The Kano State House of Assembly has reportedly approved the proposed constitutional amendment that would let states set up their own police forces. The bill needs approval from at least 24 state assemblies before it can become law.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has reportedly challenged FCT Minister Nyesom Wike over his Rainbow Coalition, saying it has no presence in Imo. The exchange is the latest in a running dispute between the two over 2027 alignments, with Wike saying the platform is for Tinubu supporters and not an APC structure.
Peter Obi has criticised President Tinubu's foreign travel, saying he has spent roughly 200 days outside the country while still not visiting Kogi State. The Presidency has previously argued that the President governs effectively wherever he is.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has made a new remark about former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, reportedly telling listeners he prays they never get to know him. The two have traded public criticism for years.
Political economist Pat Utomi has criticised the government after Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele reportedly cited a survey in which some Nigerians spend more than their whole income on food. Utomi called for steps to improve living standards.