32 m. ago Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara

The Police Command in Kwara has confirmed the death of a man who helped a kidnap suspect to escape arrest. The Police Commissioner in Kwara, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the incident to newsmen, yesterday in Ilorin. Ojo further disclosed that a vigilante member, who sustained injuries from the incident was receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. […] The post Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago OOPL Demands Apology, N3.5bn Over Invasion Of Premises By EFCC Operatives

The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) on Wednesday, issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, as well as the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun to tender separate public apologies over alleged illegal invasion of its premises. OOPL, which was invaded […]

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22 h. ago President Tinubu Appoints Kawu As Federal Commissioner, Pension Commission

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, OON and member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos, as a federal commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The appointment has been met with widespread commendation from political leaders, associates, and well-wishers nationwide, who have […]

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34 h. ago IGP inaugurates committee to review Police scheme, conditions of service

Tribune Online IGP inaugurates committee to review Police scheme, conditions of service IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Tuesday inaugurated a high-level committee to review and harmonise the Scheme of Service and Harmonised Conditions of Service for IGP inaugurates committee to review Police scheme, conditions of service Tribune Online

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37 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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39 h. ago IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the elevation of the Legal Section of the Force to the Directorate of Legal Services with immediate effect, in line with ongoing strategic reforms aimed at ... IGP Egbetokun elevates Police legal section to directorate of legal services Tribune Online

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41 h. ago IGP upgrades police legal section to directorate status, appoints pioneer director

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police(IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the elevation of the Nigeria Police Force Legal Section to the Directorate of Legal Services. The gesture according to the IGP, is In line with the ongoing strategic reforms aimed at strengthening institutional capacity and enhancing operational efficiency across all departments of […] The post IGP upgrades police legal section to directorate status, appoints pioneer director appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Two Nabbed In Lagos For Enlisting Fake Drivers To Steal Cars From Employers

The Lagos State Police Command has dismantled a suspected car theft ring that reportedly used fake drivers to steal vehicles from their employers. While briefing journalists at the command headquarters in Ikeja on Monday, Commissioner of Police Olohundare Jimoh said the gang leader, Chinedu Emmanuel, was arrested on July 17 during an operation in the […] The post Two Nabbed In Lagos For Enlisting Fake Drivers To Steal Cars From Employers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 h. ago IGP extends tinted glass permit enforcement deadline to October

Tribune Online IGP extends tinted glass permit enforcement deadline to October The Inspector General of Police, IGP Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved a further extension of the grace period for enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit requirement for vehicles with tinted windows, with the new enforcement date now set for 2 October 2025. IGP extends tinted glass permit enforcement deadline to October Tribune Online

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3 d. ago MPB reaffirms commitment to veterans welfare, engages retired military personnel over delayed payment of gratuities

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Military Pension Board (MPB), has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the welfare and dignity of all Nigerian military retirees.  The board also said it has taken concrete steps to addressing the grievances of retired military personnel following peaceful protest by retirees in Abuja, by engaging them over delayed payment of […] The post MPB reaffirms commitment to veterans welfare, engages retired military personnel over delayed payment of gratuities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 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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5 d. ago ‘Forgery, Cyberbullying’, CP Shogunle Explains Why Sowore Is In Detention

The Commissioner of Police in charge of the Special Intervention Squad, CP Abayomi Shogunle, has explained the circumstances surrounding the continued detention of human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Omoyele Sowore. Speaking on Friday during a press briefing in Abuja while addressing protesters demanding Sowore’s release, Shogunle […]

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5 d. ago Sowore: Protesters storm force headquarters, demand activist’s release

Protesters stormed the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Friday, demanding the release of detained activist Omoyele Sowore. The demonstrators, most of whom were dressed in black, were seen with the national flag while chanting anti-government songs. They accused an unnamed Assistant Commissioner of Police of intimidation, denying claims that they barricaded the road. Speaking with […] The post Sowore: Protesters storm force headquarters, demand activist’s release appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Guns, Cartridges Recovered In Cross River Criminal Hideout Raid

The Cross River State Police Command has recovered five locally made guns and cartridges after raiding a criminal hideout in Iso-bendeghe community in the Boki local government area of the state. Police Commissioner of Cross River State, CP Rashid Bello Afegbua, disclosed this during a conversation with LEADERSHIP on Thursday in Calabar. The CP stated […]

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6 d. ago Personnel welfare: IGP Egbetokun commissions Police housing projects in Kano

Tribune Online Personnel welfare: IGP Egbetokun commissions Police housing projects in Kano The IGP acknowledged the instrumental role of private sector partners and stakeholders who aligned with the vision and delivered the project on time and to standard.... Personnel welfare: IGP Egbetokun commissions Police housing projects in Kano Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Stop lobbying for special promotions, NPF warns Police personnel

Tribune Online Stop lobbying for special promotions, NPF warns Police personnel The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) High Command on Thursday raised the alarm over the increasing cases of personnel lobbying the Force and the Police Service Commission (PSC) for special promotions and warned officers against such unethical behaviour. Stop lobbying for special promotions, NPF warns Police personnel Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Police Promote Personnel, Distribute N14.1m To Families Of Diseased Officers In Sokoto

Following the recent promotion exercise conducted by the Police Service Commission (PSC) on the recommendation of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, Zone 10 Headquarters, Sokoto has decorated its newly promoted senior officers. A total of nine Inspectors were elevated to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP II), thirty-three Sergeants promoted […]

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6 d. ago NIMC rolls out strict access policy for NIN modification portal

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a new access control policy for users of its National Identification Number read more NIMC rolls out strict access policy for NIN modification portal

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7 d. ago No police officer should fight for Nigeria by day and sleep in indignity, IGP declares

By Desmond Mgboh, Kano No officer should fight for a nation by day and sleep in indignity by night, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has declared. The Inspector-General spoke on Wednesday during the commissioning of newly constructed police barracks in Kano, where he declared that the strength of the police should not just […] The post No police officer should fight for Nigeria by day and sleep in indignity, IGP declares appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Enhancing professionalism: Rivers  Police host capacity building lecture for officers 

From Tony John, Port Harcourt   The Rivers State Police Command has organized a capacity building lecture aimed at ensuring professionalism of its personnel. State Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, had organized the  thought-provoking lecture, aimed at enhancing the capacity of officers and men, and promoting optimal performance and service delivery. The lecture, which […] The post Enhancing professionalism: Rivers  Police host capacity building lecture for officers  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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