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PHOTOS: Police Arrest Couple over Alleged Child Theft

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a couple over alleged child theft and also rescued three children in Mowe area of the state.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Ogun State Command, Mr Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the suspects, Oluwarankami Kehinde Ugochukwu and her husband, Ugochukwu Mathew, were arrested by detectives attached to Mowe Police Division. 

Mr Babaseyi explained that the arrest followed a complaint by a resident of Omo Onile area of Mowe who reported that her four-month-old baby was taken away while she was receiving treatment at a clinic. 

He said the female suspect allegedly visited the victim under the guise of checking on her condition and later disappeared with the baby after offering to assist with childcare.

The police spokesman noted that detectives immediately launched an intelligence-led operation, mounted surveillance at motor parks and other strategic locations and subsequently traced the suspects to their hideout at Kekere Ekun area of Mowe where the stolen baby was rescued alongside two other children found in their possession.

He disclosed that preliminary investigation revealed that one of the rescued children had earlier been declared missing in a child stealing case reported in 2024 where the victim was allegedly taken from a hairdressing salon through a similar deceptive method.

According to him, the biological parents of two of the victims had been identified and reunited with their children, while the case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Eleweran, for further investigation.

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False Alarm about Bandit Attack Sparks Panic in Ogbomoso

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By Abisola Oluremi

The Oyo State Police Command has clarified that calm has been restored in Ogbomoso and neighbouring communities following a false alarm that triggered rumours of a bandit attack around Are-Ago High School and Ajaawa.

In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the command said it swiftly deployed patrol and surveillance teams to the affected areas to verify the report and prevent any breakdown of law and order.

According to the statement, officers met with the school principal, Mrs Ruth Akanbi, who explained that the panic started after students claimed they saw unfamiliar individuals behind the school fence, raising suspicion among teachers and students.

The fear reportedly spread quickly beyond the school, with unverified information circulating among neighbouring schools and communities.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the individuals were an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Ilorin, accompanied by two civilians in a Toyota Venza SUV.

They were said to have visited a female acquaintance to celebrate her birthday.

The statement added that an altercation involving some teachers further heightened suspicion before NSCDC authorities later confirmed the officer’s identity.

The police command stressed that there was no bandit attack or security breach and warned residents against spreading fake news capable of causing panic and disrupting public peace.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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Police Dismiss Rumours of Planned School Attack

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By Amos Ogunrinde

The Oyo State Police Command has appealed to residents of Oko Town to remain calm and continue their lawful activities despite rumours of a planned bandit attack on schools in the town.

The spokesperson for the command, Mr Olayinka Ayanlade, made the appeal during a telephone interview with Radio Nigeria while reacting to the reports circulating within the community.

Mr Ayanlade disclosed that some individuals allegedly spreading the false information in Oko and neighbouring communities have been arrested.

He urged residents to report anyone caught spreading fake news to law enforcement agencies for prompt action.

Radio Nigeria gathered that several primary and secondary schools in Oko Town closed around noon after rumours of the planned attack spread across the town.

Concerned parents and guardians reportedly rushed to schools to withdraw their children and wards following the panic triggered by the false reports.

Traders at Oko Market also hurriedly closed their shops after seeing large numbers of students returning home.

However, Ogbomoso, where the rumour was said to have originated, remained peaceful when Radio Nigeria visited the town.

Students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, were also seen writing their examinations without disruption.

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UPDATE: Govt. ready to listen to abductors’ demand – Makinde

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says, the state government is ready to listen to the demands of the abductors of pupils, students and teachers kidnapped in the recent attack in schools in Oriire Local Government area of the state to secure safe release of the victims

Governor Makinde while giving an update on the ugly development at his private residence in Kolapo Ishola Estate, Ibadan, however, said the state would never surrender to terrorism, stressing that every effort is being intensified to ensure the victims return home unharmed.

He confirmed that seven secondary school students, 18 primary school pupils and seven teachers were abducted during the attack, adding that one of the teachers had unfortunately been killed by the kidnappers.

The governor who described the situation as “fluid and difficult,” noted that security operatives were still carrying out rescue operations in the area.

He said:“The operation is still ongoing. Yes, it is still a very fluid and difficult situation that our troops on ground are faced with. So I will please ask for responsible reports of this situation. This is not sensational; it involves lives,” he said.

The governor explained that the state government had established an operational situation room at the Oyo State Police Command headquarters to coordinate rescue efforts and provide verified information to the public.

