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  • IGP pushes for synergy to tackle transnational crime, others

    IGP pushes for synergy to tackle transnational crime, others

    The Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, has called for international cooperation to fight transnational crime and enhance global law enforcement.

    Egbetokun said this while attending the 27th INTERPOL African Regional Conference taking place in South Africa.

    A statement issued on Wednesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said, “The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, is currently attending the 27th INTERPOL African Regional Conference taking place in South Africa, a strategic forum that is strengthening international cooperation in tackling transnational crime and enhancing global law enforcement synergy.

    “The high-level conference is bringing together more than 200 Police Chiefs and security leaders from 56 countries, including senior law enforcement officials and security experts from across the region and beyond. The IGP is actively participating in discussions on contemporary security challenges, intelligence-sharing mechanisms, and practical strategies for cross-border policing.

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    “Furthermore, the IGP is scheduled to deliver an address on “Cattle Theft in West Africa: A Conduit for Terrorism and CBRNE Threats where he will be underscoring the nexus between transnational organized crime, terrorism financing, and emerging chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) threats within the sub-region.

    “On the sidelines of the conference, the IGP will be holding bilateral meetings with the INTERPOL President, Major General Naser Alraisi, and the INTERPOL Secretary General, Mr. Valdecy Urquiza. These discussions are focusing on consolidating operational partnerships, deepening intelligence exchange, strengthening mutual legal assistance, and reinforcing Nigeria’s strong commitment to regional and global security cooperation.

    “The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its resolve to remain an active and reliable partner in international law enforcement efforts while continuing to safeguard the lives and property of Nigerians at home and abroad.”

  • Bye-elections: IGP orders tight security for peaceful polls in 13 states

    Bye-elections: IGP orders tight security for peaceful polls in 13 states

    • …orders restriction of movement in affected areas
    • …bans VIP aides, escorts, quasi security outfits   

    Ahead of the Saturday’s bye-election scheduled to hold in 13 states across the country, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Friday directed the deployment of operational logistics to the states and local government areas where the elections would hold to provide an enabling environment for a free and fair elections.

    The affected states include Anambra, Kano, Oyo, Taraba, Enugu, Adamawa, Edo, Jigawa, Kogi, Kano, Ogun, Zamfara, and Niger States.

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    In order to ensure smooth elections, the IGP has also directed the deployment of senior officers of the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police and Commissioners of Police to assist State Commissioners of Police to ensure proper supervision over the electoral process for a smooth and hitch free election.

    Also deployed are officers and men of the Police Mobile Force, Special Intervention Squad, Force Intelligence Department and other tactical units.

    According to the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, “The IGP has also ordered the restriction of all forms of vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and other forms of transportation, from 12 am to 6 pm on election day within affected Local Government Areas with the exception of those on essential services including INEC Officials, Accredited Media and Electoral Observers, Ambulances responding to medical emergencies, and firefighters.

    “Similarly, the IGP reiterates the ban on all security aides to VIPs and escorts from accompanying their principals and politicians to polling booths and collation centres during the election. State-established and owned security outfits/organizations, quasi-security units, and privately-owned guards and security outfits are also barred from participating in election security management.

    “The Inspector-General of Police hereby charges all officers deployed for this special duty to ensure compliance with NPF standard operational protocols for elections and further urges all citizens to be law abiding during and after the elections and assures that all necessary security arrangements have been emplaced to ensure their right to vote is unobstructed.”

  • Special promotion: Police caution officers against lobbying IGP, PSC

    Special promotion: Police caution officers against lobbying IGP, PSC

    The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Thursday advised its officers and the general public against lobbying for special promotions.

    NPF warned that any attempt to influence the promotion process through unofficial means will attract severe disciplinary action.

    According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the warning comes amid increasing pressure from some officers seeking special recognition following the recent accelerated promotion of certain personnel.

    Adejobi said the recent promotions were not arbitrary but based on a structured reward system established by the police leadership to honour officers who demonstrated exceptional bravery, professionalism, and dedication to duty.

    NPF emphasised that only those who met the set criteria benefited from the exercise.

    The force also debunked claims by an unnamed online platform alleging that the Force had embarked on indiscriminate promotion.

