FCT Police, Army to Deepen Strategic Cooperation for Abuja Security

FCT Police, Army to Deepen Strategic Cooperation for Abuja Security

By Oluwakemi Kindness In the bid at bolstering inter-agency collaboration and deepen strategic cooperation, the FCT Police command and the Army Garrison Abuja have pledged to work in synergy for the safety of all residents. The pledge follows a historic visit by the Commander Army Garrison Abuja, Major General W.M. Dangana, to the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao S. Adewale, I'm Abuja on Tuesday. The leaders reaffirmed their […]

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FCT CP Orders Massive Raid on Criminal Hideouts

Oluwakemi Kindness The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao S. Adewale, has ordered all Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) under his command to conduct massive raids on identified criminal flashpoints and hot spots across the territory. This strategic move is aimed at dislodging criminal elements and ensuring the continued safety and security of all residents within the FCT. A statement on Tuesday night says this operation will be intelligence-driven with […]

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Regional Security: Police Partners INTERPOL To Strengthen Data Sharing

Oluwakemi Kindness In a move aimed at significantly enhancing internal security and law enforcement capabilities through international partnership and collaboration, a delegation from INTERPOL led by Cyril Gout, the Executive Director Police Services on Tuesday visited the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun. The visit to IGP Egbetokun who doubles as the Chairman of the West African Chiefs of Police Committee (WAPCCO), aims at strengthening the cooperation between the Nigeria […]

April 8, 2025 14 15

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Police Day; Preaident Tinubu Vows To Stamp-Out Internal Security Challenges

Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu on Monday reassured that his administration will leave no stone unturned in ensuring the resolution of internal security challenges such as banditry, insurgency, and kidnapping. Coming on the heels of renewed killings in Plateau, and other parts of the country, the President pledges to effective policing, safety of lives and property. President Tinubu, stated this in Abuja on Monday during the maiden edition of […]

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IG of Police Rescinds Emir Sanusi’s invitation on Kano killings

Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force on Sunday made a U-turn on its earlier invitation extended to Emir Mohammed Sanusi the II in connection with the unfortunate incident that occurred in Kano State during the Sallah celebration on March 30, 2025. The invitation was initially issued to enable Sanusi to provide his account of the events that led to the breakdown of law and order in the state. However, a […]

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Seek Formal Permission Before Camping, Hiking – FCT Police Mandates

Oluwakemi Kindness The FCT Police Command on Tuesday advises members of the public, especially youth groups, organizations, and hiking enthusiasts, to take necessary precautions before embarking on camping and hiking activities. This advice comes in light of recent security concerns and the need to ensure the safety of all participants. The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao S. Adwale, warns that the police must be informed before any camping […]

April 1, 2025 14 5

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NILDS DG Proffers Solutions to Evolving Security Threats

By Chinedu Echianu The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, NILDS, Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman has stressed the need to amend Act of 1986 primary law regulating Private Security Companies in Nigeria. Prof. Sulaiman stressed the imperative for the amendment of the law on Tuesday in his opening remarks at A 1- day capacity building workshop for chairmen and clerks of security-related committees of the National […]

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Police Reforms; Minister Seeks European Unions Support

Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has sought for the partnership and support of the European Union to actualize police reforms. This is as he reiterated the efforts of the Federal Government to create a more responsive and professional police service in Nigeria. Senator Gaidem stated this during the courtesy visit of the European Union Embassy delegation led by the Ambassador Gautier Mignot to the Headquarters […]

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Nigeria Police Calls For Immediate Suspension Of Osun LGA Election

Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force says it has received credible intelligence indicating a high likelihood of violence and significant security threats should the planned Local Government elections proceed in Osun State. The Force says these reports gathered from joint intelligence gathering reveal that various groups, including political elements and other interest parties, are mobilizing to instigate unrest, disrupt public peace, and undermine the democratic order. It says given this […]

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