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Katsina State Police Command has arrested a bank official in Daura for allegedly stealing N18 million from a customer through an ATM.    The suspect, an Assistant Operations Officer at a New Generation bank, is accused of conspiring with a friend to carry out the theft.     The spokesperson of the command, ASP Abubakar Aliyu, confirmed the arrest during …

Operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested two suspected kidnappers, Mohammed Sheu and Abubakar Umar.    The spokesperson of the command, SP Funmilayo Odulami-Omisanya, who paraded the suspects on Thursday, December 5, 2024, said the duo confessed to kidnap at Supare Akoko that led to the d3ath of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s campaign coordinator, …

The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the k!lling of a farmer, Sikiru Onaolapo.   The farmer was shot d3ad on his farm in the Oke Ekutu area, a disputed settlement between Ilobu and Ifon-Orolu communities.   Tension escalated in Ilobu on Tuesday after the lifeless body of Onaolapo was brought to …

In a series of coordinated operations, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have apprehended four suspected kidnappers, rescued a victim, and recovered a stolen vehicle in Taraba State.    The Army disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.    “On 1 December 2024, troops stationed at the Pupule checkpoint in Yoro …

Nigerian comedian and activist Mr Macaroni has reacted to the recent arrest of Nigerian Lawyer Dele Farotimi. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on December 4, 2024, Macaroni penned a detailed piece criticising the situation and slamming the Nigerian police for allegedly acting as tools of oppression for influential individuals. He wrote, “Dele Farotimi wrote a book called “Nigeria and Its …

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 34-year-old suspected gunrunner, Sunday Moses, recovered 364 rounds of live ammunition, two hand grenades, and other weapons.     The spokesperson of the command, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, said the suspect was arrested for illegal and secret importing ammunition into the state. …

Veteran Nigerian entertainer Charly Boy has spoken out strongly against the arrest of human rights lawyer and author, Dele Farotimi, by the Nigerian Police. On December 3, 2024, the outspoken singer took to Instagram to slam the Nigerian police over the arrest, calling it an “admission of fear.” He wrote, “Today, the Nigerian Police arrested renowned human rights lawyer and …

The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday dismissed a request by Mongolia to appeal a decision that found Ulaanbaatar in breach of its obligations for failing to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin during a visit.   Putin traveled to Mongolia in early September despite an arrest warrant issued by the ICC for the alleged illegal deportation of Ukrainian children following …

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a banker and two others for criminally conspiring to steal and use the identity of an Australia-based Nigerian, Mba John Ndukwe, to commit fraud. The suspects, Ndulaka Okwudili, Ifeanyi Nnamani and Philip Ozogwu, are accused of withdrawing over N4m from the victim’s bank account through fraudulent means.  The spokesperson of the command, DSP …

The Gombe State Police Command has arrested two suspects for criminal conspiracy and armed robbery.     The spokesperson of the command, ASP Buhari Abdullahi, who disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, November 28, 2024, said the suspects, Abubakar Musa, 22 and Usman Ismail, 20, all of Nasarawo Quarters, armed with dangerous weapons, attacked some residents and disposed them …