4 h. ago Police Nab 2 Suspected Cult Leaders, Female Informant In Akwa Ibom

The anti-cult operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have averted a bloody rival cult war, apprehending two gang leaders of the Ku Klux Klans (KKK) confraternity and one female accomplice suspected to be their girlfriend and informant. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, DSP Timfon John who addressed Journalists in Uyo […]

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7 h. ago Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has nabbed three suspected armed robbers and cultists who were allegedly terrorising communities along the Calabar-Itu road axis, and recovered firearms. On Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, released a statement in Uyo to this effect. “Following credible intelligence regarding an impending cult clash along the Calabar-Itu […] The post Police Nab Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Firearms In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Police nab suspected robbers, cultists planning attack in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three suspected robbers and cultists along the Calabar-Itu Road axis, near Uyo, read more Police nab suspected robbers, cultists planning attack in Akwa Ibom

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22 h. 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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31 h. 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 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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4 d. ago Ekiti Court Sentences Five Armed Robbers To Death By Hanging

An High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State has sentenced five men, identified as Ojo Tope, Damilola Christopher, Joshua Adegoke, Aderopo Temitope, and Oyedele Oluwatobi to death by hanging for armed robbery. Delivering judgment on Tuesday, Justice Olalekan Olatawura held that the defendants were found guilty of conspiracy, murder, and armed robbery. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt […] The post Ekiti Court Sentences Five Armed Robbers To Death By Hanging appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have busted a storage facility where dangerous weapons are being kept and recovered some firearms in the Ikot Ekpene local government area of the state. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, Timfon John, on Saturday, disclosed that a joint operation led by security agents resulted in the […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Troops Neutralise Suspected Armed Robbers In Plateau Community

Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) have foiled a criminal attack on Teegbe Village in Bassa local government area of Plateau State, neutralising the suspected criminals. The attack which occurred in the village was met with strong resistance from troops who responded to a distress call from one of the residents. According to a statement […]

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1 week ago Two Officers Injured As Police Neutralise Most Wanted Armed Robber In Kano

At least two officers have been hospitalized, while one suspect killed in a clash between operatives of Kano State Police Command and some hoodlums, said to be armed robbers in the state. In a statement on Wednesday by Spokesman for the state’s Police Command, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed that security agents responded to a distress call […] The post Two Officers Injured As Police Neutralise Most Wanted Armed Robber In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Boy who stood before Obi’s convoy demands N100m after release

A teenager, Alabi Quadri, who was freed on Thursday after being incarcerated for three months following his arraignment by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command on allegations of armed robbery, has demanded N100m in compensation from the police. Quadri became an internet sensation after standing in front of the convoy of the 2023 Labour Read More

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2 w. ago Police nab suspected land grabbers with guns, charms in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested two suspected land grabbers who attempted to attack homeowners at Wood Island Estate in the Ishawo area of Ikorodu in Lagos State. PUNCH Metro reported that about 100 houses were demolished after the suspected land grabbers invaded the estate last year. Another attempt made by the thugs on Read More

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2 w. ago Court Clears Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Of Armed Robbery Charge

A Lagos State Chief Magistrate Court on Thursday struck out an armed robbery charge filed against 17-year-old boy, Alabi Quadri, who gained attention ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. The Magistrate, Adetola Olorunfemi freed Quadri following the legal advice […]

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2 w. ago Police nab drug dealers, seize ₦3.5m worth of tramadol in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of tramadol tablets worth ₦3,500,000.00 in a bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. According to a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Abubakar Sadiq made available to newsmen on Read More

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2 w. ago Man To Die By Hanging For Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery In Ekiti

An Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced one Owoeye Rotimi Ojo to death by hanging for attempted murder and armed robbery. Fifty-one-year-old Ojo was arraigned before the court presided over by Justice Lekan Ogunmoye on August 25, 2023, on four-count charge bordering on conspiracy, attempted murder and armed robbery. The defendant alongside […]

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2 w. ago Kano Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs, Dangerous Weapons (Pictures)

Operatives of Kano State Police Command have arrested 157 suspects involved in armed robbery and thuggery. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Ibrahim Bakori on Wednesday, disclosed that some dangerous weapons and suspected tramadol tablets valued at over N150 million were recovered from the criminal elements. Bakori said that the firearms, which were allegedly […] The post Kano Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs, Dangerous Weapons (Pictures) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police dismantle gun smuggling ring in Kano, seize 19 rifles

The Kano Police Command has arrested 157 suspects involved in armed robbery, thuggery and other violent crimes within the last one month. The state police commissioner, Ibrahim Bakori made the disclosure during a news conference on Wednesday where he noted the achievements recorded since he assumed duty as CP in Kano State. He stated that Read More

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2 w. ago Ekiti court sentences two to death for kidnapping, armed robbery

An Ekiti State High Court, Ado Ekiti Division, on Monday sentenced two persons to death by hanging for armed robbery and kidnapping. The court also jailed them for life for the offence of conspiracy. The defendants, Onileowo Rotimi (42) and Adetola Ayodele (42) were tried and found guilty on three count charge bordering on conspiracy, Read More

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3 w. ago FCT Police Arrest Two Armed Robbers, Recover Stolen Vehicles After Gun Battle

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested two notorious armed robbers terrorising the nation’s capital. SP Josephine Adeh, the command’s spokesperson, said in a statement on Sunday that the arrest came in response to a distress call on March 27 about an “ongoing robbery” at Royal Court Estate, Jahi II. She stated that […] The post FCT Police Arrest Two Armed Robbers, Recover Stolen Vehicles After Gun Battle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police nab three suspected kidnappers following Benue passengers’ abduction

Security operatives have arrested three suspected kidnappers in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. The suspects were apprehended on Sunday around Ogoli-Ugboju in the local government area. The arrests come after residents of Otukpo town held a protest last Tuesday, demanding action against the rising insecurity in the area and nearby communities. In response, Read More

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