NPF Kogi State Command

10/09/2026

KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE

POLICE COMMISSIONS NEW DIVISIONAL HEADQUARTERS AT ILUKE, KABBA-BUNU LGA, TO STRENGTHEN GRASSROOTS SECURITY

The Nigeria Police Force has commissioned a new Divisional Police Headquarters in Iluke Community, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, as part of sustained efforts to strengthen security presence and enhance grassroots policing.

The official commissioning ceremony was performed on behalf of the Executive Governor of Kogi State by Prof. Etannibi E. Alemika, under the administration of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, and in the presence of the Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni.

The establishment of the Iluke Police Divisional Headquarters reflects the Inspector-General of Police’s commitment to expanding operational coverage, improving rapid response capabilities, and bringing policing closer to rural communities. The initiative is designed to enhance community-based policing and ensure improved protection of lives and property across the area.

Traditional rulers, community leaders, and residents of Iluke expressed deep appreciation and joy over the development. They commended the Inspector-General of Police and the Commissioner of Police for facilitating the establishment of the Division, describing the initiative as timely and instrumental in addressing longstanding security concerns within the community.

In his remarks, the Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, assured that the Command would ensure adequate deployment of personnel and logistics to guarantee the effective functioning of the new Division. He emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration, intelligence sharing, and public support in consolidating the gains of the initiative.

The Commissioner further charged the officers and men who will serve in the Division to recognize the weight of their responsibilities and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and discipline. He urged them to remain firm but fair in the discharge of their duties, while respecting the dignity and fundamental rights of every person, including suspects.

The Commissioner of Police reiterates his unwavering commitment to professional, intelligence-driven, and community-oriented policing, in line with the vision of the Inspector-General of Police. He calls on residents of Iluke and Kogi State at large to continue partnering with the Police by providing credible and timely information, reaffirming that security remains a shared responsibility.

ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat
Police Public Relations Officer
Kogi State Command, Lokoja
10th September, 2026

08/09/2026

KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE

KOGI CP LEADS POLITICAL PARTIES, STAKEHOLDERS IN SIGNING OF PEACE ACCORD AHEAD OF 2027 GENERAL ELECTIONS

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command and Chairman, Inter Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, today, 8th September 2026, led other security Agencies, to the signing of a peace accord by leaders of political parties, witnessed by civil society organisations, faith based groups, and other critical stakeholders as a commitment towards peaceful and credible General Elections 2027.

The Peace Accord reaffirmed the commitment of political parties and stakeholders to peaceful political activities and responsible participation in the electoral process. Signatories pledged to respect electoral laws, promote issue-based campaigns, shun violence, intimidation, hate speech, and incitement, and embrace dialogue in resolving disputes.

Addressing the gathering, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi urged political parties, candidates, and their supporters to uphold the spirit of the Accord and place the peace and security of Kogi State above partisan interests. He called on political actors to caution their supporters against acts capable of disrupting public peace, assuring stakeholders that the Police would remain professional, impartial, and responsive throughout the electoral process.

The engagement also provided an opportunity to discuss electoral security concerns, peaceful campaigns, responsible political communication, and timely information sharing.

The Command stressed that effective collaboration among ICCES, INEC, security agencies, political parties, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders is essential to preventing electoral violence and maintaining a peaceful electoral environment.

The Kogi State Police Command commends all participants for their commitment to peaceful elections and calls on political actors, their supporters, and the general public to uphold the commitments made. The Command urges all stakeholders to work collectively towards ensuring that the 2027 General Elections in Kogi State are conducted in an atmosphere of peace, security, tolerance, and respect for democratic values.

ASP SALIU OYIZA AFUSAT
Police Public Relations Officer
Kogi State Police Command
8th September, 2026

07/09/2026

Good Morning Esteemed,

Kindly find below the State-by-State Executive Summary of Operational Successes for 7th September, 2026:

1. SOKOTO STATE (6th September, 2026): FOILED BANDITS ATTACK / NEUTRALISATION OF FOUR BANDITS / RECOVERY OF AK-47 R***E AND 28 ROUNDS OF AM******ON

✅ Following credible intelligence of an impending attack on Yadiya Village, tactical teams of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and VCRU mobilised and engaged the armed bandits in a gun duel.

✅ Four bandits were successfully neutralised during subsequent bush-combing operations.

✅ One AK-47 r***e, one magazine and 28 rounds of live am******on were recovered.

✅ No casualties were recorded among security personnel or villagers.

🔹 Status: SCID Sokoto Investigating.

