3 h. ago CIMICO lauds DSS for arresting suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons

The Sun A civil society organisation, Civil–Military Cooperation (CIMICO), has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for its recent operations arresting several suspected gunrunners and kidnappers, and recovering numerous weapons across Nigeria. In a statement by its coordinator, Adams Otakwu, CIMICO said, “Recent sweeping operations by DSS operatives across the country have helped to […] The post CIMICO lauds DSS for arresting suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago CIMICO lauds DSS for nabbing suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons

Tribune Online CIMICO lauds DSS for nabbing suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons A civil society organisation (CSO), Civil–Military Cooperation (CIMICO), has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for arresting several suspected gunrunners, kidnappers and for recovering several weapons in the process.  A statement by the group’s coordinator, Adams Otakwu, said, “Recent sweeping operations by DSS operatives across the country have helped to stem the tide of […] CIMICO lauds DSS for nabbing suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina

Twelve armed bandits were neutralised on Wednesday during a joint security operation in Kurfi and Safana local government areas of Katsina State, the state government has confirmed. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Mu’azu, made this known in a statement shared with journalists in Katsina. According to the statement, the operation […] The post Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago 26 suspected bandits arrested in connection with persistent abduction in Kogi

About 26 suspected kidnappers have been arrested in a joint operation involving the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) and security agencies. read more 26 suspected bandits arrested in connection with persistent abduction in Kogi

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27 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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5 d. ago Weapons, Counterfeit Cash Recovered As Police Arrest 14 In Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested fourteen suspects over alleged involvement in the circulation of counterfeit currencies. Lawan Shiisu, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Jigawa State Command, stated on Friday that the suspects were arrested on Thursday in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area. As reported by the News Agency of Nigeria, Lawan […] The post Weapons, Counterfeit Cash Recovered As Police Arrest 14 In Jigawa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago June 12 protest kicks off in Abuja under watchful eyes of security forces

A June 12 protest marking Nigeria’s Democracy Day has commenced in Abuja, with demonstrators gathering to voice their discontent over read more June 12 protest kicks off in Abuja under watchful eyes of security forces

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7 d. ago Niger Police Arrest Six Suspected Thugs, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested six suspects for thuggery, disturbance of public peace and possession of dangerous weapons in Minna area of the state. In a statement by Spokesman of the state’s police command, Wasiu Abiodun on Wednesday, identified the arrested individuals as Rabiru Bello, Adamu Nasiru, Aliyu Murtala, Abdullahi Abubakar and […] The post Niger Police Arrest Six Suspected Thugs, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago IGP Egbetokun hosts constitution review c’ttee on national security in Abuja

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun hosts constitution review c’ttee on national security in Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun on Tuesday, hosted the Constitution Review Committee on National Security at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. IGP Egbetokun hosts constitution review c’ttee on national security in Abuja Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Weapons, Hard Drugs Recovered As Police Arrest 27 Criminal Suspects In Kaduna

The Kaduna Police Command has arrested 27 suspected criminals following a raid on hideouts in the Kawo region of the state. Reports indicate that the operation led to the recovery of dangerous weapons such as knives, axes, cutlasses, as well as hard drugs. Mansir Hassan, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed the arrests in a statement made […] The post Weapons, Hard Drugs Recovered As Police Arrest 27 Criminal Suspects In Kaduna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Operation Safe Haven Poised To Rid Plateau, Others Of Criminal Elements

Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) in charge of security in Plateau, Bauchi and part of Southern Kaduna State have recorded several successes in the months of April and May with troops neutralising bandits, recovering arms and arresting notorious gun runners in Plateau and Kaduna states. It all started with the arrest of two members […]

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1 week ago Security Forces Neutralise Suspect, Destroy Criminal Hideout In Anambra

Joint security operatives have killed a suspected member of a criminal gang in Agulu-Ezechukwu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. Tochukwu Ikenga, the police public relations officer (PPRO), disclosed on Saturday that the operatives also set a criminal camp in the area ablaze. He explained that the operatives, made up of members from the […] The post Security Forces Neutralise Suspect, Destroy Criminal Hideout In Anambra appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago We’re ready to stay ahead of emerging threats — IGP Egbetokun

Tribune Online We’re ready to stay ahead of emerging threats — IGP Egbetokun The Inspector General of the Nigeria Police Force, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday in Lagos reaffirmed the force's commitment to staying ahead of emerging security threats. We’re ready to stay ahead of emerging threats — IGP Egbetokun Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Police, local hunters kill four suspected Kidnappers in Delta, recover AK

A joint team of the Nigeria Police Force and local security groups has neutralised four suspected kidnappers during a daring read more Police, local hunters kill four suspected Kidnappers in Delta, recover AK-47 Rifle

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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 IGP assures of adequate security to boost nation’s marine, blue economy

Tribune Online IGP assures of adequate security to boost nation’s marine, blue economy The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Tuesday reaffirmed the commitment of the Force to IGP assures of adequate security to boost nation’s marine, blue economy Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Without Prayer, Nigeria Would’ve Been In Much Worse State – Adeboye

Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has emphasised the vital role of prayer in safeguarding Nigeria, stating that the nation would be in a much worse condition if not for continued intercession. Speaking during RCCG’s monthly Thanksgiving service and a special prayer session for security and paramilitary forces […] The post Without Prayer, Nigeria Would’ve Been In Much Worse State – Adeboye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG replenishes $500m Trust Fund to spur private sector growth, inclusive development 

Tribune Online FG replenishes $500m Trust Fund to spur private sector growth, inclusive development  ALSO READ: Akwa Ibom: Police arrest suspected cultists, recover weapons, charms Established in 1976, the Nigeria Trust Fund provides concessional finance to support critical development projects across low-income African countries. FG replenishes $500m Trust Fund to spur private sector growth, inclusive development  Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Akwa Ibom: Police arrest suspected cultists, recover weapons, charms

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Police arrest suspected cultists, recover weapons, charms Police called on members of the public to collaborate as partners in security management by volunteering useful information Akwa Ibom: Police arrest suspected cultists, recover weapons, charms Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Federal Gov’t Hands Over 7 Modified Armoured Vehicles To Police

The federal government has handed over seven Modified Light Tactical Armoured Vehicles (LTAV) to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to bolster national security and safeguard lives and property across the nation. Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, officially handed over the vehicles to the inspector general of police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, at the headquarters […]

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