3 h. ago Bauchi: Police arrest two suspects for criminal conspiracy, others

Two suspects have been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command for criminal conspiracy, theft, and possession of stolen property.

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18 h. ago Police Arrest Notorious Taxi Driver Linked To Serial Assaults, Robberies In Lagos

Crack detectives from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, Yaba, Lagos State, have arrested a notorious commercial taxi driver, Adedayo Ben Adegbola, for alleged involvement in multiple cases of rape, defilement, assault, and armed robberies targeting female passengers across the State. The suspect, who was recently featured in viral social media posts by some […]

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23 h. ago Police Arrest 27 Suspects Over Murder Of 2 Brothers In Enugu

Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command have arrested 27 suspects in connection with the recent violent clashes in Umuchigbo-Nike, Enugu East local government area, where two brothers were gruesomely murdered and several houses, vehicles, and other properties were set ablaze or destroyed. Spokesman of the Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed that preliminary investigation revealed […]

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30 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Police arrest masquerade leader, accomplice for assault, extortion

“The command will not tolerate any act of intimidation or extortion under the guise of cultural expression...

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33 h. ago Police bust kidnap ring, rescue 23 foreigners, arrest 14 suspects near Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismantled a transnational kidnapping syndicate that demanded N230 million ransom from foreign nationals lured into Nigeria under the guise of lucrative job offers. Operatives of the command’s Scorpion Squad launched the sting operation around 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Angwan Adamu Ruga Fulani Zone […]

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46 h. ago Police arrest seven kidnap suspects, rescue victims in Delta

“Acting on the report, the DPO deployed a team of detectives and patrol operatives to the scene. On sighting the police teams, the suspected kidnappers fled into an abandoned poultry within the same community...

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51 h. ago Police Rescue 23 Kidnapped Foreign Nationals, Arrest 14 Supects

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dislodged a transnational kidnapping syndicate and rescued 23 foreign nationals from captivity. The suspected kidnappers, who abducted the victims, demanded N230 million in ransom after luring them into Nigeria under false promises of money-spinning jobs. FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said police operatives arrested 14 suspects […]

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56 h. ago Nasarawa Police Arrest 14 Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue 23 Foreigners

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has rescued 23 foreign nationals from captivity and arrested 14 suspected kidnappers in Nasarawa State. In a statement on Friday, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, said the operation was conducted around 8 pm on Tuesday, October 22, 2025, by operatives of the command’s Scorpion Squad […] The post Nasarawa Police Arrest 14 Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue 23 Foreigners appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Police Rescue 1 Kidnap Victim, Arrest Suspected Female Kidnapper, 1 Other In Kwara

The operatives of the Kwara State Police Command have rescued a kidnap victim, Haruna Ahmadu, from the den of kidnappers in a forest in Omu-Aran, the headquarters of Irepodun local government area of the State. The policemen also arrested two suspected kidnappers, Ayisa Ibrahim and Yakubu Hassan in the area. The spokesperson of the State […]

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3 d. ago Kano: Police arrest suspects, recover stolen SUV belonging to Air Force officer

He also called on residents to continue providing useful information to help combat crime, assuring that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect.

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3 d. ago Police arrest six armed robbery suspects in Ogun after Lagos operation

Operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, have arrested six suspected armed robbers in the Ijebu Ode area of Ogun State after a successful operation in Lagos State.

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4 d. ago Anambra Police Bust Anambra Child Trafficking Syndicate, Arrest Four, Rescue Newborn

The Anambra State Police Command has rescued a newborn following the arrest of four suspects in connection with child trafficking in Ifite-Awkuzu, Oyi Local Government Area of the state. The spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed this in a statement in Awka, the state capital, on Tuesday. Ikenga stated that […] The post Anambra Police Bust Anambra Child Trafficking Syndicate, Arrest Four, Rescue Newborn appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Police arrest suspects over brazen jewel theft from Paris’ Louvre Museum

Following the robbery, French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin acknowledged the security lapses that allowed the heist to occur. 

