3 h. ago Bye elections: Kano Police restrict movements in Bagwai, Shanono, two other LGAs

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Police Command have ordered the restriction of movements of motor vehicles, tricycles and motorcycles during Saturday’s bye elections in Bagwai, Shanono, Ghari and Tsanyawa LGAs of Kano State. A Thursday night statement by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa said the restriction would commence […] The post Bye elections: Kano Police restrict movements in Bagwai, Shanono, two other LGAs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Enugu police foil human trafficking to Ghana, rescue 2 teenagers girls

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Raymond Sunday Wonna, for alleged transnational human trafficking and rescued two teenage girls ,who were reportedly being taken to Ghana under false pretences. Enugu state Police Public Relations Officer ( PPRO)Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement , yesterday that the victims, […] The post Enugu police foil human trafficking to Ghana, rescue 2 teenagers girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Three Arrested In Akwa Ibom Scrap Yard Raids Over Stolen Auto Parts

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended three men suspected of possessing stolen car parts and equipments. According to PUNCH Metro, operatives, following the directives of Commissioner of Police Baba Mohammed Azare, carried out raids on scrap yards in Uyo on Monday. The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Wednesday […] The post Three Arrested In Akwa Ibom Scrap Yard Raids Over Stolen Auto Parts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Police Arrest Pastor, 2 Others For Alleged Rape, Murder In Imo

Operatives of the Orlu Divisional Headquarters of Imo State Command have arrested a pastor and his accomplice over the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the Imo State Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Henry Okoye, on Wednesday. Okoye explained that the 32-year-old […]

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46 h. ago Police Smash Car Theft Syndicate, Arrest 3 Suspects In Akwa Ibom

The Anti-Robbery operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have smashed an armed robbery syndicate specialising in disposing unsuspecting persons of their vehicles. Akwa Ibom Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists on Wednesday in Uyo, the state capital, said three suspects were apprehended at scrap sites behind […]

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65 h. ago Delta: Police present N37.6m cheques to families of 35 slain officers

Tribune Online Delta: Police present N37.6m cheques to families of 35 slain officers The Delta State Police Command on Tuesday presented cheques totaling ₦37,663,936 to 35 families of deceased officers who died while in active service. Delta: Police present N37.6m cheques to families of 35 slain officers Tribune Online

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67 h. ago IGP Egbetokun forms committee to review police service terms

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday inaugurated a high-level committee to review and harmonise the Scheme of Service and Harmonised Condition of Service for Nigeria Police officers. Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who made this known, said the inauguration marks a major step towards modernising the […] The post IGP Egbetokun forms committee to review police service terms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Police Intercept Motorcycle Rider With Three Human Skulls In Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two men for unlawful possession of three human skulls in the Ijebu area of Ogun State. Command spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Abeokuta on Monday. According to Odutola, a team of mobile police officers from 71 PMF Awa Ijebu […] The post Police Intercept Motorcycle Rider With Three Human Skulls In Ogun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Gunmen Attack Kwara Police Station, Market, Kill Officer, Four Others, Residents Flee Homes

Gunmen attacked the Babanla community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing five people, including a police officer, Adejumo Wasiu. The attack took place on August 8, 2025, forcing residents to flee their homes for safety in neighboring communities. The divisional police headquarters and the local market were targeted during the violent raid. […] The post Gunmen Attack Kwara Police Station, Market, Kill Officer, Four Others, Residents Flee Homes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Police Bust Armed Robbery Syndicate, Recover SUV, Firearms In Delta

The Delta State Police Command has successfully dismantled an armed robbery syndicate, recovering a stolen Mercedes Benz GLK SUV, firearms, and other stolen valuables. The operation took place between August 4 and 5, 2025, led by Divisional Police Officers from B Division Asaba and Ogwashi-Ukwu, alongside local vigilante groups. In a statement released on Sunday, […] The post Police Bust Armed Robbery Syndicate, Recover SUV, Firearms In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nasarawa: Police nab six over armed robbery, kidnapping in Doma, arrest armed herder in Keana

