Category: Security

PSC Orders Immediate Retirement of Senior Police Officers Above 60 Amid IGP Tenure Controversy

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has directed the immediate retirement of all senior police officers who have exceeded 35 years in service or are above 60 years of age. This decision comes amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the tenure of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, who recently turned 60. PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, confirmed the development in a statement on Friday, noted that the decision was reached during the Commission’s first extraordinary meeting of the year. The meeting, presided over by the…

CDS calls for regional unity at Lake Chad Basin Governors Forum

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has called for unity and collaboration among leaders of the Lake Chad region to foster development and security. He made this appeal while addressing the 5th Meeting of the Lake Chad Basin Governors Forum in Maiduguri on Monday.   General Musa commended the governors for their support of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) in tackling security challenges in the region. He described the meeting as timely and pledged the military’s continued commitment…

CP Niger Receives 343 newly passed-out Police Constables, charges them on Discipline, Professionalism

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command, CP Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, has received 343 newly passed-out Police Constables from the Police Training School, Minna, urged them to uphold professionalism, discipline, and integrity in their service.   Represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Administration, DCP Aminu M. Garba, CP Danmamman welcomed the Constables at the State Police Headquarters, Minna, congratulated them on successfully completing their six-month training. Addressing the new officers, he emphasized the importance of discipline and professionalism, warned them against any form of misconduct. He reiterated the Nigeria…

Troops Intercept Arms Cache in Zamfara, Intensify Search for Fugitive Terrorist Turji

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of 1 Brigade under the Joint Task Force Operation Fasan Yamma, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), have intercepted a large cache of arms in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area, Zamfara State.   The operation, conducted on January 27, 2025, was based on credible intelligence about suspected arms dealers linked to networks in the Niger Republic. Acting swiftly, the troops launched a covert mission to intercept the suspects along the Kaura Namoda-Zurmi road.   During the operation, the suspects attempted to escape by diverting…

Troops Neutralize Over 70 Terrorists, Including Key Commanders, in North East Clearance Operation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have achieved a significant breakthrough in the ongoing fight against terrorism in the North East, eliminating over 70 terrorists, including three high-profile commanders, during a clearance operation in the infamous Timbuktu Triangle.   The operation, which commenced on 16 January 2025, is a coordinated three-pronged assault aimed at dismantling the terrorist enclave. Among the neutralized commanders are Talha, the Terrorist Special Forces Commander; Mallam Umar, the Terrorist Operations Commander; and Abu Yazeed, the Terrorist Brigade Commander.   Despite facing fierce resistance, including the use of…

JUST IN: Military Neutralizes Key Terrorist Leaders, arrests 224 Suspects, rescues hostages

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed Forces of Nigeria have intensified counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations nationwide, targeting not only terrorist groups but also their networks of collaborators and informants.   In a significant breakthrough in the North Central region, troops neutralized a notorious terrorist commander and arms dealer, Abu Mosaje, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. Additionally, a wanted kidnap kingpin, Babangida Gora Usman, was apprehended in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.   In another operation, troops arrested a notorious gunrunner, Timothy Yusuf, and his son, Timothy Obadiah, in…

Troops Neutralize 7 Turji Commanders, 24 Bandits in Week-Long Northwest Offensive

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By Fatima Abubakar   In a major victory against banditry in the Northwest, troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have neutralized 24 bandits, including seven top commanders of the notorious Bello Turji gang, during a week-long operation targeting bandit hideouts.   The operation, carried out by Special Forces of the Nigerian Army’s 1 Brigade and the Nigerian Navy Special Boat Services, took place in Gebe village, Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State, on January 22, 2025. It also extended to Shinkafi and Isa LGAs, areas known for high levels of…

Military Forces Dislodge Bello Turji’s Camp in Zamfara, Kill Son, others in Decisive Offensive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a major breakthrough, combined ground and air troops under Operation Fansan Yamma have intensified their offensive against notorious bandit leader Bello Turji, dismantling his stronghold in Fakai, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The latest military operation resulted in the death of Turji’s son and several key associates, marking a significant blow to his criminal network.   The operation, described as one of the most strategic in recent times, targeted multiple bandit camps, including Zangon Dan Gwandi, Zangon Tsaika, Zangon Kagara, and a school used by Turji’s group…

IGP Approves Distribution of Uniforms, Kits to Police Officers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move to enhance the welfare of officers, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the distribution of new uniforms and kits to personnel of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF). This initiative is part of the IGP’s ongoing efforts to improve the working conditions and morale of police officers across the country.   The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Saturday. According to the statement, this initiative aligned with the IGP’s vision of fostering professionalism and better…

IGP Egbetokun denies submitting Two Versions of 2025 Budget to National Assembly

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has refuted claims that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) submitted two different versions of its 2025 budget to the National Assembly.   The clarification contained in a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.The controversy arose during the presentation of the NPF’s budget to the Joint Committees on Police Affairs and Police Institutions.   Egbetokun explained that the police provided two versions of the budget documents: a comprehensive copy and an abridged version. Both versions contained identical figures and information,…