Crime

United for the Forest: Security Agencies Back NFSS

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6 months ago

May 11, 2025

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By Oso Abidemi

In a strategic move to strengthen national security and tackle rising criminal activities in forest regions, top security agencies in Nigeria have pledged robust collaboration with the Nigeria Forest Security Service (NFSS).

The Nigeria Police Force, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), gave their nod during the graduation ceremony of NFSS operatives trained in intelligence, surveillance, and provost duties in Abuja.

Speaking at the event, Commissioner of Police for the FCT, Ajao Adewale, described the forest security initiative as a bold step in complementing existing security structures.

He emphasized that effective policing, especially in forested and mountainous terrains like those surrounding Abuja, must be intelligence-driven and collectively executed.

“We commend your initiative. Security is not a solo effort. Collaboration is key,” Adewale said, calling for data-driven and ethical policing in support of safer communities.

NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Retd), represented by Deputy Director of Operations, Kayode Raji, lauded NFSS for prioritizing intelligence and conflict management.

He assured continued cooperation, stressing the need for synergy between NFSS and NDLEA in combating drug-related crimes.

NSCDC FCT Commandant, Olusola Odumosun, echoed similar sentiments, praising NFSS for its dedication to safeguarding lives and properties in remote areas.

NFSS Commander-General, Dr. Joshua Osatimehin, said the training was part of a larger strategy to build a disciplined, efficient, and collaborative task force capable of policing Nigeria’s vast forests.

He revealed that key security outfits including the DSS and military also contributed to the training.

“We are graduating stronger and more strategic,” Osatimehin declared, urging NFSS officers to keep working hand-in-hand with sister agencies to defeat crime nationwide.

The renewed alliance signals a significant step toward unified, intelligence-led security operations across Nigeria’s vulnerable hinterlands.

Crime

Gunmen Kill Two, Abduct One in Nasarawa Community

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5 hours ago

November 7, 2025

By Patrick Idowu

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have killed two persons and abducted one in Sarkin Noma community, Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.

Residents said the attackers struck around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, shooting sporadically before escaping with their victim.

A resident, Innocent, described the attack as part of recurring incidents in the area and appealed to authorities to strengthen security to protect lives and property.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has yet to comment on the latest attack. Sarkin Noma is located in the insecurity-prone Kadarko electoral ward of Keana LGA.

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FCT Police Rescue 23 Foreign Nationals, Arrest 14 Kidnappers in Nasarawa

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1 week ago

October 31, 2025

By Onilede Titi Faith

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Police Command has rescued 23 foreign nationals and arrested 14 suspected kidnappers during a major operation in Nasarawa State.

Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, said in a statement on Friday that the operation, carried out by the Scorpion Squad on October 22 at Angwan Adamu Ruga Fulani Zone B, Ado Mararaba, followed reports of foreigners lured to Nigeria under false job offers.

The victims, 14 men, eight women, and one child were held for ransom in two apartments before being rescued unhurt, except one who sustained a minor injury.

Adeh said the syndicate, led by transnational kingpin Abubakar Jigiba and his brother, Sougule Zoubere, demanded ₦10 million per victim. The duo remains at large.

Commissioner of Police, CP Miller Dantawaye, commended the operatives and urged residents to report suspicious activities, noting that the raid was part of ongoing efforts to curb banditry and kidnapping in border communities.

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Pastor-Lawyer Re-Arraigned for Alleged Assault of 14-Year-Old Girl in Lagos

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1 week ago

October 30, 2025

By Samuel Adeola

A pastor and lawyer, Aka-Bashorun Olawale Akanni, has been re-arraigned before Justice Hakeem Oshodi of the Lagos High Court, Ikeja, for allegedly molesting a 14-year-old girl.

The Lagos State Government charged Akanni, a Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), pastor, with indecent treatment of a child under Section 135 of the Lagos Criminal Law, 2015. He pleaded not guilty.

Justice Oshodi upheld the bail earlier granted by a Magistrate’s Court and adjourned the case to December 9, 2025, for continuation of trial.