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State Police Command says it has arrested six suspected armed robbers and kidnappers in Doma Local Government Area, alongside an armed herder in Keana, in what it described as a major breakthrough in the fight against violent crime. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, in a statement on […] The post Nasarawa: Police nab six over armed robbery, kidnapping in Doma, arrest armed herder in Keana appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Officer, Four Others Killed As Gunmen Attack Kwara Police Station

The attack forced residents of the community to abandon their homes and villages, fleeing to neighbouring communities for safety of their lives. The post Officer, Four Others Killed As Gunmen Attack Kwara Police Station appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 d. ago FCT police arrest 3 suspects for murder of Abuja journalist one year after 

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, said its Operatives   attached to Mpape Division, have arrested three suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of Mr. Azubuko Nwakama, a staff of Liberty Radio, who was attacked and robbed on 14th June 2024 at Panteka Market, Mpape, Abuja. FCT Police Public Relations Officer, […] The post FCT police arrest 3 suspects for murder of Abuja journalist one year after  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Sowore Vows Legal Action Against Police For Alleged Brutality In Custody

  Former presidential candidate and activist Omoyele Sowore plans to sue the Nigeria Police for alleged “inhumane treatment” during his recent detention. In a statement issued on Saturday, Sowore’s lawyer, Tope Temokun, alleged that police officers fractured his client’s arm during a violent attempt to forcibly transfer him from one cell to another at about […] The post Sowore Vows Legal Action Against Police For Alleged Brutality In Custody appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Police Arrest 7 Suspected Armed Robbers, Recover Arms In Akwa Ibom

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, in a major crackdown on criminal activities, have smashed a notorious armed robbery gang accused of terrorising residents of Ikot Ekpene local government area and its environs. Police Public Relations Officer (DSP), Akwa Ibom Command, Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists in Uyo at the weekend, […]

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5 d. ago FCT Police kill suspected one chance robber, arrest 6 others, rescue female victim in Abuja 

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command said its operatives attached to the Anti-One Chance Unit have killed one suspected robber and arrested 6 others. FCT police command public relations officer, Josephine Adeh, who made this known, said the police also rescued one victim in the process and recovered an […] The post FCT Police kill suspected one chance robber, arrest 6 others, rescue female victim in Abuja  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Police Deny Torturing Sowore Who Rejected Medical Treatment Twice, Insist Detention Backed By Court Order

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed allegations that renowned activist Omoyele Sowore was tortured in custody, insisting that his recent arrest was based on “credible, corroborated allegations” of criminal offences, including forgery and cyberstalking. In a statement issued on Friday, August 8, 2025, and signed by Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Police […] The post Police Deny Torturing Sowore Who Rejected Medical Treatment Twice, Insist Detention Backed By Court Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago NANPF Appoints CSP Chijioke As Director Of Players’ Safety And Security

In a bold step aimed at enhancing the welfare and safety of footballers in Nigeria, the National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers (NANPF) has officially appointed Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Kalu Chijioke as the new Director of Players’ Safety and Security. This appointment was communicated to the Force Sports Officer, CP Tony O. Emefiele, […]

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6 d. ago Katsina Police Arrest 302 Suspects, Rescue 50 Kidnap Victims 

The Katsina State Police Command has announced the arrest of 302 suspects for various offences, and the rescue of over 50 kidnap victims during the month of July 2025. Katsina Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, who represented the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Shehu, at a press conference on Friday, praised […]

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6 d. ago After attack on Police outpost, security operatives raid abandoned hospital in Cross River

Tribune Online After attack on Police outpost, security operatives raid abandoned hospital in Cross River A combined force of police officers, soldiers, and other security agents on Thursday raided an abandoned hospital in Iso-Bendeghe village, Boki Local Government Area of Cross River State, in a major operation following an attack on a police outpost by suspected hoodlums. After attack on Police outpost, security operatives raid abandoned hospital in Cross River Tribune Online

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