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UPDATE: Deji Adeyanju remanded in prison custody
Political activist, Deji Adeyanju, alongside two others, Daniel Abobama and Boma Williams have been remanded in prison custody after they failed to meet the bail conditions. In a statement signed…
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Police give reasons for arresting Deji Adeyanju
The Nigeria Police Force on Wednesday, November 28, explained why it detained political activist, Deji Adeyanju, alongside two others who were part of a demonstration. Police spokesperson, Jimoh Moshood, said…
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While we call for police reforms, yet another citizen has been killed in Abuja #JusticeForAnita
When Vice President Yemi Osinbajo called for the sack and arrest of former DSS DG, Lawal Daura, Nigerians celebrated, considering the Acting President also called for the reform of the…
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The Late 5: PDP calls for Adeosun’s immediate sack, Buhari reacts to Saraki’s victory at Supreme court and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari has on Saturday reacted to the Supreme Court’s acquittal of the President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, saying…
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Police kill NYSC member, new APC faction emerges and other stories that drove conversation this week
These are the top ten stories that drove conversation this week. France President, Emmanuel Macron Tuesday, visited the New Afrika Shrine, a nightclub in Lagos founded by Nigerian music legend…
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Nigerian Police personnel lament deduction, lateness in payment of their salaries; Minister proposes extra year for graduates to make them employable and other stories that made headlines this week
These are the top ten stories that drove conversation this week. Ahead of next month’s FIFA World Cup in Russia, Nigeria's Super Eagles will take on La Liga club, Atleticó…
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Dear Nigerian Police, isn’t it illegal for any institution to force applicants to disclose their HIV status?
The Nigerian Police force has concluded plans to screen 133,324 candidates shortlisted for recruitment into the force. However some of the stipulated guidelines for the process are in contravention of…
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The Late 5: The Nigerian Police releases pictures of 4 suspects in the Offa bank robbery, INEC spent N100m on Dino Melaye’s recall and other top stories
These are the stories that drove conversation today: The Nigerian Police Force today declared four suspects who participated in the bank robbery incidents in Offa, Kwara on April 4 wanted.…
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The Big 5: Police invite Shehu Sani for questioning in a murder case, Russia warns of dire consequences over Syria and other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today. The governor of Taraba, Darius Ishaku Thursday, said he supports a recent statement made by a former chief of staff, Theophilus…
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The Big 5: IGP Idris suspends withdrawal of policemen attached to VIPs, China promises to hit U.S. with tariffs and other top stories
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has postponed the withdrawal of police officers attached to political and public…
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The Big 5: Nigerian Army, Police trade blame over abduction of 110 Dapchi girls, Trump says he would have run into Florida school unarmed and other stories
These are the top stories you should be monitoring today. The Nigerian Army and the Police Monday, disagreed over who should be blamed for the February 19 abduction of 110…
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The Nigerian Police yet again displays its incompetence
Within five minutes of speaking without a script, the Nigeria Police on Tuesday, through its national spokesperson, Mr Jimoh Moshood, showed clearly why it would take more than semantics of…
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Police have a different version of Praiz’ claim of SARS harassment
The harassment allegation made against men of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) by a Nigerian artiste, Praise Adejo known as Praiz, has attracted the wrath of the Nigerian Police, Lagos Command. Reference: Praiz was…
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2019: IGP Idris gives another directive that will be grossly ignored
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Idris on Wednesday, warned Police Officers against 'aiding' political actors in 2019. The police chief urged police personnel to be professional and steadfast. He…
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PCRC in Cross River explain why the #EndSARS campaign is wrong
Members of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) in Cross River on Wednesday, held a peaceful rally in support of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), saying the unit has helped…
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Falana talks about #EndSARS but leaves out an important issue
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana says the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is made up of members of the armed forces who have undergone training to kill. Falana…
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“We cannot throw away the bathwater with the baby” | Mike Okiro explains how SARS was created and why
The former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Mbama Okiro, the current Chairman, Police Service Commission in an interview with Daily Trust, has reacted to the controversies making rounds about the Special Anti-Robbery…
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Burna Boy finally submits self to Police for the case of Mr 2kay’s robbery
Nigerian dancehall singer, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy, on Friday submitted himself to the Lagos State Police Command to explain his side of the story on his alleged…
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[The Activism Blog] Don’t reform SARS, scrap it!
Respite is yet to come the way of the Nigerian Police Force State Anti-Robbery Squad SARS unit as demands for the scrapping of the once efficient unit is now heightened.…
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#EndSARS: Police arrest 32 Operatives
As the #EndSARS campaign begins to die down, TheCable reports that at least 32 operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) are in detention. Highlights: The arrested officers were moved…
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Police arrest 4 ‘badoo boys’ for allegedly killing woman, son, pastor
The Nigerian Police, Lagos Command, has arrested two suspected members of a ritual cult, Badoo, in connection with the killing of a woman, Beatrice Alaba, and her son, David, at Temu village,…
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#EndSARS: Police react to planned nationwide protest
The Nigerian Police Force has said they would not disrupt the planned nationwide protest by Nigerians as citizens have fundamental rights to expression and association. “We respect the rights of…
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The Late 5: UTME registration begins, Police confirm bomb threat and, other stories
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. As the convention for PDP draws close, some of the members have claimed that 'elements' in Buhari's government intend to…
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Police confirms threat to bomb FCT, 6 other states
The Nigerian Police Force have confirmed the threat to attack the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and six other states in the country. Background: The United States and United Kingdom missions…
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“I wholeheartedly support Nigerians in the call for #EndSARS” – Governor Dankwambo
The Governor of Gombe, Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo has lent his support to the #EndSARS campaign. Background: The #EndSARS campaign began on social media after tales of Operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad…
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#FreeMotoni: SARS arrest BudgIT officer for sensitising Niger communities on proposed projects
An Officer working with BudgIT has been arrested and detained after he organised people in Niger to sensitise them on proposed projects (the budget) - which most likely have not…
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The Late 5: Rochas Okorocha’s controversial appointment, Kiss Daniel’s legal battle and, other top stories
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. The governor of Imo, Rochas Okorocha appointed his sister, Mrs Ogechi Ololo as a commissioner. But that's not all. The…
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The originator of the #EndSARS campaign is being investigated – Police
The Nigerian Police Public Relations Officer, Jimoh Moshood says politicians are behind the #EndSARS campaign. Why it matters: Nigerians took to social media to condemn regular and brutal intimidation of…
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The Late 5: Makarfi and his 2019 ambition, Police order on SARS’ re-organisation and, other stories
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. The Chairman of the Caretaker Committee of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Makarfi has hinted at his possible candidacy…
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#EndSARS: Police IG orders immediate restructuring of SARS
As calls for the scrapping of the Nigerian Police Special Unit, Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) intensifies, the Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has ordered the immediate re-organisation of the notorious unit.…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy