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Nigeria Police Force
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Police in Imo State Neutralize Notorious Bandit Leader Known as Acid
A notorious bandit leader known as Acid was killed by police in Imo State following an intense gun battle, with investigators linking him to multiple murders and violent attacks across the region.
August 9, 2026
Police Neutralize Gang Leader Involved in Murder of Imo Monarch
A suspected gang leader, Ojiogu Elumah Martin, died in a shootout with police as authorities move to resolve the 2026 murder of an Imo traditional ruler.
August 8, 2026
IGP Disu Pledges Neutrality for Upcoming Osun Governorship Election
Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu vows that the force will remain neutral and ensure the security of the August 15 Osun governorship election.
August 7, 2026
Police Assign Four Officers to Each Polling Unit for Osun Election
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has mandated a minimum of four officers at every polling unit in Osun State to ensure a secure and credible election, while withholding senior commander assignments until election day to prevent political interference.
August 7, 2026
CDHR Raises Alarm Over Constant Rotation of Delta State Police Chiefs
The CDHR has criticized the frequent replacement of Delta State police commissioners while welcoming the appointment of Samuel Erale Etaifo as a step toward regional balance.
August 7, 2026
Police leadership gears up for state-level integration amid reform discussions
Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun confirms the police force is preparing for state-level policing as part of a national reform agenda discussed at a NIPS workshop.
August 6, 2026
Niger State Police and Army Brigade Leadership Commit to Enhanced Security Collaboration
Niger State Police Commissioner Adamu Abdullahi Elleman and Brig. Gen. K. Rabiu of the 31 Artillery Brigade have agreed to intensify joint security efforts and intelligence sharing to combat regional threats.
August 6, 2026
IGP Olatunji Disu Announces New Police Leadership Assignments
IGP Olatunji Disu has deployed Commissioners of Police to state commands and strategic formations nationwide to boost operational efficiency and support ongoing force reforms.
August 6, 2026
Martins Vincent Otse to Attend Police Inquiry in Abuja Following Case Relocation
Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VDM, has agreed to meet with the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja following the transfer of his case to the Force Criminal Investigation Department, with his lawyers calling for transparency and independent observation.
August 6, 2026
Police Service Commission transfers 50,000 recruits for training
The Police Service Commission has officially handed over 50,000 new recruits to the Nigeria Police Force for upcoming training following a transparent selection process.
August 6, 2026