State Police Will Strengthen Community Security, Improve Intelligence – IGP Disu

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has expressed confidence that the proposed establishment of state police across Nigeria could transform the country’s security architecture by bringing law enforcement closer to local communities and strengthening intelligence gathering. Speaking during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) while attending the United Nations Chiefs of […]

Oyo School Kidnap Victims Freed After Weeks in Captivity as Military Confirms Security Personnel Killed During Rescue Mission

More than seven weeks after dozens of schoolchildren and their teachers were abducted in Oyo State, Nigerian security agencies have confirmed the successful rescue of all 44 victims following an extensive multi-agency operation that also resulted in casualties among security personnel. The military disclosed on Saturday that members of the security forces lost their lives […]

IGP Warns Against Election Violence as Osun Records Over 20 Killings Ahead of Governorship Poll

As political activities intensify ahead of the upcoming governorship election in Osun State, Nigeria’s police leadership has expressed concern over escalating violence, warning that the electoral process must not be allowed to descend into bloodshed. The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, visited Osun State on Friday to assess the security situation and meet with […]

Edo Government Demolishes Uromi Property Over Alleged Links to Cultism, Ritual Investigation

The Edo State Government has intensified its fight against criminal activities after demolishing a property in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area, following allegations that the building was connected to cult-related activities and a suspected ritual case. The demolition was carried out as part of the state’s ongoing security operation, known as “Operation Flush Out […]

Police Eliminate Five Suspected Kidnappers in Ogun, Rescue Victims Unharmed

Swift Police Action Neutralizes Kidnappers Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway In a decisive operation, the Ogun State Police Command has successfully neutralized five suspected kidnappers along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, ensuring the safe rescue of three abducted victims. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed this development in a statement issued from Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. […]

Nigeria Police Debunks Claims of Recruiting Visually Impaired Constable

The Nigeria Police Force has debunked viral claims about recruiting a visually impaired constable, clarifying that the officer in question sustained an injury in the line of duty. NPF Clarifies Recruitment Standards Amid Social Media Misinformation The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has firmly denied reports suggesting that a visually impaired officer was included in the […]

I’m Available: Omoyele Sowore Reacts as Police Allegedly Seek His Arrest

Omoyele Sowore reacts to reports of a police search for him following a viral video. Read about the incident, his response, and public reactions. IntroductionPopular activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, has responded to reports suggesting that the Nigeria Police Force has initiated a search for him. The controversy stems from a viral video Sowore shared […]

Police Uncover Illegal Weapons Factory, Arrest Suspects, and Recover Arms

The Nigeria Police Force has successfully dismantled an illegal weapons manufacturing operation in Benue State and made several key arrests. The operation highlights the police’s commitment to combating crime and enhancing public safety nationwide. Illegal Weapons Factory Discovered in Benue State A well-planned operation by police operatives led to the discovery of an illegal weapons […]

Christmas Day Crime Crackdown: Police Arrest 22 Suspected Criminals, Recover Weapons

The Nigeria Police Force made significant strides in maintaining public safety during Christmas celebrations by apprehending 22 suspected criminals, including armed robbers, kidnappers, and cultists, across various states in the country. The operation also led to the recovery of dangerous weapons and disrupted criminal activities targeting fun-seekers during the festive season. Christmas Day Arrests in […]

Nigeria Police Achievements in 2024: Over 30,000 Arrests, Nearly 2,000 Firearms Recovered

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has reported significant progress in combating crime nationwide in 2024. According to the Force, a total of 30,313 suspects were arrested for various criminal activities, while 1,984 firearms and 23,250 rounds of ammunition were successfully recovered. Additionally, 1,581 kidnapped victims were rescued across the country. This update was shared by […]

Nigerian Police Accused of Robbery Instead of Protection – Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, has criticized the Nigeria Police for allegedly exploiting citizens rather than safeguarding them, as reported by The Niche. Badenoch shared her experience in an interview with a British journalist who asked if she trusted the UK police. Comparing her encounters, she highlighted a stark contrast between Nigeria’s […]

Nigeria: Justice for Offa Bank Robbers

In a significant victory for justice, the perpetrators of the deadly bank robbery in Offa, Kwara State, on April 5, 2018, have been arrested, prosecuted, and sentenced. The robbery was marked by extreme violence, with the criminals using explosives to break into bank vaults and committing mass murder, leaving 32 victims, including nine police officers […]