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  • Why we no longer sack unmarried policewomen who become pregnant — AIG

    Why we no longer sack unmarried policewomen who become pregnant — AIG

    The Nigeria Police Force will no longer dismiss unmarried officers who become pregnant, this was according to Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Aishatu Abubakar-Baju.

    Baju, during a recent appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, confirmed that the decision was taken after Section 127 and other discriminatory provisions in the Police Act and regulations was removed.

    “This Section 127 and any section of the Police Act and regulation that has gender discrimination have been expunged, looking at the Police Act of 2020 and the police reform that is currently going on,” she said.

    Baju emphasized that the service is committed to eliminating gender discrimination, citing recent reforms and policies aimed at promoting inclusivity.

    “The IGP (Inspector General of Police) has just last year launched the Nigeria Police Gender Policy just to make sure that there is complete eradication of any form of gender discrimination.

    “I can tell you that the Nigeria Police has come of age, and the IG is intentional about inclusivity and making sure that the Nigeria Police is an equal opportunity institution,” she added.

    This comes after the controversial 2021 of an unmarried police corporal, Omolola Olajide, in Ekiti State after she became pregnant.

    Her removal sparked outrage, which prompted the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to challenge the legality of Section 127 at the Federal High Court in Abuja.

    However, in February 2022, the court dismissed the suit for lacking merit, ruling that affected officers were aware of the regulation before joining the Force.

  • Christmas: Police deploy over 7,000 officers in Ogun for security

    Christmas: Police deploy over 7,000 officers in Ogun for security

    Ahead of the festivities, the Ogun State command of the Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday deployed a total of 7,777 officers throughout the state to bolster the security of individuals and property.

    The command’s spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola in a statement disclosed that the State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, is reportedly at the helm of a specialized task force.

    The command, pointed out that it recognized the heightened risk of criminal activities during the holiday season, and has intensified its security protocols, including the establishment of additional checkpoints and increased patrols across the state.

    The command indicated that both uniformed and plainclothes officers would be strategically positioned to deter criminal activity and provide reassurance to the public regarding their safety.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) understands that notable locations such as places of worship, parks, recreational areas, government facilities, banks, and the residences of diplomats will see a significant police presence.

    Odutola further stated that high-risk zones, which have experienced threats in the past, including Long Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Rounder in Abeokuta, Sapaade, Ogunmakin, and others, will be closely monitored by armoured patrol units.

    She said, “Additionally, specialised units like SWAT, Anti-Cultism and Anti-Kidnapping will conduct regular patrols around educational institutions.”

    The police underscored their commitment to a zero-tolerance approach regarding any criminal actions that may interfere with year-end celebrations.

    They cautioned individuals with criminal intentions to reconsider their choices or prepare to face the stringent consequences of the law.

  • “What BurnaBoy has done to Akpi can only happen in an animal farm” – Lawyer Deji Adeyanju

    “What BurnaBoy has done to Akpi can only happen in an animal farm” – Lawyer Deji Adeyanju

    Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has taken to social media to call out Grammy award-winning singer, Burna Boy for the continued detention of Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington at the Nigeria Police Force.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the Darlington was rearrested by the police on Tuesday during his show in Owerri, the Imo State capital for allegedly cyberstalking his colleague, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy.

    The singer’s lawyer, Adeyanju had lamented countlessly the police’s refusal to release the singer on bail.

    In a recent post, the human rights lawyer, slammed Burna Boy for exhibiting the character of an hypocrite and oppressor.

    According to Adeyanju, what the ‘Ye’ crooner is doing to Akpi can only happen in an Animal farm.

    He wrote: “Burna Boy a hypocrite, an oppressor and a typical clownish character like one of the many depicted in George Orwell’s book for using police to harass and oppress Speed Darlington over alleged defamation. The thing Burna Boy has done to Akpi can only happen in an Animal Farm.

    “For insulting Burna Boy, the ojuelegba Fela, Speed Darlington has been in police custody for over 3-weeks and counting. The Nigerian Police is one of our greatest problem as a nation. Alleged defamation ooo, not armed robbery, murder, kidnapping or any crime whatsoever.”

    Darlington was first arrested on 4 October following the release of a controversial video in which he allegedly defamed a fellow musician, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy over his link with the embattled American rapper Diddy.

    He was arrested in Lagos and transferred to Abuja before being detained by the IGP’s Intelligence Response Team in the Guzape area of Abuja.

    He was then released on bail on 9 October after spending five days in detention.

  • Impersonation: VeryDarkMan regains freedom after meeting bail condition

    Impersonation: VeryDarkMan regains freedom after meeting bail condition

    Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has regained freedom after meeting his bail condition.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) had earlier reported that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) arraigned the social media critic hours after detaining him for alleged impersonation on Friday.

