SECURITY & CRIME

IGP Disu Redeploys Placid, Appoints New Police Spokesperson 0
- SECURITY & CRIME, SLIDE
- June 19, 2026
The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Isuku Victor as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force. The appointment forms part of a broader administrative restructuring within the police hierarchy aimed at strengthening operational effectiveness and improving service delivery. Under
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Thieves Steal Policeman’s Car, Cart Away Rifle, 30 Bullets In Kogi 0
- SECURITY & CRIME, SLIDE
- June 18, 2026
A police inspector attached to the security detail of the Kogi State Government House has reportedly lost an assault rifle and 30 rounds of live ammunition after suspected thieves stole his vehicle in Lokoja, triggering a nationwide search by law enforcement authorities. According to an internal police wireless message dated June 16, 2026, the missing
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Governors, Ministers May Be Next Targets For Bandits – Buratai Warns 0
- SECURITY & CRIME, SLIDE
- June 15, 2026
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai (retd.), has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, warning that the growing influence of terrorists and bandits could eventually place top political office holders at risk if urgent and decisive action is not taken. Buratai’s warning followed reports surrounding the kidnap, torture, and eventual death
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Police Report: Bandits Launch Over 50 Attacks In One Week 0

The Federal Government’s expenditure on security-related projects and operations increased significantly in the first four months of 2026, even as violent crimes, kidnappings and attacks continued to affect many parts of the country. Official records obtained from the Open Treasury Portal indicate that the government spent ₦57.78 billion on various security initiatives between January and

State Police Bill Passes Second Reading In Senate 0

The Nigerian Senate has moved a step closer to establishing state police after a constitutional amendment bill seeking to decentralise policing powers successfully passed its second reading. The proposed legislation, titled A Bill for an Act to Alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, to Provide for the Establishment of State Police

Sunday Igboho Offers To Secure Oyo Public Schools 0

Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has expressed readiness to support the protection of public schools in Oyo State amid growing concerns over insecurity and attacks on educational institutions. The activist, through his private security outfit, Iru Ekun Private Security Limited, submitted a formal proposal to the administration of Seyi