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Tension Erupts in N’Assembly as Security Agents Restrict Journalists
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A heated confrontation unfolded at the National Assembly on Wednesday as security personnel blocked journalists from accessing the legislative premises.
Security agents, including the Sergeant-at-Arms and police officers, cited “orders from above” as their reason for preventing entry, insisting that only those with accredited identity cards could proceed into the White House complex.
Journalists attempted to clarify that the National Assembly’s Information Department had not yet issued permanent ID cards, but their appeals were ignored. Even those with temporary accreditation were denied access despite efforts to negotiate.
The situation escalated when security officers resorted to verbal harassment and physical aggression. The first casualty was Nicholas Kalu of ‘The Nation Newspapers” Secretary of the House of Representatives Press Corps, who was assaulted during the standoff. Additionally, Tolu Akinyemi of SuperScreen Television had her phone seized by the officers.
When reached for comments, officials from the Office of the Clerk to the National Assembly distanced themselves from the directive, denying any involvement.
This directive might not be unconnected to the recent face-off between former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili and Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi (Ebonyi North Senatorial District) at a hearing by Senate Committee on Ethics on sexual harassment allegations involving suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central and President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday in Abuja.
More updates to follow…
British-Nigerian rapper, Joseph Adenuga, popularly known as Skepta, has expressed deep concern over the worsening injustice in his Nigeria.
Speaking in a video broadcast, the ‘Bad Energy Stay Far Away’ crooner appealed to celebrities and the international community to assist Nigerians in drawing the global attention to the injustices in Nigeria.
He explained that Nigerians are resilient but have been suffering injustice for long.
“There is so much injustice in Nigeria. And whenever I can whether it is at my shows, verbally or images, whatever I can do, we are going to speak up for injustice at all time.
“Nigerians need help. We need people to speak up for us as well. We need to protect Nigerians. There is so much injustice in Nigeria.
“This is my message to the people; please, I know that we [Nigerians] are resilient and we make everything look good, but we need help, too. Please, help us,” he appealed.
A former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar, and his wife have been kidnapped by suspected armed bandits in Katsina State, north-west Nigeria.
The incident reportedly happened on Saturday along the Matazu axis of Katsina while the retired senior officer was travelling with his wife to Katsina. Armed attackers intercepted their vehicle and took them away.
A security source told Sahara Reporters that the driver of the vehicle was also attacked but managed to escape despite suffering a gunshot injury during the incident.
According to reports, the vehicle used by the retired general, a red Peugeot 504, was later found and has been taken to the Matazu Divisional Police Headquarters.
An informal security message circulating among military contacts, allegedly shared by retired Brigadier General Sagir Musa, confirmed that the officer and his wife were abducted and urged authorities to act quickly.
As of the time of this report, neither the Katsina State Police Command nor the military had released an official statement on the incident.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has sanctioned the promotion of 17,952 junior police officers across various ranks within the Nigeria Police Force. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts aimed at enhancing personnel welfare, boosting morale, and recognizing diligence, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
A statement issued by DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the Force Public Relations Officer at Force Headquarters, indicated that the promotion exercise, which spans Commands and Formations nationwide, includes the elevation of 165 Sergeants to the rank of Inspector, 73 Corporals to the rank of Sergeant, and 17,714 Constables to the rank of Corporal.
The Inspector-General of Police highlighted that timely promotions are a vital aspect of the Force’s human resource management strategy and serve as a significant motivator for officers to remain dedicated to fulfilling their constitutional duties. He underscored that the advancement of deserving personnel demonstrates the current Police leadership’s commitment to merit, career progression, and institutional development.
IGP Disu extended his congratulations to the newly promoted officers and urged them to view their elevation as a call to greater responsibility, professionalism, discipline, and dedication to service. He encouraged them to uphold the core values of the Nigeria Police Force and to continue performing their duties with integrity, respect for human rights, and a commitment to the rule of law.
The statement affirmed that the Nigeria Police Force is unwavering in its dedication to promoting excellence, rewarding hard work, and enhancing institutional capacity in accordance with global best practices in policing.
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