By SituationREPORT
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1. Zone 7 Bids Farewell To AIG Victor Olaiya After Over Three Decades Of Distinguished Service
The Zone 7 Police Headquarters, Abuja, on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, held a colourful retirement ceremony in honour of the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Victor Olaiya, psc(+), as he officially bowed out of the Nigeria Police Force after more than three decades of meritorious service.
The event, held at the Zone 7 Police Headquarters in Wuse Zone 3, Abuja, attracted senior police officers from across the zone, the Federal Capital Territory and Niger State Police Commands, members of the Police Community Relations Committee, PCRC, family members, friends, associates and other distinguished guests who gathered to celebrate the accomplished officer’s career and contributions to policing in Nigeria.
AIG Olaiya, who joined the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police, rose steadily through the ranks to become the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7, overseeing policing activities in the Federal Capital Territory and Niger State Police Commands.
Speakers at the ceremony paid glowing tributes to the retiring officer, commending his professionalism, leadership qualities, wealth of experience and unwavering commitment to the ideals of the Nigeria Police Force.
Highlights of the event included the presentation of a citation detailing AIG Olaiya’s illustrious career and contributions to policing, goodwill messages from colleagues and associates, farewell remarks and a ceremonial cake-cutting session.
2. Military Pensions Board Begins Payment of New Pension Rates, Arrears to Veterans
The Military Pensions Board, MPB, commenced the implementation of newly approved pension rates for military pensioners following adjustments arising from the new minimum wage.
The Board disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, October 2, by its Public Relations Officer, Squadron Leader Aliyu Mohammed.
According to the statement, the new pension rates have been implemented, while the applicable arrears have been processed for payment into the accounts of all military pensioners effective October 2, 2026.
The Board expressed appreciation to military pensioners for their patience, understanding and cooperation throughout the implementation process.
It reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring timely pension payments and improving pension administration in recognition of the sacrifices and invaluable service rendered by Nigeria’s military veterans.
The development is expected to provide relief to retired military personnel whose pension entitlements are affected by the adjustment.
3. Boko Haram Attack Kills Three Soldiers, Forest Guard
Three soldiers and a forest guard have been killed after suspected Boko Haram insurgents attacked a military base in Garaha-Mojili, Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
As reported by Daily Post, the attackers reportedly stormed the military position around midnight on Wednesday, hours before Nigeria marked its 66th Independence anniversary, triggering a fierce gun battle with the troops.
The insurgents were said to have arrived on motorcycles, with each motorcycle carrying heavily armed fighters, according to the Chairman of Hong Local Government Area, Aliyu Yerima Sa’ad Hong.
The council chairman disclosed that 10 other soldiers sustained injuries during the confrontation and were taken to the Federal Medical Centre in Hong for treatment.
He also said two women were reportedly abducted during the attack, while several insurgents were believed to have suffered gunshot wounds as troops engaged them.
4. EFCC Opens New Zonal Offices In Anambra, Imo
The anti-corruption agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has opened new zonal operational offices in Anambra and Imo states, a development the commission said would bring its fight against economic and financial crimes closer to businesses, government institutions and residents in the two states.
The EFCC Chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede, who spoke at the opening ceremony on Friday, said the new facility would significantly strengthen the commission’s capacity to investigate and prosecute financial crimes while providing greater access to justice and accountability across Anambra and Imo.
He said the Awka office was not merely an expansion of the commission’s geographical presence, but a deliberate effort to protect legitimate economic activities and foster closer collaboration with governments, businesses and citizens in the two states.
Olukoyede noted that the creation of the Awka Directorate, alongside recent expansions in Ekiti and Katsina states, aimed to broaden the commission’s institutional presence, expand access to justice and protect legitimate economic activities.
He stated that the EFCC was expanding its focus towards prevention by, among other things, monitoring Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, releases to safeguard public funds before theft occurred. He also called on communities to make whistleblowing a norm and maintain a conscious watch over financial transactions.
Reassuring citizens that EFCC officers were deployed strictly to enforce the law within its legal limits and not to oppress the public, the EFCC boss revealed that the new Awka Zonal Directorate was expected to significantly boost intelligence gathering, accelerate financial crime prosecutions, safeguard public revenues and strengthen investor confidence across Anambra and Imo states and the wider South-East region.
The event attracted the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, who represented President Bola Tinubu; Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo; Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma; prominent members of the National Assembly; traditional rulers from Anambra and Imo; captains of industry; and other stakeholders.
5. Police Warns Against Misinformation In Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has warned residents, political actors and social media users against spreading false information, unsubstantiated allegations and fabricated narratives to create tension and undermine public peace.
The command issued the warning on Thursday, October 1, and made it available to journalists on Friday, October 2, amid the circulation of what it described as misinformation and misleading reports concerning recent developments in the state.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, the command said it would not allow false or misleading information to be used to confuse the public, incite hostility or threaten the security of the state.
It urged residents, political actors, commentators, social media users and content creators to verify information before publishing or circulating it, warning against presenting speculation, hearsay or fabrication as fact.
6. International Cooperation Boosts NDLEA Fight Against Rising Crystal Meth Production In Nigeria
International collaboration and intelligence sharing are helping the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, track and dismantle increasingly sophisticated crystal methamphetamine operations in Nigeria, the agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, has said.
Femi Babafemi said the NDLEA had expanded its intelligence network globally, enabling it to monitor the movements of suspected drug traffickers and work with international partners to track suspects who flee Nigeria.
He made the remarks during a discussion on the Panel54 podcast on the growing production, trafficking and consumption of methamphetamine, commonly known as crystal meth, in West Africa.
