Security General

Rivers Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber, Recover Firearms

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered multiple firearms and live ammunition during an intelligence-led operation. In a statement, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Grace Iringe-Koko, said operatives acting on credible intelligence arrested the suspect, identified as Austine Emenike, popularly known as “Oyibo,” from Aluu in Ikwerre Local

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Troops Kill Two Suspected Lakurawa Terrorists, Recover Arms in Kebbi

Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group and recovered arms and ammunition during a military operation in the Sabarumawa axis of Kebbi State. The operation was carried out on June 27 following credible intelligence indicating that the terrorists

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Security Politics

Benue Police Launch Investigation into Killing of Miyetti Allah Chairman, Another Victim

The Benue State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the killing of the state chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Risku Mohammed, and another man, Yakubu Isa, by suspected gunmen. The State Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, said the victims were ambushed and killed while returning from a

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Nigerian Army Reshuffles Senior Officers, Appoints New GOC 6 Division

The Nigerian Army has announced a major reshuffle of its senior officers, affecting key operational, command, training and staff appointments across the country. In a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army said the redeployment, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, is

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General Security

Police Arrest Suspected Bandit Logistics Supplier in Ilorin

The Nigeria Police Force has disrupted a suspected bandit logistics network with the arrest of a key suspect in Ilorin, Kwara State. Police said the suspect was allegedly involved in supplying logistical support to bandit groups operating in parts of the country. The arrest followed intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks aiding armed gangs.

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Security General

Military Launches Operation Clean Sweep III Against Bandits in Katsina

The Defence Headquarters’ Joint Task Force North West under Operation Fansan Yamma has launched a major offensive operation, codenamed Operation Clean Sweep III, targeting terrorists and bandits operating in Matazu Local Government Area and neighbouring communities in Katsina State. The operation follows the incident that led to the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar,

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Security General

Defence Headquarters Condoles Katsina Over Killing of Retired General

A high-powered delegation from the Defence Headquarters has paid a condolence visit to the Katsina State Government over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abdullahi, assuring that those responsible for his killing will be brought to justice. The delegation, led by the Chief Administration Officer at the Defence Headquarters, Major General I.M. Abdullahi, was

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General Security

Police Deploy DIGs Across Geopolitical Zones to Tackle Insecurity

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the deployment of Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) to all six geopolitical zones of the country as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and address growing insecurity. The deployment, which takes effect on June 15, 2026, was announced during the Monthly Strategic Conference with senior police

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Security General

Rivers Police Train Officers on Fraud Investigation and Forensics

The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a training programme for officers on fraud investigation and forensic techniques to improve evidence-based investigations and prosecutions. Speaking at the opening of the two-day training in Rivers State, Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju described the programme as a key component of ongoing police reforms being driven by the Inspector-General

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Security General

Police Confirm Death of Missing Commercial Driver in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 55-year-old commercial driver who was reported missing two weeks ago. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe, said the driver, identified as Christopher Emmanuel Akpabio, was allegedly murdered by a suspected criminal syndicate after being hired by three suspects at

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