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6 d. ago Additional 1 More State, Nnamdi Kanu’s Release Will End South

The Senator representing Delta North, Ned Nwoko, has said that the lingering unrest in the South-East region can only end if the Federal Government creates one more state and release the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’ on Sunday night, Nwoko argued that […]

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6 d. ago Creation Of One More State, Nnamdi Kanu’s Release Will Bring Peace To South

The lawmaker said peace has continued to elude the South-East geopolitical zone due to the perceived marginalisation of the region by successive governments. The post Creation Of One More State, Nnamdi Kanu’s Release Will Bring Peace To South-East – Ned Nwoko appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago Delta: Police arrest herbalist, stepbrother for killing client, okada rider

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old herbalist, Amechi Okwuokenye, and his 26-year-old stepbrother, Smart Okwuokenye, for the murder of two victims...

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7 d. ago Police arrest two suspected robbers, recover firearm, motorcycle in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a firearm and a stolen motorcycle in read more Police arrest two suspected robbers, recover firearm, motorcycle in Bauchi

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7 d. ago Anambra guber: Police arrest political thug, cultist, recover firearms, others

Ikenga said during interrogation, the suspect confessed to being a member of the Vikings Confraternity and admitted involvement in political thuggery.

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7 d. ago Police arrest two suspected bandits in Kano, intensify operations in Makoda

Bakori said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were allegedly working with bandits attempting to

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7 d. ago Niger: Police arrest 10 suspects for thuggery, robbery, others

The Niger State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects over allegations of various offences, including thuggery, robbery, and theft, in Minna and Kontagora, and recovered weapons, cannabis, and other illicit substances as exhibits.

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7 d. ago Bauchi Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue 2 Victims In Plateau

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper and rescued two minors who were abducted in Tilden Fulani, Toro local government area of Bauchi State. The suspect, identified as Abdulkarim Tasiu, a family member of the victims, allegedly carried out the abduction over a long-standing family dispute with his uncle, who is the […]

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7 d. ago Police arrest suspected kidnapper, rescue 2 school children in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command, on Saturday, successfully arrested a kidnapper and rescued two (2) school children in Tilden Fulani, read more Police arrest suspected kidnapper, rescue 2 school children in Bauchi

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8 d. ago Police arrest four as jealous lover lure, kill young man in Sokoto

The Sokoto State Police Command has uncovered a chilling case of murder and betrayal involving two lovers who allegedly conspired to kill a young man, Ali Salisu, in Gidan Kacha village, Gada Local Government Area of the state.

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8 d. ago Police Arrest 928 Suspects For Kidnapping, Child Trafficking In Imo

The Imo State Police Command has revealed that 928 suspects have been arrested for various offences including kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism and child trafficking. According to the police, nine kidnapped victims and seven stolen children were rescued and reunited with their families. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the […]

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9 d. ago I Will Only Appear As Nnamdi Kanu’s Witness If Summoned By Court – Wike

The Minister insists that he cannot appear as a witness in Kanu's trial simply because his name was listed in the newspapers. The post I Will Only Appear As Nnamdi Kanu’s Witness If Summoned By Court – Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago Alleged terrorism: Absence of case file stalls Nnamdi Kanu’s defence

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has given the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, till Monday, October 27...

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9 d. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s trial stalls over missing case file as court adjourns to Monday

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), was unable to open his defence on Friday at read more Nnamdi Kanu’s trial stalls over missing case file as court adjourns to Monday

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9 d. ago Sowore, Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer, Brother, Others Granted ₦500,000 Bail Each

Sowore and the other defendants were arraigned on charges bordering on unlawful assembly and disturbance of public peace. The post Sowore, Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer, Brother, Others Granted ₦500,000 Bail Each appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Stalls Over Claim Of Inability To Access Case File

Kanu said he could not open his defence because he has not been handed the case file to enable him familiarise himself with its content. The post Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Stalls Over Claim Of Inability To Access Case File appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago Sowore was arrested for leading Abuja protest despite court order – Police

The Nigeria Police Force has defended the arrest of Omoyele Sowore, human rights activist, saying he allegedly led protesters into read more Sowore was arrested for leading Abuja protest despite court order – Police

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1 week ago Police Deny Sowore’s Lawyer Access After Activist’s Arrest In Court

Fresh controversy has trailed the arrest of human rights activist and former presidential candidate of AAC, Omoyele Sowore, as his lawyer and fellow rights campaigner, Barrister Deji Adeyanju, has alleged that he was denied access to his client at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command. Adeyanju made the revelation in a Facebook post on […]

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1 week ago BREAKING: Police arrest Sowore after attending Nnamdi Kanu’s Court proceeding

Omoyele Sowore was taken into custody by security officers at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, shortly after

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1 week ago Policeman arrested for shooting at civilian’s vehicle in Asaba

The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a police officer who was caught in a viral video shooting at a moving vehicle in Asaba, the state capital.

