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Tinubu to meet Council of State, police on insecurity

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October 7, 2025

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has summoned a meeting of the Council of State and the Police Council for Thursday, October 9, 2025, to deliberate on the escalating insecurity across parts of the country and other pressing national issues.

The strategic sessions, to be held at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, underscore the President’s renewed commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture and restoring public confidence amid rising security concerns.

According to a statement on Monday by the Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Affairs Office, Dr. EmansoUmobong, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has formally invited members of both councils to participate either physically or virtually.

The statement read, “The meetings aim to discuss matters of national importance and key issues affecting national security and policing. The Council of State meeting is scheduled for 1:00 p.m., while the Police Council meeting will hold at 2:00 p.m.”

The Council of State, chaired by the President, is an advisory body comprising former Presidents, former Heads of State, former Chief Justices of Nigeria, state governors, and the Attorney-General of the Federation. It provides counsel on major policy matters, including national security and appointments.

The Police Council, on the other hand, oversees the organisation, administration, and operational control of the Nigeria Police Force, including the appointment and discipline of senior officers.

Presidency sources told The PUNCH that the meetings would review the nation’s security situation, evaluate ongoing military operations, and consider fresh measures to tackle banditry, kidnapping, and communal violence in some northern and central states.

The planned sessions will also coincide with deliberations on key political and administrative matters, including the expected nomination of a successor to the outgoing Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission.

The meetings come just after President Tinubu’s return to Abuja on Monday evening from a 10-day working visit to Lagos, where he held a series of engagements with investors, development partners, and political stakeholders.

His aircraft, a San Marino-registered BBJ T7-NAS, landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 6:55 p.m., according to a statement by the State House media office.

While in Lagos, the President met with leading business figures, including Global Infrastructure Partners CEO, Bayo Ogunlesi, and Metis Capital Partners Chairman, Keem Belo-Osagie, where discussions centred on expanding investment in infrastructure, energy, and logistics — sectors critical to economic diversification and job creation.

He also hosted the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organisation, Arsenio Dominguez, alongside Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, to discuss developing Nigeria’s blue economy as “a viable alternative to fossil energy.”

Before returning to Abuja, Tinubu toured several states, including Oyo, Imo, and Plateau, for national events and engagements, during which he reiterated his administration’s focus on unity, security, and inclusive development.

At a funeral in Jos for the late mother of APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, the President reaffirmed his commitment to religious harmony, saying, “My mission is to unite this country and ensure its prosperity. Progress is being made on both fronts.”

Thursday’s Council of State meeting will be the second under Tinubu’s administration and is expected to set the tone for renewed intergovernmental coordination in addressing the country’s multifaceted security challenges.

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Ramadan: Adamawa gov relaxes night-time restriction on tricycles

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February 21, 2026

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The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has approved a review of the existing restriction on the operations of commercial tricycles, known as Keke NAPEP, in parts of the state for the 2026 Ramadan period.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, on Friday.

The statement said the restriction, which previously ran from 10pm to 5am would now commence an hour later.

“Under the revised directive, the restriction which previously ran from 10pm to 5am will now commence from 11p to 5am daily throughout the 2026 Ramadan period.

“The review takes immediate effect,” the statement read.

The government explained that the adjustment was introduced to ease movement for Muslim faithful during the holy month.

“The adjustment is intended to allow Muslim faithful attend late-night tafsir sessions with ease during the holy month,” it added.

The statement recalled that the Adamawa State Government had, in February 2021, imposed restrictions on the movement of tricycles and motorcycles through the Adamawa State Restriction of Movement of Tricycles/Motorcycles Executive Order No. 1 of 2021, as part of measures to strengthen public safety and security.

It noted that the latest review reflects the administration’s effort to balance religious observance with security considerations.

“The present review is therefore informed by the Government’s commitment to supporting religious observance, while maintaining the gains recorded in peace and security across the state,” the statement said.

Fintiri also directed security agencies to intensify patrols across the affected local government areas.

“Governor Fintiri has accordingly directed security agencies to intensify patrols, particularly within Yola North, Yola South and Girei, through the deployment of additional personnel to safeguard lives and property.

“He warned that any breach of the law will be dealt with decisively,” the statement added.

The governor further appealed to residents to act responsibly and avoid actions that could undermine the peace and stability currently enjoyed in the state.

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DSS to arraign El-Rufai Feb 25 over alleged cybercrime, security breach

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February 20, 2026

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The Department of State Services (DSS) will on February 25 arraign former Gov. Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State on alleged cybercrime and breach of national security

LIB had earlier reported that the DSS on Monday, February 16, filed a three-count criminal charge against El-Rufai following his alleged involvement in wiretapping the telephone lines of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu.

According to the court papers, El-Rufai was alleged to have, on Feb. 13, while appearing as a guest on Arise TV station’s Prime Time Programme in Abuja, “admitted during the interview that he and his cohorts unlawfully intercepted the phone communications of the NSA, Mr Ribadu.”

The offence is said to be contrary to and punishable under Section 12(1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024.

In count two, the ex-governor was alleged to have, on February 13, while appearing as a guest on Arise TV station’s Prime Time Programme in Abuja, stated during the interview that he knew and related with a certain individual who unlawfully intercepted the phone communications of the NSA, without reporting the said individual to relevant security agencies.

The offence is said to be contrary to and punishable under Section 27(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024.

Count three alleged that El-Rufai and others still at large, sometime in 2026, in Abuja, did use technical equipment or systems which compromised public safety and national security and instilled reasonable apprehension of insecurity among Nigerians by unlawfully intercepting the NSA’s phone communications.

The DSS said the ex-governor by his own comment during the live interview committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 131(2) Nigerian Communications Act 2003.”

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Mob besieges Benin FRSC office

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February 20, 2026

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The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Malam Shehu Mohammed, has praised the Nigerian Army and Nigeria Police Force for their swift and decisive response during the recent attack on the Benin Toll Gate Unit Command Office.

The attack occurred on Thursday at the RS5.12 Benin Toll Gate Unit on the Benin–Lagos Expressway, following a crash involving two trucks, the statement said.

One truck driver died in the accident, while FRSC personnel sustained critical injuries, with one officer later succumbing despite urgent medical attention.

“In the aftermath of the crash, an angry mob besieged and vandalised the Unit Command formation. However, the prompt response by security agencies helped to restore order and prevent further escalation,” Mohammed said in a statement issued on Friday by the FRSC spokesman, Olusegun Ogungbemide, in Abuja.

The Corps Marshal condemned the attack on FRSC personnel and facilities as “deeply regrettable and unacceptable,” emphasising that the operatives were on lawful duty to save lives.

He also commiserated with the families of the deceased driver, the fallen officer, and the entire FRSC workforce.

Mohammed has ordered a comprehensive investigation into both the immediate and underlying causes of the crash and the circumstances that led to the mob action.

He assured the public that anyone found culpable would be brought to justice.

The FRSC boss reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to ensuring safer roads for all Nigerians and called on the public to remain calm, law-abiding, and supportive of its activities.

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