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Plateau Government Renews Call for State Police to Tackle Security Challenges

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1 year ago

August 30, 2025

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The Plateau State government has reiterated its call for the establishment of a state policing system to address the unique security challenges confronting the state.

The renewed demand was made by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, during a live programme on Dr Fish FM, Jos, where she restated Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s consistent advocacy for state police as a viable complement to federal security agencies.

Ramnap explained that while the state continues to collaborate with the regular security formations, the creation of a state police structure would ensure security is brought closer to the grassroots. She stressed that the peculiar realities of Plateau require localized solutions for rural safety and peacebuilding.

“The security challenges in Plateau demand tailored responses. Establishing a state police system remains a viable measure to safeguard our communities, particularly at the grassroots,” she said.

The Commissioner further assured that government is committed to strengthening security through personnel deployment, enhanced community vigilance, and continuous engagement with stakeholders. She urged residents to support ongoing reforms and cooperate with security agencies to consolidate peace and stability across the state.

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Tinubu messiah Igbos have been waiting for since civil war – Benjamin Kalu

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31 minutes ago

October 31, 2026

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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, on Saturday claimed that President Bola Tinubu is the messiah that the Southeast have been waiting for since the end of the Biafra civil war.

Kalu made the remark while noting that the South-East will ensure that Tinubu is reelected in 2027.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives spoke during the All Progressives Congress, APC, women empowerment rally in Enugu State.

He said Tinubu loves people of the South-East, claiming that when he was governor, nobody arrested or confiscated the properties of Igbos in Lagos State.

Kalu recalled how Tinubu appointed Ben Akabueze into his cabinet while he was governor of Lagos State.

He said: "For now our mandate is to support the man that has been supporting us, this man has not hidden his love for Ndi-Igbo, when he was the governor of Lagos State, no Igbo property was taken, no Igbo who was a businessman was arrested.

"Then he was the only man who brought an Igbo man into his cabinet, Ben Akabueze, it has never happened before.

"I need to remind you that after the civil war we waited for 60 years for the promise that was made to the people of Igboland that was not kept. The three Rs they taught us in government, Reconciliation, Reconstruction, and Reintegration; government after government ignored us. Administrations after administrations ignored the Igbos and we were waiting when will the messiah come to save the Igbos.

"Then came a man who loved the Igbos from his heart, the Southeast Development Commission has been going to the parliament from year to year, assembly to assembly and they refused to sign it, but when Tinubu came, the Southeast Development Commission became a commission.

"He gave us bridge, roads, and scholarship, why won't we reelect him again, he will return again."

Tinubu messiah Igbos have been waiting for since civil war – Benjamin Kalu

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Nigeria Tennis Sensation! Seun Ogunsakin Conquers Cairo Again, Beats French Star to Clinch Second J200 Title of 2026

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39 minutes ago

October 31, 2026

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Nigeria’s rising tennis star Seun Ogunsakin has continued his impressive form on the international junior circuit after defeating France’s Matisse Martin in straight sets to emerge champion of the J200 Cairo Boys’ Singles tournament in Egypt.

Sports247 reports that the talented Nigerian secured a hard-fought 7-5, 6-3 victory in the final, demonstrating composure and determination to claim his second J200 title of the year.

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The triumph represents another significant milestone in Ogunsakin’s developing career as he continues to establish himself among promising young players on the international tennis scene. Facing a determined Matisse Martin in the championship match, Ogunsakin was forced to work hard during a competitive opening set.

The Nigerian eventually edged the first set 7-5, gaining an important advantage in the contest. Building on that momentum, Ogunsakin maintained his composure in the second set, securing a 6-3 victory to complete the straight-sets triumph.

The result underlined his ability to handle pressure in decisive matches while maintaining the consistency required to compete successfully at international level.

Ogunsakin’s latest success carries additional significance, having previously won another J200 title in Cairo earlier this year. His second triumph at the same tournament level highlights his growing confidence and ability to reproduce winning performances against international opposition.

Winning two J200 titles in a single season represents encouraging progress for the Nigerian youngster as he continues his journey through the junior tennis circuit.

Ogunsakin’s achievement provides another positive development for Nigerian tennis, particularly at a time when emerging players are seeking greater recognition internationally. Success at ITF junior tournaments offers valuable competitive experience and opportunities to improve world junior rankings.

For Ogunsakin, maintaining consistency and building on his recent achievements will be crucial as he targets further success. His latest victory also serves as encouragement to other young Nigerian players aspiring to compete at the highest levels.

With two J200 titles secured in Cairo during 2026, Seun Ogunsakin has once again demonstrated his potential, delivering another memorable moment for Nigerian tennis on the international stage.