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IGP partly complies with court order in missing Anozie case, lawyer seeks full implementation
IGP partly complies with court order in missing Anozie case, lawyer seeks full implementation
By: Michael Mike
The Inspector General of Police has taken a significant step towards complying with a Federal High Court judgment in the case surrounding the abduction and disappearance of Mr. John Chukwuemeka Anozie, who allegedly went missing after being abducted by operatives of the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Anambra State in 2017.
At the resumed hearing of contempt proceedings in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/865/2025, Engr. Nnenna Anozie v. Inspector General of Police, before Justice Binta F.M. Nyako on Friday, counsel to the applicant, Vincent Adodo, disclosed that he was informed by the court of a notice of compliance filed by counsel to the Inspector General of Police, Stanley Nwodo.
According to the notice, the police have forwarded the case file, containing the legal advice and investigation report into the abduction and disappearance of Mr. Anozie, to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, in line with one of the orders contained in the Federal High Court judgment delivered on September 24, 2025.
The applicant’s legal team welcomed the development, describing it as an important milestone in the long-running search for justice, while urging the police authorities to fully implement the remaining aspects of the court’s judgment.
Among the outstanding orders, according to the applicant’s counsel, are the release of a Certified True Copy of the duplicate case file to Mrs. Nnenna Anozie, the arrest of two officers identified as ASP Anthony Obiozor Ikechukwu and Sergeant Ugochukwu Emeana, who were named as principal suspects in the alleged abduction, and their handover to the Attorney General for prosecution.
The applicant is also seeking enforcement of the court’s order directing the Inspector General of Police to pay ₦2 million damages awarded by the court for the violation of Mrs Anozie’s right to freedom of information.
Reacting to the proceedings, Adodo commended the Inspector General of Police for complying with the directive to transmit the investigation file to the Attorney General, expressing optimism that the remaining orders would also be implemented.
He also praised Justice Nyako for what he described as compassion and commitment to ensuring justice for the applicant, whose husband allegedly disappeared after being taken by SARS operatives in Awkuzu, Anambra State, in June 2017 and has not been seen since.
According to the lawyer, the progress achieved in the matter is largely attributable to the court’s determination to ensure accountability and justice in the prolonged case.
IGP partly complies with court order in missing Anozie case, lawyer seeks full implementation
ECOWAS Inspection Team Assesses Readiness of Nigerian Standby Force in Ondo
By: Zagazola Makama
An inspection team from the ECOWAS Force Headquarters and Army Headquarters has assessed the operational readiness of Nigeria’s ECOWAS standby force at Naquora Barracks in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the team, led by Brig.-Gen. Sheikh Sulaiman Massaquoi, visited the barracks on Nov. 7, 2026, to evaluate the troops’ preparedness for possible deployment.
The team received briefings on troop readiness, training and administrative matters, and witnessed demonstrations on roadblock operations and crowd dispersal.
Massaquoi commended the troops for their performance and urged them to sustain high standards of professionalism, discipline and physical fitness.
The inspection visit ended without any incident.
ECOWAS Inspection Team Assesses Readiness of Nigerian Standby Force in Ondo
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt and rescued a gunshot-wounded victim along the Rafin Sanyi axis in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 6 OPEP, deployed at Sopp, responded to a distress report at about 9:40 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026, after suspected kidnappers blocked the road in the area.
The swift intervention of the troops reportedly forced the criminals to flee before they could carry out their operation.
The troops subsequently combed the area and rescued one occupant of a Sharon vehicle who had sustained a gunshot wound.
The victim was evacuated to the Nigerian Army Medical Outpost at Tigi, where he received first aid treatment.
Troops have continued to dominate the general area through fighting patrols to prevent the criminals from regrouping and forestall further attacks.
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Gunshot-Wounded Victim in Plateau
Troops Raid Jos Hotel, Arrest Five Suspects Over Phone Snatching, Recover 26 Phones
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have raided a hotel along Baring Road in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, arresting five suspected criminals and recovering 26 mobile phones and other items.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sector 1 OPEP, while on patrol, responded to a report of phone snatching at about 9:00 p.m. on Nov. 6, 2026.
Following the incident, the stolen phone was reportedly tracked to Prime House Hotel within the area, prompting the troops to conduct a raid on the facility.
The operation led to the arrest of five suspects identified as Tahir Suleiman, 25; Muhammed Ahmed, 25; Muhammed Labaran Haruna, 27; Yahya Yunusa, 20; and Aisha Mohammad, 22.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of the tracked phone, while a further search led to the recovery of 26 mobile phones, 27 pouches, three MP devices, two earpods, an HP laptop, a knife and four power banks.
The vehicle belonging to the suspects was also towed to the headquarters of Sector 1 for a comprehensive search.
The suspects and recovered exhibits remain in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
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