    Following his arraignment, the social media influencer was granted bail in the sum of N2 million with two sureties, each required to post an equivalent amount.

    The court also ordered the fitness expert to deposit his international passports and any other means of identification.

     VeryDarkMan’s arraingnment comes shortly after he publicly apologized to the force for using its uniform, emphasizing that he didn’t intend to impersonate the law enforcement agency.

    In reaction, the police said it would launch an investigation to determine the source of the police gear used and the authority under which the activist acted.

     

  • Man declared wanted over plot to overthrow President Tinubu

    Man declared wanted over plot to overthrow President Tinubu

    The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Monday declared a Briton, Andrew Wynne and a Nigerian, Lucky Obiyan, wanted for allegedly plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu.

    The police spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi told journalists in Abuja that Mr Wynne had  rented a space at Labour House and established a school to serve as a decoy.

    He said, “The Nigeria Police Force has launched a comprehensive investigation into the activities of foreign national and subversive elements plotting to undermine the democratically elected government in Nigeria through unconstitutional regime change and orchestrating violence across the country.

    “Following extensive intelligence gathering and collaboration with other security agencies, nine suspects have been apprehended, who received substantial financial backing from foreign sources to destabilise the country.

    “Preliminary findings suggest they orchestrated and funded violent protests, disseminated false information, and engaged in other unlawful activities to create anarchy and justify their illegal plot to overthrow the democratically elected government.

    “Investigations have identified a foreign mercenary, Andrew Wynne (also known as Andrew Povich or Drew Povey), a British national, who built a network of sleeper cells to topple the government and plunge the nation into chaos. He rented a space at Labour House, Abuja, for an ‘Iva Valley Bookshop’ and established ‘STARS of Nations Schools’ as a cover for his subversive activities.”

    Adejobi further disclosd documentary evidence and confessions revealed that Wynne provided finance and operational guidance to allegedly topple an elected government in the country.

    He said, “Documentary evidence and confessions revealed that Andrew Wynne issued directives, monitored progress, and provided finance and operational guidance to achieve unconstitutional regime change in Nigeria.

    “He mobilised and deployed several billions of naira to his Nigerian collaborators, urging them to mobilise the public to violently storm police facilities and military barracks, anticipating a bloodbath that would instigate international condemnation of the Nigerian government. These acts are in clear violation of the Terrorism (Prevention) Act 2011 and other relevant laws,” the FPRO added.

  • Police reacts to photo of an officer with charm tied on his hand

    Police reacts to photo of an officer with charm tied on his hand

    The spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, Adejobi Olumuyiwa on Monday reacted to a viral purported photo of an officer with a charm tied on his hand.

    Recall, a photo of an unnamed police officer with charm tied on his hand sparked reactions after causing a stir on social media.

    Reacting to the photo, the police IGP on Monday via his Instagram account noted that charms were not included in the dress code of the officers.

    He further urged the general public to discard the photo as it is an handiwork of mischief makers.

    Sharing the photo, Adejobi Olumuyiwa wrote: “Ignore this pix. This was photoshopped. This is not our dress code. Handiwork of mischief makers. Thanks.”

  • BREAKING: Police, NSCDC clash with okada riders in Abuja

    BREAKING: Police, NSCDC clash with okada riders in Abuja

    Personnel of the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense are currently having a face off with motorcyclists at the Federal Housing Bridge along the Kubwa Expressway.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) learnt that trouble started after the task force started seizing motorcycles along the expressway as part of an operation to enforce traffic regulations when the motorcyclists descended on them.

    The situation quickly escalated when the Okada riders started hurling stones at the security personnel in an attempt to disrupt the operation.

    Reacting, the operatives reteriated, and started shooting teargas to disperse the bikers.

    More details to follow…

  • Police burst child trafficking syndicate, arrest suspect in Enugu

    Police burst child trafficking syndicate, arrest suspect in Enugu

    The Police Command in Enugu State has burst a child-trafficking syndicate and arrested a suspect at Igogoro village in Enugu-Ezike community of Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of the state.

    This is contained in a statement, issued by the Command’s Spokesman, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, on Sunday in Enugu.

    Ndukwe said that the syndicate was smashed on Oct. 27 at about 1.30 p.m.

    According to him, police operatives serving in the Igbo-Eze North Police Division, working with the Neighborhood Watch Group, smashed a child stealing syndicate and arrested one Ifeanyi Omeke, 21, at Igogoro village in Enugu-Ezike community.

    “The suspect was nabbed after he sneaked into the complainant’s house in the community and attempted to steal a 15-month-old girl child.

    “The suspect confessed to the crime, as well as revealed that he was contracted by his cohorts at large to steal children for ritual and other criminal purposes,” the police spokesman said.

