Tag: Police
Police Warn Officers About Sowore, Claim Activist Uses Hidden Cameras in Glasses, Pen
Internal WhatsApp messages reveal security concerns over human rights activist Officers of the Nigeria Police Force have circulated warnings across internal WhatsApp groups cautioning colleagues to be vigilant when interacting with Omoyele Sowore, the human rights activist and former presidential candidate, whom they accuse of secretly recording police operations with concealed devices. “Don’t Fall Victim…
Kano Information Commissioner Orders Arrest of Journalist Over Critical Report
The Kano State Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has sparked widespread condemnation after allegedly orchestrating the arrest of Buhari Abba, editor of Kano Times, over a published article critical of his office. The arrest, which took place on February 24, 2025, followed the publication of an opinion piece titled “Dear Governor Yusuf, Beware of…
Federal Police Attempt to Re-Arrest TikToker During Lagos Court Appearance
The Nigeria Police Force, through its Force Intelligence Department (FID) in Abuja, has moved to re-arrest social media personality Olumide Ogunsanwo (popularly known as Seaking) during his court appearance at a Lagos Magistrate Court on Tuesday. The action relates to videos allegedly critical of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG),…
Three Lagos Policemen Detained for Extorting N150,000 From Traveller Over Binance App
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained three of its officers for allegedly extorting N150,000 from a 21-year-old traveller, Ramadan Adenola, during an unlawful stop-and-search operation under Otedola Bridge. The incident, which has drawn widespread condemnation, highlights ongoing concerns about police misconduct in Nigeria. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin…
Policeman Shoots Three in Cross River, One Dead
A police inspector, Effiong Bassey, shot three individuals in Calabar, the capital of Cross River State, in the early hours of Sunday, resulting in the death of one victim and injuries to two others. The incident occurred at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Atakpa, Calabar, and has sparked concerns over the mental state and conduct…
Nigerian Security Forces Attack Enugu Women Protesting Herdsmen Killings, Injure Several
A combined team of Nigerian security forces, including soldiers, police, and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) personnel, violently attacked thousands of women protesting against herdsmen killings in Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State. The incident, which left several women injured, has sparked outrage and accusations of government complicity in suppressing reports…
Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Trans-Niger Pipeline Explosion in Rivers State
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two individuals in connection with the explosion that rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP) in the Bodo community of Rivers State. The explosion, which occurred on Monday night and caused significant damage to the surrounding mangrove, has since been contained, according to authorities. Police spokesperson Grace Iringe-Iroko confirmed the…
Police Inspector Shoots Self to Death in Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the tragic death of Inspector Ajele Oloyede, who reportedly shot himself on March 14, 2025. The incident occurred at about 1:20 PM, leaving the police force and the deceased’s family in shock. Details of the Incident According to a statement by the Police Public Relations…
Police Rescue Four Kidnap Victims, Kill Notorious Kingpin and Six Others in Abia, Nasarawa
Police operatives in Abia and Nasarawa states have successfully rescued four kidnapped victims and neutralized seven criminals, including a notorious kidnapping kingpin known as ‘Honor,’ during separate operations. The operations, which also led to the recovery of arms and ammunition, underscore the ongoing efforts of security forces to combat kidnapping and violent crimes in Nigeria….
Police Seal Church in Lagos Over Alleged Murder of LASU Graduate
The Lagos State Police Command has sealed a church following allegations that a 28-year-old graduate of Lagos State University (LASU), Adedamola Ogunbode, was killed and buried on its premises. Benjamin Hundeyin, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the Lagos State Command, confirmed the development on Monday during a briefing with journalists at the command…