The Federal Capital Territory may remain outside Nigeria’s emerging state police framework because Abuja does not have the constitutional institutions that define a state, the Senate has explained. The clarification comes as Nigeria moves towards a major restructuring of its policing system, with the National Assembly having already approved constitutional amendments designed to allow states […]
The Yobe State Police Command has arrested four suspects in separate criminal investigations involving the alleged theft of a goat, assault, criminal conspiracy, and the recovery of stolen building materials worth millions of naira. The latest operations, carried out in Damaturu, highlight ongoing efforts by security agencies in Yobe State to respond quickly to reported […]
The Yobe State Police Command says it has strengthened its fight against crime over the past year, securing 152 convictions and arresting 448 suspects in connection with a wide range of criminal offences across the state. The figures, released during a press briefing in Damaturu by the Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, provide an […]
ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s House of Representatives has intensified its investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) after the Accountant-General of the Federation disclosed that a forged document allegedly bearing the authority of the State House was used to initiate official government processes for the organization. The latest development came during a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]

