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Police probe fake OPay shutdown notice after arrest of suspected culprit
The arrest of a 27-year-old woman over a fake notice claiming that OPay would shut down its Nigerian operations has read more Police probe fake OPay shutdown notice after arrest of suspected culprit
FCT Police arrest 70 suspects over alleged robbery near Unity Fountain
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 70 suspects following a viral video alleging a robbery incident around read more FCT Police arrest 70 suspects over alleged robbery near Unity Fountain
Police arrest woman over viral fake OPay shutdown notice
Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arrested a woman, Hafsat Abubakar, over the alleged circulation of a fake notice claiming that The post Police arrest woman over viral fake OPay shutdown notice appeared first on Tribune…
Navy arrests three suspects with 71kg of suspected cannabis on River Niger
The Nigerian Navy has arrested three suspected drug traffickers and intercepted 71 kilogrammes of substances suspected to The post Navy arrests three suspects with 71kg of suspected cannabis on River Niger appeared…
Bauchi: 53-year-old man arrested over alleged multiple kidnapping, others
A 53-year-old man, Gambo Hassan, alias “Anahaka”, of Igbo Quarters, Bauchi, has been arrested for alleged involvement in a series of kidnappings. The arrest was made possible through intelligence-led policing and…
Troops arrest six kidnappers, receive repentant Boko Haram terrorist in Northeast
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have arrested six suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate operating around Soktu Hill in read more Troops arrest six kidnappers, receive repentant Boko Haram terrorist in…
Police arrest suspect over fake shutdown report targeting OPay
Ani Iniedu, the police spokesperson, disclosed at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday that the suspect was arrested after a forensic investigation. The post Police arrest suspect over fake shutdown report targeting…
Osun: Police arrest man over alleged killing of mother, recover body from farm
Osun State Police Command has arrested a man, Taye Kasali, over the alleged killing of his mother, Kudirat Kasali, whose remains were The post Osun: Police arrest man over alleged killing of mother, recover body from…
Police arrest suspects over theft of mobile phones, accessories valued at N49m
The police said six suspects were arrested over alleged robbery and burglary, including a case involving stolen property valued at N49.15 million, while two others were rescued from a mob attack. The post Police arrest…
Police arrest man over N700,000 bribe claim against Ebonyi CP
The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested one Mr. Justice Ozobi and an accomplice in Anambra State over alleged The post Police arrest man over N700,000 bribe claim against Ebonyi CP appeared first on Tribune Online.
Police Arrest 8 Suspected Cultists, Others in Delta
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested 16 suspects over alleged involvement in various crimes in the state. The Command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the suspects were arrested for alleged…
Soldiers arrest three suspects after 17-year-old was killed in Plateau
The arrests followed a military operation on Saturday, after troops received intelligence on the killing and moved to a settlement believed to have been used by the attackers The post Soldiers arrest three suspects…
Suspected Kidnapper Arrested With AK-47 in Edo
Troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have arrested a suspected kidnapper, identified as Olamide Oyeniyi, and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition in Edo State. The suspect was arrested during a targeted operation…
NDLEA seizes 785,000 pregabalin capsules in Kano, arrests suspect
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 20-year-old man, Saidu Adamu, with 785,000 capsules of The post NDLEA seizes 785,000 pregabalin capsules in Kano, arrests suspect appeared…
LAWMA to arrest buyers patronising illegal roadside traders in Lagos
The waste management agency stated that the enforcement would begin next week, with both the traders and their customers liable to arrest. The post LAWMA to arrest buyers patronising illegal roadside traders in Lagos…
Niger police arrest 21 for thuggery, robbery
Niger State Police Command arrested 21 hoodlums for thuggery, dangerous weapons, and robbery in Minna. Learn details of the arrests and ongoing investigati Read More:…
Lagos begins arrest of buyers patronising illegal roadside traders next week
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), will begin arresting and prosecuting people who buy goods from illegal roadside traders next week. The post Lagos begins arrest of buyers…
Police arrest man over mother’s murder in Osun
The Osun State Police command on Wednesday disclosed that it arrested one Taye Kasali for allegedly killing his mother, Mrs Kudirat Kasali over farm dispute. The post Police arrest man over mother’s murder in Osun…
Abia: Man arrested over alleged child abuse
—Police transfer case to SCID for investigation By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA — The Abia State Police Command has arrested a man identified as Uzoma Uwaeme over the alleged abuse of his 13-year-old son in Aba. The arrest…
Troops arrest terrorist kingpin in Kaduna
—Intercept 300 rounds of ammunition, arrest logistics supplier By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have arrested a suspected terrorist kingpin and two other members of his syndicate, while also…
