Abuja-Kaduna Expressway Abduction: Two Women Rescued
Niger State Police rescue two women kidnapped in Abuja, found abandoned on Abuja-Kaduna expressway. Victims sprayed with chemical, robbed after ransom failed. Full story.
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Suspected robber arrested for attempted murder in Niger
Niger State Police arrest Mohammed Adamu for the attempted murder of a commercial motorcyclist and theft of his bike. The victim is receiving treatment. Read the full story.
Police Inspector Commits Suicide in Niger State Custody
A Police Inspector attached to Niger State Government House has reportedly died in detention after arrest for alleged arms dealing with bandits. This is the second such incident in a week.
Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Niger State's N1.073 Trillion 2026 Budget Signed
Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.
Expert Calls for Better Funding, Training for Nigeria Police
Police Supernumerary Chief Superintendent Olatokunbo Edun urges the government to fund and equip the Nigeria Police Force to global standards, citing her positive experience with Chinese police.
PINL Gives Free Medical Care, Palliatives to 800 in Niger Delta
PINL security firm provides free medical outreach and palliatives to over 800 persons in Bayelsa host communities. The initiative aims to secure pipelines and mitigate flooding impacts. Read more.
Police DSP Dies by Suicide During Arms Probe in Niger
A Deputy Superintendent of Police in Niger State shot himself during an audit into missing AK-47 rifles and ammunition. Four officers arrested for negligence.
Police Officer Fatally Shoots Himself During Arms Audit in Niger
DSP Abdullahi Isah dies after shooting himself during a routine arms audit in Minna. The officer was under investigation for illegal ammunition dealings. Full details inside.
Man kills childhood friend over sachet water in Niger
Niger State Police arrest Abdulazeez Abubakar for allegedly stabbing Sadiq Sani to death after an argument over 'pure water'. Read the shocking details of the tragedy.
Man stabs friend to death over pure water argument in Niger
A minor dispute over sachet water for ablution turned fatal in Minna, as a 23-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 20-year-old friend. Police have arrested the suspect. Read the shocking details.
Police DSP Kills Self Over Arms Supply to Bandits
A Deputy Superintendent of Police in Niger State shot himself dead after being implicated in supplying AK-47 rifles and ammunition to bandits. Full details of the shocking incident inside.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Dies During Meeting in Abakaliki
Assistant Commissioner of Police Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola tragically slumped and died during a management meeting in Ebonyi State. Get the full details on this shocking incident.
Niger State Governor Sacks 30 Special Advisers
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disengages 30 aides to reorganise his administration for efficiency under the New Niger agenda. Read details of the strategic shake-up.
Niger Gov Calls for Prayer for Kidnapped Schoolchildren
Niger State Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago appeals for prayers for the safe return of the remaining abducted pupils of St Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. He made the call at a dinner with journalists.
Eight Suspects Arraigned for Child Trafficking in Niger
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.
Notorious Child Kidnapper Arrested in Niger State
Niger State Police arrest suspected kidnapper Aminu Ahmed for abducting three children in Kontagora and collecting over N2 million in ransom. Full details of his confessions inside.
Female arms courier arrested with 2,500 ammunition
Niger State Police apprehend a 35-year-old woman, Zuwaira Usman, transporting 2,500 AK-47 rounds. The suspect reveals a criminal network spanning Kaduna and Delta states. Read the full details of the interstate arms smuggling bust.
Burnt Body Found in Uncompleted Minna Building
A decomposing, partially burnt body discovered in Talba Estate, Minna. Police investigate as family of the father-of-seven disputes suicide claims. Residents urged to stay vigilant.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed After Bandit Kidnapping
The Nigerian government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State earlier this year. Read the full details of the rescue operation.
Police Hunt Officers Still Escorting VIPs, Deploy Task Force
Nigeria Police Force begins nationwide enforcement of President Tinubu's order withdrawing police escorts from VIPs. A special task force monitored Lagos with plans to extend checks across all states. Read more.
Minna Kidnap Victim, 13, Rescued in Gombe After Escape
Niger State Police rescue Saifullahi Daddi, 13, who escaped his abductors after being taken from Minna market. The boy was found wandering in Gombe State. Contact police for details.
Stakeholders Fine-Tune Plan to Recruit 50,000 Police Officers
Key agencies meet to ensure a transparent, tech-driven recruitment of 50,000 police officers, emphasizing federal character and gender inclusivity. Follow the process here.
PSC Plans Recruitment of 50,000 Police Officers
The Police Service Commission has held a stakeholders meeting to plan the transparent, technology-driven recruitment of 50,000 new police officers, emphasizing Federal Character and gender inclusivity. Learn the details.
70 Years of Women in Nigerian Police Force Celebrated
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and top officials honor Nigerian policewomen's 70-year legacy of courage and service, urging more women to join the force. Read the inspiring details.
Two Pastors Arrested in Niger Child Trafficking Ring
Niger State Police have arrested three more suspects, including two pastors, and rescued three additional children sold for N3.7 million. A total of nine children have now been recovered in the ongoing investigation.
Tinubu's Police VIP Guard Directive Faces Major Hurdles
President Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs ignores deep-rooted issues of underfunding and political patronage within the Nigeria Police Force. Can it work?
Niger Puts Nationalized Uranium on International Market
Niger's military junta announces sale of Somair uranium globally, defying France's Orano. This move marks a major geopolitical shift towards Russia and impacts Europe's energy security. Read the full analysis.
4 Catechist's Kids Among 265 Abducted Niger Students
Bishop Bulus Yohanna discloses a catechist's four children are among 265 missing students from St. Mary's school in Niger. Parents' protest was halted. Pray for their safe return.
Parents Protest Niger Govt Inaction Over Abducted Pupils
Parents of 300+ abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School protest government negligence. Eight days later, children remain captive as international concern grows.
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