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  • Firm writes IG over discontinuance notice in N350.9m fraud case

    Firm writes IG over discontinuance notice in N350.9m fraud case

    A financial consultancy firm, Rosiyke Financial Consult Ltd, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, over a notice of discontinuance filed on a pending criminal case involving N350.9 million fraud.

    The petition, dated May 15, was submitted by the firm’s legal counsel, Ernest Annie Nwoye.

    It concerns charge ID/24069C/2024 pending before a Lagos court.

    Rosiyke is urging the IGP to investigate the circumstances under which Superintendent of Police (SP) R.N. Maiguru and Inspector A.I. Aminu, both of the Legal/Prosecution Section of FCID, Force Headquaters, Abuja, sought to discontinue the charge.

    The Notice of Discontinuance is dated March 28.

    The case stems from a July 2022 transaction in which Ms. Rukkaya Saadina Dantata allegedly received N350.9 million from Rosiyke to remit $580,000 to suppliers in China.

    While she reportedly admitted receiving the funds during interrogation by the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), the telex confirmations she provided were later discovered to be fake.

    Despite the severity of the allegations, Ms. Dantata was granted bail and not detained, allegedly due to high-level interference.

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    A proposed repayment plan soon collapsed after she became unreachable, and both she and her guarantor were declared missing.

    According to the petition, the FCID under former Deputy Inspector-General Sylvester Alabi made efforts to trace Ms. Dantata, including placing her on an Interpol red notice and an immigration watchlist.

    In early 2024, a N100 million settlement was reportedly brokered by a retired Commissioner of Police.

    However, the settlement was never honoured, and Ms. Dantata remains at large.

    The petitioner alleged that members of Ms. Dantata’s family made a fresh settlement offer in March 2025, which also failed to materialise.

    Shortly after, Maiguru and Aminu filed the notice of discontinuance.

    The petitioner urged the IG to investigate the duo and to ensure that the case proceeds to full prosecution.

    It emphasised that a criminal charge cannot be withdrawn without the consent of the court or the Attorney-General of the Federation.

    Any attempt to circumvent due process, it warned, undermines public confidence and damages the reputation of the Nigeria Police.

    The petitioner also called on the IG to ensure justice was served, restitution made, and anyone involved in obstructing the case held accountable.

    The Lagos State Police Command had arraigned Dantata for N350,900,000 fraud.

    She was arraigned on two counts of fraud, cheating, and obtaining money under false pretences before the Ikeja Special Offences Court.

    Prosecuting counsel, Ezekiel Rimamsomte, told the court that Dantata committed the alleged offences between July and August 2022.

    He said the defendant obtained N350,900,000 by fraudulent means, which was transferred into her account and that of her firm, Adat Ventures, under the name Rukayya Saadina Dantata.

    The police added that Dantata deceived her victims, Saka Rasak of Rosiyike, and others of Financial Consultant Ltd, located at No. 50 Kingsway Building, Lagos, by pretending to conduct legitimate business transactions.

    According to him, the offences committed contravened Section 1(a)(3) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act 2006 and Section 323 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State 2015.

    Dantata pleaded not guilty to the charges preferred against her.

    Justice Rahmon Oshodi granted Dantata bail of N30million with two sureties in like sum.

  • IGP vows transparent reward system in NPF

    IGP vows transparent reward system in NPF

    • Tinubu to be the special guest of honour

    The Inspector – General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun yesterday said he will ensure a credible and transparent reward system which will recognise and honour hardworking, honest, gallant and patriotic personnel of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).

     Egbetokun said this while speaking on the forthcoming second edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and commendations scheduled to hold on Wednesday June 4, 2025 at the Police Resource Center, Jabi, Abuja.

    The IGP who spoke through the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said since its establishment, the Nigeria Police Force, through its dedication and patriotic commitment to a united Nigeria, has remained the nation’s leading security agency in internal security.

     He said the Force had remained steadfast and committed to combating all forms of criminality in the country.

     His words: “On behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun I heartily welcome you to this press conference. The Inspector-General of Police at different fora, has emphasized the commitment of the Force to improving the welfare of officers and men while stressing the importance of providing comfortable living and working conditions and the emplacement of a credible and transparent reward system which will recognize and honour hardworking, honest, gallant and patriotic personnel of the Nigeria Police. 

