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Love can conquer all evil.

[HKO @manymiles333]

@shehu_mahdi How can a sane critic draw a comparison between the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road, construction started in 2024 under the @PBATMediaCentre govt, and the Capetown-Cairo road, designed by a British businessman and legislator, began before World War I? You must be some kind of alien.

[Kemmy @dspkemo]

Who can explain everything he said, Port Harcourt sweet pass London ajeh😂

[HKO @manymiles333]

@thatsdax Lord please do it for me not for my sake but for the sake of my family...

[Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT]

Fellow Nigerians

Today, we celebrate democracy and the enduring Nigerian spirit. For 27 unbroken years, since May 29, 1999, Nigerians have chosen their leaders through the ballot, witnessed peaceful transitions of power, and resolved disagreements in courtrooms and legislative chambers—not through violence. We have experienced the longest stretch of civilian rule in our history. Our democracy is not perfect, but it is ours, and we must continue to defend and strengthen it.

[Punch Newspapers @MobilePunch]

𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭

A South African woman, Thabile Sibeko, who identified herself as the leader of the Inizwe Nathi Party, has described Nigerians as “horrible,” alleging they are linked to drug-related harm in South Africa.

𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨: Facebook| News Central

[Imran Muhammad @Imranmuhdz]

Details of Proposed Constitutional Amendments for the Establishment of State Police and Federal Police

1. Establishment of Federal Police and State Police (New Section 214)
• Two distinct police bodies are constitutionally established:
• (a) the Federal Police
• (b) State Police (one per State, established by State law)

The National Assembly must pass an Act prescribing:
• Structure, organisation, administration, and powers of the Federal Police

• Framework and guidelines for the establishment of State Police

• State Police cannot commence operational policing until:
• Established by a Law of the State House of Assembly, and
• Certified as meeting national minimum standards (prescribed by an Act of the National Assembly)

• Transitional provision: Until a State Police becomes operational, the Federal Police continues all policing functions in that State. After commencement, the Federal Police handles federal policing functions and may provide assistance to the State Police.

2. Responsibilities and Non-Interference (Section 214)

Federal Police is responsible for:
• Maintenance of public security, public order, and security of persons/property throughout the Federation (to the extent provided by the Constitution or National Assembly Act).

• Similar functions within a State to the extent the State has legislative power under the Constitution.

Key safeguard against federal overreach (Section 214(6)):

The Federal Police shall not interfere with State Police operations or a State’s internal security affairs except in these limited cases:

• To contain serious threats where there is a complete breakdown of law and order and the State Police is unable to respond.

• When the Governor requests intervention.

• When a State Police is unable to function due to administrative, financial, or other problems.

Any such intervention requires prior approval by the National Police Council.

Federal Capital Territory (FCT): Fully under the jurisdiction and operational control of the Federal Police.

3. Leadership and Command (New Section 215)

• Federal Police: Headed by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).

• Appointed by the President on the advice of the National Police Council, from serving members of the Federal Police.

• Subject to confirmation by the National Assembly.

• The IGP has command over the entire Federal Police, including contingents in States.

• The President (or authorised Minister) may give lawful directions on public safety and order; the IGP must comply.

• State Police: Headed by a Commissioner of Police (CP).

• Appointed by the Governor on the advice of the National Police Council, from serving members of the State Police.

• Subject to confirmation by the State House of Assembly.

• The Governor (or authorised Commissioner) may give lawful directions on public safety and order; the CP must comply.

• If the CP believes a direction is unlawful or contradicts general policing standards, the matter can be referred to the National Police Council (whose decision is final).

4. Removal of Top Officers (New Section 216)

• IGP: Removed only by the President on the recommendation of the National Police Council for specified grounds (grave misconduct, breach of Police Act/Regulations/Code of Conduct, conviction for fraud/dishonesty, bankruptcy, or mental incapacity). Requires two-thirds majority approval of the National Assembly.

