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Police extradite fugitive to UK over murder, drug trafficking

The Nigeria Police Force has extradited a fugitive, Matthew Chukwuemeka Adebiyi, to the United Kingdom over alleged involvement in murder and drug trafficking. The extradition was coordinated through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, following a formal request by UK authorities made in September 2024. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Anthony Placid, said Adebiyi was wanted in connection with the alleged murder of 20‑year‑old Joshua Boadu on June 18, 2018, in the UK, after which he fled to Nigeria. He added that the suspect was also accused of participating in the supply of crack cocaine, a Class‑A controlled drug, between October 2017 and March 2018 in the United Kingdom. Adebiyi was arrested on January 23, 2025, by operatives of INTERPOL NCB Abuja, and extradition proceedings were subsequently initiated at the Federal High Court in Lagos. The court granted the […]

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Yewa honours ex IGP Egbetokun for discipline and integrity

Yewa leaders and residents in Ogun State have celebrated former Inspector General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun for a distinguished career built on discipline, integrity and service. The civic reception, themed celebrating a life of service integrity and leadership, was held at Yewa Frontier Hotel in Ilaro and organised by the Yewa People Development Council in partnership with the Yewa Traditional Council. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, represented by Secretary to the State Government Kehinde Onosanya, described the event as a historic gathering that showcased Yewaland’s culture of gratitude and unity. He said the state is proud to honour sons and daughters who bring respect to Ogun and Nigeria. Abiodun praised Egbetokun as the first Ogun indigene to become Inspector General of Police, noting that his tenure was marked by professionalism, reforms and efforts that strengthened public confidence in policing […]

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Yewa honours ex IGP Egbetokun for discipline and integrity

Yewa leaders and residents in Ogun State have celebrated former Inspector General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun for a distinguished career built on discipline, integrity and service. The civic reception, themed celebrating a life of service integrity and leadership, was held at Yewa Frontier Hotel in Ilaro and organised by the Yewa People Development Council in partnership with the Yewa Traditional Council. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, represented by Secretary to the State Government Kehinde Onosanya, described the event as a historic gathering that showcased Yewaland’s culture of gratitude and unity. He said the state is proud to honour sons and daughters who bring respect to Ogun and Nigeria. Abiodun praised Egbetokun as the first Ogun indigene to become Inspector General of Police, noting that his tenure was marked by professionalism, reforms and efforts that strengthened public confidence in policing […]

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Police Council confirms Olatunji Disu as substantive IGP

The Nigeria Police Council has unanimously approved the appointment of Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector General of Police. The council, chaired by President Bola Tinubu and made up of the 36 state governors, the chairman of the Police Service Commission and the IGP, reached the decision at a brief meeting in the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, following the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun, and has now been confirmed as the 23rd police chief since Nigeria’s independence. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said the confirmation complies with the Police Act 2020 and that there is no further need for Senate screening. Disu, 59, previously served as Assistant Inspector General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department Annex in Alagbon, Lagos, and has a background in leading anti robbery and […]

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Middle East crisis: IGP puts police on red alert nationwide

Acting Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu has placed all police commands across Nigeria on red alert in response to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The move follows the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which has raised concerns about possible spillover effects and attempts by local actors to exploit the situation. In a statement by Force Public Relations Officer Benjamin Hundeyin, the police said Nigeria’s internal security remains stable but proactive steps are being taken to prevent any breakdown of law and order. Commissioners of Police in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, with special focus on the North West, North East and North Central, have been directed to heighten surveillance and intelligence gathering. They are also to strengthen collaboration with traditional and religious leaders, increase visibility policing around worship centres and public […]

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