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Osun election: Police arrest officer over tear gas incident
The Osun State Police Command has arrested an officer after tear gas was accidentally discharged at the Registration Area Centre (RAC) in Modakeke Ward 10, Ife East Local Government Area, during Saturday’s governorship election.
Videos of the incident went viral on social media, showing a tense scene as residents confronted police officers and accused them of using tear gas to disrupt voting.
However, the police said the incident did not occur at a polling unit and was not an attempt to scare voters away.
In a statement shared on X on Saturday, the command said the tear gas was released due to the negligence of an officer who was trying to ease himself.
“The Command wishes to clarify that the incident did not take place at any polling unit. It occurred at the Registration Area Centre (RAC) and was the result of negligence on the part of an officer who was attempting to ease himself,” the statement said.
The police condemned the officer’s action and confirmed that he had been arrested while an investigation was underway.
“This conduct is highly condemnable and falls far below the standard expected of an officer of the Nigeria Police Force,” the command said.
The police dismissed claims that the tear gas was deliberately released to frighten voters and disrupt the election.
It also reminded the public that police officers deployed to polling units are not allowed to carry arms or tactical equipment within the designated area around voting points.
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Nigerians scoop fuel as tanker spills content on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Scores of Nigerians on Saturday trooped out to scoop fuel after a tanker spilt its contents along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, close to the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road.
Resident of the area, including women, rushed to the scene with buckets, jerrycans and other containers to collect the spilt fuel.
Some of them scooped the petroleum product from drainage channels where it had accumulated, despite the risk of fire or explosion.
Meanwhile, the incident attracted the presence of officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, as well as personnel of the Fire Service, who moved to contain the situation and prevent further danger.
The emergency responders moved to securing the scene and manage the risks posed by the spilt fuel, particularly as residents continued to gather around the area.
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Police arrest 10 suspected human parts sellers in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested 10 suspected human parts sellers.
The suspects were arrested in the Iseyin and Saki areas of the state.
Public Relations Officer of the command, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.
Exhibits recovered from the suspects include one suspected human heart, human flesh, pieces of human skull and assorted charms.
The statement said the exhibits have been secured for forensic examination and further investigation.
The suspects were identified as Adam Ibrahim, Nasiru Kabiru, Tijani Wasiu, Abiola Nasiru, Amusa Gbadamosi, Raheem Taofeek, Jimoh Muritala, Suleiman Busari, Ganiyu Nurudeen and Usman Abdullahi.
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Kano police arrest armed robbery suspects, recover arms, stolen livestock
The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of nine suspects in separate operations involving illegal firearms, armed robbery and livestock theft across the state.
According to a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the operations were carried out on August 13, 2026, following credible intelligence and information from members of the public.
The Command said operatives of the Dorayi Babba Division, acting on information from a member of the public, intercepted a suspicious parcel at Rijiyar Zaki Motor Park at about 2:30 p.m. A Tokarev pistol loaded with 48 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition was recovered.
The suspect reportedly confessed to purchasing the firearm and ammunition from another state and transporting them to another person in a different state. Police said investigation was ongoing to trace and arrest other suspected accomplices in the illegal arms supply chain.
In Rogo Local Government Area, operatives of the Rogo Police Division arrested five suspected armed robbers at Jajaye Village. The suspects were identified as Basiru Ibrahim, 25; Saidu Madaki, 23; Sa’adu Ibrahim, 25; Lawan Yusuf, 24; and Muktar Salisu, 21.
The statement revealed that preliminary investigation linked the suspects to four alleged cases involving criminal trespass, criminal conspiracy and armed robbery in Jajaye Village and surrounding areas. They were also alleged to have confessed to stealing about five motorcycles and other valuables.
The Command also reported the recovery of a stolen cow and ram in Gaya. According to the release, operatives intercepted Karimu Mamman and Madama, both males from Jube Village, while allegedly in possession of the stolen animals. Further investigation led to the arrest of two additional suspected members of the alleged syndicate.
The police said the suspects were charged to court for prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended residents for their vigilance and timely information, saying public cooperation had contributed significantly to the successes recorded by the Command.
“The Command remains resolute in sustaining community policing, intelligence gathering, and inter-agency collaboration to ensure Kano State remains safe and secure for all residents,” CP Bakori said.
The Commissioner also commended officers and men of the Dorayi Babba, Rogo and Gaya Divisions for their professionalism, steadfastness and commitment to duty.
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