18 h. 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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63 h. ago Bloodbath in Benue/Plateau: IPOB lawyer Ejiofor calls for community self

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Ifeanyi Ejiofor, human rights lawyer and counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has urged indigenous communities in Benue and Plateau States to organise lawful self-defence against ongoing killings by suspected armed herdsmen. Speaking in response to what he called a “blood harvest” before Easter 2025, Ejiofor expressed dismay at […] The post Bloodbath in Benue/Plateau: IPOB lawyer Ejiofor calls for community self-defence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. 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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8 d. ago Otukpo Killings: Mark Condemns Renewed Attacks, Urges Vigilance

Former Senate President David Mark has strongly condemned the recent attacks on communities in Benue State, particularly in Otukpo and Ado local government areas, where suspected armed herdsmen reportedly killed no fewer than 15 people on Tuesday night. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by his special adviser on Media, Paul Mumeh, […]

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8 d. ago PICTORIAL: Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Drugs, Arms In Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested 157 suspects and recovered a large cache of drugs, firearms, and stolen property in a major crackdown on criminal activities across the state. The operation which spanned four weeks was part of the intensified efforts of the new Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Bakori who assumed office on […]

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8 d. 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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9 d. ago Many feared killed as herders renew attacks on Benue community

Panic gripped residents of Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Tuesday evening as suspected armed herders launched a fresh attack, leaving several people feared dead and hundreds displaced. A resident of the area, Edwin Emma, confirmed the assault in a distressed phone call to journalists. “We Read More

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9 d. ago Nigeria Army Destroys Terrorists Hideouts, Neutralizes Two Suspects In Taraba

Troops of 6 brigade Nigeria Army/sector 3 operation whirl stroke have killed two suspected terrorists in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State. It was gathered that some other criminal elements escaped with gunshot injuries in during the fierce battle with the security agents. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Acting […] The post Nigeria Army Destroys Terrorists Hideouts, Neutralizes Two Suspects In Taraba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week 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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2 w. ago Army arrests 43 oil thieves, destroys 14 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

The Nigerian Army, 6 Division said its operatives have arrested 43 suspected oil thieves and recovered 254,000 litres of stolen products in the Niger Delta region. The Army said a total of 14 illegal refineries were also destroyed, while 14 boats used for the illicit activity were destroyed. The Acting Deputy Director 6 Division Army Read More

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2 w. ago Police Foil Armed Robbery Attack On Abuja Estate, Arrest 2 Suspects

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have foiled armed robbery attack at Royal Court Estate, Jahi II, Abuja, and arrested two suspects in the process. LEADERSHIP learnt that the suspects: Rabiu Jubril and Ibrahim Isa, both residents of Tipper Garage, Jahi, had attacked the estate with arms and tried carting away vehicles before operatives […]

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2 w. ago Navy Intercepts 400,000 Gallons Of Stolen Crude Oil In Niger Delta

The Nigerian Navy’s Operation Delta Sanity II recovered nearly 400,000 gallons of stolen crude oil across the Niger Delta in March 2025. Furthermore, over 30 illegal refinery sites were shut down, and numerous suspects involved in arms smuggling and oil bunkering were apprehended by the operatives. Commodore A. Adams-Aliu, the spokesperson for the Nigerian Navy, […] The post Navy Intercepts 400,000 Gallons Of Stolen Crude Oil In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Navy seizes 400,000 litres of stolen crude in Delta operation

Over 400,000 litres of stolen crude oil were recovered by the Nigerian Navy’s Operation Delta Sanity II across the Niger Delta in March 2025. Also, more than 30 illegal refinery sites were dismantled and several suspects linked to arms smuggling and oil bunkering were equally arrested by the operatives. According to a statement on Friday Read More

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3 w. ago Army Arrests 39 Oil Thieves, Dismantles 18 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta

The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has apprehended 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantled 18 illegal refineries in the Niger Delta region. The Army seized 60,000 litres of stolen products during a six-day special operation against oil theft and related crimes in the region. The operation, conducted across three states, was carried out in […] The post Army Arrests 39 Oil Thieves, Dismantles 18 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Police rescue 21 kidnapped victims, recover N4.8m ransom, arms

The Nigeria Police Force has rescued 21 kidnapped victims and recovered N4.8 million ransom, arms, and ammunition in a series of coordinated operations targeting criminal syndicates across the country. The operations, carried out in Taraba and Kano states, led to the arrest of six suspects involved in kidnapping, armed robbery, and illegal possession of firearms, Read More

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3 w. ago Oil theft: Troops arrest 39 suspects, dismantle 18 bunkering sites

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have arrested 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantled 18 illegal refining sites in the ongoing crackdown against crude oil theft (COT) as well as other associated crimes conducted in the Niger Delta Region (NDR) from March 24 to 30, 2025. Acting Deputy Director, 6 […] The post Oil theft: Troops arrest 39 suspects, dismantle 18 bunkering sites appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Soldiers destroy 18 illegal refineries in N’Delta, arrest 39 suspects

The 6 Division, Nigerian Army said it’s operatives have arrested 39 suspected oil thieves and destroyed 18 illegal refineries in the Niger Delta Region. Also, the Army said 60,000 litres of stolen products were seized during the crackdown against oil theft and related crimes in the region. It said the special operation, which lasted for six Read More

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3 w. ago Police rescue four kidnapped victims, arrest 10 suspects in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command said it recorded significant security breakthroughs in the past two weeks, including the rescue of four kidnapped victims, the arrest of 10 suspects, and the recovery of various arms and ammunition. The state Commissioner of Police , CP Ikioye Orutugu, disclosed this while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters in Read More

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3 w. ago Police nab 2,141 suspects, recover N106m stolen properties in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command said on Friday that it has within the first three months of the year arrested 2,141 suspects for various criminal offences ranging from armed robbery to rape and cultism, among others. The command said that within this same period, it has prosecuted 1530 suspects, secured 62 convictions, and recovered properties, Read More

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4 w. ago Delta police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest 3, kill 5 suspects

By Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnapping syndicate operating in Ughelli North Local Government Area and its environs. The operation, however, resulted in the death of five hoodlums, the arrest of three suspects, and the recovery of a cache of arms and ammunition. According to a statement […] The post Delta police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest 3, kill 5 suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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