“We have set up an operational centre at the police headquarters here. So the Commissioner of Police will be in a situation room and positioned to give the required information,” he added.

Speaking on security reinforcement, Makinde confirmed that the surveillance aircraft procured by the state government had already arrived Nigeria and were currently being assembled at the Nigerian Air Force hangar in Lagos. “The manufacturers from China arrived about three days ago and they will need roughly two weeks to complete the work. I can say conclusively that those surveillance aircraft will be in operation oq or before the end of June,” the governor stated.

Engineer Makinde explained that the aircraft were procured proactively to monitor border communities between Oyo and neighbouring states, as well as the international border with the Republic of Benin.

“We wanted to cover the borderline between our state and Kwara State, and also the international border between our state and the Republic of Benin, though we did not anticipate this particular incident,” he said.

He appealed to the abductors to release the victims promptly, insisting that government was willing to engage them to save lives.

Edited by Olaitan Oye-Adeitan

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Court Grants El-Rufai Bail

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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the sum of N100m over charges bordering on alleged breach of national security.
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, while ruling on the bail application, imposed stringent conditions for the former governor’s release.
The court held that the surety must reside in either the Maitama or Asokoro districts of Abuja and must deposit the original Certificate of Occupancy of a landed property with the court registry.
The judge further ruled that the surety must be a federal civil servant not below Grade Level 17 and must provide evidence of salary payments for at least three months, authenticated by a bank manager within the court’s jurisdiction.
Justice Abdulmalik also directed the surety to depose to an affidavit of means, enter into a bail bond and submit a recent passport photograph to the court registry.
As part of the conditions, El-Rufai was ordered to deposit all valid international passports with the court.
The court also directed the submission of a verification letter from the surety’s department, along with a tax clearance certificate covering the last six months.
In addition, the judge ordered the former governor to report to the Department of State Services headquarters on the last Friday of each month by 10 am to sign the attendance register, pending the determination of the case.
The court warned that any breach of the conditions would result in the bail being automatically revoked.
Justice Abdulmalik further ordered El-Rufai to submit a letter of attestation from the Chairman of the Kaduna Traditional Council.
The bail ruling followed the arraignment of the former governor by the Department of State Services on an amended five-count charge bordering on alleged breach of national security.

The DSS had, on April 23, arraigned El-Rufai before the same court, where he pleaded not guilty to all counts.

At the proceedings, counsel for the DSS, Oluwole Aladedoye (SAN), informed the court that the prosecution had filed a further amended five-count charge on April 13 and sought to substitute the earlier three-count charge.
count four of the amended charges marked marked FHC/ABJ/CR/99/2026, reads “That you, Mallam Nasir El Rufai, adult, male, intentionally and without authorization, intercepted the communications of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, as admitted by you on 13″ February, 2026, while appearing as a guest on Arise TV Station’s Prime Time Programme in Abuja, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 12(1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc) Amendment Act, 2024.”
Counsel to the defendant, Oluwole Iyamu (SAN), confirmed receipt of the amended charge and did not oppose the application.
The court subsequently struck out the earlier three-count charge and read the amended counts to El-Rufai, who again pleaded not guilty.

The defence had drawn the court’s attention to a pending bail application filed on February 17, noting that a further affidavit initially missing from the court file was later located during proceedings.

The DSS, however, told the court that it was not opposing the bail request.

The defence also filed an application seeking to quash the amended charge, which the prosecution urged the court to dismiss for lacking merit.

After hearing arguments from both parties, Justice Abdulmalik adjourned the matter for hearing before delivering the bail ruling on Monday.

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Zamfara Police Recover Stolen Baby, Apprehend Suspect

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The Zamfara State Police Command says it has recorded a breakthrough in a case involving alleged human trafficking, baby factory activities, and the theft of a ten-day-old infant from General Hospital, Kaura Namoda.

The feat was recorded following a complaint lodged at Kaura Namoda Division three days earlier regarding the theft of the infant from the hospital.

According to a statement signed by the spokesperson of the Zamfara State Police Command, DSP Yazid Abubakar, on Saturday, as part of the investigation, hospital staff who were on duty at the time of the incident were invited and questioned to assist the investigation.

Subsequently, on 15th May, 2026, at about 0835hrs, the stolen infant was successfully recovered at a nearby hamlet (name withheld).

Abubakar said the infant was recovered unharmed and has since been reunited with the biological parents.

