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SERAP Urges President Tinubu to Probe ₦6.79 Billion Police Fund Scandal and Retrieve Missing Arms
SERAP has petitioned President Tinubu to investigate the alleged misappropriation of ₦6.79 billion and the loss of police firearms, citing critical failures and corruption reported by the Auditor-General.
Osun Masterminds Expresses Worry Over Alleged Partisanship by Police and Traditional Leaders Ahead of Polls
The Osun Masterminds has raised alarms regarding the alleged use of police force against opposition members and warned traditional rulers against engaging in partisan politics before the August 15 governorship election.
Nigeria Police Force Celebrates Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel’s Commonwealth Gold Medal
Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel won the 400m hurdles gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, drawing praise from the Nigeria Police Force leadership.
Gwamna Urges Police and INTERPOL to Investigate Online Defamation Campaign
APC candidate Dr. Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna has filed a formal petition with the IGP to investigate an alleged organized campaign of defamation and fake news targeting his reputation ahead of the 2027 elections.
Gombe APC gubernatorial hopeful Jamilu Gwamna seeks police and INTERPOL intervention regarding online defamation
Gombe APC gubernatorial candidate Jamilu Gwamna has filed a formal police petition alleging a smear campaign involving cyberbullying and false reports of his arrest.
Nigeria Police Force Enhances Anti-Terrorism Investigative Capabilities
The Nigeria Police Force has enhanced its counter-terrorism investigative skills following a UN-backed training program for officers in Morocco.
Federal Court orders police to pay N12 million over detention of journalist
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has ordered the Nigeria Police Force to pay N12 million in damages to journalist Kasarahchi Aniagolu for her unlawful detention and mistreatment in 2024.
Osun 2026: Police appoint Erale as Election Security Commissioner
The Nigeria Police Force has deployed Commissioner of Police Erale Samuel Etaifo to coordinate security for the upcoming Osun State governorship election, emphasizing neutrality and strict law enforcement.
Osun State receives new police chief prior to gubernatorial poll
Samuel Erale has been named the new Commissioner of Police for Osun State, replacing Ibrahim Gotan just before the August 15 governorship election amid allegations of bias.
Dispute Erupts Between Osun State Authorities and Police Over SSG Detention
The Osun State Police and the state government have clashed following the detention of SSG Teslim Igbalaye, with both sides presenting opposing views on the legality of a police raid ahead of the upcoming governorship election.