The Abia State Government has announced a tougher approach to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes, with Governor Alex Otti warning that uncompleted buildings found to be used as criminal hideouts will face demolition. Speaking during his monthly media briefing on Thursday, the governor said the administration has intensified security surveillance across the state, particularly […]
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Akwa Ibom State has strongly denied allegations circulating online accusing its leadership of financial misconduct, economic sabotage, staff victimisation and poor collaboration with other security agencies. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the command described the allegations as baseless and misleading, insisting that the claims do […]
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For five travelers heading to different destinations across Nigeria, what began as ordinary road trips ended in one of the most terrifying experiences of their lives. Ambushed by armed kidnappers along the Ogbere section of the Sagamu-Benin Expressway in Ogun State, the victims say they had already accepted death before a dramatic police operation brought […]
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President Tinubu, through Vice President Shettima, expresses deep concern over the frequent tanker explosions in Nigeria. Learn about the government’s commitment to preventing such tragedies and supporting victims in Enugu State. Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is deeply troubled by the alarming frequency of tanker explosions across public roads […]
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A daring incident unfolded in Germany when a Hungarian man survived clinging to the exterior of a high-speed Intercity Express (ICE) train, reaching speeds of up to 282 kilometers per hour (172 miles per hour). The 40-year-old Hungarian had taken a cigarette break on a Bavarian train platform when the train doors shut, leaving him […]
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The Abia State Police Commissioner has disbanded the Anti-Cultism Unit over unprofessional conduct and demoted Officer Ebuka Okonkwo for public incivility. The Abia State Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, has officially disbanded the Anti-Cultism Unit of the command due to cases of unprofessional behavior and mistreatment of the public. According to a press release issued […]
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Traditional rulers in Southern Nigeria have called on both the government and citizens to leverage the lessons learned from the challenges of 2024 in order to accelerate the country’s economic recovery. The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC) expressed cautious optimism about Nigeria’s prospects for a brighter and more prosperous 2025. In a statement titled […]
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In a remarkable show of bravery, the Katsina State Police Command successfully prevented a kidnapping attempt involving 10 passengers at Kwanar Makera, Jibia Local Government Area. This heroic act occurred on December 24, as armed bandits attacked a commercial vehicle along the Katsina-Magama-Jibia road. Swift Police InterventionAccording to ASP Abubakar Aliyu, the command’s spokesperson, the […]
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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 […]
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The Oyo State Police Command has paraded 15 suspected cultists and armed robbers, showcasing their commitment to tackling criminal activities across the state. The announcement was made on Monday by the Commissioner of Police, Ayodele Sonubi, at the command’s headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan. Weapons and Evidence Recovered The police recovered a range of dangerous weapons, […]
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has issued a ban on firecrackers, also known as “knockouts,” for the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations to ensure public safety. In a statement, SP Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer, explained that the ban aims to protect lives and property during the festive period. CP Olatunji […]
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On Saturday, December 7, 2024, the Katsina State Police Command successfully prevented two kidnapping attempts, rescuing a total of 20 victims across two incidents. First Kidnapping Attempt Thwarted in Jibia At approximately 7:00 p.m., police officers responded swiftly to a distress call from the Katsina–Magamar Jibia road in Jibia Local Government Area. A group of […]
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The Katsina Police Command successfully foiled two separate kidnap attempts in the Jibia and Faskari areas of the state, rescuing a total of 20 victims. Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, briefed the press on Sunday, providing details of the incidents. The first incident occurred on December 7, 2024, around 7:00 PM at Kwanar […]
