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.
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Nigeria Secures Release of 11 Officers from Burkina Faso
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.
NSCDC fires 38 senior officers for misconduct
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.
NSCDC dismisses 58 officers for misconduct
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.
Nigerian Officers Detained in Burkina Faso Break Silence
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 Fixes Dec 19 for 2025 Civil Service Conversion Exam
Oyo State schedules conversion exam for junior civil servants on Dec 19, 2025. Over 250 officers eligible. Commissioner Adelabu outlines strict rules for participation.
NICOWA Calls for Stronger Families to Support Correctional Officers
NICOWA advocates for robust family support systems to enhance the morale of Nigeria's correctional officers, frontline actors in national security. Read the full story.
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.
10 New Songs to Check Out This Week in Nigeria
The final stretch of 2025 brings a massive music drop. Discover the 10 essential new tracks from Shallipopi, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, and more that will define your Detty December playlist.
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.
Appeal Court Upholds Ban on VIO Stopping Motorists
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a landmark ruling, stripping Vehicle Inspection Officers of powers to stop, fine, or confiscate vehicles from motorists. This victory for road users' rights reinforces that only courts can impose sanctions.
NEDC Gives Relief to Families of Slain Bauchi Police
NEDC provides food and non-food items to families of five police officers killed by bandits in Bauchi. The gesture aims to cushion the hardship from the tragic incident.
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.
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.
Dasuki: Appoint Retired Military Officers as Ambassadors
Rep Abdussamad Dasuki urges President Tinubu to appoint retired military officers as ambassadors to boost defence cooperation and national security. Read more.
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?
Nigerian Army Promotes 105 Senior Officers
The Nigerian Army Council has approved the promotion of 105 senior officers to higher ranks. Discover the full list of promoted officers and their new positions in this comprehensive report.
Police withdraw 11,566 officers from VIP protection
Nigeria's Inspector General of Police confirms withdrawal of 11,566 officers from VIP security details following presidential directive. Officers to focus on community policing and national security.
11,566 Police Officers Withdrawn From VIP Duties
IGP Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP protection following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to strengthen national security.
Committee Formed to Recruit 30,000 Police Officers
Nigeria establishes joint committee to recruit 30,000 police officers, enhancing national security through transparent recruitment process. Learn about this crucial security initiative.
Police withdraw 11,566 officers from VIP protection
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.
Police Officer Killed in Akure, Two Suspects Held
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.
Mijinyawa Tasks Newly Promoted Warrant Officers
Maj.-Gen. Farouk Mijinyawa has charged newly promoted Army Warrant Officers at 81 Division to demonstrate exemplary leadership and uphold highest standards of discipline.
Ganduje recruits 12,000 sacked Hisbah officers
Former Kano governor Abdullahi Ganduje establishes Khairun Nas security outfit to absorb 12,000 dismissed Hisbah personnel. New voluntary organization to operate independently from government.
5 Police Officers Killed by Herdsmen in Bauchi
Five police officers ambushed and killed by herdsmen in Bauchi laid to rest. Commissioner leads funeral ceremony as manhunt for perpetrators intensifies.
Tinubu Withdraws Police Escorts From VIPs Again
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?
NBA Bwari gives VIO 7-day ultimatum to quit FCT roads
NBA Bwari Branch demands VIO officers immediately leave FCT highways, citing court order violation. Legal action threatened if non-compliant within 7 days. Read full details.
5 Police Officers Killed in Bauchi Ambush
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.
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