Sokoto Police Strengthens Security Plans Ahead of 2027 ElectionsThe Sokoto State Police Command says it has strengthened its security architecture ahead of the 2027 general elections and the Ember months.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Hayatu Hassan Shaffa, disclosed this during a strategic security meeting with Divisional Police Officers, Heads of Departments, tactical commanders and members…
Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with a tactical team, have killed 21 Boko Haram terrorists during a joint raid on a terrorist camp around the Kopre Mountain general area of Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
According to a report by Zagazola Makama, the operation was conducted between the early hours of August 26 and August 27, following credible intelligence on the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)-led inter-agency technical team has commenced a three-day assessment of terrorism financing risks within the non-profit sector in Sokoto State.
The team, led by Erinomo Temitope, is in the state as part of a nationwide National Terrorism Financing Risk Assessment of the Non-Profit Sector in Nigeria, being conducted across the country’s six…
The Sokoto State Police Command says it has neutralised two suspected bandits, recovered two AK-47 rifles and 54 rounds of live ammunition, and arrested several suspects in separate operations against banditry and motorcycle theft across the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP…
The Osun State Police Command has invited Senator Francis Fadahunsi to explain comments allegedly contained in a viral video in which he appeared to call for attacks against members of the opposition ahead of the state’s governorship election.The police described the video as a matter of “serious concern”, particularly because the election is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August…
Nigerian troops operating in Borno State have recorded another success in the fight against terrorism after neutralising several suspected terrorists and recovering weapons and ammunition during a military operation.The operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts by the armed forces to dismantle terrorist networks operating in the North-East and prevent them from regrouping or launching…
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has called on the Nigerian military to intensify its operations against bandits and other criminal groups threatening communities across the state.The governor’s appeal comes amid continued security concerns in parts of Kebbi and the wider North-West region, where communities have faced attacks, killings, kidnappings and other forms of criminal activity.Idris…
The Nigeria Police Force has rescued four persons who were kidnapped in Edo State following a coordinated security operation aimed at tackling violent crime in the area.According to police authorities, the rescue operation was carried out after intelligence gathering and surveillance led officers to the suspected hideout of the kidnappers. On sighting the approaching security operatives, the…
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development has commended the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals for their efforts in tackling illegal mining and restoring order to Nigeria’s solid minerals sector.Speaking during an official engagement with officers of the Mining Marshals, the minister praised the unit’s leadership for its commitment to enforcing mining regulations…
The Inspector-General of Police has announced plans to deploy four police officers to each polling unit during the forthcoming local government elections in Osun State as part of measures to ensure a peaceful, free and credible electoral process.According to the police authorities, the deployment is intended to strengthen security, prevent electoral violence and protect voters, election officials…