According to him, the agency’s collaboration with international partners had strengthened its ability to pursue drug traffickers beyond Nigeria’s borders.
7. Delta CP Warns Against Land Grabbing, Violence Over Disputed Properties
The Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel E. Erale, psc, mnips, has warned individuals, communities and groups against land grabbing and violence arising from land disputes across the state, particularly in the Amachai axis of Okpanam, Asaba, and other affected areas.
The warning follows reports of land disputes degenerating into confrontations and activities capable of threatening lives and disrupting public peace.
CP Erale cautioned against the forceful takeover of disputed land, encroachment on property, intimidation of lawful occupants, destruction of property and the use of thugs to enforce alleged claims of ownership.
He stressed that no claim to land, however strongly held, gives anyone the right to resort to force or self-help. Persons contesting ownership, possession, boundaries or other interests in land are advised to seek redress before a court of competent jurisdiction and allow the law to take its course.
The Commissioner further directed Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers across the state to respond promptly whenever land disputes involve criminality or pose a threat to public peace. Anyone found culpable of offences such as forcible entry, threats to life, assault, malicious damage or intimidation will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
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State-by-State Executive Summary of NPF Operational Successes, Saturday, October 3, 2026. Courtesy: FPRO, CSP Ani Iniedu, anipr.
1. SOKOTO STATE:
✅ Police tactical teams, Anti-Kidnapping Unit and VCRU operatives successfully repelled an attack by armed bandits at Tsabre Village, forcing the perpetrators to flee into the forest.
Two rocket launchers and two empty AK-47 magazines were successfully recovered during a follow-up bush combing operation.
One mobile phone, torchlight, army jungle hat, sweater cap, five pairs of sandals and a rain jacket were also recovered.
No casualty was recorded among the joint security teams or villagers.
🔹 Status: SCID Sokoto Investigating.
✅ Police tactical teams, alongside Army personnel, successfully intervened in a communal clash between two communities in Goronyo LGA and restored normalcy.
🔹 Status: SCID Sokoto Investigating.
2. TARABA STATE:
✅ Police rescue teams, through sustained operational pressure, successfully rescued three of the five kidnapped victims unharmed.
The rescued victims were safely reunited with their families.
🔹 Status: SCID Jalingo Investigating.
3. OYO STATE:
✅ Police operatives, acting on credible intelligence, successfully raided a criminal hideout in Sabo, Ibadan.
Three suspected armed robbers were successfully arrested.
An iPhone 7 Plus belonging to a deceased victim of the robbery incident was successfully recovered.
The suspects were identified during an identification parade and subsequently confessed to the crime.
🔹 Status: SCID Ibadan Investigating.
4. AKWA IBOM STATE:
✅ Police operatives, acting on credible intelligence, successfully raided a criminal hideout at Itiam Etoi Village, Uyo, and arrested three suspects.
Large quantities of substances suspected to be cannabis sativa and other illicit drugs were successfully recovered.
Police operatives on stop-and-search duty successfully arrested another suspect in possession of one long single-barrel gun, one machete and a bag of gunpowder.
🔹 Status: SCID Uyo Investigating.
5. OGUN STATE:
✅ Police operatives, acting on credible information, successfully arrested three suspected cult members at Agbado.
Exhibits recovered include substances suspected to be cannabis sativa, an axe, laptops, soap and drug pipes.
Nine kidnapped travellers were successfully rescued unhurt following sustained operational pressure by the Police and other security agencies.
The rescued victims were debriefed and reunited with their families.
🔹 Status: SCID Abeokuta Investigating.
6. CROSS RIVER STATE:
✅ Police detectives successfully arrested a suspect following a reported threat to life.
One locally fabricated single-barrel long gun and two live cartridges were successfully recovered from the suspect.
🔹 Status: SCID Calabar Investigating.
7. BENUE STATE:
✅ Personnel of Operation Zenda JTF successfully responded to an ambush by armed bandits along Amaafu-Abaji Road.
One bandit was successfully neutralized, while others fled into the surrounding bushes.
One locally fabricated firearm was successfully recovered.
No casualty was recorded among Police personnel.
🔹 Status: SCID Makurdi Investigating.
8. EBONYI STATE:
✅ Police operatives successfully arrested a suspected criminal at a hideout in Ezenmahi Village, Onicha LGA.
One locally made single-barrel short gun was successfully recovered from the suspect.
🔹 Status: SCID Abakaliki Investigating.
9. ENUGU STATE:
✅ Police detectives successfully arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a 16-year-old boy.
The victim’s corpse and the stick allegedly used in the commission of the crime were successfully recovered.
The motorcycle belonging to the deceased was also recovered.
🔹 Status: SCID Enugu Investigating.
10. CROSS RIVER STATE:
✅ Police operatives successfully intervened in an unlawful detention incident and rescued two victims.
The rescued victims were conveyed to the Police Hospital for medical treatment.
🔹 Status: SCID Calabar Investigating.
11. EKITI STATE:
✅ Police detectives successfully arrested one suspect in connection with the death of a staff member of a microfinance bank.
The corpse was successfully evacuated to the hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
🔹 Status: SCID Ado-Ekiti Investigating.
12. OGUN STATE:
✅ Police operatives successfully arrested suspects following an assault on police officers during a surveillance operation.
Two vehicles involved in the incident were successfully recovered and impounded.
🔹 Status: SCID Abeokuta Investigating.
13. KATSINA STATE:
✅ Police tactical teams successfully responded to an attack by armed bandits along the Funtua–Zaria Road.
The operatives successfully engaged and repelled the attackers, restoring normal traffic flow along the route.
🔹 Status: SCID Katsina Investigating.
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