Troops conducting air support operations under Operation FANSAN YANMA have reportedly neutralised several suspected terrorists following a precision strike on a hideout in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Zagazola Makama, who quoted security sources said the operation was executed on Monday at about 5:10 p.m. after credible intelligence indicated terrorist movement within the Kidandan axis of Kidandan.

He said an aerial surveillance platform was deployed for an intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance mission, during which it monitored activities across the general area.

According to a report on his official X handle on Tuesday, four suspected terrorists were initially sighted on motorcycles and placed under continuous tracking, while two additional motorcycles were intercepted along a strategic route believed to lead to a terrorist assembly point.

The monitored movement reportedly led troops to a suspected high-ground hideout within the operational area of Giwa.

“The source said the aerial platform maintained surveillance over the location before a precision strike was carried out on the target, resulting in the neutralisation of several suspected terrorists, while others fled in disarray,” Makama said.

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged murder and robbery of a resident in Gwaram Town, Alkaleri Local Government Area, recovering a motorcycle believed to belong to the deceased.
According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, operatives attached to the Alkaleri Division arrested one of the suspects, Alhaji Muhammad Umar, popularly known as “Jijji”, 25, on June 19, 2026, after he was allegedly found in possession of the victim’s motorcycle.

The police said the arrest followed a report lodged at the division on March 7, 2026, concerning a case of culpable homicide and suspected armed robbery in the community.

During interrogation, Umar allegedly implicated two other suspects identified as Usman M. Gidado, 45, and Danladi Yakubu, also known as “Pagaj”, 35, both residents of Gwaram Town.

“Acting covertly on the report made at Alkaleri Division on 7th March, 2026, one of the suspects, Alhaji Muhammad Umar alias ‘Jijji’, was arrested on 19th June, 2026 while in possession of a motorcycle belonging to a deceased victim,” the statement said.

The command added that detectives subsequently carried out a follow-up operation that led to the arrest of the two additional suspects and the recovery of the motorcycle as an exhibit.

“All three suspects and the recovered exhibit have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet and thorough investigation, after which they will be charged to court,” Habib stated.

The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, commended the operatives for their diligence and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to combating violent crimes.

“The Command remains resolute in its commitment to fighting violent crime and ensuring justice for victims at all times,” the commissioner said.

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested and detained officers allegedly caught extorting motorists in a viral video circulating on social media.

The incident, which occurred in Rivers State and came to public attention on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, involved officers attached to the Old GRA Police Station. The officers were accused of targeting motorists, particularly those with tinted windows, and demanding payments despite valid permits.

In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Agabe Kaborlo, on behalf of the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, the command confirmed that ASP Omomefe Akin Geoffrey and other officers named in the allegations had been arrested and placed under investigation.

According to the statement, CP Adepoju ordered the officers’ arrest, detention and immediate investigation following allegations of extortion.

He stated: “Extortion, illegal collection of money and any form of unprofessional conduct by police personnel will not be tolerated under any circumstances”.

The Commissioner further assured residents that the investigation would be “thorough, transparent and impartial,” warning that any officer found guilty would face disciplinary action in line with the law and the Nigeria Police Act.

The police command also urged members of the public to continue reporting cases of misconduct, corruption and abuse of office through official complaint channels, reaffirming its commitment to professionalism, integrity and accountability.