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Police Arrest Tiktoker Peller For Attempted Su!cide, Reckless Driving

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested popular TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, known as Peller, following the circulation of a video showing him engaging in reckless driving that led to a crash during a live broadcast.

Information released in a statement on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, indicated that the arrest was prompted by public condemnation of the incident, which took place on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

Police authorities explained that the influencer’s conduct posed a grave risk to lives and demanded swift action to prevent further harm.

“The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained, for further investigation, Habeeb Hamzat aka ‘PELLER’, subsequent to the viral video that surfaced online on Sunday 14th December, 2025, in which he was seen driving recklessly, leading to a dangerous road crash and serious motor accident, while the incident was being live-streamed, thereby endangering his life and that of other road users”, the statement partly read.

The command stressed that the behaviour was highly irresponsible and could easily have led to loss of life, either for the suspect himself or for unsuspecting motorists and pedestrians.

“His action constitutes a deliberate attempt to commit suicide and endangers the lives of other innocent people”,. the statement continued.

Authorities further revealed that the case file has now been forwarded to the State Criminal Investigation Department for an in-depth investigation.

“The case is currently being investigated by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). The outcome of the investigation will be made public, and the suspect will be charged to the court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with the law”, it added.

The police also noted that the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, CP Olohundare Jimoh, used the opportunity to caution social media influencers and the general public against misusing digital platforms to promote illegal or hazardous activities.

“The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, CP Olohundare Jimoh, strongly warns social media influencers, content creators and general members of the public to desist from using social media platforms to engage in or promote reckless, dangerous, or unlawful and criminal acts”. it added.

He stressed that acts of this nature would attract strict legal consequences and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to impartial law enforcement.

“Such lawlessness will not be tolerated, and the full weight of the law will be applied on any offender. The Command further urges all road users to comply strictly with traffic regulations and remains committed to ensuring public peace and safety at all times.”

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Police Officers Recover Gold Buried By Boko Haram Attack Victim

Borno State police have recovered gold valued at N23.6 million, which a woman reportedly buried in Mallamfatori, Abadam Local Government Area, 15 years ago while fleeing a Boko Haram attack.

According to the woman, she hid the gold in the sand before fleeing the town. She recently returned and reported the matter to the police, asking for help to find the items.

ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, spokesperson of the Borno State Police Command, said officers searched the area based on her description.

He said they recovered “22cc of gold valued at about N20m” and “a gold bracelet with a chain worth N3.6m.”

The police said the case shows how insurgency forced many residents to abandon their belongings while escaping violence.

Commissioner of Police Naziru Abdulmajid commended the Mallamfatori Divisional Police Officer and his team for what he called“honesty, professionalism, and integrity.”

He said their actions reflect the values of the Nigeria Police Force and help build public trust.

CP Abdulmajid also restated the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, urging residents to work closely with the police to strengthen security in the state.

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Police Arrest Man With 56 Fake $100 Bills In Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old man, Lawan Isa, for being in possession of 56 counterfeit $100 bills.

The spokesperson of the command, SP Shi’isu Lawan Adam, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 said four Android phones and one keypad handset were recovered from the suspect.

“Acting on credible intelligence, on 5th October 2025, at about 1700hrs, operatives attached to Gidan Lage Outstation under Ringim Division arrested one Lawan Isa ‘m’ age 33yrs of Dorayi Karama, Kano State, at Gidan Lage Market in possession of fifty-six (56) pieces of 100-USDo notes and one (1) piece of 1-USD note, all suspected to be counterfeit,” the statement read.

“On investigation, the suspect could not give any satisfactory explanation regarding the fake currencies in his possession.

“The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Dutse, for meticulous investigation.”

The Commissioner of Police, CP Dahiru Muhammad, commended the diligence and professionalism of officers involved in these successful operations.

He urged members of the public to remain law-abiding and vigilant and to continue providing credible information to the police and other security agencies to help in the ongoing fight against crime across the State.

The command assured the public of its commitment to protecting lives and property while ensuring that criminals have no hiding place within the State.

