Police Inspector, Girlfriend Held for Missing Rifle in Taraba
A police inspector and his live-in lover are in custody after his service rifle vanished from their home in Taraba. The loaded weapon went missing on Christmas Day. #Taraba #Security
A police inspector and his live-in lover are in custody after his service rifle vanished from their home in Taraba. The loaded weapon went missing on Christmas Day. #Taraba #Security
Nasarawa police neutralised a robbery suspect in a gun duel on Lafia-Obi Road. A locally made pistol was recovered. CP Shetima Mohammed commended the operatives' gallantry.
Oyo State Police apprehend a suspected robber in Ibadan, recovering a stolen TVS motorcycle after a late-night chase. CP Femi Haruna commends officers' swift action. Read details.
Nigerian police arrest two notorious bandits in Kwara, including one from a viral video. AK-47 rifle and N500,000 ransom money recovered. Read the full details of the operation.
Two suspects face court in Nasarawa State for possessing banned knockouts and fireworks. Police warn against use of prohibited explosives, especially during festivities. Read more.
Ogun State Police arrest eight suspects linked to the 'Democratic Republic of Yoruba' for alleged assault on officers and public disturbance in Sango-Ota. Read the full details.
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.
Delta State Police Command has arrested 13 suspected members of the Black Axe cult in a forest raid. Weapons, vehicles, and cult items were recovered. Read the full report.
Delta State Police Command has arrested 13 suspected members of the Black Axe cult in a forest raid, recovering weapons and vehicles. Read the full details of the operation.
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu breaks silence after release from Edo police custody. He clarifies he was not arrested, thanks supporters and police for professionalism. Read full details.
Solewant Group has donated a modern police outpost to the NPF in Alode, Eleme, Rivers State, to improve community security and crime response. Read more.
Imo State Police have arrested four suspects for unlawful possession of banned fireworks in Owerri. SP Henry Okoye confirms the total ban on such explosives. Read the full details.
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.
The Benue State Police Command confirms the recovery of skeletal remains believed to be Inspector Mohammed Yakubu, missing since June 2025. Joint security team mobilized for recovery. Details inside.
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.
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.
Tragedy at Ebonyi Police HQ as ACP Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola slumps, dies from cardiac arrest. The State Intelligence Department head's sudden death shocks the force. Read full details.
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.
A Delta State High Court has restrained the IGP and Nigeria Police from resuming tinted glass permit enforcement. Read the full details and legal implications of this landmark ruling.
Lagos State Police detain influencer Habeeb Hamzat 'Peller' after a viral video showed him driving dangerously and crashing during a live broadcast. The police warn against promoting unlawful acts online.
Lagos police detain TikTok star Habeeb Hamzat (Peller) after a viral video showed him driving dangerously and causing a crash. The Commissioner warns against glorifying lawlessness online. Read the full story.
Ondo State Police confirm arrest of a suspect in the Owo cult killing of 25-year-old Ayodele Peter. Authorities urge public vigilance and cooperation.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo supports state police to tackle Nigeria's security crisis but warns that without sweeping reforms, governors could weaponize it to manipulate the 2027 elections. Read the full statement.
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.
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
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.
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.
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.
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed viral allegations of torture and organ harvesting against its Tiger Base unit. The Commissioner has approved a new Human Rights Desk for oversight.