    “As part of his vision to motivate and encourage police officers, the Inspector-General of Police has approved the organization of the second edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations Ceremony in conjunction with Lenders Consult International, a critical stakeholder in the Nigerian security space.

    “The hosting of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations Ceremony is a part of a more comprehensive response package aimed at improving personnel overall welfare and motivation. This includes steady and significant improvement in housing and working conditions across all Police commands and formations. It also includes the emplacement of a credible and transparent reward system which will identify, recognize and honour acts of honesty, gallantry, dedication and patriotism displayed by our officers.

    “This platform will provide an opportunity for officers to be recognized and rewarded for their exceptional dedication and performance without relying solely on special promotions. The IGP envisions a renewed sense of pride and dedication among police officers as they know their hard work and dedication will be acknowledged and celebrated appropriately. The Inspector-General of Police believes that this initiative would promote comradeship, unity, and teamwork within the Force. It will also assist in developing a sense of collaboration and shared responsibility in achieving the Force’s objectives.

    “The Second Award Ceremony is scheduled to be held on Wednesday 4th June 2025 at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the Special Guest of Honour will be joined by very important dignitaries, experts in the security circle and senior security managers of the Force and other security and intelligence agencies. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Crime Buster of the Year, Community Policing Advocate of the Year, Detective of the Year and Police Sports Person of the Year. Other award categories include Divisional Police Officer of the Year, Area Commander of the Year, Patrol Team of the Year and Traffic Warden of the Year. Awards will also be presented for Gallantry and Integrity while officers who have distinguished themselves in Public Relations, Legal Practice, Medical practice and other areas of policing will be recognized and honoured through the IGP Special Recognition Awards. The highlight of the ceremony will be the crowning of the Police Officer of the Year.

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    “The award process for the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendation is unique. Nominations were invited from all police formations including Force Headquarters, Zonal Headquarters, State Commands, Area Commands, Divisional Headquarters and all police sections and departments. Thereafter, a collation committee comprising senior officers of the Force and a representative of Lenders Consult International who has over 10 years of experience in organizing transparent and credible awards in the country met severally to collate the names of eligible nominees. The final decisions on award winners were taken by the Force Management Team led by the Inspector-General of Police at a meeting which lasted several hours. This meticulous process assisted in insulating the award decisions from undue interferences and biases which often characterize competitive awards such as this.

    “Inspector-General of Police therefore reassures of the firm commitment of the Force to continually making policies that will improve their standard of living and working conditions. The IGP equally charges the personnel of the Force to remain focused, disciplined, professional and committed to upholding the core values and ethics of the Nigeria Police Force. He further charges them to be aware that their selfless services will not go unnoticed and celebrated.”

  • FULL STEPS: How to apply for tinted glass permit as police begin enforcement

    FULL STEPS: How to apply for tinted glass permit as police begin enforcement

    Following a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, the Nigeria Police Force has resumed the issuance of tinted glass permits across the country.

    According to the Force spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the move comes in response to rising concerns and complaints from the public over the harassment of vehicle owners by law enforcement agents for using factory-fitted tinted windows.

    Applicants can now process their permits online, with identity verification integrated through the National Identification Number (NIN) and Tax Identification Number (TIN), alongside biometric capture and background checks.

    The system also features QR-coded digital permits, with a streamlined processing timeline of 72 hours.

    To ensure a smooth transition, a 30-day grace period has been approved, effective from May 1st, 2025.

    Here are the full steps:

    1. Applicants are required to visit the Police Specialised Services Automation Project portal at www.possap.gov.ng and sign up using their National Identification Number, Bank Verification Number (BVN), or Tax Identification Number.

    2. After filling out the registration form with accurate personal information, users must create an account and verify it using a code sent to their email.

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    3. Once verified, they can log in using their email and password to proceed with the application.

    4. Applicants must then select the “Tinted Glass Permit” service, input their vehicle details, and upload all necessary supporting documents.

    5. After confirming the correctness of all submitted information, they are expected to make the required payment.

    6. The final stage of the process involves scheduling a vehicle inspection and biometric capture at a selected Nigeria Police Force Intelligence Department location to complete the application.

  • IG challenges officers on diligence, fairness

    IG challenges officers on diligence, fairness

    The Inspector – General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun yesterday challenged police officers to be diligent and fair to the general public in the discharge of their duties.

