Senator Eteng Williams has dismissed speculation that he has withdrawn from the 2027 race for the Cross River Central Senatorial District seat, maintaining that he remains firmly in contention under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Williams, who is seeking re-election for a second term, described reports suggesting he had stepped down as false and misleading. Speaking on Monday in Mkpani , Yakurr Local Government Area , the senator said he was reacting to rumours circulating across Cross River State alleging that he had backed out of the contest. According to him, such claims do not represent his position or political ambition. Williams expressed strong confidence in both securing the APC ticket and emerging victorious in the general election. “I am confident of winning the election eventually. Nothing can stop my victory,” he declared. He said he had engaged in wide consultations with stakeholders and constituents, adding that the overwhelming support he enjoys is visible...
Nigeria has intensified diplomatic efforts to secure global backing for its proposed State Police initiative , describing the reform as a strategic step toward tackling insecurity, strengthening public trust, and improving police accountability across the country. Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim , made this known while hosting United Nations Police Advisers in New York, where he outlined President Bola Tinubu ’s commitment to overhauling Nigeria’s policing architecture through decentralisation and institutional reforms. According to Ibrahim, Nigeria’s impressive performance in international peacekeeping and policing missions under the UN framework has further reinforced the Federal Government’s resolve to establish State Police as part of broader security sector reforms. He noted that the proposed policing structure is designed to enhance crime prevention, improve operational efficiency, and ensure more effective deployment of manpow...