NPF Records Major Operational Breakthroughs In April 2026, Reaffirms Commitment To National Security

The Nigeria Police Force, under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, recorded significant operational successes across the country in the month of April 2026, reaffirming its commitment to intelligence-led policing and the protection of lives and property nationwide.

As part of sustained efforts to combat violent crime and strengthen internal security, several coordinated operations carried out by Police tactical and investigative units led to the arrest of twenty-eight (28) suspected terrorists, eighty-five (85) suspected kidnappers, sixty-two (62) armed robbery suspects, fifty-one (51) murder and culpable homicide suspects, and fifty-four (54) suspected cultists.

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In the course of these operations, the Force successfully rescued one hundred and eighty-nine (189) kidnapped victimsfrom various criminal hideouts and captivity locations across the country.

The operations also resulted in the recovery of one hundred and forty (140) assorted firearms, one thousand and seventy-four (1,074) rounds of ammunition, as well as thirty-seven (37) stolen vehicles linked to criminal activities.

The Inspector-General of Police commended officers and men involved in the operations for their professionalism, resilience, and dedication to duty. He noted that the achievements reflect the growing effectiveness of intelligence-driven policing and enhanced inter-agency collaboration in addressing evolving security threats.

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The IGP further assured Nigerians that the Force remains resolute in its determination to dismantle criminal networks, strengthen public safety, and sustain ongoing reforms aimed at building a more accountable, professional, and people-centered Police Force.

The Nigeria Police Force urges members of the public to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information, emphasizing that security remains a collective responsibility.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID, psc(+), mnipr, mni, Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja?, 6th May 2026

IGP Disu Receives INEC Chairman, Pledges Robust Partnership, Security For All Electorates

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today hosted the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, and his delegation at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, to formalize a strategic roadmap for peaceful elections.

The meeting which had in attendance, the Force Management Team, other notable delegates from the commission, including the National commissioner, North-Central Region, Professor Sanni Muhammed; the National Commissioners, North-East Region, Mrs. Jamila Abubakar Malafa and Dr. Baba Bila, the National Commissioner, South-South Region, Rear Admiral Rhoda Gumus, National Commissioner, South-West Region, Professor Kunle Ajayi, and very senior Officers of the Nigeria Police Force, focused on the security architecture required for the upcoming electoral cycle, specifically addressing the impacts of current national security challenges on the fast-approaching Ekiti and Osun off-cycle elections, the upcoming bye-elections and the 2027 General Elections.

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In his remarks, Professor Amupitan, SAN, underscored the urgent need for proactive security measures and specialized training for personnel. He particularly advocated for a secure environment that ensures Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs) can exercise their constitutional franchise without fear or hindrance.

In his response, IGP Olatunji Disu described the visit as a timely intervention for democratic stability. He disclosed that the Nigeria Police Force has already activated strategic measures, including precision intelligence mapping to neutralize political violence, cult-related activities, and intimidation; Robust planning for a secured movement of electoral materials and personnel; Harmonized communication with sister security agencies to ensure a seamless operational front; and Counter-Misinformation.

The IGP further assured the delegation that all officers deployed for election duty will be strictly guided by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Electoral Act.

He emphasized that personnel are currently undergoing rigorous training on the rules of engagement and the protection of human rights. As the lead agency in election management, IGP Disu stated that the Force is committed to maintaining public order with a policy of zero tolerance for professional misconduct.

He further assured that any officer found wanting in their duties or engaging in acts that undermine the credibility of the polls will be disciplined in accordance with the law.

IGP Disu Receives INEC Chairman

In his closing remarks, the IGP reiterated his commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for all citizens, with particular attention to the IDPs and PWDs.

While pledging the full support of the Nigeria Police Force to INEC, he called for unfiltered cooperation from the Commission and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth and successful transition for the nation.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+), mnipr, mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
6th May, 2026

NNPC Retail’s Oleum Scratch & Win Promo Ends, As Port Harcourt Customer Clinches Grand Prize of SUV

NNPC Retail Limited’s Oleum Scratch & Win Promo, which began on 20 December 2025, recently came to a grand finale on 22 April 2026, with Uroko Chidera Samson, an Oleum customer from Port Harcourt, clinching the top prize of a brand-new GAC Gas Sport Utility Vehicle.

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The promotion, which reached over 100,000 customers, retailers, distributors, and dealers across the NNPC Retail network, saw more than 1,000 winners walking away with prizes including cash rewards, smartphones, generators, refrigerators, branded tricycles, and one-year Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) plans.

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Considered one of NNPC Retail’s most widely reaching customer appreciation programmes to date, the promotion affirmed the Company’s commitment to rewarding customer loyalty and advancing its trade network, which remains central to the company’s growth nationwide.