Rivers Police Commended for Non-partisanship Amid Political Crisis
Amid rising political tensions in Rivers state, residents have lauded the police command for its professionalism and proactive measures. Following a power struggle between governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor Nyesom Wike’s loyalists, police took control of the 23 local council secretariats to prevent chaos. The crisis has already claimed two lives, police inspector David […]
Gunmen Kill Okada Riders’ Ticketing Agent In Ekiti
A middle-aged man was allegedly shot dead by unknown gunmen around Okesa Roundabout in Ado Ekiti. The man, who was one of those issuing tickets to commercial motorcyclists around Okesa Roundabout, was reportedly fired upon by unknown assailants who arrived on another motorcycle. Witnesses said that the killers fled after perpetrating the act. When contacted, […]
Police Dislodge Secessionist Group, Arrest 4 Suspects In Anambra
Police Command in Anambra has raided and dislodged the secessionist group in the state following credible intelligence reports. The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this on Tuesday in a statement in Awka. Ikenga said a police-led joint security force intercepted four members of the military wing of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, […]
Police Confirm Death Of One Officer, Vigilante In Rivers
The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a police officer and a local vigilante member in Omuma Local Government Area. Security personnel guarding the council secretariat allegedly vowed to resist pro-Governor Siminalayi Fubara supporters from gaining access to the premises. Eyewitness reports revealed that an argument ensued between police personnel on opposing […]
Motorcycle Rider Stabs Peacemaker To Death In Lagos
A private security guard, Yusuf Akadogo, has died after being allegedly stabbed during a minor altercation in Lagos. Spokesperson of the Lagos State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, said that the security guard was attacked by an Okada rider […]
Police Officer Loses Fingers After Teargas Cannister Detonated In His Hands
A police officer has reportedly lost his fingers after a teargas canister detonated in his hands. According to local news platforms, this occurred in Nairobi, Kenya, during protests in the CBD. It was gathered that some people were protesting against the finance bill. The protest turned chaotic, leading the police to use water cannons […]
