49 m. ago FG reports 13,543 terrorists killed, 17,469 arrested in military operations

From Molly Kilete, Abuja Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru has announced that military operations from February 2023 to May 2025 resulted in the neutralisation of 13,543 terrorists and criminals, the arrest of 17,469 suspects, and the rescue of 9,821 kidnapped hostages. Speaking at the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja, Badaru noted that 124,408 Boko Haram […] The post FG reports 13,543 terrorists killed, 17,469 arrested in military operations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation

Popular Nigerian comedian, Mark Angel, has questioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over its claim that it invited social media activist Verydarkman before his recent arrest. The anti-corruption agency had earlier stated that it extended an invitation to the activist, which reportedly went unanswered. Following this, EFCC operatives arrested him on Friday — […] The post Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago IGP confab: Edo police nab 30 suspected kidnappers, reads riot act

Commissioner of Police, Edo State, Monday Agbonika, has warned criminals to stay away: “Edo State will be too hot for them to operate. We arrested 30 suspected armed robbers and kidnappers and rescued five victims.” He spoke at the Inspector General of Police Conference in Abuja, recently, saying: “My vision is to focus on proactive […] The post IGP confab: Edo police nab 30 suspected kidnappers, reads riot act appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Lagos Police Arrest Two Suspected Vandals For Destroying Roadside Barriers

Operatives of Lagos State Police Command have arrested two individuals suspected to be vandalising concrete roadside barriers in the Ile-Zik area of the state. It was gathered that the arrest was made on 22 April 2025, following an actionable intelligence provided by concerned members of the public. The suspects, identified as Peter James, 26, and […] The post Lagos Police Arrest Two Suspected Vandals For Destroying Roadside Barriers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Seven Suspected Robbers Arrested In Abuja, 14 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested seven robbery suspects in connection with a recent incident in Suleja area of the state. It was gathered that the suspected criminal elements were said to have robbed their victims of their handsets and other valuables. The Command’s Spokesman, Wasiu Abiodun, in a statement, on Tuesday disclosed […] The post Seven Suspected Robbers Arrested In Abuja, 14 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago “Your Mates Are Hustling” – Speed Darlington Rejects Calls To Join “Free VDM” Protest

Controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has lashed out at fans of detained social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) who urged him to join the ongoing “Free VDM” protests. VeryDarkMan was reportedly arrested last Friday, allegedly by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), sparking outrage among youths who have since taken to the streets, […] The post “Your Mates Are Hustling” – Speed Darlington Rejects Calls To Join “Free VDM” Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Angry Youths Storm Major Streets In Abuja, Demand VDM’s Release

Some angry youths have taken to the streets of Abuja to demand the immediate release of a controversial activist and social media influencer, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that VDM was arrested few days ago by , by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, following a misunderstanding with popular […] The post Angry Youths Storm Major Streets In Abuja, Demand VDM’s Release appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that controversial critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested by its operatives over multiple petitions against him The anti-graft agency, through its spokesperson Dele Oyewale, told BBC News on Monday that VeryDarkMan was taken into custody following complaints from several petitioners. “We arrested […]

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60 h. ago Bauchi Police Bust Counterfeit Herbicide Factory, Arrest Three Suspects

Operatives of Bauchi State Police Command have arrested three suspects, producing and selling counterfeit herbicides. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development was contained in a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Ahmed Wakil on Sunday. According to Wakil, a team of detectives from the Command’s Monitoring Unit acted on credible intelligence and uncovered the operation on […] The post Bauchi Police Bust Counterfeit Herbicide Factory, Arrest Three Suspects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign

Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has joined the growing list of public figures calling for the release of popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The activist was reportedly arrested on Friday in Abuja by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development via his […] The post Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Gombe Police Arrest Terrorist Contractor, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Gombe State Police Command have arrested one Joseph Babari, contracted to cause mayhem in Plateau State. It was gathered that the suspect, confessed that he had been hired by one Isah to fight in Bokos Local Government Area of Plateau State for a fee of N180,000 over two months. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that […] The post Gombe Police Arrest Terrorist Contractor, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North

