Insecurity Archives - Page 4 of 13

Oct

09

2025

12 Suspects Arrested in Connection with Arise TV Staff Member’s Murder

Metro, News, Social IssuesCrime, Insecurity, Metro, Police, Security

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 12 suspected armed robbers in connection with the killing of Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, a staff member of Arise TV, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami. The murders occurred during a robbery at Unique Apartment in Gishiri Village, Katampe District, Abuja. These arrests were made following President Bola Tinubu’s directive to security agencies to capture those responsible for the killings. According to counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the suspects were apprehended by the Scorpion Squad, under the leadership of ACP Victor O. Godfrey, after being tracked using digital and reconstructive intelligence. The tragic…

Oct

01

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gunrunneг Reveals He Was Escorted By Soldiers To Supply 450 R!fles, 8,000 Ammμиition To ßαиðits

Metro, NewsBandits, Crime, Insecurity, Security

A 30-year-old notorious arms dealer, Shehu Ali Kachala, has confessed to selling w+apons to criminal gangs across Zamfara, Kaduna, and Niger States with the alleged backing of a military personnel. In his statement, Kachala revealed that he had been importing rifles and live ammunition from Niger Republic for the past three years. He disclosed that he supplied 450 rifles and 8,000 rounds of ammunition to different bαndit groups, often moving the weap%ns under the protection of a soldier who provided him cover at checkpoints. The suspect further admitted that each r!fle was sold between ₦600,000 and ₦1 million, depending on…

Sep

28

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigerian Police Official Vehicle Stolen From Force Headquarters In Abuja

Metro, NewsAbuja, Crime, Insecurity, Metro, Police, Security

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the theft of one of its official vehicles, a Toyota Buffalo Land Cruiser, from the premises of the Force Headquarters in Abuja. According to an internal wireless message from the Commissioner of Police (DFA, Katsina Command) relaying information from the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), the vehicle, with chassis number JTELU71JX0B027126 and registration number NPF 5594 D, went missing on July 28, 2025. The vehicle was attached to the Department of Operations at Force Headquarters, Louis Edet House, Abuja. It was reported missing after being removed from the official parking lot. Police authorities say…

Sep

17

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gov. Otti Assures Of Working With Federal Government To Reduce Proliferation Of Arms And Weapons.

Abia State, Metro, News, Politics, Social IssuesAbia State, Alex Otti, Insecurity, Politics, Security

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has assured that he will continue to work with the relevant Federal Government Agencies to reduce the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the country. Governor Otti gave this assurance while receiving in audience, a delegation of the new South East Zonal Director of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons led by Captain Chris Anusiem, who called on him at his office. He said that almost all crimes are committed with small arms and light weapons and stressed the need to reduce it if not…

Jul

28

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia State Homeland Security Launches 5 Quad Bikes to Boost Security in Hinterlands

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Current Events, Metro, NewsAbia State, Insecurity, Metro, Security

The Abia State Government has taken a significant step towards enhancing security in the state's rural areas with the launch of five quad bikes for its Homeland Security Watch. These bikes are designed to navigate the state's rugged terrain, particularly in areas like Umunneochi and its environs, where security challenges have been pronounced. The quad bikes will enable security personnel to access remote areas that were previously difficult to reach, thereby improving response times and overall security effectiveness. This move is part of the government's efforts to intensify security in the state and ensure the safety of lives and property.…