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Bird Dies After Hiting Police Officer Forehead In Lagos

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By Ebinum Samuel

 

 

A police officer serving in Lagos, yesterday, “narrowly escaped death” after being hit on his forehead by a bird suspected to be evil. The bird, however, fell and died almost instantly.

A source revealed that the police officer ( witheld) is attached to one of the investigating sections of Force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID, Alagbon, Ikoyi.

It said that the officer was hit by the bird while returning to his office from another office within the premises of the police command.

A police officer who pleaded anoymity said the bird of the crow species flew from one of the roofs within the complex to hit the officer’s forehead.

“But for the fact that the officer is a born-again christian, maybe he would have died. He’s one of the few honest, upright, an easygoing Cop we have here” said the anonymous police officer.

Meanwhile, the remains of the bird was reportedly set on fire by colleagues of the police officer.

PSC Chairman Names Conference Hall After Solomon Arase..over 500 mourners sign Condolence Register

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By Ebinum Samuel

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, PSC, retired DIG Hashimu Argungu, yesterday named the Commission Conference Hall after the immediate past chairman, late Dr. Solomon Ehijiator Arase. This was disclosed in a press release issued and signed by the Commission’s spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani.

According to the statement the final journey for the immediate former Chairman of the Police Service Commission and retired Inspector General of Police, Dr. Solomon Arase, CFR, NPM, fdc, began yesterday Wednesday September, 24th 2025, with a day of tributes held at the Police Resource Centre Jabi Abuja.

It says that tomorrow, Friday, September 26th, 2025, there will be a requiem mass at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama Abuja and lying in State at his Abuja residence in Maitama on Saturday before his remains will be airlifted to Benin Edo State for the continuation of the burial rites.

Speaking at the day of tributes in Abuja yesterday, the Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, represented by the Director, Human Resources Management, Mr Aminu Malumfashi, said his predecessor was not only a Police Officer of repute, a Scholar and a reformer, he was a gentleman of rare courage and intellect.

While a strong delegation from the Commission will be in Edo state for the final burial of the former chairman, the remains will be lowered to mother earth, on Friday, October 3rd 2025 in his Benin city residence.

PSC Mandate Is Geared Towards Building A Professional And Ethical Police Force, Argungu tells participants of strategic leadership and change management Retreat for DPOs

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  By Ebinum Samuel   The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni today, Wednesday, September 24th 2025, told participants of a Strategic leadership and change management Retreat for Divisional Police Officers, DPOs of the Nigeria Police that the Commission’s mandate of appointment, promotion and Discipline is “fundamentally geared towards one goal which is building a professional and ethical Police Force.   According a press statement issued by the Commission’s spokesman, Ikechukwu Ani, DIG Argungu said the Commission is committed to ensuring that promotions are based on merit, integrity, and professional competence; applying disciplinary measures firmly and fairly against Officers and advocating for better welfare and working conditions since “it is difficult to be ethical when under immense financial pressure”.   The Commission he noted is also committed to working with the Nigeria Police Force leadership to ensure that the ethical Officers, are recognised, rewarded, and protected.   The PSC Chairman delivered a lecture titled “Ethics And Professionalism: Bedrock of Policing Code of conduct “at the Retreat which held at the National Institute of Police Studies , Life Camp Abuja and organized by the Police Reform Secretariat in conjunction with UNDP, CLEEN FOUNDATION, GS-Foundation, Federal Foreign Office and Nigeria Police Force.   He observed that it is important for Police Officers to study ethics since “Ethics and professionalism are bedrock of Policing code of conducts”. According to the PSC Chairman ” Ethics are of paramount importance in policing duties because they are foundational to building public trust, ensuring policing legitimacy, upholding the rule of law and maintaining accountability.   DIG Argungu said as public servants, with immense authority, law enforcement Officers, must adhere to a strict ethical code to function effectively and justly within a democratic society and also exercise its discretion justly.   Ex-raying the uniqueness of Policing job, the PSC Chairman said the Nigeria Police Force is generally the only government security agency available everyday, and around the clock.   He declared, ” when government offices close, the Nigeria Police Force become roving representatives of the government who assist people with problems no one else is available to handle; when your neighbour’s dog barks all night and keep awake, you call the Police; when gun shot is heard, people call the police; when extraordinary sound is heard at 02:00 hours in the night, people call the Police; the Police respond and take whatever action they can to ameliorate problems and deal with emergencies; people sleep peaceably in their beds, at night only because the police stand ready to do patrol on their behalf ;   DIG Argungu traced the standards of conduct of Police Officers to include offering prompt obedience to lawful orders; determined and incorruptible in the exercise of his Police duties; strict regard to the correctness of his general behaviour and prompt pride in his appearance both in uniform and out of uniform.

Speech by the Chairman, Police Service Commission,at the Night of Tributes in Honour of Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase, CFR,Former Inspector General of Police and Immediate Past Chairman,Police Service Commission

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Protocol

The Special Guest of Honour,

Distinguished Members of the National Assembly,

The Inspector General of Police and Members of the Police Management Team,

Members of the Board of the Police Service Commission,

Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen.

