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Court Serves IGP, AGF Over Sowore's ₦1.2bn Suit

A Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated the Inspector-General of Police and the Attorney-General to respond to Omoyele Sowore's fundamental rights lawsuit. The case is adjourned to March 2026.

Sowore's N1.2bn Rights Suit Against Police Adjourned

A Federal High Court adjourns Omoyele Sowore's N1.2bn fundamental rights suit against the IGP and AGF to March 10, 2026. Read the full details of the case alleging illegal arrest and detention.

Adeleke Seeks IGP's Help Over Aide's Detention

Osun Governor Adeleke criticizes CP Gothan for the unlawful detention of his media aide, Abiodun Adegoke Apesin, and calls on IGP Egbetokun to intervene. Details inside.

IGP Commits to Police Welfare, Capacity Building

IGP Kayode Egbetokun commits to a welfare-driven police force, launching mental health training in Bayelsa. Cross River Governor Otu also reaffirms security partnerships with the Navy. Read more.

Police Leadership Reshuffled: DIG, 17 CPs Redeployed

IGP Kayode Egbetokun has redeployed a Deputy Inspector-General and 17 Commissioners of Police to boost operational efficiency and public safety nationwide. Read the full details of the strategic postings.

IGP Sanctions Unit Head Over Journalist's Arrest

Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun sanctions police unit head for the controversial arrest of FIJ reporter Sodeeq Atanda. Details on the incident and press freedom concerns in Nigeria.

Tinubu Asks NASS to Summon IGP Over State Police

President Bola Tinubu has urged the National Assembly to summon the Inspector General of Police to address concerns and establish safeguards for the creation of state police in Nigeria.

Court Bars Police from Enforcing Tinted Glass Permit

A Delta State High Court has issued an order restraining the IGP and Nigeria Police from resuming tinted glass permit enforcement nationwide. Get the full details on the legal battle and police response.

Woman sues IGP, EFCC, husband over rights violation

Mabel Hussaini files suit against IGP, EFCC, and estranged husband for unlawful arrest and detention. She demands N50m in damages and a halt to police interference in civil matters. Read the full story.

Mbappe Wins €60m Court Case Against PSG

A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. Get all the details on the landmark ruling.

NBA to Sue IGP Over Tinted Glass Permit Resumption

The Nigerian Bar Association threatens committal proceedings against IGP Egbetokun over the police's plan to resume tinted glass permit enforcement, calling it a subversion of the rule of law.

CJN Mandates Virtual Hearings to Clear Court Backlog

Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urges Nigerian courts to adopt virtual hearings to tackle massive case delays. She warns judges against abuse of interim injunctions ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.

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.

IGP, 2 Governors Blacklisted by IPI Nigeria

The International Press Institute blacklists IGP Kayode Egbetokun and Governors Umo Eno, Mohammed Bago for attacks on journalists. Discover the reasons and reactions.

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