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Police Defy Withdrawal Order, Continue Protecting Companies Amid New Directive.

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Security operatives attached to private companies and corporate organisations across Abuja have continued to remain at their duty posts despite President Bola Tinubu’s directive ordering the withdrawal of police officers from VIP security assignments and redeploying them to core community policing duties.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to Nivo News, the president had on Sunday mandated a nationwide pullout of police personnel from VIP protection roles, a move the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, said had already led to the redeployment of 11,566 officers previously assigned to such duties.

However, spot checks across several corporate facilities in the Federal Capital Territory revealed that many of the officers deployed to company premises, security gates, and construction sites have not vacated their posts. Some officers say they have not received any official instruction to withdraw.

A Mobile Police officer stationed at a construction firm in Abuja disclosed on Friday that he had not been told to leave, noting that the presence of foreign workers at the facility could be a factor in maintaining police security.

“We have not been asked to leave, and I don’t think we will be told to go because most of the people here are foreigners,” he said.

An employee of another company in the Jabi area confirmed that Mobile Police Force personnel were still reporting for duty, explaining that an officer had told him the presidential directive did not apply to policemen assigned to corporate organisations.

“The officers guarding our offices are still here. One of them told me yesterday that the directive did not include those deployed to companies,” the staff member said.


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Political Tension: Plateau Residents Make Bold Statement As APC Campaign Materials Go Up In Flames.

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A video circulating on social media has captured the moment some residents of Plateau State set APC-branded caps and brooms ablaze after receiving the campaign materials from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The incident reportedly occurred shortly after the party’s campaign rally in Plateau State on Saturday.

In the viral footage, some residents were seen gathering the campaign items and setting them on fire in an open space to express their dissatisfaction with the government.

The residents reportedly complained about persistent hardship, insecurity and what they described as unfulfilled promises by the APC.

One of the residents was heard saying in the video that the people were more interested in basic necessities than campaign materials.

“We are hungry. We don’t need caps and brooms. We need food, jobs and security,” the resident said.

Another resident accused the APC-led government of failing the people of Plateau State, particularly following recent attacks that reportedly left several families displaced.

Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has apologised to the people of Plateau State over his previous visit to the state following the deadly attack in Anguwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, in March 2026.

The attack reportedly claimed at least 20 lives and left several others injured.

On April 2, Tinubu met with affected families at the Jos Airport, where he expressed his condolences and assured them that such an incident would not happen again.

However, the President faced criticism for failing to visit the affected communities during the trip.

His spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, had explained that Tinubu’s visit was affected by a scheduled meeting with the President of Chad.

Speaking at the APC North-Central presidential campaign rally in Jos on Saturday, Tinubu addressed the criticism, explaining that he had been restricted to the airport during his previous visit.

He appealed to residents who felt disappointed by his absence from the affected communities to forgive him.

“When I last visited the other time, I was limited to the airport. Forgive me if you didn’t see me in the hinterland.

“But I saw the devastation. I got the report from the governor. I saw horror in the faces of our people. But since then, that has changed; we are forging together,” the President said.

Tinubu also promised that affected communities would be rebuilt to enable displaced residents to return to their homes.

He further disclosed that he had directed security agencies to take decisive measures to restore lasting peace and stability across Plateau State.

According to him, the government is committed to ensuring that residents can live and conduct their daily activities without fear of attacks.

“What we should be getting is prosperity, not havoc, not crisis. Our government is not elected to inflict wounds on one another or to bury people. We have to lift people up from penury to prosperity.

“One thousand forest guards are undergoing training right now. You will feel them; you will see them. You will feel secure in your villages and communities,” Tinubu added.

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Nigeria In Trouble As Lookman Is Declared Unavailable For Tanzania AFCON Showdown.

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Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman will miss Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Tanzania on Tuesday, November 16, following a knee ligament injury.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the development on Saturday after medical scans revealed the extent of the injury sustained by the Atletico Madrid forward during Friday’s 3-1 victory over Tanzania in Uyo.

The Super Eagles media team also announced the diagnosis in an official statement, confirming that Lookman would not be available for the return fixture in Zanzibar.

“Scan has revealed Ademola Lookman suffered a sprain in his knee ligament during yesterday’s match. This rules him out of Nigeria’s next AFCON qualifier versus Tanzania in Zanzibar on Tuesday,” the team stated.

Lookman featured in the starting lineup for the Group L encounter and provided the assist for Alhassan Yusuf’s second-minute opener.

However, the 28-year-old was forced off in the 44th minute after experiencing discomfort in his knee. He was subsequently replaced by Moses Simon.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle had expressed concerns about the forward’s condition after the match, revealing that Lookman initially felt pain while attempting to take a shot before sustaining another knock to the same knee.

Meanwhile, Chelle confirmed that defenders Calvin Bassey and Benjamin Fredrick were in good physical condition after recovering from cramps suffered during the encounter.

The Nigerian tactician also commended substitute Tolu Arokodare for his impressive contribution, after the striker scored twice in the second half to secure all three points for the Super Eagles.

Chelle attributed Arokodare’s impact to his physical strength and ability to attack crosses, particularly after Nigeria adopted a more direct attacking approach in the second half.

“When you put the ball inside the box, maybe actually he is the best striker,” Chelle said.

Nigeria will travel to face Tanzania at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar on Tuesday, with kick-off scheduled for 2pm Nigerian time.

The Super Eagles currently have six points from three matches in Group L, one point behind group leaders Guinea-Bissau, as they continue their push to qualify for the 2027 AFCON tournament.

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‘You Are A Public Nuisance’ – Afegbua Fires Back At Sowore Over Tinubu Comments.

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Edo State Commissioner for Information, Kassim Afegbua, has cautioned the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, against making what he described as flippant, ridiculous and reckless comments.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Afegbua issued the warning during an interview on Arise News while reacting to Sowore’s criticism of President Bola Tinubu following the booing of the President by some youths in Abuja on Friday, November 13, 2026.

Sowore had accused Tinubu of hypocrisy, questioning why the President was now preaching peaceful political campaigns after facing hostility during his visit to the Shehu Shagari Central Mosque in Area 1, Garki, Abuja.

Reacting to the remarks, Afegbua described Sowore as a “public nuisance” and questioned his ability to establish a formidable political structure across the country.

The Edo commissioner argued that anyone seeking to become Nigeria’s president must demonstrate maturity, responsibility and decorum in public engagements.

“I don’t want to listen to all of Sowore’s rants because I see him more as a public nuisance,” Afegbua said.

He stressed that aspiring to lead a country with a population of over 250 million people comes with enormous responsibilities, which should be reflected in a candidate’s public conduct.

According to him, presidential candidates should not make careless or provocative statements under the guise of promoting their political ambitions.

“Leadership is a serious responsibility, and you cannot go around making flippant, ridiculous and reckless statements in the name of presenting yourself as a presidential candidate,” Afegbua stated.

He further maintained that political ambition must be backed by discipline and a proper understanding of the responsibilities attached to the office being sought.

Afegbua also questioned Sowore’s political influence and nationwide reach, suggesting that the AAC candidate lacks the organisational capacity required to compete effectively across the country.

He argued that establishing a functional political structure in all 774 local government areas would pose a significant challenge for Sowore.

However, the commissioner acknowledged that politicians like Sowore serve a purpose in the political space by providing an avenue for Nigerians to express their frustrations and communicate their views on issues affecting the country.

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