The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Wednesday, launched a special team tagged the ‘Special Intervention Squad’ to reduce the spate of kidnappings in the Federal Capital Territory…
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IGP Takes Notable Action as Abuja Grapples With Kidnap for Ransom
The Inspector-General of Police Olukayode Egbetokun, has launched the Special Intervention Squad in the Federal Capital Territory to curb activities of kidnappers and bandits, especially in border towns within the…
Federal Capital Territory Minister Wike Summons Emergency Meeting over Abuja Kidnappings
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike has summoned an emergency meeting over the worrying state of insecurity in the nation’s capital. Worried over the recent cases…
Police Intensify Rescue Operations for Six Sisters Kidnapped in Abuja
In response to the recent abduction of six young girls in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, the Nigerian Police Force has announced an escalated effort to…
Federal Government Plan Release of Over Four Thousand Inmates from Correctional Centers
The Federal Government is set to alleviate congestion in Nigerian Custodial Centres by releasing more than four thousand inmates. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, announced the initiative during…
After Over One Hundred Days, Court Releases Emefiele On Bail
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, on Wednesday, admitted the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN, Godwin Emefiele to bail, after one hundred and fifty…