Good morning. Here is today’s summary from TheMatrix Newspapers:
1. Creation Of State Police Hits Top Gear
- Reps Pass State Police Bill To Curb Insecurity
- US Lawmaker Hails Passage Of Bill, Says Move Could Curb Christian Persecution
Nigeria’s parliament passed a constitutional bill on Thursday paving the way for each of its 36 states to establish and run its own police force alongside the federal Nigeria Police Force, a long-debated reform aimed at tackling worsening insecurity. READ MORE
2. Democracy Day: It’s An Opportunity To Assess Nigeria’s Democratic Progress-Opposition
- Tinubu To Address Nigerians Today As FG Declares Public Holiday To Commemorate Event
- Despite Uninterrupted Democracy, Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector Stuck In Low Gear, Says CPPE
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, he disclosed thatJune 12 remains one of the most significant dates in Nigeria’s political history and democratic journey. READ MORE
3. Nigeria Surpasses OPEC Quota, Hits Highest Oil Output In 11 Months
Nigeria’s crude oil production climbed above its Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota in May 2026, reaching its highest level in nearly a year and strengthening its position as Africa’s top oil producer. READ MORE
4. #EkitiDecides: Every Valid Vote Will Count — Amupitan Reassures Stakeholders
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has assured stakeholders in Ekiti State of the Commission’s readiness to conduct a credible, transparent and inclusive Governorship Election on Saturday, 20th June 2026. READ MORE
5. Agbedi Emerges Minority Leader In House Of Reps
The minority caucus in the House of Representatives has completed its leadership structure with the emergence of Rep. Frederick Agbedi as Minority Leader and Rep. Abdulsamad Dasuki as Deputy Minority Leader. READ MORE
6. NNPC Ltd, Security Agencies Deepen Collaboration Against Pipeline Vandalism
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) through the Industry Wide Security Architecture (IWSA) and Nigerian Pipelines & Storage Company (NPSC) in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Special Prosecution Team (SPT), the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, the Nigerian Army and other security stakeholders, on Tuesday conducted a joint inspection of a vandalized section of the NPSC crude oil pipeline at Pai Community in Kwali Area Council of the FCT, Abuja. READ MORE
7. FG Declares June 12, 2026 Public Holiday In Commemoration Of Democracy Day
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Friday, June 12, 2026, a public holiday in commemoration of Democracy Day. The announcement was made by the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. READ MORE
8. Kyari Challenges Senate Arrest Warrant, Cites Medical Treatment Abroad
Former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari, has faulted the Senate Committee on Public Accounts’ decision to issue an arrest warrant against him, insisting that he had informed lawmakers of his inability to attend their hearing due to medical treatment abroad. READ MORE
9. Actresses Bambam, Susan Peters Raise Alarm Over Stolen Phones At Ekubo Tribute
A service of songs held in honour of late actor Alex Ekubo in Lagos was overshadowed by reports of theft, with actresses Bambam and Susan Peters revealing that their phones went missing during the event. READ MORE
10. Three Red Cards In Opening Game, 2026 World Cup Roars To Explosive Start
The 2026 FIFA World Cup burst into life in dramatic fashion on Thursday night as co-hosts Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in a fiery opening match that produced three red cards, setting an explosive tone for the biggest tournament in football history.
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