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Easter: We are committed to a more secure Oyo State – Police
By Rasheedah Makinde Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebowale Williams while felicitating with the Christian faithful has assured of adequate security measures to ensure a crime-free environment during and beyond the Easter festivities. The police commissioner stated this while briefing his officers and men on their preparations towards Easter Celebration at the Police…
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Elections: We’re ready to ensure a safe and secure atmosphere – Oyo Police Commissioner
By Rasheedah Makinde Ahead of the Governorship and State Assembly Elections, security agencies in Oyo State have assured the citizens of a safe and secure atmosphere before, during and after the exercise. This was contained in a communique released by heads of security agencies and paramilitary organizations at the end of its strategic security meeting…
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Police Caution Youths Against Violence
By Rasheedah Makinde Commissioner of Police in Oyo state, Mr Adebowale Williams has called on the public, especially youths to be of good conduct and shun any act of violence that could truncate their future plans. The police commissioner stated this at the police headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan, while receiving Members of the Oyo State Youth…
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NPF Assures Citizens of Adequate Security
The Nigeria Police Force has assured the entire citizens of a secure and safe society before, during and after tomorrow’s elections. Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the southwest, Mr Babatunde Kokumo stated this while briefing the officers and men of the Oyo State Command, Eleyele on what is expected of them during…
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Security Agencies Synergize on Hitch-Free Election
By Rasheedah Makinde As Nigerians are getting ready to choose a new political leadership in the country in this Saturday’s elections, the security of lives and property remains germane for a free, fair and credible exercise. To this end, our security correspondent examines the readiness of security operatives in Oyo state for the Elections. The…
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Police Go Tough on Criminal Activities
The Commissioner of Police in Oyo state, Mr Adebowale Williams says the Command has effectively maximized its operational balance through some mechanisms to secure the lives and property of the citizens. The police commissioner stated this while parading some suspected criminals through the police public relations officer in the State, Mr Adewale Osifeso. Mr Williams…
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Let your campaign be based on issues – Ladoja charges politicians
Governorship candidates in Oyo State have agreed to allow a level playing ground before, during and after the 2023 general elections. The candidates made the pledge while signing a peace agreement in Ibadan, organised by the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebowale Williams. While briefing the candidates on the importance of peace, the chief…
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Kidnapping: Southwest Police DIG Visits Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Nigeria Police Force, NPF, has allayed the fear of motorists and road users who ply Lagos-Ibadan Expressway over the lingering cases of kidnapping. The Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG in Charge of Southwest, Mr Jonhson Kokumo made the remarks when he embarked on a strategic assessment tour of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. DIG Kokumo, was…
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Iganna Attack: Oyo CP Orders Full Investigations
Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebowale Williams has ordered full investigations into the killing of personnel in Iganna, Iwajowa Local Government Area of the state. Mr Williams stated this while reacting to the unfortunate incident that led to the loss of lives of an officer and a male civilian with two others seriously injured…
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Insecurity: Police Parade Suspected Kidnapper
Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebowale Williams has arrested a suspected kidnapper who threatened to kidnap some students at a private University in Oyo town. The suspect was paraded at the Police headquarters, Eleyele Ibadan alongside other suspected criminals, who were arrested for various offences ranging from kidnapping, robbery, car snatching and other related…
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Police Call for Residents’ Involvement in Checking Crime
The new commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebowale Williams has promised citizens a drastic reduction in violations and robust policing in a peaceful environment. Mr Williams stated this while parading forty-two suspected criminals at the Police Headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan. The suspects were arrested for various offences ranging from armed robbery, murder, cultism to stealing and fraud. While parading…
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Oyo Gets New Commissioner of Police
Mr Adebowale Williams has assumed duty as the 44th Commissioner of Police in Oyo State. Mr Williams took over from Mrs Ngozi Onadeko who was recently promoted as assistant inspector General of Police in charge of Police armament. The new Commissioner of Police, Mr Williams hails from Akure North LGA Ondo State and was enlisted…