Author: Adeniyi Daniel

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested six suspected members of a notorious “one chance” robbery syndicate allegedly involved in robbing unsuspecting commuters along Ago Palace Way in the Okota area of the state.‎‎In a statement issued on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Lagos State Command, SP Abimbola Adebisi, said the suspects were arrested following a stop-and-search operation carried out by police operatives along Ago Palace Way, Isolo.‎‎“During the operation, a tricycle with registration number AAA 720 QL conveying about six occupants was intercepted while the suspects were allegedly attempting to rob some citizens.‎‎“On sighting the police,…

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, has called for stronger collaboration between the Police, traditional institutions, and local communities as part of ongoing efforts to enhance security and public trust across the country.‎‎The IGP made the call on Friday during a courtesy visit to the palace of the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II.‎‎The visit, described by many as symbolic and historic, underscored the growing emphasis on community-driven policing and strategic partnerships between security agencies and traditional institutions in addressing emerging security challenges.‎‎Speaking at the event, Disu expressed appreciation to the…

Amid mounting tension over the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has assured anxious parents and residents of Yawota and Erin-Ele communities that security agencies are closing in on suspected kidnappers who abducted pupils and staff members from two government schools in the area. Disu gave the assurance on Saturday during a high-level operational visit to the affected communities in Orire Local Government Area of the state following the disturbing incident, which has thrown parents, residents, and school authorities into fear and uncertainty. The abduction reportedly occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on…

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the death of 17 officers following a coordinated midnight terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, where they were undergoing advanced counter-terrorism training. In a statement on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, the officers, who were participating in specialised operational and tactical training to sharpen their skills lost their lives during an attack carried out by heavily armed terrorists in the early hours of May 8, 2026. According to Placid, several personnel of the Nigerian Army also…

Ahead of the launch of the Violent Crime Response Unit in Lagos State, the Lagos State Police Command has received fresh operational support from the Lagos State Security Trust Fund aimed at enhancing personnel safety, operational efficiency, and rapid response capabilities. The operational assets, donated by the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), include two operational vehicles, 50 ballistic helmets, 50 bulletproof vests, and 50 ballistic shields for the newly established Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). The Police Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Abimbola Adebisi in a statement on Saturday said the initiative forms part of ongoing reforms…

Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, has reacted to reports surrounding the killing of a top ISIS commander in Nigeria, stressing that the fight against terrorism must be pursued without endangering innocent civilians. Gumi made the remarks on Saturday in a Facebook post while commenting on claims that Nigerian troops, working alongside American forces, carried out a successful operation against Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a senior ISIS figure reportedly operating within the Lake Chad Basin region. While supporting efforts to eliminate terrorist groups, the cleric warned against military actions that could result in civilian casualties. “It’s a religious obligation to annihilate terrorists, but not…

The Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), has confirmed the killing of a senior Islamic State commander, Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, during a coordinated air-land operation conducted in Metele area of Borno State. The operation, carried out in collaboration with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), targeted a concealed terrorist enclave within the Lake Chad Basin axis following sustained intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. Media Information Officer of OPHK, Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, describing the operation as a major breakthrough in ongoing counterterrorism efforts in the North-East. According to him, the operation led to…

Days after three abducted persons regained freedom in Ipojo area, Iperin, Atan-Ijebu, Ogun State, police operatives have dealt a major blow to the suspected kidnap syndicate linked to the crime, arresting its alleged leader and recovering arms, ammunition, and cash believed to be proceeds of ransom payments. The success followed an intelligence-led operation by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Ogun State Police Command, which also led to the neutralization of two suspected kidnappers during a fierce gun battle along the Ijebu-Ode/Ibadan Road axis of the state. Recovered from the suspects were one AK-47 rifle loaded with ten rounds…

Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has called for stronger collaboration between security institutions, community organisations, and citizens to effectively tackle Nigeria’s evolving security challenges and promote sustainable national development. The police chief made the call while speaking at the Rotary/Rotaract District Joint DISCON AKUGBE’26 held at the Cathelea Convention & Event Center, Edo State, where he stressed that modern security threats now extend far beyond conventional crimes. Addressing participants at the conference themed, “Peace, Security and Sustainable Development: How Rotary Builds Stronger Communities Through Strategic Partnerships,” the IGP said contemporary security challenges now include terrorism, cybercrime, organised criminal networks, cultism,…

The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance against corruption and misconduct within its ranks with the dismissal, arrest, and prosecution of police personnel implicated in cases of armed robbery, kidnapping, extortion, stealing, and abuse of office in Rivers State and its environs. The Force described the actions of the affected officers as a grave betrayal of the ethics, standards, and professional values of the institution, stressing that ongoing internal reforms under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, remain focused on identifying and removing criminal elements from within the Force irrespective of rank or status. The…