The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the allegations of police culpability during the August 1 #EndBadGovernance protests. The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Adejobi said the move was in response to a report by Amnesty International accusing the … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has tasked the Special Intervention Squad, SIS, of the Nigeria Police to deal decisively with criminals. He specifically directed the SIS to deal decisively with terrorists, bandits and other violent groups threatening the peace and unity of the country. Egbetokun gave the order on Monday at the graduation of … Read more
The Nigerian Police have clarified that their request for protest organizers’ details is a standard procedure to ensure safety and effective communication, not an attempt to undermine constitutional rights. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Police Force has clarified its stance on the request for details of Nigerians planning to participate in the proposed nationwide … Read more
IGP Confirms INTERPOL’s Involvement in Recapturing Escaped Binance Executive Nigeria Faces Surge in Kidnapping and Murder Cases in Recent Weeks Police Adopt Proactive Strategy, Leveraging Technology and Intelligence Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has given assurances that the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) is close to re-arresting Nadeem … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Abdulrahman Akano, has reportedly died. Akano’s demise was confirmed in a statement on Tuesday on behalf of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, who expressed his sympathy with the bereaved family. EDITOR’S PICKS APC Wins In Ekiti Local Government Election, Secures … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, is taking bold steps to reshape police operations in Nigeria. Egbetokun plans to withdraw Police Mobile Force personnel from VIP escort and guard duties, reallocating them to more essential security roles. In a meeting with Squadron leaders and Tactical Commanders on Monday, Egbetokun … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the acting Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) Olukayode Egbetokun says the Nigeria Police Force will not partner with the outlawed group. Egbetokun made this known on Friday during his maiden conference with members of the Police Management Team at the Goodluck Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines … Read more