Kefas Akase

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Reporting from Abuja and northern Nigeria, Kefas Akase covers governance, security, and socio-economic development. His analysis provides insight into regional trends and national impact.

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State Police Push Nears Completion As Presidency Advances Constitutional Amendment

The Federal Government has announced significant progress toward the establishment of state police in Nigeria, with constitutional amendments expected soon. The Presidency says consultations among key stakeholders have moved beyond debate to designing the legal framework for a decentralised policing system.

Operation Hadin Kai Eliminates 50 Insurgents, Neutralizes Top ISWAP Shura Council Commander

A precision aerial campaign by operation Hadin Kai in the Lake Chad Basin kills senior leader Khalifa Umar, forcing fractured terrorist cells to abandon their fortified island enclaves.

President Tinubu Arrives Abuja Following Sallah Break And Major Diplomatic Engagements In Lagos

After receiving over 11 million endorsements for his 2027 re-election bid and commissioning new naval vessels, President Bola Tinubu returns to the capital to resume core state duties.

Police Overpower Armed Bandits in Sokoto, Recover Rustled Cattle and Contraband

Deploying superior operational capabilities, the Sokoto State police cuts off fleeing bandits at Abdalo Forest, while a separate highway blitz yields a major hard drug bust.  

Kano Government Issues Eight-Month Deadline to Resolve State Water Crisis

The Kano State Government has directed contractors to complete rehabilitation of water facilities within eight months as it intensifies efforts to address persistent water scarcity in the metropolis.

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Nigeria Secures Massive N7.55tn Trade Surplus In Q1 2026 Despite Import Slide

Nigeria’s trade surplus skyrocketed by 341% to N7.55 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, driven by a sharp drop in foreign fuel dependencies and resilient crude oil exports.  

Federal Government Approves Strategic Payments To 1,240 Local Contractors Nationwide

The Federal Ministry of Finance has approved immediate funding to over 1,240 local contractors, unlocking vital liquidity for small and medium enterprises nationwide.

WAEC Warns Schools And Supervisors Against Fraudulent Candidate Extortion During WASSCE

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has issued a stern warning to school proprietors and supervisors against extorting candidates via illegal levies like calculator fees and welfare packages.

Former Power Minister Bart Nnaji Endorses Mbah And Tinubu Decisively For 2027

Renowned scientist and former Minister of Power, Prof. Barth Nnaji, has officially endorsed Governor Peter Mbah and President Bola Tinubu for re-election, praising Mbah's infrastructure strides.
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