UK Releases Thousands Of Prisoners To Relieve Congestion.

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1 year ago

September 10, 2024

Thousands of prisoners in British jails were set to be released early on Tuesday as part of a government effort to alleviate overcrowding.

According to recently disclosed numbers, England and Wales’ prison population has reached its all-time high.

However, due to concerns about recidivism, the government stipulated that no violent felons or domestic abusers be eligible for early release.

Report says, it was “a difficult decision” to release the 1,700 detainees.

Downing Street stated that the approach was necessary to prevent “unchecked criminality,” in which newly convicted offenders were spared jail sentences because there were no spots available.

Reynolds blamed the previous Conservative government, which was defeated in July, saying the decision “should have been made prior to the election” but that it “had given up on governing”.

“Of all the scandals we inherited, I think the prison system, the justice system, is probably the worst of all,” he told reporters.

Martin Jones, Chief Inspector of Probation, told BBC Radio that jails were under “extreme” pressure.

“It’s the highest population we’ve ever seen in this country. Prisons are absolutely close to 100 percent capacity.

“My understanding, as of yesterday there is a couple of 100 spaces remaining.”

Jones warned that it was a “certainty that some will reoffend”, highlighting that around a third of people released from prison each year go on to commit further offences within a year.

Reynolds insisted that “no violent offenders, no domestic abusers will be eligible” for early release, adding that “we’ve put those greater protections in place”.

The prison population has swollen in recent months by those convicted of taking part in anti-immigration riots across England.

The government has said those involved in the unrest would not be excluded from the early release plans.

Trump’s Security Doctrine Offers Lessons for Nigeria

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1 day ago

January 19, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Omoniyi David

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s security strategy combined military strength, unpredictability, and transactional diplomacy, prioritising national interest over multilateralism.

Trump’s approach projected deterrence through modernised forces and readiness to act, sending a clear message to adversaries.

For Nigeria, the lesson is not military replication but restoring confidence in state authority, ensuring security agencies are equipped, motivated, and coordinated to contain terrorists, bandits, and separatist militias.

His transactional diplomacy also underscores the importance of pragmatic partnerships that deliver tangible security benefits, a model Nigeria could adapt to strengthen both internal security and regional cooperation.

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US Boosts Nigeria’s Anti Terror Efforts with Military Supplies

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6 days ago

January 14, 2026

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By Onyeanya Ebere Immaculata

The United States has delivered new military supplies to Nigeria to support ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and other security threats.
The United States Africa Command confirmed the delivery in a statement posted on its X handle on Tuesday, saying the supplies were handed over to Nigerian authorities in Abuja as part of sustained bilateral security cooperation.
“U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja to support ongoing operations and strengthen our shared security partnership,” AFRICOM said.
The support comes amid increased collaboration between Nigeria and international partners to address terrorism and violent extremism. In November 2025, President Bola Tinubu’s administration formally requested military assistance from the United States to tackle rising insecurity, a move disclosed by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga.
Following the request, a joint airstrike was conducted on December 25, 2025, targeting terrorist positions in the North West. The Federal Government later confirmed that the operation was part of ongoing intelligence and security cooperation with the United States.
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the country remains committed to structured security partnerships, including intelligence sharing and strategic coordination, in line with international law and national sovereignty.
U.S. Congressman Riley Moore described the airstrikes as a decisive step toward addressing Nigeria’s security challenges.

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Tinubu Arrives UAE for Global Sustainability Summit

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1 week ago

January 12, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Olokuta Rofiat

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, ahead of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week summit, a major global forum on sustainable development, climate action and renewable energy.

The President arrived late Sunday night and was received by the UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan.

His visit follows an invitation from the UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to participate in the week-long summit holding from January 12 to 18.

The summit, themed “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go,” will bring together world leaders, policymakers and industry experts to advance sustainability goals and promote climate-resilient economic growth.

President Tinubu is attending with senior government officials, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Nigeria’s participation is expected to focus on energy innovation, renewable financing and inclusive economic development.

The President is expected to return to Nigeria after the summit.