    It described the report as false, misleading, and an attempt to tarnish the integrity of its promotion process.

    Adejobi said the Force reiterated its commitment to upholding professionalism and meritocracy and urged officers to remain disciplined and focused on their duties in service to the nation.

    The statement reads in part, “The Nigeria Police Force has observed with concern the growing wave of lobbying and unofficial requests directed at the Inspector-General of Police and the Police Service Commission by certain officers seeking special promotions. This surge was triggered by the misinformation being spread by certain media platforms following the recent approval of accelerated promotions for a number of deserving officers who have distinguished themselves through exemplary service.

    “The Force wishes to categorically state that these accelerated promotions were not arbitrary but were part of a well-structured reward system, set up by the police leadership, aimed at recognizing officers who have demonstrated outstanding performance, uncommon bravery, professional excellence, and commitment to duty and the officers who benefitted were those who met the standardized guidelines for such accelerated promotion. The recent exercise does not signify the commencement of a general or indiscriminate special promotion scheme.

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    “In light of recent misleading reports sponsored by a particular online platform suggesting that the Police Force has initiated arbitrary promotions, the Nigeria Police Force firmly cautions the public to disregard such falsehoods. These reports are baseless, misleading, and intended to undermine the integrity of the Force’s promotion process. The NPF remains committed to transparency, merit, and due process in all personnel decisions.

    “Furthermore, officers are strongly cautioned against lobbying or attempting to influence the promotion process through unofficial means. Such conduct is unethical, undermines the principles of meritocracy and professionalism, and will attract severe disciplinary action in accordance with extant laws and regulations.

    “The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to a promotion system anchored on integrity, verifiable merit, and honourable service to the nation. Officers and men are hereby urged to remain dedicated, maintain discipline, and continue to discharge their duties with pride and distinction”.

  • NPF acquires top security equipment

    NPF acquires top security equipment

    The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has acquired state-of-the-art technological devices and applications for the Technical Intelligence Unit ( TIU) to aid in crime detection, prevention and swift arrest of criminals.  

    Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun said the equipment are to bolster the fight against violent crimes across the country and boost the intelligence gathering prowess of the Force. 

    A statement on Saturday By the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said “Similarly, the IGP has also directed the commencement of comprehensive training programs for personnel of the Force’s Technical Intelligence Unit (TIU) in line with global intelligence standards. These rigorous training programs are designed to equip them with the prerequisite knowledge to operate the newly deployed technologies, ensuring the Force remains adaptable and capable in the face of evolving criminal trends and practices.

    ‎”The continuous change in crime dynamics globally and within Nigeria informs the timely and consistent efforts of the IGP at improving and upscaling police crime fighting approach to intelligence and technology driven. The recent successes recorded, including the arrest of notorious arms peddling gang operating in Benue, Taraba, Adamawa and, Plateau States, and numerous arrests in recent weeks are all gains of the improved effectiveness of our intelligence-led policing.

    ‎”The Inspector-General of Police therefore reaffirms the dedication of the Nigeria Police Force under his leadership to emplacing measures to prevent crimes and criminality across the country while assuring Nigerians of robust response to emerging security threats”.

  • Elections: IGP reaffirms commitment to fairness, impartiality

    Elections: IGP reaffirms commitment to fairness, impartiality

    The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun on Tuesday vowed to remain committed to fairness and impartiality during the electoral process in the country.

    Egbetokun gave the assurance when he received a high-level delegation from the ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commissions (ECONEC) at the IGP Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja.

    The delegation, led by Mrs. Davidetta Browne Lansanah, Chairperson of the National Elections Commission of Liberia, comprised senior electoral officials including Dr. Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairman, Elections Commission of Ghana, Mr. Chinedu Chinedu, Senior Programme Officer, ECONEC, Prof. Bolade Eyinla, Chief Technical Adviser, INEC, and other representatives and partners of the network. 

    The visit was a follow-up dialogue on implementation of electoral policies ahead of the General Elections.

    In her remarks, Mrs. Lansanah appreciated the IGP for granting audience to the delegation, acknowledging the significant role the Police plays in electoral security. 

    She further stated that the visit was aimed at discussing key issues raised in the 2023 general elections report, and mapping out strategies for implementation of recommendations ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.

