The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 774 senior officers, including one DIG and seven AIGs, following exams. See the full list of promoted officers and the Chairman's charge.
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.
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.
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.
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 State schedules conversion exam for junior civil servants on Dec 19, 2025. Over 250 officers eligible. Commissioner Adelabu outlines strict rules for participation.
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.
Benin's presidency confirms President Patrice Talon is safe after a brief coup attempt by soldiers. Loyal forces have restored order. Get the latest details on the unfolding situation.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Rep Abdussamad Dasuki urges President Tinubu to appoint retired military officers as ambassadors to boost defence cooperation and national security. Read more.
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.
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.
Two men arrested for stabbing a police officer to death in Akure, Ondo State. Police debunk social media reports of widespread attacks in the Arakale area. Read the full details.
IGP Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP protection following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to strengthen national security.
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.
Nigerian troops arrest Air Force personnel ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai transporting illegal weapons to Abuja. Suspect claims police connections in shocking security breach.
Maj.-Gen. Farouk Mijinyawa has charged newly promoted Army Warrant Officers at 81 Division to demonstrate exemplary leadership and uphold highest standards of discipline.
Nigerian Army troops arrest two criminal herders for trespassing and destroying crops in Makurdi. Swift intervention prevents farmer-herder clash during harvest season.
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.
28-year-old mother arrested in Delta State for sexually assaulting her 3-year-old daughter, transmitting STI. Police confirm case after father's report. Shocking details emerge.
Five police officers ambushed and killed by herdsmen in Bauchi laid to rest. Commissioner leads funeral ceremony as manhunt for perpetrators intensifies.
Two Texas men are charged with plotting a violent takeover of Gonave Island, planning to kill men and take women and children as s3x slaves. Learn the shocking details.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun announces the arrest of over 70 foreigners from Niger, Chad, and Sudan. The state is implementing new security measures to combat banditry and terrorism.
Splendor Nkiruka Emmanuel shares her journey of three failed attempts to join Nigerian Armed Forces. Discover why passion drives her to keep trying despite rejections.