Category Security

Lagos Police Rescue 6 Abandoned Children in Ejigbo

Six abandoned children, now safe, after being rescued by Lagos police in Ejigbo

Lagos State Police rescued six abandoned children from a residential apartment in Ejigbo, Lagos, on Sunday. Police spokesperson, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the rescue and stated that investigations are underway. The incident was reported to the Ejigbo Police…

Army Crushes Illegal Oil Refining in Niger Delta

Nigerian Army patrol boat in the Niger Delta, combating illegal oil refining

PORT HARCOURT, NIGERIA – The Nigerian Army’s 6th Division, working with other security agencies, has increased its operations against illegal oil refining in the Niger Delta Region (NDR). Recent actions have resulted in the dismantling of multiple illicit sites and the arrest of…

30 Unidentified Bodies Found in Imo River

Officials investigating unidentified bodies found in Imo River

Umuahia North LGA, Abia State – Over 30 unidentified bodies have been discovered in the Imo River near the Oriendu autonomous community, Umuahia North LGA, Abia State, since last year, sparking fear and outrage. The bodies are suspected to be victims of ritual…

Two Men Detained in Lagos for Alleged Child Defilement

Assassination in Ondo State: Businessman murdered in Ore. Police investigate. Get the latest details on this tragic crime.

Lagos State Police have detained two men in connection with the alleged child defilement and impregnation of a 14-year-old girl. The suspects, aged 38 and 30, were arrested in the Okokomaiko area. The girl’s mother reported the incident to the Okokomaiko Police…

Sokoto Villages Face N22M Bandit Levy

Map of Sokoto State, Nigeria, highlighting villages affected by a N22 million bandit levy

SOKOTO STATE – Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has imposed a N22 million levy on four villages in Sokoto State. This action follows the death of a gang member and the reported loss of firearms during a recent military operation. Aminu Boza,…

Police Urge Suspension of Osun LG Elections Amid Security Threats

Police cordon in Osun State, representing security threats to the upcoming elections.

The Nigerian Police Force has advised the Osun State Government to suspend upcoming Local Government (LG) elections. The police cite security threats and credible intelligence reports forecasting violence. Force Public Relations Officer Muyiwa Adejobi released a statement Friday. The statement said, “Credible…

Military Operations: Troops Neutralize 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Hostages

Weapons and ammunition seized during military operations against terrorists

ABUJA – Nigerian troops neutralized 82 terrorists, arrested 198 suspects, and rescued 93 hostages nationwide in operations spanning the last week, the Defence Headquarters announced. The announcement detailed successful military operations accross the country. Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, confirmed the…

Council Secretary Escapes Abductors in Niger State

Scene in Sarkin Pawa, Niger State, following the abduction of the Council Secretary

Sarkin Pawa, Niger State – Daina Usman, the Council Secretary for Munya Local Government Area, escaped his abductors early Friday morning, after being kidnapped Thursday night. Council Chairman Aminu Najumei confirmed the escape. Usman was abducted from his residence near the riverbank in…

Portable Turns Himself In: Arrest Warrant Update

Singer Portable at a police station

Singer Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, turned himself in to Lagos State Police on Wednesday. The Ogun State Police Command had previously declared him wanted following an alleged assault on government officials. Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed Portable’s surrender.…