Tag: POLICE

IGP Monitoring Unit Grills Suspected Officers Amidst Probe Initiated by Inspector-General

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In light of allegations involving some officers of the Rivers State Police Command, including accusations of unprofessional conduct, kidnapping, name-dropping, extortion, and unjust enrichment, the Inspector-General of Police (Ag.), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed a swift and thorough investigation into the matter. These allegations emerged from a petition submitted by Mr. Israel Joe on behalf of Mr. Atubi Davison. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in statement said the officers implicated in these allegations are currently undergoing interrogation by the IGP Monitoring Unit as part of an ongoing investigation aimed at uncovering the truth…

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Inspector-General of Police Attends 2023 Global Public Security Cooperation Forum in China

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In his unwavering pursuit of enhanced security management in Nigeria through global engagement, Acting Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun is currently in Shanghai, China, en route to Lianyungang. He is taking part in the esteemed 2023 Global Public Security Cooperation Forum, Lianyungang (GPSCFL). This prestigious gathering convenes international security experts and stakeholders for substantive discussions on global security challenges and developmental strategies. The Forum, serving as a conduit for international collaboration and addressing security concerns transcending national borders, is a vital platform for advancing cooperative strategies and initiatives aimed at…

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Collaborative Efforts by Nigerian Army and Police Result in Elimination of IPOB/ESN Fighters in Abia and Enugu Operations – Multiple Hideouts Discovered, Artillery Weapons Recovered

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In a decisive operation carried out jointly by the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Police, three combatants associated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and their armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), were eliminated in a fierce encounter. Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu the Army spokesman in a statement said, the confrontation unfolded during a clearance mission conducted in the early hours of Monday, September 18, 2023, within the Igboro Forest, situated between Arochukwu and Ohafia Local Government Areas of Abia state. Following their victory…

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BREAKING Police Begin Investigation of Mohbad’s Death

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A day after rapper Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad was buried in the Ikorodu Area of Lagos, the Nigeria Police Force says it has began investigation to unravel the cause of the celebrity’s death. This is coming on the heels of emerging revelations trailing the death of the singer who was said to have filed a petition on 27th June 2023, complaining to an Assistant Inspector General of Police about threat to his life, malicious damage of properties, occasional harm and oppression. The Police in a statement issued…

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Security Forces Successfully Neutralize 151 Terrorists, Rescue 76 Kidnapped Victims, and Arrest 501 Criminal Collaborators Nationwide

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Significant Operation Targets Terrorists, Oil Thieves, and Criminal Syndicates Across Multiple Regions In a series of highly effective operations conducted by security forces across various theaters of operation, a total of 151 terrorists have been neutralized, 76 kidnapped hostages have been successfully rescued, and 501 individuals associated with terrorist activities and oil theft have been apprehended. Additionally, 89 illegal refinery sites, 138 storage tanks, 29 dugout pits, 235 cooking pots, and 56 boats used for crude oil theft have been discovered and destroyed. During a briefing in Abuja, Major General…

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Federal Government’s Group Life Assurance Payment Earns Praise from Nigerian Army; COAS Applauds Presidential Initiative

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The Nigerian Army (NA) has expressed its appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria for its directive to settle the outstanding Group Life Assurance payments owed to the families of fallen Nigeria Army personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), conveyed this commendation during the opening ceremony of the Chief of Army Staff Combined Second and Third Quarters Conference held at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess 1 in Asokoro, Abuja, on September 12, 2023. In…

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Over 800 Terrorists Neutralized, 1,300 Criminals Apprehended, and 700 Hostages Rescued in 3-Month Operations-DHQ

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The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba has revealed that the armed forces of Nigeria have achieved significant successes in the past three months, neutralizing 817 terrorists, apprehending 1,326 criminals, and rescuing 721 hostages in various operations across the country. Major General Buba disclosed this information during a press briefing on military operations held in Abuja. The individuals arrested include 42 kidnappers, 231 terrorists’ collaborators, 33 armed robbers, 80 cattle rustlers, 325 militia members, 27 rail vandals, 73 gunrunners, and 191 suspected oil thieves. During this period,…

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PEPT Judgment: NPF Strengthens Deployment, Reiterates Commitment To Protection Of Lives, Property

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Warns Mischief Makers Against Misinformation, Unguided Utterances In its bid to fortify security architecture and forestall any breakdown of law and order across the country as a result of the forthcoming Presidential Election Petition Tribunal Judgment scheduled to be passed on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, the Nigeria Police Force has strengthened its deployment across the length and breadth of Nigeria. The Police wish to reiterate the commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property before, during, and after the judgement. The NPF has diligently emplaced all necessary deployments and…

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Chike’s Detention Not Illegal, He Has A Case to Answer-Police

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The Nigeria Police Force has addressed recent concerns and what it termed ‘malicious reports’ surrounding the detention of Mr. Chike Ibezim. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi he said “Contrary to speculations, we affirm that Mr. Chike is in lawful custody based on a court order, and his detention is in connection with a prima facie case of malicious publication, cyberbullying, and other related offences that are still under investigation by the Police. The arrest and detention of individuals are carried out in strict adherence to…

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Military Achieves Significant Gains: 39 Terrorists Neutralized, 157 Arrested, 109 Hostages Rescued

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Amidst unwavering determination, the Armed Forces of Nigeria have demonstrated their commitment to national security through a series of successful operations. Over the course of two weeks, their relentless efforts resulted in the neutralization of 39 terrorists, underscoring their commitment to eradicating threats posed by violent extremist groups. Moreover, a notable achievement was the apprehension of 157 individuals linked to these groups, a significant blow to their activities. Presenting an update on these operations, Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations (DMO), addressed Defence Correspondents in Abuja…

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MNJTF Bids Farewell to Deputy Force Commander and 12 Military Staff Officers

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The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) has bid farewell to its Deputy Force Commander and 12 Military Staff Officers as they concluded their one-year mission. In a special ceremony held at the MNJTF headquarters in Ndjamena, the Force Commander, Maj Gen Ibrahim Sallau Ali decorated them with MNJTF medals in recognition of their dedicated service. Addressing the officers, the Force Commander expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the unwavering commitment and tireless efforts of the departing officers. He remarked, “The senior officers have shown exceptional professionalism and valor in the fulfillment…

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PSC Mandates Retirement of Four DIGs for Breaching Police Tradition

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has issued a directive for the immediate compulsory retirement of four senior Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs), namely Dan-Mallam Mohammed, Moses Jitiboh, Hafiz Inuwa, and Adeleke Bode. These DIGs were found to be in violation of established police tradition by not retiring after the appointment of their colleague, Olukayode Egbetokun, as the acting Inspector-General of Police. However, the PSC has simultaneously endorsed the promotion of four Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, namely Ibrahim Ka’oje, Daniel Sokari-Pedro, Ayuba Ekpeji, and Usman Nagogo, to the rank of DIGs.…

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