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Timi urges performance-based vote in 2027

Timi urges performance-based vote in 2027

Dr Tonye Timi, Executive Director of Corporate Services at the South/South Development Commission, has urged stakeholders in the Bomadi/Patani Federal Constituency to set aside personal loyalty and prioritise performance, accountability and inclusiveness when electing representatives in the 2027 general elections.

Speaking in an interview on Thursday, Timi said representation in a democracy is not merely a political privilege but a serious responsibility that must be measured by legislative effectiveness, responsiveness and tangible development.

No badge is a licence to kill - IGP

No badge is a licence to kill – IGP

He warned that firearms must only be used as a last resort and strictly within the provisions of the law, reaffirming that Force Order 237 remains fully binding on all officers.

The IGP said an unskilled officer carrying a weapon constitutes a danger to society, while a disciplined and properly trained officer serves as a genuine protector of the people.

No badge is a licence to kill - IGP

No badge is a licence to kill – IGP

He warned that firearms must only be used as a last resort and strictly within the provisions of the law, reaffirming that Force Order 237 remains fully binding on all officers.

The IGP said an unskilled officer carrying a weapon constitutes a danger to society, while a disciplined and properly trained officer serves as a genuine protector of the people.

Police arrest masquerades, warn against disorder

Police arrest masquerades, warn against disorder

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining law and order following the arrest of individuals parading as masquerades in violation of the state’s directive regulating masquerade activities.

The command disclosed that on 23 April 2026, at about 11:25 am, police operatives on routine patrol along the Onna–Ikot Abasi Road intercepted a group of masquerades heading to Onna for activities considered capable of disturbing public peace and order.

Police arrest masquerades, warn against disorder

Police arrest masquerades, warn against disorder

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining law and order following the arrest of individuals parading as masquerades in violation of the state’s directive regulating masquerade activities.

The command disclosed that on 23 April 2026, at about 11:25 am, police operatives on routine patrol along the Onna–Ikot Abasi Road intercepted a group of masquerades heading to Onna for activities considered capable of disturbing public peace and order.

NCC deploys technology to fight digital piracy

NCC deploys technology to fight digital piracy

Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) says it is deploying digital technology to strengthen its campaign against piracy and protect intellectual property rights in Nigeria.

The Director-General of the commission, John Asien, disclosed this in Uyo on Tuesday during an event marking the 2026 World Intellectual Property Day.

NCC deploys technology to fight digital piracy

NCC deploys technology to fight digital piracy

Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) says it is deploying digital technology to strengthen its campaign against piracy and protect intellectual property rights in Nigeria.

The Director-General of the commission, John Asien, disclosed this in Uyo on Tuesday during an event marking the 2026 World Intellectual Property Day.

DELSU seeks support to sustain excellence

DELSU seeks support to sustain excellence

The Vice-Chancellor, Samuel Asagba, appealed on Tuesday during a media briefing at the university’s campus in Abraka, held to formally announce the institution’s 18th convocation ceremony.

nationwideAsagba said DELSU had come of age, noting that the latest Times Higher Education ranking placed it as Nigeria’s best state university and 12th overall among universities in the country.

DELSU seeks support to sustain excellence

DELSU seeks support to sustain excellence

The Vice-Chancellor, Samuel Asagba, appealed on Tuesday during a media briefing at the university’s campus in Abraka, held to formally announce the institution’s 18th convocation ceremony.

nationwideAsagba said DELSU had come of age, noting that the latest Times Higher Education ranking placed it as Nigeria’s best state university and 12th overall among universities in the country.

Bayelsa EDTF boosts nursing college facilities

Bayelsa EDTF boosts nursing college facilities

The Bayelsa State Education Development Trust Fund (EDTF) on Tuesday donated 100 double-bunk beds, 200 mattresses and 10 laptops to the Bayelsa State College of Nursing Sciences, Tombia-Ekpetiama, in a major intervention aimed at improving students’ welfare and strengthening healthcare education.

The EDTF said the donation forms part of its broader commitment to enhancing learning environments and advancing educational development across institutions in the state.