In a determined push against the rising tide of kidnapping and banditry across the country, the Nigeria Police Force has successfully rescued 31 victims in two separate operations carried out in Taraba and Edo States. The operations, which were executed by police tactical units and supported by local security networks, form part of an intensified
In a major crackdown on human trafficking, the Nigeria Police Force has successfully dismantled two notorious trafficking syndicates operating across multiple states, arresting 11 suspects and rescuing several victims. The coordinated operation, carried out by operatives from the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), followed weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance. According to the Force Public
Two top-ranking officials of the Ahoada East Local Government Area in Rivers State, earlier declared wanted by the police over an alleged brutal assault on the council’s administrator, Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor, have turned themselves in to authorities in Port Harcourt. The individuals, identified as Mr. Hector Ekakita, the Chief Security Officer (CSO), and Mr. Aloni
As political activities gather momentum in Anambra State, both the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their readiness to ensure the smooth conduct of the forthcoming Senatorial bye-election scheduled for August 16 and the governorship election slated for November 8. The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Ikioye
The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect who allegedly orchestrated the kidnapping of his own friend in a shocking case of betrayal and criminal conspiracy. According to a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the suspect was apprehended following intelligence-led investigations that traced the
ABUJA – The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has lauded the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies for the arrest of key suspects linked to the recent massacre in Benue State, describing the development as a significant step toward justice and national healing. The commendation was issued on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, following confirmation that
Lagos, June 21, 2025 – The Lagos State Police Command has announced the arrest of Wasiu Akinwande, widely known by the alias “Olori Eso,” who has been described as one of the most dangerous and elusive hired killers operating in the state in recent years. Akinwande, whose reign of terror spanned several high-profile violent crimes
Makurdi, Benue State | June 15, 2025 Tension flared in Benue State on Saturday as police operatives fired teargas to disperse protesters who had taken to the streets to condemn the recent killings in Yelewata, a community in Guma Local Government Area. The demonstrators, mostly youths and women from the affected area, had blocked portions
In a bid to curb rising insecurity and maintain public order, the Gombe State Police Command has announced a ban on the open display of weapons, nighttime motorcycle operations, and gang-like activities across the state. The announcement was made in a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), who stressed that the move
A 47-year-old man, identified as Rayyanu Bala, has been arrested by the police in Abuja for allegedly molesting his neighbour’s young daughter after reportedly luring her with N500 during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The disturbing incident occurred in the Unguwar Shadadi area of Kuje Area Council, within the Federal Capital Territory. According to residents familiar with