    Responding, according to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP appreciated the delegation for the visit, highlighting the critical role the Nigeria Police Force plays in safeguarding the electoral process.

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    He further stated that the Force’s responsibility in electoral process spans across three distinct phases: pre-election duties, which involve managing peaceful campaigns and resolving conflicts; election day operations, including adequate deployment of personnel, escorting and protection of electoral materials; and post-election duties, such as maintenance of law and order to prevent post-election violence, profiling of electoral offenders, investigations while prosecuting offenders. 

    He emphasised the Force’s commitment to neutrality, fairness, impartiality, professionalism, and ensuring the credibility of elections across the country.

    He reaffirmed that the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force under his leadership remains dedicated to upholding democratic values by ensuring free, fair elections across the country.

    He reiterated the importance of sustained collaboration between electoral commissions and security agencies, while also noting the positive feedback received from international observers regarding the activities of the Police Force during recent elections.

  • Police promotion based on fairness, performance – IGP

    Police promotion based on fairness, performance – IGP

    The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday said promotion in the Nigeria Police Force is based on fairness and performance. 

    Egbetokun said this while advising the newly decorated Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and Commissioners of Police (CPs). 

    The IGP urged them to prioritise public trust by being approachable, responsive, and respectful in the discharge of their duties.

    While decorating 12 AIGs and 16 CPs, including AIGs Emmanuel Ade Aina, Eyinnaya Adiogu, Johnson Adenola, and CPs Victor Avwerosuo Evriwodo, Osifo Tony Emefile, Nanna Orji, and Uduak Ita, the IGP advised them to be decisive. 

    He said, “We recognise that timely and merit-based promotion is not only a morale booster but a crucial tool for institutional growth. Our promotion system today is firmly anchored on fairness and performance. 

    “Let your presence inspire confidence. Let your commands be havens of security. Let your leadership be felt not in fear, but in reassurance”.

    The IGP emphasized that effective modern policing depends not only on operational efficiency but also on earning the trust of the people. 

    “Promotion must not be viewed merely as recognition of past efforts. It is, more importantly, a call to greater responsibility. 

     “These elevations were earned. They reflect a renewed commitment by this administration to fairness, transparency, and meritocracy in our internal processes”.

    Urging the officers to embody the highest ideals of the Force, he said; “Let your leadership reflect courage, discipline, empathy, and above all, integrity. At a time when our society calls ever louder for justice and accountability, we must be seen to uphold these values with unwavering resolve.”

    The IGP reminded the officers that with elevation comes greater scrutiny and expectations, stressing the need for moral authority, administrative competence, and ethical leadership. 

    “Your decisions, your conduct both in and out of uniform will be weighed and measured not just within the Force but by the public at large.”

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    He also tasked the newly promoted officers to embrace innovation, foster inter-agency collaboration, and engage actively with communities. 

    “The success of modern policing rests not only on operational effectiveness but on public trust,” he reiterated.

    Egbetokun expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his continued support and commitment to police reform, stating that ongoing investments and strategic initiatives were already yielding results.

    He further commended the Police Service Commission (PSC) for ensuring a transparent and credible promotion process, saying their efforts have helped reinforce public confidence in the Force.

  • Youth leaders petition IGP over missing Anambra billionaire

    Youth leaders petition IGP over missing Anambra billionaire

    The disappearance of young Anambra billionaire, Benjamin Ezemma, since November 12, 2024, has sparked growing concern, with youth leaders across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones calling for urgent government intervention.

    Under the aegis of the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), youth groups have urged President Bola Tinubu, urging him to direct the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and other security agencies to launch a thorough investigation into Ezemma’s mysterious disappearance.

    In a statement issued on Thursday in Awka and signed by CONYL President-General, Comrade Ibem Goodluck, the group expressed deep distress over the incident.

    They described Ezemma, Chairman and CEO of GSS Real Estate and Investment Limited, as not only a prominent businessman but also a devoted father of three children under the age of five.

    According to the group, Ezemma was last seen after reportedly honouring an invitation to a hotel by a candidate in the upcoming 2025 Anambra governorship election. Since then, there has been no trace of him.

