A 19-year-old casual watchman has been arrested for the murder of a borehole operator at Gombe State Government House. Police confirm the suspect was caught on CCTV assaulting the victim. Read the full details.
Adamawa State Police Command arrests two men for alleged kidnapping threats in Sarau Belel. Suspects confessed, investigation ongoing. Read more on the police operation.
Police arrest 19-year-old Shuaibu Adamu for allegedly drugging and strangling a borehole operator at Gombe Government House. Full investigation underway.
Nigerian Police arrest two notorious bandit leaders in Kwara, recovering an AK-47, ₦500,000 ransom cash, and a new motorcycle. The gang terrorised four states. Read more.
Nigeria Police arrest two key bandits, Abubakar Usman & Shehu Mohammadu, in Kaiama, Kwara. Recover AK-47, ransom cash, motorcycle. IGP commends operatives.
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.
Kelechi Nwosu was arrested in Isiala Mbano for allegedly defiling his 7-year-old niece. Police confirm medical evidence and pending arraignment. #JusticeForChildren #ImoState
Nigeria Police arrest 22 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. Firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs recovered in major nationwide operations. Read details.
A 29-year-old Nigerian woman, Olajide Esther, was arrested in Bengaluru, India, for smuggling 121 grams of cocaine concealed inside sliced bread. Police seized the drugs worth Rs 65 lakh and arrested the intended recipient. Read the full details.
Nigeria's military arrests four police officers in Abuja for providing unauthorised VIP protection, flouting President Tinubu's new order. Full details on the crackdown inside.
Akwa Ibom Police arrest three masquerades for unauthorized street displays and violent assaults. CP Baba Azare confirms enforcement of Governor Umo Eno's executive order. Read details.
Delta State Police arrest Ezekiel, 47, after a fatal fight over a N1000 contribution. The suspect confesses in a video, pleading for forgiveness. Full story and details inside.
Anambra Police arrest five men posing as vigilante operatives to rob residents in Awka. Two pump-action guns and a shuttle bus recovered. Read details.
A 25-year-old ex-convict has been arrested in Ondo after a violent attempt to snatch a motorcycle. The victim's cries alerted residents, leading to the suspect's capture. Read the full story.
Sokoto Police Command arrests 'Sai Mallam' cult leader, Mohamed Mokhtar. A shrine was uncovered with fetish items. CP Ahmed Musa warns parents about youth involvement. Read the full story.
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 32-year-old man in Delta State is in police custody for allegedly r@ping his 13-year-old stepdaughter for over a year, getting her pregnant, and forcing her to take abortion pills. Full story.
The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 774 senior officers, including one DIG and seven AIGs, following exams. See the full list of promoted officers and the Chairman's charge.
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.
Nigeria's diplomatic mission led by Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar successfully secured the release of 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel detained in Burkina Faso. Read the full story on the diplomatic resolution.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has dismissed an Assistant Commandant General and 37 other senior officers for gross misconduct and insubordination. A total of 76 officers faced sanctions in 2025 as part of ongoing reforms.
Four South African traffic police officers have been arrested for the murder of 37-year-old Nigerian Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu. The suspects will face court on murder charges. Read the full details.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has dismissed 58 personnel, including senior officers, for offences like insubordination and job racketeering. The Commandant General vows to reposition the Corps.
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.
Bauchi Police apprehend two 19-year-old security guards for allegedly stealing a government Toyota Hilux. The vehicle was recovered at Bauchi Club. Full details on the ongoing investigation.
Lagos Police detain influencer Habeeb Hamzat (Peller) after a viral video shows him driving dangerously and crashing. CP Jimoh warns against promoting unlawful acts online. Read more.
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Eleven Nigerian Air Force officers detained in Burkina Faso appeal to the government for urgent intervention, fearing they will spend Christmas in detention. Get the full story.
Oyo State schedules conversion exam for junior civil servants on Dec 19, 2025. Over 250 officers eligible. Commissioner Adelabu outlines strict rules for participation.
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.