8 h. ago Police Uncover Leads On Gun Suppliers Linked To Murder Of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu

The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it has obtained credible intelligence on the gun suppliers who allegedly armed the gang responsible for the killing of Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu. The discovery comes after the arrest of twelve suspects connected to the armed robbery and murder that occurred on September 29, 2025, at Unique […] The post Police Uncover Leads On Gun Suppliers Linked To Murder Of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Soldier Attached To Operation Safe Haven Shoots Police Constable Dead In Bauchi

A soldier attached to the Joint Military/Police Operation Safe Haven, responsible for maintaining peace in Plateau as well as parts of Bauchi and Kaduna States, has allegedly shot dead a police constable in Bauchi following a confrontation at a checkpoint. According to reports, the unfortunate incident took place around 9 p.m. on Friday, October 10, […] The post Soldier Attached To Operation Safe Haven Shoots Police Constable Dead In Bauchi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Another Police Officer Allegedly Gunned Down By Soldier In Bauchi

The Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, hasordered an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death The post Another Police Officer Allegedly Gunned Down By Soldier In Bauchi appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Police Launch Probe After Soldier Shoots Constable Dead In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has launched a full-scale homicide investigation following the shocking killing of a police officer by members of the military during a routine patrol in the Bayan Gari area of Bauchi metropolis. Spokesperson of Bauchi Police Command, CSP Ahmed Wakil, confirmed the development to reporters on Saturday in a statement. He […]

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19 h. ago Anambra: Kidnapped Female Police Officer Found Dead In Ogidi

A female police officer attached to the Ogidi Division in Idemili Local Government Area of Anambra State has been found dead following her kidnapping by unknown individuals. The officer, identified as a Woman Inspector (W/INSPR) who served as a prosecutor in the division, was reportedly abducted on Thursday. Her remains were discovered on Friday morning, […] The post Anambra: Kidnapped Female Police Officer Found Dead In Ogidi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Mixed reactions trail invasion, sealing of Amotekun office in Osun

Adeleke commends police lost 12 people to Amotekun’s killing – Senator Fadahunsi Osun assembly condemns invasion From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Mixed reactions have trailed the invasion of Amotekun offices in Osun State by the police over the killings of some residents of Akinlalu, a community in Ife North Local Government of the state. After the […] The post Mixed reactions trail invasion, sealing of Amotekun office in Osun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Abia police arrests 10 for child theft, rescues 18 stolen kids

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia police command said it has arrested 10 persons suspected to be involved in child theft and rescued 18 children allegedly stolen by the suspects. In a release, the command’s police public relations officer (PPRO), Maureen Chinaka said on September 27, at about 09:40hrs, a complaint was received at Ohuru Isimiri […] The post Abia police arrests 10 for child theft, rescues 18 stolen kids appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago TMC urges Islamic scholars to guide politicians toward national progress

THE Muslim Congress (TMC), Oyo State chapter, has called on Islamic scholars across the country to continually counsel political officeholders on policies and actions that will advance the welfare of citizens and promote national development. The call was made during the organisation’s 2025 ‘Annual State Lecture’, held on Sunday at the International Conference Centre, University […]

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61 h. ago Abakaliki LG Chair Makes NIN Mandatory For Renting Apartments To Boost Security

  Abakaliki Local Government Area (LGA) Chairman, Mr. Stephen Nwogha, has announced that the National Identification Number (NIN) and other relevant personal information will now be required for anyone seeking to rent an apartment within the council. The chairman revealed this policy while presenting a report on his two-year tenure in office on Wednesday in […] The post Abakaliki LG Chair Makes NIN Mandatory For Renting Apartments To Boost Security appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 h. ago Police disburse N66m to families of fallen officers in Plateau

Emmanuel Adesina, the Commissioner of Police, Plateau State Command has presented cheques worth over N66 million to families of police read more Police disburse N66m to families of fallen officers in Plateau