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1 week ago ADC Mum On Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Faults Clampdown On Protesters

On Monday, security operatives fired tear gas to disperse protesters who gatherd in Abuja, demanding the release of the IPOB leader. The post ADC Mum On Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Faults Clampdown On Protesters appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Protest: Court remands Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, brother, 10 others in Kuje prison

A Magistrate Court in Kuje, Abuja, has ordered the remand of Nnamdi Kanu’s brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu; his lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, and 10 others in Kuje prison.

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1 week ago Protest: Court Remands Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer, Brother, 11 Others In Kuje Prison

The Magistrate Court sitting in Kuje, Abuja, has remanded Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the brother of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who has been held in custody for about five years by the federal government. Also, Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, was also remanded in prison custody by the court. […]

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1 week ago Police Arrest 4 Sispects For Initiating Toddler Into Cult In Delta

The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected cultists for allegedly initiating a toddler into their group in Sapele, Delta State. A disturbing video of the incident, which surfaced on social media, showed the suspects blindfolding the young child while forcing an alcoholic drink down his throat as part of the initiation ritual. The […]

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1 week ago Police Arrest 4 Suspects For Initiating Toddler Into Cult In Delta

The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected cultists for allegedly initiating a toddler into their group in Sapele, Delta State. A disturbing video of the incident, which surfaced on social media, showed the suspects blindfolding the young child while forcing an alcoholic drink down his throat as part of the initiation ritual. The […]

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1 week ago Police Arrest Suspected Bandits’ Arm Supplier, Others In Kaduna

The command said that the suspect engaged the police operatives in a gun battle before he was subdued and apprehended. The post Police Arrest Suspected Bandits’ Arm Supplier, Others In Kaduna appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Bauchi: Police arrest teenager, six others for plucking sister’s eyes

A teenager, Auwal Dahiru, aged 17, of Bayan Dutse, Wailo, Kubi Ward, Ganjuwa LGA of Bauchi State, has allegedly conspired with five others and lured his seven-year-old sister to the bush, where her eyes were forcefully removed ...

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1 week ago Police Arrest Robbery Suspect Disguised In NYSC Uniform In Enugu

Investigations showed that the suspect robbed a victim using a fake gun before disguising in an NYSC uniform. The post Police Arrest Robbery Suspect Disguised In NYSC Uniform In Enugu appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Police Arrest Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother, Lawyer, Others At #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protest

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPC) have arrested Emmanuel Kanu, younger brother to the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, and his lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, during the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest in Abuja on Monday. Human rights activist and the convener of the protest, Omoyele Sowore revealed this in a […]

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1 week ago Kenneth Okonkwo Demands Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Seeks Political Solution

Kanu, the embattled IPOB leader, has been in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) since his re-arrest in June 2021. The post Kenneth Okonkwo Demands Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Seeks Political Solution appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Protest: Live Bullets Were Fired At Us, Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother Beaten, Arrested — Sowore

He, however, confirmed that no member of his protest team was hit by the live rounds fired. The post Protest: Live Bullets Were Fired At Us, Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother Beaten, Arrested — Sowore appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Police arrest suspects for armed robbery, drug peddling in Abuja

"The arrested suspects include: Manaseh Emmanuel (36), Dogora Ibrahim (21), and Ibrahim Idamusa (40), who are members of a notorious armed robbery gang

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1 week ago Ondo: Police arrest suspected arms manufacturer, recover locally

The suspect confessed to fabricating and selling firearms to individuals within the state, while two other suspects were also arrested

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1 week ago Police arrest five suspects, recover weapons, cannabis in Minna

The raids took place in Tudun-Natsira, Baida, Angwan-Kaje, PZ Area, Sabon-Gari, Abdulsalam Quarters, and parts of Gwari Market, where the suspects were...

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2 w. ago ‘Atiku Right On Nnamdi Kanu’s Case’, Ethnic Leaders Back Call For Political Solution

A coalition of youth leaders under the aegis of the Ethnic Youth Leaders for Peace (EYLP) has thrown its weight behind former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s call for a political resolution to the ongoing trial of the IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, insisting that Atiku’s position was borne out of genuine concern for national peace and […]

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2 w. ago Cultism: Police arrest officers in viral video, begin prosecution

He said that, consequently, an Orderly Room Trial has been scheduled to commence on Monday.

