Tag: #LawEnforcement
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US NARCOTICS BUREAU PLEDGES MORE SUPPORT FOR NDLEA, COMMENDS DRUG-FIGHTING EFFORTS
The United States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (US-INL) has pledged to strengthen its partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and commended the agency’s recent successes in combating illicit drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. The Country Director of INL Nigeria, Derek Tolliver, gave the assurance on Thursday in…
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KANO TASK FORCE ARRESTS 28, RECOVERS ILLICIT DRUGS IN CRACKDOWN
The Kano State Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking has arrested 28 suspects and recovered assorted illicit substances during raids on suspected drug joints in Rimin Gado and Doka communities. The Chairman of the task force, Muhuyi Magaji, said the operation was conducted on August 7 in five locations within Tofa Local…
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LAGOS TASKFORCE ARRESTS 46 SUSPECTS IN ISLAND, LEKKI CLEANUP OPERATION
The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested 46 suspects during a major enforcement operation across Lagos Island, Victoria Island and the Lekki axis as part of efforts to improve public safety and restore order. The operation covered locations including Muri-Okunola Park, Obalende Underbridge, Law School Junction, Maroko, Sandfill by Mobil Bus Stop and Marwa Bus Stop.…
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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…
