The Nigeria Police Force has achieved significant milestones in its efforts to combat crime, with the arrest of 179 armed robbery suspects, 100 kidnapping suspects, 152 murder/homicide suspects, 34 suspects connected with unlawful possession of prohibited firearms, 77 rape suspects, and 110 suspected cultists.
In addition to these arrests, the Police also recovered 73 various firearms and 310 ammunition of various calibers. The Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, attributed these successes to the improved strategies adopted by the Force in the fight against crime and criminality.
ACP Adejobi also highlighted the recovery of 56 stolen vehicles and the rescue of 22 kidnapping victims across the country. Notably, the Police arrested a gang that impersonated military personnel to defraud victims, as well as a gang that specialized in stealing motorcycles from farmers in Lagos and Ogun States, recovering 15 motorcycles in the process.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to safeguarding lives and properties, and creating an enabling environment for peaceful daily activities. The Police will continue to pursue criminal elements and ensure justice is served in accordance with the country’s laws.
These achievements demonstrate the Police’s efforts to curb crime and maintain law and order in Nigeria. With the recovery of firearms, ammunition, and stolen vehicles, the Police are sending a strong message to criminal elements that they will be held accountable for their actions.
