Category: Security
TROOPS CLEAR BANDITS FORESTS, RECOVER VALUABLE ITEMS IN TARABA STATE
In a strategic move to combat the menace of kidnapping and criminal activities in Taraba State, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) executed a decisive clearance operation on Tuesday, 11 June 2024. The operation resulted in the successful destruction of multiple kidnappers’ camps and recovery of valuable items in Chinkai…
Nigerian Petrol Smuggled into West African Markets Now Selling for N1,700 per Litre
— The Federal Government has raised alarms over the resurgence of petrol smuggling activities, attributing the uptick to the substantial price disparity between Nigeria and its neighboring countries. Currently, smuggled Nigerian petrol is being sold for as much as N1,700 per litre in West African markets. During a press briefing in Yola, the Comptroller-General of…
Nigerian Army Troops Deal Heavy Blow to Terrorists in Kaduna and Niger States, Neutralize 4 and Recover Arms
June 10, 2024 — In a series of recent counter-terrorism operations, troops of the Nigerian Army have delivered a significant setback to terrorists operating in Kaduna and Niger States, successfully neutralizing four terrorists and recovering a cache of arms and ammunition. In Kaduna State, acting on actionable intelligence, the troops conducted clearance operations around the…
TROOPS SECURE MAJOR VICTORIES IN COUNTER TERRORISM OPERATIONS ACROSS ,KADUNA, ZAMFARA, ABIA STATES
Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter-terrorism operations across the country have achieved major successes in the ongoing fight against terrorism and insurgency in Kaduna, Zamfara, and Abia states, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to national security and the safety of citizens. In Kaduna State, troops in a decisive operation conducted a two-day fighting patrol…
FLASH: Lagos RRS Arrests Suspected Vandal on Third Mainland Bridge
Lagos, June 7, 2024 — Operatives of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) apprehended an 18-year-old suspect, Mubarak Abdullahi, for allegedly removing LED road stud lights on the newly renovated Third Mainland Bridge. The arrest took place around 10:00 a.m. today. Abdullahi, a resident of Makoko, was caught red-handed by RRS operatives while in the…
Violence Erupts in Ikorodu as Cult Gang Members Clash
Unrest has gripped the streets of Ikorodu once again as reports emerge of clashes between rival cult gangs. Yesterday, a former top member of the Aye confraternity, known as “Okete” or “Euro,” met his demise, allegedly at the hands of an Eiye member affiliated with the local security network, Onyabo. According to unconfirmed reports, Okete,…
8 Buccaneer Cultists Remanded for Disruptive Activities at EKSU
Following their arrest for involvement in disruptive cult activities and damaging a police Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) at Ekiti State University (EKSU), eight suspected Buccaneer cultists have been remanded by a magistrates’ court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The ruling, delivered by Magistrate A. O. Owoleso, ordered the remand of all defendants at the correctional custody…
NIGERIA POLICE FORCE CONDEMNS CHILD EXPLOITATION, APPREHENDS FATHER; ADVOCATES FOR CHILD SAFETY MEASURES
The Nigeria Police Force acknowledges the public outcry in response to disturbing images and videos involving a 4-year-old child with the Instagram handle @officialsarah_ig, circulating on social media. The content portrays the young child in inappropriate poses, akin to adult contents. The Force expresses profound shock and grave concern over the apparent exploitation of this…
Police Crackdown on Miscreants in Orile: Weapons Seized, Shanties Destroyed
Concerned by reports of harassment by miscreants in the Orile environs, particularly along the Badagry Expressway, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Orile Division initiated regular patrols in the affected areas. The strategic move aimed to address the growing concerns of residents and commuters faced with threats from unruly elements lurking in the vicinity. In…
LNSC Apprehends Road Infrastructure Vandal on 3rd Mainland Bridge
In a swift and commendable operation, officers of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC) apprehended a road infrastructure vandal on Tuesday, May 8th, 2024. The suspect, identified as Mr. Friday Nwafor, a 46-year-old male resident of Lagos, was caught in the act of vandalizing the newly constructed road light indicators on the iconic 3rd…