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  • Police exonerate company, directors of false allegations

    Police exonerate company, directors of false allegations

     

     

    The Nigerian Police Force has exonerated a company, Cabota Energy Services Limited, and its directors of criminal allegations.

    The directors cleared by the police include Dr Raymond Akintayo, Dr Babafemi Fagite and Mr Charles Obisike.

    The company and its directors were alleged to have engaged in acts of terrorism, kidnapping, conspiracy and stealing.

    The petition was filed by Fortunatus Osuagwu of Viagem Energy Services Limited.

    However, after a thorough and diligent investigation, the police findings revealed that the dispute between the parties stemmed from a contractual relationship and did not disclose any criminal conduct.

    In the interim report by the Police Monitoring Unit, dated Feb. 25, and made available to newsmen on Tuesday, it said the allegations lacked merit.

    “The allegations of obtaining under false pretence, attempted assassination, kidnapping and stealing lack merit as there was no evidence to establish the alleged offences against the suspects.

    “In view of the above facts, the case is entirely civil in nature as it emanated from a contractual agreement that never went through arbitration to determine any breach as contained in the lease agreement and parties have been advised to seek remedy in a civil court.”

    It said the police had, therefore, taken appropriate corrective steps, including communicating with the Nigeria Immigration Service regarding the conclusion of investigation

    It said the law enforcement agency also communicated with INTERPOL, through the National Central Bureau (NCB), and directed the removal of the names of the affected directors from relevant watchlists.

    Responding to the development, Cabota Energy Services Limited, in a statement, commended the professionalism, diligence and commitment to justice displayed by the Nigerian Police Force, particularly the office of the I-G Monitoring Unit.

    The company, in the statement issued by its Executive Director, General Services; Dr Fagite, described the investigation as “careful and impartial.”

  • PSC Approves Promotion Of 13 CPs, 17 DCPs In Merit-Based Exercise – Official

    PSC Approves Promotion Of 13 CPs, 17 DCPs In Merit-Based Exercise – Official

    (CP OLOHUNDARE JIMOH, CP LAGOS)

     

    By Dianabasi Effiong

    The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 13 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to the rank of Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs), following their successful performance in the recently concluded written examinations and oral interviews.

    According to Torty Kalu, Head, Protocol and Public Affairs,
    PSC, the list of successful officers has been formally conveyed to the Inspector-General of Police for immediate implementation.

    (CP MILLER DANTAWAYE CP FCT)

     

    He stated that the newly-promoted AIGs were: Emmanuel Ado Christopher (former CP, Yobe State);
    Joseph Eribo (former CP, Ekiti State); Dantawaye Miller (former CP, FCT); and
    Uche Ifeanyi Henry, PhD (Director, NPF-National Cyber Crime Centre).

    Others are: Olarenwaju Peter Ogunlowo (former CP, Ogun State);
    Muhammad Dahiru (former CP, Jigawa State); Dankombo Morris (former CP, Adamawa State);
    Bello Shehu (former CP, Katsina State); and Ibrahim B. Maikaba (former CP, Zamfara).

    Kalu also stated on Thursday that Ahmed Musa (former CP, Sokoto State); Olohundare Moshood Jimoh (former CP, Lagos State); Simeon Udofia Akpanudom, FDC, (former CP, Anti-Fraud FCID Annex Lagos); and Haruna Olufemi (former CP, Oyo State); were also elevated to the AIG rank.

     

    In the same exercise, 17 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) were promoted to the rank of Commissioners of Police (CPs).