• State Commissioner of Police: Removed only by the Governor on the recommendation of the National Police Council for similar grounds. Requires two-thirds majority approval of the State House of Assembly.

5. Funding Support (New Section 216A)
The Federal Government shall provide grants or aids to State Police on the recommendation of the National Police Council, subject to approval by the National Assembly.

6. Oversight Bodies
National Police Council (restructured and renamed from the old Nigeria Police Council; new composition and expanded functions in Third Schedule):

• Broad membership including: Chairman (Presidential appointee confirmed by NA), Attorney-General of the Federation, serving senior Federal Police officer, Attorneys-General of all States, retired Commissioners of Police (one per geo-political zone), representatives of NHRC, Public Complaints Commission, NLC, NBA, NUJ, and Traditional Rulers’ Councils.

• Key functions: Appointment and discipline of Federal Police officers (except IGP); recommending State top officers (CP, DCP, ACP) to Governors based on State PSC lists; supervising Federal and State Police activities (within constitutional limits); setting standards for training, intelligence, forensics; assisting State Police on request.

State Police Service Commission (new body established for each State in Third Schedule, Part II):

• Composition: Chairman (appointed by Governor, confirmed by State HA), representatives of NHRC, Public Complaints Commission, NLC, NBA, NUJ, retired Assistant Commissioners of Police (one per senatorial district), and Traditional Rulers’ Council.

• Functions: Recommending three qualified candidates for CP/DCP/ACP to the National Police Council; appointment, discipline, and removal of State Police officers below the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police; other functions as prescribed by Constitution or National Assembly Act.

7. Legislative Framework (Second Schedule – Concurrent Legislative List)

• National Assembly may make laws on: establishment/organisation/administration/powers/duties of Federal Police; powers/duties of State Police; national minimum standards for both; policing standards, inspection, certification, complaints mechanisms, criminal information systems, inter-governmental cooperation, federal intervention, use of force, firearms, grants, and accountability.

• State Houses of Assembly may make laws for the establishment, organisation, administration, funding, and oversight of their State Police — but must comply with the Constitution and valid National Assembly Acts.

• States may set higher standards than national minimums but not lower.
• National Assembly laws cannot give federal authorities routine command, deployment, appointment, promotion, transfer, discipline, or control over State Police personnel (except for explicitly authorised federal intervention).

8. Other Related Changes
• Updates to various constitutional provisions (e.g., Sections 34, 35, 39, 42, 84, 89, 129, 153) to replace references to “Nigeria Police Force” with appropriate “Police”, “Federal Police”, or “State Police” terminology.

• Exclusive Legislative List adjustments (e.g., light arms for policing purposes; fingerprints/biometrics/forensics shared with State Police; Federal Police listed separately).

• Consequential amendments to the Third Schedule for the new bodies and their compositions/powers.

[The Yoruba Times @TheYorubaTimes]

Kate Henshaw Mocks Yoruba Actors as "Yoruba Ronu, Ronu Republic" – Fans Fume: "The Hate Is Glaring, and They're Laughing?"

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has sparked outrage after she was heard mocking Yoruba actors, referring to them as "Yoruba Ronu, Ronu Republic" in a clearly derisive tone. The comment, which many have interpreted as a direct insult to Yoruba cultural and political consciousness, has ignited a firestorm on social media.

Critics are questioning why Yoruba actors who were present or targeted by the remark are laughing it off instead of calling out the disrespect. "These people hate for Yorubas is so glaring and they don't hide it. And those Yoruba actors are laughing? What's funny there now?" one furious commentator wrote.

The incident has reignited debates about the treatment of Yoruba culture and identity in Nollywood, with many calling for Yoruba actors to stand up for their heritage instead of tolerating mockery from colleagues.