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2 w. ago Lagos Police Arrest 4 Notorious Armed Robbers Linked To Inter

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have said that the Command’s Tactical Squad has smashed a notorious and vicious armed robbery and car-snatching gang responsible for a series of violent attacks on vehicle owners. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Abimbola Adebisi, disclosed that it was a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight […]

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2 w. ago Police Arrest Father For Alleged Rape Of Teenage daughter In Ondo

  The Ondo State Police Command has apprehended a middle-aged man or allegedly serially raping his 15-year-old daughter in Ajue, in the Odigbo Local Government … Continue reading Police Arrest Father For Alleged Rape Of Teenage daughter In Ondo The post Police Arrest Father For Alleged Rape Of Teenage daughter In Ondo appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Northern Group Berates Atiku Over Support For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

A coalition of Northern groups under the aegis of the Northern Youth Frontiers (NYF) has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for his recent declaration supporting planned protests to demand the unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The group described Atiku’s position as “deeply inconsistent and ethically troubling,” […]

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2 w. ago Rivers: Police Arrest Suspected Car Snatcher Seen In Viral Video

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have arrested one of the suspected car snatchers in Choba axis of Port Harcourt, seen on a video that has gone viral on social media. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Grace Iringe-Koko, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Thursday, identified the suspect […]

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2 w. ago Lagos: Police arrest two for stealing Toyota Avensis in Mushin

However, not long after the owner left, Bawa, accompanied by another suspect who is now at large, reportedly returned to the scene to steal the car. Ciroma, who had previously helped the...

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2 w. ago Protesters Decry Insecurity In South East, Fault Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

The protesters gathered at the gate of the National Assembly with placards bearing the images of victims of attacks by gunmen in the region. The post Protesters Decry Insecurity In South East, Fault Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago VIDEO: Protesters Decry Insecurity In South East, Fault Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

The protesters gathered at the gate of the National Assembly with placards bearing the images of victims of attacks by gunmen in the region. The post VIDEO: Protesters Decry Insecurity In South East, Fault Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Rivers Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnappers For Luring Victim Through Dating Site, Collecting ₦200,000 Ransom

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two notorious kidnappers at their hideout in Egwi community, Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. According to the police, the suspects lured their victim through a dating site before abducting her and collecting a ransom of ₦200,000 from her family. READ MORE : Niger Police Arrest Two […] The post Rivers Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnappers For Luring Victim Through Dating Site, Collecting ₦200,000 Ransom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Bauchi Police Arrest Six Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Three Victims

The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended six suspected kidnappers operating in the Toro Local Government Area and successfully rescued three abducted victims without harm. In a statement released on Wednesday in Bauchi, the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Mohammed Ahmed Wakil, said the command acted promptly after receiving a distress call from a vigilant […] The post Bauchi Police Arrest Six Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Three Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police Arrest 6 Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue 3 Victims In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested six suspected kidnappers and rescued three abducted victims during an operation in Toro local government area of the state. The Command, in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Mohammed Wakil, said it received a distress call on September 29, 2025, from a vigilant […]

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2 w. ago Delta Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Two Suspected Drug Dealers

The Delta State Police Command has rescued a kidnapped woman and arrested two suspected drug dealers in separate coordinated operations across the state. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, the two incidents occurred on Saturday in Ovian Aladja and Effurun GRA, respectively. According to the police, officers from the […] The post Delta Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Two Suspected Drug Dealers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Igbos To Shut Down Businesses October 20 As Ohanaeze Youths Plan Aso Rock Protest Over Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention

The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) has called on all Igbos across Nigeria to close their businesses on Monday, October 20, 2025, in solidarity with a peaceful protest march to Aso Rock. The protest aims to demand the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who has been in detention […] The post Igbos To Shut Down Businesses October 20 As Ohanaeze Youths Plan Aso Rock Protest Over Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov Mbah Calls For Political Solution To Nnamdi Kanu’s Detention

The IPOB leader has remained in the custody of the Department of State Services since his re-arrest in Kenya and subsequent extradition to Nigeria in June 2021. The post Gov Mbah Calls For Political Solution To Nnamdi Kanu’s Detention appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Niger Police Arrest Two Over Illegal Firearms Possession, Attempted Homicide

