IGP Disu Sets to Launch Nigeria Police Force Vigilant App ang MTN CUG Network

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, psc(+), NPM, is set to officially launch the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Vigilant App and MTN Closed User Group (CUG) Network on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the Nigeria Police Resource Centre, FCT, Abuja.
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The initiative is part of the Nigeria Police Force’s ongoing efforts to strengthen technology-driven policing, enhance communication and improve operational efficiency across the Force.

The NPF Vigilant App is designed to support improved engagement, information sharing and communication between the Police and members of the public, while the MTN CUG Network will provide a dedicated communication platform to facilitate seamless and efficient communication among personnel of the Force.

The launch underscores the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police to leveraging modern technology and strategic partnerships to enhance policing, strengthen internal coordination and improve service delivery to Nigerians.

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The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to harnessing technology, innovation and strategic partnerships to strengthen policing, enhance operational effectiveness and deliver more responsive, efficient and people-centred security services to Nigerians.

CSP Ani Iniedu, anipr
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
24th August , 2026
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EFCC Grills Raheem Abiodun Wasiu for Alleged $12,000 Fraud in Enugu

Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have commenced investigations into the activities of one Raheem Abiodun Wasiu, an alleged serial fraudster, for an alleged case of fraud to the tune of $12,000 (Twelve Thousand United States Dollars).
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Wasiu, 38, was arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, following a complaint by one Ezekulie Stanley Chukwuamuanya, a Bureau De Change operator who claimed that he was defrauded the sum of $5000 (Five Thousand United States Dollars) by the suspect.

In the course of investigation by operatives of the EFCC, it was discovered that the suspect rents different Toyota Hilux trucks, disguises as a wealthy contractor, moves with escorts and meets BDC operators in the south-east and allegedly tricks them into parting with their had earned money, by presenting fake alerts in Naira to them, after collecting their money.

According to Chukwumuanya, “I gave him the dollar and he counted it by himself. After confirmation, he then asked for my bank details. After giving him my account number, he mentioned my name that popped up on his bank application, I confirmed it. The next thing he told me was that it had gone through, which I waited for the alert to come, to no avail. Because of time, he asked me to go and that I will get it, that it could be network issues and I left because of his personality”. He alleged that soon after that, the suspect became incommunicado.

Another petitioner, based in Owerri, Imo State, one Chief Nwaoha Ubaferem equally alleged that Wasiu defrauded him of the sum of $7,000. He said, “the dollar on me was $2,600, then I called my office to bring additional $4,400 to me to complete it as he requested for $7,000. As we were waiting, he complained that he was running late and we decided to move to Royce Road from Port Harcourt Road where he finally collected the money from me, resumed transfer, called my name and informed me that the transfer had gone which I believed but continued to expect alert from him”.

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Further investigations revealed that the suspect has toured the South-east, and Akwa Ibom State, using the same pattern to allegedly defraud BDC operators.

Items recovered from the suspect include: A Hilux truck (Akwa Ibom KTR 379 AA), various bank ATM cards, different bank transfer tokens, digital National Identification Number slip with the name Sunday Abiodun, two complimentary cards with the name Engineer Abiodun, a designer bag (Emporio Amani), One iPhone 17 Promax, One Samsung phone, 4G internet pocket WIFI, One Patek Philip wrist watch, vehicle particulars, One gold bangle and a pair of shoes (Alexandra MC Queen).

The suspect will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
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NPF Holds Memoral Service in Honour of 10 SIS Officers Killed in Kebbi Operation

The Nigeria Police Force today, 24th August, 2026, held a memorial service at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, in honour of ten gallant officers of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) who lost their lives in the line of duty during an encounter with suspected bandits along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Local Government Area, Kebbi State, on 10th August, 2026.
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The service featured prayers in honour of the fallen officers, as senior Police officers, colleagues and families of the deceased gathered to pay tribute to their courage, service and sacrifice.

The officers were among personnel who engaged a heavily armed group of bandits moving between Zamfara and Kebbi States. The encounter resulted in significant losses to the attackers, while the Police personnel fought with courage and determination in defence of lives and national security.

In his remarks, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, described the fallen officers as gallant personnel who paid the supreme price while serving, protecting and defending lives and property. He extended the deepest condolences of the Nigeria Police Force to their families, assuring them that the Force would continue to support them and ensure that the sacrifices of their loved ones are never forgotten.

The IGP declared that the Force would not be intimidated or relent in the fight against banditry, terrorism and other forms of violent criminality. He stressed that the sacrifices of the fallen heroes would not be allowed to be in vain, assuring that efforts would continue to identify, pursue and bring to justice those responsible for attacks on Police personnel and innocent citizens.

In his remarks, CP Abayomi Shogunle, Commander, Special Intervention Squad, noted that subsequent operational assessments indicated that the losses inflicted on the attackers were significantly higher than the initial assessment. He stressed that the morale of the SIS must not be allowed to waver, urging personnel to continue the fight with the same courage and determination demonstrated by their fallen colleagues.

On behalf of the bereaved families, Grace Bala Buba, daughter of one of the fallen officers, expressed appreciation to the Nigeria Police Force for honouring their loved ones and for the support extended to the families.

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The IGP, while paying tribute to the fallen officers, urged Police personnel to remember them with pride and gratitude and to draw renewed determination from their sacrifice. He reaffirmed the resolve of the Nigeria Police Force to sustain operations against banditry, terrorism and other forms of violent criminality, strengthen collaboration with relevant stakeholders, and pursue all persons responsible for attacks on Police personnel and innocent citizens, ensuring that the sacrifices of the fallen heroes are not in vain.

CSP Ani Iniedu, anipr
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
24th August , 2026
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