Category: Security
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KOGI DISTRICT HEAD OF BAGAJI ADO ABDUCTED BY UNKNOWN GUNMEN
Security forces launch manhunt as traditional ruler is kidnapped amid rising bandit attacks. The Kogi Police confirmed the abduction of Mr. David Wada, District Head of Bagaji Ado, during an ambush on his way from a council meeting. Rapid response teams, including vigilantes and hunters, are combing nearby forests for his safe rescue. No contact…
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KWARA GOV ABULRAZAQ COMMENDS SECURITY FORCES AMID INTENSIFIED CRACKDOWN
United front in Kwara fights crime as governor praises operatives and calls for community vigilance. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq lauded Kwara security agencies for their relentless efforts during a high-level council meeting in Ilorin, highlighting arrests and arms seizures. He urged residents to support by sharing intelligence, underscoring that security is a shared responsibility between government…
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NIGERIAN ARMY THWARTS TERROR ATTACKS, REBELS 14 KIDNAPPING VICTIMS IN 24 HOURS
Troops intensify operations nationwide, delivering key blows to terrorists and rescuing hostages. In the last 24 hours, Nigerian Army troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA and Whirl Stroke rescued 14 kidnapped victims across Katsina, Zamfara, and Nasarawa. They also arrested multiple terror suspects, impostors, and illegal fuel dealers, seizing arms, explosives, and cash. Joint operations with…
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FRENCH POLICE ARREST TRAVELLER WITH €10M LUXURY JEWELLERY HIDDEN IN UNDERWEAR
Paris police nab man with high-value stolen jewellery stash at Gare de Lyon station. French authorities detained a man and an accomplice, both known to police, after discovering €10 million worth of luxury jewellery concealed in underwear during a routine check at Paris’s Gare de Lyon. The haul included a €5 million necklace, earrings over…
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APAPA CUSTOMS RAISES N215BN IN AUGUST DESPITE UCMS GLITCHES
Homegrown B’Odogwu platform powers record revenue, signalling a trade system breakthrough. Nigeria Customs Service’s Apapa Command generated N215 billion in August using the new Unified Customs Management System (B’Odogwu), despite network challenges. Comptroller Babatunde Olomu praised stakeholder confidence and resilience, assuring ongoing improvements to make the system a reliable trade facilitation tool that will boost…
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OYO POLICE CRACKDOWN ON SURGE IN LAND GRABBING
Rising land disputes threaten peace in Oyo, police pledge tough action against offenders. Oyo State Police warn of escalating land grabbing in Ibadan and beyond, linking it to violence and rights violations. CSP Adewale Osifeso assures collaboration with the government to enforce the law and urges residents to resolve conflicts legally. The police call for…
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FRSC OGUN WARNS MOTORISTS TO SLOW DOWN DURING EMBER MONTHS
Speed thrills but kills—FRSC urges caution to prevent road crashes this festive season. Mr. Nasir Mohammed of FRSC Ogun Command advises drivers on Sagamu-Ore-Benin Expressway to reduce speed, avoid reckless driving, night travel, and drunk-driving during the ember months. The FRSC pledges increased patrols and public education to promote road safety and curb avoidable accidents.
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CRIME JOURNALISTS MOURN FORMER IGP SOLOMON ARASE
Former IGP Solomon Arase remembered as visionary reformer and steadfast ally of crime reporters. The Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN) expressed deep sorrow over Arase’s passing, praising his humility, support, and mentorship to journalists covering security beats. CRAN President Olalekan Olabulo highlighted Arase’s consistent engagement with the media and his commitment to professionalism and…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS FORMER I-G SOLOMON ARASE
Nigeria loses a policing titan whose reforms and dedication shaped national security for decades. President Bola Tinubu expressed deep sadness over the death of former Inspector-General of Police Solomon Arase at 69. Praising Arase’s transformative leadership and key initiatives like the Intelligence Response Team and Safer Highway Patrols, Tinubu highlighted his decades of service from…
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INSPIRED LEADER, LASTING LEGACY: SALUTING SOLOMON EHIGIATOR ARASE
Solomon Ehigiator Arase was more than just a police officer; he was a visionary who reshaped Nigerian policing and empowered generations. His journey from a disciplined youth in Edo State to Nigeria’s 18th Inspector-General of Police is a story of dedication, reform, and relentless service.Born in 1956, Arase’s commitment to education laid the groundwork for his impactful career. Armed with degrees in Political Science, Law, and advanced military studies, he was ready to…
