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FCT Police Raid Kidnapping Strongholds in Niger, Capture Suspect and Free Hostage
FCT Police arrested a kidnapping logistics supplier in Niger State and successfully rescued a separate hostage from the Karshi area without paying ransom.
Ansaru Leaders Admit to Terrorism Charges in Abuja Court
Mahmud Usman and Abubakar Abba, two prominent Ansaru commanders, have changed their pleas to guilty regarding 32 terrorism charges currently being heard at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Delta State Police Prevent Cult Initiation and Seize Weapons
Delta State Police raided a secret cult initiation in Orogun, recovering illegal firearms, seven vehicles, and various items after a brief exchange of gunfire.
Four Police Officers Arrested for Extorting ICPC Chairman
Four police officers are in detention after allegedly extorting 53,000 Naira from the ICPC Chairman during an illegal checkpoint operation in Abuja.
Ondo Police Apprehend Interstate Robbery Gang and Seize Firearms
Ondo State police have arrested three suspected interstate robbers and recovered an AK-47, a Beretta pistol, and various tools following a highway stop-and-search operation.
Yobe Police Apprehend Fraud Syndicate and Two Rape Suspects
Yobe State police have arrested a five-man fraud gang linked to fake bank transfers and counterfeit currency, while also detaining two men for the alleged rape of minors.
NDLEA Breaks Up International Drug Ring, Seizes 1.63 Million Tramadol Tablets En Route to Kano
The NDLEA has disrupted a transnational trafficking syndicate, seizing 1.63 million tramadol pills and making multiple arrests across Nigeria in a series of coordinated operations.
Suspected Cultists Clash With Police During Failed Revenge Mission in Lagos
A 45-year-old man was arrested after a botched cult reprisal attack in Oshodi led to an armed standoff with police officers.
Two Arrested as Bauchi Police Recover Stolen Toyota Hilux
Bauchi police apprehended two suspects, including a dismissed soldier, for the theft of a Toyota Hilux stolen in Plateau State and recovered it in Bauchi.
Oyo Police Capture Armed Robbery Suspect After Motorcycle Hijacking
Oyo State police have arrested Shafiu Nuhu for allegedly using a hammer to attack a motorcycle taxi driver and steal his vehicle in Ibadan.