Sanwo-Olu has met the IGP, vowing that there will be no cover-up in the investigation and prosecution of the murder of Bolanle Raheem. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said there would be no cover-up in the investigation and prosecution of the culprit(s) involved in the murder of the late … Read more
IGP has revealed that new recruits will be deployed for the 2023 elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali Baba, has said that the force would deploy newly recruited constables to monitor the 2023 general elections across local government areas. The police boss noted this while speaking at … Read more
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
IGP has reacted to the killing of the Lagos lawyer; Bolanle Raheem. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba has described the Christmas day killing of a Lagos lawyer, Bolanle Raheem as sad and unfortunate. The IGP in a statement on Monday released by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa … Read more
IGP Usman Baba is set to face another contempt proceeding over an alleged breach of a citizen’s fundamental human right. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a fresh contempt proceeding has been brought against the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Alkali Baba Usman. Usman may be committed to jail over an alleged breach of a citizen’s … Read more
IPOB has declared that the Police IG, Usman Baba is ‘unfit to end insecurity.’ EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has fired back at the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Usman Baba, Saying that he is “unfit to end insecurity” in the country. Recall that the IGP had on Wednesday described … Read more
IGP has blamed Politicians and secessionists for attacks on INEC facilities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba Alkali has attributed the attacks on INEC facilities in to some politicians and secessionist groups in the South East and South West. IGP spoke at the commencement of an investigative hearing … Read more
A Court has nullified the conviction of IGP Usman Alkali Baba for contempt. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified its November 29, 2022, order committing the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba, to prison for contempt. Justice Bolaji Olajuwon, in a ruling on Wednesday, held that there was … Read more
Three men hacked a POS platform to steal N16 million. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arrested three suspects for hacking a Point of Sale (POS) platform to steal N16 million in Oyo State. EDITOR’S PICKS Court Finds Trump’s Company Guilty Of Tax Fraud 2023: Buhari Directs Army To Maintain … Read more
The IGP has deployed armed operatives ahead of the resumption of operations at the Abuja-Kaduna Rail. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, has ordered the deployment of armed personnel to safeguard the Abuja-Kaduna rail services. EDITOR’S PICKS World Cup: England Cruise Past Senegal To Reach Quarter-finals Abuja-Kaduna Rail To … Read more
By Praise Ben Since its independence in 1960, Nigeria’s electoral history and democratic development have frequently contained ‘violence’. The time leading up to, during, and following elections always sees an escalation of different forms of this threatening act across the nation. The country’s electoral body, the Independent National Electoral Commission, has already begun to … Read more
The police have explained why the IGP did not obey a court ruling. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Police Force has denied disregarding a court ruling. EDITOR’S PICKS Court Sends Police IG, Usman Baba To Prison {See Why} Lake Chad Basin: Buhari Seeks Tighter Security Around Borders Amid Arms Proliferation World Cup: US … Read more
IGP has given an update on a possible terror attack in Abuja. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali Baba, has said the terror alerts issued by the United Kingdom and the United States were blown out of proportion. The country’s number one police officer stated this on Thursday during … Read more
The IGP has said there are no imminent threats in Abuja as the Police released emergency numbers nationwide. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has assured Nigerian residents of adequate security and prompt emergency responses. EDITOR’S PICKS “There’s An Elevated Risk Of Terror Attacks In Abuja” – US … Read more
IGP, top officers meet over insecurity Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Usman Baba is meeting with top police officers in Abuja over security concerns. EDITORS PICK JUST IN: Drama As Masquerades Invade Church, Flog Pastor, Worshippers BREAKING: Two Passes Away As Cholera Hits Repentant Terrorists Camp BREAKING: NDLEA Intercepts 18 … Read more
PSC Chairman Musiliu Smith Resigns Amid Recruitment Crisis EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of Police Service Commission (PSC), Musiliu Smith has resigned his position. It was gathered that the Board of the Commission asked Smith to resign and he accepted. EDITOR’S PICK [2023: Peter Obi Finally Breaks Silence On Alleged … Read more
No Threat To Nigeria’s 2023 Elections – IGP EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali Baba, has declared that there is no security threat to the conduct of the 2023 general elections in the country. The IGP made this known while addressing the United Nations Chiefs of Police … Read more
IGP Warns Against Attacks On Police Officers EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, on Monday, said attacks on police officers on official duties will no longer be tolerated. He also ordered all police commands and formations to ensure immediate prosecution of anyone who assaults policemen regardless of the … Read more
Bandits Reportedly Abduct Senior Police Officers At Kogi-Abuja Highway EKO HOT BLOG reports that bandits have reportedly kidnapped two senior police intelligence officers travelling along the highway between Abuja and Kogi during the week. According to Peoples Gazette, the officers were on a critical investigation assignment to Kogi when bandits abducted them on … Read more
Suspect Reveals Why He Wants To Eliminate Former House Of Reps Speaker, Dogara EKO HOT BLOG reports that one of the suspects arrested for planning to assassinate a former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has given reasons why he decided to carry out such activities. This online media platform recalls … Read more