Plateau Attacks: I Lost 4 Children, 7 Relations, Father Reveals
Survivors of the recent attacks in Plateau State are still struggling to come to terms with the heavy losses they suffered when terrorists invaded their communities. For John Mai’Agwa, a 52-year-old man who lost four children, four cousins and three in-laws, the pain is unbearable. In one fell swoop, the gunmen killed 11 of his […]
“ENOUGH IS ENOUGH,” PRESIDENT TINUBU ISSUES NEW DIRECTIVES ON SECURITY
“ENOUGH IS ENOUGH,” PRESIDENT TINUBU ISSUES NEW DIRECTIVES ON SECURITY President Bola Tinubu has directed an immediate and comprehensive overhaul of national security strategies, demanding urgent action to end the escalating violence in Borno, Benue, Plateau and Kwara states. The President, who met with security chiefs at the State House in Abuja for more than […]
Oyo Amotekun Corps Dismisses 21 Operatives for Grave Offenses
The Oyo State Amotekun Corps has summarily dismissed 21 operatives from service, effective April 10, 2025, due to grave offenses that could tarnish the agency’s reputation. Egalitarian Voice reports that the dismissed operatives are from various commands across the state. Dismissed Operatives Ibadan North East Command – Abdulraheem Abdullahi – Ifakunle Akinleye – Adelokun Olaide […]
It’s Mischievous – Police Warn Against Planned April 7 Nationwide Protest
The Nigeria Police Force has urged the Take It Back Movement (TIB) and other organizers to call off the planned nationwide protest set for April 7. Daily Post reports that the civil society organisation and other groups have concluded plans to stage a nationwide protest on April 7. The protest, according to the National Coordinator […]
Security Tightened In Oyo Ahead of Alaafin Owoade’s Saturday Coronation
The Oyo State government has put in place heightened security measures, including the deployment of security operatives at strategic locations within the ancient city and surrounding communities, as the coronation of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, takes place on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Oba Owoade, who was presented with the staff of […]
Oyo Amotekun Rescues Kidnap Victim, Foil #100M Ransom
…… Fifth in One Week In a daring rescue operation, Oyo Amotekun operatives have freed Mr. Olabiyisi Mobolaji, a kidnap victim, in Afijio Local Government, Oyo State. The rescue was carried out amidst heavy gunfire exchange with the kidnappers, marking Amotekun’s fifth successful rescue mission in one week. According to eyewitnesses, Mr. Mobolaji was kidnapped […]
IGP Instructs Police To Roll Out Plan to cut Crime Rates by 50% in 2025
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all commands of the Force to implement a comprehensive plan to reduce crime rates by 50 per cent in 2025. He gave the directive at the 5th Edition of the Annual Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Abeokuta. The programme which theme is ‘Improving Nigeria’s […]
BREAKING: Oyo Amotekun rescued Four kidnapped Victims
BREAKING: Oyo Amotekun rescued 4 kidnapped Victims In a daring operation, the Oyo State Amotekun Corps, in collaboration with local hunters, has rescued the Baale of Alagede, his two wives, and two sons. They were kidnapped earlier today, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at their residence in Alagede village, near Kola Daisi University, Akinyele, Ibadan at […]
Oyo Amotekun Corps Conducts Successful Clearance Operation, Apprehends 7 Suspects
In a decisive move to bolster security and safeguard lives and property, the Oyo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, has carried out a comprehensive clearance operation across the state, Egalitarian Voice reports …. The operation, which took place on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, involved a contingent of over 300 Amotekun personnel from eight […]
Updated: Osun Police Command Confirms Casualty Figure in Monday’s Unrest
The Osun State Police Command has confirmed that six people lost their lives in the political unrest that engulfed the State on Monday. In a statement released today, the Command’s spokesperson, SP Yemisi Opalola sympathized with those who lost loved ones and property to the crisis. She stated that the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Abba […]