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Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District in the National Assembly

Ali Ndume Denies Role in Kidnap Ransom Talks, Rejects ₦5bn Intermediary Allegation Over Borno Abductions

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Borno South senator says he only alerted security agencies after receiving information on Boko Haram/ISWAP ransom video, insists he has…

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Senate Passes State Police Bill as Nigeria Moves Toward Historic Security Reform

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Governors to appoint state police commissioners under proposed constitutional amendment as lawmakers include safeguards against political abuse By Umar Baba…

A cross section of the Senate in session. Photo: Nigerian Senate

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Senate Withdraws Controversial Standing Orders Amendment Over Constitutional Concerns

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Upper chamber reverses disputed rule changes after lawmakers raise objections over alleged conflict with the 1999 Constitution. By Umar Baba…

Chairman of the Nigeria Police Force committee on State Police, Professor Olu Ogunsakin, presents on behalf of IGP, Tunji Disu, a framework for the establishment of State Police to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, at the National Assembly, Abuja, on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

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IGP Submits State Police Framework to Senate as Constitutional Review Gains Momentum

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75-page proposal outlines structure, governance and coordination of federal and state policing system By A1 News International | Abuja, Nigeria…

FCT Minister Barr Nyesom Wike(midle) led Rivers State leaders on a condolence visit to the family of late Senator Mpigi in London today, February 26, 2026,

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Wike Leads Rivers Delegation to London to Mourn Late Senator Barinada Mpigi

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FCT Minister describes deceased lawmaker as loyal ally and national figure. By Baron Eloagu | Abuja, Nigeria – February 26,…

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Abia Moves to Establish South-East’s First National Park as Otti Backs Conservation Drive, Launches Digital High-Risk Pregnancy Tracker

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Ali Ndume Denies Role in Kidnap Ransom Talks, Rejects ₦5bn Intermediary Allegation Over Borno Abductions

Senate Passes State Police Bill as Nigeria Moves Toward Historic Security Reform

Senate Withdraws Controversial Standing Orders Amendment Over Constitutional Concerns

IGP Submits State Police Framework to Senate as Constitutional Review Gains Momentum

Wike Leads Rivers Delegation to London to Mourn Late Senator Barinada Mpigi

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