[HKO @manymiles333]

@SaharaReporters My condolences to the Mbeki family during this loss. ​That said, South Africa has officially crossed a red line. The current posturing is a psychological game straight out of the old Oyo Empire and Benin Kingdom playbooks: bully first, plead later. Going back is not an option.

[HKO @manymiles333]

@Omojuwa @jerrybest7 @OgbeniDipo I refuse to believe we are helpless in this situation. We must call out the Omolangidis among us to wake up, act, and put these omo iran kiran in their place. If we wield all the executive power and still claim to be helpless, what hope is left for those who have none?

[HKO @manymiles333]

@fishboneOladapo @Omojuwa A quick lesson in history will show you that Lagos has never been dependent on the South South for survival. Since you’ve chosen to deflect from the actual issue rather than debate facts, you clearly lack the focus required for my attention. I'll leave it at that...

[HKO @manymiles333]

@Omojuwa with blud and sweat to build a city that became the envy of the world. It would be a great disservice and a betrayal of the highest order if this generation were to sit back and watch the very city our detractors failed to annex get run over and ruined by awon omo iran kiran

[HKO @manymiles333]

@Omojuwa As a loyal APC member, I believe true loyalty requires radical honesty: our lackluster approach to governance has enabled the very menace we now condemn. Lagos is not just the economic capital of the Southwest; it is the heartbeat of Nigeria. Our forebears fought (01)

[HKO @manymiles333]

@accessbank_help Could you please assist in reversing the data order that was successfully debited from my account Kolawole Opeodu 00××××6494 this morning? No data was sent for that transaction.

Thank you and best regards.

[HKO @manymiles333]

@atiku If anyone thinks that these individuals are the opposition, then you must believe that Atanda Musa was the best goalkeeper Nigeria ever had in the 40s. These guys are here to eliminate the real opposition like Sowore, Peter, and others. They’re all APC in different parties.
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[Nigeria Stories @NigeriaStories]

BREAKING NEWS: An Islamic cleric in Ilorin, Abdulrahman Mohad Ballo, has been arrested for allegedly k!ll!ng a final-year student of Kwara State College of Education, Lawal Hafsoh Yetunde, he meet on facebook for ritual purposes.

[Dele Farotimi. A victim of Nigeria @DeleFarotimi]

Good Night Sir..🫂🙏🏿

Chief Ayo Adebanjo (April 10 1928 - February 14 2025)

[HKO @manymiles333]

@FinPlanKaluAja1 There is more to this transaction as the statutory limit of 10% or less for both agents and legal are widely considered, anything beyond that is termed "behind the counter" business arrangements.

[HKO @manymiles333]

@Victorudofia12 @Onsogbu Reminded me of Olamide Badoo song Melo Melo

[HKO @manymiles333]

@instablog9ja The house is absolutely breathtaking, however, the 20 billion Naira figure may be a significant underestimate. Based on comparable properties, you could expect to spend upwards of 80 billion Naira to acquire and maintain this level of luxury.

[HKO @manymiles333]

@emekabk21 @FinPlanKaluAja1 There's a growing consensus regarding these landlord's, suggesting it's time to address their actions. We're also developing an app aimed at reducing or eliminating rent in Nigeria. At some point, collaboration will be crucial to building a stronger team and achieving our goals

[Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT]

Congratulations, President John Mahama @JDMahama, on your inauguration as President of the Republic of Ghana today.

I know you as a man of patriotic vision and substance who loves his nation and people to the core. It is your belief that the Republic of Ghana has a mission and you intend for all Ghanaians to fulfil it. No one can ask more of a leader than that.

My dear brother, I am here to work with you. You know you can count on Nigeria's support and goodwill whenever needed. We are your brothers and sisters. The bond is strong and cannot be broken.

May your administration be a profound success and progress for you, Ghanaians, and our entire region.

I am confident that the new government, under your leadership, will work with Nigeria to strengthen this powerful bond, leading to greater shared prosperity for our people. I have no doubt that your administration will bring about positive change and progress.