Cross River Police Command intercepts stolen vehicles, dismantles criminal hideouts, and boosts surveillance in riverine areas. CP Rashid Bello and NUJ pledge collaboration to maintain state's peace.
Kano residents are furious as police enforce a motorcycle passenger ban, arresting private riders carrying family members. Critics call the policy harsh and lacking compassion. Read the full story.
Sokoto State Police Command has arrested suspects funding bandits through cattle sales and smashed a motorcycle theft syndicate in a coordinated cross-border operation. Commissioner declares end to criminal safe havens.
Nigeria Labour Congress demands immediate release of Rivers State Chair, Alex Agwanwor, arrested by police in Lagos. NLC calls it a threat to labour-police relations.
Delta State Police Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda orders strict enforcement of the fireworks ban to prevent crime during Christmas. Parents and traders warned. Read more.
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.
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.
Imo Police Command refutes social media allegations of torture & organ harvesting at 'Tiger Base,' calling it a smear campaign. CP Danjuma establishes a Human Rights Desk.
Delta State Police Command has restated the ban on fireworks ahead of Christmas. Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda warns that use, sale, or display will lead to arrest and prosecution. Report violators.
Ogun State Police Command warns against fake online security tips using CP Lanre Ogunlowo's picture. PPRO Odutola says such posts create panic. Public urged to remain calm.
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 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.
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.
A violent clash between soldiers and police officers at a Jos mall caused panic. The Plateau command has sanctioned personnel involved. Read details of the incident and official response.
Imo State Police Command dismisses viral video alleging torture and organ trafficking at its anti-kidnapping unit. Commissioner establishes Human Rights Desk for oversight.
Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.
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.
A former Kano governorship candidate calls out a police officer still serving the Deputy Senate President despite President Tinubu's order to withdraw all VIP orderlies. Read the full story.
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.
The International Press Institute blacklists IGP Kayode Egbetokun and Governors Umo Eno, Mohammed Bago for attacks on journalists. Discover the reasons and reactions.
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?
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
Unknown assailants attacked the residence of a DPO in Jigawa, killing Constable Nura Garba Jahun. Get the latest details on the incident and police response.
Kano State Police Command orders strict enforcement of commercial motorcycle ban and 10pm-6am tricycle curfew across nine LGAs to combat rising security threats. Report violators.
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.
The Presidency calls on citizens to document and report any VIP still using police escorts after President Tinubu's withdrawal order. Learn how to help enforce the directive.
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.
Former Tinubu spokesman Denge Josef Onoh warns that withdrawing police from VIP protection could spike kidnappings and worsen Nigeria's security crisis. He proposes calibrated approach.