27 h. ago Camper’s Death: Police Demand Prior Notification For Hiking, Camping Activities In Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has announced that prior notification is now mandatory for any hiking or camping activities in the Territory. The directive was communicated in a statement signed by the spokesperson for the FCT Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, on Tuesday. “The FCT Police Command advises […]

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3 d. ago “We Don’t Kill, Injure Security Agents” – Shiite Denies FCT Police Claims, Says 380 Members Arrested During Rally

Islamic Movement of Nigeria, also known as Shiite group, has denied a report by Federal Capital Territory Police Command, claiming that its members killed a security operative and injured two during a clash that occurred on Friday. IMN also said that some yet to be ascertained persons among the group were killed by security agents, […] The post “We Don’t Kill, Injure Security Agents” – Shiite Denies FCT Police Claims, Says 380 Members Arrested During Rally appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Shiite deny police claims, says six members killed, 380 arrested

The Islamic Movement of Nigeria, popularly known as the Shiite group, has disputed claims by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command that its members killed a security operative and injured two during the clash that erupted on Friday as a result of their procession. The IMN also said the death of six of its members Read More

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4 d. ago Shiite denies police claims, says six members killed, 380 arrested

The Islamic Movement of Nigeria, popularly known as the Shiite group, has disputed claims by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command that its members killed a security operative and injured two during the clash that erupted on Friday as a result of their procession. The IMN also said the death of six of its members Read More

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4 d. ago One Killed, Two Injured, 19 Arrested As Shiites, Security Operatives Clash In Abuja

At least one person has been killed and two injured following a clash between members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria also known as Shi’ites, and security agents at Banex Plaza Abuja. It was gathered that the unfortunate incident happened when confrontation erupted between the group and security operatives on Saturday. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt […] The post One Killed, Two Injured, 19 Arrested As Shiites, Security Operatives Clash In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Police arrest 19 suspects after violent attack by Shi’ite in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 19 suspects in connection with a violent attack on security operatives read more Police arrest 19 suspects after violent attack by Shi’ite in Abuja

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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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6 d. ago FCT Police Commissioner Unveils Plan To Use Drones, Tech To Reduce Crime

The newly appointed Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory, CP Ajao Saka Adewale, has vowed to tackle crime in Abuja using cutting-edge technology, including drones. This strategy is part of his plan to implement intelligence-led policing, which focuses on proactive, data-driven approaches to prevent and combat crime. By leveraging technology and intelligence gathering, […] The post FCT Police Commissioner Unveils Plan To Use Drones, Tech To Reduce Crime appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Adewale, FCT police commissioner assures residents of adequate security, calls for cooperation

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ajao Adewale, said the police under his command would ensure that FCT residents were safe and secured in their homes, workplaces and public spaces. This is just as the commissioner has urged FCT residents to remain vigilant, report […] The post Adewale, FCT police commissioner assures residents of adequate security, calls for cooperation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 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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7 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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8 d. ago Security Agents Kill Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Victim In Anambra

A member of a five-man kidnapping gang has been neutralised by a joint security team in Ihiala, Ihiala local government area of Anambra State. The security team comprising personnel of the Nigerian Police, military and Ihiala vigilante also rescued a kidnap victim which the hoodlums were trying to escape with in a black shuttle bus […]

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8 d. ago ASF France Trains Journalists, Security Agents On Digital Rights

Country director of Avocats Sans Frontiers (ASF) France, Angela Uwandu Uzoma-Iwuchukwu,  has called for the establishment of comprehensive digital rights legislation tailored to address the nuances of cybersecurity. She made the call during a two-day training session held in Abuja. The session was organised by Advocta Sans Frontieres Franc in collaboration with the Centre for […]

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9 d. ago Adeleke vows clampdown on communal conflicts as community urges Tinubu’s intervention

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday, visited areas affected by the communal clashes in Ilobu, Ifon and Erin Osun communities, condemning the large-scale destruction of properties. Adeleke charged the security agents to go after the perpetrators. What initially started as boundary disputes between Ifon and Ilobu communities in the early hours of last Friday, Read More

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9 d. ago Insecurity: IGP commends officers for rescuing kidnap victims in FCT, Anambra

Tribune Online Insecurity: IGP commends officers for rescuing kidnap victims in FCT, Anambra Police operatives, alongside personnel, on Sunday rescued a female officer of the Nigerian Navy and two other individuals who were abducted by gunmen on Friday in the Mpape Area of the FCT. Insecurity: IGP commends officers for rescuing kidnap victims in FCT, Anambra Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Police, military, rescue abducted Naval officers, others, arrest 4 kidnapers

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory(FCT), Police Command in collaboration with the military has successfully rescued the kidnapped naval officer, along with two civilians, who were abducted by criminals in Mpape, Abuja, on March 21. The police also announced the arrest of four suspects and recovered the sum of N3.2 million, suspected to […] The post Police, military, rescue abducted Naval officers, others, arrest 4 kidnapers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Zamfara Gov Mourns As Suspected Bandits Kill 10 Security Agents

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has mourned the death of six local security agents popularly known as Askarawa and four local vigilantes, who were killed by bandits in Anka Local Government Area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the operatives on Saturday, were returning from a successful joint operation led by the Nigerian Army, […] The post Zamfara Gov Mourns As Suspected Bandits Kill 10 Security Agents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Security Operatives Rescue Kidnapped Naval Officer In Nasarawa Forest

Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of Nigeria Police, in collaboration with the military, personnel of the Department of State Services (DSS) and local hunters have rescued a kidnapped naval officer, Cynthia Akor along with two civilians, who were abducted on Friday by armed criminals in the Mpape area of Abuja. This is […]

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1 week ago Police Arrest Nine Suspected Thieves In Gombe, Recover Stolen Items

Gombe State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with armed robbery, thuggery, and substance abuse in the state. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Buhari Abdullahi on Friday, disclosed that security agents also recovered several stolen items, including phones, ATM cards, and cash from the suspected criminals. Abdullahi reaffirmed the command’s commitment […] The post Police Arrest Nine Suspected Thieves In Gombe, Recover Stolen Items appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police Confirm 6 Dead, 14 Vehicles Razed In Abuja Trailer Explosion

The FCT Police Command of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has confirmed the death of six persons in the trailer accident that occurred in Karu axis of Abuja on Wednesday night. The police also said 14 cars were burnt in the terrible accident. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Josephine Adeh, who stated this on Thursday, […]

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