Two arrested in London over suspected links to Iranian intelligence
Two people have been arrested in London, United Kingdom (UK), on suspicion of assisting Iran’s intelligence service, the Metropolitan Police has said. The post Two arrested in London over suspected links to Iranian…
Troops Arrest Terrorist Kingpin, Female Ammunition Courier In Kaduna
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have arrested a suspected terrorist kingpin, a female ammunition courier and a suspected logistics supplier in separate operations across Kaduna State. The post Troops Arrest Terrorist…
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper, rescue one victim in Benue, Nasarawa
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke, have arrested a suspected kidnapper and also rescued The post Troops arrest suspected kidnapper, rescue one victim in Benue, Nasarawa appeared first on Tribune…
Lagos: Police arrest three suspected cultists, recover double-barrel gun
Operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, have arrested three suspected cultists in the Ikorodu area of the The post Lagos: Police arrest three suspected cultists, recover double-barrel gun appeared first…
Police Arrest Three Over Masquerade-Related Disturbance In Akwa Ibom
The suspects were arrested on August 31, 2026, following a distress call received by the Command at about 5:52 p.m. over the incident. The post Police Arrest Three Over Masquerade-Related Disturbance In Akwa Ibom…
Father who tried to sell his 16 year old daughter arrested, 3 others in custody
Abia police arrest a father and three others over an alleged plan to traffic his 16-month-old daughter, as the command reports 220 arrests and nine rescues.
Police arrest 262 suspects, rescue 27 kidnapped victims
The Nigeria Police Force arrested 262 suspects and rescued 27 kidnapped victims during various operations across the country between September 5 and 11, 2026. The suspects were arrested for offences including…
Welder arrested with locally made pistol in Ondo
Men of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested a suspected welder, Andy Giwa, in connection with the possession of a locally fabricated pistol in The post Welder arrested with locally made pistol in Ondo appeared…
GOC visits Plateau communities where 10 people died with 22 arrested in one week
At least 10 people were killed in separate attacks across Plateau State last week, while security forces arrested at least 22 suspects. The post GOC visits Plateau communities where 10 people died with 22 arrested in…
NSCDC arrests 58-year-old, nine others for alleged drug sales, theft in Zamfara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Zamfara State command has arrested a 58-year-old suspect who spend 20 years dealing with illegal cannabis in the state. The command also arrested 9 others for…
20-year-old arrested over alleged defilement of seven-year-old in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly luring a seven-year-old girl into an uncompleted building, The post 20-year-old arrested over alleged defilement of seven-year-old in Bauchi…
Troops Arrest Suspected Kidnapper In Nasarawa, Rescue Abducted Victim In Benue
The arrested suspect has since been handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation and necessary legal action. The post Troops Arrest Suspected Kidnapper In Nasarawa, Rescue Abducted Victim In Benue…
Four arrested over a three-month-old girl’s death in UK
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a three-month-old baby girl died while camping with her family in woodland near Cheslyn Hay, Staffordshire, England. The post Four arrested over a…
NSCDC arrests four suspected drug dealers in Kano, recovers marijuana
NSCDC operatives in Kano have arrested four suspected drug dealers in Gaida, recovering marijuana and other illicit substances. Read more on the arrests. Read More:…
Police arrest four armed robbers, recover 25 stolen phones in Lagos
Operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), created by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, have arrested four suspected The post Police arrest four armed robbers, recover 25 stolen phones in Lagos…
49.70kg heroin: NDLEA arrests suspected drug kingpin, Festus Ibewuike
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully secured the arrest and repatriation of Festus Ibewuike, alias Chidibest Ibewuike The post 49.70kg heroin: NDLEA arrests suspected drug kingpin, Festus…
Police arrest suspects over Obi’s convoy blockade in Benue
The Benue State Police Command has arrested suspects who blocked the Peter Obi convoy. The police commissioner confirmed the arrests and assured the public Read More:…
Police arrest 29 suspects over murder, other allegations in Niger
According to the police, four suspects were arrested over the alleged killing of Bawa Barde, 53, a village head The post Police arrest 29 suspects over murder, other allegations in Niger appeared first on Premium Times…
How Ondo Amotekun uncovered alleged staged kidnapping, arrested four
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, has arrested four persons over an alleged self-kidnapping plot and the read more How Ondo Amotekun uncovered alleged staged kidnapping, arrested four
Police arrest two suspects over alleged murder in Ekiti
Ekiti State Police Command has arrested a former Chairman of the Road Transport Employers Association of The post Police arrest two suspects over alleged murder in Ekiti appeared first on Tribune Online.
