Anambra guber: We’ve deployed helicopters, drones for security – Police
Ahead of the upcoming governorship election in Anambra State, the Police Command has boosted its security operations with the deployment of helicopters, drones, and special tactical teams. The State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, confirmed the development on Sunday while addressing journalists in Awka. According to Orutugu, the additional personnel and equipment were approved by […]
NPF present cash assistance to families of slain officers in Jigawa
The Jigawa State Police Command has handed over 59 cheques totaling N31,450,025.16 to families of police officers who died in the line of duty. The gesture was part of the ongoing welfare initiatives of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, under the Group Life Assurance (GLA) and IGP Family Welfare Scheme. CP Dahiru Muhammad, […]
IGP Visits Benue, Commiserates With Government On Killings Of Residents
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, visited Benue State on June 16, 2025, following recent attacks that led to the deaths of many residents. He was joined by top police officers, including Deputy Inspectors-General and senior regional commanders, to show concern and take action. On arrival, the IGP went to the Benue State Government […]
IGP extends deadline for enforcement of Tinted glass permit
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has approved a new deadline for the enforcement of tinted glass permits. Nigerians now have until August 12, 2025, to get their permits before enforcement begins. According to a statement from Police spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the extension shows that the Nigeria Police Force is committed to being […]
IGP’s continuous stay in office legal, lawful – AGF
The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, has made it clear that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, is legally allowed to continue in his role. In a statement released, Fagbemi explained that Egbetokun’s appointment, which started on October 31, 2023, would have ended when he turned 60 on September 4, 2024. […]
IGP Calls for Harsh Punishment of Corrupt Officers Caught Extorting Nigerians
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has taken a firm stance against police officers found guilty of extorting money from Nigerians. On November 8, he condemned the acts of corruption within the police force and promised severe punishment for any officers involved in such activities. The statement comes after a troubling case involving officers […]
Fubara: IGP Must Be Held Accountable for Any Unrest in Rivers During Local Election
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has said that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, should be held accountable if unrest occurs ahead of the local government election scheduled for October 5, 2024. At a press conference in Port Harcourt, Fubara accused the Nigeria Police of trying to interfere in the election to […]
Tinubu Approved Standard Four-Year Term for IGP, Not a Tenure Extension – Police
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially denied claims that President Bola Tinubu extended the tenure of the current Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. According to the NPF, the President only approved a standard four-year term for the IGP, in accordance with the law that governs the office. In a statement released on Friday, […]
IGP Denies Involvement in Circulating WhatsApp Message on Protests
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has officially denied any connection to a WhatsApp message currently making rounds on social media, which discourages protests in Lagos. The message, which has raised several questions about why protests frequently target Lagos and suggests starting from one’s own state, has been declared false by the police. […]