Why the Police Must End the Sambisa of Rivers State
Personally, the greatest danger along the Tai Ogoni-Akwa Ibom road is not the criminals themselves, but the negligence of those who should protect the citizens. For years, a short stretch of less than one kilometer has become so notorious that those who frequent that road now call it the “Sambisa of Rivers State.” Passengers grow […]
Rivers Resident Alleges Police Brutality, Extortion at Eleme Junction
A Rivers State resident whose identity is yet-to-be identified has accused policemen of brutality and extortion after an encounter at a checkpoint around Eleme junction, near Igbo-Etche roundabout. Narrating his ordeal, the man who was in the pool of blood said his vehicle was seized and was about taken to the police station without any […]
Rivers Police Arrest 23-Year Old Alleged Murder Suspect
The Rivers State Police Command has made a major breakthrough in its fight against violent crime with the arrest of a murder suspectzÀ linked to the brutal killing of 44-year-old Miss Confidence Konebari Sunny. This was revealed on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in a statement made available to TPCN, by the Police Public Relations Officer, […]
Police Extend Tinted Glass Permit Deadline
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has announced a new deadline of October 2 for the enforcement of the tinted glass permit. The previous deadline of August 12 was moved to allow the force more time to review a high volume of applications and enhance security protocols. According to Force spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the […]
Police Allege Forgery, Deny Torture in Sowore’s Arrest
The Nigeria Police Force has responded to widespread condemnation over the recent arrest of activist Omoyele Sowore. Police stated that his detention was based on allegations of criminal forgery and cyberstalking. In a statement, the authorities denied accusations that Sowore was subjected to torture while in custody. Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, affirmed that […]
Blessing CEO Defends Fiancé IVD, Slams Police Over Arrest
Controversial relationship therapist Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has voiced strong disapproval over the recent arrest of her fiancé, celebrity auto dealer Ikechukwu Ogbonna (IVD). According to reports, IVD was detained by the Lagos State Police Command at Murtala Muhammed International Airport while attempting to travel to Qatar, where the couple was reportedly […]
Police Arrest 7 Over Murder of Barrister Bright Owhor, Recover Weapons, Stolen Vehicles
The Rivers State Police Command has announced the arrest of seven suspects in connection with the murder of Barrister Bright Owhor, who was gunned down by unknown assailants on July 6, 2025, in Rumuomasi, Port Harcourt. In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the Command disclosed that operatives of […]
Arrest of Human Trafficking Syndicates Yields Result As Rivers Police Rescues 24-year-old Pregnant Woman
24-year-old pregnant woman, Regina Sunday, has been rescued by the Rivers State Police command, from human trafficking syndicates. This was revealed in a statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, Grace Iringe-koko, on Monday, July 21, 2025. Sunday’s rescue was made possible following the arrest of 28 years old Sunshine Hart, a woman, and […]
NPF Assures Security As Retired Officers Plan Nationwide Pension Protest
Retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) are set to embark on a nationwide “mother of all peaceful protests” on Monday, July 21, 2025, to press their long-standing demand for exit from the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The protest, primarily slated for the Federal Capital Territory and other states where prior notification has been […]
Police Foil Cult War Near Rivers University, Arrest 3 Suspects
Police operatives attached to the Azikiwe Police Division and the Octopus Tactical Unit have foiled a suspected cult clash between rival groups near one of the universities in Rivers State. The incident occurred on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Opobo Lane/Azikiwe Street, Mile 2 Diobu, Port Harcourt, following a supremacy battle between suspected members of […]
Rivers Police Command Synergies with Communities for Improved Operations
In a bid to improve the relationship between the Nigeria Police Force and its public, the Sani Abacha Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) organized a one-day town hall meeting to galvanize support and resources for the security of lives and properties.Speaking at the event, the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olubenga Adepoju, who was […]
Police Nabs Alleged Cultists, Recover Firearms, Ammunition In Rivers
In its efforts to rid the state of criminal networks, the Rivers State Police command has arrested 36-year-old Mr Diseye Ukulu. Ukulu, a native of Bayelsa State, residing at No 25 Nnewi Street, Diobu, Port Harcourt, was arrested in compliance with the directives of the State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga A. Adepoju. His arrest and […]