The Niger State Police Command has apprehended two individuals in separate cases involving illegal possession of firearms and attempted culpable homicide. According to the PUNCH, in a statement released on Monday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, explained that on Friday, October 9, a police patrol team from the New-Bussa Division, working with local […] The post Niger Police Arrest Two Over Illegal Firearms Possession, Attempted Homicide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Kano Police Arrest Nine Notorious Robbery Gang Members, Recover Weapons, Stolen Items

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended nine suspected members of a notorious armed robbery gang that has been terrorising communities within the state and neighbouring areas. During a series of coordinated operations across Kano and Kaduna States, the command recovered several rifles, ammunition, and other dangerous weapons from the suspects. Commissioner of Police, Mr. […] The post Kano Police Arrest Nine Notorious Robbery Gang Members, Recover Weapons, Stolen Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Borno Police Arrest Mentally Unstable Woman For Killing Fellow IDP

The Borno State Police Command has apprehended a mentally unstable woman suspected of killing another Internally Displaced Person (IDP) in Monguno Local Government Area. Security analyst Zagazola Makama shared the details of the incident on his X account on Sunday. According to Makama, the tragedy occurred on Friday, October 10, 2025, around 4:35 p.m., when […] The post Borno Police Arrest Mentally Unstable Woman For Killing Fellow IDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police Arrest Mentally Deranged Woman For Killing IDP In Borno

The Borno State Police Command has arrested a mentally deranged woman for allegedly killing a fellow internally displaced person (IDP) in Monguno local government area of the State. Sources said that on October 10, 2025, at about 4:35 p.m., one Modu Kolomi of RRR IDPs Camp reported that a woman identified as Yagana Zara, aged […]

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3 w. ago APC chieftain expresses confidence over Nnamdi Kanu’s freedom

By Romanus Ugwu, Abuja An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Prince Paul Ikonne, has expressed confidence that IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, will regain freedom without political leaders exploiting the release for personal and political advantage. He, however, commended National Assembly members like Honourables Obi Aguoch and Ichita for their efforts in the battle to […] The post APC chieftain expresses confidence over Nnamdi Kanu’s freedom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Delta Police arrest 95 suspected criminals, recover firearms, ammunitions

In its sustained fight against crimes and criminality across the state, Delta State Police Command says she has arrested 95 read more Delta Police arrest 95 suspected criminals, recover firearms, ammunitions

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3 w. ago Jonathan to meet Tinubu over Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention – Sowore

Omoyele Sowore, on Friday, said former President Goodluck Jonathan has promised to engage President Bola Tinubu over the travails of read more Jonathan to meet Tinubu over Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention – Sowore

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3 w. ago Police Arrest 10 Suspected Human Traffickers, Rescue 18 Children In Abia

Police say suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Abia Command. The post Police Arrest 10 Suspected Human Traffickers, Rescue 18 Children In Abia appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Kaduna Police Arrest 26 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons

The Kaduna State Police Command has apprehended 26 suspected kidnappers and recovered locally made guns, weapons, and a portion of ransom money in various operations across the state. According to a statement by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, on Thursday, the coordinated raids were carried out between October 3 and 5, 2025, in collaboration […] The post Kaduna Police Arrest 26 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kano Police Recover Stolen Toyota Hilux, Arrest Female Suspect Attempting Vehicle Smuggling

  The Kano State Police Command has retrieved a stolen Toyota Hilux and taken into custody a woman suspected of trying to smuggle the vehicle out of the country. The recovery followed a swift intelligence-led operation by the Command’s Special Intervention Squad (SIS), which intercepted the suspect along Airport Road in Nassarawa Local Government Area […] The post Kano Police Recover Stolen Toyota Hilux, Arrest Female Suspect Attempting Vehicle Smuggling appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police Recover Stolen Hilux Van, Arrest Female Suspect In Kano

The Kano State Police Command has recovered a stolen Toyota brand Hilux van and arrested a woman who allegedly attempted to smuggle the vehicle out of Nigeria through the border to Niger Republic. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, saying the arrest followed a coordinated intelligence-led […]

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3 w. ago Atiku Abubakar Endorses Sowore’s Campaign For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed strong support for the movement initiated by activist and presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, which seeks the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. In a message posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, Atiku condemned Kanu’s prolonged detention, […] The post Atiku Abubakar Endorses Sowore’s Campaign For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police arrest armed robbery gang linked to death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, Arise News Anchor

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested twelve suspected armed robbers allegedly involved in the violent attack that claimed the life read more Police arrest armed robbery gang linked to death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, Arise News Anchor

