…a state governed by the rule of law. We demand that the IGP enforce due process and fair policing by aborting all anti-people plots against democracy in Osun state. We finally request that the police and other security agencies should act in line with the rule of law and their oath of office before, during and after th…

…elections. The statement partly read, “Deliberations will focus on Intelligence-led Policing, Police-Community Partnerships, digital technologies, Artificial Intelligence, and other contemporary approaches to strengthening police operations before, during, and after elections. “The Conference, primarily involving offic…

…responded to a complaint at a residential address in Ha-Mphego Village, Thohoyandou policing precinct, Vhembe District, on Thursday, 6 August 2026. Upon arrival, officers found a 34-year-old male with multiple penetrating trauma injuries. Emergency Medical Services personnel attended the scene and certified the man dec…

…members of the public that the operations form part of its proactive, intelligence-led policing strategy aimed at identifying potential security threats, preventing criminal activities and safeguarding lives and property across the State. "The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP CLETUS C. N. NWADIOGBU, psc(…

…was carried out to provide a more functional and conducive environment for effective policing. The command said the event was attended by the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, who was represented by the Balogun Alanamu of Ilorin, Prof. Usman Abuba…

…unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property through intelligence-led policing. "The Command assures residents that there will be no hiding place for criminal elements within the State. "Abians, as partners in crime prevention, are encouraged to support the Police by providing timely and useful informa…

…and make meaningful contributions that would enrich national policy discussions on policing and internal security." On the work that went into the proposal, IGP Disu said the committee examined state policing systems in other countries before drafting Nigeria's framework. "A lot of comparative analysis has been done. W…

…Beyond identity management, Adegbuyi argued that verified location data could improve policing, emergency response, tax administration, social investment programmes and logistics by allowing government agencies to accurately identify people, businesses and infrastructure. He also linked the proposal to local government…

…is necessary, but it must not become decentralised impunity. Greater responsibility for policing, education, infrastructure, and economic development must be matched by stronger audits, transparent standards, and measurable outcomes. Economic institutions also require credible independence. The Central Bank’s monetary…

…letter to the Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, the group called for intelligence-led policing, rapid deployment of Mobile Police units, improved surveillance around farming communities and faster responses to distress calls. The union argued that responding after attacks was no longer sufficient, insisting that com…

…the PPRO said all the arrests reflect the Command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and prompt response. “These successes reflect the unwavering commitment of the officers and men of the Command to safeguarding lives and property,” he said, and urged residents to remain alert and support police efforts. “I urge…

…focused on communicating the IGP’s operational directives and reinforcing ethical policing across the command. Addressing the officers, the Commissioner warned against all forms of professional misconduct, including incivility towards members of the public, extortion, harassment, abuse of office, and other unethical pr…

…safety and national security.” According to SERAP, “The diversion of funds meant for policing, abandoned security projects, missing firearms and ammunition, and the misuse of police exhibits undermine the operational effectiveness of the Nigeria Police Force, weaken public confidence and may contribute to Nigeria’s wor…

…nine men and one woman, were arrested through sustained follow up and intelligence-led policing. Further investigation identified a fleeing suspect, Abubakar Salihu 'm', popularly known as 'Sankolo', as the principal suspect and mastermind. According to the PPRO, the suspects abducted the boy identified as Ubaiyu Muham…

…to reducing crime across the Federal Capital Territory through intelligence-driven policing and public collaboration.

…of the Special Ad-hoc Committee on Constitution Review, also said Nigeria’s centralised policing structure was increasingly unable to provide the local knowledge, personnel strength and response time required by a federation as large and complex as Nigeria. He referenced the Executive Bill HB 2797 Establishment of Stat…

…and law enforcement operations, intelligence gathering, border security, community policing and socio-economic interventions in conflict-affected areas. The NCCSALW boss also acknowledged the Nigeria Police Force for supplying the largest number of recovered weapons destroyed under the programme, disclosing that the po…

…Chief in West and Central Africa award. Photo: Zone 2 police commandJimoh Transformed Policing in LagosSpeaking when he received the award, Jimoh said the recognition belonged to the officers and personnel who served under his command, not to him alone. He pointed to the Eko Strike Force team as one of the key innovati…

…and support staff of the NDC. He said the collaboration was aimed at enhancing effective policing, internal security and national development. The IGP stressed the importance of strong collaboration among security agencies in addressing the lingering security challenges facing the country. He described the study presen…

…would amount to creating a “Federal State Police” rather than a genuinely decentralised policing system rooted in true federalism. The position formed part of resolutions reached at a general meeting of stakeholders and elder statesmen held at PANDEF’s liaison office in Abuja. The meeting was attended by former Akwa Ib…

…release and full accounting of all security appropriations, restore intelligence-led policing, strengthen border security and tackle the economic conditions that drive young people towards criminal networks.Atiku is the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 general elections, havi…

…timely, and useful information to the Police to aid crime prevention and effective Policing across the State." by Linda Ikeji at 28/07/2026 7:16 AM | Share this Story

…Government must strengthen intelligence gathering, secure schools, deepen community policing, deploy technology for surveillance and rapid response, and ensure that perpetrators are swiftly apprehended and prosecuted. Education cannot thrive where fear exists. Every child deserves to learn in safety, and every teacher…

…Photo Otti/Uba Sani/Charles Soludo>The bill's passage marked a major shift in Nigeria's policing structure, with the House withdrawing its earlier constitutional amendment proposal in favour of the Executive Bill. From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.As reported by The Punch, while some sta…

…euros ($1 billion) for breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA), the bloc’s landmark law policing the conduct of dominant online platforms. It was the first penalty imposed on the company under the legislation. The Commission issued two separate decisions: a 460-million-euro fine for favoring Google’s own shopping, hote…