AU URGES DE-ESCALATION AS FIGHTING DISPLACES OVER 180,000 IN SOUTH SUDAN’S JONGLEI STATE. (PHOTO).

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 AU urges de-escalation as fighting displaces over 180,000 in South Sudan’s Jonglei state The Chairperson of the African Union Commission called for immediate de-escalation and strict adherence to South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement, as renewed fighting in Jonglei State displaced more than 180,000 people and raised fears of further civilian harm. In a statement, African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said he was deeply concerned by the deteriorating security situation in parts of the country, particularly Jonglei, where escalating violence and inflammatory rhetoric have put civilians—including women and children—at heightened risk. South Sudanese authorities estimate the number of displaced in Jonglei at more than 180,000, the United Nations humanitarian agency OCHA said last week. He urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint, de-escalate tensions immediately, and comply fully with the permanent ceasefire and power-sharing arrangements under the agreement, T...

NIGERIA POLICE FORCE CONGRATULATES RETIRED CP FATAI OWOSENI ON HIS CONFERMENT AS ATUNLUSE-ILU ADINI OF OYO STATE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


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NIGERIA POLICE FORCE CONGRATULATES RETIRED CP FATAI OWOSENI ON HIS CONFERMENT AS ATUNLUSE-ILU ADINI OF OYO STATE


The Nigeria Police Force warmly congratulates CP Fatai A. Owoseni (Rtd), an eminent retired Police Officer, security expert, and community leader, on his conferment with the prestigious title of Atunluse-Ilu Adini of Oyo State by the Chief Imam of Ibadan and the League of Imams and Alfas of Oyo State. The honour, in recognition of his enduring service to the nation and contributions to peace and security, will be cherished as a confirmation of his exemplary leadership, dedication to community development, and firm commitment to the values of integrity and service.


CP Owoseni’s career spans over 35 years of distinguished service in the Nigeria Police Force, rising through the ranks to attain the esteemed position of Commissioner of Police. His tenure encompassed leadership roles in multiple state commands, formations and departments, including Lagos and Benue State Commands, the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), and the Department of Operations, Force Headquarters, Abuja. Beyond his national contributions, he served with distinction in United Nations peacekeeping missions, including assignments in Darfur, Sudan, and Angola, where he provided strategic advice on policing, security sector management, and transitional operations.


A scholar and expert, CP Owoseni holds a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies (Security Sector Management) from the University of Ibadan, a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies and Diplomacy from the University of Benin, and has undergone extensive international professional training in security, emergency management, and conflict resolution. In retirement, he continues to shape public safety and policy as Special Adviser on Security and Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund, security consultant to JAMB, principal partner at HK-George Consults Limited, and founder of the Ayesha-Nihinlola Foundation, through which he champions educational and social initiatives for vulnerable communities.


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force, congratulates retired CP Fatai A. Owoseni on this remarkable recognition and wishes him continued good health, more fulfilments, and lasting impact in service to the people of Oyo State and Nigeria.


CSP BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, anipr, mipra,

FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,

FORCE HEADQUARTERS, 

ABUJA.

17th January, 2026

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