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3 w. ago FCT Police Arrest 12 Suspects In Connection With Killing Of ARISE News Anchor Sommie

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended 12 suspected members of an armed robbery gang allegedly linked to the murder of ARISE News Anchor, Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, widely known as Sommie. The gang is also suspected to be responsible for the death of security guard Barnabas Danlami during a robbery incident at Unique […] The post FCT Police Arrest 12 Suspects In Connection With Killing Of ARISE News Anchor Sommie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police arrest robbery gang behind death of Arise News anchor

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 12 suspected armed robbers who carried out the attack that claimed the lives of Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, Arise News staff member and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, at Unique Apartment, Gishiri village, Katampe District, Abuja. It gave the names […] The post Police arrest robbery gang behind death of Arise News anchor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police arrest four suspects for criminal conspiracy, theft in Niger

Tribune Online Police arrest four suspects for criminal conspiracy, theft in Niger “The owner of the motorcycle was later contacted and confirmed the theft, while the suspect was charged in court for prosecution... Police arrest four suspects for criminal conspiracy, theft in Niger Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Police arrest 12 suspects in connection with Arise TV anchor’s death

Tribune Online Police arrest 12 suspects in connection with Arise TV anchor’s death The gang was also linked to the death of a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, during a robbery at Unique Apartments, Gishiri Village, Katampe District, Abuja. Police arrest 12 suspects in connection with Arise TV anchor’s death Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Police Arrest 12 Suspects Over ARISE News Staff Somtochukwu’s Murder

  The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 12 suspected armed robbers allegedly responsible for the gruesome killing of Arise News Channel staff member, Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, during a robbery attack in Abuja. LEADERSHIP reports that the incident occurred in the early hours of September 29, 2025, […]

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3 w. ago Sowore Sets October 20 For Abuja Protest To Demand Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

Activist and former African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has declared that a protest march calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will hold on October 20. Sowore announced the plan on his X account on Thursday, describing the march as “historic” and confirming that […] The post Sowore Sets October 20 For Abuja Protest To Demand Nnamdi Kanu’s Release appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police arrest Amotekun operatives over killings in Osun community

Tribune Online Police arrest Amotekun operatives over killings in Osun community Spokesperson of the Amotekun operatives in Osun State, Yusuf Idowu, has claimed that the state command of the Nigeria Police Force has arrested no fewer than 20 of its operatives in connection with the killings of Akinlalu people. Amotekun spokesperson made this known in an interview in Osogbo on Wednesday. However, Police spokesperson has countered […] Police arrest Amotekun operatives over killings in Osun community Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Niger: Police arrest four suspects for stealing tyres, engine oil

Tribune Online Niger: Police arrest four suspects for stealing tyres, engine oil The police noted that the additional suspects were arrested for buying and receiving the stolen tyres, and that the exhibits were recovered. Niger: Police arrest four suspects for stealing tyres, engine oil Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Kainji Power Plant: Police arrest more suspects over N4.8bn theft

Tribune Online Kainji Power Plant: Police arrest more suspects over N4.8bn theft Niger State Police Command has arrested 13 additional suspects in connection with the vandalism and theft of Kainji Power Plant: Police arrest more suspects over N4.8bn theft Tribune Online

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3 w. ago INTERPOL arrests Nigerian wanted for multiple romance scams in Argentina

By John Ogunsemore A Nigerian identified as Ikechukwu N. has been arrested in Argentina over alleged involvement in multiple romance scams. The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) confirmed his arrest in an X post on Tuesday. According to the post, the suspect was captured by Argentine authorities pursuant to an INTERPOL Red Notice. An INTERPOL […] The post INTERPOL arrests Nigerian wanted for multiple romance scams in Argentina appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police deny arrest of activist in Plateau, describe reports as false

The Plateau State Police Command has dismissed reports claiming that social media activist Ummulkair Abdulmumin Illyasu was arrested, describing the read more Police deny arrest of activist in Plateau, describe reports as false

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3 w. ago Alleged Terrorism: Absence Of Medical Report Stalls Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial

  Justice James Omotosho of the federal high court Abuja, has adjourned the trial  of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi … Continue reading Alleged Terrorism: Absence Of Medical Report Stalls Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial The post Alleged Terrorism: Absence Of Medical Report Stalls Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Three Kidnap Suspects Apprehended In Nasarawa, Locally Made Rifle Recovered

The Nasarawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three suspected kidnappers allegedly involved in the abduction of Miss Favour Francis of Ombi Anzaku. The incident occurred in Lafia Local Government Area, prompting swift action from security operatives to apprehend those connected to the crime. The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in […] The post Three Kidnap Suspects Apprehended In Nasarawa, Locally Made Rifle Recovered appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nasarawa Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers allegedly involved in the abduction of one Favour Francis in the Lafia area of the state. In a statement released on Monday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, via X and sighted by PUNCH Metro, Francis was said to have been abducted around 10 […] The post Nasarawa Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police disrupt violent cult clash, arrest five suspects in Lagos

By John Ogunsemore The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five suspected cultists and prevented the escalation of violent cult clashes in the Onireke and Isashi areas of the state. The arrested suspects, all male, were identified as Victor Christian, 43; Samuel Success, 29; Balogun Emmanuel, 43; Wisdom Chukwuemeka, 28; and Oche Job, 39. In […] The post Police disrupt violent cult clash, arrest five suspects in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police Intercept Illicit Drugs, Arrest Suspected Robbers, Recover Pistols

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have intercepted a truck with Reg. No. 3BGT 18LG driven by one Dennis Uruma, a 52-year-old male of Igalamela local government area, Kogi State and recover large quantities of suspected illicit drugs. A patrol team of “Eagle Net Special Squad”, Asaba, led by the commander, SP Danyaya Yunusa, […]

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3 w. 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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4 w. ago Kano Police Nab Suspected Kidnapper Linked To Village Head Abduction

The Kano State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a man suspected of kidnapping and armed robbery in connection with the abduction of the Village Head of Garun Babba, Alhaji Abdulmumini Mudi Zakari. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed that operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad apprehended […] The post Kano Police Nab Suspected Kidnapper Linked To Village Head Abduction appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Ondo: Police foil assassination attempt on monarch, arrest 10 suspects

Tribune Online Ondo: Police foil assassination attempt on monarch, arrest 10 suspects According to the police spokesperson, the attackers, armed with firearms, knives, machetes, charms, and other dangerous weapons, stormed the community... Ondo: Police foil assassination attempt on monarch, arrest 10 suspects Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Anambra Police Arrest Man For Alleged Gruesome Beheading Of 69

Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, acting on credible intelligence, on 4th October 2025, stormed Aguleri and arrested Obadigbo Emmanuel Anumudu. He is said to be the prime suspect in the gruesome beheading of the late Mrs. Obianuju Akubi, a 69-year-old resident of Umuleri community in Anambra […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Man For Alleged Gruesome Beheading Of 69-Year-Old Woman In Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago 2 Years After, Police Arrest Suspect Over Kano Village Head’s Abduction

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Usman Lawan Baba, also known as “Yellow”, in connection with the 2023 kidnapping of the Village Head of Garun Babba, Alhaji Abdulmumini Mudi Zakari. Police spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Saturday. He said the suspect was picked […]

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4 w. ago Police seal up hotel used by robbers as hideout, arrest 2, recover arms

By Christopher Oji   The Lagos State Police Command busted a Hotel used by armed robbers as their criminal hideout in Mushin area of the state. The Command has arrested two suspects, recovered arms ; ammunition , other criminal incriminating exhibits and sealed the hotel. Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer PPRO SP Abimbola Adebisi, […] The post Police seal up hotel used by robbers as hideout, arrest 2, recover arms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Police arrest suspect supplying bread, custard, other items to kidnappers in Plateau

The Plateau State Police Command has disclosed the arrest of over 12 suspects involved in various crimes, including one Auwal read more Police arrest suspect supplying bread, custard, other items to kidnappers in Plateau

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last month Police Arrest 72 Suspects, Recover Firearms, Rustled Cattles In Adamawa

Adamawa State Police Command has announced the arrest of 72 suspects and recovery of firearms as well as rustled cattle across the state. Police listed the recovered 15 illicit firearms to include AK-47 rifles, locally made pistols and111 round of assorted live ammunition. Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Morris Dankwambo, who gave the […]

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last month Plateau Police Arrest Suspect For Supplying Bread To Kidnappers

Plateau State Police Command has arrested more than 12 suspects linked to various crimes, including kidnapping, in a major security operation. Among those apprehended was Auwal Mohammed, who was caught supplying bread and other items to kidnappers in the Mazah community of Jos North Local Government Area. Briefing journalists at the command headquarters in Jos […] The post Plateau Police Arrest Suspect For Supplying Bread To Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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