“One suspect (name withheld), aged 27 years, is currently in Police custody, undergoing further investigation in connection with the case.”

The Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP Ahmad Bello, commended members of the public for their support and timely information, which greatly assisted in the successful recovery of the child.

He further reassured residents of the Command’s commitment to combating all forms of criminality across the state, promising to communicate further developments as the investigation progresses.

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Police Arrest Kidnap Kingpin in Ogun

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Ogun State Police Command have neutralised two suspected kidnappers and arrested a suspected kingpin, Seriki Mohammed Abdullahi, alongside another gang member, Mohammed Bello, during an intelligence-led operation in the state.

Police recovered one AK-47 rifle loaded with 10 rounds of ammunition, one single-barrel gun, ₦1.5 million suspected to be ransom proceeds, several mobile phones and a black bag.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Oluseyi Babaseyi, in a statement, said the operation followed investigations into the abduction of three persons at Ipojo Area, Iperin, Atan-Ijebu on May 11, 2026.

Mr Babaseyi said the victims regained freedom unharmed on May 14 after unspecified ransom was paid to the abductors, prompting operatives to intensify efforts to track down members of the gang.

According to the Police spokesperson, operatives acting on credible intelligence stormed the suspects’ hideout along the Ijebu-Ode/Ibadan Road axis on Friday, where the suspects allegedly opened fire on the team.

Mr Babaseyi added that further operations led to the arrest of the suspected kingpin and another gang member, while additional incriminating items linked to the criminal operation were recovered.

He added that the corpses of the neutralised suspects have been deposited at a morgue, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend fleeing members of the syndicate.

Meanwhile the Commissioner of Police, Mr Bode Ojajuni, had commended the operatives for their professionalism and resilience, reiterating the command’s commitment to tackling kidnapping and other violent crimes across the state.

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Gunmen Kill Man in Osun

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By ‎Mojisola Oladele

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‎The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a man, Kolade Eluyera, by suspected gunmen in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of the state.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abiodun Ojelabi, who confirmed the incident to newsmen, said that the deceased was found with gunshot wounds after the incident was reported at the Ikire Divisional Police Headquarters in the early hours of Saturday.

Mr. Ojelabi explained that the police had commenced investigation into the incident and assured members of the public that the killers would be arrested.


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Gunmen Kill Three Officers in Police Base Attack

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At least three police officers have been killed and two others injured after suspected terrorists attacked a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Tenebo community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.

The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, caused panic in the agrarian community as residents fled their homes following heavy gunfire.

Sources said the assailants arrived in large numbers and launched a surprise attack on the PMF camp, overpowering officers on duty before killing three and injuring two others.

A resident, Suleiman Issa, described the moment of the attack.

“This ugly killings happened at the early hours of 1am, just at midnight in Tenebo village, Kaiama.

“A terrible situation happened! Bandits came in their large numbers and invaded the villagers, people were killed and some were wounded,” Issa said.

The spokesperson for the Kwara State Police Command, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident.

“I regret to confirm that an attack on the PMF Camp occurred in the early hours of today. I will provide more accurate and detailed information shortly. Thank you,” he said.

The latest attack highlights continued insecurity in parts of Kaiama Local Government Area, where armed groups have repeatedly targeted communities and security formations.

On April 20, suspected terrorists reportedly overran a joint security outpost in Kemanji community, killing at least three soldiers and two vigilantes and carting away an army gun truck and other equipment.

On April 10, five members of a local forest guard unit were killed in Nuku community, with attackers also burning operational vehicles and facilities.

The violence follows an earlier February 2026 incident in Woro and Nuku communities, where over 200 people were reportedly killed and about 176 abducted, including women and children.

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Afijio Vigilantes Foil Kidnap Attempt, Arrest Two Suspects

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By Kayode Oguntona

Local vigilantes in Afijio Local Government Area of Oyo State have foiled a kidnap attempt, arrested two suspects, and recovered arms.

According to our correspondent, the proactive efforts of members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN, saved a man, whose name was withheld, from being abducted at gunpoint from his village home near Awe.

It was gathered that upon hearing gunshots from the scene of the attempted abduction in the early hours of Monday, a vigilante operative living nearby promptly mobilised other members of the group to confront the assailants.

According to VGN, Oyo State Operations Officer, Mr Oyekola Olaoye, the suspected bandits had earlier failed in an attempt to kill a man identified as ”Domoso” within the same locality but succeeded in carting away his new Honda motorcycle.

