Nigeria Raises Soldiers Salary to N100,000 in 2026
Nigeria's Defence Minister Christopher Musa confirms soldiers' minimum monthly salary has been raised to N100,000, but says defence budget remains inadequate.
Category : Police
Kalu Reveals How Fake Agency PFIPC Tricked Him
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu admitted he met the fake PFIPC after its letter mimicked Presidency seals and staff confirmed a physical office at the Federal Secretariat, urging stricter verification.
Ebonyi Police Arrest Officers for Assault and Eye Gouging
Ebonyi police arrest officers for allegedly assaulting Arinze Eze, gouging his eye in Ishieke. CP orders probe, vows zero tolerance for brutality.
200 CSOs Hail Military Security Gains, Praise CDS Oluyede
A coalition of 200 civil society organisations commends the Nigerian Armed Forces and Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede for sustained security gains against terrorism, banditry, and oil theft.
Police Inspector killed by police convoy in Enugu
Police Inspector Dr Obodo Paul Ikechukwu died after being struck by a police convoy vehicle in Enugu State. Colleagues describe him as dedicated.
Disu Shift: Accountability And New Era For Nigerian Policing
IGP Olatunji Disu's reforms, including strict election security and accountability for misconduct, are rebuilding public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
Anambra Police Commissioner Urges Professionalism
Anambra Police Commissioner Ikioye Orutugu has urged officers to maintain professionalism, echoing the IGP's directives against indiscipline and corruption to earn public trust.
NARD Issues Fresh 21-Day Ultimatum to FG Over Allowances
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a fresh 21-day ultimatum to the federal government over unpaid allowances, delayed Medical Residency Training Fund, and other welfare concerns, warning of potential industrial action.
Gunmen abduct pastor, two church members in Benue
Gunmen have abducted Rev. Dr. Samuel Gbinde, a resident pastor of NKST Andyar in Saghev, along with two church members in Benue State. NKST confirmed the abduction and called for prayers and swift rescue.
Protesters Demand Sowore Release at Abuja Court Hearing
Demonstrators gathered at the Federal High Court in Abuja to demand the release of activist Omoyele Sowore, clashing with DSS officials over recording restrictions.
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FCT police commissioner warns against extorting Keke, Okada riders
FCT Commissioner of Police Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi warns officers against extorting Keke and Okada riders, declaring any caught will be treated as thieves and criminals.
Zamfara Governor Vows Full Support for Security Operatives
Governor Dauda Lawal chairs weekly security council meeting, pledges enhanced support for troops and rapid emergency response in Zamfara.
Nura Idris Released After Two Years, Gets N3 Million Compensation
Nura Idris, a herder from Kaduna, was released by the SSS after two years of detention for alleged Boko Haram links, receiving N3 million compensation following a review that found no basis for his arrest.
FCT Police Commissioner Warns Officers Against Extortion
FCT Police Commissioner Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi warns officers against extorting Keke riders and motorists, stating 'You cannot be a police officer and a thief.'
Police Bar Repentant Terrorists, Criminals from Recruitment
DIG Isyaku Mohammed declares repentant terrorists and criminals will not join the Nigeria Police Force, warning community leaders against endorsing them.
LASERC Bans Recovery of Bills Older Than One Year in Lagos
LASERC prohibits electricity companies from recovering unpaid bills over 12 months old, except in cases of tampering or theft, providing relief to Lagos consumers.
Mushin blast was mechanical failure, not bomb – Lagos police
Lagos police clarify that the June 22 Mushin blast was a mechanical explosion, not an IED attack, based on forensic investigations showing no explosive traces.
Nigeria Police Debunk Viral Video of Officer with Bandits
Nigeria Police clarify a viral video shows officer with vigilantes, not bandits, in Katsina. They warn against misinformation and affirm commitment to security partnerships.
Rivers Police Commissioner Challenges Officers Over Roadblocks
Rivers Police Commissioner CP Olugbenga Adepoju confronts officers manning illegal roadblocks, demanding they remove them, days after suspending a DPO for extortion.
3 Arrested Over Cleric's Suspicious Death in Ondo Hotel
Ondo police arrest three suspects after 71-year-old Cherubim and Seraphim Church elder Omotayo Fajana is found dead in a hotel room; body moved without medical certification.
Police Deploy Measures to Curb Vote-Buying in Ekiti Election
Police in Ekiti State are taking measures to prevent voter inducement and vote-buying during the governorship election, including deploying security personnel and intensifying voter education on the Electoral Act 2026.
Nigeria Police Appoints CSP Iniedu Okokon as New Spokesperson
The Nigeria Police Force has appointed CSP Iniedu Okokon as the new Force Public Relations Officer, replacing DCP Anthony Placid, who was redeployed after three months.
FRSC conducts 2026 promotion exam for 10,005 personnel
The FRSC held a 2026 promotion examination for 10,005 personnel using ICT to ensure transparency, with remote participation for staff abroad.
Army Renovates 81 Battalion HQ, CO's Residence in Ibadan
The Nigerian Army has renovated and commissioned the 81 Battalion headquarters and commanding officer's residence at Mokola Barracks, Ibadan, enhancing troop welfare and operational efficiency.
Six Arrested as Police Dismantle Criminal Networks in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest six suspects in coordinated operations across Abeokuta, Wasimi, and Ibafo, recovering firearms, generators, and phones.
GOC Urges Professionalism at 81 Division Combat Event
Major General Babalola calls for discipline and excellence as 81 Division holds Inter-Brigade Combat Proficiency Competition for warrant officers and senior non-commissioned officers.
Police: DCP Khan Salihu Died After Brief Illness, Not Kidnapped
Lagos Police debunk reports that DCP Khan Salihu was kidnapped, stating he died after a brief illness. The command demands retraction and apology.
CSOs, NANS Demand Osun CP Removal Over Rising Attacks
Civil society groups and NANS protest in Osogbo, demanding the removal of Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Gotan over rising political violence and alleged partiality ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
FCT Police Parade Kidnapping Suspects, Rescue Chained Woman
FCT Police parade kidnapping suspects and rescue a woman chained by her brother for over a year. Commissioner Sanusi highlights intelligence-led operations and community cooperation.
More Soldiers to Be Deployed in Anambra Soon: Soludo
Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo announces plans to deploy additional soldiers to combat rising insecurity, including attacks by gunmen and separatists.
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