Tag: police
Two dead, several injured in U.S. park shooting near North Carolina school
A planned meeting between young people to settle a dispute at a North Carolina park spiraled into a mass shooting…
Police intercept cable vandals on highway, disrupt robbery gang in Minna
“While attempting to access another room, the occupant resisted and injured one of the suspects with a cutlass, forcing the…
Police investigate fatal stampede at Ikere-Ekiti hotel party
“Other attendees attempted to flee the premises, resulting in a stampede that claimed the lives of the victims,” he said.
Two car dealers arrested as police trace robbed vehicle to Lagos
“Two car dealers have been arrested as investigations are ongoing to apprehend more culprits who were involved in the crime.”
Police mobilise officers for UTME monitoring across Lagos
Personnel are to work in synergy with other security agencies and relevant stakeholders to ensure effective security at examination centres,…
Police bust kidnap network, seize 24 firearms in Kaduna
Similarly, on April 11, two suspected kidnappers were arrested in Tashan Yari Village, Makarfi Local Government Area, following credible intelligence,”…
Police nab 188 suspects, rescue 12 kidnap victims in Katsina crackdown
Sadiq-Aliyu said the command had recorded significant successes in its intensified operations against kidnapping, banditry, cattle rustling, and arms trafficking…
Police nab officer, eight others in crime syndicate bust
Ikoedem said the serving and dismissed personnel formed a well-organised criminal syndicate responsible for a series of serious offences, including…
Illegal waste dumping lands 108 residents in police custody
Akintunde added that OGWAMA, with support from the police, will continue enforcing the law until residents understand the importance of…
Police detain own officers over Ojuelegba misconduct
The Lagos State Police Command has detained several police officers following allegations that they harassed young people and seized their…
IGP orders probe of officers in viral Lagos stop-and-search video
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has instructed the officers seen in a viral stop-and-search video in Lagos to report…
How Police discovered a secret drug tunnel from Morocco to Spain
Spanish police have discovered a complex underground tunnel used to smuggle large amounts of drugs from Morocco to Spain.
Police crack down on planned illegal political gatherings
John emphasised that any political gathering must first be authorised by the police and conducted in line with regulations set…
Police nab three, recover gun, ammunition in Enugu operations
“Efforts are ongoing to detain the fleeing suspect and other accomplices, while suspects will be arraigned upon conclusion of investigations,”…
Imo crackdown: Police neutralise suspects, uncover 300 IEDs
The Imo State Police Command says it has destroyed a camp linked to IPOB/ESN in an area known as “Mother…
Court clears Nigerians to record police on duty
The judge, Justice H. A. Nganjiwa, said police officers must wear clear name tags and show their service numbers. He…
Police conference funds not diverted – Shina Philips
Lenders Consult International Limited has stated that the company and its Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Shina Philips, did not…
Police fire tear gas as rival party supporters clash in Osun
They insisted that Lukman Afolabi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is still the recognised chairman of Ede South Local…
Police foil suspected cultist, recover firearm during theft probe
Abayomi Jimoh, the command’s Spokesperson, who made this known in a statement on Friday in said the arrest was made…
Police step up security in Borno over rumoured protest
“The Borno State Police Command is aware of information circulating on various social media platforms regarding a purported protest,” Daso…
Troops, police deployed to Bauchi troubled communities
“Despite recent incidents in neighbouring Gwana District, Mansur town remains unaffected, and there is no cause for alarm,” he added.
Economic Sabotage: Illegal beverage packaging factories uncovered
She also urged members of the public to report suspicious activities involving the destruction or illegal recycling of beverage packaging…
Police uncover illegal mortuary, recover eight decomposed bodies
The suspect was identified as Sunday Ben Reuben, said to be a native of Nsit Ibom in Akwa Ibom State.…
Scam Alert: Police expose new tricks used by visa fraudsters in Nigeria
The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) has warned Nigerians planning to travel abroad to be careful when applying for visas…
Police smash ‘one-chance’ kidnap syndicate, recover fake currencies in Lagos
He attributed the achievements to intelligence-led policing, targeted raids, sustained surveillance and prompt tactical responses across the state.
Police retrieve stolen vehicle, hand over to rightful owner
Kiyawa said that the vehicle was recovered by police officers on Jan. 7, 2026, following intelligence-led patrols.
Police rescue 6-yr-old girl from kidnapers in Ebonyi
Ukanduwo said that two male suspects, both 23 years of age, were arrested in connection with the incident...
Four killed as bandits, police gunfire tear through Kogi Community
Omodara noted that a helicopter had been deployed days earlier as part of coordinated efforts to flush out attackers.
Decentralise police, allow states recruit 5,000 personnel – Mimiko
their people. “The governors have the resources to recruit 5,000 personnel that will police the entire states and deal with…
Violence in Akure: Duty officer killed after clash with thugs
He reaffirmed that while police misconduct will not be tolerated, anyone who attacks officers performing their duties will face strict…