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Authorities in Plateau State have launched an extensive search for assailants responsible for a violent incident that claimed three lives and left one person injured. The attack occurred as victims were returning from a mining site.
Kayode Egbetokun, appointed by President Bola Tinubu on June 19, 2023, presided over a notable crackdown on the Nigerian media during his approximately 32-month term, leading to widespread reports of journalist harassment and intimidation.
Six police officers from Anambra State have been detained on charges of extorting N200,000 from a trader. The incident unfolded after a video surfaced, documenting the alleged torture and extortion.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has announced the detention of four suspected bandits at Akure Airport in Ondo State, following a coordinated security operation. The arrests were made after reports of suspicious activities in the area.
Former Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun's resignation raised concerns about his handling of a presidential directive on establishing state police in Nigeria. This article discusses the historical context and current challenges faced by the Nigerian police force.
Frank Mba and seven other Deputy Inspectors General of Police have stepped down following the appointment of Tunji Disu as the new Inspector-General. The Police Service Commission is set to announce new DIGs to take over their positions.
The Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court has ordered the remand of two accused individuals, Sogo Egbebi and Husamotu Jubril, over the theft of vehicle parts worth N2.1 million. The defendants pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and theft.
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has launched a probe into allegations against police officers in Lagos who reportedly extorted $1,000 from a member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The investigation was prompted by a complaint from Charles Mbarogu.
A lecturer from Zamfara was tragically killed by his abductors, while his wife, daughter, and 12 other captives were released after ransom negotiations. The victims had been held since December 2025.
A 30-year-old man was found beheaded in Yenigwe, Igbogene community of Bayelsa State, allegedly by rival cult members. This brutal act occurred on February 16, 2026, amid tensions between two local cult groups.
The Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 21-year-old dispatch officer, David Ekes, who feigned his kidnapping to escape accountability for losing N1.3 million belonging to his company and a customer through online gambling. Following the incident, he falsely reported being abducted to cover up his financial troubles.
The Nigerian Police Force has yet to publicly address petitions accusing the IGP Monitoring Unit officers of serious professional misconduct. Calls for an investigation have been made by Lagos businessman Adeolu Oyinlola.
