…university community. The operation, carried out by operatives of the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), also led to the recovery of firearms, ammunition and other dangerous weapons allegedly intended for use in violent activities. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, in a statement,…

…safest states. “Within the period under review, a total of 45 suspects of violent crimes were arrested. “These achievements underscore our unwavering resolve to rid Edo State of criminal elements and demonstrate that the Command remains proactive, responsive, and relentless in confronting every form of violent crime.”…

…seized by the agency. "All vehicles and assets forfeited as proceeds of drug-related crimes are disposed of only through transparent public auction processes conducted by duly appointed and government-registered auctioneers," he said. Babafemi added that any legitimate auction exercise by the agency would be widely adv…

…governor’s office. And the governor replied that even if I found his child committing a crime, I should arrest him. Luckily the commissioner of police was there, and the AIG of the zone and other officers were there. “Nobody will commit a crime and go scot-free. You can’t kill a person or anybody and think you can walk…

…of AI in investigations By Ikechukwu Nnochiri The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukayode, has decried the activities of internet scammers popularly known as Yahoo Boys, revealing how over N7.2 million was wiped from the account of a serving judge at midnight. Speaking during…

…down 155 Ukrainian drones overnight from Thursday to Friday over its regions and annexed Crimea, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. On Thursday, Russia unleashed one of the most intense drone and missile attacks to hit the Ukrainian capital since the start of its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. At least 3…

…Forest in Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State. "Operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit of the Command, in collaboration with the local security outfit in Umuobasi, carried out the operation on Sunday, 28/06/2026, leading to the destruction of the criminal camp and the disruption of criminal activities…

…to take the fight to the perpetrators rather than merely responding after these heinous crimes have been committed," the statement read. The church expressed confidence that the victims would return safely and prayed for peace and security across the country. The Benue State Police Command has yet to issue a statement…

…and clearly displayed number plates remain vital tools for intelligence gathering, crime investigation and the swift identification and tracing of vehicles used in criminal activities. The Police Commissioner therefore urged vehicle owners and motorists to ensure that their vehicles are duly registered and fitted with…

…and credible information on suspicious persons and activities to aid the fight against crime.

…by 2030, but cybercriminals are scaling just as quickly. Interpol reported that cybercrime has cost the continent over $3 billion since 2019. South Africa alone recorded nearly 18,000 ransomware detections in 2025, the highest in Africa. Mastercard also noted that the country accounts for 29% of the continent’s ransomw…

…hostile environment. "What is most important is that you were not deported for a crime."You carried yourselves responsibly while earning a living in South Africa."Unfortunately, this challenge has come, but we must face it together as a country," he said. The minister reiterated the commitment of President Bola Tinubu'…

…through credible information to support efforts against kidnapping and violent crimes. (NAN)

…fight against insecurity by bringing policing closer to the people and communities where crimes occur. He argued that state police would improve local intelligence gathering, enhance rapid response to security threats, deepen community policing and enable security personnel to better understand the language, culture, t…

…public to continue supporting the Police with timely and credible information to preempt crime," the statement concluded.

"After committing the crime, the suspects fled the scene with the deceased's Lexus RX 330 vehicle, which was later recovered through intelligence-led and technical tracking operations at the Onikolobo area of Ogun State," the CP said. The police commissioner also revealed that detectives recovered several items believe…

…Details shortly... BREAKING: El-Rufai arrives in court for trial over alleged financial crimes

…as a critical measure for tackling terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes. During his Democracy Day address earlier this month, Tinubu reiterated his administration's commitment to combating insecurity, declaring that terrorists, bandits and their sponsors would face the full force of the law. He stat…

…Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja. According to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, the defendants and their companies are facing a seven-count charge bordering on alleged obtaining by false pretence, conversion of funds and money laundering involving N740 million. The first prosecution wit…

…“I wish him well,” Trump said. “But he’s got two problems: energy and immigration — and crime. But energy and immigration. He’s really hurt himself very, very badly.” Starmer announced Monday that he would resign as Labour leader but remain prime minister during an orderly transition, after months of pressure from part…

…"Security agencies, the Department of State Service (DSS), the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), and the Nigerian Police Force (NPF)should support regulators in preventing diversion, hoarding, illegal storage, and disruption of legitimate supply movement," he said. Ekpo enjoined marketers and importers to…

…providing credible and timely information that would support efforts aimed at combating crime and maintaining public safety.

…its support for legitimate security operations aimed at protecting lives and combating crime, the state government maintained that such exercises must be conducted professionally, responsibly, and in accordance with established operational standards. The government added that security operations should inspire public c…

Mininim Oseji, the Delta State Head of Service, Monday said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is conducting a

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has re-arraigned a former Chairman of the Board of Directors of defunct Skye Bank Plc, now Polaris Bank Limited, Tunde Ayeni, over an alleged N15.6 billion fraud. The development was disclosed during proceedings before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital T…