2. RIVERS STATE (5th September, 2026): RESCUE OF KIDNAPPED VICTIM / ARREST OF THREE SUSPECTS / RECOVERY OF EXHIBITS

✅ Following intelligence on the abduction of Kingsley Aleaga, 41 years, who had been held in captivity for four days, Police operatives conducted a successful rescue operation at Ogale, Eleme LGA.

✅ The victim was rescued unharmed, while three suspects were arrested and quantities of suspected hard drugs recovered.

🔹 Status: SCID Port Harcourt Investigating.

3. NIGER STATE (6th September, 2026): ARMED BANDITS ATTACK / NEUTRALISATION OF BANDIT / ABDUCTION OF FIVE VICTIMS

✅ Following an armed bandits’ attack on Pelegi Community, Mashegu LGA, Police operatives engaged the hoodlums in a gun duel.

✅ One bandit was successfully neutralised during the engagement.

✅ Efforts are ongoing to rescue the five abducted victims unharmed and apprehend the fleeing bandits.

🔹 Status: SCID Minna Investigating.

4. KEBBI STATE (6th September, 2026): TACTICAL ENGAGEMENT OF ARMED TERRORISTS / NEUTRALISATION OF ATTACKERS

✅ PMF personnel on routine patrol came under heavy attack by armed terrorists and engaged the attackers in a gun duel lasting over two hours.

✅ Several attackers were neutralised, while others fled with gunshot wounds and casualties.

✅ Reinforcements were deployed, successfully restoring normalcy to the area.

🔹 Status: SCID Birnin Kebbi Investigating.

5. ABIA STATE (5th September, 2026): ARREST OF FOUR CHILD TRAFFICKING SUSPECTS / RESCUE OF CHILD

✅ Police operatives successfully arrested four suspects involved in an alleged attempt to negotiate the sale of a one-year-four-month-old child.

✅ The child was rescued and placed in protective custody.

🔹 Status: SCID Umuahia Investigating.

6. ANAMBRA STATE (6th September, 2026): ARREST OF FIVE MAJOR ILLICIT DRUG DEALERS / RECOVERY OF LARGE QUANTITIES OF DRUGS

✅ Acting on credible intelligence, RRS operatives raided a criminal hideout at Umuota Village, Obosi, and arrested five suspected major dealers in illicit substances.

✅ Large quantities of suspected cannabis sativa, methamphetamine, co***ne and Colorado were recovered, alongside other exhibits and ₦19,000 cash.

🔹 Status: SCID Awka Investigating.

7. KATSINA STATE (5th September, 2026): TACTICAL ENGAGEMENT OF ARMED BANDITS / RESTORATION OF NORMALCY

✅ Following an attack by heavily armed bandits across communities in Bakori LGA, joint Police and local tactical teams engaged the attackers in a gun duel.

✅ The tactical engagement successfully forced the bandits to retreat, restoring normalcy to the affected areas.

🔹 Status: SCID Katsina Investigating.

8. KWARA STATE (2nd September, 2026): ARREST OF TWO SUSPECTED BANDITS / RECOVERY OF EXHIBITS

✅ Acting on intelligence, a joint team of Police operatives and local vigilantes successfully arrested two suspects suspected of involvement in kidnapping and banditry.

✅ Recovered were ₦770,000 cash, two Infinix smartphones, a locally made bulletproof vest and a power bank.

🔹 Status: SCID Ilorin Investigating.

9. KWARA STATE (5th September, 2026): ARREST OF SUSPECT / RECOVERY OF FI***RM AND SIX ROUNDS OF AM******ON

✅ Following a report of an individual threatening residents with a fi***rm at Avalon Hotel, Offa, Police operatives swiftly mobilised and arrested Afolabi Ayomide, 25 years.

✅ One locally crafted Beretta pistol loaded with six rounds of live am******on was recovered.

🔹 Status: SCID Ilorin Investigating.

10. CROSS RIVER STATE (5th September, 2026): ARREST OF SUSPECT FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER / RESCUE OF TWO VICTIMS

✅ Police operatives rescued two severely injured victims who had been assaulted over an unconfirmed allegation of stealing.

✅ The victims were taken to General Hospital Calabar for medical treatment, while the principal suspect was arrested to aid investigation.

🔹 Status: SCID Calabar Investigating.