Mr Olaoye said preliminary interrogation by the VGN, identified the suspects as Muhammadu Tairu and Seriki, adding that they have been handed over to the Department of State Services, DSS, in Ibadan for further investigation.

Meanwhile, VGN Oyo State Commander, Comrade Sunday Olajide, assured that, the third suspect would soon be apprehended through synergy with other security agencies. He urged residents to continue supporting efforts to combat insecurity.

Afijio Local Government Area, particularly Akinmorin, Awe, Jobele, and Ilora, had recorded a series of kidnapping incidents, which triggered a public protest in the area last month.

Edited by Taiwo Akinola

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Police Beef up Security on Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Expressway

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By Abisola Oluremi

The Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Olugbenga Abimbola has deployed additional personnel to Ibadan-Ijebu Ode expressway following recent kidnapping attempts in the area.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, who made this known in a statement and made available to Radio Nigeria, said that the step was to reinforce security in the area. 

He explained that the command was able to foil a kidnap incident along the Onigambari on the Mamu/Ijebu-Ode road when some hoodlums attacked vehicles conveying passengers returning from a social event in Ibadan.

DSP Ayanlade stated that the victims fled into the surrounding bush for safety during the attack but were later reunited.

 According to the statement, the swift response of police operatives to a distress call disrupted the operation and prevented the suspects from carrying out their alleged plan.

The statement added that two victims sustained gunshot injuries and are receiving treatment at private hospitals in Ibadan, while occupants of two other affected vehicles reported at Awa-Ijebu Police Division are responding to treatment.

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Court Shifts Ruling on El-Rufai’s Bail Application to June

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A Kaduna State High Court has adjourned the bail hearing of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to the first week of June 2026.

Justice Darius Khobo moved the date after proceedings in the ongoing case in which the former governor is facing multiple charges bordering on alleged financial crime and abuse of office filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission.

Speaking after the court session, counsel to the former governor, Ukpon Akpan, faulted the repeated adjournment of the bail hearing, describing it as “politically motivated.”

The former governor was in court on Tuesday, arriving around 9 a.m. in a convoy accompanied by operatives of the ICPC and the Department of State Services, while security agencies restricted movement within the court premises.

Supporters of the former governor also gathered outside the courtroom as proceedings were held under tight security.

The matter was adjourned to the first week of June 2026 for ruling on the bail application.

The adjournment comes amid earlier claims by El-Rufai of what he described as a “fresh plot” to implicate him in criminal activities and frustrate his release on bail.

The former governor warned of what he called “malicious orchestrations” aimed at ensuring his continued detention.

He also recalled an incident on February 12, 2026, when he alleged there were plans to arrest him upon his arrival at Abuja Airport from Cairo, saying the episode marked “the beginning of a troubling pattern.”

The court had earlier fixed April 21 to rule on the bail application after hearing arguments from counsel, before the latest adjournment to June.

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Two in Police Custody over Alleged Child Trafficking

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The Ogun State Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, is investigating two men over the alleged trafficking of their underage daughters to Libya for child labour.

The State Commander, Mrs Abosede Jimoh, made this known in a statement issued to journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Mrs Jimoh said the suspects, Akinsanya Oladimeji, 55 and Kehinde Rasheed, 45, were believed to be friends and allegedly trafficked their 15-year-old daughters, Adeola Akinsanya and Rokibat Adeyemi, through the desert to Libya in 2024.

Mrs Jimoh explained that the girls were received in the North African country by Afusat Akinsanya, wife of one of the suspects and mother of Adeola.

She added that Rasheed, a widower, later claimed that in February 2025, Afusat informed him that his daughter, Rokibat, had died due to illness.

The commander stated that Rasheed allegedly attempted to conceal the death until pressure from his late wife’s family, who demanded the whereabouts of the girl, forced him to admit to the incident.

She said the family reported the matter to the police, leading to the arrest of the two suspects and the transfer of the case to NAPTIP for further investigation.

Jimoh noted that investigations were ongoing to ensure the suspects were held accountable, while efforts are being made to unravel the circumstances surrounding the death and secure the safe return of the second victim still in Libya.

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Police Arrest Seven Suspected Kidnappers in Kogi

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Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of one victim and the arrest of seven suspects following a kidnapping incident along the Ayere–Kabba Road in the state.

The attack occurred on April 13, 2026, at about 8:30 pm, when a Toyota Hiace bus belonging to a Transport Company, travelling from Lagos to Abuja, was ambushed by armed hoodlums.

