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STRENGTHENING NIGERIA LAW ENFORCEMENT: IGP ENGAGES US SENIOR ADVISOR SHAUN J. GAVIN, DISCUSSES AREAS OF PARTNERSHIP ON SPECIAL INTERVENTION SQUAD

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2 years ago

October 18, 2023

In a landmark meeting on monday, October 16th at the Hilton Bayfront, San Diego, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, NPM, Ph.D., engaged in further purposive discussions with Senior Advisor Shaun J. Gavin, representing the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of the United States Embassy in Abuja. The focus of the dialogue centred on fortifying the collaboration between the two nations in the realm of law enforcement, particularly concerning the establishment and operationalization of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS).

Expressing mutual commitment, the IGP and Senior Advisor Shaun J. Gavin deliberated on key areas of partnership aimed at bolstering the SIS. The SIS, a crucial initiative of the IGP, signifies a specialized response to prevailing security challenges, with a keen focus on regions grappling with conflict and terrorist threats. The meeting emphasized the strategic importance of this collaboration in enhancing the capabilities of the Nigeria Police Force and contributing to regional stability.

Tracing the bond between the Transitional Police Unit (TPU) and the Special Intervention Squad (SIS), this collaboration addresses critical gaps in regions facing conflict and terrorist threats. Senior Advisor Shaun J. Gavin’s leadership emphasizes the SIS’s vital role in augmenting the capacity of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, ensuring a strategic and specialized response. This partnership not only aligns with the broader national security objectives but also signifies a milestone in the deepening bilateral ties between the U.S. and Nigeria.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

18th October 2023

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“Early marriage is better than fornication” – Mixed reactions as young Nigerian couple trends after welcoming a child

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3 days ago

March 5, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

A young Nigerian couple are currently trending on Arewa social media circles after they welcomed their first child.

The pictures taken by a Kaduna-based photographer have sparked mixed reactions, with some people saying that the girl is underaged and not old enough to be a wife and mother.

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PRESIDENT TINUBU SENDS 5-PERSON DELEGATION TO ATTEND JESSE JACKSON’S BURIAL

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3 days ago

March 5, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a five-person delegation to represent him and the country at the final burial rites of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the American civil rights leader, activist and former presidential candidate.

Jackson passed away at age 84 on February 17, 2026, in Chicago.

Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, is the leader of the delegation.

Other members are the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; the Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; the Special Presidential Envoy for Global and Pan-African Affairs, Brian Browne; and the Senior Special Assistant, Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaye.

The delegation will deliver President Tinubu’s message of condolences to the Jackson family.

In an earlier tribute, President Tinubu described Reverend Jackson as a great friend of Nigeria and Africa.

“He was a moral voice and a formidable resistance to apartheid in South Africa. He played a leading role in the campaign for the release from prison of Nelson Mandela and other African National Congress leaders. He won critical support for sanctions against the then apartheid government”, President Tinubu wrote.

The burial programme for the civil rights leader began on February 26, with a lying-in-state at Rainbow PUSH Coalition in Chicago. Services in South Carolina and Washington, D.C., and a lying-in-state at the South Carolina Statehouse were scheduled for March 1-5.

On March 6, a “People’s Celebration” will take place at House of Hope in Chicago, followed by a private homegoing on March 7 at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President,
(Information and Strategy)
March 4, 2026

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The Moment Gov. Adeleke Danced And Sang To Celebrate Pastor Adeboye On His 84th Birthday (Video)

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4 days ago

March 4, 2026

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On Monday, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke joined in celebrating the 84th birthday of Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God.

In a video shared by the governor’s Special Assistant on Digital Media, Oni Lawrence, Adeleke was seen serenading the cleric during a courtesy visit.

The video was captioned, “Yesterday night, Governor Ademola Adeleke rejoices with Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye on the joyous occasion of his 84th birthday.

“He celebrates a life devoted to faith, humility and service to humanity, a spiritual father whose teachings and prayers have shaped generations across Nigeria and beyond.”