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Police Retract Emir Sanusi’s Invitation Over Eid Incident

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn an earlier invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, over a death recorded during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in Kano. The police had invited the Emir last Friday for questioning in Abuja concerning the incident, which occurred on 30 March during the Sallah […]

IGP Prohibits Plainclothes Officers from Bearing Assault Rifles

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a stern warning to police officers across the country against human rights violations and other forms of misconduct. “No operative should be seen carrying assault rifles while dressed in civilian attire (mufti),” the IGP stated during a virtual meeting with senior police officers on Monday. […]

Police Probe Deadly Stampedes at Food Distribution Events in Abuja, Anambra

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed an investigation into the tragic stampedes that occurred during food distribution events in Abuja and Anambra State. At least ten people lost their lives, and many others were injured during the distribution of food items to vulnerable individuals at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, […]