Nigeria’s Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo says 30–50% of criminal offences do not require imprisonment as the Federal Government advances prison decongestion and criminal justice reforms aimed at reducing overcrowding and strengthening rehabilitation.
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30–50% of Offences Do Not Warrant Incarceration, Says Tunji-Ojo as FG Pushes Justice Reforms!
Nigeria’s Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo says 30–50% of offences do not require imprisonment, highlighting ongoing reforms to reduce correctional centre congestion and improve Nigeria’s criminal justice system.
Tinubu to Attend 81st UN General Assembly in September, to Showcase Nigeria’s Reform Agenda!
President Bola Tinubu will attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly in September, where he is expected to present Nigeria’s reform agenda, strengthen diplomatic ties, attract foreign investment, and address global leaders on key development priorities.
Sanwo-Olu Visits Flood-Hit Lagos Communities, Promises Urgent Relief and Lasting Flood Control Measures!
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu visited flood-affected communities across Lagos, assuring residents of immediate relief efforts and long-term flood control projects to reduce recurring flooding across the state.
PFIPC scandal: Atiku renews call for independent probe into alleged N6.44bn World Cup budget!
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has renewed calls for an independent investigation into the PFIPC scandal and the alleged ₦6.44 billion World Cup budget, questioning President Tinubu’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
Soldiers Rescue 13 Kidnap Victims, Foil Terrorist Operations in Zamfara!
Nigerian troops rescued 13 kidnapped victims and foiled planned terrorist operations in Zamfara State during coordinated military offensives under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, recovering weapons and disrupting criminal activities.
Flooding: Akwa Ibom Gov Orders Demolition of Buildings on Drainage Channels to Curb Recurring Flood Crisis!
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has ordered the demolition of buildings constructed on drainage channels as part of efforts to tackle recurring flooding, improve urban planning, and protect lives and property across the state.
Govt Has Abandoned Education, Atiku Reacts to Kogi School Kidnappings!
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the Kogi school kidnappings, accusing the Nigerian government of abandoning education and failing to adequately protect schools as insecurity continues to threaten learning nationwide.
𝗕𝗨𝗔 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡504𝗯𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁, 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆!
BUA Foods plans to expand flour, pasta, and edible oil production after approving a ₦504 billion dividend payout, aiming to strengthen food security, create jobs, and improve affordability across Nigeria.
Police arrest content creator ‘Odogwu of Asaba’ over alleged rape, death of 20-year-old woman in Delta!
Delta Police have arrested popular content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as “Odogwu of Asaba,” over the alleged rape and death of a 20-year-old woman. Authorities say investigations are ongoing as Nigerians demand justice.
Defence Chief Calls for Stronger Trust, Strategic Alliances to Defeat Insecurity in Nigeria!
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, calls for stronger trust, strategic alliances, and community collaboration to tackle insecurity and enhance national security across the country.
75-Year-Old Man Jailed 10 Years for Defiling 11-Year-Old Girl in Rivers!
A Rivers State High Court has sentenced a 75-year-old man to 10 years imprisonment for defiling an 11-year-old girl, reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to protecting children and prosecuting sexual offenders.
State Police Won’t Become Governors’ Private Armies, Speaker Abbas Assures Nigerians!
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas says Nigeria’s proposed state police bill includes constitutional safeguards to prevent governors from using state police as private armies while strengthening national security.
NIMC, IT Firms Push for Secure Digital Government Services, Strengthen Nigeria’s Digital Identity Agenda!
NIMC and leading IT firms have renewed calls for secure digital government services in Nigeria, highlighting the importance of cybersecurity, digital identity and public-private collaboration to strengthen governance and economic growth.
𝗡𝗣𝗖 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗥𝗲𝗴 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮!
The National Population Commission has launched VitalReg, an online platform that enables Nigerians to register births and deaths digitally, improving civil registration, identity management, and national planning.