Day: February 6, 2026

Nigeria Police repatriates $23,000 to International romance scam victim

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force, through its INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) in Abuja, has successfully repatriated $23,000 recovered from an international romance scammer to a victim in the Cayman Islands. The repatriation followed a request from the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service for assistance in investigating Achufusi Obioma Ikenna, a Nigerian national accused of defrauding a Cayman Islands resident through an online romance scam. Acting on the request, INTERPOL NCB Abuja carried out discreet, intelligence-led investigations, which led to the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of the funds.…

IGP congratulates 26,122 promoted Officers, applauds Police Service Commission’s support

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has congratulated twenty-six thousand, one hundred and twenty-two (26,122) officers of the Nigeria Police Force recently promoted to various ranks, described the advancement as well-deserved and a reflection of their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to national service. In a statement signed through Ag. ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, Force Public Relations Officer, IGP Egbetokun emphasized that the promotions recognized merit and performance, while also placing greater responsibility on the officers to uphold high standards of leadership, discipline, and service in the discharge of their…

NAWC Commander tours Abuja formations, pledges stronger collaboration and Synergy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of the Nigerian Army Women Command (NAWC), Brigadier General Mohammed Sani Adamu, on 4 February 2026, conducted a familiarization tour of key formations and units within the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment, Giri, Abuja. The visit was aimed at fostering collaboration, strengthening operational synergy, and enhancing institutional partnerships across the Army. During the tour, Brigadier General Adamu visited strategic establishments including the Nigerian Army Space Command, Nigerian Army Farms and Ranches Limited, the Department of Personnel Management, and the Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare School, among others. According to Major Nsima…

Nigeria expresses solidarity with Morocco amid deadly floods

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended heartfelt sympathy and solidarity to the Kingdom of Morocco following devastating floods in the country’s northern regions, which have resulted in the loss of lives, displacement of families, and extensive damage to homes, infrastructure, and farmlands. According to Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria commended the swift and coordinated response of Moroccan authorities, emergency services, and humanitarian actors in providing search-and-rescue operations, medical assistance, and relief to affected communities. The statement emphasized Nigeria’s confidence in Morocco’s resilience and…

RE: RIGHT OF REPLY TO PUBLICATIONS DATED DECEMBER 16TH 2025 AND FEBRUARY 5TH 2026

Lukman Laleye Babalola

I write pursuant to my right of reply in response to the publications titled; CHINESE EXCEL-LED. NIGERIAN FIXERS SWINDLE FG IN MULTI-MILLION NAIRA AIRPORT AND FCCPC REFERS CHINESE EXCEL-LED, EMMANUEL SHOON PATRICK TO IGP FOR CRIMINAL PROSECUTION which appeared in your newspaper on DECEMBER 16TH 2025 AND FEBRUARY 5TH 2026, and which contains statements concerning me and my organization that are inaccurate, misleading, and injurious to my reputation.   The article, as published, presents allegations and assertions that are neither supported by verifiable facts nor reflective of the true position.…

FCT Police nabs nine armed robbery suspects, recovers stolen vehicles, valuables

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has scored a major victory in its fight against crime with the arrest of nine suspects allegedly involved in a notorious armed robbery syndicate, along with the recovery of three stolen vehicles and numerous other stolen items. SP Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer for the FCT Command, confirmed that the breakthrough followed a report that armed robbers had attacked a residence in Jikwoyi on 18 January 2026, making away with personal belongings, cash, and a Toyota Corolla (KUJ 549 CW). Prompted…

ARCN, Marine ministry partner to transform Nigeria’s aquatic sector

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government is intensifying efforts to unlock the economic potential of Nigeria’s aquatic resources through a strengthened partnership between the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) and the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. The development followed a working visit by the ARCN Executive Secretary, Dr. Abubakar Adamu Dabban, to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, in Abuja. The meeting focused on strategies to advance fisheries research, aquaculture innovation, and sustainable management of Nigeria’s marine and coastal resources. Dr. Dabban commended President Bola Ahmed…

Zone 7 unveils official Colours, Jersey ahead of BIPOGA 2026 in Asaba

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, has unveiled its official colours and sports jersey ahead of the 15th Biennial Police Games (BIPOGA 2026), scheduled to hold in Asaba, Delta State. The unveiling ceremony took place during a briefing session at the Zone 7 Headquarters and was witnessed by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Zone, AIG Victor Olaiya. The event attracted top police officers and stakeholders, including the Commissioners of Police of the Federal Capital Territory and Niger State, senior officers of the Zone,…

Amasiri Clan raises alarm over military repression, land grab, Arbitrary detentions in Ebonyi

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Amasiri Clan of Afikpo Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, has raised serious national and international concerns over what it described as state-backed military repression, occupation of ancestral lands, and unlawful detention of community leaders. This was disclosed in a press conference held on 5 February 2026 at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council in Abuja. Addressing journalists, the clan’s spokesperson, Princess Joy Idam, accused the Ebonyi State Government of deploying the military against peaceful civilians over unverified allegations, leading to mass arrests, forced displacement, destruction of homes,…

Nigeria, UK deepen defence ties to address emerging security threats

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have renewed their commitment to strengthening defence cooperation, as both countries seek to enhance operational effectiveness against evolving security challenges. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede, received the UK High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, at Defence Headquarters, Abuja, in a high-level engagement focused on bilateral collaboration. According to Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, the meeting underscored the longstanding partnership between the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and the UK, particularly in areas such as Professional Military Education…