Police, EFCC Rescue 14 Abducted Victims From Calabar-Oron Waterways

The Nigeria Police Force in collaboration with operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has successfully secured the release of fourteen (14) victims abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways.

The victims were rescued following sustained intelligence-driven operations, robust inter-agency collaboration, and coordinated tactical efforts targeting criminal elements operating within the maritime corridor. Acting on credible intelligence, joint operatives intensified surveillance and conducted targeted operations across identified flashpoints, leading to the safe rescue of all victims without harm.

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The rescued victims are currently undergoing medical evaluation and necessary debriefing, after which they will be reunited with their families.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, commended the joint security team for the successful rescue, describing it as a testament to effective inter-agency collaboration and intelligence-led operations.

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The Nigeria Police Force assures the public that efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend all perpetrators involved in the abduction and bring them to justice.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID, psc(+),mnipr, mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
28th April 2026

Police Assure Justice As Officer Faces Disciplinary Action In Effurun Shooting

The Nigeria Police Force condemns the fatal shooting of a suspect, Mene Ogidi, which occurred on 26th April 2026 in Effurun, Delta State.

Preliminary reports indicate that operatives attached to the Effurun Area Command responded to credible information from Benin Motor Park along the Warri–Sapele Expressway regarding a suspect apprehended by members of a transport union while attempting to waybill a parcel containing a Beretta pistol with four rounds of ammunition.

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While efforts were being made to take the suspect into lawful custody, the team leader, ASP Nuhu Usman, discharged his firearm in clear violation of extant regulations, resulting in the death of the suspect.

The leadership of the Nigeria Police Force has directed the immediate transfer of the officer and his team to Force Headquarters, Abuja, where they would face the Force Disciplinary Committee for summary disciplinary measures and prosecution.

The Inspector-General of Police extends his condolences to the family of the deceased and assures them that justice will be served in accordance with the law. He further urges members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding as the disciplinary and legal processes take their course.

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The Nigeria Police Force maintains a zero-tolerance stance on extra-judicial actions, abuse of authority, and any conduct that undermines public trust.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID, psc(+), mnipr, mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
28th April 2026

IGP Disu Receives Delegation From PHML To Strengthen Strategic Collaboration On Medical Welfare

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, today received a delegation from the Board of Directors of Police Health Maintenance Limited (PHML) at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. During the visit, the IGP was formally inaugurated as Chairman of the Board, marking the beginning of a new era of direct oversight and enhanced medical welfare for officers.

The delegation, led by DIG Aminu Yesufu (Rtd), mni, Director of PHML, included AIG Adenike Abuwa (Rtd), Director; Dr. Otive Iguzor, Independent Director; Dr. Yusuf Kalli Gazali, MBBS, MSc, DFM, Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director; and AIG Nkechi Eze, Force Medical Director, Directorate of Force Medical Services.

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PHML leadership reaffirmed its commitment to service excellence, highlighting recent renovations of Police Hospitals in Akure, Sokoto, Bambam, Yola, and Lagos. To further safeguard personnel against the unique risks of policing, PHML has secured agreements with Federal Tertiary Hospitals for immediate, cost-free treatment of gunshot and trauma victims.

Additionally, a specialized partnership with Zenith Healthcare Limited was announced to provide advanced renal care, ensuring officers have access to high-quality interventions for chronic conditions.

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In his remarks, the Inspector-General emphasized that the health of officers is a critical pillar of national security. He charged PHML leadership to move beyond corporate performance metrics and prioritize the tangible well-being of rank-and-file officers. IGP Disu stressed that every phase of medical planning must center on the needs of those on the front lines. He also highlighted systemic challenges, including the retirement gap that limits insurance coverage for retired officers and the urgent need to rehabilitate healthcare facilities within police barracks.

Concluding the visit, IGP Olatunji Disu reiterated his commitment to building a resilient police workforce, recognizing that the effective protection of lives and property depends on the physical and mental well-being of every officer.

DCP Anthony Okon Placid, psc (+), mnipr, mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
April 28, 2026