Oba Akiolu Of Lagos To DIG Alabi: ‘Police Can’t Be Successful Without Community Cooperation’

Oba Akiolu of Lagos exchanges pleasantries with DIG Sylvester Abiodun Alabi during a courtesy visit

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, has called on the police to prioritise robust relationship with the community. The monarch made charge when he received the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Sylvester Abiodun Alabi at his palace in Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation Divided? Fallout After Nigeria’s New … Read more

Lagos Police Clear The Air On CP Posting

The Inspector-General of Police recently recommended a new CP for Lagos State. The recommendation elicited various reactions on social media as elections draw nearer. The Police in Lagos have clarified where things stand as far as the Force leadership in the state is concerned. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command says … Read more

IGP Recommends Appointment Of Frank Mba, Owohunwa As Ogun, Lagos CPs

The IGP sent a letter to the police commission recommending Frank Mba to be the next commissioner of police in Ogun. Besides Mba, the police boss recommended Idowu Owohunwa as Lagos police commissioner. The police commission confirmed the receipt of the recommendations and will consider them. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector-General of Police … Read more

We Arrested 203 Suspects, Arraigned 117 In December – Lagos Police

The Lagos State Police Command says it arrested the suspects for various crimes. The command made the disclosure in its monthly report for December 2022. It implored all residents to be security conscious. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Police Command has arrested about 203 suspects for various crimes ranging from armed robbery, rape, … Read more

Lagos CP Replaces All Officers In Ajah Division After Shooting Incidents

The Lagos CP has replaced all officers in the Ajah Division after shooting incidents. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner of Police (CP) in Lagos State, Abiodun Alabi, has ordered the replacement of all officers attached to the Ajah Division of the Nigeria Police Force. EDITOR’S PICKS  Expect More Impactful Governance In 2023, Sanwo-Olu … Read more

Police Killing: Lagos Govt Delegation Visits Raheem Family, Reiterates Commitment To Justice

Lagos monthly rental scheme set for enforcement

A Lagos government delegation has visited the Raheem family. Eko Hot Blog reports that a delegation sent by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has paid a condolence visit to the family of Bolanle Raheem, the pregnant lawyer who was shot dead by a policeman on Christmas Day. EDITOR’S PICKS My Daughter Was Pregnant With Twins … Read more

My Daughter Was Pregnant With Twins Until Police Killing – Bolanle Raheem’s Mother

Bolanle Raheem’s mother says her daughter was pregnant with twins. Eko Hot Blog reports that the mother of Bolanle Raheem, a lawyer who was shot dead by a police officer in the Ajah area of Lagos has confirmed that the deceased was pregnant with twins. EDITOR’S PICKS Another Police Shooting In Lagos As Officer Kills … Read more

Lagos Govt Promises 25 New Trucks As Police Arrest 146 Robbers, Foil 149 Attacks

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has promised new vehicles for the police to support their security activities within the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has promised to donate 25 new pick-up trucks to Divisional Police formations to assist in quick response to security threats in their areas of operation. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

Burna Boy: IGP Directs Lagos CP To Investigate Nightclub Shooting

IGP has directed CP to investigate Lagos nightclub shooting  …recall, five police escorts attached to Burna Boy, have been arrested for attempted murder earlier EDITOR’S PICK Police Arrest Burna Boy’s Escorts After Shooting 2 People At Lagos Club One Dead, Wedding Guest, Other Injured In Taraba Accident BREAKING: Governor Fintiri Releases Six Inmates On Democracy … Read more

Report Police Officers Wearing Mufti While On Duty – Lagos CP

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Police officers on patrol and stop-and-search duties must appear in approved uniforms The Lagos Command enjoined residents to report sightings of operatives found on duty in mufti EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alabi has urged residents in the state to report any officer who inappropriately dressed. Public Relations … Read more

Lagos CP Beefs Up Security Following MC Oluomo’s Suspension

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MC Oluomo had been queried for refusing to carry out instructions given to him in recent times by the national leadership The state police boss said a directive has been given on the deployment and patrol of all motor parks across the country EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State commissioner of police, Abiodun … Read more