In a landmark move for urban security, the Federal Government has officially commissioned a ₦40.17 billion state-of-the-art CCTV Control Centre for the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. Inaugurated by the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, the solar-powered facility provides 24/7 real-time surveillance of both the bridge surface and surrounding underwater areas to curb traffic violations, speeding, and security threats Speaking during the Sunday inauguration, Minister of Works David Umahi highlighted that the ₦40.17 billion surveillance hub is the culmination of extensive structural and pavement rehabilitations initiated in…
Category: Police
DPO Wakili Engages Church Congregation on Security, Parental Responsibility
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of D Division, Bauchi, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Ahmed Mohammed Wakili, has continued his community engagement drive with a visit to the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) LCC Couch Railway within his jurisdiction. The visit underscored the DPO’s commitment to community policing, safety, and inclusive engagement with residents as a strategy to curb crime and enhance public trust in the police. Addressing members of the congregation, CSP Wakili appealed for their cooperation and support, stressing that effective security can…
Dozens of suspected ‘Black Axe’ crime ring members arrested in Spain
According to the Reuters,”Police in Spain have arrested 34 people in a nationwide operation against an international crime ring known as “Black Axe” on accusations of fraud, money laundering and document forgery, Europol said on Friday. ” Black Axe originated in Nigeria as a student confraternity in the late 1970s and has since evolved into a structured, violent criminal organization dealing mainly in cyber-enabled financial crime. ” The arrests were carried out across several Spanish provinces from Seville in the south to Barcelona in the northeast with support from Europol,…
Tragedy Averted: Family Narrowly Escapes Fatal Crash Involving Tomato Truck on Otedola Bridge
A major tragedy was averted on Thursday, January 9, 2026, when a minitruck carrying tomatoes lost control due to brake failure on Otedola Bridge. The accident, which happened around noon, resulted in no fatalities. However, eyewitnesses at the scene reported that the truck veered off its lane and rammed into several vehicles on the bridge. Widely regarded as one of Lagos’ most dangerous corridors, Otedola Bridge is defined by a lethal combination of steep gradients and frequent mechanical failures. Today’s incident adds another chapter to the bridge’s alarming record of…
Police Halt Tinted Glass Enforcement After Court Order
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has halted its tinted glass permit crackdown across the federation, citing the need to adhere to a standing judicial directive. The Force has suspended its nationwide tinted glass permit enforcement, which was originally slated to commence on Friday, January 2, 2026. According to a statement released on Thursday, January 1, by Force Spokesperson CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the NPF has suspended the policy indefinitely. The pause remains in effect pending the hearing of the substantive suit or the vacation of the interim court order. However, following…
Ondo: Gunmen Raze Police Station in New Year’s Eve Attack
A New Year Eve attack by approximately 20 to 30 suspected terrorists left the Ipele Divisional Police Station in Owo LGA razed by explosives and gunfire at the eve of New Year, precisely as the locals were preparing for ”cross over prayers” when the attack happened.Although, no lives were lost, the attack caused widespread pandemonium, forcing residents to flee into the bush and disrupting crossover church services. The Ondo State Police Command has since deployed tactical units and EOD teams to restore order and launch a manhunt for the perpetrators.…
Arrest Warrant Issued for Ondo Commissioner in Magistrate Assault Case
An Akure Magistrate’s Court has ordered the immediate arrest and remand of Seun Osamaye, Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs, for the alleged physical and verbal assault of Chief Magistrate Temitope Alphonso. Presiding Magistrate Damilola Sekoni issued the warrant on December 31, 2025, after rejecting a medical report submitted by the defense to explain Osamaye’s absence, describing it as ‘unsatisfactory.’ The case, which stems from a confrontation at the Ministry of Women Affairs, has been adjourned until January 12, 2026. However, it began as a routine official visit to the…
Scores Feared Dead as Armed Assault Upends Peace in Shanga, Kebbi
A wave of terror gripped the Gebbe community in Shanga Local Government Area of Kebbi State following a sudden, lethal assault by gunmen that left numerous residents dead and scores of others injured. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants struck unexpectedly, firing sporadically and triggering a mass exodus as families fled into nearby bushes and neighbouring villages for safety. While the exact death toll remains unconfirmed due to the scale of the displacement, local sources describe the attack as “unprecedented” for the historically peaceful area. Confirming the attack, the Kebbi State…
Crude Oil Bunkering Crackdown: Tantita Security Intercepts MT Thor, Apprehends Suspects at Koko Port.
In a decisive blow to maritime crime, Delta State authorities confirmed on Saturday, December 27, 2025, the seizure of a vessel and the arrest of four suspects. The operation marks a significant milestone in the ongoing crackdown on large-scale crude oil theft within the region. The MT Thor, allegedly laden with stolen crude, was intercepted by Tantita security. Four suspects found on board face a high-stakes investigation by the Inter-Agency Task Force into charges of economic sabotage. However, in a significant move against maritime crime, Tantita Security (TSSNL) formally handed…
$400K Bust: Ghana-Nigeria Cyber Ring Smashed After Defrauding 200
As part of an INTERPOL-coordinated, continent-wide cybercrime operation, Ghanaian authorities have dismantled a major fraud network operating across Ghana and Nigeria. The syndicate defrauded more than 200 victims of over $400,000. Uncovered during Operation Sentinel, the investigation focused on business email compromise, digital extortion, and ransomware. These activities were identified as growing threats in the 2025 Africa Cyber Threat Assessment Report issued by INTERPOL. The syndicate employed sophisticated websites and mobile applications to impersonate well-known fast-food brands. They successfully collected online payments from unsuspecting customers but consistently failed to deliver…