police

The Digest: The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has appointed CSP Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), entrusting him with the task of improving the image of the Nigeria Police Force. Key Points: Inspector-General of Police appoints CSP Benjamin...

Summary: Retired police officers in Plateau State are urging the National Assembly and IGP to facilitate their exit from exploitative pension schemes, citing low pensions and unpaid dues. They seek action to remove them from these schemes, calling for a resolution to their plight. Key...

The Digest: In a significant show of integrity, operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police rejected a N1.5 million bribe intended to release a kidnap suspect. The arrest of Yahaya Saleh, who offered the bribe, marks a strong stance against corruption in the force. Key Points...

On June 8, 2025, Nigerian police rescued 11 kidnap victims in Katsina State after a gunfight with bandits along the Danmusa–Mara Dangeza road. Simultaneously, in Delta State, operatives arrested two kidnappers, including syndicate leader Abubakar Hassan, and intercepted an arms cache (2 AK-47s...

A major arms trafficking scandal has rocked Nigeria’s security forces, with 18 soldiers and 15 policemen arrested for allegedly selling weapons to terrorists. Operation Hadin Kai uncovered widespread arms racketeering across 11 states. Arrested include a traditional ruler and 8 civilians...