Four abducted tree cutters freed after gunfight in Niger
Four tree cutters who were abducted by suspected bandits have regained their freedom following a police operation in Niger State. The victims were rescued by operatives of the Niger State Police Command after an encounter with armed criminals in the Kankara area of the state. According to a security update shared by analyst Zagazola Makama, […]
Oyo Police arrest seven suspects over alleged murder, cult-related offences
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested seven suspects in connection with murder, cult-related violence, and other criminal activities across different parts of the state. The arrests were made during separate operations, with security operatives also recovering weapons and other items believed to be linked to the crimes. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, […]
Airport police arrest 24-year-old over N48.5m romance fraud in Lagos
The Airport Police Command in Lagos has arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly defrauding victims of about N48.5 million (around $35,000) through an online romance scam. The arrest took place on Monday as the suspect tried to board a flight to Asaba, according to ASP Mohammed Adeola, the Command’s spokesperson. Police investigations revealed that the […]
Police, Kano govt, civil society launch youth summit to combat hate speech
The Kano State Police Command, working with the Kano State Government and civil society groups, has organised a Youth Forum Summit to tackle the growing spread of hate speech and fake news. The event brought together young people and key stakeholders to promote peace and responsible communication as political activities gradually build up toward the […]
Police nab 2 suspects over alleged ritual killing of minor in Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the alleged ritual killing of a minor in the state. The arrests followed intelligence reports and investigations linked to the disappearance and death of the young victim, which had caused outrage and fear within the local community. According to police sources, the suspects […]
Police arrest two suspected gunrunners, recover ammunition in Katsina
Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected gunrunners and recovered six AK-47 magazines and 305 rounds of live 7.62mm ammunition. The arrests took place on January 27, 2026, at about 2:00 p.m., during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation along the Zaria–Funtua Road, the police spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq, said. The suspects were intercepted while riding a […]
Couple arrested in Lagos for faking kidnap, extorting N10 million from families
A husband and wife in Lagos, identified as Fred and Goodness, have been arrested by the police for allegedly faking their own kidnapping to extort ₦10 million from family members and close associates. The incident reportedly happened in early January and shocked relatives who believed the couple were in real danger. Police sources revealed that […]
Ebonyi: Police detain officers for alleged murder of motorcyclist
The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the detention of officers allegedly involved in the shooting and killing of a motorcycle rider in Abakaliki. The incident occurred on January 27, 2026, around 10:30 pm near Hariz Filling Station along the busy Abakaliki-Enugu highway. Preliminary reports indicate that operatives attached to the Central Police Station, Abakaliki, […]
Police arrest six for hacking telecoms firm
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested six individuals for allegedly hacking into a major telecommunication company in Nigeria. The suspects are accused of unlawfully accessing the company’s core systems, according to a statement issued by the Force Spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, on Wednesday. The suspects reportedly diverted airtime and mobile data valued at N7.7 billion during […]
Bandits kill three police officers in Katsina ambush
Three police officers have been confirmed dead following an ambush by suspected bandits in Katsina State. The attack occurred along the Guga–Bakori road in Bakori Local Government Area, highlighting the persistent security challenges facing the state despite ongoing patrols and counter-crime efforts. According to the Katsina State Police Command, the incident happened around 12:44 p.m. […]