    They include:
    – Abdulrahim Audu Shaibu (Commander NIWA, Lokoja)
    – Abbas Sule (DC DFA INTERPOL)
    – Ojugbele E. Adebola (DC OPS Zone 2 Lagos)
    – Preye Raymond Egbetokun (DC DFA Akwa-Ibom Command)
    – Kayode Uthman Magaji (Community Policing, R&P, FHQ, Abuja)
    – Adebisi Bola Lateef (DC DFA Osun Command)
    – Markus Ishaku Basiran (DC DFA Zone 6 Calabar)
    – Silas Bamidele Aremu (DD Admin DoLS)
    – Sylvester Onyie Uzoefuna (DC DOPS Cross River Command)
    – Magaji Ismaila (DC Projects PAB FHQ Abuja)
    – Theodore Chukwuemeka Obasi (DC Maritime Lagos)
    – Sarah Idowu Ehindero (DC DFA Ogun State Command)
    – Hayatu Shaffa Hassan (DC SID Abia State Command)
    – Mohammed Babakura (DC Inspectorate DTD)
    – Danjuma I. Yahaya (DC DOPS Zone 12 Bauchi)
    – Rebecca Uchenna Okereke (Band Master)

    Additionally, 19 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) were elevated to Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs), including notable officers such as Rilwan Shaibu (PTS Nekede IMS), Grace Obiageli Ejiofor (AC Disaster Management, FHQ Abuja), Ibrahim Ada Yusuf (AC Idu Railway Abuja), Muazu Imaru Dange (A/COR T/Wada Kano), and Samuel Ebikebina Debekeme (C/ DOO-Akpo Bayelsa State Command).

    The Commission also approved the promotion of 35 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) to the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs).

    While congratulating the promotees, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (rtd), described their promotions as a recognition of merit, dedication, and excellence in service.

    He charged the newly-promoted officers to redouble their efforts and justify their new ranks through unwavering commitment to effective policing and national security.

    “The promotion is not an end but an opportunity to contribute more to the noble task of safeguarding lives and property.

    “The Commission remains committed to transparency, merit, and adherence to global best practices in all promotion processes.

    “As we say: If you fail, you fail – you return next time to re-sit. After three failures, retirement follows in line with Public Service Rules,” DIG Argungu stated.

    He commended the PSC Board Members, including Hon. Justice Paul Adamu Galumje (JSC rtd), Dr. Taiwo Lakanu (DIG rtd), and the Secretary to the Commission, Chief Onyemuche Nnamani, for their invaluable contributions to the success of the exercise.

    The Police Service Commission reaffirmed its dedication to building a professional, efficient, and accountable Nigeria Police Force through fair and rigorous promotion processes.

  • Police begin screening for constable recruitment in Jigawa

    Police begin screening for constable recruitment in Jigawa

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    By Muhammad Nasir Bashir

    Dutse, March 7, 2026 The Police command in Jigawa has concluded arrangements for physical and credentials screening of applicants seeking recruitment from the state.

     

    The command’s spokesperson, SP Shiisu Lawan, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Dutse.

     

    Lawan said the screening would hold from March 9 to April 18 at the Police State Headquarters, Dutse.

     

    He advised applicants to visit the recruitment portal https://npfapplication.psc.gov.ng to check their status and print required documents for presentation at the screening venue.

     

    Applicants are expected to appear strictly on the date stated on their invitation slips.

     

    “The Jigawa State Police Command informs applicants that physical and credentials screening for recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force will begin on March 9, 2026,” he said.

     

    The screening, he added, would continue until April 18 at the Police State Headquarters, Dutse.

     

    “The dress code is white canvas shoes, white T-shirt, white shorts and white stockings,” Lawan said.

    He said applicants must present their application submission slip, physical screening form, invitation slip with table number, and credentials screening form.

     

    Other required documents include National Identity Number printout or card, O’Level certificates, and birth certificate or age declaration.

     

    Applicants must also provide local government or state of origin certificate, trade test result for specialists, guarantor’s form with passport photographs, and other relevant credentials.

     

    Lawan warned that candidates without required documents, proper dress, or those arriving outside scheduled dates would not participate.

     

    Quoting the state Commissioner of Police, Dahiru Muhammad, Lawan urged shortlisted applicants to remain orderly and follow the guidelines.

