IGP disband SARS After Widespread Protests

The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has dissolved the infamous subunit of the force, the Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS).Adamu made the announcement of the dissolution on Sunday, days after widespread protests demanding a scrapping of the unit over allegations of brutality and human rights violations.“The Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigerian Police, otherwise known as SARS, is hereby dissolved across all formations, the 36 state police command and the Federal Capital Territory where they currently exists,” the IGP said.Also in a statement, the Force Public Relations Office, Force Headquarters, Dcp Frank Mba, noted that “the dissolution of SARS is in response to the yearnings of the Nigerian people”.He explained that “the Force is not oblivious of the ever-present need to combat armed robbery, kidnapping and other violent crimes in the country which was before now the core mandate of the erstwhile Squad”.Mba, therefore, assured that that a new policing arrangement to address anticipated policing gaps which the dissolution of SARS would cause, has been evolved and shall be announced in due course.

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Comrade Ahmad Kabir Emerges Triumphant as JCC Chairman in Kogi – A Victory for Student Advocacy

In a momentous occasion for the student community in Kogi, Comrade Ahmad Kabir has secured a resounding victory as the newly elected JCC Chairman. The high-stakes contest for this influential position drew attention from all corners, ultimately culminating in the triumph of a seasoned leader who has previously served as the Student Union Government (SUG) President and held various other pivotal roles. Comrade Ahmad Kabir's journey to the JCC chairmanship reflects a storied history of commitment to student welfare and a passion for driving positive change. His previous tenure as the SUG President was marked by transformative initiatives that significantly impacted the landscape of Federal College Okene. During his tenure as the SUG President, Comrade Ahmad Kabir spearheaded a series of initiatives that brought about substantial improvements to Federal College Okene. His visionary leadership and proactive approach to addressing student concerns turned the college into a h...

COMRD. M.A.T DECLARED FOR NANS VP NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Solidarity greetings to great Nigerian students. The nomenclature remains harmless, untouchable, unbeatable Comrd. Muh'd A.Tenimu. After much consultations and consolidation, I, comrd. Muh'd A.Tenimu humbly using this medium to DECLARE MY INTENT TO RUN FOR THE OFFICE OF NANS VP NATIONAL AFFAIR. Declaration for the said position came up after consulting appropriate stakeholders, leaders, and excos of the most competitive students association at the national level. Today, I am thrilled to introduce myself as an exceptional candidate for the position of NANS VP National Affairs with visionary leadership style, unwavering determination, and dedication to serving the student body, I see myself as the perfect choice to be elected as NANS VP National Affairs. Comrade M.A.T campaign is centred on promoting inclusivity, amplifying student voices, and creating a vibrant inter-campus community. I aimed to address your concerns, enhance academic support services,...

NANS PRESIDENT APPOINTS COMRADE MADAKI T. NOAH AS MEMBER NANS NATIONAL MEDIA AND PUBLICITY COMMITTEE.

The leadership of Revolutionary NANS President Comrade Asefon Sunday Dayo has appointed Comrade Madaki Thomas Noah a student of Kogi State Polytechnic as member of the NANS National media and publicity Committee.

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