 

 

 

 

Tonight, we gather with heavy hearts, yet also with profound gratitude, to pay tribute to a man who gave his all in service to his country and to the Nigeria Police Force—our late Chairman, Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase, CFR.

 

Dr. Arase was not only a police officer of repute, a scholar, and a reformer; he was a gentleman of rare courage and intellect. From his days as Inspector General of Police to his appointment as Chairman of the Police Service Commission, he was relentless in his pursuit of professionalism, discipline, and integrity within the Force.

 

At the Commission, his tenure was short, but impactful. He moved our headquarters to its permanent home in Jabi, Abuja. He worked tirelessly to stabilize the Commission, to strengthen its oversight role, and to build bridges of trust between the Police and the public they serve. His leadership was cerebral, his vision clear, and his style inclusive. He valued dialogue and always sought consensus.

 

To us, his colleagues, he was more than a Chairman. He was a mentor, a brother, a guide. His humility disarmed us; his brilliance challenged us; his humanity endeared him to all.

 

As we remember him tonight, we are reminded that true greatness is not measured by the length of days but by the depth of impact. Dr. Arase has left behind a legacy of service, of courage, and of excellence.

 

On behalf of the Board, Management, and Staff of the Police Service Commission, I extend our deepest condolences to his dear wife, children, and family. We share in your grief, and we pray that the Almighty God grants you the strength to bear this great loss.

 

Dr. Solomon Ehigiator Arase will be remembered as a shining light in the history of policing in Nigeria and as a patriot who lived for justice, fairness, and peace.

 

May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

 

Thank you, and God bless you all.

 

The speech was read on behalf of Argungu by Aminu Malumfashi, Director Human Resources Management of the Commission.

Former Oyo State Commissioner of Police Abiodun Odude Dies

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By Ebinum Samuel

 

A one-time Commissioner of Police for Oyo State, Abiodun Odude has died in Lagos after a brief illness. He died yesterday evening at his Lekki, Lagos home, according to his course mates.
The deceased enlisted in the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, in 1986 as a cadet ASP along with other notable Nigerians such as the National Security Adviser, Alhaji Nuhu Ribadu and one-time Chairman of EFCC, Mr Ibrahim Lamorde.


Odude served in different departments of the force before his retirement in 2019. He was at a time the officer in charge of State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Lagos, CP Administration and Finance ( Force Headquarters), EFCC and lastly, Oyo State Police Command.
The deceased from Ogun state, was an alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, where he graduated in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Demography and Statistics.

PSC To Partner Radah Media Company To Improve Strategic Communication And Maximise The Benefit of Technology In Its Operations

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By Ebinum Samuel

 

The Management of the Police Service Commission today, Tuesday, September 23rd 2025, met with a visiting team from The Radah Media Company led by its founder, Oge Funlola Modie who came to explore strategic and beneficial partnership for the mutual benefit of both organisations.

 

Speaking while receiving the team in his office, the Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni said the Commission was ready to work in partnership with the Company in the overall interest of its constitutional mandate of Police recruitment, promotion and discipline.

 

DIG Argungu said the Commission will always be interested in any partnership that will see to the improvement in the operations of the Nigeria Police Force, tangible enough to reduce or eliminate crime and criminality and see to the protection of lives and properties of Nigerians.

 

The PSC Chairman however lamented that the Commission has continued to battle the issue of poor funding which has affected its professional efficiency and effectiveness.

 

He agreed on the need for strategic communication for the Commission and assured that the envisaged partnership will go a long way to reposition and strengthen the Commission for optimal service delivery.

 

Earlier, Ms Modie promised that the partnership will include training in strategic communication, technology and design.

 

She noted that the Commission, with the nature of its constitutional mandate, deserves adequate funding and promised to assist push the Commission’s narrative of improved and adequate funding which she noted should be in the interest of the country.

DSS quizzes ex-minister, Malami over convoy attack

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Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has confirmed that he honoured an invitation by the Department of State Services (DSS) regarding the recent attack on his convoy in Kebbi State.

In a statement shared via his official social media handle on Monday, Malami clarified that the invitation was tied to the September 1, 2025 assault on his convoy.

He noted that the DSS move was part of ongoing investigations prompted by several petitions, including one he personally filed earlier over threats to his life.

“I can confirm that I have been invited by the Department of State Services to support investigation over the attack on my person and convoy in Kebbi State on the 1st of September, 2025,” Malami stated.

The former minister alleged that the petition was instigated by “opposition high-profile political elements” in Kebbi State, but expressed confidence in the DSS, commending the agency for the manner it had so far handled the inquiry.

“I must commend the DSS for the professional and transparent manner in which they have conducted their inquiry. I was treated with dignity and respect, and I remain committed to cooperating fully with the Department to ensure that their investigation is concluded successfully,” he added.

The attack on Malami’s convoy has heightened political tensions in Kebbi, with his supporters accusing rival camps of masterminding the incident, while opposition figures dismissed the allegations as baseless.

Last week, Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, accused Malami of promoting what he described as “a terrorism agenda” disguised as politics.

He dismissed Malami’s claims that the state government had imported mercenaries, describing them as false, dangerous, and capable of undermining peace and stability in Kebbi.

