The Nigeria Police Force has reported operational successes across 10 states, including the recovery of four bodies of suspected terrorists and six AK-47 rifles following an attack in Adamawa State, the rescue of abducted victims and the arrest of suspects linked to armed robbery, kidnapping, rape, murder and cult-related activities.…...
The Nigeria Police Force has reported operational successes across 10 states, including the recovery of four bodies of suspected terrorists and six AK-47 rifles following an attack in Adamawa State, the rescue of abducted victims and the arrest of suspects linked to armed robbery, kidnapping, rape, murder and cult-related activities.
In a statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the police said the operations formed part of its 24-hour security efforts, with the latest state-by-state operational summary covering Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
According to the statement, combined security operatives recovered four corpses of terrorists, six AK-47 rifles and a rocket launcher after a terrorist attack in Garha District, Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Yola, is investigating the incident.
In Delta State, police operatives acting on credible intelligence arrested two suspected armed robbers allegedly attempting to rob passengers along Osubi Road. The police recovered a locally made cut-to-size double-barrelled shotgun, seven live cartridges and a jackknife. The SCID in Asaba is handling the investigation.
In Gombe State, police operatives working with local hunters intercepted suspected kidnappers and rescued an abducted victim unharmed. One suspect was arrested, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplices. The SCID, Gombe, is investigating the case.
Police operatives in Cross River State also tracked and arrested a suspect allegedly linked to the rape and armed robbery of a 22-year-old woman. The police said the victim’s stolen Infinix Smart 7 phone was recovered, while the suspect confessed to threatening her with a hammer disguised as a short gun. The SCID, Calabar, is investigating the case.
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In Anambra State, detectives arrested 24 additional suspects allegedly involved in a cult clash, recovering two sharpened machetes from them. The police said the suspects were providing useful information to assist the ongoing investigation by the SCID, Awka.
In Akwa Ibom State, police operatives raided a suspected criminal hideout in Ika Local Government Area following credible intelligence and arrested four suspects. Large quantities of suspected Indian hemp, bottles of illicit liquor and an ice pipe were recovered. The SCID, Uyo, is investigating the matter.
In Osun State, police arrested a suspect linked to the death of a 20-year-old man who was allegedly pushed into a well during an altercation. The SCID, Osogbo, is investigating the incident.
The police also arrested a suspect in Nasarawa State over the alleged rape of a five-year-old girl. According to the statement, the suspect confessed to the crime, while the victim underwent a medical examination and was confirmed to be stable. The SCID, Lafia, is handling the investigation.
In Kano State, police operatives on patrol intercepted a tricycle and arrested a suspect after recovering a fabricated revolver pistol and two rounds of live ammunition from his possession. The SCID, Kano, is investigating the case.
Meanwhile, in Kogi State, three abducted victims were released unhurt and medically assessed, with a doctor confirming them fit. The police said the victims were being debriefed before reuniting with their families, while bush-combing operations continued to apprehend those responsible. The SCID, Lokoja, is investigating the incident.
The police reiterated their security efforts under the hashtags #PoliceIsYourFriend and #CitizensAreTheBoss.