CSP ANI INIEDU, ANIPR
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
FORCE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA

06/09/2026

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03/09/2026

01/09/2026

KOGI STATE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE

KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND, JOINT SECURITY FORCES RESCUE ALL 21 ABDUCTED VICTIMS IN OFU LGA

The Kogi State Police Command wishes to inform the public that joint security forces have rescued all twenty-one (21) persons abducted in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State, including fifteen (15) members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Following the earlier rescue of ten Corps Members from the Egume Forest, sustained, intelligence-led operations by personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, Military, Department of State Services (DSS), and other supporting security and auxiliary forces led to the rescue of the remaining victims within the Egume axis and adjoining forests. The sustained pressure mounted on the criminal elements compelled them to abandon the victims and flee the area.

The rescued persons are receiving necessary medical attention and are being debriefed. One victim who sustained a gunshot injury to the right leg is receiving treatment, while no fatality was recorded during the rescue operation.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, commends the gallantry, professionalism, and resilience of all personnel involved in the operation. He also appreciates residents of the affected communities for their cooperation and timely provision of credible information, which contributed to the success of the rescue effort.

The Command assures the public that operations are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice. Members of the public are urged to remain calm, vigilant, and refrain from circulating unverified information capable of compromising security operations.

ASP SALIU OYIZA AFUSAT
Police Public Relations Officer
Kogi State Police Command
31st August 2026

21/08/2026

KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE

KOGI POLICE COMMAND INTENSIFIES BUSH CLEARANCE OPERATIONS, DISLODGES CRIMINAL ELEMENTS FROM KABBA/BUNU FOREST

The Kogi State Police Command, in continuation of its sustained efforts to deny criminal elements access to hideouts and forest corridors, has conducted a joint bush clearance operation across identified forest locations linking Kabba/Bunu, Obajana and Lokoja axis.

The operation, conducted on 20th August 2026 at about 0700hrs, was carried out in compliance with the directives of the Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, to intensify bush clearance operations and maintain pressure on criminal elements hibernating in remote forest locations.

The operation involved officers and men of the Police, Military, local vigilante groups and other auxiliary forces. The team moved through the Daji 2 Forest Zone, a strategic forest corridor linking Kabba/Bunu, Obajana and Lokoja, demonstrating strong coordination and determination among all participating units.

During the exercise, an abandoned settlement within the forest, previously suspected to have been used as a hideout and staging point for criminal activities, was identified and cleared to prevent further exploitation of the location.

The joint team also advanced to Amos Camp, another abandoned hideout located in a difficult terrain characterised by creeks and mountainous areas. Despite the challenging environment, the security team successfully navigated the area and carried out a thorough clearance of the camp and surrounding forest paths.

Signs of recent movement were observed along routes leading towards the Oyo Forest axis of Obajana, indicating that criminal elements had vacated the area ahead of the advancing security presence.

The operation has significantly strengthened the confidence of farmers and residents within the affected communities, with many already returning to their farmlands and daily activities, encouraged by the visible presence and sustained efforts of the security forces.

The Kabba Area Command and other security formations in the area continue to maintain a calm and stable security atmosphere, while patrols, intelligence gathering and bush clearance operations are being sustained across other identified areas. It is important to note that similar coordinated and sustained operations are ongoing across various parts of the State as part of a broader, continuous security strategy aimed at flushing out criminal elements from all known hideouts.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, commends the personnel and members of the collaborating security and community-based forces for their courage, resilience and teamwork, especially in navigating difficult terrain and maintaining operational momentum.

He reassures residents, particularly farmers, that the Command remains fully committed to sustaining these efforts, strengthening community confidence, and ensuring a safe environment for legitimate economic activities across the State.

ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat
Police Public Relations Officer
Kogi State Police Command
20th August 2026

19/08/2026

KOGI STATE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE

KOGI POLICE ARREST SUSPECT OVER ATTEMPTED CULPABLE HOMICIDE IN FELELE

The Kogi State Police Command has arrested one Jacob Irewa in connection with an attempted culpable homicide involving his wife, Berida Irawo, at Oworo Estate, Felele, Lokoja.

On Friday, 14th August 2026, at about 2030 hours, the B Division Surveillance Team, Felele, received a report of the incident and immediately mobilised to the scene, where the suspect was arrested.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the incident followed a domestic disagreement after the victim burnt some of the suspect’s clothes which she believed he was no longer using, without his permission. The suspect subsequently threatened her, fetched petrol from his motorcycle and proceeded to set her ablaze.

The victim survived the attack and is currently receiving treatment at Honey Gold Hospital, Felele.

