Tag: Arrests

Edo Govt demolishes building linked to alleged cult members

Authorities in Edo State have demolished a building in Amagba, Oredo Local Government Area, over alleged links to cult violence. Officials said the property was connected to suspects tied to recent killings. The action followed a security operation targeting criminal groups in the area. The government described the move as part of a broader crackdown. […]

NSCDC intercepts truckload of vandalised railway tracks, arrests five suspects in Bauchi

Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Bauchi State have intercepted a truck conveying vandalised railway materials and arrested five suspects in connection with the crime. The operation was carried out following credible intelligence that led officers to trail the truck before stopping it along a major route in the state. […]

Nasarawa attack: Suspects arrested, manhunt ongoing – Gov Sule

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has confirmed that some suspects have been arrested in connection with the recent attack in the state, while security agencies continue a manhunt for others involved. The governor said the government is determined to ensure that everyone linked to the violence is brought to justice. Speaking after a security briefing, […]

Amotekun arrests three over alleged theft of goats

The South-West security outfit, Amotekun, has arrested three individuals over the alleged theft of goats in the region. The arrests were made following reports from local farmers about missing livestock. According to the Amotekun command, the suspects were apprehended while attempting to transport the stolen animals. The operation was carried out in collaboration with community […]

Police bust fake kidnapping syndicate, arrest five suspects in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five suspects linked to a fake kidnapping syndicate operating in different parts of the state. The suspects were allegedly involved in staging kidnappings to extort money from unsuspecting victims and their families. According to the police, the arrests followed credible intelligence and careful surveillance carried out by security […]

Lagos govt arrests three for illegal dumping along Ikotun-Igando road

The Lagos State Government has apprehended three individuals caught illegally dumping waste along the Ikotun-Igando road. Authorities emphasized that such activities pose serious health and environmental risks to residents. Officials from the state’s environmental enforcement team revealed that the suspects were found dumping refuse in unauthorized areas, violating Lagos State environmental laws. Immediate action was […]

Hisbah arrests seven suspected cross dressers in Kano

The Hisbah Corps in Kano has arrested seven individuals suspected of cross-dressing, citing violations of Sharia law. The arrests were carried out in different parts of the state, with the suspects taken into custody for questioning and further investigation. Officials stated that the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to enforce moral and religious codes […]

Two suspects arrested over altered product expiry dates in Jos – NAFDAC

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has arrested two individuals in Jos for allegedly tampering with product expiry dates. The operation was part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to safeguard public health and prevent the circulation of unsafe products in the market. According to NAFDAC, the suspects were found altering […]

Troops arrest seven suspects in joint Benue–Taraba border operations

Security forces have arrested seven suspects during a coordinated operation along the Benue–Taraba border region. The joint mission, involving the Nigerian Army and other security agencies, was carried out to curb rising criminal activities and restore peace in communities around the border corridor. Officials say the suspects were linked to cases of armed violence, kidnapping, […]