Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has applauded Margaret Ochalla on her elevation to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General of Police, describing the promotion as richly deserved and emblematic of excellence in service. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Linus Obogo, Governor Otu…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Cross River State Police Command has announced a line-up of activities to mark the 2026 National Police Day, with a focus on strengthening community relations and public engagement. The announcement was made during a press briefing at the State Police Headquarters in Calabar by the Commissioner of Police,…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Cross River State Police Command has responded to a viral video circulating on social media alleging unlawful entry and indiscriminate arrests at White House Lodge in Calabar, stating that the operation was lawful and intelligence-driven. In a press statement issued on Thursday, and signed by ASP Sunday Eitokpah,…
By Joe Udo ABUJA (CONVERSEER) – The Nigeria Police Force has clarified that the Inspector-General, IGP Olatunji Disu, did not order the disbandment of all police units and squads at state commands, contrary to reports circulating in parts of the media. In a press statement issued on March 22, 2026, the Force described the reports…
By Joe Udo ASABA (CONVERSEER) – Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has called on the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to enforce a Federal High Court judgment affirming the right of Nigerians to record police officers during stop-and-search operations. Adeyanju made the call while reacting to a ruling delivered by Justice Hyeladzira A. Nganjiwa of…
By Frank Ulom MAIDUGURI (CONVERSEER) – At least 23 people have been confirmed dead and 108 others injured following coordinated improvised explosive device (IED) attacks in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The explosions, which occurred at about 7:24 p.m. on Monday, struck three busy locations—the Monday Market, the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching…
