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NASS To Raise Women’s Recruitment In Police To 30%: CISLAC

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NASS To Raise Women’s Recruitment In Police To 30%: CISLAC

NASS to raise women’s recruitment in police to 30%: CISLAC. The CISLAC boss reiterated that a 30 per cent benchmark is necessary to correct decades of structural exclusion of women in policing.

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called on the National Assembly to raise the proposed women’s recruitment quota in the Nigeria Police Act (Amendment) Bill from 15 per cent to 30 per cent.

Auwal Rafsanjani, CISLAC’s executive director, who also heads Transparency International-Nigeria, made the call in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
According to him, this aligns with the African Union and ECOWAS benchmarks on gender inclusion in security sector governance.
“The National Policy on Women, adopted in 2000, recommended a 30 per cent reservation for women in appointments,” said Mr Rafsanjani.

Mr Rafsanjani said during the public hearing organised by the House Committee on Police Affairs at the National Assembly that raising the percentage to 30 will enable the country to meet the international benchmark.
Represented by the organisation’s senior programme officer, Gimba Hassan, the CISLAC boss reiterated that a 30 per cent benchmark is necessary to correct decades of structural exclusion of women in policing.

He emphasised that women currently constitute less than 11 per cent of the Nigeria Police Force, a figure far below regional and international standards for inclusive policing.

CISLAC’s recommendation was met with applause from stakeholders at the hearing, with several panel members expressing willingness to consider a compromise starting point of 20 per cent.
The organisation welcomed the committee’s openness and encouraged lawmakers to be bold and progressive in adopting stronger gender reforms.

CISLAC also called for the phasing out of analogue record-keeping at all levels of the force, the establishment of a digital, unified, and perpetual record system for crimes, especially those involving gender-based violence (GBV) and human rights violations, and mandatory documentation of investigative outcomes and prosecutions in a transparent and accessible format.

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The organisation also recommended the creation of a Gender and Inclusion Compliance Directorate with the statutory authority to monitor recruitment, training, postings, promotions, and disciplinary procedures.
Also, it called for compulsory gender-responsive budgeting across the police force, annual gender audits, and public reporting to strengthen accountability.
The organisation reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the National Assembly in developing a more inclusive, transparent, and rights-based police force capable of responding to security challenges in line with global best practices.

The head of the legal unit at the Federal Ministry of Police Affairs, Okorie Kalu, announced that the ministry is developing new police regulations to eliminate discriminatory criteria.
The new rules, he stated, would remove marital and pregnancy restrictions, abolish gender-based duty assignments, and end gendered dress code reforms long advocated by CISLAC.

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TIB Movement Demands Justice Over Former APC Women Leader Jamima Dutse Murdered at Her Bauchi Residence

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TIB Movement Demands Justice Over Former APC Women Leader Jamima Dutse Murdered at Her Bauchi Residence

The Take-It-Back (TIB) Movement, Bauchi State Chapter, has condemned the murder of Mrs. Jamima J. Dutse, a former Zonal Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi South, and called on security agencies to immediately investigate the killing.
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Dutse was reportedly attacked and killed by unknown assailants at her residence in Bauchi. In a statement dated October 4, 2026, signed by its Bauchi State Coordinator, Nazif Bashi, the TIB Movement expressed shock and outrage over the killing and commiserated with Dutse’s family, friends and associates.

The group described the killing as a “senseless act of violence” and said it raised concerns about the safety of residents in the state. “A society where citizens regardless of their political affiliations, gender, or status, cannot feel safe in their own homes is one on the brink of breakdown,” the group said.

It said the attack was not only against Dutse and her family but also against the peace, security and democratic fabric of Bauchi State.

The TIB Movement called on the Bauchi State Police Command, the Department of State Services (DSS) and other relevant security agencies to intensify efforts to identify and arrest those responsible for the killing.

It demanded the immediate constitution of what it described as a “dedicated, high-powered investigative panel” to investigate the murder.

The group also urged the security agencies to maintain transparent communication with Dutse’s family and the public by providing timelines and periodic updates on the progress of the investigation.

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“Justice must not only be done; it must be seen to be done,” the statement said. “Those responsible for this murder must be brought to book and face the full wrath of the law to serve as a stern deterrent to criminal elements across the state.”

The group further called on the Bauchi State Government and security authorities to strengthen local security measures, surveillance and intelligence gathering across Bauchi metropolis and neighbouring local government areas.

The TIB Movement said such measures were necessary to address what it described as a rising tide of violent attacks in the state.

It also appealed to civil society organisations, trade unions, human rights defenders and residents of Bauchi State to demand accountability until those responsible for Dutse’s death are arrested and prosecuted. “The Take-It-Back Movement reaffirms its commitment to advocating for the rights, safety, and justice of all citizens,” it said.

“Silence in the face of tyranny and insecurity is complicity.”
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NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation

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NNPC Ltd Offers N66 Fuel Discount Throughout the Nation

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has unveiled a nationwide ₦66 fuel discount promotion for customers using the NNPC Fuel App.
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In a post obtained from its X handle on Friday, the promotion, which runs from October 1 to 7, is being held across NNPC stations nationwide as part of activities marking the period.

“The ₦66 Discount Promo is ongoing & the excitement is already happening across our stations nationwide!

“All over Nigeria, our customers are getting in on the action & there’s still time for you to benefit!

The promo runs from 1–7 October on the NNPC Fuel App,” the post read.

NNPC said customers across the country have already begun participating in the promotion, with highlights from the first day showing activities at several stations.

“Keep fueling, keep transacting and keep your eyes on our pages,” the post read.

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NNPC also shared moments from the first day of the promotion and said more pictures and activities from stations across the country would be released.

The company urged customers not to miss the opportunity to participate before the promotion ends on October 7.

The ₦66 discount offer is available through the NNPC Fuel App during the stated promotional period.
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NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity

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NAF, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) Sets for Partnership to Advance Indigenous Defence Capacity

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has expressed the readiness of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to explore a strategic partnership with Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) to strengthen indigenous capacity in aircraft spares production, technology transfer and specialised technical training.
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The CAS stated this on 29 September 2026 when the Chairman of IVM, Chief Dr Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, CON, paid a courtesy visit to him at Headquarters NAF, Abuja.

Discussions focused on leveraging IVM’s indigenous manufacturing capabilities to support NAF operational requirements and advance local content in the defence sector. Chief Chukwuma highlighted IVM’s interest and capability in the production of selected aircraft parts and spares, while also showcasing its CNG and electric vehicle manufacturing capabilities.

The CAS welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed NAF’s commitment to partnerships that promote local production, technology transfer and human-capacity development. He also expressed interest in exploring affordable vehicle acquisition options for NAF personnel through convenient payment arrangements, subject to further engagement and applicable procedures.

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The engagement underscores the CAS’s drive to harness indigenous innovation and local expertise to strengthen NAF capability and personnel welfare, while supporting Nigeria’s broader pursuit of technological self-reliance and industrial development.
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