Gov Zulum bans sale of alcohol in Borno
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has officially banned the sale of alcohol. He made this decision while pointing fingers at some military and security officers, saying they are part of the reason why crime and bad behavior are increasing in Maiduguri and nearby areas. According to Channels TV, Governor Zulum accused both former and […]
Police renew partnership with DSS, Navy to secure Abia
The Abia State Police Command has promised to keep working closely with the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Navy to make Abia State safer. This was shared by the Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, during a meeting with the DSS team led by the new State Director, Ibrahim Abdullahi. The Commissioner said […]
Amotekun rescues 28 Ghanaians in Ondo
In a major rescue operation, Amotekun, Ondo State’s security force, saved 28 Ghanaians who were held hostage by kidnappers in the Oda area of Akure, the state capital. The victims had been tricked by a 28-man gang that promised them U.S. visas for a fee of $1,500 to $2,000. Once the victims arrived in Nigeria, […]
Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victims after intense gun battle in Taraba
Troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, working with the Nigeria Police Force, successfully stopped a kidnapping attempt along the Takum-Jalingo road in Taraba State. The rescue operation took place after security forces received a distress call from road users. According to Captain Oni Olubodunde, the Acting Brigade spokesperson, the kidnappers had ambushed an 18-seater […]
Abiodun warns Amotekun against violating human rights, hands over 13 vehicles
The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has urged officers of the State Security Network, also known as Amotekun, to carry out their duties with honesty, professionalism, and respect for human rights. He warned them against abusing their power and emphasized that their role is to protect residents, not to harass or exploit them. The […]
Armed robbers defy Gov Otu’s new security outfit, launch house to house attacks
On Thursday night, armed robbers attacked residents on Imoh Street by Afokang Road in Calabar, leaving some people injured. This occurred just hours after Governor Bassey Otu launched a new security outfit called Operation Okwok, aimed at tackling crime in the state. Governor Otu had also donated 30 vehicles to help improve security. One of […]
Insecurity: British embassy, Kogi police strengthen security collaboration
On Monday, the Kogi State Commissioner of Police, CP Miller Dantawaye, met with a team from the British Embassy, led by Mr. Andrew Marshall. The meeting aimed to discuss ways to improve collaboration between the Kogi State Police and the British Embassy to address security challenges in the region. The meeting focused on sharing ideas […]
Imo police commissioner engages stakeholders in rebuilding destroyed divisions
The Imo State Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, has taken steps to restore police stations that were attacked and damaged by unknown gunmen. To achieve this, he is working closely with community leaders and other stakeholders. As part of his efforts, CP Danjuma visited several police divisions in different local government areas (LGAs) of Imo […]
Lagos Police Commissioner Orders Immediate Headcount Of Personnel Within Command To Fish Out ‘Fake’ Officers, Ghost Workers
The Lagos State Police Command has started a full headcount of its officers to find fake officers and ghost workers. This order was given by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ishola Olanrewaju Olawale. A police wireless message, dated February 5, 2025, confirmed the directive. It was sent to all police units, divisions, tactical teams, and […]
Security operatives rescue three pastors, 13 others in Kogi
Security operatives in Kogi State successfully rescued 16 people, including three pastors, who were kidnapped in the Ofu Local Government Area after attending a religious crusade. The victims, who included guest pastors at the event, were ambushed by kidnappers around 11 p.m. on Monday, January 20, while heading to their guest house after the second […]