“Malami’s so-called allegations are nothing but smokescreens. They are not just politically motivated acts of desperation, but clear attempts at economic sabotage and terrorism,” the governor said.

Delta Police Engages Bankers Forum Ahead of Yuletide Season

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By Ebinum Samuel

 

The Delta State Police Command, through its spokesman, SP Edafe Bright, says aware of the fact that we are already in the ember months which in the past have witnessed increased influx of people into the state, and ,also likely increased activities of criminals, the Commissioner of Police ,CP , Olufemi Abaniwonda on 23rd September 2025 in a proactive move, convened a strategic security meeting with members of the bankers’ Forum in the State.

Edafe said in attendance was the Chief security officer of Central Bank of Nigeria, Asaba and thirty nine head of banks across the State. The meeting was aimed at addressing the security of banks ahead of the yuletide season that is fast approaching.

The CP represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police Operations DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi noted that, it is important for bankers to take adequate security measures to checkmate the activities of criminals who may want to take advantage of the festive period. Aware of the fact that the command and Asaba are bounded by the East, Edo and other parts of the country, it is important for these security strategies to be reviewed. The DCP operations advised that the installation of advanced and functional CCTV cameras in the banking environment is very important to support the effort of the police in monitoring what goes on in the banking environment. The Chief security officer central Bank of Nigeria Mrs Evangeline Patrick commended the command for this initiative and stated that they don’t release cash to banks who are not armed with adequate number of Policemen on specie escort.

The DCP reiterated the commands commitement in the fight against crime and criminality in the state noting that the meeting is just a tip of the iceberg in the proacitve measures being taken by the command to ensure that we have a crime free Ember months.

Gunmen abduct Nigerian gov’s senior aide

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Residents of the Tudun Amba area of Lafia, Nasarawa State, were thrown into panic on Saturday night when armed men stormed the neighbourhood, firing gunshots before abducting a prominent government official.

The victim was identified as Muhammed Egye Osolafia, widely known as Deedat, who serves as Senior Special Assistant on Humanitarian Services to Governor Abdullahi Sule. He was reportedly taken away moments after arriving at his home.

Witnesses said the attackers fired into the air to disperse people in the area before whisking Osolafia away to an unknown destination.

Reacting to the development, the governor’s Senior Special Adviser on Public Affairs, Peter Ahemba, described the incident as “sad and unfortunate,” noting that he received word of the abduction from a colleague.

This latest attack comes just weeks after another top government official, Barrister Yusuf Musa, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Information and Culture, was kidnapped from his residence in Ungwan Nungu, also within Lafia.

At press time, the state police command had yet to release an official statement on the matter.

JUST IN : Gunmen attack DIG Frank Mbah’s residence, kill officer

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Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen have attacked the residence  of Deputy Inspector General of Police, Frank Mbah, in Ezimo community, Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The assailants, who struck around 7 p.m. on Thursday, killed a police officer stationed at the residence before fleeing with his rifle.

Community members told reporters that the attackers attempted to break into the house but were resisted by the officer on duty.

A source from the community recounted, “When the security guard raised an alarm, the assailants killed him, collected his rifle, and disappeared into the bush. We suspect that it was the same assailants who killed a Catholic priest, Rev Fr Mathew Eya, on Friday evening in Eha-Ndiagu, a neighbouring community in Nsukka Local Government Area.

“It is not clear whether the gunmen wanted to abduct the mother of the DIG Mbah, but what I can tell you is that these kidnappers have been operating close to Mbah’s house. They have successfully kidnapped people on two occasions, very close to the house, less than 500 metres from it. There have been constant kidnapping activities around that area, and the perpetrators are believed to be herdsmen.

“But they had not killed anyone until this recent incident; maybe it is because they were challenged. Our people see those guys regularly; the people mining sand and gravel see them regularly, but you know we have a weak security system.”

The source added that the slain officer had opened the gate when the gunmen struck. “They just came and when the security guard, a policeman, who was killed, opened the gate, they shot him, and before the people around could raise an alarm, they had disappeared. They just killed the security guard and collected his rifle. Actually, it is not only one security guard who secures his house; I believe the other officers were absent during the attack. The security operatives in the house did not anticipate anything.”

He further linked the incident to the killing of Rev Fr Eya, saying, “They collected the gun, and a Reverend Father was killed the next day along Eha-Ndiagu Road in the neighbouring community. We believe that it is the same network of kidnappers that was operating within that axis. So, there are very serious security threats around those areas. There are marauders around those areas.”

Another resident criticized the police response, saying, “You know, the police, in their way, after the attack, they saw someone who had gotten himself drunk passing, and they arrested him, saying that he might be among the assailants. But we know the man, he is not one of the attackers, but they (policemen) must show that they are working. Nobody from Ezimo community will nurse evil against Frank Mbah. He is our pride.”

The attack has heightened tension in Ezimo and neighbouring communities. Attempts to reach the Enugu State Police Command for comment were unsuccessful, as spokesperson SP Daniel Ndukwe did not answer calls or respond to text messages.

(SAHARA REPORTERS)