Crime & City Diary
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Car stolen in Lagos recovered in Ilorin, as police arrest suspects
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Police Command has recovered a stolen Toyota Camry (Registration No. APP 443 CX) reported missing in Lagos. Acting on intelligence from a motor spare parts dealer in Ipata-Oloje, Ilorin, police detectives apprehended two suspects on November 22, 2024, around 6:00 PM. The suspects, Ganiyu Lawal, 43, of Babasoja, Gambari, Ilorin, and Ademola Waheed,…
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5 dead as boat capsizes in Delta
Five persons have been confirmed dead after a boat capsized along the popular Bennett Island River in the Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State. The accident was said to have occurred on Monday night. The state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, who confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Asaba, the state capital, said that…
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BREAKING: Fire guts Ajegunle market in Lagos
The Alayabiagba Market, Boundary Road, Apapa, Ajegunle area of Lagos was gutted by fire on Tuesday. Eyewitnesses said the fire burnt down shops and goods worth millions of Naira. Although, the cause of the fire was unknown as at the time of filling this report. Confirming the incident, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), said members of its response…
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BREAKING: EFCC arrests Yahaya Bello
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arrested ex-governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello for alleged misappropriation of funds. Accompanied by his lawyers, Bello reportedly drove himself in a black Hilux to the anti-graft agency’s office on Tuesday morning. The EFCC had at the last hearing on November 14, sought for adjournment till November 27 in the fresh case…
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FCT police intensify security operations to combat crime
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has announced the deployment of additional personnel and equipment to bolster patrols, conduct stop-and-search operations, and enhance surveillance across Abuja. This proactive measure is aimed at addressing the rising cases of ‘one chance’ robberies and vehicle theft within the city. In a statement, the Command emphasized its determination to crack down on vehicles…
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Egbetokun to unveil School Protection Squad in Ogun
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, is set to unveil the ‘School Protection Squad’ in Ogun State. The initiative is aimed at enhancing and promoting the safety and security of schools across the state. A statement released late Monday by the Ogun State Police Command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, said the initiative will be inaugurated during a two-day event themed…
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VP Shettima advocates tech-driven strategies to combat insecurity in Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for the adoption of technology-driven strategies to tackle terrorism, cybercrime, and border security challenges affecting Nigeria and the broader African continent. He emphasized that while Africa and Nigeria are currently facing some of their most pressing security and economic challenges, these issues require innovative and technology-based solutions. Speaking on Monday during…
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Lagos Neighborhood Safety inducts new recruits
The Lagos State Neighborhood Safety Agency has inducted the newly recruited personnel of the Corps. The induction ceremony was held simultaneously at the five Divisional commands of Lagos State anchored by the Administration and Human resources department in conjunction with the operations department. At the Ikeja Division, the General Manager, Prince Dr Ifalade Oyekan FSIN who was represented by Mr.…
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Van razed, one injured as gunmen attack Anambra vigilantees along Amesi/Uga road
A person was injured and a van was razed when gunmen attacked members of the Anambra State Vigilantees of Umuchu extraction along Amesi/Uga Road. Police authorities said the vigilantes were attacked on Sunday (Yesterday), leading to the injury. “The Joint Security Forces quickly rushed the victim to the hospital where he is currently responding to treatment and activated intelligent-information-led patrols…
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40ft loaded container falls on car as LASTMA rescues 1 victim at Mile 2
Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have rescued one victim as a 40-foot loaded container fell on a Toyota Camry at Mile 2 area of the State. According to the Spokesman for the Agency, Adebayo Taofiq, through the swift and coordinated response of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency services, including the Federal…
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