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Lagos police dismiss cult clash rumors, intensify security
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng8d ago2 sources

Lagos police dismiss cult clash rumors, intensify security

The Lagos State Police Command dismissed widely circulated messages alleging an impending cult clash in parts of the state, with Commissioner of Police Fatai assuring residents and intensifying security in areas like Shitta.

Ghana Police Commander Alarmed by Attacks on Checkpoints
Politicsmyjoyonline10d ago

Ghana Police Commander Alarmed by Attacks on Checkpoints

The North East Regional Police Commander, DCOP Osei Shaibu, has raised alarm over recent attacks and the burning of police checkpoints in parts of the region. He described the destruction of these facilities as a serious threat to public safety and regional security.

23 killed, 108 injured in Maiduguri bombings – Police
Worldn1-bihPremium Times1mo ago2 sources

23 killed, 108 injured in Maiduguri bombings – Police

The spokesperson for the police command, Nahum Daso, said preliminary findings indicate that the attacks were carried out by suspected suicide bombers. The post 23 killed, 108 injured in Maiduguri bombings – Police appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Police rescue four abducted passengers in Oyo
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Police rescue four abducted passengers in Oyo

The Oyo State Police Command has successfully rescued four abducted passengers who were taken along the Igbeti-Kishi Road after a swift security response. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-four-abducted-passengers-in-oyo/

Delta begins screening for police constable recruitment
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Delta begins screening for police constable recruitment

The Delta State Police Command has started physical and credential screening for shortlisted applicants for the police constable recruitment exercise. Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-begins-screening-for-police-constable-recruitment/

#EndSARS: Lawyer writes Lagos police commissioner, demands payment of N10m judgement debt
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

#EndSARS: Lawyer writes Lagos police commissioner, demands payment of N10m judgement debt

A human rights lawyer, Joseph Opute, has given the Lagos State Police Command a two-day ultimatum to pay N10 million awarded against it by the Federal High Court in Lagos for violating the fundamental rights of #EndSARS memorial protesters. PREMIUM TIMES obtained a copy of the letter dated 3 March and addressed to the Commissioner […] The post #EndSARS: Lawyer writes Lagos police commissioner, demands payment of N10m judgement debt appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

TikToker “Duabo King” arrested for spreading false claims about Kumasi police officers
Politicsmyjoyonline1mo ago

TikToker “Duabo King” arrested for spreading false claims about Kumasi police officers

A 45-year-old social media content creator has been arrested by the Ashanti Regional Police Command for allegedly publishing false information about police officers on TikTok — content he later admitted he fabricated purely to drive views and engagement. Isaac Boafo, popularly known online as "Duabo King," was picked up by officers from the Police Intelligence Directorate (Ashanti Region) following a viral TikTok video in which he claimed four officers stationed at the Central Police Station...

Plateau police arrest notorious kidnap kingpin, recover firearms
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Plateau police arrest notorious kidnap kingpin, recover firearms

The Plateau State Police Command has apprehended Babangida Buba, alias Babawo, a notorious kidnap kingpin who had evaded capture after a previous operation dismantled his syndicate in Shendam. The post Plateau police arrest notorious kidnap kingpin, recover firearms appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police arrest 27 suspects in Plateau flashpoint raids
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Police arrest 27 suspects in Plateau flashpoint raids

By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Plateau State Police Command has arrested 27 suspects in an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal flashpoints across the state. The suspects were apprehended late Tuesday night in Alheri, Apata, Busa-Buji, and Angwan Suya areas at about 11:05 p.m., according to the command’s spokesperson, Alfred Alabo. He said police operatives recovered […] The post Police arrest 27 suspects in Plateau flashpoint raids appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gunmen Abduct Residents in Sokoto, Nigeria
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng18d ago2 sources

Gunmen Abduct Residents in Sokoto, Nigeria

Bandits attacked the Chacho community in Sokoto’s Wurno LGA, abducting several residents. The state police command has launched a rescue operation for the victims.