    “The pain inflicted on this family is immeasurable. His young children ask their mother daily, ‘When will we see our father?” the statement read.

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    CONYL emphasised that the case transcends personal tragedy, warning that it reflects a broader societal issue affecting national security and the rule of law.

    The group called on all relevant authorities to “leave no stone unturned” in uncovering the truth and ensuring Ezemma’s safe return.

    “We will not remain silent in the face of such injustice. We stand in solidarity with Mr. Ezemma’s family and urge the government to act swiftly. Every moment counts in this critical situation,” the statement added.

  • Abia CP reaffirms IGP’s commitment to retirees’ welfare amid nationwide protest

    Abia CP reaffirms IGP’s commitment to retirees’ welfare amid nationwide protest

    The Abia State Commissioner of Police, Isa Danladi, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, to addressing the welfare concerns of retired police personnel in the state.

    This assurance comes as Abia State remained calm without any protest by police retirees, despite a nationwide directive calling for demonstrations over poor welfare.

    Speaking in Umuahia during a meeting with representatives of retired police officers across various ranks, CP Danladi, alongside his management team, conveyed the IGP’s message that efforts are ongoing to improve the conditions of retired officers.

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    He urged retirees to avoid spreading unverified or negative information that could undermine the image and unity of the Force, assuring them that their concerns were being taken seriously at the highest level.

    During the interactive session, the retirees presented several pressing issues, including a strong appeal to the IGP to facilitate their removal from the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) scheme, which many of them described as unfavourable.

    The Commissioner further commended the relative peace enjoyed in Abia State, attributing it to the collaborative support of the state government, sister security agencies, civil society groups, and other stakeholders.

    He encouraged the retirees, as respected senior citizens, to continue to support the police in its efforts to combat crime and maintain public safety in the state.

  • IGP working towards better pension, retirement benefit, CP Jimoh assures retirees

    IGP working towards better pension, retirement benefit, CP Jimoh assures retirees

    The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has assured retired officers that the leadership of the force was already working with the government to up pensions and other welfare packages of retired personnel.

    He gave the assurances at a meeting with a delegation from the National Association of Retired Police Officers of Nigeria (NARPON) at the command headquarters on Friday.

    The meeting came on the heels of concerns over the meagre amount retired police officers take home as pension and gratuity after meritoriously serving the country for 35 years.

    Recent public outcries by some retired police officers especially a Chief Superintendent (CSP) who made a video narrating how he rejected N3 million that was given to him as gratuity after his 35 years of unblemished service to the country sparked public outrage and reopened national conversations around the welfare and condition of service of police officers.

    Although the lingering pension issue was beyond the police as an institution, CP Jimoh enumerated some of the efforts the Inspector General (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun had made, including getting consultants to make a case for the service to the federal government.

    Advising them to jettison protest, CP Jimoh assured the retirees that the IGP’s efforts would yield positive outcomes within three to six months.

    He told the gathering that the IG had already submitted a document to the federal government canvassing an upward review of the pension of retired officers to allow payment of between 80 to 100 percent of the salaries they earned upon retirement as pension.

    The Nation reports that at the moment, retired Assistant to Chief Superintendents of Police (ASP to CSP) take home between N40,000 to N50,000 as monthly pension, while a retired Commissioner of Police (CP) is paid N70,000 monthly. On the other hand, a retired Army Captain gets nothing less than N200,000 as a monthly pension, despite being a far junior in rank compared to a Police Commissioner.

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    According to CP Jimoh, he was not new to the activities of the association, having been related to them on several occasions in the past as FCT and later Force Public Relations Officer.

    He assured them of the command’s commitment to executing projects of the association, reminding them that the police remained their primary constituency and the need to continue to work together for the good of society.

    “So we have to meet with you today based on the directive of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun. He directed that all the Commissioners of Police across the country should meet with the National Association of Retired Police Officers of Nigeria to shed light on a lot of things that he’s doing to get the pension better.

    “Before I proceed, you have been police officers and you know as much as I do that no IGP has the power to remove the police from the contributory pension scheme. It is a government policy, and no IGP can disobey the law.

