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The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed reports suggesting that Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun obstructed justice in a rape case involving an American citizen and an Indian national, describing the claims as untrue.

The allegations were reportedly contained in a letter addressed to the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills, by a former senior police officer.

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However, a senior police source who spoke on Monday said there was no truth to the claims, stressing that the IGP remains committed to upholding justice and the rule of law.

The source added that the police leadership would not be distracted by attempts to discredit the IGP, assuring that the Force remains focused on strengthening accountability, discipline, and transparency in its operations.

The Nigeria Police further reiterated its resolve to work with local and international partners to ensure justice is served in all cases, while calling on the public to disregard unfounded allegations capable of undermining the integrity of the institution.

Operatives of the Lagos Police Command have arrested a guard, Amos Kini, in connection with the abduction of a two-year-old child in the Elemoro area of Lagos.

Kini, according to a report filed bu the toddler’s mother, allegedly absconded with him on September 21.

The woman, who reported the incident around 11:50pm that day at Elomoro Division, said the guard also fled with their mobile phone. 

He allegedly contacted the child’s father through the stolen phone and demanded N5 million for his release.

Confirming the incident, the Lagos Command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Abimbola Adebisi, said operatives commenced investigation immediately the complaint was received, which led to the suspect’s arrest on September 23.

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“The scene was promptly visited and documented, one Aruna Dauda who stood as guarantor for the suspect before his employment, was taken in for questioning.

“As efforts to locate the suspect intensified, the police sustained operational pressure through intelligence gathering and coordinated surveillance. This ultimately forced the suspect to release the child. However, the operatives continued their manhunt, determined to bring the perpetrator to justice.

“On 23rd September, 2025, at about 1400hrs, operatives of the Tactical Squad (Hyena), acting on credible intelligence, successfully tracked and arrested Amos Kini at his hideout within the Elemoro area. The suspect has since confessed to the crime and remains in police custody. He will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, strongly condemned the abduction of the innocent child, reaffirming the command’s unwavering commitment to combating all forms of violent and capital crimes in the state. 

“He urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant, and advised members of the public to report any suspicious activities to the police through any of our emergency numbers 08063299264, 09053872208, 08087332678,” she said. 

The Benue State Police Command has refuted the claims of extra judicial killing of one Philip Fanen Kpentuman currently circulating on social media.

According to a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet on Friday 26th September, 2025, the incident occurred on the 20th September 2025, at about 5:30pm when operatives of Operation Zenda, booked an armed robbery suspect named Philip Fanen Kpentuman for possible recovery of operational firearms.

Acting on intelligence, the suspect led the operatives to a hideout at Tse-Tamen settlement, Ugondu in Makurdi local government area of Benue state where a locally made pistol with five cartridges concealed in a black nylon bag was recovered.

The press release further stated that, upon recovery of the exhibits, the suspect requested to ease himself but instead attempted to escape from custody but was immediately rearrested with the assistance of youths in the community, who nearly lynched him for his criminal antecedents before the Police swiftly rescued him.

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Shortly after being rescued, the suspect, Philip Fanen Kpentuman (now deceased) later complained of severe body pains and was immediately rushed to Rev Fr Moses Orshio Adasu University Teaching Hospital (formally BSUTH) Makurdi where he was  confirmed dead by a medical doctor.

His corpse has been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.

“The Command strongly refutes the claim of extrajudicial killing and wishes to emphasise that the police actions were geared towards saving his life and therefore not responsible for his death as erroneously presented on social media while the State Criminal and Investigation Department, (SCID) is making further Investigation into the matter and further developments will be communicated in due course.

“The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Emenari Ifeanyi, once again reiterates the Command’s commitment to professionalism, transparency, and accountability while urging the public to desist from spreading unverified information that could mislead the public and undermine public trust in law enforcement, as the command is doing everything to ensure a secured and peaceful Benue,” the statement read.

The Bayelsa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of six suspected cultists allegedly involved in the killing of a Police Constable, Oboh Goodluck, in Amarata community, Yenagoa, the state capital.

Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police, Mr Francis Idu, also vowed that the key suspect, who was on the run and was believed to be involved in multiple cases of murder, would soon be apprehended.

Idu, who made the vow during a ceremony in honour of the deceased constable yesterday, said the police would ensure that the key suspect and others involved in the killing face justice.

CP Idu said: “The deceased Constable acted within the law to confront and defend the people from harm against seven hoodlums.

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“Goodluck Oboh gave his life to save the Bayelsa citizenry. If he had succeeded, he would have beaten his chest that he is a peace keeper.”

He added that a formal request would be sent to Governor Douye Diri to make the site of his killing a monument for him to be remembered.

The representative of the Ayadei/Oboh family, Mr. Kwokwo Robert, while appreciating the authorities of the Nigeria Police for their assistance in the final burial rites of the deceased, called for justice for their son.

The Niger State Police Command has arrested two suspects linked to the abduction and killing of a 10-year-old boy, Yaseer Mustapha, in the Kwana-Mariga community.

Police said Yaseer was kidnapped on July 24, 2025, while his guardian was on the farm.

The abductors initially demanded ₦3.5 million but later collected ₦100,000, followed by another ₦10,000, both paid into accounts provided by the suspects. The payments were made without police involvement.

After weeks without further communication from the kidnappers, the guardian reported the matter in September.

The case was transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit, which trailed and arrested 32-year-old Abdulmajid Dan-Azumi.

His arrest led to the capture of his accomplice, 18-year-old Abdulnafiu Usman, both residents of Kwana-Mariga.

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The two confessed to killing the boy and led investigators to an uncompleted building where his decomposed body was found. The remains were released to the family for burial.

Police spokesperson SP Wasiu Abiodun confirmed that the suspects have been charged in court. 

He urged the public to promptly report abductions and suspicious activities to security agencies instead of negotiating with criminals.