Tijani Fatai has officially assumed office as the 42nd Commissioner of Police for Lagos State Command.

His appointment was confirmed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Command, Ikeja, Abimbola Adebisi.

He takes over from Olohundare Jimoh, who served as the 41st Commissioner of Police from February 18, 2025, to March 26, 2026.

Fatai, a native of Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State, attended Anwar-ul-Islam College, Agege, between 1979 and 1984.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Ogun State University, now Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye.

He enlisted in the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police on June 10, 1994 and has held several strategic positions across the country.

Prior to his latest posting, he served as Commissioner of Police, Eastern Port, Port Harcourt.

His previous assignments include Deputy Commissioner of Police in the Department of Operations at the Maritime Force Headquarters Annex, Lagos, and at the Lagos State Command Headquarters, Ikeja.

He also served as Assistant Commissioner of Police in the Department of Finance and Administration, Zone 2 Command, Onikan, Lagos.

Other roles held by the new commissioner include Area Commander in Ilaro, Ogun State; Maiduguri Metro, Borno State; and Area C, Surulere, Lagos. He also served as Squadron Commander of 5 Police Mobile Force (PMF) in Benin, Edo State, and 17 PMF in Akure, Ondo State.

Additionally, he was Officer-in-Charge of the Homicide Section at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Lagos, and Divisional Police Officer in Ogere, Ogun State, as well as Ijanikin and Alakara in Lagos State.

Fatai is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police.

According to the statement, his “track record of leadership, professionalism, and dedication to duty underscores his preparedness to steer the affairs of the Lagos State Police Command effectively.”

The new Commissioner of Police reassured stakeholders and residents of his commitment to consolidating ongoing reforms, enhancing internal security, strengthening inter-agency collaboration, and fostering community partnerships.

He also pledged to advance the mandate of protecting lives and property in line with global best practices.

“The Lagos State Police Command therefore, solicits the continued support and cooperation of the public as the new leadership works to deepen professionalism, discipline, and service delivery,” the statement added.

Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has insisted that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains a formidable political force despite ongoing internal crises.

Saraki made the remarks on Thursday while speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he dismissed claims that the opposition party had lost relevance.

Responding to insinuations that the PDP is “dead and buried”, Saraki said such perceptions are largely driven by elite political disagreements rather than the reality at the grassroots.

“When you stay here in Abuja, you might say that because of the noise that comes out from the leaders having their disagreement. But when you go out to the states, and you go into the grassroots in different states, you’ll find that PDP is still very, very strong,” he said.

Using Kwara State as an example, the former governor explained that feedback from party stakeholders and grassroots members continues to reflect strong loyalty to the PDP.

“People still have this love and this affiliation for PDP… So yes, there is a lot of noise. But across the country, PDP is still a household name. Is it sellable? It is sellable, very sellable, not only in Kwara, but across the board,” he added.

On internal party matters, Saraki disclosed that although he initially opposed the PDP convention held in Ibadan, he later allowed delegates from Kwara State to participate after assurances that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) would be present to ensure legitimacy.

He, however, noted that the commission did not attend, stressing that the exercise ought to have been halted under such circumstances. Saraki maintained that his position was guided by principle and the need to uphold due process within the party.

The former Senate President also dismissed rumours suggesting he was considering defection to the All Progressives Congress or other political platforms, reaffirming his commitment to the PDP. He explained that his recent low profile was due to his decision not to contest in upcoming elections, rather than any loss of interest in party affairs.

Saraki further confirmed his intention to attend the party’s forthcoming national convention and urged members to do the same in a bid to strengthen internal cohesion.

Looking ahead to the 2027 general elections, he advocated for an inclusive and balanced approach to leadership selection within the party. According to him, the PDP presidential ticket should be zoned to the South, while the national chairman position should be allocated to the North-Central region to ensure equity.

He acknowledged that the party’s current challenges have set it back but expressed optimism that the crisis could ultimately strengthen its prospects if properly managed. Saraki also warned against the dangers of a one-party state, noting that a strong opposition remains vital to Nigeria’s democracy.

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for premium motor spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, to ₦1,200 per litre.

Disclosing this in a statement sighted by Channels Television on Friday, the spokesperson for the Dangote Group, Anthony Chiejina, said the refinery pegged its coastal price at ₦1,153 per litre, a development expected to reshape fuel supply costs across Nigeria’s downstream distribution chain.

According to him, the price adjustment represents a downward review in the refinery’s pricing template.

This comes at a time of heightened uncertainty in the global oil market, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

“Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for petrol to ₦1,200 per litre and its coastal price to ₦1,153 per litre, a move that comes amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East that continue to influence global oil markets.

“The adjustment marks a downward review in the refinery’s pricing structure and is expected to influence fuel supply costs across distribution channels, including depots and retail outlets,” Chiejina stated.

The price drop reflects a decrease of ₦75 from the previous rate of ₦1,275 per litre.

The refinery had recently increased its petrol price from ₦1,175 per litre to ₦1,245 per litre.

Chiejina maintained that the “price adjustment represents a downward review in the refinery’s ex-depot pricing and is expected to ripple across Nigeria’s downstream sector, potentially easing supply costs for marketers and influencing pump prices at retail outlets.

He added that lower ex-depot prices typically translate into reduced pump prices.”

The spokesman expressed worry that the “Middle East crisis has introduced renewed uncertainty into global oil markets, affecting shipping routes, insurance premiums, and supply chains”.

“For Nigeria, the presence of large-scale local refining capacity is increasingly seen as a stabilising factor, offering some insulation from external shocks even as global market pressures persist,” he added.

With the new ₦1,200 per litre rate, marketers are expected to recalibrate their landing costs, especially those sourcing locally instead of importing.

Similarly, the coastal price of ₦1,153 per litre is expected to affect marine deliveries to coastal depots, providing an alternative supply route for distributors operating in southern corridors.