According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Afusat, the incident occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m. on April 13, 2026, when armed hoodlums intercepted a Toyota Hiace bus.

The vehicle, operated by a transport company, was traveling from Lagos to Abuja when it was attacked in the Kabba Local Government Area.

The Police said that following a swift, coordinated response from security forces, one passenger was successfully rescued, while the transport vehicle had since been recovered and moved to a Police facility for forensic examination.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Kankarofi, confirmed the arrest of the suspects in connection with the attack, adding that they are currently in custody and are assisting the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) with its inquiries.

“Efforts have been intensified to secure the release of the remaining abducted passengers, with sustained bush-combing and search-and-rescue operations currently ongoing by joint operatives of the Police, the Military, and other sister security agencies. So far, seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently assisting ongoing investigations.

“The Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), supported by other tactical teams, remains actively engaged in ensuring the safe rescue of the victims and the swift apprehension of perpetrators. These operations are being vigorously pursued, and further developments will be communicated in due course,” the police said in the statement.

The Command urged the families and relatives of the victims to report to the SCID Headquarters in Lokoja, specifically the anti-kidnapping unit, to assist with identification and the ongoing investigation.

“The Kogi State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Naziru Kankarofi, reiterates its commitment to the protection of lives and property and warns criminal elements to desist forthwith, as the full weight of the law will be decisively brought to bear on anyone found culpable,” the statement added.

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Police Parade Seized Weapons, Ritual Items

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By Abisola Oluremi

The Oyo State Police Command has paraded a cache of recovered weapons, suspected ritual items, and stolen property recovered from suspected armed robbers across the state.

Briefing newsmen at the Command Headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Olugbenga Abimbola, said the exhibits reflected the scale and intensity of recent intelligence-driven operations by the command.

Items displayed included firearms, ammunition, stolen vehicles, motorcycle parts, and materials suspected to be linked to ritual activities.

Mr Abimbola explained that the recoveries resulted from coordinated efforts by the Command Monitoring Unit and other tactical teams, leading to the disruption of vehicle theft syndicates, armed robbery gangs, kidnapping operations, and the recovery of diverted food items meant for government intervention programmes.

While stressing that the command prioritises recovering exhibits to strengthen investigations and prosecutions, he commended the residents for providing credible information that aided the command’s success.

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NDLEA Arrests 93-Year-Old, Medical Doctor over Drug Trafficking

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By Olaolu Fawole

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested a 93-year-old great grandfather for alleged involvement in drug trafficking.

The suspect, Pa Friday Ahukanna Chigbu, was apprehended at his residence in Umuagbaigba, Amavo Nkwogu village, Osisioma Local Government Area of Abia State on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

A search of his home led to the recovery of 7.7 kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis.

A statement issued by Femi Babafemi, Director of Media and Advocacy, NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja on Sunday said that the suspect allegedly ventured into the illicit trade about a year ago, after years of working as a truck pusher and artisan, adding that he had been using the substance since 1959.

In a related development, NDLEA operatives also arrested a 69-year-old medical doctor, Dr. Chudi Daniel Ofomata, in Ogun State, in connection with an international drug trafficking syndicate.

His arrest followed the earlier apprehension of a 41-year-old Ivorian, Gohouri Michael, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, with 82 wraps of cocaine weighing 1.49 kilograms.Gohouri was intercepted on February 16, 2026, while attempting to board an Ethiopian Airlines flight to Milan via Addis Ababa.

Investigations revealed that he had ingested the cocaine consignment and was to be paid 5,000 euros upon successful delivery.

Further intelligence linked Ofomata as the alleged coordinator of the operation, leading to his arrest at his residence in Magboro, Ogun State.

Substances including 63 grams of promazepam and ampoules of promethazine injection were recovered from him.

The agency’s operations also led to multiple arrests and seizures across the country.

In Ogun State, three suspects were arrested with 34 kilograms of skunk at Sango Ota, while in Imo State, 56.2 kilograms of the same substance was recovered from a female suspect along the Onitsha-Owerri road.

In Niger State, a couple was arrested with 118 kilograms of skunk concealed in their home, while in Borno State, NDLEA operatives intercepted a consignment of Rohypnol tablets, codeine syrup, and pentazocine injection hidden in a trailer transporting spare parts.

Further seizures were recorded in Lagos, where operatives intercepted 15 kilograms of cannabis concealed in a commercial bus, and later recovered 26,800 bottles of codeine syrup from a truck in the Mushin area, leading to the arrest of additional suspects.

