The Nigeria Police Force has arrested two suspects for separate fraud cases totaling over ₦500 million. One suspect is Canadian national Robert Harms; the other is Nigerian citizen Okeke Ogechi Njaka. Police apprehended Harms on February 7, 2025, at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. He was trying to flee to Canada when INTERPOL officers arrested him. Harms allegedly scammed Tepison Enterprises in Akwa Ibom out of $210,000. He introduced a fake Waste-to-Energy investment through a staff member at Polaris Bank. Police say Harms used forged documents and rerouted the…
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Nigerian Army begins it’s 2025 ‘Captain to Major’ Promotion Exam
The Nigerian Army has officially commenced the 2025 Captain to Major Written Promotion Examination (CMWPE), urging all participants to uphold the highest standards of discipline and integrity. The examination began today at the Nigerian Army School of Supply and Transport (NASST) in Benin City, marking a critical milestone for officers seeking advancement in their careers. In a statement released by Lt. Colonel Sani Uba, Spokesperson for the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) of the Nigerian Army, the event underscores the military’s commitment to merit-based promotions. “This examination is not just…
Read MoreSuspicious Man Arrested in Epe, 27 SIM Cards Found
A man identified as Godwin has been arrested in Epe, Lagos State, following the discovery of 27 registered SIM cards concealed in an abandoned security post where he was residing. The arrest, made on Monday by operatives of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC), came after over a month of surveillance on a government area in Delta State and subsequent reports from concerned Epe residents regarding Godwin’s suspicious behavior. Residents reported Godwin’s unusual routine, including changing clothes discreetly each morning and engaging in frequent late-night phone conversations. He was…
Read MoreNigeria Police Force Nabs Two Internationally Wanted Fugitives in Major Operations
Nigeria Police Force Nabs Two Internationally Wanted Fugitives in Major Operations Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant victory against transnational organized crime, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced the arrest of two high-profile fugitives wanted internationally for human trafficking and armed robbery. The suspects, Felix Omoregie and Okwudili Sabastine Ezeje, were apprehended in separate operations across the country, marking a collaborative effort with global law enforcement agencies. Felix Omoregie, a 37-year-old suspected kingpin of a human trafficking syndicate, was captured in Benin City, Edo State. Omoregie, who operates under…
Read MoreFalz opens up about his #EndSARS Experience in 2020
In a candid revelation that has reignited conversations about police brutality and social justice in Nigeria, renowned rapper and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, described his involvement in the 2020 #EndSARS movement as “one of the craziest and toughest moments of my life.” Speaking in a recent interview on a popular podcast, Falz shared personal insights into the protests that gripped the nation and drew international attention. The #EndSARS movement started in October 2020 as a campaign against police brutality by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad. SARS faced serious…
Read MoreFCT Police Crack Down on Car Thefts
The FCT Police have recovered three stolen vehicles in separate operations across Abuja and Akwa Ibom, showcasing swift action and intelligence-led investigations. Woman Confesses to Buying Toyota Master Keys Online On April 19, 2025, a gold Toyota Corolla (Reg. No. ABC 570 FJ) was reported stolen from the Federal Secretariat in Abuja. Police operatives from the FCT Command’s Scorpion Squad arrested one Yusuf Yunusa in connection with the incident. Following further investigation, Yusuf’s wife, Blessing Yusuf, was arrested on April 25 in Kwali Area Council. She confessed to purchasing Toyota…
Read MoreSokoto State Police Command Launches In-House Refresher Training to Boost Professionalism, Discipline, and Service DeliverySokoto, Nigeria
Sokoto State Police Command Launches In-House Refresher Training to Boost Professionalism, Sokoto State Police Command Launches In-House Refresher Training to Boost Professionalism, Discipline, and Service DeliverySokoto, Nigeria Discipline, and Service DeliverySokoto, Nigeria In a bid to elevate the standards of its workforce, the Sokoto State Police Command has officially launched an in-house refresher training programme aimed at enhancing professionalism, discipline, and service delivery among its officers. The initiative, which kicked off on Monday at the state police headquarters, is designed to equip personnel with updated skills and knowledge to better…
Read MoreMy aunt filmed while her husband raped me for eight months – Domestic worker
My aunt filmed while her husband raped me for eight months – Domestic worker In late 2018, Felicia (surname withheld) made a life-changing journey from Abuja, where she had been living with her uncle, to Lagos to spend the Christmas and New Year holidays with one of her aunts. During her stay, her aunt’s cousin, Mrs Ngozi (surname withheld), reportedly invited the Ebonyi State native to live with her in the Egbeda area of Lagos and promised to also enrol her in school. On January 4, 2019, 15-year-old Felicia moved…
Read MoreZone 10 Police beef up security for Easter celebrations
Zone 10 Police beef up security for Easter celebrations As Christians across the country prepare to celebrate Easter, the Zone 10 Police Headquarters, Sokoto, has announced the deployment of enhanced security measures across Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara States to ensure a peaceful and safe celebration. The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) in charge of the Zone, Gyogon Grimah, has directed the Commissioners of Police in the three states to intensify patrols, strengthen surveillance, and deploy adequate personnel to protect lives and property before, during, and after the festivities. According…
Read More2025 EASTER CELEBRATIONS: IGP EXTENDS FELICITATIONS TO CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
2025 EASTER CELEBRATIONS: IGP EXTENDS FELICITATIONS TO CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Orders Watertight Security, Visibility Policing As Christians across Nigeria and the world prepare for the 2025 Easter Celebration, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has extended his warmest felicitations to the Christian community on the occasion. The IGP acknowledges the significance of the celebration, which symbolizes hope, renewal, and sacrifice; and encourages Christians to reflect on these values and continue to promote peace, unity, and goodwill in their communities. The IGP hereby directs Commissioners of Police across…
Read MoreINTERNAL SECURITY: POLICE OPERATIVES NEUTRALIZE 4 KIDNAPPERS, RECOVER 18 RIFLES, 192 LIVE AMMUNITION OF VARIOUS CALIBRES
INTERNAL SECURITY: POLICE OPERATIVES NEUTRALIZE 4 KIDNAPPERS, RECOVER 18 RIFLES, 192 LIVE AMMUNITION OF VARIOUS CALIBRES. The Nigeria Police Force in its quest to sustain the tempo on the fight against violent crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and banditry, has again recorded significant successes across the country. The Police operatives attached to Delta State Command, on the 10th of April, 2025, in a sting operation on the activities of kidnappers within the state arrested one Abubakar Usman ‘m’ AKA Shehu, who was identified as the leader of a deadly…
Read MoreZazuu Crooner Portable Remanded in Ilorin Prison Over ‘Stringent’ Bail Conditions
Zazuu Crooner Portable Remanded in Ilorin Prison Over ‘Stringent’ Bail Conditions Ilorin, Kwara State – Controversial Nigerian singer, Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has been remanded in the Oke Kura Correctional Centre in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. This development follows the “Zazuu Zeh” hitmaker’s inability to meet the bail conditions set by an Upper Area Court in the state earlier this week. Portable, who has become known for both his energetic music and often-turbulent public persona, was reportedly arraigned before the court on charges related to alleged. His…
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