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Police Defend Tinted Glass Permit Policy

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7 months ago

September 11, 2025

Eric

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed criticisms of its tinted glass permit policy, insisting that the scheme is legal, transparent, and constitutionally valid.

Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement on Wednesday, described recent claims by individuals and groups questioning the policy as “untrue and misleading,” adding that they were aimed at discrediting the image and lawful operations of the police.

Citing Section 2(3a) of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 2004, Hundeyin explained that the law empowers the Inspector-General of Police, or any authorised person, to approve permits.

He also noted that Section 1(2) of the Act requires applicants to show valid reasons, either on health or security grounds, before approval can be granted.

“The essence of the regulation aligns with our core mandate of crime prevention, as the permit is a critical tool in tackling kidnapping, armed robbery, terrorism, and one-chance operations,” Hundeyin stated.

Responding to a suit filed by the Nigerian Bar Association against the Inspector-General of Police over the policy, Hundeyin clarified that charges attached to obtaining the permit are processing fees meant to sustain the digital infrastructure supporting the service.

He added that this was in line with Section 26(e) and (f) of the Nigeria Police Act, 2020, which empowers the police to provide specialised services to the public at a fee.

He further highlighted the successes of the Electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR), noting that it has enabled the recovery of numerous stolen vehicles nationwide.

Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, meanwhile, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to professionalism, transparency, and the protection of citizens’ rights.

He assured Nigerians that the police remain dedicated to building a safer and more secure nation.

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Eid-el- Fitr: Interior Minister Announces Thursday, Friday As Public Holidays

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2 weeks ago

March 18, 2026

Eric

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Tuesday in Abuja.

The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government.

The minister extended warm greetings and congratulations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast.

Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice emphasised during the holy month.

He also called on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the country.

“The federal government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians,” he said.

The minister encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society.

He noted that Eid-ul-Fitr represents a period of reflection, gratitude, and compassion, urging Nigerians to uphold these values beyond the festive season.

The Federal Government also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting unity and strengthening peaceful coexistence across the country.

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Nine Senators Announce Defection to ADC

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3 weeks ago

March 12, 2026

Eric

Nine senators on Thursday announced their defection from their various parties to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Five of the senators dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), three left the Labour Party (LP), and one from the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA).

The defectors from PDP are Senators Dauda Yaroe, Lawal Usman, Ogochi Onawe, Aminu Tambuwal and Austin Akubondu.

The LP defectors are Senators Ireti Kingibe, Victor Umeh and Tony Nwoye.

Eight of the senators who dumped the PDP and LP cited leadership crises in their parties for their defection.

However, Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe said he dumped APGA because the party sacked him in September 2025.

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Police Council Confirms Tunji Disu As Substantive IGP

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1 month ago

March 2, 2026

Eric

The National Police Council has confirmed Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police.

His name is now to be sent to the Senate for screening.

President Bola Tinubu appointed Disu as the acting IGP on February 25, 2026, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.

Tinubu, in a statement by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, had said he would convene a meeting of the Nigeria Police Council to formally consider Disu’s appointment as substantive IGP, after which his name would be transmitted to the Senate for confirmation,” he said.

The former AIG assumed office as the acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) last Wednesday.

Disu, 59, took over the reins as Nigeria’s new police chief at a brief ceremony at the Louis Edet House in Abuja, shortly after President Bola Tinubu decorated him as the acting IGP.

Until his appointment, Disu served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos.

He was promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police last year.