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Amnesty International, others demand justice over police killing in Lagos
Civil society organisations and prominent Nigerians have condemned the killing of a Nigerian, Kolade Johnson, in Lagos and demanded prosecution of the police officers involved in the incident.
President Buhari orders total overhaul of SARS
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered a total overhaul of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).
Police fault artiste Praiz over alleged harassment by SARS
The harassment allegation made against men of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad by a rhythm and blues artiste, Praise Adejo, aka Praiz, has attracted the wrath of the Lagos State Police Command.
2019: IGP Ibrahim Idris warns officers against unethical conduct
The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Ibrahim Idris, on Tuesday warned officers of the Nigeria Police Force against unethical conduct during the 2019 general elections.
Why Nigeria police created SARS – Ex-IGP Mike Okiro
The former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro, has revealed why the Nigeria Police Force set up the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).
Governor Wike behind #EndSARS campaign – Dakuku Peterside
The Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, has accused Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State of being behind the #EndSARS campaign against the Special Anti Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police.
How crime rate dropped in Rivers – SARS
In spite the #EndSARS debate by Nigerians, Mr Akin Fakorode, the Commander of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Rivers, says crime rate has dropped to the barest minimum in the upland region of the state.
Senate begins probe of SARS
The Senate on Tuesday resolved to investigate the activities of the special anti-robbery squad (SARS).
Protesters lock horns over #EndSARS nationwide
Nationwide demonstrations were held yesterday for and against proscription of the Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) over which opinion is divided.
Coalition holds #EndSARS rallies nationwide on Monday
A coalition of civic groups will, on Monday, hold rallies nationwide to press home their demand for the dismantling of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad by the police authorities for high-handedness.
Nigeria Police launch #SupportSARS campaign
The police have launched #SupportSARS campaign in a bid to check the massive opposition to the state anti-robbery squad (SARS).
House of Reps spokesman Abdulrazak Namdas accuses Police PRO of blackmail
Abdulrazak Namdas, spokesman of the house of representatives, has accused Jimoh Moshood, force public relations officer, of blackmail.
Nigeria Police defend SARS against brutality accusations
A police official defended a unit of the Nigeria Police Force that has been accused of human rights violations, saying many claims of brutality were unfounded and the country needed to be defended against violent crime.
Police release held BudgIT staff Moses Motoni
The police have released Moses Motoni, a tracking officer of BudgIT, a civic tech organisation.
Senator Isa Misau backs calls for SARS scrapping
Senator Isa Misau, Bauchi-APC, on Tuesday lent his voice to the trending social media outcry against the activities of the Nigeria Police Force’s Special Anti-robbery Squad, SARS.
Politicians behind #EndSARS campaign – FPRO
Jimoh Moshood, force public relations officer, says “mischievous” politicians are behind the #EndSARS campaign.
#ENDSARS: IGP Ibrahim Idris orders restructuring of SARS
The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has ordered the immediate re-organisation of Police Special Anti-Robbery Squad following the public outcry against the squad.
Three million jobs lost under President Buhari in 2 years – Ex-VP Atiku Abubakar
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejoined the opposition Peoples Democratic Party PDP which he helped found some years ago, saying he took the decision after due consultations with party leaders and stakeholders nationwide.
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Enugu government approves recruitment of 1,500 additional teachers
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has approved and directed the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB) to recruit additional 1,500 primary school teachers to enhance basic education in the state.
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AfDB approves Central Africa’s regional integration plan
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NAF to mark 55th anniversary April 22
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) will deploy aircraft, military equipment and personnel in Abuja during rehearsals for its 55th Anniversary celebration.
Edo acting governor urges corps members to avoid unnecessary journeys
The Edo State acting governor, Philip Shaibu, has urged corps members posted to the state to avoid unnecessary journeys in order to stay alive and serve the nation during their service year.
Niger Delta youths plan grand reception for Minister Kachikwu
Youths of the Niger Delta, under the auspices of Niger Delta Youth Coalition for Peace and Process (NDYCPP), are fine-tuning arrangements to host Ibe Kachukwu, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, to a grand reception.
UTME: Three docked for double registration
The police in Ibadan on Thursday arraigned three persons in an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court for alleged double registration in the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board.
Akure landlords petition NBC over location of radio station
Landlords of Alagbaka/Police headquarters areas of Akure, the Ondo state capital have petitioned the Nigeria Broadcasting Commission(NBC) for sitting a Frequency Modulation (FM) station within their domain without recourse to laws guiding its establishment.