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Niger Police Apprehend 139, Remand 64 Individuals After Violent Suleja Protests
Niger State Police arrested 139 people and remanded 64 following a violent rally in Suleja where participants reportedly robbed citizens.
Enugu Security Operatives Nab Kidnap Gang, Free Captives
Security forces in Enugu State have arrested three kidnap suspects and rescued two victims linked to the August 2 attack on St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, with Governor Peter Mbah vowing that criminals will not escape justice in the state.
Military Captures Kidnap Syndicate Leader and Seizes Weapons in Enugu
Joint security forces arrested a suspected kidnapping commander in Enugu and recovered a cache of weapons, including four AK-47 rifles, following an intelligence-led operation.
Rapid Response Squad apprehends over 30 individuals in Lagos crackdown
Lagos police arrested over 30 people during a Sunday night operation on the Lekki-Ajah Expressway aimed at curbing the harassment and extortion of motorists.
Lagos Rapid Response Squad Detains Over 30 Individuals in Midnight Anti-Crime Sweep
Lagos RRS officers arrested over 30 people during a Sunday night operation on the Lekki-Ajah Expressway aimed at curbing harassment of motorists and improving road safety.
Nigeria Customs Service Intercepts Rifles and Cannabis Products at Lagos Port
Nigeria Customs Service officials have seized concealed pump-action rifles and over N373 million worth of cannabis-infused snacks at TinCan Island Port, leading to two arrests.
Nigerian Correctional Service suspends officials following viral TikTok broadcast by inmate
The Nigerian Correctional Service has removed three senior officers at the Ibara Medium Custodial Centre following a viral TikTok broadcast by an inmate on death row.
Retired DSS Agent Arrested Over IPOB Ties, Trial Set for August 6
A retired DSS official, Nwaogu Ihechimere Ezeakolam, faces a four-count terrorism trial in Abuja on August 6 for his alleged support of the proscribed group, IPOB.
Nigeria Immigration Service apprehends 12 individuals for QNET-related illicit activities
The NIS has taken 12 suspects into custody for their alleged roles in a QNET-linked fraud scheme that involves human trafficking and irregular migration.
Nigerian Army recovers body of abducted community leader in Imo state
Troops under Operation UDO KA have exhumed the body of Chief Ibe Anyadu from a shallow grave in Umudike Forest following the arrest of suspects involved in his murder.