Nigeria Police Force
Iyabo Ojo not wanted — Police clarify
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has moved swiftly to quash a viral “wanted” notice falsely claiming that Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, was wanted by the Office of the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit. The notice, which circulated widely across social media platforms over the past week, caused a wave of speculation among fans and […]
BREAKING: Sowore Appears at Police HQ with Travel Bag, Sparks Protest
Omoyele Sowore, a prominent human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, arrived at the Nigerian Police Force Headquarters in Abuja carrying a travel bag, bar soap, and other personal essentials—signaling preparedness for possible detention. This development follows a formal invitation by the police. In a letter dated August 5, the Force had summoned Sowore […]
Police Summon Officers Over Viral Extortion Video
The Nigeria Police Force has taken decisive action by summoning several of its officers who were caught in a viral video extorting money and fuel from motorists, in a move prompted by widespread public condemnation. The incident, which has sparked national outrage, drew attention to the persistent issue of police misconduct and abuse of authority […]
Unwise – Police Advise ‘Take It Back Movement’ to Cancel April 7 Protest.
The rationale behind staging a nationwide protest on the same day is questionable and perceived to be a deliberate attempt to malign the image of the Nigeria Police. “Take It Back Movement” has been encouraged by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to postpone its planned statewide protest that is set to take place on Monday, […]
PSC Names Six New DIGs, CPs in Bid to Boost Nigeria Police Force
The Police Service Commission has approved the appointment of six Deputy Inspectors General of Police, as well as new Commissioners of Police for Enugu and Oyo State Commands. This move is part of the ongoing efforts to reform the Nigeria Police Force and strengthen its leadership. The newly appointed DIGs include: – *Sadiq Abubakar*: Commandant […]
Ex-AIG Urges Increased Funding, Support for Nigeria Police Force
A retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Mr. Abiodun Asabi, has emphasized the need for greater support and funding for the Nigeria Police Force. Asabi, who served as Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, identified inadequate support, particularly in funding, as a significant challenge facing the force. During his retirement and pull-out parade in Akure, […]
Firearm Losses: Police Threaten to Sanction Negligent Officers
The Nigeria Police Force has expressed concern over the increasing loss of firearms among its officers, attributing the trend to negligence, poor weapon-handling skills, and improper deployment by senior personnel. This concern comes on the heels of the Senate Public Accounts Committee questioning the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, regarding 178,459 missing firearms in […]
2022 Constables Recruitment: Police start Medical Screening Exercise
The Nigeria Police Force has begun the medical screening exercise for selected candidates in the ongoing 2022 Police Constable Recruitment process. This phase follows the Computer-Based Test (CBT) held on March 5–6, 2024, after which the first batch of successful candidates was invited for training. Medical Screening Details – Dates: February 26 to March 12, […]