Gombe Police Roll Out New Security Measures

The Gombe State Police Command has announced a comprehensive array of security measures designed to maintain public order and safety during celebrations, festive periods, and other large gatherings. In a statement issued by the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Yahaya, the Command has implemented a strict prohibition on the public display and possession of dangerous […]
Police arrest six suspects for thuggery, armed robbery, possession of dangerous weapons in Niger state

The Niger State Police Command has arrested six suspects for thuggery, disturbance of public peace and possession of dangerous weapons in Minna, the state capital. The command disclosed this in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in Minna. “Following the reports of thuggery in Tunga area of Minna on 9th June, […]
EFCC arrests 11 suspected internet fraudsters in Kaduna

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested 11 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Kaduna State. According to a statement by the Commission, operatives from its Kaduna Zonal Directorate carried out the arrests in the Mahuta and Barnawa areas of the state capital following credible intelligence. Recovered items include a Mercedes […]
Insecurity: Police arrest 42 armed herders, bandits in Benue

No fewer than 42 armed herders and bandits have been arrested across various communities in Benue State for their involvement in criminal activities. The state Commissioner of Police, Ifeanyi Emenari, disclosed this while addressing journalists in Makurdi. He noted that most of the suspects apprehended over the past month have already been arraigned in court. […]
Katsina Police Uncover Kidnap Syndicate, Rescue 4-Year-Old Victim

Katsina State police command has rescued a 4-year-old girl and arrested four suspects of a kidnapping syndicate during a coordinated operation that was undertaken in Katsina metropolis. The development was disclosed by counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, in a post via his X handle. Makama stated that the operations were based on a report made by […]
Police arrests six for thuggery, possession of dangerous weapons

The Niger State Police Command has arrested six suspects for thuggery, disturbance of public peace and possession of dangerous weapons in Minna, the state capital. The command disclosed this in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in Minna. “Following the reports of thuggery in Tunga area of Minna on 9th June, […]
Troops Arrest 43 Suspects, Uncover 27 Illegal Refining Sites In Niger Delta

In fresh efforts against oil theft and pipeline vandalism, troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 43 suspects and uncovered 27 illegal bunkering sites across the Niger Delta region. The operation, which took place between May 26 and June 8, 2025, also led to the recovery of over 161,000 litres of stolen petroleum products in […]
Police In Edo Arrest 7 Alleged Cultists While In Action Against Okada Rider

State Police Command has arrested seven suspected cultists in Benin City. The Public Relations Officer of the Command, Moses Yamu, said the suspects were arrested while dehumanising an Okada rider at Peanut Junction along Benin-Sapele Road. Yamu said the suspects were arrested by the operatives of the Love World Division on Sunday, June 8, 2025. […]
Adamawa police arrest seven ‘Shilla gangsters’ for armed robbery

Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have nabbed seven youths identified as being part of notorious criminal elements called Shila Boys. The suspects are alleged to have been involved in armed robbery. The Command said Wednesday that the suspects were apprehended while they were carrying out their operation around the Federal Housing Estate in […]
Suspected Policeman, 2 Others Nabbed For Alleged Cable Theft In Benue

Three individuals, including a police inspector identified as Innocent Ishaku, have been arrested in Makurdi, Benue State, for allegedly vandalising electricity cables in the Demekpe area. The incident occurred around 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10. According to a resident, community vigilantes apprehended Ishaku at the scene, while his two accomplices, Isa and Mohammed, both […]