Police Officer Fatally Shoots Himself During Arms Audit in Niger
DSP Abdullahi Isah dies after shooting himself during a routine arms audit in Minna. The officer was under investigation for illegal ammunition dealings. Full details inside.
Category : Search result: police ambush Doma
Tiv Communities in Nasarawa Allege Breach of Court Order
Tiv communities in Nasarawa State accuse the state government of violating a court order and planning new land acquisitions. Their lawyer warns actions could render an appeal useless. Read more.
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.
Army Recovers Corpse, Weapons After Taraba Ambush
Troops recover a soldier's body and weapons in Taraba after an ambush. Search continues for one missing personnel as the Army vows to sustain operations. Read the full details.
Police Arrest Suspect in Owo Cult-Related Murder
Ondo State Police confirm arrest of a suspect in the Owo cult killing of 25-year-old Ayodele Peter. Authorities urge public vigilance and cooperation.
Gunmen Kill Police Inspector, Two Civilians in Nasarawa
Gunmen ambushed a police patrol in Nasarawa, killing an inspector and two civilians. The attackers stole an AK-47 rifle. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Ohanaeze: State Police Needs Reform to Avoid 2027 Abuse
Ohanaeze Ndigbo supports state police to tackle Nigeria's security crisis but warns that without sweeping reforms, governors could weaponize it to manipulate the 2027 elections. Read the full statement.
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.
Policewoman Sacked for Groping Colleagues on Night Out
PC Pamela Pritchard dismissed for gross misconduct after drunkenly groping colleagues and attempting to kiss an inspector during a rugby club night out. Full details.
Police Officer Shot Dead by Robbers in Benin City
A police officer was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers on Ugbowo-Lagos Road, Benin City. The incident triggered a gunfight. Read for details and eyewitness accounts.
Man, 50, arrested for defiling 12-year-old girl in Osun
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
50-Year-Old Man Arrested for Defiling Girl, 12, in Osun
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
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.
200 Homes Evacuated in UK Explosives Scare
A major incident in Derby sees 200 homes evacuated after police arrest two men on suspicion of explosives offences. Authorities stress no terrorism link. Read for latest updates.
Bandits Ambush Security Team in Kaduna, Kill Officer
A policeman was killed and soldiers wounded when bandits attacked a joint security team in Kaduna's Kubau LGA. The team was returning from a grazing reserve assignment.
Truck Brake Fails, Kills Police Officer in Abuja
A police officer died and another was injured after a mixer truck lost control in Abuja's Central Area. The FCT Police Command has arrested the driver and launched an investigation.
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.
Imo Police Deny Torture, Organ Harvesting Allegations
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed viral allegations of torture and organ harvesting against its Tiger Base unit. The Commissioner has approved a new Human Rights Desk for oversight.
Police Officer Killed in Abuja Road Accident
A Federal Capital Territory Police officer died, and another was injured in a crash involving a mixer truck on Sani Abacha Expressway. The driver is in custody as investigations continue.
Woman Arrested for Burning Maid's Private Part in Imo
Police in Imo State have arrested Juliet Igwe for allegedly using candlelight and hot water to torture her 6-year-old maid. The suspect will be arraigned in court soon. Read the shocking details.
Police Arrest Alleged Killers of FRSC Officer, Daughter
Osun State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to the ritual killing of a senior FRSC officer and her daughter. The Commissioner of Police revealed chilling details of the investigation. Read the full story.
Police Arrest 4 Car Snatchers in Abuja, Recover ₦15.2M
FCT Police Command has smashed an armed robbery syndicate, arresting four suspects and recovering six stolen vehicles and over ₦15 million in cash. Read the full details of the operation.
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.
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?
Tinubu's Security Order Sparks Calls for Police Restructuring
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
PSC Alerts Public to Fake Police Recruitment Portal
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 Clarify Officer's Arrest During Army Operation
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.
Page 1 of 4