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63 h. ago Plateau Police Commissioner Rewards Families Of Fallen Officers With N66m

Plateau State Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Olugbemiga Adesina, on Wednesday, fulfilled a promise to the families of police officers who died in active service. He presented welfare cheques worth over N66 million to their widows and dependants, recognizing the sacrifices of the fallen officers. The presentation took place at the Plateau State Police Command […] The post Plateau Police Commissioner Rewards Families Of Fallen Officers With N66m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria Police Suspend Enforcement Of Vehicle Tinted Glass Permit Following Court Order

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the suspension of the enforcement of vehicle tinted glass permits after a court issued an order halting the exercise. Spokesperson for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the development during a Wednesday interview on AIT. Adeh stated that the decision followed the official receipt […] The post Nigeria Police Suspend Enforcement Of Vehicle Tinted Glass Permit Following Court Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Why retired AIG, CPs, 192 police officers can’t be reinstated — PSC

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Police Service Commission (PSC) on Wednesday said it cannot reinstate AIG Idowu Owohunwa, CP Benneth Igwe, DCP Simon Lough, and 191 other officers who were recently retired from service over alleged age falsification. The PSC said the clarification has become necessary following a judgement of the National Industrial Court, Abuja […] The post Why retired AIG, CPs, 192 police officers can’t be reinstated — PSC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tinubu assents to law establishing 48 dedicated police training academies across Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially signed the Nigeria Police Training Institutions Establishment Bill, 2024, into law, creating a formal legal framework for 48 specialised police training institutions spread nationwide. This significant legislative milestone aims to restructure and enhance police education, professional development, and operational readiness across Nigeria. The bill, championed by […] The post Tinubu assents to law establishing 48 dedicated police training academies across Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Bayelsa residents honour police officer for rejecting $17,000 bribe

Tribune Online Bayelsa residents honour police officer for rejecting $17,000 bribe In pomp and pageantry, the entire residents of Okulogba Street in Akenpai community, Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, trooped came out in their numbers  to  celebrate one of their own policeman Sentome Obi who had displayed  integrity by rejecting a $17,000 bribe offered by a suspect involved in organ harvesting. Since the rare […] Bayelsa residents honour police officer for rejecting $17,000 bribe Tribune Online

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4 d. ago FCT Police to intensify crackdown on criminal hideouts in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has intensified security operations across Abuja, directed all Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to read more FCT Police to intensify crackdown on criminal hideouts in Abuja

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4 d. ago Police Nab 153 Suspects, Recover Motorcycle, Hard Drugs In Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested 153 suspects and seized thousands of illicit drugs, cash, and a motorcycle in a major crackdown on crime. This was disclosed in a statement on Monday in Dutse, the state capital, by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam. According to the statement, “The operation, coordinated across […] The post Police Nab 153 Suspects, Recover Motorcycle, Hard Drugs In Jigawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Insecurity: FCT police embark on raid of uncompleted buildings, abandoned projects, criminal hideouts, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Commissioner of Police, Ajao Adewale, has ordered Divisional Police Officers(DPOs), to carry out raid on all uncompleted buildings, suspected criminal hideouts and intensify patrols within their jurisdictions. The directive, which is with immediate effect, according to Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, is part of […] The post Insecurity: FCT police embark on raid of uncompleted buildings, abandoned projects, criminal hideouts, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Delta police intercept truck load of illicit drugs, arrest driver

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Operatives of the Delta State Police Command in a sting operation have intercepted a truck load of drugs, arresting the driver in the process. The suspect was apprehended by a patrol team of Eagle Net Special Squad, Asaba, led by Commander SP Danyaya Yunusa, working in synergy with the office […] The post Delta police intercept truck load of illicit drugs, arrest driver appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago We are yet to receive court order halting tinted glass permit enforcement – Police

The Nigeria Police Force has said it is yet to be officially served with the order of the Federal High read more We are yet to receive court order halting tinted glass permit enforcement – Police

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