The Katsina State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with the alleged diversion of nutritional food meant for malnutrition intervention programmes in the state. The suspects were arrested following a police operation that led to the recovery of 1,624 sachets of nutritional food reportedly diverted from the approved distribution chain. The recovered products…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the death of popular political commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Danshagamu, who was allegedly attacked with sharp objects at his residence in Gaida Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area of the state. The command disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Public Relations…
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has appealed to Nigerians to exercise restraint when recording police officers on duty, warning that excessive filming could distract and demoralise personnel carrying out their responsibilities. Disu said while Nigerians have the constitutional right to record police officers performing official duties in public spaces, such rights should be exercised…
The Benue State Police Command has arrested 46 suspects in connection with the reported attack on the convoy of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Cletus Nwadiogbu, disclosed the arrests on Wednesday, saying investigations into the incident were still ongoing. According to the…
The Plateau State Police Command has warned individuals and corporate organisations against operating drones without obtaining the necessary approvals, cautioning that violators risk arrest, confiscation of their equipment and prosecution. The Command said the warning was issued as part of efforts to strengthen security, protect critical infrastructure and ensure proper regulation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles,…
The Rivers State Police Command has dismissed three officers linked to the alleged killing of Anthony Obodo, a resident of Port Harcourt and graduate of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT). The Commissioner of Police in the state, Olugbenga Adepoju, announced the dismissal on Wednesday in Port Harcourt while parading the three officers. According to…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 52-year-old Islamic teacher, Jubril Ibrahim, for allegedly preparing charms for suspected kidnappers operating in the Edo North Senatorial District. The suspect was reportedly apprehended by operatives of the command following intelligence linking him to individuals allegedly involved in kidnapping activities in the area. According to the police,…
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force attached to the National Central Bureau of INTERPOL, Lagos Annex, have rescued two Colombian women allegedly held captive by a human trafficking syndicate in Lagos. The victims, identified as Maria Camila Rodas Ortiz and Yuliet Fernanda Rios Mesa, were rescued on Wednesday, August 26, following intelligence received from the…
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunde Disu, has warned Nigerians against jungle justice, declaring that anyone who assaults or kills a suspected criminal through mob action will face murder charges. Disu issued the warning in a viral video while directing police authorities across the country to intensify the fight against extrajudicial killings and mob attacks. The…
The Osun State Police Command has arrested an officer following the accidental discharge of tear gas at a Registration Area Centre (RAC) in Modakeke Ward 10, Ife East Local Government Area, during the ongoing Osun State governorship election. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, August 15, 2026, sparked panic in the area after videos showing…
