…not compromise with individuals responsible for killings, kidnappings and other violent crimes across Zamfara communities. Insecurity: We'll never enter peace deals with terrorists – Gov Lawal vows
…and reiterated that the enforcement is aimed at strengthening public safety, improving crime prevention, and denying criminal elements opportunities to exploit vehicle identification loopholes. Police impound 15 vehicles in Abia, arrest suspects for registration offenses
…groups. "These are killers," he said. "These are people who have committed heinous crimes in different parts of the country. Some are facing trial. Some have been arrested after years of effort by security agencies. For anybody to suggest that they should simply be released is very difficult to accept." Austines insist…
…threats. He stated that the act undermines efforts toward intelligence gathering and crime prevention. Nguroje quoted the Commissioner of Police as saying that operations to identify irregular number plates is a continuous exercise. “Violators will continue to face arrest, prosecution, and other legal sanctions as prov…
…units despite the presence of security operatives, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. DAILY POST gathered that vote-buying incidents were recorded across multiple polling units in Emure-Ekiti and Ose-Ekiti Local Government Areas of the state. Party agents, especially those of the ruling party…
…not compromise with individuals responsible for killings, kidnappings and other violent crimes across Zamfara communities. Lawal expressed confidence in the capacity of government security agencies to defeat banditry, maintaining that no criminal group possesses the strength to overwhelm the Nigerian state. He noted th…
The Kaduna State Police Command has recorded major breakthrough in its fight against crime, arresting 12 suspected kidnappers, 13 suspects
…threatens showdown, gives ultimatum By Adeola Badru The worsening wave of violent crime across Oyo State has taken a grim turn with the reported killing of a pregnant woman allegedly abducted by suspected Fulani kidnappers, despite ongoing ransom negotiations. This development came amid growing concerns over insecurity…
…infantility, a child should be able to differentiate the ewẹ and wè from each other. "Crime may indeed have no ethnicity, but that does not relieve us of the duty to identify the environment that breeds and sustains it. A desert does not cease to be a desert because it contains a few oases" he said. While no one can de…
…we have found ourselves wallowing in this insecurity bind. Enough! He also said, "Crime has no ethnicity." It has! Except we want to keep deceiving ourselves, we know the origin of the insurgency whacking the country. We also know its region, religion, and ethnic colouration. We must own up to that. Recently, I saw on…
…for a unified approach among security agencies within the South-East region to reduce crime and enhance security. He made the call while embarking on an operational visit to Imo State as part of his strategic assessment tour of the South-East Geopolitical Zone, in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Pol…
…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