Nigeria police
Coverage of Nigeria police in the Nexus archive.
- Gunmen open fire after a funeral in Nigeria, killing 8
Gunmen opened fire at a funeral in Otukpo-Nobi community, Benue state, Nigeria, killing eight and wounding five. The attack, which also involved setting thatched houses and a motorcycle ablaze, occurred amid ongoing tensions between herders and farmers over resources. Amnesty International Nigeria reported at least 10 deaths, while police deployed additional officers to the area.
- Police detain officers who allegedly assaulted, gouged out man’s eye
Police in Nigeria have detained officers accused of assaulting and gouging out a man’s eye. The incident highlights ongoing issues of police brutality, extortion, and extrajudicial killings despite sanctions like dismissals.
- Nigeria: Nigeria Police Launches 24/7 School Emergency Response Centre Amid Abductions
The Nigeria Police has launched a 24/7 School Emergency Response Centre in response to ongoing safety concerns in schools, including attacks and mass abductions of students.
- Nigeria Police launches 24/7 school emergency response centre amid abductions
The Nigeria Police has launched a 24/7 school emergency response centre to address safety concerns following years of attacks, mass abductions, and security threats targeting students and schools.
- Nigeria Police give more details on operation that rescued ex-minister Adelabu’s relatives
The Nigeria Police provided details on an operation that rescued relatives of ex-minister Adelabu. Preliminary intelligence indicates some suspects escaped with gunshot injuries during the operation.
- Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans
Nigeria police have issued warnings against reprisal attacks targeting South Africans. Tensions in South Africa have escalated due to recent anti-migrant protests.