeals to many: bring law enforcement closer to the […]

Obi of Onitsha Warns Tinubu of Declining Well-Being Among Nigerians

The Obi of Onitsha, Alfred Achebe, has voiced his concerns about the deteriorating well-being of Nigerians due to economic and security challenges under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the 2024 Ofala Festival in Onitsha, Achebe highlighted the sharp decline in the country’s living standards, pointing to the rise in insecurity, soaring inflation, and increasing […]

Group accuses Zamfara governor of strong links with banditry

..Asked to Explain Source of Video Attempting to Indict Matawalle The Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT) has accused Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State of having a strong connection with bandits. The group also asked the governor to explain the source of a video which attempted to link predecessor and Minister of State Defence, Bello […]