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STRENGTHENING NIGERIA LAW ENFORCEMENT: IGP ENGAGES US SENIOR ADVISOR SHAUN J. GAVIN, DISCUSSES AREAS OF PARTNERSHIP ON SPECIAL INTERVENTION SQUAD

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2 years ago

October 18, 2023

In a landmark meeting on monday, October 16th at the Hilton Bayfront, San Diego, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, NPM, Ph.D., engaged in further purposive discussions with Senior Advisor Shaun J. Gavin, representing the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of the United States Embassy in Abuja. The focus of the dialogue centred on fortifying the collaboration between the two nations in the realm of law enforcement, particularly concerning the establishment and operationalization of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS).

Expressing mutual commitment, the IGP and Senior Advisor Shaun J. Gavin deliberated on key areas of partnership aimed at bolstering the SIS. The SIS, a crucial initiative of the IGP, signifies a specialized response to prevailing security challenges, with a keen focus on regions grappling with conflict and terrorist threats. The meeting emphasized the strategic importance of this collaboration in enhancing the capabilities of the Nigeria Police Force and contributing to regional stability.

Tracing the bond between the Transitional Police Unit (TPU) and the Special Intervention Squad (SIS), this collaboration addresses critical gaps in regions facing conflict and terrorist threats. Senior Advisor Shaun J. Gavin’s leadership emphasizes the SIS’s vital role in augmenting the capacity of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, ensuring a strategic and specialized response. This partnership not only aligns with the broader national security objectives but also signifies a milestone in the deepening bilateral ties between the U.S. and Nigeria.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

18th October 2023

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BREAKING: Police take over PDP Secretariat in Abuja

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3 minutes ago

June 30, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

As tension continues to mount over the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting, which is expected to hold on Monday, armed policemen have taken over its secretariat.

According to an official of the party who spoke to newsmen, the police were deployed to stop the proposed NEC Expanded Caucus Meeting.

Though some staff members of the party were initially allowed to go into the premises of the secretariat without any resistance from the police, they were later sent out.

At the time of filing this report, journalists were also asked to leave the premises of the secretariat, while some policemen were seen cordoning off Dalaba Street, which is the road leading to Wadata Plaza.

Details shortly…

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Police arrest suspected cultist during meeting, recover firearm in Ogun

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17 hours ago

June 29, 2025

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Operatives from the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested a suspected member of the Eiye Confraternity, Ismail Afolabi, at Saje Area of Car Wash, Abeokuta.

The suspect was arrested following credible intelligence received by the police that members of the Eiye Confraternity were holding a secret meeting with the intention to carry out criminal activities.

The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirming the arrest to DAILY POST on Sunday, said the suspect was apprehended while attempting to flee.

Odutola stated that he was found in possession of a cross bag containing a loaded cut-to-size double-barrel shotgun and live ammunition.

She said, “On Friday, June 27, 2025, at about 05:30 pm , the Ogun State Police Command received credible intelligence that members of the Eiye Confraternity were holding a clandestine meeting with suspected criminal intent at the Saje Area of Car Wash, Abeokuta.

“Operatives from the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit swiftly mobilized to the scene. On arrival, one suspect, Ismail Afolabi ‘m’, was found in possession of a cross-body bag containing a cut-to-size double-barrel shotgun loaded with live ammunition.”

The spokesperson noted that preliminary investigations have commenced, and efforts are ongoing to track down other accomplices.

The Command restated its commitment to eradicating cult-related violence and maintaining peace and order in the state.

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Suspected gunmen kidnap man in Benue

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23 hours ago

June 29, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Gunmen have kidnapped a middle-aged man, Ortese Tarlumun Joseph, in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, after shooting at his family during an attempted escape.

Security analyst Zagazola Makama revealed the incident in a post on X on Sunday.

He said the abduction happened on Friday, June 27, around 6:00 p.m. near Tomanyiin Main Village in Nzorov district.

Sources told Makama that Ortese was returning from the farm with his wife and son when two armed men came out of the bush and ordered them to lie down.

“Out of fear, the family tried to run, and the gunmen fired two gunshots.

“Mrs. Ortese said she later heard her husband calling for help but could not find him. It was later discovered that the attackers had taken him away,” Makama wrote

The family’s Toyota Corolla was found at the scene.

Security personnel launched a search operation shortly after the incident, but neither the kidnappers nor the victim had been found at the time of reporting.