8 h. ago IGP Rejigs Police Mobile Force, Withdraws Personnel From Unauthorised Duties

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the immediate reorganisation of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) as part of efforts to strengthen internal security and enhance operational readiness. The directive was unveiled during a conference with PMF Squadron Commanders at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday. A statement signed by the Force […]

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69 h. ago Operation Udo Ga Achi has stemmed criminality in Anambra –Ogidi monarch

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The traditional ruler of Ogidi community in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State, Igwe Alexander Onyido, has stated that the launch of the special security architecture codenamed Operation Udo Ga Achi/Agunechemba by the Chukwuma Soludo administration has stemmed the tide of criminality in the state thereby making the residents feel much […] The post Operation Udo Ga Achi has stemmed criminality in Anambra –Ogidi monarch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Kogi clarifies security operations in western senatorial districts

The Sun The Kogi State government has provided details on recent security operations in Mopamuro, Kabba/Bunu, Ijumu, and Lokoja Local Government Areas. The operations, conducted by a combined team of security agencies, targeted criminal elements threatening the state’s peace. Security forces engaged bandits in intense gunfire, disrupting their activities. “The camps of the bandits suffered […] The post Kogi clarifies security operations in western senatorial districts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Imo Police Apprehend Three Suspected ESN Members, Recover AK

The Imo State Police Command has apprehended three suspected Eastern Security Network (ESN) members in Okigwe Local Government Area. The suspects were captured by the command’s tactical section in coordination with local vigilante groups, according to Henry Okoye, the state police spokesperson, in a statement issued on Friday. Okoye stated that the suspects, identified as […] The post Imo Police Apprehend Three Suspected ESN Members, Recover AK-47, N10.3m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Full list of phones that WhatsApp will no longer work on in May 2025

Users of older mobile phones will no longer be able to access WhatsApp from May 5, 2025, as the messaging platform phases out support for select devices. This move is part of Meta’s ongoing efforts to maintain security and ensure optimal performance across newer hardware and operating systems. The decision will affect both WhatsApp and Read More

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6 d. ago Kaduna boy, 7, loses legs after father’s hot water punishment for biscuit theft

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State Government, through its Ministry of Human Services and Social Development, has rescued 7-year-old Abubakar Sani, whose father, Sani Tanimi Maishago, allegedly poured hot water on his legs as punishment for stealing biscuits in Lere Local Government Area. The father reportedly tied Abubakar’s legs before the act and, with […] The post Kaduna boy, 7, loses legs after father’s hot water punishment for biscuit theft appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash

Auctions 500 jerrycans, two drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger From John Adams Minna The Nigerian Customs Service has expressed great concern over the growing security challenges, especially in parts of the north, saying that the activities of bandits and other insurgents is hampering its operations. The Comptroller General of the Customs Service, […] The post Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Investors rage: Police, Amotekun take over CBEX office in Oyo

Members of the Nigeria Police and Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Operation Amotekun, took over the CBEX office at Oke-Ado in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday. This action followed the invasion of the online financial platform by some customers on Monday evening, allegedly over the loss of investments running into millions of naira. Our correspondent’s Read More

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7 d. ago Manager, 2 Others Nabbed For Alleged Theft, Vandalism At Abia Firm

An unnamed facility manager at the moribund Aba Textile Mills Plc located at Aba in Abia State, alongside two other workers, have been arrested for allegedly stealing and vandalising properties at the facility. The Abia State government had recently announced plans to reactivate the company along with Star Paper Mill Limited in the commercial town. […]

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8 d. ago Return home for Easter celebration, Police assures on security in Anambra

As security agencies launch operation zero kidnapping and other violent crimes   From Aloysius Attah and Emmanuel Uzor, Awka   The Police in Anambra state has given the assurance of adequate security and preparedness of the command in Anambra to protect the citizens as Easter celebration gets underway. Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, Ikioye […] The post Return home for Easter celebration, Police assures on security in Anambra appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Zulum Orders Prosecution Of Man In Viral Video Molesting Minor

Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has ordered the immediate prosecution of Bukar Modu, a man shown in a disturbing viral video allegedly molesting a minor (Bashir Gaji). Following the governor’s directive, Bukar Modu was arrested by the security operatives on Saturday night at Umarari in Maiduguri. Zulum gave the prosecution order on Sunday when […]

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9 d. ago FG bans unregistered digital asset exchanges, online forex platforms

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The newly enacted Investments and Securities Act, 2025 (ISA 2025) has made it illegal to operate digital asset exchanges or online foreign exchange trading platforms without formal registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Signed into law by President Bola Tinubu, ISA 2025 significantly strengthens the regulatory framework governing Nigeria’s […] The post FG bans unregistered digital asset exchanges, online forex platforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Local Security Agents Nab Another Four Armed Travellers In Edo, Recover Firearms

Operatives of Edo State Security Network, have arrested four suspected armed travellers in Benin area of the State. In a statement on Saturday by Spokesman for the state’s Police Command, Moses Yamu, identified the suspects as Yusuf Abdulkarim, Mujaheed Garba, Shittu Idris, and Jamilu Habibu. Yamu noted that the arrested individuals were intercepted at Ikpoba […] The post Local Security Agents Nab Another Four Armed Travellers In Edo, Recover Firearms appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Zulum Offers House, Scholarship To Minor Molested In Viral Video

Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has ordered the immediate prosecution of Bukar Modu, a man shown in a disturbing viral video allegedly molesting a minor, Bashir Gaji. Following the governor’s directive, Bukar Modu was arrested by security operatives on Saturday night at Umarari in Maiduguri, the state capital. Zulum gave the prosecution order on […]

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1 week ago Security operatives kill five bandits, arrest three informants in Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command, in collaboration with the military, the Department of State Services, members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps, and the vigilantes have killed five and arrested three bandits in the Dandume Local Government Area of the state. This is contained in a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer DSP Read More

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1 week ago Security Agents Kill 5 Suspected Bandits, Arrest 3 Informants In Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command in partnership with the military, Department of State Services (DSS), Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), and local vigilantes have killed five suspected bandits and arrested three suspected informants during coordinated security operations. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, in a press statement disclosed […]

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1 week ago Mob Lynches Man, Injures Another Over Alleged Dog Theft In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu has ordered a full-scale investigation into the killing on Wednesday, of a man simply identified as Peter over allegation of stealing a dog. LEADERSHIP learned that the deceased’s partner, 38-year-old Dokagk Danladi was also assaulted by a group of youths in a secluded area behind Lushi […]

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1 week ago 1 Bandit Killed As Security Agents Rescue 10 Kidnap Victims In Katsina

One bandit was neutralised as security agents rescued 10 abducted victims during a coordinated operation in Musawa local government area of Katsina State. The victims comprising six women and four men were abducted from the communities of Kiroro, Kabbi, and Dogon Marke by armed bandits. According to a statement by Katsina Commissioner for Internal Security […]

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1 week ago Security operatives rescue 10 kidnap victims, kill 1 bandit in Katsina 

Katsina State Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs announced that joint security operatives have rescued 10 kidnapped victims including six women and four men who were abducted from Kiroro, Kabbi, and Dogon Marke communities, Musawa Local Government Area of the state by armed bandits on Tuesday. A statement by the Commissioner of Internal Security Read More

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2 w. ago How military operation facilitated Gen. Tsiga’s release – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has faulted the claims that military generals contributed money to secure the release of retired Brig.-Gen. read more How military operation facilitated Gen. Tsiga’s release – DHQ

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