    He said that the state Commissioner of Police, Mr Kanayo Uzuegbu, had ordered the immediate transfer of the case to the state’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for a thorough investigation.

    “A thorough investigation would eventual lead to the arrest of other members of the criminal syndicate at large and their prosecution,” he added.

  • Withdrawal of mobile police from VIPs stands firm – Ag IGP

    Withdrawal of mobile police from VIPs stands firm – Ag IGP

    The Nigeria Police Force has insisted not to reverse its earlier policy and decision of withdrawing Police Mobile Force, (PMF)  personnel from  important personalities.

    Recall that the Acting Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, had promised to remove PMF from  VIPs, however promised to protect them.

    It said recent news circulating regarding the possible reversal of the PMF reform policy was untrue.

    CSP Muyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer,  in a statement yesterday, said: “The Force wishes to clarify that the decision to withdraw the PMF personnel from escort and guard duties stands firm, and there will be no going back on this critical policy change.

    “The withdrawal process has already commenced with a comprehensive report, which has been submitted by the constituted committee assigned to oversee the seamless implementation of this directive.

    “And the IGP has activated the mobilization process for the establishment of the Police Quick Intervention Squad which precedes the withdrawal policy.

    “The decision to withdraw Police Mobile Force personnel from VIP duties is part of ongoing efforts to optimize the allocation of resources and enhance the efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force in its core mandate of safeguarding the lives and properties of all citizens.

    “While poised to ensure a smooth transition, the Nigeria Police Force is committed to providing adequate security arrangements for VIPs who are entitled to such protection.

    “Meanwhile, the Force will carefully consider the provisions of Sections 23 to 25 of the Police Act 2020, in recruiting more supernumerary officers, to handle VIP security responsibilities.

    “No VIP or critical infrastructure will be left unprotected as a result of the new policy.

    “The Inspector-General of Police remains resolute in his pursuit of reforms and initiatives that will enhance the professionalism and public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.

    “The decision to withdraw Police Mobile Force personnel from VIPs is driven by the need to create a more robust, efficient, and people-centered police force that caters to the security needs of all citizens equally.

    “The IGP, therefore, urges the public and all stakeholders to support and cooperate with the Nigeria Police Force during this transition period to strengthen the security apparatus and create a safer environment for everyone to thrive.”

  • Police PRO, Adejobi says its “unprofessional and shameful” to demand money from complainants

    Police PRO, Adejobi says its “unprofessional and shameful” to demand money from complainants

    The spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has condemned the acts of police officers who demand money from complainants before they investigate a case, and officers in the charge rooms who extort family members of suspects in detention.

    In a series of tweets, Adejobi stated that it is shameful and unprofessional for officers to convert the charge room to an extortion room.

    Meanwhile, an eighteen-year-old man has been arrested by men of the Lagos state police command for allegedly being in possession of a locally fabricated firearm and two stolen phones.

    Police PRO, Adejobi says its "unprofessional and shameful" to demand money from complainants

    The spokesperson of the state police command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the young man was apprehended during a stop and search exercise carried out by a patrol team from the Layeni division.

    In a similar vein, Hundeyin said officers from Orile Division stopped 34-year-old David at School Bus-stop. He was searched and found with a locally fabricated firearm and two live cartridges.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Adejobi is an astute police officer and a professional public relations practitioner. He is an alumnus of the prestigious University of Ibandan, where he studied Archaeology and Geography.

    He equally holds a Master’s Degree in Peace and Conflict from the same University. A product of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil Kano where he had his initial police training.

    Adejobi has had a long stint as Police Public Relations Officer in Ogun State Police Command from 2008 -2016.

    He equally served as PPRO Zone 2 Headquarters, Onikan, Lagos, in 2016 and PPRO, Lagos State Police Command between September, 2020 and August, 2021, when he was posted to deputize the former Force PRO, CP Frank Mba.

    CSP Adejobi has carved a niche for himself in Police Public Relations Management with the experience he has gained serving as PPRO in different Police Commands and Zone for more than a decade.

    He has equally held many other offices in the Police including; Operations Officer, OC Anti Bank Robbery and Anti Pipeline Vandalization, Sagamu Division from 2006 to 2008; Admin Officer, Department of Operations, Police Headquarters, Ogun State in 2008; Operations Officer, Department of Operations, Lagos State Command Ikeja in 2017; Directing Staff, Police College Ikeja; and as Personal Assistant to The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Department of Operations, Force Headquarters, Abuja.

    He is a member of several professional bodies and associations, which include: Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR); International Public Relations Association (IPRA); Point Man Leadership Institute, USA; International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), USA; Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP); Boys Brigade Nigeria; and the Institute of Corporate Administration, Nigeria.

    He has since assumed duty as the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Force Headquarters, Abuja following the confirmation of his appointment by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba NPM, psc(+), fdc on April 19, 2022.