    These, he said, are achievable when officers uphold the highest standard of professionalism, integrity and service.

    It was during the opening of a newly built and donated multi million Naira Divisional Police Station by a Philanthropist, Dr Ibrahim Alih at Imane in Olamaboro Local Government Area of Kogi State.

    Represented by the Kogi Commissioner of Police, Mr Miller Dantawaye, the IG said as officers serving in a community, they should be diligent, compassionate and fair in their judgments in dealing with the public.

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    He reminded them of their roles as law enforcers, who should by training also adopt a high level of maintenance culture.

    “You must make sure you take good care of this newly built and donated division to us. We will be coming at frequent intervals to check your maintenance culture.

    “We should remain steadfast in our commitment to the various communities in our watch as Officers in the principles of justice and fairness.

    “We are well aware of the challenges that the NIgerian police force faces in keeping our communities safe especially from insecurity, violence and crime. Indeed the task is daunting.

  • ‘IGP team’ to probe Natasha’s  allegation against Akpabio

    ‘IGP team’ to probe Natasha’s  allegation against Akpabio

    The Inspector – General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has constituted a team to  investigate the alleged assassination claims by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.

    Akpabio petitioned Egbetokun, demanding investigation and prosecution of the senator  over the claims.

    In the April 3 petition, and copied to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, Akpabio described the allegations as “defamatory” and called for legal action to preserve peace and his safety.

    Egbetokun, who confirmed that a team is investigating the matter through Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said he will unravel the truth.

    Adejobi said: “Yes, we have received the petition from the  Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The IGP has directed a team to investigate it”.

     Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, while addressing her supporters during a homecoming gathering on  April 1, accused Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of plotting to have her killed.

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    She claimed that the alleged plot was due to an unsuccessful attempt to initiate her recall from the Senate.

    The embattled senator also said she had already reported the matter to the IGP before publicizing the issue.

    Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was quoted as saying that: “On the 13th of March at 10:00 pm, mind you, two days before that, Akpabio had called Governor Ododo on the phone to commence my recall, but Ododo told him it would be impossible. Ododo told Akpabio that the recall will be impossible because the masses are with me. But Akpabio was not satisfied, so he called Yahaya Bello. I was informed of everything.

    “The meeting was two fold. They told him to commence my recall and that he was going to fund it. The second thing he said was that he should try and kill me. I didn’t make this public, but I have written to the IG of the Police.

    “Akpabio told Yahaya Bello that he should make sure that killing me does not happen in Abuja, that it should happen here so that it will look as if it was the people that killed me here,” the senator alleged.

  • Viral video: IG sanctions officers

    Viral video: IG sanctions officers

    Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered disciplinary measures against officers seen in a viral video receiving cash from a Chinese man, his wife and child.

    Egbetokun warned against the abuse.

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    In a statement, the Force Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Assistant Commissioner of Police, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said they had taken note of the video and  condemned the conduct of the police officers, adding that it was unethical.

    He said the Force has zero tolerance for such behaviour and warned individuals and organisations privileged who have police personnel, particularly as escorts and guards or other specialised services, not to undermine the integrity of its officers.

  • Inclusive policing paramount in Nigeria – IGP

    Inclusive policing paramount in Nigeria – IGP

    Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Saturday called for an inclusive policing in the country.

    Egbetokun said this when Police Officers in all 36 State Commands across the nation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) engaged in a grand walkathon to promote community engagement and raise awareness for the Maiden National Police Day grand finale coming up on the April 7, 2025.

    The nationwide walkathon, which commenced in the morning featured participation by officers of all ranks, as well as members of the public.

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    The event aimed to foster stronger relationships between the police and the communities, promoting cohesion and mutual understanding.

    According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi: “Furthermore, in continuation of preparations for the grand finale of the National Police Day celebration, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, today inspected parade rehearsals, exhibitions, amongst other activities at the Eagle Square, Abuja.

    “The IGP expressed satisfaction with the level of preparedness, emphasizing the importance of a well-coordinated and impactful event to celebrate the gallantry and achievements of the Nigeria Police Force .

    “The IGP encourages all citizens to celebrate the Nigeria Police Force by actively participating in National Police Day events and show their support for the men and women who serve and protect our communities”.