The suspect, in his statement to the Police, admitted to setting his wife ablaze. The Command has commenced a comprehensive investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and gather further evidence.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, has condemned the incident and reiterated the Command’s zero tolerance for violence, particularly domestic violence. He urged members of the public to seek lawful means of resolving domestic disputes and avoid actions capable of endangering lives.

The suspect will be charged to court for prosecution upon conclusion of investigation.

The Kogi State Police Command remains committed to protecting lives and property and ensuring that persons responsible for violent crimes are brought to justice.

ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat
Police Public Relations Officer
Kogi State Police Command
16th August, 2026

31/07/2026

KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND

PRESS RELEASE

KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND COMMEMORATES WORLD DAY AGAINST TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS, RALLIES PUBLIC AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING

The Kogi State Police Command, through its Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Human Trafficking, on Thursday, 30th July 2026, commemorated the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons with a sensitization walk and public awareness rally across Lokoja metropolis aimed at educating members of the public on the dangers of human trafficking and the need for collective action to combat the crime.

The awareness campaign, held under the global theme “Trapped Behind the Scam,” brought together Police officers, POCACOV advocates, the Office of the SSA on Human Trafficking, partner agencies, youth groups, students, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders who took to major streets within Lokoja carrying advocacy messages to sensitize members of the public on the deceptive tactics employed by human traffickers and the importance of vigilance in preventing the crime.

Speaking on the significance of the event, the Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to combating human trafficking through sustained public enlightenment, intelligence-led policing, strategic collaboration with relevant stakeholders, prompt investigation, and diligent prosecution of offenders. He noted that human trafficking remains a grave violation of human rights that exploits vulnerable persons through false promises of employment, education, migration, and other seemingly attractive opportunities.

The Commissioner called on parents, guardians, community leaders, religious institutions, educational institutions, and members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities or persons involved in human trafficking. He further urged young people to verify opportunities before making life-changing decisions, emphasizing that increased awareness and timely reporting are critical to preventing victimization and dismantling trafficking networks.

The Kogi State Police Command remains committed to strengthening partnerships, promoting public awareness, protecting vulnerable persons, and intensifying efforts to prevent and combat human trafficking and other related crimes across the State. The Command equally urges members of the public to continue supporting the Police with credible and timely information to enhance the safety and security of all residents of Kogi State.

ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat
Police Public Relations Officer
Kogi State Police Command, Lokoja

30th July, 2026

31/07/2026

KOGI STATE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE

NIGERIA POLICE FORCE INSURANCE UNIT CONDUCTS SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME ON INSURANCE AND WELFARE SCHEMES FOR PERSONNEL OF KOGI STATE POLICE COMMAND

The Kogi State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, on Wednesday, 22nd July, 2026, hosted a delegation from the Nigeria Police Force Insurance Unit for a sensitization programme on insurance and welfare schemes for officers and men of the Command.

The programme was organized in line with the welfare initiatives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, and was aimed at educating personnel on the various insurance and welfare schemes available within the Nigeria Police Force. The sensitization focused on enhancing officers’ understanding of the benefits, eligibility requirements, documentation processes, claims procedures, and entitlements under the various schemes.

During the programme, participants received comprehensive lectures on the following insurance and welfare schemes:

i. Group Life Assurance Scheme (GLAS)
ii. Group Personal Accident Scheme (GPAS)
iii. Nigeria Police Welfare Insurance Cooperative Society (NPWICS)
iv. IGP Family Welfare Scheme (IGPFWS)
v. Voluntary Contribution Scheme (VCS)

The interactive session afforded officers and men of the Command the opportunity to seek clarifications and receive detailed guidance on documentation requirements, claims processing, available benefits, and other insurance-related matters.

The programme was attended by members of the Command’s Management Team, senior officers, inspectors, and rank-and-file personnel.

The Nigeria Police Force Insurance Unit reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that serving and retired police personnel, as well as the families and beneficiaries of fallen heroes, are adequately informed and able to access the insurance and welfare benefits established for their protection and well-being.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, commended the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, for his unwavering commitment to improving the welfare of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force through impactful initiatives. He also appreciated the Force Insurance Officer, ACP Ameh Lydia, and her team for the enlightening programme, noting that improved awareness of insurance and welfare benefits would enhance the confidence and well-being of personnel.

The Commissioner of Police encouraged all officers and men of the Command to take full advantage of the various welfare and insurance schemes by familiarizing themselves with the eligibility requirements and ensuring proper documentation where necessary.

ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat
Police Public Relations Officer
For: The Commissioner of Police
Kogi State Police Command

23rd July, 2026.