INTERVIEW

Okurounmu Criticises 1999 Constitution, Says It Skews Power to the North

Daily Dispatch March 25, 2026

A former senator who represented Ogun Central Senatorial District, Senator Femi Okurounmu, has alleged that Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution structurally favours the northern region, warning that the imbalance has continued to shape governance outcomes and deepen political and economic challenges

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IGP Disu Orders Major Redeployment of Senior Police Officers Nationwide

Daily Dispatch March 24, 2026

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved a sweeping redeployment of senior officers across the Nigeria Police Force as part of ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening operational efficiency and leadership capacity. The directive, announced under the Force’s re-organization plan, is designed to enhance service delivery and ensure a more effective

Politics

Shettima Welcomes Zamfara Governor to APC, Assures Nigerians of Improved Security

Daily Dispatch March 24, 2026

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has expressed optimism that the country’s security challenges will soon be overcome, stating that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is intensifying efforts to restore peace nationwide. The Vice President made the remarks on Tuesday in Gusau during a grand reception where he formally received Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, and his

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INEC Moves to Tighten Party Primaries, Campaign Spending Ahead of 2027 Polls

Daily Dispatch March 24, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has proposed stricter regulations to guide political party primaries and campaign financing as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The electoral body unveiled a draft of the revised rules during a consultative meeting with party leaders held at its headquarters on Tuesday. INEC said the move is […]

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APC Screening Committee Hails Yilwatda, Grants ‘Take a Bow’ at Convention Screening

Daily Dispatch March 24, 2026

The Aspirants’ Screening Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended the party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, after clearing him with distinction and asking him to “take a bow” ahead of the 2026 National Convention. The screening, held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja, was conducted by a 42-member […]

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Tinubu Moves to Shield Nigerians from Iran War Economic Shock

Daily Dispatch March 24, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has rolled out a series of economic and energy measures aimed at cushioning the impact of the ongoing Iran war on Nigeria’s economy and households, according to a policy commentary by Reno Omokri. The initiatives, introduced ahead of rising global economic tensions, focus on reducing Nigeria’s dependence on petrol and strengthening fiscal […]