Man Freed from Edo Cell Thanks Harrison Gwamnishu
Onah Abba shares his ordeal of unjust detention and how activist Harrison Gwamnishu helped him and others get bail from Edo State CID. Watch the trending video.
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Activist Harrison Gwamnishu Regains Freedom from Police Detention
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu is free after two weeks in police custody over a controversial N20m ransom case in Edo. He denies arrest, praises police professionalism. Full story inside.
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.
NAF Personnel Released in Burkina Faso, En Route Home
Nigerian Air Force personnel detained in Burkina Faso have been released and are heading to Portugal via Ghana. Get the full details on the diplomatic resolution.
Court Grants Bail to Activist Harrison Gwamnishu
Edo High Court grants bail to activist Harrison Gwamnishu, detained over a controversial N20 million ransom negotiation for an abducted couple. Read the full details of the case.
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.
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.
Court Dismisses Malami's Bail Application
FCT High Court dismisses ex-AGF Abubakar Malami's bail plea, backing EFCC's detention. Justice Hassan cites valid remand order. Full details inside.
Kenyan Priest Opts for Deportation from US
A Kenyan priest and Texas state employee, detained for two months by ICE, chooses voluntary departure. His lawyers call it a strategic legal move to protect future US entry rights. Read the full story.
Reps to Probe Nigerian Aircraft Detention in Burkina Faso
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
House Probes Detention of Nigerian Air Force Crew in Burkina Faso
The House of Representatives investigates the detention of 11 NAF personnel in Burkina Faso, mandates committees to secure their release. Diplomatic efforts ongoing.
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.
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.
Abia Community Protests Leader's Detention in Abuja
Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.
Police to Arrest Officers Still Escorting VIPs
The Nigeria Police Force warns that officers found escorting VIPs will be arrested as the duty is now illegal. Enforcement is ongoing at airports in Abuja and Lagos. Read more.
516 Rights Violations Recorded in Adamawa
The NHRC in Adamawa state documented 516 human rights complaints from January to November 2025. Over half involved family and child abandonment. Report violations for redress.
Police to Arrest Officers on Illegal VIP Escort Duty
Nigeria Police Force warns that officers found escorting VIPs will be arrested. IGP Egbetokun's directive aims to redeploy personnel to tackle insecurity nationwide. Full details.
Cameroon Opposition Leader Dies in Detention, Sparks Outrage
Cameroon faces political turmoil as 74-year-old opposition figure Anicet Ekane dies in military custody. His party alleges medical neglect, while government denies wrongdoing. Read the full story.
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?
Tinubu's Security Order Sparks Calls for Police Restructuring
President Tinubu's emergency security order for police recruitment faces scrutiny. Experts argue Nigeria's problem is not manpower shortage but poor management of existing human capital. A retired professor advocates for merging units and ending wasteful
Cameroon Opposition Leader Dies in Detention at 74
Cameroonian opposition figure Anicet Ekane has died in military custody. His lawyers allege denial of medical care. The death could heighten tensions after disputed elections.
PSC Alerts Public to Fake Police Recruitment Portal
The Police Service Commission warns citizens about a fake recruitment portal circulating on social media. No official recruitment is ongoing. Learn how to spot scams and rely on verified channels.
Taraba Police Clarify Officer's Arrest During Army Operation
Taraba Police Command clarifies an officer detained during an army raid was on lawful duty, not linked to militia. Army neutralised four militia members in Karim Lamido. Read official details.
Sylva's aides still detained by EFCC - Media aide
Four aides of former Minister Timipre Sylva remain detained by EFCC despite his cooperation. Julius Bokoru demands due process and their immediate release.
Rivers Police Arrest Car Thieves, Recover Vehicles
Rivers State Police Command arrests two suspected car thieves, recovers stolen Toyota Hilux. CP Adepoju commends operatives, urges public cooperation in fighting crime.
Tinubu Commits to Equip Police Against Insecurity
President Tinubu reaffirms commitment to equip Nigeria Police and security agencies with modern tools and training to combat insecurity. Read about the government's comprehensive security strategy.
Court Dismisses Binance Executive's Detention Suit
A Federal High Court in Abuja dismisses Tigran Gambaryan's rights suit against NSA and EFCC detention. Judge rules it obstructs criminal probe into Binance. Full details inside.
Policeman Shoots Teenager Dead in Ibadan
A trigger-happy police officer shot dead teenager DMX in Ibadan after an altercation. The victim bled to death despite being rushed to hospital. Read full details.
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