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Reps Deputy Speakership: Group drums support for Akinremi
A group within the All Progressives Congress (APC), under the aegis of South West Youth Forum for Good Governance, has thrown its weight behind the lawmaker representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Hon. Musliu Akinremi, to become the Deputy Speaker of the 10th National Assembly.
The group, in a communique issued at the end of its meeting held in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, and made available in Ibadan, said the returning lawmaker is the best person to occupy the office given his antecedents and the need to give Oyo State its due in positions coming to the South West region.
The group in the communique signed by Ogunwale Babafemi, Ogun State; Omiyale David Ayobami, Osun State; Adetunji Oluwaseun Paul, Ekiti State; Adepeju Flora Iwajubu, Ondo State; Setonji Koko, Lagos State and Ajibade Saheed Ayoola, Oyo State, said the position of Deputy National Auditor which is junior was given to Oyo State during the last National Convention of the party, noting that it is incumbent that the office of Deputy Speaker should be ceded to the state.
It maintained that out of the candidates vying for the office, Akinremi is the best as he possesses the requisite competence, capacity, and character to provide the needed stability for the House of Representatives and is a member of the National Caretaker Committee of the party.
It added that as an experienced leader who is emotionally intelligent to provide leadership and stability for the House, he has succeeded in delivering the dividends of democracy to his constituents in Ibadan North, stating that within the last four years, Akinremi has become ‘Governor of Ibadan North.’
The group specifically called on the president-elect, National Chairman and other leaders of the party as well as members of the House of Representatives to do everything possible to zone the office of Deputy Speaker to Oyo State and support Akinremi, insisting that if he is elected as Deputy Speaker he would be a round peg in a round hole.
The communique read in part, “It is important that the office of Deputy Speaker be zoned to Oyo State as it was not given a lesser position during the last convention of the party.
“To us, we believe that the House of Representatives must be led by people like Hon. Musliu Akinremi, who are men of character, impeccable antecedents and unbroken experience in managing human resources at a very high level and have used their positions to deliver the dividends of democracy to the people.
“We, therefore, urge the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) led by the president-elect, the National Chairman and all members-elect for the 10th House of Representatives to rally around Akinremi and support his emergence as the Deputy Speaker.”
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The notice was presented yesterday during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action follows Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dala said the allegations stem from Abdussalam’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government (2023–2024) and his current role as deputy governor. He accused the deputy governor of diverting funds meant for the 44 local government councils.
According to the majority leader, Abdussalam allegedly received N1.5 million monthly from each council between June 2023 and January 2024, totaling N462 million. Between February and July 2024, he allegedly collected N3.255 million monthly from each council under the guise of special assignments, amounting to N726 million.
Dala also accused the deputy governor of abuse of office, claiming he facilitated payments of N10 million from each council to NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, totaling N440 million, in violation of state procurement laws.
“The misuse of official capacity to confer undue advantage constitutes abuse of power and undermines public trust,” Dala told lawmakers, adding that the allegations amount to gross misconduct under the Constitution.
The impeachment notice was reportedly endorsed by 38 lawmakers, meeting the constitutional threshold to proceed. The Speaker has acknowledged receipt, and the House is expected to serve the allegations on the deputy governor.
If approved, a panel may be constituted by the state Chief Judge to investigate the claims.
As of filing, Abdussalam had yet to respond publicly to the allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated a seven-member committee on the establishment of state police, giving it four weeks to submit its report.
The inauguration was held during his maiden conference with senior police officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Charging members of the panel to discharge their duties with professionalism and objectivity, Disu described the assignment as “both significant and timely,” noting that it would shape the framework through which state policing may operate in Nigeria.
“In carrying out this assignment, your deliberations must be guided by professionalism, objectivity, and a clear appreciation of the unique complexities of policing a diverse nation such as our own,” the IGP said.
He stated that if properly designed and effectively implemented, state policing holds significant potential benefits for the country.
“By bringing law enforcement closer to communities, state police institutions can deepen local knowledge of security dynamics and enable quicker and more targeted responses to emerging threats,” he added.
The committee is expected to review existing policing models within and outside Nigeria, assess community security needs and emerging risks, and propose an operational framework for the establishment and coordination of state police structures.
It will also address issues relating to recruitment, training, standards and resource allocation, as well as develop accountability and oversight mechanisms to ensure professionalism and public trust.
The panel is chaired by Olu Ogunsakin, with Bode Ojajuni as secretary. Other members are Emmanuel Ojukwu, Okebechi Agora, Suleyman Gulma, Ikechukwu Okafor and Tolulope Ipinmisho.
Disu said the committee had about four weeks to conclude its assignment and submit a comprehensive report.
The move marks one of the first major steps taken by the new police chief since his appointment and confirmation a few days ago.
The development comes amid rising security concerns across the country, with several stakeholders advocating state policing as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier asked the National Assembly to commence the process of amending relevant laws to pave the way for the creation of state police.
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Olatunji Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
Disu took the oath of office at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
The President also administered the oath of office to six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and two commissioners of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC).
The ceremonies were witnessed by ministers, senior government officials and family members of the appointees.
The council meeting began shortly after the swearing-in.
In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs EsthMrs.Walson-Jack.
Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, by President Tinubu, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
His appointment was subsequently endorsed by the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).
The former Assistant Inspector-General of Police assumed office last Wednesday.
He previously served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, after his promotion to the rank last year.
A former head of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Disu has pledged to deliver accountable, modern and professional policing.
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