…Hall in January 2006, he was still the celebrated chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. His voice carried the moral urgency of a man who genuinely believed Nigeria could still be rescued through the disciplined application of law. "Let us speak the […]
…Democratic Congress, NDC, Aisha Yesufu, on Saturday accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, of being blinded to vote-buying and electoral malpractices during elections. Reacting to alleged vote-buying in Ekiti State, Yesufu said it should be decriminalised in Nigeria. Posting on X, the activist note…
Voters on Saturday chased away operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in Iyin-Ekiti during the ongoing 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The EFCC personnel were said to have stormed the polling unit to monitor and crack down on suspected vote-buying activities. The voters were reportedl…
…with the production crew and cast. That was the first time I ever met Yul. That's not a crime." She credited actors like Sylvester Madu for encouraging her into acting. Judy questioned the backlash against Yul, asking what message it sends to single mothers praying for support. "If we continue to allow people to lie an…
…that. Saga is a very nice person to me. He is a friend, a brother, and my partner in crime. Time will tell, if nothing is happening between them," she once said. Meanwhile, Liquorose continues to keep fans entertained with her bold fashion choices and signature dance moves, ensuring her name stays in the conversation.…
…positions including Operations Officer, Maisandari Division, Yobe State Command; Area Crime Officer, Umuahia Area Command, Abia State; Staff Officer, IGP Secretariat, Force Headquarters; Second-in-Command, 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron, Kubwa; and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room, where he s…
…According to the post, the operation was carried out by operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) in collaboration with military personnel. The joint security team was said to have acted on credible intelligence about the movement of armed bandits in Gambanda Forest on June 20 at about 2:30 am. "The criminal…
…not to inconvenience law-abiding citizens, but to enhance public safety and strengthen crime prevention. The CP further called on vehicle owners and motorists in the state to ensure timely registration and maintain clearly visible, valid number plates as required by law. Violators will face appropriate legal action. "T…
…community. The allegations emerged hours after operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, visited Polling Unit 003, Foutage of Oyebanji Okelele, Ward 06, Ikogosi, in Ekiti West Local Government Area, amid concerns over vote-buying during the election. About 10 EFCC officials reportedly arrived at…
…the most effective strategy for tackling banditry, kidnapping and other forms of violent crime across northern Nigeria.
…the Command's commitment to sustained proactive policing and zero tolerance for violent crimes. He warned criminals to desist from unlawful activities or face the full weight of the law, while assuring residents of continued safety and security across Ogun State. Police bust armed robbery, car snatching syndicate in Og…
Armed personnel of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, and the Amotekun Corps were on Saturday deployed to the polling unit where Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, was expected to cast his vote. Officials of the three security agencies arrived at the polling ce…
…he has completed several specialised trainings covering investigative interviewing, crime scene management, intelligence analysis, strategic communication and human rights-based policing. Before his latest appointment, he headed the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, where he oversaw publ…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a Nigerian-American citizen over an alleged cross-border vehicle import scam involving
…society," she said. Responding to her comments, a spokesperson for the National Crime Agency defended the investigation, describing it as a lengthy, detailed, and complex operation conducted in collaboration with international partners. The agency maintained that investigators acted impartially and that prosecutors aut…
…and traumatic". Diezani Alison-Madueke said the 13-year investigation by the National Crime Agency (NCA) "could have been handled a lot differently". Speaking exclusively to the BBC, she said: "I've […]
…acquired in the course of the training towards enhancing public safety and combating crime across the state. 112 Kwara police personnel complete combat training
…previous postings include Operations Officer at Maisandari Division in Yobe State, Area Crime Officer at Umuahia Area Command in Abia State, Staff Officer at the IGP Secretariat, Second-in-Command of the 50 Police Mobile Force Squadron in Kubwa, and Officer-in-Charge of the Force Headquarters Situation Room. At the Sit…
…Governorship Campaign Council in Osun State has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to immediately freeze bank accounts allegedly linked to a reported N13.7 billion ghost workers' salary scheme in the state. The committee made the call in a statement issued on Friday in Osogbo by its Secretary…
…an interview with the BBC, stressing that the 13 year investigation by the UK's National Crime Agency, NCA, could have been handled a lot differently. Her remark came after after she was cleared of bribery charges at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday. "I've not been allowed to travel. I've not been allowed to work. Th…
…"He told the police that after killing the two elderly men, he attempted to conceal the crimes by burying parts of their remains in and around his late father's farm settlement in Abanyama community. "After strangling and beheading 75-year-old Oko Okon, he dumped the headless body behind the victim's house, while the s…
…with the BBC, the 65 year old said the 13 year investigation by the UK's National Crime Agency, NCA, "could have been handled a lot differently." "I've not been allowed to travel. I've not been allowed to work. They destroyed my reputation and my integrity," she said. The court found her not guilty of five counts of ac…
…expansionist mission; therefore, any form of amnesty or reintegration is another crime on the part of the government. We cannot compare these bandits with the Niger Delta militants' agitation for equitable crude oil proceeds dispensation. These are bandits who killed and forcefully took people's land and their natural…
…and equipped as wretchedly as the federal police, they will not be able to fight petty crime, let alone banditry. Rather than wallow in persecutory delusions and paranoid permutations, Tinubu should adopt a three-pronged strategy. First, the political front. Set politics aside for a moment and pursue genuine national u…
This policy brief is a practical accountability tool for law enforcement agencies, policymakers, and civil society. Its value lies in tracking whether the sixteen recommendations are being implemented, identifying where progress has stalled, and sustaining pressure for measurable reform. Only through consistent complia…