     

    “Muhammad emphasised that the recruitment process is completely free and urged the public to report anyone demanding money.

     

    “The command encourages applicants to cooperate fully with officials to ensure a smooth and successful screening exercise,” Lawan added.

  • POLICE LEADS JOINT FORCES; PENETRATES AGBEDE FOREST IN DARING NIGHT OPERATION, ARREST SIX SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS

    POLICE LEADS JOINT FORCES; PENETRATES AGBEDE FOREST IN DARING NIGHT OPERATION, ARREST SIX SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS

     

    In continuation of the joint clearance operations, a meticulously executed night operation that underscores the resolve of synergised security forces to confront crime at its roots was conducted. The Edo State Police Command, in the early hours of Tuesday, 3rd February 2026, carried out a daring raid deep within the Agbede Forest, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, leading to the arrest of six suspects.

    The operation was launched following a critical intelligence breakthrough provided by a kidnapped victim who was able to clearly identify the forest camp where he had been held captive. Acting decisively on this lead, the Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, CP Monday Agbonika, fdc, personally led a formidable joint team comprising the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), and local hunters into the heart of the forest under the cover of darkness.

     

    Demonstrating precision and determination, the joint team drove for approximately three (3) hours until the end of the last accessible motorable road. From that point, the operatives advanced on foot, navigating dense forest paths and crossing three (3) locally constructed wooden bridges to reach the identified camp. The silent advance, which lasted close to two (2) additional hours, ensured tactical surprise and prevented any compromise of the mission.

    Upon arrival at the location at about 3:45 a.m., the area was swiftly cordoned off in a well-coordinated encirclement, effectively cutting off all escape routes. A thorough sweep of the camp resulted in the arrest of six suspects identified as: Mikel Gendaga ‘M’, aged 41 years, from Benue State; Yusuf Abubakar ‘M’, aged 34 years, from Kano State; Isyaka Abraham ‘M’, aged 30 years, from Kogi State; Isyaka Abubakar ‘M’, aged 37 years, from Kano State; Mohammed Sumo ‘M’, aged 20 years, from Kano State; and Mohammed Abubakar ‘M’, aged 25 years, from Kano State.

    The suspects are currently being profiled and subjected to intensive investigation by officers of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Benin City, for diligent prosecution.

    Describing the operation as a clear message to criminal elements, the Commissioner of Police commends the courage, discipline, and seamless inter-agency collaboration displayed by all personnel involved. He reaffirms the Command’s determination to take the fight against organised crime to the to the abode of suspected criminals at their most remote locations and warned that Edo State forests will no longer serve as safe havens for criminals.

    The Edo State Police Command urges members of the public to remain vigilant and to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information, assuring citizens that sustained intelligence-led operations will remain a key strategy in securing lives and property across the State.

    ASP ENO IKOEDEM,
    POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
    EDO STATE COMMAND.

    5th February, 2026.

  • PRESIDENT TINUBU ORDERS THE WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS GUARDING  VIPS FOR CORE POLICE DUTIES

    PRESIDENT TINUBU ORDERS THE WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS GUARDING  VIPS FOR CORE POLICE DUTIES

     

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the withdrawal of police officers currently providing security for Very Important Persons in the country.

    Henceforth, police authorities will deploy them to concentrate on their core police duties, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President,
    (Information and Strategy), disclosed in a statement.

    The presidential directive was issued at the security meeting President Tinubu held on Sunday with the police, Air Force, army chiefs and the Director-General of the Department of State Services, DSS, in Abuja.

    According to the Presidential directive, VIPs who want police protection will now request well-armed personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.

    Many parts of Nigeria, especially remote areas,  have few policemen at the stations, thus making the task of protecting and defending the people difficult.

    In view of the current security challenges facing the country, President Tinubu is desirous of boosting police presence in all communities.