The Defence Headquarters recently revealed the arrest of two security personnel involved in aiding terrorist activities in the North-East of Nigeria. The two men, part of hybrid forces working with the military to combat insurgency, were detained during a series of operations conducted between April 26 and April 29, 2025. These operations targeted areas such […] The post Defence HQ Arrests Two Security Personnel Aiding Terrorists In North-East appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Edo Police Nab 95 Suspected Cult Members, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Edo State Police Command have arrested 95 suspected cult members during some operations across various parts of the state. It was gathered that the suspects were members of the notorious Maphites, Eiye, and Aye confraternities, disturbing the peace of the state. In a statement on Friday by the Command’s Spokesman, Moses Yamu, disclosed […] The post Edo Police Nab 95 Suspected Cult Members, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago EFCC Accused Of Withholding Medical Aid For Nabbed VeryDarkMan

The brother of popular social media personality, VeryDarkMan (VDM), has spoken out following his recent arrest by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). VDM was reportedly picked up at a GTBank branch after accompanying his mother to file a complaint about suspicious deductions from her bank account. His sudden detention has drawn […] The post EFCC Accused Of Withholding Medical Aid For Nabbed VeryDarkMan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Niger Police Nab Two Suspects For Stealing Plasma TV, Aluminium Pots

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested two suspected thieves for allegedly stealing a 35 inches plasma TV, one remote control, and two aluminum pots. In a statement on Friday by the Command’s Spokesman, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed that the arrested individuals were apprehended on the 30th of April, 2025, in the Brighter area of […] The post Niger Police Nab Two Suspects For Stealing Plasma TV, Aluminium Pots appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja

Operatives of Nigeria Police Force have rescued two kidnapped Ghanaian nationals and arrested some suspects, operating across international borders. It was gathered that the development is coming, following a report filed with the National Central Bureau in Abuja on April 27, 2025, over the kidnap of one Anastasia Arthur aka Baidoo, a 48-year-old Ghanaian national. […] The post Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Lagos Police Nab Eight Suspected Cult Members Over Alleged Killings In Yabatech

Operatives of Lagos State Police Command have arrested eight suspected cult members, said to have involved in several killings within Yaba College of Technology and its environs. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin said that the arrest followed an intelligence-led operation, which took place on April 29, 2025. Hundeyin identified the suspects […] The post Lagos Police Nab Eight Suspected Cult Members Over Alleged Killings In Yabatech appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Navy Arrests Illegal Bunkerers, Confiscates Boat Laden With Refined AGO

The Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB) Bonny has arrested suspected illegal bunkerers and confiscated a wooden boat laden with products suspected to be illegally refined automotive gas oil (AGO) at Oputumbi community in Bonny local government area of Rivers State. The Base Operations Officer of the Forward Operating Base, Bonny, Lt. Cdr. Siraj Almustapha, […]

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8 d. ago Police arrest 12 suspected kidnappers, 3 gunrunners, recover arms, ammunition

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Police Force headquarters in Abuja, said its operations to curb insecurity have yielded tremendous successes with the arrest of suspected kidnappers and gunrunners and the recovery of arms across several states. The successful operations, which were propelled by credible intelligence according to the force public relations officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, demonstrate […] The post Police arrest 12 suspected kidnappers, 3 gunrunners, recover arms, ammunition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Army nabs human parts trafficker, drug peddlers in Ogun State

By PHILIP NWOSU In a major security breakthrough, troops of the 81 Division Nigerian Army, operating under the 35 Artillery Brigade, have arrested a man suspected of trafficking in human parts in Kulanla Odomoola, Ogun State. The suspect was reportedly rescued from an angry mob that had attempted to lynch him before troops intervened. Following […] The post Army nabs human parts trafficker, drug peddlers in Ogun State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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