12 h. ago Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns

The Kogi State Police Command has urged Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan to cancel her planned Sallah homecoming rally in the Central Senatorial District, citing security concerns. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya, on behalf of the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, the command emphasised the need […] The post Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Kogi: Why your homecoming should be cancelled – Police to Natasha

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been urged to cancel her planned Sallah rally in the Central Senatorial District of Kogi State. The advice was given by the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya. Dantawaye stated that the rally is a breach of the […] The post Kogi: Why your homecoming should be cancelled – Police to Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Delta Police Command, Activist Trade Words Over Death Of Artiste

Young Nigerian Rights Organisation (YNRO) and the Delta State Police command have been trading words over the death of 24-year-old upcoming artist, Paul Obukohwo. While the Commissioner of Police, Olufemi Abaniwonda, has ordered a thorough investigation into the death, vowing to punish any police officer found culpable, the director-general, YNRO, Victor Ojei, said Obukowho was […]

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21 h. ago US imposes sanctions on Hong Kong top cop, justice secretary

The United States on Monday imposed sanctions on Hong Kong’s police chief, justice secretary and other officials over human rights concerns after China clamped down in the financial hub. The sanctions on Police Commissioner Raymond Siu Chak-yee and the others will block any interests they hold in the United States and generally criminalize financial transactions Read More

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66 h. ago Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation

Tribune Online Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation The Delta State Police Command has responded to allegations circulating on social media that officers of its Rapid Response Squad (RRS) tortured one Mr Paul Obukohwo to death. The command has denied these claims, stating that Obukohwo fell ill while in custody and later died in hospital. According to a statement released by the command, […] Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Sallah: Police deploy personnel to enhance security in Katsina

Ahead of Sunday’s upcoming Sallah celebrations, the Katsina State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, said on Saturday that the command has deployed adequate personnel to enhance security. In a statement on Saturday, he said, “The command under the stewardship of CP Bello Shehu has deployed adequate personnel, operational assets, and enhanced visibility patrols Read More

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3 d. ago Police Arrest 2 Suspects Over Alleged Theft Of N35m Mobile Phones In Borno

Borno State Police Command has recovered 61 mobile phones worth N35 million from two suspects arrested in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso announced the arrest and recoveries to Journalists in Maiduguri. ASP Daso said, “The Borno State Police Command, under the leadership of CP […]

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4 d. ago Police confirm officer killed in Abuja Shiites’ attack, 19 arrested

The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory has confirmed the killing of a security operative in a violent attack by the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria. In a statement on Friday in Abuja, the Police Public Relations Officer in the FCT, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed that 19 suspects had been arrested in connection with Read More

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4 d. ago Bandits kill Police officer, community guards, two others in Zamfara

Tribune Online Bandits kill Police officer, community guards, two others in Zamfara Tribune Online gathered that many armed bandits were also killed, including the bandit kingpin Dan Isufu, during the encounter. Bandits kill Police officer, community guards, two others in Zamfara Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Abia PCRC mobilises resources to rebuild destroyed police station

The Chairman of Police Community Relations Committee, Abia State, Iheanyi Igboanulam, says resources are being mobilised to rebuild the Ariaria Police Station destroyed during the end SARS Protest. Igboanulam, who made this known Thursday during the monthly security meeting of the PCRC Abia State, held at the Police Officers Mess Umuahia, said they have also Read More

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4 d. ago Police Nab Suspect For Brutal Murder Of Mother, Sister In Ekiti

The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested a suspect, Victor Lorjaal, from Aba Ile camp in Itaji-Ekiti, for allegedly murdering his mother, Mrs Victoria Lorjaal, and his elder sister, Brenda Lorjaal, through mutilation. In a statement released in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, Police Public Relations Officer SP Sunday Abutu confirmed that the incident occurred on […] The post Police Nab Suspect For Brutal Murder Of Mother, Sister In Ekiti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Police Hand Over N4.85m Recovered Ransom To Kidnap Victim In Kano

The Kano State Police Command has returned the sum of N4,850,000 recovered ransom paid in a recent kidnapping incident to its rightful owner. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa said the victim, a resident of Zakirai Town in Gabasawa local government area, was abducted on March […]

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5 d. ago Cook, others arrested over alleged $35,000 theft, arson in Gombe

The Gombe State Police Command announced the arrest of three individuals on Thursday in connection with the theft of $35,000 and the arson of a house in New GRA, Gombe. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, “On 22/03/2025, at about 2000hrs, a distress call was received from New GRA, Gombe, behind Read More

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5 d. ago I feel ashamed posting weapons recovered from criminals – Delta police spokesman

By John Ogunsemore The Delta Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Bright Edafe has urged parents to properly train their children to reduce criminality in society. He made the call in an X post on Wednesday. The Delta police spokesman said lack of proper home training predisposes children to crime in later life. Edafe, who […] The post I feel ashamed posting weapons recovered from criminals – Delta police spokesman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Chaos In National Assembly As Security Agents ‘Assault’ Journalists

Pandemonium broke out at the National Assembly complex on Wednesday after some overzealous security agents allegedly barred journalists from accessing the legislative building. Consequently, scores of accredited journalists were left stranded, trying to understand what was happening. The Sergeant-at-Arms personnel and Police officers on duty retorted that they were acting on “orders from above” to […]

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6 d. ago Security agents assault journalists, deny access to National Assembly

Some security agents, on Wednesday, barred journalists from accessing the National Assembly. Consequently, some accredited journalists were left stranded. When asked, the Sergeant-at-Arms and police officers on duty claimed they were acting on “orders from above” to prevent those without official permanent identity cards from entering the White House complex. Despite pleas from journalists, who Read More

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6 d. ago Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta

Tribune Online Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have neutralised five suspected kidnappers and arrested three others following an intelligence-led operation in Ughelli North Local Government Area. The operation also led to the recovery of arms and ammunition hidden in a forest. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, […] Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Rwanda to host ‘100 most notable Africans leadership, business summit’

Top economic experts, government officials, entrepreneurs, and policymakers are set to converge in Kigali, Rwanda, for the 100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit 2025. The summit, scheduled for July 4 to 6 at the Marriott Hotel, Kigali, aims to foster discussions on Africa’s economic growth, governance, investment opportunities, and sustainable development. Project Director Read More

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7 d. ago Police detain three officers for alleged extortion of content creator in Lagos

Tribune Online Police detain three officers for alleged extortion of content creator in Lagos LAGOS State police command has detained three officers for allegedly extorting N150,000 from a content creator at Isheri area of the state, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) has reported.  The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development in a post on his X handle (@BenHundeyin) on Monday. “A 21-year-old X user (@netrovertHQ) had […] Police detain three officers for alleged extortion of content creator in Lagos Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Police arrest three officers for N150,000 extortion in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested three officers accused of extorting N150,000 from travellers along the Ikeja-Berger Road. The arrest follows a viral post by one of the victims, Ramadan Adenola, who detailed the incident on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday. Adenola recounted how he and his coworker, identified as @GbReigns, were stopped by Read More

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