    Already, President Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 30,000 additional police officers. The federal government is also collaborating with the states to upgrade police training facilities nationwide.

    Sunday’s meeting was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Waidi Shaibu; the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke; the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun; and the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Tosin Adeola Ajayi.

     

  • Police Begin Manhunt For Killers Of Three Officers, Two Vigilante In Kogi

    Police Begin Manhunt For Killers Of Three Officers, Two Vigilante In Kogi

     

    Police in Kogi in synergy with other security agencies have began a manhunt for the gunmen that killed three police officers and two vigilantes in the early hours of Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Egbe, Yagba West Local Government area of the state.

    Spokesman of the state police command, SP Ovye Aya Williams, disclosed this in a statement Wednesday evening.

    He said the victims were killed along Okoloke – Pategi road patrol team at pin down point along Okoloke-Pategi road, Egbe.

    Aya said the command lost three of its officers during the attack before the reinforced team arrived at the scene.

    To this end, the said the Commissioner of Police, Miller G. Dantawaye, has ordered the deployment of tactical team comprising police mobile force, counter-terrorism unit, anti-kidnapping, intelligence and quick response units to work in synergy with other security agencies to hunt down the killers.

    Dantawaye also ordered the team to quickly
    restore normalcy in the area.

    According to the statement, the CP further tasked the deputy commissioner of police, investigation department, to commence investigation into the incident.

    “The CP calls on the good people of the area to assist the police with credible information on the identity of the hoodlums to enable the police trail and apprehend them,” Aya said.

  • CP embarks on rural patrol in Enugu, reiterates commitment to fighting crime

    CP embarks on rural patrol in Enugu, reiterates commitment to fighting crime

     

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    The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, Mr Mamman Giwa, on Saturday, led a comprehensive rural security patrol of communities within Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area.

    Speaking to journalists after the patrol, the commissioner said that the exercise was part of ongoing efforts to enhance security in rural communities.


    He said that it was meant to boost confidence among the residents as well as security personnel within the general area of Uzo-Uwani council general area.

    According to him, we did a comprehensive patrol of Nimbo, Opanda, Adani, Ogurugu, and Nkpologu communities in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area and reiterated our resolve to keep every area in the safe and secured.

    “This patrol is aimed to boost the confidence of rural residents, deter criminal activities and strengthen synergy among security agencies operating in the area,” he said.

    During the exercise, Giwa visited both the temporary and permanent sites of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Madueke located in the area.


    The Commander of the Naval Base, Commodore A. O. Odejobi, warmly received the Commissioner and actively joined him in the patrol.

    They were also accompanied in the patrol by the Chairman of Uzo-Uwani LGA, Chief Uzugwu Chijioke.

    “We are also reaffirming the unwavering resolve of the Police and other security agencies to intensify collaborative efforts in tackling criminal elements, particularly those involved in violent crimes.

    “We are assuring residents, especially those in rural areas of the continued commitment of security forces in Enugu State to ensuring their safety and overall security,” he added.

    Accompanying the commissioner included: Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mr Gregory Itobore, Head of the Command’s Operations Department; and Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mr Idowu Moroof, who is the Commanding Officer, 3 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Enugu.

    Others are: Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mr Suraju Oyewole, Head of the State Intelligence Department (SID); Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mr Stephen Gudu, who is Nsukka Police Area Commander; and other senior police officers.

  • Police arrest 228 suspects for various offences in Enugu

    Police arrest 228 suspects for various offences in Enugu

     

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    The Police Command in Enugu State has arrested 228 suspects for various crimes ranging from kidnapping, murder, armed robbery, and vandalism from March 2025 till date.

    In a press briefing on Thursday in Enugu, the state Commissioner of Police, Mr Mamman Giwa, said that the arrests were part of the command’s efforts to combat crime and ensure the state remains safe for citizens, investors and visitors.


    The commissioner disclosed that 33 kidnapped victims had been rescued, and 44 firearms, including ammunition, had been recovered; while 20 vehicles had been recovered from the suspects.

