IGP Orders Probe into Viral Police Pension Allegations

IGP Egbetokun addresses police pension issues after viral video by retired officer

IGP Orders Probe into Viral Police Pension Allegations

By Oluwakemi Kindness Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, pledges urgent action on police pension concerns following viral video.The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered a thorough investigation into the allegations raised in a viral video by a retired Superintendent of Police concerning the welfare and retirement benefits of police pensioners. The IGP has directed NPF Pensions Limited to urgently examine the claims, identify any possible lapses, and ensure […]

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Police officers and CLEEN Foundation officials at the SBCC training workshop for PPROs in Kaduna

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IGP Flags Off PPROs Training on Behavioural Change

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police has launched a specialized capacity-building workshop for Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) focused on Social and Behavioural Change Communication (SBCC) and Preventive Strategies Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The workshop in collaboration with CLEEN Foundation is part of the active efforts of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, to engender behavioural change in the Force. The northern cohort of the 3-day training, holding in […]

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Nigeria Police Arrest 28 Over Benue Killings

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the arrest of 28 suspects linked to the recent killings in Yelwata, Benue State. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the IGP said the suspects are believed to be behind the attack that left 47 people dead. He added that efforts are ongoing to apprehend others who took part in the violence. Egbetokun assured Nigerians […]

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President Tinubu Urges Police to Prioritize Protection Over Intimidation

By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has called on officers of the Nigeria Police Force to uphold their duty of protecting citizens rather than intimidating them. The President made this known during the 2nd Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony held on Wednesday night in Abuja. Represented by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of integrity and professionalism in police conduct. “Be reminded […]

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SP Adeh Wins 2024 IGP Public Relations Officer Award

Oluwakemi Kindness Superintendent of Police (SP) Josephine Adeh has emerged as the 2024 IGP Public Relations Officer of the Year, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in police communications. She was honoured at the 2nd Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation Ceremony held Wednesday night in Abuja, where she topped a competitive list of nominees, including SP Ikenga Tochukwu (PPRO, Anambra State Command) and DSP Chinaka Chioma (PPRO, Abia State Command). […]

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PSC to Recruit Police Cadets and 30,000 Constables

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Police Service Commission says it is concluding arrangements for the recruitment of CADETs and Constables into the Nigeria Police Force for the year 2025. The Chairman of the Commission, retired DIG Hashimu Argungu said very soon the Commission will start the recruitment of CADETs and the 30,000 Constables yearly approved by Mr. President. He stated this on Wednesday when he led a strong Management delegation from […]

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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 […]

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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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