Police Ban Fireworks in Imo and Plateau States
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.
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.
HID Awolowo Foundation adjusts women in politics dialogue to hybrid format following Segun Awolowo's death. Event includes special tribute segment. Join the conversation.
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.
President Bola Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police officers from VIP protection. Officers to return to core policing duties nationwide. Read full details.
Delta State Police have arrested Michael Ezenwai, a suspected serial killer and prison escapee linked to multiple violent crimes, including a 2020 UNIBEN student murder. Suspect in custody.
Interfaith Dialogue Forum calls for dialogue amid US genocide allegations. Religious leaders urged to promote peace and avoid retaliation. Read full statement.
ISWAP insurgents attacked Geidam police station in Yobe, killing one officer, burning patrol vans and freeing detainees. Full details of the midnight raid revealed.
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
FCT police prevent kidnapping in Bwari area, engage 30 bandits in gun battle. Two bandits killed, one officer martyred. Commissioner deploys additional security forces.
Afrobeats star D'banj partners with United Nations to launch NYPD initiative, offering cash grants for positive community impact stories. Join the movement today!
Ogun State Police intercept motorcycle rider Godonu Lowe transporting his wife's corpse with violence marks. Suspect in custody as Commissioner urges public tip-offs.
Chief Chekwas Okorie urges the Igbo nation to deploy its democratic strength in the 2027 elections to reverse marginalisation and redesign Nigeria's political map through unity.
Over 6,386 imported containers face detention at Lagos ports, accumulating N472.5 million daily in demurrage charges. Maritime Police blamed for disrupting cargo clearance processes. Read full investigation.
President Tinubu is set to approve the Nigeria Police Pension Board bill, removing officers from CPS. Retirees could earn 85% of emoluments as pension. Read the latest developments.
Nasarawa Police arrest a suspected organ harvester in Lafia, rescuing four young men lured with cash. CP Shettima Mohammed Jauro warns the public to remain vigilant.
Federal Government reopens YEIDEP 2025 application portal offering youth business grants from N50,000 to N500,000. Learn eligibility and application steps.
Kaduna cleric Sheikh Gumi defends his controversial peace missions with bandits, revealing government officials accompany him and explaining the risks involved.
Nigeria's House of Representatives pushes for mandatory 15% women quota in police recruitment to enhance gender equality and improve policing effectiveness nationwide.
House Speaker Abbas Tajudeen advocates for gender-inclusive policing, citing improved justice, accountability and national security. Bill proposes 15% female recruitment quota.
FCT Police Command clarifies stop-and-search incident involving Naval Lieutenant Yerima, denying social media claims of attack. Full details of the Kubwa Expressway encounter revealed.
FCT police command dismisses claims of assassination attempt on Lieutenant Ahmad Yerima, revealing it was routine stop-and-search operation in Abuja.
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi defends his mediation with bandits, revealing details of 2021 Kaduna forest meeting with 600 armed militants. He warns silencing dialogue advocates worsens Nigeria's insecurity crisis.
Edo Police foil cult attack on Benin school, arresting 21 students aged 14-17. Weapons recovered, suspects arraigned. CP urges parental vigilance on teen activities.
Valentine Ozigbo responds to Trump's intervention, urging Nigeria to confront governance failures and embrace electoral reforms. Join the national conversation for change.
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun appoints Mohammed Adamu Dankwara as new DIG for Finance and Administration. This strategic move aims to strengthen police operations.
Lagos CP Olohundare Jimoh reaffirms that police officers have no right to search citizens' phones. He also announced free bail services and improved police-youth relations.
Lagos Police Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh reaffirms his order prohibiting officers from searching residents' phones. Learn about the public's reaction and real-life enforcement challenges.
Tragedy strikes Lagos as armed cultists kill professional hairstylist Sebastine Timothy. Police confirm brutal attack that has left community in mourning. Read full details.