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.
Nigerian Army troops have rescued 28 kidnap victims in Katsina and Zamfara states, arrested three suspected pipeline vandals in Rivers State and neutralised two suspected criminals in Bauchi, according to a military operational report.
Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, says the National Policing Bill is 90 per cent ready for transmission to the National Assembly, with the Presidential Working Group targeting submission within two weeks.
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Energy Commission of Nigeria Director-General Mustapha Abdullahi on his election as President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, urging him to improve athletes’ welfare, strengthen administration and expand opportunities for young talents.
President Bola Tinubu has nominated four national commissioners and two resident electoral commissioners for the Independent National Electoral Commission, while reappointing Bala Bila as the North-East representative. The nominees will undergo Senate scrutiny ahead of the forthcoming general elections.
President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the APC Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 election, urging members to secure votes across their wards while ensuring governance remains a priority.
Zamfara Police confirm the rescue of three Islamic clerics abducted by armed bandits in September, as security operatives intensify efforts to free the remaining victims still in captivity.
Morocco welcomes the non-renewal of the UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara, describing the end of its 35-year mandate as a significant diplomatic development in the long-running territorial dispute.
South-East governors urge Igbos to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, citing ongoing economic reforms, infrastructure development and increased political inclusion.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu empowers 5,000 women across the South-East with business equipment, saying President Tinubu’s economic reforms are positioning Nigeria for prosperity.