    According to him, the breakdown of the arrests includes 33 suspects linked to kidnapping; 12 to murder; six to firearms-related offenses; five to rape; 42 to armed robbery; 44 to cult-related activities and 149 to stealing and vandalism.

    On cases of arrest, the Commisioner said, “on April 2, 2025, police operatives attached to Igbo-Eze North Division arrested one Oluchi Odoh, 26, for the murder of her younger sister, Chinelo Odoh, 23, while she was sleeping.


    “At about 2:40 a.m., the suspect left her room and attacked her mother, her sister and the same sister’s 7-year-old son with an axe.

    “They were rushed to the hospital, where Chinelo was confirmed dead, while the others are currently responding to treatment.

    “The suspect confessed and, upon the conclusion of the investigation by the Homicide Section of the State CID, was charged to court and remanded in the Correctional Custodial Centre,” he said.


    The police boss noted that acting on intelligence, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Tactical Squad rescued a 4-year-old girl child in Abia State on March 25, 2025.

    “She was stolen on March 15, 2025, by her family’s neighbour, Esther Adejo, 55, who was later arrested in Edo State on March 23, 2025. Her accomplice, Onyinye Benjamin, 62, was also arrested in Abia State.

    “Esther Adejo had rented an apartment in the same compound as the victim’s parents in Ede-Oballa, Nsukka LGA, and kidnapped the child barely two weeks later.


    “Both suspects confessed, and the case has been charged to court, “ he said.

    The commissioner urged all citizens to be law-abiding and report any criminal activity to the security operatives; assuring that the command remained committed to ensuring the safety and security of the state.

    He said, “The arrests and recoveries are a testament to the command’s dedication to combating crime and maintaining peace in Enugu State.


    He said the State Police Command’s commitment to security is evident in its proactive approach to tackling crime, and its efforts are expected to continue yielding positive results.

  • Police rescue kidnapped victim, neutralise one, recover firearms, ammunition, vehicle

    Police rescue kidnapped victim, neutralise one, recover firearms, ammunition, vehicle

     

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    The Police Command in Enugu State has
    rescued a kidnapped victim, neutralised a kidnapper, recovered firearms, ammunition and an operational vehicle of the kidnap gang.

    This is contained in a statement issued by the Command’s Spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe, on Sunday in Enugu.

    Ndukwe noted that operatives of the Command, attached to the CP’s Monitoring Unit and the Anti-Kidnapping Tactical Squad, successfully rescued a male kidnapping victim and neutralised one of the kidnappers in the early hours of May 3, 2025.

    He said that the successful operation also led to the recovery of a locally-made double-barrelled pistol loaded with two live cartridges from the neutralised suspect and a green-coloured Nissan Almeria car used by the kidnappers.

    According to him, the suspects, operating in the Nissan vehicle, have abducted the victim in his Mercedes Jeep after firing sporadically within the Government Residential Area (GRA) of Enugu at approximately 9pm on April 2, 2025.

    He said, “They subsequently transported him to an unknown location.

    “The Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Giwa, on receipt of information on the incident, immediately mobilised operational and intelligence assets, directing personnel to ensure the victim’s safe rescue and the apprehension of the perpetrators.

    “Through coordinated efforts, the police operatives trailed the gang to their hideout in a valley within the Ngwo area. A gunfight ensued, leading to the neutralisation of one of the suspects and the safe rescue of the victim.

    “However, the suspects had forcefully transferred the sum of ₦2,250,000 from the victim’s account after initially demanding a ransom of ₦20 million.”

    The spokesman said that the commissioner had commended the operatives for the swift and successful operation.

    He mandated the operatives to intensify efforts to apprehend the remaining fleeing suspects and recover the victim’s vehicle.

    Ndukwe reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to rid the state of unrepentant criminals, while soliciting citizens’ continued support.