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  • 28-yr-old arrested for Police recruitment scam

    28-yr-old arrested for Police recruitment scam

    ‎The Nigeria Police Force disclosed on Saturday that it’s National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) has arrested one Dauda Samuel, a 28 year old male, for his alleged involvement in the Nigeria Police Force recruitment scam, computer-related fraud, and identity theft.

    A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi said the arrest followed credible intelligence and multiple complaints from members of the public.
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    “‎The arrest stems from reports that an individual had been impersonating the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Frank Mba, on Facebook.

    “The suspect allegedly exploited this false identity to promote a fictitious Police recruitment exercise, fraudulently extorting money from unsuspecting Nigerians under the pretence of offering employment into the Nigeria Police Force.
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    “‎Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect created and operated fake Facebook accounts bearing the name and image of the DIG in charge of Training and Development DIG Frank Mba without authorization.

    “He was recently apprehended in Panda Village, Nasarawa State, and has since voluntarily confessed to the crime.

    “He also provided valuable information that is aiding ongoing investigations.
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    “‎Efforts are currently underway to identify possible accomplices and trace additional digital footprints linked to the suspect’s activities through digital forensic analysis.
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    “‎The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun strongly warns individuals engaging in cybercrime to desist or face the full weight of the law.

    “He also advices Nigerians and residents of Nigeria to be wary of individuals offering promises that seem too good to be true and take vital steps to secure their interactions in the digital space.”

  • Police nab 3 suspects for trafficking 13 victims from Kaduna to Oyo

    Police nab 3 suspects for trafficking 13 victims from Kaduna to Oyo

    The Force Headquarters announced on Sunday that police operatives attached to the Kaduna State Command arrested three suspects on January 31, 2025, at around 7 p.m.

    The suspects, identified as Samson Peter (25), Haruna Duniya (45), and Abdulazaq Olawole (58), were apprehended for allegedly trafficking 13 victims to Oyo State in an unmarked vehicle.

    A statement by Force PRO, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, revealed that the arrests were part of efforts to crack down on organized crime, particularly human trafficking and kidnapping.

    “The victims were rescued, and the investigation is ongoing,” Adejobi said.

    In a related development, on January 29, 2025, police operatives from the Ogun State Command conducted a covert operation that led them to the hideout of kidnappers responsible for an earlier abduction reported on January 25, 2025.

    Upon sighting the operatives, the kidnappers engaged them in a gunfight, resulting in the neutralization of five gang members and the successful rescue of three kidnapped victims.

    Recovered items included various arms and ammunition, three mobile phones, and cash totaling N5.2 million. The vehicles belonging to the victims were also recovered.

    The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, commended the operatives for their gallantry, dedication, and patriotism.

    The IGP urged officers to remain relentless in their efforts to achieve peace and reassured the public of the police’s commitment to effectively combat all security threats.

  • Police say owner of exploded dynamites in Niger still at large

    Police say owner of exploded dynamites in Niger still at large

    Niger State Police Command has confirmed that the owner of the dynamites that exploded in the Mashegu Local Government Area on Monday, killing one person and injuring six others, is yet to be apprehended.

    The explosion, which occurred at Sabon-Pegi in Mashegu LGA, was reportedly caused by dynamites stored in a residential area by an individual identified as Yushau, allegedly for mining activities. The blast claimed the life of Fatima Sadauki, left six others injured, and destroyed 12 residential buildings.

    Confirming the incident on Tuesday, the Commissioner of Police, Shawulu Danmamman, said, “On January 26th, 2025, at about 7.30am, there was an explosion of some suspected dynamites at Sabon-Pegi, Mashegu LGA, which was reportedly kept in a residential area by one Yushau for purported mining activity.

    “The explosion led to the unfortunate death of one Fatima Sadauki, while six others were injured and taken to general hospital Kainji for medical attention.

    “The incident affected about 12 houses in the area, and an investigation into the incident has commenced. The EOD-CBRN unit of the Command has been dispatched to the scene for assessment, but the said Yushau is currently at large. However, normalcy has been restored in the area while monitoring continues.”

    The police commissioner emphasised the importance of community cooperation in preventing such incidents.

    “If the community had identified the owner of the dynamite and informed the police of the kind of business he does, we would have arrested the suspect and evacuated the items, and the incident would have been avoided,” Danmamman said.

    He urged residents to remain vigilant and provide timely intelligence to law enforcement.

  • 3 Enugu residents sue police over alleged illegal detentions

    3 Enugu residents sue police over alleged illegal detentions

    ABUJA – Three Nigerian citizens have filed a fundamental human rights enforcement suit against the Nigerian Police Force, alleging illegal detentions and violations of their rights.

    The suit, lodged at the Enugu State High Court on 27 January 2025, seeks N100 million for ill-treatment and an additional N10 million in general damages.

    The plaintiffs—Ofor Chika Raphael, Hon. Hypolite Okafor, and Ude Augustina—are members of the Voice Awgu Egeleli Forum and residents of Awgu in Enugu State.

    They have requested the court to order the release of their associates, Mr. Christopher Api and his wife, who were arrested on 22 January. Augustina was subsequently detained while attempting to deliver food to them in police custody.

    The suit highlights concerns regarding the actions of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Awgu Police Station, who is accused of conducting indiscriminate arrests and extorting community members for bail.

    Okafor was also detained when he visited the police station to advocate for the release of his associates.

    The applicants claim that ongoing threats of further detentions are linked to previous petitions filed against the DPO.

    They argue that these actions constitute a breach of their fundamental rights as outlined in the Nigerian Constitution and the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.

    The plaintiffs stress the urgency of their situation, citing concerns for their health and safety after more than a week in detention.