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
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 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.
Rivers State Police Command arrests two suspected car thieves, recovers stolen Toyota Hilux. CP Adepoju commends operatives, urges public cooperation in fighting crime.
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.
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.
Unknown gunmen attacked police patrol teams on Abatete-Eziowelle Road, burning vehicles and causing panic. Anambra Police Commissioner orders enhanced security across state.
Ondo Police confirm arrest of two suspects in connection with fatal stabbing of police inspector during altercation in Akure. Full details on the incident and police response.
Maryam Ilyas, 20, banned from policing after leaking confidential information to her drug dealer boyfriend. Read the shocking details of this security breach.
IGP Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP protection following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to strengthen national security.
Armed assailants wearing military-style uniforms ambushed a joint police patrol in Anambra, leading to a shootout that left one officer injured and a patrol vehicle burnt. Police confirm incident and heighten security.
Ondo Police launch manhunt for Sodiq Ganiyu after unidentified woman found dead in Ore hotel. Two suspects also arrested for police officer's murder in Akure. Stay updated.
Nigeria establishes joint committee to recruit 30,000 police officers, enhancing national security through transparent recruitment process. Learn about this crucial security initiative.
IGP Kayode Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP duties following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to frontline policing to combat crime nationwide.
Two hoodlums have been arrested for stabbing a police inspector to death in Akure, Ondo State. The incident triggered panic and a swift police response. Read more details.
A teenager identified as DMX has died after being shot by a police officer during an argument in Alakia, Ibadan. The incident occurred on Tuesday, November 25.
Nigerian Army troops arrest two criminal herders for trespassing and destroying crops in Makurdi. Swift intervention prevents farmer-herder clash during harvest season.
Delta State Police arrest Tracy Wilson for alleged sexual abuse of her 3-year-old daughter. Video evidence shows mother admitted to ongoing abuse for 8 months. Child tested positive for STD.
Adamawa State Police Command arrests two officers for unprofessional conduct at a Jimeta checkpoint. CP Dankombo Morris orders a full investigation. Read the latest on police accountability.
Five police officers ambushed and killed by herdsmen in Bauchi laid to rest. Commissioner leads funeral ceremony as manhunt for perpetrators intensifies.
Former Regina police sergeant Robert Semenchuck admits using law enforcement databases to pursue relationships with dozens of women. Sentencing set for January 23.
Adamawa State Police Command arrests two officers for unprofessional conduct during vehicle search. Commissioner Dankombo Morris orders full investigation into the incident.
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police escorts from VIPs nationwide. Officers to return to core policing duties in underserved communities. Will this time be different?
IGP Kayode Egbetokun says criminals willing to surrender are welcome, but police operations against criminal networks will intensify. Learn about Nigeria's security strategy.
Gombe State Police Command refutes claims of ECWA Church attack in Kashere, confirms officers were stationed throughout the day. Authorities vow to investigate misinformation source.
Former Senator Shehu Santi reacts to President Tinubu's order withdrawing police from VIPs, warning it may not be implemented despite security crisis. Read full analysis.
Police commands in Imo and Plateau states impose total ban on fireworks during Christmas festivities to prevent injuries and maintain public safety. Violators face arrest.
Five police officers killed, two injured as herdsmen ambush tactical team in Bauchi. Police confirm several attackers neutralized during the gun battle in Sabon Sara village.
Five Nigerian police officers were killed and two injured in a brutal ambush by armed bandits in Bauchi State. The officers were on patrol duty when attacked. Read full details.
President Bola Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police officers from VIPs, redeploying them to core policing duties. 30,000 new officers to be recruited. Read the full story.