5 h. ago FCT police arrest 3 notorious kidnappers, gun runner, others in shootout

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three notorious kidnap suspects long wanted for a series of high-profile abductions and murders within the FCT and its environs, marking a major operational success in its ongoing effort to combat violent crimes. Police Public Relations Officer Josephine Adeh, who made this […] The post FCT police arrest 3 notorious kidnappers, gun runner, others in shootout appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnap Suspects After Receiving Ransom

Operatives of Edo State Police Command have arrested three kidnapping suspects, who had collected millions of naira as ransom from 11 victims between January and April 2025. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Moses Yamu on Wednesday, disclosed that the kidnapping syndicate had been terrorizing Benin City and its environs. Moses also identified the […] The post Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnap Suspects After Receiving Ransom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Ogun Police Arrest Wanted Serial Kidnapper, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Ogun State Police Command have apprehended a wanted serial kidnapper identified as Clement Elijah. It was gathered that Elijah, who was linked to a kidnapping incident at Ajelanwa area of the state, has been on the run since 2024. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that two of his accomplices were taken into custody while the […] The post Ogun Police Arrest Wanted Serial Kidnapper, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago June 12: CSOs storm streets in Osun, demand immediate implementation of Abiola’s policies

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A coalition of Civil Society Organisations on Thursday stormed major streets in Osogbo, Osun State, in a rally for the remembrance of the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola. The CSOs had converged on Ayetoro Junction and later barricaded the popular Olaiya Junction for about an hour, where they addressed residents. […] The post June 12: CSOs storm streets in Osun, demand immediate implementation of Abiola’s policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Suspect Flees As Nasarawa Police Recover Arms, Motorcycle During Stop

Operatives of Nasarawa State Police Command have recovered an AK-47 rifle, ammunition and a suspected stolen motorcycle in a stop-and-search operation carried out along Giza-Kadarko road, Keana Local Government Area of the state. In a statement on Sunday by Spokesman of the state’s Police Command Ramhan Nansel, on Sunday, disclosed that the operation followed a […] The post Suspect Flees As Nasarawa Police Recover Arms, Motorcycle During Stop-And-Search appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rivers Police Recover Stolen Car, Arrest Suspect With Seven Master Keys

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a suspected car thief, Felix Clark, along Abacha Road in the GRA area of Port Harcourt. The police stated that the suspect was intercepted while riding a bicycle during a routine patrol. During a search of the suspect, officers found seven master keys on him, and later recovered […] The post Rivers Police Recover Stolen Car, Arrest Suspect With Seven Master Keys appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police arrest 1,774 suspects for murder, kidnapping, robbery, others in two months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Wednesday, June 4, announced that operatives of the Nigeria Police Force arrested no fewer than 1,774 suspects for murder, kidnapping, cultism, and armed robbery across the country in the past two months, in a sweeping crackdown on criminals terrorising the peace in the […] The post Police arrest 1,774 suspects for murder, kidnapping, robbery, others in two months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police arrest 1,774 suspects, rescue 476 victims in two months, says IGP

Olukayode Egbetokun, Inspector-General of Police, has disclosed that the Nigeria Police Force arrested 1,774 criminal suspects and rescued 476 kidnapped read more Police arrest 1,774 suspects, rescue 476 victims in two months, says IGP

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2 w. ago Imo Police Raid Criminal Hideout, Arrest One Suspect, Recover Dangerous Weapons

One suspected criminal has been arrested, following a raid by operatives of Imo State Police Command in his hideout, located in Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that two AK-47 rifles, including other dangerous weapons were recovered from the criminal element on the 30th of May, 2025. In a statement […] The post Imo Police Raid Criminal Hideout, Arrest One Suspect, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Lagos: Immigration hands over suspected ritualist, Obieze, to Police

Tribune Online Lagos: Immigration hands over suspected ritualist, Obieze, to Police His arrest came after security agencies received credible intelligence linking him to kidnapping and alleged ritual killings in Isiagu Community, Enugu State. Lagos: Immigration hands over suspected ritualist, Obieze, to Police Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Fleeing Enugu Herbalist Nabbed By NIS Over Alleged Ritual Killings

Operatives of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) have arrested a native doctor, Levi Obieze, popularly known as “E de play, e de show”, who was wanted for a string of heinous crimes, including kidnapping and ritual killings in Enugu State. The arrest was confirmed on Thursday in a statement issued by the Service Public Relations […]

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3 w. ago Yobe Police Storm Kidnappers’ Hideout, Rescue Two, Recover AK

The Yobe State Police Command at Gujba Divisional Police Headquarters has uncovered and dismantled a kidnapping hideout, rescuing two abducted individuals and seizing an AK-47 rifle during the operation. In a statement released on Sunday, the police said their operatives collaborated closely with local vigilante groups as part of ongoing efforts to maintain security throughout […] The post Yobe Police Storm Kidnappers’ Hideout, Rescue Two, Recover AK-47 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police storm Edo hotel, arrest kidnapping suspect, recover firearms

By John Ogunsemore The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old kidnapping suspect, Endurance Oviojie, and recovered two firearms and ammunition during an operation at a hotel in the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, CSP Moses Yamu disclosed this in a statement on Sunday night. Yamu said operatives of the […] The post Police storm Edo hotel, arrest kidnapping suspect, recover firearms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 21 Kidnap Victims Rescued In Enugu As Police Neutralize Suspect

The Enugu State Police Command has successfully rescued 21 kidnapped victims across various local government areas following multiple coordinated operations in collaboration with local security groups. One suspect was neutralized, another arrested, and several exhibits recovered, including a firearm and a vehicle. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Daniel Ndukwe on Saturday, the […] The post 21 Kidnap Victims Rescued In Enugu As Police Neutralize Suspect appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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last month Police Rescue 28 Kidnap Victims, Arrest 10 Suspects In Enugu

Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command, alongside with other security agencies have rescued twenty-eight (28) kidnap victims in Enugu. Operatives also arrested ten (10) suspects, all males, and recovered firearms, ammunitions, cash, vehicles, motorcycles, and other exhibits in multiple coordinated operations. Some of the kidnapped persons were rescued by operatives attached to Umumba Police […]

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last month DSS operatives arrest alleged bandit during hajj pilgrimage screening in Sokoto

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have reportedly arrested an alleged notorious bandit and kidnapper in Sokoto during read more DSS operatives arrest alleged bandit during hajj pilgrimage screening in Sokoto

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