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How Criminals Hide Behind Tinted Vehicles To Commit Crimes – Police

As the Nigeria Police Force begins enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit regulation, the Borno State Police Command has revealed that armed robbers, kidnappers, drug traffickers, and terrorists now use tinted vehicles to carry out their criminal operations.

The Command’s spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, said this in a statement released on Saturday, October 4. He mentioned that the use of tinted car windows to perpetuate crime was uncovered through Crime Frequency Data.

“Through our Crime Frequency Data, evidence has shown that tinted vehicles have frequently been used to conceal or facilitate serious crimes. Armed robbers, kidnappers, drug traffickers, and terrorists have all taken advantage of tinted glasses to hide their identities or illicit objects” Daso said

He highlighted recent examples to show the dangers posed by unchecked tinted windows.

“One stark example is the m#rder of a University of Maiduguri lecturer on April 2, 2024. After assailants whisked away his vehicle, investigators turned to CCTV footage. The car was visible, but the suspects’ faces were impossible to identify because the windows were heavily tinted, delaying justice at a critical stage,” he explained.

Daso also recalled a separate tragedy on September 26, 2025, when three children suffocated inside a dark-tinted car after locking themselves in. He said passersby could not see them in time to intervene.

He stressed that regulation was necessary to strike a balance between public safety and legitimate personal use.

“Beyond these, countless cases link tinted vehicles to kidnappings, contraband movement, and armed robbery operations. Criminals exploit the anonymity that dark glass provides. Failing to regulate it leaves law enforcement handicapped and the public vulnerable” he said

The police spokesman clarified that exemptions exist, noting that factory-fitted tinted windows, some VIPs, and individuals with medical conditions such as photophobia will not be affected.

“Contrary to misperceptions, the Police are not imposing a blanket ban on tinted vehicles. Legitimate exemptions exist” he said

Daso explained that owners of tinted vehicles would now be required to register and secure permits.

“This digital process captures biometric information, NIN, and full vehicle details, creating a verifiable database that strengthens investigations. When a tinted vehicle is linked to a crime, authorities can trace its owner swiftly,” he stated.

He assured citizens that the system would not be used to vilify Nigerians.

“The reality is simple: tinted vehicles without proper accountability undermine security. The tragic cases of Maiduguri, alongside countless other incidents nationwide, prove that failure to regulate tinted glass can cost lives.

The Nigeria Police Force has made its position clear: officers must act professionally, respect citizens’ rights, and avoid exploitation. Commands have been directed to enforce accountability mechanisms, and citizens are encouraged to report unprofessional conduct through the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) for prompt action,” he added.

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We’ve Not Been Served Court Order Stopping Enforcement Of Tinted Glass Permit – Police

The Nigeria Police Force has stated that it has not yet been officially served with the court order halting the enforcement of the tinted glass permit.

Recall that a Federal High Court sitting in Warri had on Friday directed the police to put the enforcement on hold and maintain the status quo.

The court urged the Force to respect ongoing judicial proceedings.

A human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong had posted the report on his official X handle, seizing the attention of the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin.

Reacting to the post, stated that the police had not yet been officially served with the court order cited by Effiong.

He, however, argued that the point number 8 of the court order which stated that Relieve 1, 2, and 3 are hereby refused is not being reported.

He wrote, “While we have not been officially served the court order you’re making reference to, let me, in the meantime, show point no. 8 (of the same order) since you left that part out and focused only on point no. 6. Nigerians deserve a complete picture, not a skewed one.”

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How A Nigerian Cleric Was Arrested With Human Flesh In Oyo

The Oyo State Police Command has apprehended an Islamic cleric, identified as Alfa Bashiru, for allegedly possessing suspected human flesh.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Adewale Osifeso, confirmed the arrest in a statement released via the Command’s official X handle on Wednesday.

According to him, officers attached to the Federal Highway Patrol intercepted a white bus with registration number XA 551 IRG at the Toll Gate axis of the Ibadan Expressway around 11:30 a.m., during which the cleric was found with the item.

When questioned, Bashiru allegedly confessed that he purchased the suspected human flesh in Lagos.

Osifeso noted that the case has been handed over to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Iyaganku, for a thorough probe.

