Category: Security
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SEA PIRATES FOILED: POLICE, EFCC RESCUE ABDUCTED PASSENGERS
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force and Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have rescued 14 passengers abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways. Police spokesperson Timfon John said the breakthrough came after intelligence-led operations and sustained pressure on criminal groups operating in the maritime corridor. All victims were rescued unharmed and are currently receiving…
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NEW DELTA CP MOVES TO BOOST POLICE–MILITARY SYNERGY
The newly deployed Delta Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, has hit the ground running, calling for deeper collaboration between security agencies to tackle crime more effectively. During a strategic visit to the 63 Brigade Nigerian Army operating under Operation DELTA SAFE, Oyeniyi stressed that intelligence sharing and joint operations are critical—especially in the state’s riverine…
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LAGOS TASKFORCE DEBUNKS VIRAL “TRAVEL GUIDE” CLAIMS
The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit has dismissed a viral post claiming its operatives are arresting motorists around Sheraton Link Bridge and Toyin Street. Spokesperson Abdulraheem Gbadeyan described the report as false and malicious, insisting the agency is not carrying out traffic enforcement. According to him, the Taskforce has stayed off traffic duties…
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DISASTER AVERTED: POLICE RECOVER EXPLOSIVES IN A’IBOM CUSTODIAL CENTRE
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recovered dangerous explosive materials inside the Ikot Ekpene Custodial Centre, preventing what officials say could have been a major disaster. Police spokesperson Timfom John said the operation followed credible intelligence from correctional authorities. Acting on the tip-off, Commissioner of Police Baba Azare deployed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)…
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MILITARY PUSHES TEAMWORK, STRIKES TERROR HIDEOUTS IN NORTH
The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to inter-agency collaboration, with 8 Division GOC Bemgba Koughna stressing that teamwork is key to tackling insecurity in the North-West. Speaking during a study tour by the Air Force War College, he highlighted ongoing operations like Operation FANSAN YAMMA as critical to restoring peace. At the same time,…
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POLICE ALERT: POS OPERATORS TARGETED IN MULTI-MILLION NAIRA FRAUD
The Kwara State Police Command has warned POS operators to stay alert as fraud syndicates step up schemes involving huge cash transfers. According to police, scammers approach agents with requests to process millions—offering small commissions to make it look legit. But behind the scenes, the transactions are tied to organised financial crimes. The danger? Many…
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POLICE CRACK CULT ROBBERY GANG IN ILORIN, GUN RECOVERED
The Kwara State Police Command has busted a cult-linked robbery ring in Ilorin, arresting two suspects and recovering a firearm. The suspects—Abdulazeez Isiaq aka “Pumpin” and Rilwan Mohammed—were picked up after a robbery at Kabba Kajola Junction in the Amoyo area. Police say victims were dragged into an uncompleted building used as a hideout, threatened,…
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FIX SECURITY, FIX INVESTMENT: EXPERT URGES EDO TO ACT FAST
A Germany-based security expert, Godwin Ogbebor, is calling on the Edo State Government to step up security to attract investment and protect lives. Speaking in Benin City, Ogbebor said many indigenes abroad are hesitant to invest back home due to rising insecurity. Through his Food, Education, Shelter and Security Foundation, he has proposed a community-based…
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JOB SCAM TURNS KIDNAP TRAP: POLICE RESCUE VICTIM, ARREST SUSPECT IN ENUGU
The Enugu State Police Command has rescued a kidnap victim and arrested a 27-year-old suspect linked to a job scam-turned-kidnap syndicate. Police say victims were lured online with fake job offers, then directed to meet in Eke Obinagu, Emene before being taken to a hideout in Akpuoga Nike, where they were held and forced to…
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WHITE HOUSE DINNER SHOOTING SCARE: TRUMP ‘LIKELY TARGET’ AS SUSPECT ARRESTED
A glamorous political dinner turned into panic in Washington after gunshots outside the White House Correspondents’ event forced a rush evacuation of President Trump and top officials. U.S. officials say President Donald Trump was likely the target of a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner venue in Washington on Saturday night. Authorities say…
