CRIMEBEAT

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), disclosed that the federal government has submitted most of the necessary requirements to facilitate Simon Ekpa’s extradition from Finland to Nigeria. Ekpa, a pro-Biafra agitator and secessionist, was arrested by Finnish law enforcement on November 21, 2024. Following …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Nigeria Police Force has expressed strong disapproval of the misuse of the name and office of the Inspector-General of Police by a few unprofessional officers, which continues to undermine the reputation and standards of the force. In a statement e-signed by ACP …

…Meets Senior Officers Ahead Of Yuletide, New Year Celebrations, Assures Of Top Notch Security UYO, AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA – The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, CP Joseph Eribo, psc, has issued a stern warning against the use of bangers, knockouts, carbides, and other explosives during the festive season. …

OSOGBO, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA – Governor Ademola Adeleke has taken swift action to address the case of a young man sentenced to death by hanging in Osun State for stealing a fowl. The Governor has directed an immediate investigation and steps toward granting a prerogative of mercy. In a statement …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – In a major crackdown on illicit activities, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered an illegal production site for counterfeit alcoholic beverages in Lagos. The discovery highlights the agency’s ongoing efforts to safeguard public health and maintain consumer safety. The discovery …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – In a resolute drive to enhance internal security and combat criminal activities across Nigeria, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has intensified efforts to neutralize threats to national safety. The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) continues to demonstrate unwavering commitment in its mission to …

…ICPC Official Calls For Collective Action To Eradicate Corruption ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – A call has been made to stakeholders across Nigeria to unite in the fight against corruption, described as an age-old epidemic plaguing society. The plea came from Mr. Idris Kelvin Abu, State Coordinator of the Anti-Corruption …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed plans to extradite Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to Nigeria to face terrorism-related charges. In a statement released on Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Director of Defence Information, Brig. Gen. Tukur …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – Ola Olukoyede, Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), revealed disturbing levels of corruption in Nigeria’s power sector, which he claims would evoke public outrage. Olukoyede said, “As we speak, we are grappling with electricity. If you see some of the investigations we …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – An unidentified commercial bus driver reportedly set himself, his vehicle, and a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer on fire. The incident occurred during an alleged attempt by the driver to evade arrest for a traffic violation. LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, confirmed the event, stating …