“The recovered substance has been sent for forensic analysis to ascertain its authenticity and origin,” the police spokesperson stated.

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Police dismiss viral ‘wanted’ poster of Iyabo Ojo as fake

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has debunked a viral “wanted” notice circulating online about Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, describing it as fake and misleading.

The poster, which had the inscription “SPECIAL POLICE WANTED” alongside the actress’s photograph, went viral across social media platforms on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The fake notice had claimed that Iyabo Ojo was wanted by the Office of the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit, sparking mixed reactions among Nigerians.

The statement read:

“FAKE NEWS ALERT! This ‘WANTED’ poster of actress Iyabo Ojo did not emanate from the Nigeria Police Force. It is false, misleading & was never posted on any official NPF platform.”

The police further cautioned against the spread of misinformation, urging Nigerians to always verify news through the NPF’s official channels.

“Disregard & stop spreading fake news. Verify only from official NPF channels,” the statement added.

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Herdsmen Kill Nine Persons Including Police Officer In Fresh Benue Attacks

At least nine people, including a police officer, have reportedly been killed in a series of coordinated attacks by suspected armed herders in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State.

The deadly assaults, said to have started on Friday and continued through Tuesday, targeted four different communities in the troubled local government area.

Residents identified the affected villages to include Okwutanobe, Okpokpolo, Olegagbani, and Ikpele.

Local sources alleged that the attackers often crossed into Benue from neighbouring Kogi State to carry out raids before retreating.

A resident, who identified himself simply as Odenyi, was quoted as saying, “The attacks started last Friday at Okwutanobe where two people were k!lled.

“On Saturday, they attacked Okpokpolo and k!lled one person. On Monday, the armed herders invaded Olegagbani and k!lled one person.

“Today (Tuesday), they attacked Ikpele, where they k!lled one police officer and four people.”

The Chairman of the Agatu Local Government Area, James Melvin, who also confirmed the k!llings, stated that a total of nine lives were lost across the four communities within the space of three days.

“It’s true. I can confirm to you that four people were k!lled in Okwutanobe, Okpokpolo and Olegagbani, while five people, including a police officer, were k!lled in Ikpele today,” Melvin was quoted as saying.

The council boss said the attacks might be reprisals linked to allegations of cattle rustling made by herders in the area.

“We condemn these attacks, and I think it was a reprisal to their earlier report of cattle rustling in Agatu communities,” he said.

“We are appealing to them to give the government time to investigate the alleged rustling instead of taking the law into their own hands.”

Meanwhile, just two days prior to the fresh wave of violence, the Benue State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) had raised alarm over the alleged rustling of approximately 340 cattle in Agatu during the month of July.

The association’s secretary, Ibrahim Galma, claimed criminal elements within the local government area were responsible for the theft.

Melvin further lamented that the poor road infrastructure in Agatu hampers swift response by security forces.

“You know the roads in Agatu are bad. Even when the security men receive a distress call, it can take them up to four hours to navigate some areas due to the bad terrain, so the armed herders would wreak havoc and leave,” he explained.

However, the Benue State Police Command has not released an official statement about the attacks.

The Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Catherine Udeme Edet, said she had not yet received official information about the latest k!llings.

Benue State, particularly Agatu and other border LGAs, has endured recurrent attacks by suspected herdsmen over the years.

In June, over 200 people were massacred in Yelwata community in an overnight attack by suspected armed herdsmen.

In April 2024, at least 25 people were k!lled in coordinated raids on Ugbobi and Odugbeho communities in Agatu.

Similarly, earlier in March, another series of attacks across Apa and Otukpo LGAs left dozens dead and hundreds displaced.

The state government has repeatedly called on the federal authorities to intervene, citing the heavy toll the violence has taken on rural communities and food production.

Despite ongoing military operations in parts of the Middle Belt under the Operation Whirl Stroke initiative, residents continue to express concern over the frequency and impunity of the attacks.

As tension mounts in Agatu and neighbouring areas, local leaders and civil society groups have renewed calls for improved security deployment, faster response times, and long-term conflict resolution strategies, particularly around grazing and land use disputes between farmers and herders.

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