  • Inclusive policing paramount – IGP 

    Inclusive policing paramount – IGP 

    Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun on Saturday called for an inclusive policing in the country. 

    Egbetokun said this when Police Officers in all 36 State Commands across the nation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) engaged in a grand walkathon to promote community engagement and raise awareness for the Maiden National Police Day grand finale coming up on the 7th of April 2025. 

    The nationwide walkathon, which commenced in the morning saw participation from officers of all ranks, as well as members of the public. 

    The event was aimed to foster stronger relationships between the police and the communities, promoting cohesion and mutual understanding.

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    A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi reads: “Furthermore, in continuation of preparations for the grand finale of the National Police Day celebration, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, today inspected parade rehearsals, exhibitions, amongst other activities at the Eagle Square, Abuja.

    “The IGP expressed satisfaction with the level of preparedness, emphasizing the importance of a well-coordinated and impactful event to celebrate the gallantry and achievements of the Nigeria Police Force .

    “The IGP encourages all citizens to celebrate the Nigeria Police Force by actively participating in National Police Day events and show their support for the men and women who serve and protect our communities”.

  • IGP urges youths to shun crime

    IGP urges youths to shun crime

    • Group holds Ramadan lecture

    The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has advised the youth to shun crime.

    He emphasised the importance of sensitising young people about the consequences of their actions.

    He spoke at the Ramadan lecture for young persons in Lagos State entitled: “Name, fame and shame:  The consequences of one’s actions in the hereafter” organised by the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), which held at the Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) secretariat, featured police officers, other community stakeholders making a case against cultism, robbery and related crimes.

    Egbetokun, who was represented by the Deputy commissioner of Police (Operations), Lagos Command, Tijani Fatai, stressed the futility of engaging in crimes, urging youths to abandon criminal activities and embrace positive change.

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    He said: “I want to tell the youth that crime and criminality do not pay. They need to change their ways. If you are members of a cult group, if you are so much into drug addiction, we should know that this can bring about, you know, can lead you to more criminal tendencies like crimes of robbery, rape, and all what have you.”

    He expressed optimism that the lecture’s message would resonate with the attendees and inspire them to make positive choices.

    The National Coordinator of POCACOV, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olabisi Okuwobi, noted that the lecture was aimed to engage youth and community members in a dialogue about the consequences of their actions, particularly in relation to cultism and other vices.

    According to her, the initiative is a “non-kinetic policing” strategy focused on prevention rather than cure. 

    “The IGP believes that law enforcement alone cannot curb crimes in Nigeria. It’s better for us to prevent criminalities from happening than to start looking for ways to rehabilitate our youth after they’ve been involved in crime”, she explained. 

    She noted that the lecture sought to leverage the holy month’s emphasis on reflection and positive change adding that the choice of Ejigbo as the venue was deliberate, as the area has historically been associated with cult activity

    “We believe that even the worst offenders, as Muslims, respect this month of Ramadan. We’re telling them that whatever actions they take in this life, either during or after Ramadan, have consequences.

    Ejigbo used to have a high number of cult boys, we wanted to use this opportunity to talk to the remnant of these groups and encourage them to change their ways”, she said. 

    She reiterated POCACOV’s commitment to spreading awareness and ensuring that the message of “discipline, self-restraint, and ethical living reaches as many young people as possible”.

    The Chairman of Ejigbo LCDA, Monsurudeen Oyedele-Obe stressed the need for moral discipline and spiritual consciousness in making life choices.

    He appealed to youths to shun cultism and other criminal activities.

  • IG warns against unlawful detention

    IG warns against unlawful detention

    From the Inspector-General of Police (IG), Kayode Egbetokun, yesterday came a directive to officers of the Force:  respect peoples’ fundamental human rights in the handling of pre-trial detentions.

    Egbetokun stressed that strict adherence to legally stipulated detention periods is not just a legal requirement but a fundamental responsibility in safeguarding the dignity and rights of individuals.

    He cited Sections 34 and 35 of the Constitution, which guarantee the right to dignity and personal liberty.

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    In a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IG cautioned against unlawful or prolonged detentions, warning that such practices could erode public trust and confidence in the police.

    He reiterated that any officer found guilty of violating these legal and ethical standards would face serious consequences.

    Calling for a culture of accountability within the Force, the police boss urged officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in their interactions with the public.