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Police rescues 4 from mob action at Ile Zik, Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway (WATCH)
One of the RRS patrolling officers around Ile-Zik reported, around 10:30 a.m. the discovery of an object suspected to be flesh around the area. The Commander, ACP Tunji Disu, deployed…
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RRS confirms rescue of Igbonla pupils, say they’re on their way to Lagos
It was earlier reported that the kidnapped Igbonla school pupils, with the intervention of the Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, were released today. The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) has…
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RRS nabs 2 men for cable theft in Lagos
Operatives of Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command in separate incidences yesterday arrested two suspects over the vandalisation of cable and transformer. The suspects, Oladele Elegbede,…
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RRS arrests prophet for defrauding corps member
by Dolapo Adelana Men of the Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos State Police Command has arrested one, Moses Edwin, a prophet in one of the orthodox churches on Friday. arrested…
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RRS arrests man for impersonating Lagos Land Use officer
by Dolapo Adelana Operatives of Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos State Police Command has arrested, Olaitan Shofolahan, 37, for impersonating officials of the Lagos State Land Use Charge. Shofolahan,…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
by Dolapo Adelana These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. Ile-Ife crisis: Why we arrested only Yoruba suspects – IGP The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, on…
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RRS stops 58-year-old woman from jumping into Lagos lagoon
by Dolapo Adelana The Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos Police Command has averted a suicide attempt at the Lagos lagoon. The operatives at about 11:25am prevented, Mrs. Taiwo Momoh,…
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RRS stops attempted kidnap of 2-year-old boy
Operatives of Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command at the weekend arrested Suleiman Seidu, 33, for attempting to kidnap a two-year-old boy, Chimdi Udwu, in the…
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RRS arrests 5 traffic robbers in Lagos
The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command has arrested five in-traffic robbery suspects in different parts of the metropolis. The suspects were apprehended during a special…
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How undergraduate duped 33 men via Instagram
No fewer than 33 men have been duped by a 100-level part-time student of a journalism institute, The Punch reports. The 22-year-old undergraduate, Falope Oluwole, who has been arrested by the…
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RRS uncovers fake Embassy, arrests 4 suspects
Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have uncovered a fake embassy and arrested four persons including two Chinese nationals, The operatives, led by RRS Commander, ACP Olatunji Disu, stormed…
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Eye on Ambode: Governor increases death insurance benefit of police officers who die in service to N10m, more
On this week's edition of Eye on Ambode, we bring to you a recap of the activities of the Lagos state governor this past week. Recall that three weeks ago…
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Eye on Ambode: Lagos state wins Security Watch Africa award and more
This was one activity-filled week for the Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode signalling a progressive, proactive government. Last Saturday, Governor Ambode paid a condolence visit to the family of late…
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RRS arrests man for blackmailing females with nude pictures
The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man, Michael Atanda, who has been threatening to expose nude pictures of four ladies on…
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Woman tries to jump off Third Mainland Bridge with 12 month old baby
A nursing mother and mother of four identified as Halimat Adegoke almost jumped over the Third Mainland bridge to her death with her 12 months old baby yesterday evening but…
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Terrible: ‘Area Boys’ attack LASTMA officials in Lagos, many injured
by S'ola Filani File photo Street urchins yesterday took laws into their hands by attacking officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) in Ojota, Ikorodu Road. According…
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Angry mob blocks hospital ward with coffin in Lagos (PHOTO)
There was pandemonium at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Idi-Araba, Lagos, on Monday June 24, 2013, following a breakdown of law and order at the Federal health institution’s Accident…
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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
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