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Plateau State Police Command has reported the arrest of a fake soldier and six other individuals suspected of criminal activities during the recent crisis in Jos. The suspects were taken into custody in different parts of the city.
The Plateau State Police Command has apprehended two individuals linked to the kidnapping and robbery of an applicant. The incident transpired after the victim's recruitment screening on February 26, 2026.
Oyo State police have arrested six individuals suspected of being part of a gang that conducts armed robberies using tricycles. The suspects were taken into custody at a hotel after police received a tip-off from locals.
Edo State Police have detained a 28-year-old man believed to be involved in a kidnapping attempt in the Imasabor area of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government. The suspect, Muhammed Abubakar, was caught following a failed attempt to abduct residents.
A 59-year-old blind man, identified as Julius Nyikwa, has been taken into custody by the Niger State Police for allegedly raping his 10-year-old niece. The incident reportedly occurred in the Keteren-Gwari area of Minna.
A butcher in Umuahia has been taken into custody for allegedly stabbing a customer in the neck with scissors during a disagreement regarding meat pricing. The incident occurred at Orie Ugba market on March 14, 2026.
The Ondo State Police have apprehended a well-known cult leader, Akinwale Tomiwa, infamous as Bella, in connection with the murder of a student at Rufus Giwa Polytechnic. This significant arrest aims to clamp down on cult-related violence in the region.
A pastor's wife, Ibiong Uyime Bassey, has been detained by the Cross River Police Command for allegedly assaulting her five-year-old niece in Calabar. The incident drew public attention after a video surfaced showing the child with visible injuries.
Edo State Police have apprehended two suspects, Ibrahim Kodo and Orsee Iorzaa, in connection with kidnapping incidents in the region. The arrests occurred in Illushi community, aided by the Nigerian Army.
A Delta State police operation led to the detention of a lab technician accused of running an illegal blood bank within a hair salon, allegedly distributing unscreened blood to other labs, which raises serious health concerns.
The Ondo State Police have detained a retired school vice principal, Alhaji Abdullahi Kasim Ayodele, following the alleged beating of his 54-year-old neighbour, Mrs. Caroline Agoi, to death stemming from a dispute over a nylon bag.
A 30-year-old man has been taken into custody by the Lagos State Police for supposedly selling his one-month-old niece for N2 million. He reportedly justified his actions by claiming the funds were needed for their mother’s funeral.
The Rivers State Police have apprehended a man named Mr. Abuchi in connection with the alleged murder of his wife in Amaji village, Umuoyoro Community. The incident reportedly occurred during a dispute on their farm.
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The Yobe State Police have apprehended a 29-year-old man linked to a motorcycle theft. The arrest follows a report filed by a victim whose motorcycle was stolen in Damaturu.
The Delta State Police have arrested a man, Michael Ayauze, on suspicion of cult involvement and recovered a firearm during a raid in the Ibusa area. Authorities are pursuing other individuals who fled the scene.
