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IGP Disu inaugurates committee on state policing

Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu has inaugurated an eight member committee to drive the implementation of state policing in Nigeria. The committee, made up of senior security experts and top police officers, is expected to develop a practical roadmap for setting up state police structures across the country in line with ongoing security reforms. Disu said the move follows the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to decentralised policing, which is aimed at improving response to crime and strengthening community level security. He explained that state policing, when fully implemented, will allow state and local authorities to play a more active role in maintaining law and order, while the Nigeria Police Force provides national coordination and standards. The Inspector General also announced plans to strengthen internal oversight mechanisms within the police by giving more independence to units such as the Public […]

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Sowore confronts Umahi at police HQ over detained woman’s debt claim

Rights activist Omoyele Sowore has confronted Minister of Works Dave Umahi at the Federal Capital Territory Police Command in Abuja over the detention of a woman who accused the minister of owing her money.​ Sowore shared a video of the encounter on his X handle, saying it took place inside a conference room at the Force Headquarters. The woman, identified as Tracynither Nicolas Ohiri, has alleged that Umahi owes her N250 million for more than 12 years and also accused him of making sexual advances toward her.​ Ohiri is currently in police custody on allegations of cyberbullying the minister. In the footage released by Sowore, she is seen rushing toward Umahi before being restrained by people in the room.​ The clip shows Umahi attempting to leave the venue, but Sowore calls out to him, prompting the minister to turn back […]

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IGP Egbetokun removed, to be replaced by Tunji Disu

President Donald Trump’s Nigerian counterpart, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has removed Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector General of Police, paving the way for Assistant Inspector General Tunji Disu to take over as the country’s new police chief. Egbetokun, who was appointed the 22nd IGP in June 2023, was reportedly directed to prepare his handover notes, with senior police and presidency sources confirming that a formal announcement and ceremony are being arranged. Sources quoted in multiple reports say Tinubu personally ordered Egbetokun’s exit amid growing controversies around his extended stay in office beyond normal retirement age, as well as internal discontent over his leadership style. Some officers described him as “power drunk” and linked his removal partly to health concerns, claiming the president wants him to focus on treatment for reported kidney related medical issues. Egbetokun’s tenure was dogged by scandals, including […]

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Police insist bail is free, urge public to report erring officers

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has restated that bail is free in all police formations, warning officers against extorting suspects or their relatives under the guise of granting administrative bail. FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, gave the assurance while reacting to public complaints that some personnel were still demanding money before releasing suspects on bail.​ Adeh clarified that no officer is authorised to request or receive payment for bail, describing such demands as corrupt, unprofessional and punishable under police regulations. She urged members of the public to insist on their rights, refuse unlawful payments and document any attempt at extortion, including names, ranks, stations and evidence where possible.​ The command encouraged citizens to promptly report erring officers through the Divisional Police Officers, Area Commanders, the Police Complaints Response Unit and official hotlines and social media channels. It also […]

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Tinted glass permit: IGP warns police against extortion, rights abuse

The Nigeria Police Force has restated plans to resume full enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy from 2 January 2026, citing rising criminal activities involving vehicles with unlawfully tinted windows. However, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has cautioned personnel that the operation must not become an avenue for intimidation, extortion or other misconduct.​ In an internal communication circulated on 15 December 2025, the police high command directed all formations to prepare for nationwide checks on vehicles with tinted glass. The memo emphasised that officers must act within the law, treat motorists with respect and avoid any behaviour that could undermine public trust.​ The police clarified that the earlier suspension of tinted glass permit enforcement was an administrative decision and not the result of any court order. The Force said there is currently no judicial ruling stopping it from implementing […]

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Rising Insecurity Pushes Nigeria Closer To State Police Model

Debate over state police has entered a new phase in Nigeria as worsening insecurity and growing public frustration force political leaders to consider concrete changes to the country’s policing system. Many analysts now believe the State Police Constitution Alteration Bill has a strong chance of becoming law, given open backing from President Bola Tinubu and several state governors.​ Supporters of state police argue that a single, centralised Nigeria Police Force can no longer adequately respond to diverse security challenges across a vast and complex country. They say decentralised forces will bring law enforcement closer to communities, improve response times and allow better understanding of local terrain, culture and crime patterns.​ Security experts quoted in recent discussions outline a likely structure in which each state would establish its own police service under a constitutional framework. These forces are expected to operate […]

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IGP Egbetokun unveils police medical conference, new health campaign

Inspector General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has convened all heads of Police medical facilities nationwide for the inaugural National Police Medical Conference in Abuja. The meeting, held at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan International Peacekeeping Hall, brought together medical commanders, senior officers, partners and key stakeholders in the Nigeria Police healthcare system.​ The conference, themed “Transforming Policing in Nigeria The Evolving Role of the Directorate of Force Medical Services,” focused on strengthening the medical support that underpins police operations. In his keynote address, Egbetokun reaffirmed that personnel welfare and well being remain central to his policing vision and are critical to operational readiness and national security.​ He noted that the upgrade of Police Medical Services to a full fledged Directorate in August 2025 marked a major milestone for officer welfare and standardised healthcare delivery. According to him, the Nigeria Police […]

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Police declare VIP escorts illegal, order arrest of erring officers

The Nigeria Police Force has ordered the arrest of any police officer found providing private escort or guard services to VIPs, declaring such duties illegal under a new nationwide directive.​ The order, issued through a confidential wireless message signed by the Inspector General of Police, directs all state commands and specialised units to immediately enforce the ban on unauthorised VIP security details.​ According to the directive, any officer caught escorting a VIP outside officially approved assignments will be arrested on the spot, while supervising officers who fail to ensure compliance will face disciplinary action.​ The memo limits enforcement to designated units such as the Compol X-Squad and the IGP Monitoring Unit, and stresses strict monitoring and reporting across all police formations nationwide.​ Police authorities said the move follows a presidential directive to withdraw police personnel from VIP protection so that […]

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Woman petitions police, accuses rapper Blaqbonez of harassment

A woman has petitioned the police, accusing Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez of harassment, cyberstalking, and emotional abuse after rejecting his romantic advances. Main Content:Nigerian rapper Emeka Akumefule, popularly known as Blaqbonez, has been accused of harassment, cyberstalking, and emotional abuse by a woman who filed a formal petition with the Nigeria Police Force. In a public statement released on Friday, October 25, 2025, through her lawyer, Taiwo Akinsulie, the woman — identified only as Jane Doe — alleged that the rapper subjected her to months of intimidation and humiliation after she declined his romantic advances. According to her lawyer, the alleged harassment included blackmail, bullying, and invasion of privacy. The statement claimed that Blaqbonez unlawfully obtained and circulated private indecent videos of Jane Doe without her consent. “Our client wishes to bring to public attention the prolonged and deeply distressing harassment, […]

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Nigeria Police Deny Helicopter Food Delivery to Kogi Bandits, Cite Legitimate Security Operation

olice Reject Viral Claims of Helicopter Food Delivery to Bandits The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed as “misleading and false” social media claims that a police helicopter delivered food to armed bandits in Kogi State. In a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi , the NPF clarified the video showed a legitimate security operation in the Obajana axis on May 10, 2025 . Behind the Viral Video: A Joint Security Mission The helicopter, part of a joint operation with police, local vigilantes, and hunters, provided aerial surveillance to ground forces combating banditry. “The mission aimed to tackle violent crimes and secure the region,” Adejobi stated, stressing the NPF’s commitment to national security. Transition Words for Context Contrary to rumors , the operation focused on intelligence gathering and tactical support , not aiding criminals. Meanwhile , […]

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