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Tijani Fatai Assumes Office as Lagos Police Commissioner
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.
International News
School Strike ‘Calculated’ Assault By US – Iran
In a video address to the United Nations Human Rights Council, Abbas Araghchi slammed the “calculated, phased assault” on an elementary school “in the city of Minab, south of Iran, where more than 175 students and teachers were slaughtered in cold blood”.
The attack happened on February 28, the day the United States and Israel launched the war with attacks across Iran, with Tehran in turn striking targets in Israel and Gulf nations.
A US Tomahawk cruise missile hit the school due to a targeting mistake, according to the preliminary findings of a US military investigation reported by The New York Times.
The Times said the US military was bombing an adjacent Iranian base of which the school building was formerly a part and target coordinates were set using outdated data.
President Donald Trump intially suggested that Iran itself may have been responsible — despite Iran not having Tomahawk missiles.
Speaking during an urgent council debate focused on the February 28 strike, Araghchi stressed that “at a time when the American-Israeli aggressors, in their own assertions, possess the most advanced technologies, and the highest-precision military and data systems, no one can believe that the attack on the school was anything other than deliberate and intentional”.
The strike, he said, “was a war crime and a crime against humanity, one that demands unequivocal condemnation by all and unambiguous accountability for the culprits”
“This atrocity cannot be justified, cannot be concealed, and must not be met with silence and indifference,” the minister said.
The attack, he insisted, “was not a mere ‘incident’ nor a ‘miscalculation’.”
“The United States’ contradictory remarks aimed at justifying their crime could not, in any manner, elude their responsibility,” he said.
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Osimhen Considers Arm Protective Gear Ahead of Return
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is expected to wear an arm guard upon his return following surgery for a fracture.
The 27-year-old forward suffered a hand fracture following a collision with Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté during their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash last week.
Following the incident, Osimhen underwent surgery earlier this week, with his recovery projected to take about six weeks. While he is expected to return to the pitch towards the end of the season, he may need to wear special protective gear on the arm.
Turkish journalist Arda Özkurt revealed this via Winner Galatasary
“If Victor Osimhen’s treatment process progresses as planned, he can wear the jersey with a special protective splint if needed,” Özkurt was quoted.
The striker already wears a protective mask on his eyes, which has become symbolic following a cheekbone surgery in 2021. This specialised device is designed to immobilise the forearm and wrist to support the bone during the healing process. It reduces pain and prevents further damage by restricting unnecessary movement, typically featuring adjustable straps for compression and breathable padding for comfort.
Turkish media reports suggest the Super Eagles striker could return in time for the Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe on April 26 at the earliest, depending on the progress of his rehabilitation. If he returns later than expected, he would likely feature only in the final two league matches—against Antalyaspor at home and Kasımpaşa away.
Osimhen will also hope the club progresses to the final of the Turkish Cup, where they are currently in the quarter-finals with a match-up against Gençlerbirliği.
The forward has tallied 19 goals and seven assists in 29 appearances this season, powering Galatasaray to a four-point advantage in the league, while also contributing seven goals and three assists in 10 UEFA Champions League games before their exit.
International News
Cristiano Ronaldo Set to Join Elite List of Oldest World Cup Players
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America draws closer, football’s ultimate evergreen superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, is set to etch his name among the oldest players ever to grace the tournament, continuing a legacy of age-defying performances that have defined the competition’s rich history.
Ronaldo, who turned 41 on 5 February 2026, has repeatedly confirmed that this summer’s tournament will be his sixth and final World Cup appearance. The Portugal captain, still playing club football for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, has made it clear he intends to lead his nation one last time on the global stage.
Here are some of the world’s oldest players in World Cup history who have graced the global showpiece:
Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, Forward) — 41 years (2026)
Essam El Hadary (Egypt, Goalkeeper) — 45 years (2018 vs Saudi Arabia)
Faryd Mondragón (Colombia, Goalkeeper) — 43 years (2014 vs Japan)
Roger Milla (Cameroon, Forward) — 42 years (1994 vs Russia)
Pat Jennings (Northern Ireland, Goalkeeper) — 41 years (1986 vs Brazil)
Peter Shilton (England, Goalkeeper) — 40 years (1990 vs Italy)
Dino Zoff (Italy, Goalkeeper) — 40 years (1982 vs West Germany, final)
Ali Boumnijel (Tunisia, Goalkeeper) — 40 years (2006 vs Ukraine)
Jim Leighton (Scotland, Goalkeeper) — 39 years (1998 vs Morocco)
Ronaldo’s participation in the 2026 World Cup will not only underline his extraordinary longevity at the top of the game but also place him among an elite group of players whose careers have spanned multiple decades and multiple tournaments.
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