Police deploy personnel for Eid-el-Fitr security in Adamawa 
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Police deploy personnel for Eid-el-Fitr security in Adamawa 

The Adamawa State Police Command deploys heavily armed personnel to ensure peaceful Eid-el-Fitr security and a hitch-free celebration across the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-deploy-personnel-for-eid-el-fitr-security-in-adamawa/

Police crack Kusasi Chief murder case, arrest 3 suspects
Worldmyjoyonline1mo ago

Police crack Kusasi Chief murder case, arrest 3 suspects

The Ashanti South Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of the Kusasi Chief, Abdul-Malik Azenbe, with the arrest of three suspects believed to be directly involved in the crime.

Police arrest suspected cultists, recover firearms in Kwara
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Police arrest suspected cultists, recover firearms in Kwara

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested several suspected members of secret cult groups in Ilorin, recovering firearms, charms and other items believed to be used in criminal activities across the state. The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Adekimi Ojo, disclosed this during a press briefing on Friday in Ilorin, where he highlighted Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-suspected-cultists-recover-firearms-in-kwara/

Police boost security in Borno over possible protest
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Police boost security in Borno over possible protest

The Borno State Police Command has raised an alarm over information circulating on social media about a purported protest in the state. In a brief statement released in the early hours of Friday, the Spokesperson of the command, ASP Nahum Daso, assured that the command remains vigilant and has put in place necessary measures to Read More: https://punchng.com/police-boost-security-in-borno-over-possible-protest/

Gunmen shoot farmer, kidnap wife in Ondo
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Gunmen shoot farmer, kidnap wife in Ondo

The Police Command in Ondo State has confirmed gunshot injuries sustained by a farmer and the abduction of his wife by gunmen on Wednesday night in Akure, the state capital. The post Gunmen shoot farmer, kidnap wife in Ondo appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police query officers over alleged misconduct against corps member
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Police query officers over alleged misconduct against corps member

The police command in Lagos State says officers accused of misconduct against a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member have been identified and are under investigation. The post Police query officers over alleged misconduct against corps member appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police detain four, recover vehicles stolen in Enugu, Anambra
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Police detain four, recover vehicles stolen in Enugu, Anambra

The Police Command in Enugu State has detained four suspects, recovering one vehicle stolen in Enugu and two snatched in Anambra, including one linked to a 2022 kidnapping. The Spokesman of the Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, in a statement released in Enugu on Saturday, said the feat was achieved in separate intelligence-driven operations. Ndukwe said Read More: https://punchng.com/police-detain-four-recover-vehicles-stolen-in-enugu-anambra/

Police confirm attack on Catholic Church in Cross River 
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Police confirm attack on Catholic Church in Cross River 

The Police Command in Cross River has confirmed an attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Katchuan Iruan in Boki Local Government Area of Cros River. The post Police confirm attack on Catholic Church in Cross River  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kaduna police neutralise bandits, arrest gunrunners, recover weapons and drugs
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Kaduna police neutralise bandits, arrest gunrunners, recover weapons and drugs

The Kaduna State Police Command has recorded significant successes in its ongoing operations against banditry, gunrunning, kidnapping, and other violent crimes, arresting several suspects and recovering illegal firearms and hard drugs over the past two weeks. The post Kaduna police neutralise bandits, arrest gunrunners, recover weapons and drugs appeared first on Vanguard News.

Police Arrest 42 Illegal Miners Over Kwara Monarch Abduction
Worldvanguard-ng1d ago

Police Arrest 42 Illegal Miners Over Kwara Monarch Abduction

The Kwara State Police Command confirmed the arrest of 42 suspected illegal miners following the abduction of a traditional ruler in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state. The arrests are part of an ongoing investigation into the incident.

Ghana Police arrest suspects with stolen ECG cables
Worldmyjoyonline6d ago

Ghana Police arrest suspects with stolen ECG cables

The Oyibi Police Command in Ghana's Greater Accra Region has arrested two men found in possession of 40 bundles of electrical cables suspected of being stolen from the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

Worldpublicopunch-ng19d ago2 sources

Oyo Police Assure Residents of Easter Safety

The Oyo State Police Command has deployed comprehensive security measures to ensure a peaceful Easter celebration, urging residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities.

Police probe man’s viral claim of killing 32 in Oyo
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Police probe man’s viral claim of killing 32 in Oyo

The Oyo State Police Command launches an investigation into a viral video where a man named Shawama claims he killed 32 people and was commended. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-mans-viral-claim-of-killing-32-in-oyo/