In the Federal Capital Territory, eight persons were arrested during a raid on a notorious drug joint, with over 11 kilograms of skunk recovered.

Similarly, in Edo State, operatives intercepted two trucks conveying a total of 7,245 kilograms of processed cannabis concealed among cartons of beer, with five suspects arrested in connection with the seizure.

Meanwhile, the agency has said that its War Against Drug Abuse, WADA, advocacy campaign continued nationwide, targeting schools, motor parks, and community groups to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, retired Brigadier General Buba Marwa, commended officers across various commands for the successful operations, urging them to sustain the balance between drug supply reduction and demand reduction efforts.

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Police Arrest Father, Son over Unlawful Possession of Firearm

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Operatives of the Quick Response Squad (QRS), Ogun State Police Command, have arrested a 38-year-old man, Joseph Kehinde, and his 13-year-old son for unlawful possession of a firearm along the Shagamu/Ogijo Road axis.

In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, Ogun State Command, Mr Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the suspects were apprehended during a stop-and-search operation at the Lafarge area, where a tricycle conveying the minor was intercepted, and a search conducted on him led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, one live cartridge and a mask.

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Mr Babaseyi noted that the suspect could not give a satisfactory account of the items but claimed the firearm belonged to his father, prompting operatives to intensify efforts which led to the arrest of Kehinde.

The Police Spokesperson said both suspects and the recovered exhibits had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and would be charged to court upon conclusion of the process.

The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, Mr Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their vigilance and reaffirmed the Command’s zero tolerance for illegal firearms, urging residents to provide timely and credible information to security agencies.

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Lagos Task-force Arrests Three Over Roadside Harassment

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The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Taskforce has arrested three suspected hoodlums accused of preying on owners of broken-down vehicles, as part of ongoing efforts to curb the menace popularly known as “omotaku.”

The Tokunbo Wahab disclosed this in a post on his official X account on Friday. He explained that the suspects were apprehended on Thursday at two separate locations in the state.

According to him, operatives of the taskforce arrested the suspects at Palmgrove Bus Stop along Ikorodu Road and in the Oniru area on Lagos Island, where they were allegedly attacking their victims.

Wahab stated that three suspects were arrested at the two locations for forcibly attacking motorists and other road users, adding that they would be charged to court.

The latest arrests followed a similar operation carried out earlier in the week. During that operation, task-force operatives intervened at Marwa Bus Stop in the Lekki area, where a truck driver whose vehicle had developed a fault was reportedly confronted and threatened by individuals demanding his phone and money.

The operatives also responded to another incident at Palm-grove along Ikorodu Road, where suspected touts allegedly attempted to harass road users.

Following the earlier arrests, Wahab reassured residents that the state government remained committed to eliminating all forms of harassment and intimidation on Lagos roads.

He said enforcement operations would continue across identified hot-spots to maintain order and security, while ensuring the protection of motorists and other road users across the state.

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Suspect in Ogun corps member death not our member – NMCN

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, NMCN, has refuted claims that Kehinde Adesanya, a suspect linked to the death of a corps member in Abeokuta, is a nurse, describing the individual as an unregistered practitioner and a quack.

In a press statement by the Ogun State Nursing and Midwifery Committee Chairman, Dr Serifat Aminu, on behalf of NMCN, led by its Registrar, Dr Ndagi Al-Hassan, the Committee said its investigation showed that the suspect was not recognised by the Council to practise nursing in Ogun State or anywhere in Nigeria.

Dr Aminu explained that the Committee reviewed available records and carried out necessary verification in line with its regulatory mandate before arriving at the conclusion that the individual was neither licensed nor registered with the Council.

She noted that describing such a person as a nurse was misleading and undermined the credibility and professional standards of the nursing profession which required proper training, certification and adherence to ethical codes.

The Chairman said the incident underscored growing concerns over the activities of unqualified persons posing as healthcare professionals and endangering the lives of unsuspecting members of the public.

Dr Aminu therefore warned members of the public against patronising unqualified practitioners, noting that doing so could lead to serious health complications and avoidable loss of lives.

She urged residents to always verify the credentials of healthcare providers and seek medical attention only from recognised and accredited health facilities while also encouraging the public to report suspected cases of quackery to relevant authorities.

The Committee assured that it would continue to collaborate with government agencies to identify, apprehend and prosecute individuals engaging in illegal medical practice.

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