CSP Benjamin Hundeyin appointed as new Police PRO Holds degrees in English, Criminology, and trained in civil-military coordination Replaces DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi after redeployment The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force. … Read more
The Labour Party LP presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi says the restriction on the distribution of palliatives will discourage Nigerians and organisations from carrying out their charity work. EKO HOT BLOG recalls that many persons died and several others injured in multiple stampedes in Anambra and the FCT during the distribution … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a stern warning against unorganized distribution of palliatives and relief items in the country during this festive period. Egbetokun gave the warning while reacting to the recent stampede in Oyo, Anambra and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. This was disclosed in a statement by the Public … Read more
A woman identified as Olamide Thomas, who allegedly threatened Seyi Tinubu with death threat on social media, was on Friday, arraigned at a Federal High Court in Abuja. She was arraigned by the office of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, before Justice Emeka Nwite on a three-count charge. According to an online platform, DAILY … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has announced the immediate deployment of Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) to lead Police Zonal Commands in Zones 1, 4, and 9, along with the appointment of a new AIG for the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was made … Read more
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed an investigation into the boat accident that occurred in Kogi State on Friday, which is feared to have claimed the lives of many passengers. In a statement on Saturday, Force spokesman Olumuyiwa Adejobi confirmed that the IGP had tasked the Force Marine Officer with leading … Read more
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has prohibited the Western Nigeria Security Network, also known as Amotekun, and the Vigilante Corps from participating in the upcoming Ondo governorship election. The election, scheduled for November 16, 2024, will feature candidates from at least 17 political parties. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Force Spokesman, … Read more
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has instructed all police officers across the country to wear black bands throughout the seven-day mourning period in tribute to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. The presidency confirmed on Wednesday that Lagbaja, aged 56, passed away after a battle with an undisclosed illness. … Read more
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has deployed additional detectives to Benue State to assist in rescuing the kidnapped medical students. The students, 20 in total, from the University of Maiduguri and the University of Jos, were abducted on Thursday evening while traveling along the Otukpo/Otukpa/Enugu road. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday, August 6, said that no protester was subjected to excessive force by the police, military, or other security agencies during the management of the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Egbetokun made this statement at a meeting of security agency heads in Abuja, adding that neither … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has said that intelligence available to the Nigeria Police revealed that the August 1 planned protest is targeted at unleashing mayhem in the country. Egbetokun made this revelation in a statement on Thursday in Abuja, saying that the mayhem was targeted on the polity, innocent citizens, markets, stores, private … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Monday directed senior police officers to protect participants of the planned #EndBadGovernance protest slated for August 1 to 10, 2024. Egbetokun issued this directive in response to a request from human rights lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa. EDITOR’S PICK Exercise Caution, We’re Open To … Read more
The House and Senate approved the Police Act Amendment Bill to ensure the IGP remains in office until the end of their appointed term, enhancing police accountability and modernizing methods. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the House of Representatives on Tuesday approved the Police Act Amendment Bill, allowing the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to remain … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday, announced that his officers would stay at the Rivers State Local Government secretariats until the court resolves the local government chairmen tenure extension crisis. Recall that a clash on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, the state capital, over the tenure of Local Government … Read more
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
FIJ is known for its daring investigative reports. The police recently invited the chairman of the publication’s board of trustees. The force has now arrested a FIJ reporter. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Inspector General of Police has arrested Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist with the Foundation for Investigative … Read more
CP Tunji Disu has been rewarded for his “outstanding dedication to duty” and “outstanding performance”. The Rivers CP was named as the top police commissioner in Nigeria by his colleagues. He won the award at the at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Police Awards. Eko Hot Blog reports that Monday evening was a big … Read more
IGP Kayode Egbetokun presented N1.59 billion in cheques to 727 families of deceased police officers. Funds were disbursed for group life insurance, life assurance balance payments, and full group life assurance in 2022/2023. This marks the fifth batch of disbursement under the IGP’s tenure, totaling over N7 billion to 2,000 families for life assurance and … Read more
Bright Osayi-Samuel was hailed as a hero for defending his team against enraged Trabzonspor supporters after their defeat. He knocked down a pitch invader while protecting a female officer, earning praise from fans and football agents. Despite the brawl, Fenerbahce players celebrated their victory in the dressing room after a tumultuous match. Eko hot … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that A civil society organization, Rising-Up for a United Nigeria (RUN), has issued a stern warning to individuals and groups engaged in unwarranted attacks on the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Kayode Egbetokun. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In … Read more