Four people, including three police officers and a female suspect, tragically died in a road accident in Ore, the administrative headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area, Ondo State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the crash occurred on Thursday when a speeding trailer driver lost control, crossed the road median, and collided with a police van … Read more
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the dismissal of 18 senior police officers, including 10 Assistant Superintendents, four Deputy Superintendents, two Chief Superintendents, and one Superintendent. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that PSC sanctioned the demotion of 19 senior officers, comprising one Assistant Commissioner of Police, one Chief Superintendent, two Superintendents, two Deputy Superintendents, and … 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
The Police on Friday announced that three dismissed officers from the Kwara State Command have been charged to court following their misconduct and corrupt actions that led to the death of a student from Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola. The officers, Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Samuel, and Sergeant Oni Philip, face charges … Read more
Authorities in Lagos have summoned three police officers for questioning following allegations of extorting one million naira from corps members. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking Champions League Career EKO HOT BLOG reports that these claims surfaced after … Read more
Five police officers who were providing security during the Edo State governorship election have tragically lost their lives in a road accident. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed that the accident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday along the Zaria-Kano Road near Karfi Village by the Trailer Park. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele … Read more
The Management of the Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced plans to introduce written examinations as a prerequisite for promotion within the Nigerian Police Force. This initiative aims to enhance the quality and capacity of personnel management in the force. The Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), disclosed this during a meeting with … Read more
Following a football match in Split, Croatia, clashes erupted between fans and authorities, resulting in over 50 arrests and at least three police officers hospitalized. The violence stemmed from supporters of Hajduk Split storming the field after their team’s loss. Croatian officials, including Split’s mayor, condemned the incident, highlighting ongoing challenges with hooliganism in Balkan … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a violent incident has occurred in Ikpeshi, Akoko-Edo local government area of Edo state, resulting in the tragic deaths of two riot policemen. It was gathered that two other officers were brutally injured in the incident, reportedly sparked by a collision involving a Toyota Hilux vehicle from the convoy of former … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fayoade Adegoke, has said that no police officer is permitted to search the phones of any Nigerian. He noted that the Police Force had a cyber section responsible for that, adding that if a police officer suspected anything, they would take the person to … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun has disbanded officers who ran over handcuffed man in Edo Outrage trailed a viral video showing some police officers running over a handcuffed man with a Sienna vehicle on Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Ekpoma, Edo state. The victim was handcuffed by a … Read more
The National Industrial Court has arrested Inspector General of Police, Mr Usman Alkali, and Force Secretary, AIG Hafeez Inuwa. The order was made for disobeying a court order reinstating police officers. The officers complained that the order was not obeyed since April 19, 2022. The case is adjourned to October 9, 2023. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Residents in Rivers revealed that police officers fled during gunmen’s attack on travellers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that some officers of the Nigeria Police Force reportedly took to their heels on Wednesday night when unknown gunmen attacked travellers in a community in Rivers State. This online media platform learnt that the hoodlums ambushed vehicles travelling … 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
The Assistant Inspector General of Police has said more officers will be promoted if they behave well EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Police Service Commission (PSC) is presently considering promoting more officers in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) but is looking at gallant and well-behaved personnel. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Pastor Enenche Drops … Read more
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The Inspector-General of Police, has expressed concern about police officers not wearing the proper uniform while on patrol. Muyiwa Adejobi, the acting police spokesperson, announced the new directive in a statement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Usman Baba, the Inspector-General of Police, has expressed concern about police officers not wearing the proper uniform … Read more
Lagosians were on Thursday thrown into panic as police officers clashed with tricycle riders in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that there was heavy tension in the Meiran area of Lagos State on Thursday following a clash between policemen and tricycle operators in the area. According to Newsonline, eyewitnesses disclosed that chaos began … Read more
Details of the invasion remain sketchy as of the time of writing this report. Gunshots rented the atmosphere in the early hours of Monday at Balogun International market, Alaba, Ojo, Lagos, as police officers from Area E, Festac, invaded the market. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the policemen shot indiscriminately as traders scampered for safety. … Read more