Tag: police
Why we nabbed Sowore — Nigerian Police explain
The police spokesman also confirmed that 13 protesters were earlier arrested for disobeying the court order that banned demonstrations in…
Reactions trail Sowore’s arrest in Abuja
Several civil society groups and human rights organizations have demanded his immediate release, condemning his arrest within a court premises…
Chaos in Abuja: Sowore, others flee as police disperse protesters with gunshots, tear gas
The Nigeria Police Force had earlier warned the organizers against staging any protest near the Presidential Villa, citing security concerns.
Five arrested in Kano for impersonating police officers
He added that the suspects would be charged to court upon the completion of the ongoing discreet investigations.
Lawyers, police set up joint panel to rethink tinted glass rules
The learned silk said the decision followed weeks of engagement between both parties after concerns were raised by Nigerians over…
Autopsy awaited as Canadian man found dead in Lagos hotel
Although initial findings show no sign of murder, the Lagos State Police Command said investigations are ongoing to determine the…
Lagos Cult Clash: One killed, five nabbed in swift police operation
The police also appealed to community leaders and youths to work together with security agencies to promote peace and prevent…
Kebbi Showdown: Police, vigilantes kill three bandits in daring operation
A team comprising police officers and local vigilantes engaged the criminals in a fierce gunfight that lasted several hours
Gun battle in Niger: Police kill kidnappers, recover rifles, ammo
A thorough search of the hideout led to the recovery of two AK-47 rifles and 49 rounds of live ammunition.…
Police investigate deadly land dispute between farmers, herders in Borno
“The situation escalated after villagers mobilised to the scene in support of the farmer. The herders attacked them with bows,…
Police distance self from online recruitment process, call it fake
The Nigeria Police Force has denied a recruitment notice that has been circulating on social media, calling it fake. The…
Police arraign 2 men over alleged conduct likely to cause breach of peace
The defendants, who reside at Abule- Egba area, Lagos, are facing a two-count charge of conspiracy and disorderly conduct...
Police investigate alleged political violence in Kaduna
“Anyone found culpable, irrespective of his personality and no matter how highly placed an individual is, if he acted contrary…
Drama in Anambra: Lady stages own kidnap, parents pay ₦1.2m before police bust plot
Ikenga warned young people against resorting to crime, stressing that the police would continue to clamp down on such criminal…
Three shot as police, youths clash in Lagos
Hundeyin urged residents to remain calm, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and refrain from actions that could disrupt public peace.