2 h. 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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2 h. 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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2 h. 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 h. 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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15 h. 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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16 h. ago Alleged attempted murder: NUPENG not using police, court to settle union matter — President tells court

Tribune Online Alleged attempted murder: NUPENG not using police, court to settle union matter — President tells court At the resumed hearing on Wednesday, while responding to questions from Oshomegie, Akporeha told the court that NUPENG had about 150 branches, of which PTD was one, adding that there was no issue of one group working against another within the union. Alleged attempted murder: NUPENG not using police, court to settle union matter — President tells court Tribune Online

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17 h. 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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20 h. 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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24 h. 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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25 h. 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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41 h. 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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46 h. ago 10 Suspects Arraigned Over Alleged Assassination Plot Against Ondo Monarch

  For allegedly attempting to assassinate a traditional ruler, Oba Adeniyi John Adinlewa, the Obaloogun of Igoba Land in Ondo State, no fewer than 10 suspects have been dragged before an Akure Chief Magistrates’ Court. The suspects, led by 32-year-old Tolulope Alo, also known as ‘Asamo’, were arraigned in the court on an eight-count charge […]

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55 h. 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 d. 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 d. 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 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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4 d. 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 d. 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 d. 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 d. 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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