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City Boy Movement Hails Historic State Police Bill, Vows Nationwide Mobilisation
Cyril Ogar
The City Boy Movement has welcomed the passage of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) State Police Bill, 2026, by the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, describing it as a historic milestone in Nigeria’s democratic and security evolution.
In a statement Signed Director-General, City Boy Movement National Secretariat, Abuja Hon. Francis Oluwatosin Shoga
The movement noted that the successful passage of all 26 clauses of the landmark legislation represents one of the most far-reaching reforms of Nigeria’s security architecture since the return to democratic governance.
It described the development as a direct response to the longstanding demand of millions of Nigerians—particularly young people—for a policing structure that is community-based, responsive to local realities, and better equipped to protect lives and property across the 36 states of the federation.
The City Boy Movement commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for demonstrating strong political will and urgency in driving the reform. The group noted that from his time as Governor of Lagos State, where he consistently advocated for state policing, to the transmission of the executive bill on June 15 and the Senate’s passage just nine days later, the President has shown exceptional leadership and commitment to meaningful reform.
According to the movement, the President’s actions reaffirm that leadership goes beyond identifying challenges—it requires mobilizing institutions and resources to deliver practical solutions.
The group also praised the leadership of the National Assembly, particularly Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, and all distinguished senators who reconvened during recess to fulfill what it described as a historic constitutional responsibility.
It equally acknowledged the House of Representatives, under the leadership of Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, for the swift and decisive passage of their version of the bill on June 11 with overwhelming support.
However, the City Boy Movement stressed that the legislative journey is not yet complete. It noted that the bill must proceed to a joint conference committee for harmonization before being transmitted to all 36 State Houses of Assembly for ratification.
Describing this next phase as critical, the movement pledged to mobilize its structures and chapters across the six geopolitical zones to advocate for the swift ratification of the constitutional amendment at the state level.
It announced plans to engage governors, state lawmakers, communities, and key civic stakeholders to ensure that the momentum generated at the National Assembly is sustained and that political considerations or bureaucratic delays do not hinder a reform Nigerians have sought for decades.
The movement emphasized that security should never be treated as a partisan issue, noting that it remains the foundation upon which enterprise, education, mobility, and dignity thrive.
The City Boy Movement therefore called on Nigerians, especially young people, to remain actively engaged as the bill enters its final constitutional stage.
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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows
Joel Ajayi
The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.
He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.
According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.
“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.
The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.
“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.
Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.
He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.
He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.
According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.
Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.
He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.
We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.
The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.
He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.
Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.
He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.
“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”
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