    “A lot of people at various levels have been attempting to get us out. From the time I was the Force PPRO, the then IGP Ibrahim Kpotun Idris tried to get the police off the scheme. I think even the IGPs before him also tried but couldn’t succeed.

    “It was this issue that gave rise to the Police Pension Unit and later the Police Pension Limited in order to take a closer look at what is happening.

    “The current IGP has made a lot of submissions to the government seeking a retired police officer to get between 80 to 100 percent of their salary as they retire, monthly. This recommendation is currently before the government.

    “Because of the adjustments to the minimum wage last year, the government didn’t take action on the document. They have called the IGP to review the documents to be in line with the new wages.

    “Outside that, he has equally taken a lot of bold steps in addressing all the issues that have to do with welfare. So we wanted to assure you that, and equally let you know that protest is not the way forward. Dialogue is always the best way,” he said.

    The police boss encouraged the retirees to continue to interface with the service and embrace dialogue, appreciating the selfless services they rendered to the country as police officers.

    “This is the time to enjoy the fruit of our labour after serving Nigeria with all your strengths and hearts. We are hopeful that with all the steps that the IGP has taken, things will improve within three to six months, and you will see a lot of changes in the pension scheme of the Nigeria Police Force.

    “We want you to equally relay this message to your members, including those who retired recently, that IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun is doing a lot to ensure that he alleviates the suffering of our retirees,” he said.

  • IGP charges lawyer, three Ghanaians with alleged forgery, false information

    IGP charges lawyer, three Ghanaians with alleged forgery, false information

    The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has filed a 26-count charge against a Nigerian lawyer, Abu Arome, three Ghanaians—Sam Jonah, Kojo Ansah and Victor Quainoo – and a firm, Mobus Property Nigeria Ltd, over alleged forgery and giving of false information.

    In the charge marked: CR/402/2025 filed before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the defendants are accused of forging companies’ board resolutions and making false claims in petitions to the police.

    The defendants are also accused of forging documents in a bid to illegally take over two firms – Houses for Africa Nigeria Ltd and Jonahcapital Nigeria Ltd.

    They were said to have between January 2010 and January 2025  knowingly gave false information to the Commissioner of Police FCT Command and the Inspector General of Police through a petition dated 23rd January 2025 and 9th September, 2024 against John Townley Johnson, Adeniran Ogunmuyiwa and Paul Odili that they committed an offences of fraud, land grabbing, identity theft and misled the police officers, which they knew to be fatse and thereby committed an offence punishable under section 140 of the Penal Code Law. 

    In a count of the charge, the defendants were alleged to have between January 2010 and January 2025 while acting in concert, forged the board resolution of Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited purportedly transferring the 7,500,000 ordinary shares from Houses for Africa Holdings Inc. to Samuel Esson Jonah and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 362 and punishable under Section 364 of the Penal Code Law.

    In another count, they were said to have, between January 2010 and January 2025 in Abuja, while acting in concert, fraudulently removed from Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited all Nigerian directors and redistributed its share capital amongst yourselves and converted Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited as majority shareholder and thereby committed an offence contrary to section 18(2)(b) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022 and punishable under section 18(3) of the same Act.

    In yet another count, the defendants were alleged to have.

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    between January 2010 and January 2025 in Abuja while acting in concert, processed title documents of property belonging to Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited to Mobus Property Nigeria Limited to permanently deprive them of the said property w thin Riverpark Estate, Abuja and thereby committed an offence contrary to section 18 (2)(b) of the money laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022 and punishable under section 18(3) of the same Act.

    They are, in count 23 accused of knowingly submitting false information to the authorities of Corporate Affairs Comm’ssion with the intention of misleading Corporate Affairs Comm’ssion that you are a Nigerian to illegally increase Jonahcapital Nigeria Limited’s ordinary shares capital from 1,000,000 to 1,000,000,000 which they knew as false and believe it to be false, and thereby committed an offence punishable under section 140 of the Penal Code Law.

    In count 25 the defendants were said to have, between January 2010 and January 2025 in Abuja, while acting in concert, forged the signature of Adeniran Ogunmuyiwa and the letterhead of Houses of Africa Nigeria Limited and use it to remove all directors and take over the company and you thereby committed an offence contrary to section 311 and punishable under Section 312 of the Penal Code Law.