In a decisive move to combat rising insecurity, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all police commands across Nigeria to implement a comprehensive strategy to reduce crime by 50 percent in 2025. The directive, issued at the 5th Annual Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Abeokuta, underscores the urgent need for … Read more
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have killed the son of a minister in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and abducted his wife during a violent attack in Mararaba, a Nasarawa State community bordering Abuja. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Monday last week, targeted Pastor Austin Ifeji’s residence. Reports indicate … Read more
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have condemned the invasion of their complex by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force, calling it a “step towards anarchy” and an “abuse of legislative procedure.” The armed security operatives forcibly entered the Assembly premises on Monday morning, taking control … Read more
Security operatives in Adamawa have apprehended three individuals allegedly involved in the vandalism and theft of transformer cables in Wuro Dole, Girei Local Government Area. The suspects, identified as Rabiu Ali (28), Muhammad Musa (42), and Abubakar Usman (18), were arrested following credible intelligence that linked them to the crime. The police command spokesperson, Suleiman … Read more
Police operatives in Imo State have arrested a suspected child trafficker, Onyinyechi Emeka, a 40-year-old woman intercepted during a stop-and-search operation in Okigwe. The arrest, which took place on February 7, led to the rescue of a five-year-old boy who had been reported missing in Abia State. The police spokesperson, Henry Okoye, confirmed the development, … Read more
The Kogi State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers, identified as Mohammed Chelim and Oneh Mohammed, during a routine enforcement of Third-Party Insurance along Harbour Bay-EGUME Road. This operation was carried out in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to ensure compliance with insurance regulations and … Read more
In a groundbreaking development that has captured the attention of both the public and the political community, the Police Service Commission (PSC) has issued an order for the immediate retirement of senior police officers who have surpassed the age of 60 or have served for more than 35 years. This dramatic move was made during … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has presented a strong argument against granting bail to activist and politician Omoyele Sowore, urging the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court to reject his application. The police claim that allowing Sowore to be released on bail could undermine the trial, citing concerns that he might flee the country or … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command on Tuesday officially welcomed 112 newly recruited police officers who recently completed their training at the Police Training School in Niger State. These officers are part of the 10,000 recruits who successfully passed out on January 23, 2025, marking a significant step in the effort to enhance law … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arrested one of its officers seen in a viral video involved in the abuse of Nigeria’s local currency, the naira. In the video, which gained widespread attention, the officer was filmed alongside a businessman, identified as Chief Okoya, during the incident where the naira was mishandled. The footage, shared … Read more