Crime

Police Arrest Man Attempting to Carjack Taxi Driver in Lagos

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2 years ago

June 19, 2024

A 35-year-old man has been apprehended by the Lagos State Police Command for attempting to snatch a taxi from its driver in a violent altercation, as confirmed by Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s spokesperson.

The incident, reported to the Alausa Police Division on June 11 at approximately 1:40 a.m., involved the taxi driver recounting his ordeal. According to Hundeyin, the driver stated that around 1:20 a.m. on June 11, while servicing the Chevron area of Ajah, he was flagged down by the suspect under the guise of being a passenger.

The driver recounted that the suspect requested a trip to the Shrine in Agidigbi, Alausa, Ikeja. Upon reaching Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way near 7UP in Alausa Ikeja, the suspect seated beside him suddenly brandished a knife from his bag, attempting to forcibly take control of the driver’s Toyota Camry.

During the struggle to thwart the carjacking attempt, the driver sustained a deep knife wound on his hand. He managed to raise an alarm, prompting nearby citizens to intervene, forcing the suspect to flee. The Anti-Crime team from the Alausa police division later pursued and apprehended the suspect.

“The suspect was taken into custody along with the vehicle as evidence, pending further investigation,” Hundeyin confirmed.

The police spokesperson emphasized that the investigation into the incident is ongoing as authorities seek to gather more details about the motive behind the attempted carjacking and ensure justice is served.

Crime

Police Advise Nigerians to Stay Calm, Avoid Resistance During Criminal Attacks

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2 days ago

January 14, 2026

By Sarah Sam Adda

The Nigeria Police Force has advised Nigerians to remain calm and avoid resisting criminals during attacks, urging citizens to prioritise their safety over material possessions.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, gave the advice on Tuesday during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television, noting that calmness in dangerous situations could save lives.
“In the unfortunate event that you find yourself among criminals, do not struggle or fight. Stay calm and save your life first,” Hundeyin said, adding that the police would pursue and arrest the perpetrators.
He also disclosed that the police have recorded successes against criminal syndicates, including the arrest of suspects linked to “One-Chance” gangs in Abuja and the murder of a lawyer in the Federal Capital Territory, with the victim’s phone recovered.
Hundeyin reassured Nigerians of the force’s commitment to tackling crime and improving public safety nationwide.

Crime

Rivers Police Arrest Suspect Over Killing of 25-Year-Old Woman After ₦210,000 Ransom

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3 days ago

January 13, 2026

By Omoniyi David

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, Goodnews Iberi, in connection with the kidnapping and killing of a 25-year-old woman, Rita Eleonu, after her family paid a ₦210,000 ransom.
Iberi, an indigene of Rumuakunde community in Emohua Local Government Area, was arrested following investigations into the victim’s disappearance. Eleonu was from Rumuekini community in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.
Confirming the arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the suspect and his accomplices, who are still at large, allegedly lured the victim to a forest along the Emohua axis of the East–West Road.
Police said the suspects demanded and received ransom from the family but had already killed the woman before contacting them. Iberi was arrested at his hideout on January 8, 2026, and reportedly confessed during interrogation, leading officers to the location where the victim’s remains were recovered.
SP Iringe-Koko said efforts were ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang, assuring that all those involved would be brought to justice.

Crime

Expose Me If I’ve Ever Taken a Bribe, EFCC Chair Dares Nigerians

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5 days ago

January 12, 2026

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By Olokuta Rofiat

EFCC Chairman Mr. Ola Olukoyede has publicly challenged Nigerians to provide evidence if he has ever accepted a bribe, emphasizing his commitment to integrity and accountability.

Speaking at an event in Abuja, Olukoyede invited citizens, civil society groups, and the media to “expose me if I’ve ever received bribe from you,” insisting no unlawful payments have been made to him during his tenure.

He also addressed ongoing investigations, including the high-profile case involving former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, clarifying that he inherited the matter and that the commission is acting without personal or political bias.

Olukoyede’s remarks come amid heightened public scrutiny of corruption and anti-graft agencies in Nigeria.

He reaffirmed that no corrupt practice will be tolerated within the EFCC, citing past dismissals and prosecutions of staff for misconduct.