August 3, 2025

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Election General

Police Clamp Down on Movement Ahead of Lagos LG Poll, Deploy Special Squads

Lagos, July 10, 2025 — In preparation for Saturday’s local government elections, the Lagos State Police Command has announced a total vehicular movement restriction from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 12, applying statewide—including roads and waterways. The measure, announced on Wednesday, aims to maintain order and enhance security during polling. Commissioner of Police Olohundare Jimoh

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General Police

Police Arrest 7 Suspects Over Murder of Lagos Engineer in Land Dispute

Lagos, July 8, 2025 — The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of seven individuals in connection with the brutal murder of an engineer identified as Mr. Emmanuel Eze, who was allegedly killed over a land dispute in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, July 5, 2025, when

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General Insecurity Police

Police Condemn Deadly Ogboji Shooting in Anambra, Launch Manhunt for Killers

Anambra State, July 1, 2025 — The Anambra State Police Command has strongly condemned the recent deadly shooting in Ogboji community, Orumba South Local Government Area, which left residents in shock and mourning. The Command has vowed to track down and bring the perpetrators to justice. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, June 30, when

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General Vandals

Cable Theft Kingpin Nabbed in Sokoto as Police Clamp Down on Power Vandals

The Sokoto State Police Command has apprehended a notorious electricity cable thief known for targeting public power infrastructure across the state. The suspect, identified as Aminu Umar, a resident of Gidan Igwai area in Sokoto metropolis, was arrested in the early hours of Friday, June 20, 2025, in connection with the theft of aluminium conductor

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General

Borno Police Arrest 210, Seize Drugs and Weapons in Statewide Sweep

Maiduguri, June 21, 2025 – The Borno State Police Command reported a major breakthrough following a vigorous week-long operation, resulting in the arrest of 210 suspects across the state and the seizure of significant quantities of illicit drugs and weapons. Addressing journalists at the command headquarters, Commissioner of Police Naziru AbdulMajid confirmed that from June

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General

Gombe Command Tightens Noose on Traffic Offenders and Criminals

This morning, the Gombe State Police Command unveiled a reinforced security operation aimed at tackling traffic infractions and stamping out criminal activity across the metropolis. According to DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Force’s Public Relations Officer, the clampdown includes the immediate closure of illegal motor parks such as the notorious Dadin Kowa hub, and a strict

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Crime Police

Police Arrest Car Snatcher in Rivers State with Seven Master Keys

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a suspected car thief in Port Harcourt, recovering seven master keys allegedly used to steal vehicles. The suspect, identified as Felix Clark, was apprehended by operatives of the Anti-Cultism Unit during a routine patrol on Abacha Road in the Government Reserved Area (GRA) on May 5, 2025. According

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