Tag: #LawEnforcement
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KINGPIN AND THREE OTHER SUSPECTS ARRESTED DURING A RAID ON AN ILLEGAL MINING SITE IN THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERITORY.
Troops of the 176 Guards Battalion carried out the operation in Dukpa community, Gwagwalada Area Council, after acting on intelligence obtained from previous arrests linked to illegal mining activities. Authorities said the raid led them to the operational base of the suspected syndicate. According to the military, the principal suspect allegedly admitted to sponsoring the…
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RIVERS POLICE BEGIN ENFORCEMENT AGAINST COVERED AND OBSCURED VEHICLE NUMBER PLATES
The Rivers State Police Command has launched a statewide enforcement exercise targeting vehicles with covered, obscured, defaced, unauthorised, or unregistered number plates. According to the command, the operation follows a directive from the Inspector-General of Police and is aimed at strengthening public safety and improving security across the state. Police say the measure is intended…
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CROSS RIVER POLICE: 412 CASES TO COURT, THEFT TOPS CRIME CHART
The Cross River State Police Command says it prosecuted 412 cases between January and December 2025, securing 31 convictions and closing 26 cases. Speaking in Calabar, police spokesperson Sunday Eitokpah revealed that the command recorded 1,142 cases and made 1,390 arrests within the period. Theft and stealing topped the list with 444 cases and 493…
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POLICE, CORRECTIONS JOIN FORCES TO BOOST SECURITY, FIX PRISON OVERCROWDING
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) are pushing for stronger collaboration to improve inmate welfare, intelligence sharing, and overall national security. Speaking in Abuja, NCoS boss Sylvester Nwakuche described both agencies as “twin brothers” in Nigeria’s justice system, stressing that their roles are tightly linked—from arrest to custody. He revealed…
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NEW YOBE CP SETS AGENDA: SMART POLICING, FASTER RESPONSE
New sheriff in town — and he’s bringing brains, speed, and teamwork to the job. Yobe has a new police boss, and he’s thinking strategy over strength. Commissioner of Police Usman Jibrin has unveiled plans to roll out intelligence-driven policing across the state — focusing on smarter operations, faster response times, and tighter security. Speaking…
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NSCDC ARRESTS 20 FOREIGN NATIONALS IN KANO FOR ILLEGAL ENTRY
Kano authorities crack down on undocumented foreigners after intelligence-led operation exposes potential security risks. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Kano State Command has arrested 20 foreign nationals in the Danbare area of Kumbotso LGA for illegal entry. State Commandant Mohammed Hassan-Agalama said the suspects hail from Sudan, Chad, Cameroon, and Niger. They…
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AKWA IBOM POLICE ARREST 7, SEIZE ARMS IN IKONO RAID
A police raid in Ikono uncovers a criminal hideout disguised as a worship centre, leading to arrests and seizure of weapons. The Akwa Ibom Police Command has detained seven suspects and recovered firearms after raiding a hideout in Ndiya Mfia, Ikono LGA. DSP Timfon John said the operation, triggered by credible public intelligence, recovered two…
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POLICE SHAKE-UP: I-G REDEPLOYS TOP OFFICERS NATIONWIDE
Fresh postings across the police force—newly promoted AIGs and CPs get strategic roles to boost security and efficiency. The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the immediate deployment of newly promoted senior officers across key commands and departments nationwide. According to the Nigeria Police Force, the move targets better operational efficiency, stronger leadership, and…
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LAGOS POLICE SET SCREENING DATES FOR 2025/2026 CONSTABLE RECRUITMENT
Physical and credential checks begin March 9 at Police College Ikeja applicants urged to follow instructions closely. The Lagos State Police Command has announced that screening for the 2025/2026 recruitment of General Duty and Specialist Police Constables will run from March 9 to April 18 at the Police College, Ikeja. Spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi said…
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POLICE COUNCIL CLEARS DISU AS NEW IGP, TINUBU TO SWEAR HIM IN WEDNESDAY
A new era is set to begin at the Nigeria Police Force as the Police Council has officially endorsed Olatunji Rilwan Disu as Inspector-General of Police. He will be sworn in by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. The decision was taken at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a…
