ASP Agabe Blessing

PRESS RELEASE RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND DISSOLVES TACTICAL TEAMS, ESTABLISHES VIOLENT CRIME RESPONSE UNIT The Rivers State Police Command has announced the dissolution of Tactical Teams within the Command, in line with ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency, professionalism, and public confidence in policing. This action is in strict compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, and is being implemented under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, psc, mnips. Following this directive, all disbanded Tactical Teams have been consolidated into a single, specialized formation known as the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). The unit is mandated to respond swiftly and decisively to incidents of violent crime, while adhering to established rules of engagement and respect for fundamental human rights. The Command has also issued a strong warning against extortion, abuse of office, and all forms of unprofessional conduct. Officers are reminded that any violation of the Nigeria Police Force Code of Conduct and professional ethics will attract strict disciplinary action. The Commissioner of Police reassures residents of Rivers State of the Command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property. He further urges members of the public to cooperate with the Police and report any misconduct or suspicious activities. EMERGENCY LINES Complaint  Response Unit (CRU): 07057605209 07057605256 08120822987 07072323049 Control Room: 08032003514 The Rivers State Police Command remains resolute in its mission to deliver effective, accountable, and people-centered policing. ASP AGABE BLESSING KABORLO, Police Public Relations Officer, Rivers State Police Command, 22nd April, 2026.

The Command is aware of this video circulating on X. An investigation is ongoing. We urge the victim(s) to report to the Police Headquarters. Reach out to Complaint Response Unit (CRU) to report police conduct on 07057605209 07057605256 08120822987 07072323049 Police Public Relations Officer 08069905980

“These police officers don’t listen, especially those on the road. They are destroying the work of the new IGP, Tunji Disu. I was informed this incident happened at Iwofe in Rumuolumeni, Obio/Akpor, Rivers State,” ~ Harrison Gwamnishu says

PRESS RELEASE RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND ARREST OF SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS AND RESCUE OF HOSTAGE The Rivers State Police Command has recorded a significant breakthrough in its ongoing efforts to combat crimes within the State. Sequel to the kidnap of one Chukwudekwu Emmanuel (male), a resident of Lagos State, which occurred on 17th February, 2026 at Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, operatives of the Command based at Emohua, leveraging on the technology-driven strategies of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, on 14th April, 2026 at about 1300hrs, successfully apprehended three suspected kidnappers linked to the crime, one Chinedu Okoro (male), 38 years, a native of Imo State, one Okwudiri Njoku (male), 32 years, a native of Ozuzu, Etche Local Government Area and one Onyema Sunday (male), 25 years, a native of Ika, Akwa Ibom State. Preliminary investigation reveals that the suspects specialize in luring unsuspecting victims from different parts of the country through social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Tinder, using the images of reputable personalities to gain trust. The suspects were apprehended while attempting to kidnap another victim, one Chisom Nwokolo George (male), who was deceitfully invited from Anambra State under the pretext of inviting him for an interior decoration job. During investigation, the suspects confessed to multiple kidnapping operations, including: The kidnap of Jennifer Nnaji (female), a resident of Enugu State, on 1st March, 2026, the kidnap of one Lakan Ayodele (male), a resident of Lagos State. Exhibit recovered includes one operational motorcycle with registration number AHD 758 VT. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing gang leader and other members of the syndicate. The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Command, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, psc, mnips, reassure residents of Rivers State of its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property across the State. He also advised the public to be cautious when dealing with unknown persons online. He further stated that individuals should always verify identities of persons and companies for job offers, avoid sharing personal information, and inform trusted relations and friends of their movements before meeting any stranger and Report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or call: EMERGENCY LINES Command Response Unit (CRU): 07057605209 07057605256 08120822987 07072323049 Control Room: 08032003514 Further developments will be communicated as investigations progress. ASP AGABE KABORLO BLESSING Police Public Relations Officer 18th April, 2026

@Ihekante @CspIniedu @PoliceNG_CRU @TunjiDisu1 @PoliceNG @PrinceAdedigba1 @RiversPoliceNG @PoliceNG_Rivers @HarrisonBbi18 The Command is aware of this video circulating on X. An investigation is ongoing. We urge the victim(s) to report to the Police Headquarters. Complaint Response Unit (CRU) 07057605209 07057605256 08120822987 07072323049 Police Public Relations Officer 08069905980

Who will come for this boys help? Iwofe police officers along Nkpor road in Rumuolumeni is doing their Lords doing. @CspIniedu @PoliceNG_CRU @TunjiDisu1 @PoliceNG @PrinceAdedigba1 @RiversPoliceNG @PoliceNG_Rivers @HarrisonBbi18

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RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE JOINT SECURITY OPERATION ON CRIMINAL HIDEOUTS AND RECOVERY OF FIREARMS/ AMMUNITIONS The Rivers State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of a successful joint security operation carried out against criminal elements operating within the State. In compliance with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, the Command continues to collaborate closely with sister security agencies to enhance the protection and security of citizens, while also strengthening inter-agency cooperation and synergy. On 12th April, 2026, at about 1300 hours, Tactical Teams of the Command, in collaboration with sister security agencies including the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Air Force, DSS and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, embarked on a coordinated operation to clear identified criminal camps suspected to be used as hideout for kidnapping and other criminal activities. During the operation, the joint security team identified the criminal hideouts at IPO and IGWURUTA-ALI Camp. In the course of the operation, the following items were recovered,One (1) AK-47 rifle, One (1) pump-action gun, Two hundred and seventy-four (274) rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, Four (4) cartridges, native bulletproof materials, a large iron cutter, communication radios and other items. Preliminary findings indicate that the recovered pump-action gun is suspected to be owned by the leader of the local vigilante group called ( OSPAC) alleged to have been previously abducted. The criminal camps were successfully destroyed. However, one suspect was arrested within that vicinity and still under investigation, while other suspects fled the scene before the arrival of security operatives. Investigation is ongoing with a view to apprehending the fleeing suspects and rescuing the kidnapped victim. The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Command, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, psc, mnips, reassures residents of its unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property and urges the public to continue to support security agencies with credible and timely information that would lead to the arrest of this criminal elements. EMERGENCY LINES Command Response Unit (CRU): 07057605209 07057605256 08120822987 07072323049 Control Room: 08032003514 ASP AGABE KABORLO BLESSING Police Public Relations Officer 14th April, 2026

RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE POLICE ARREST SUSPECT FOR ALLEGED KIDNAPPING AND RAPE The Rivers State Police Command has arrested one Otamiri Prince 'M', aged 24, in connection with a case of alleged kidnapping and rape. Following a report made on 11th April, 2026 by one Miss Thomas Alice (F) aged (24) of Eliozu, Port Harcourt, the victim alleged that she was kidnapped on 3rd January, 2026 by an individual she met online. According to her statement, she was lured to Igwuruta, from where she was subsequently taken by accomplices to a bush in Ulakwo, Etche Local Government Area, where she was assaulted, raped and her valuables taken before she was later released. On receipt of the report, operatives of the Command promptly commenced investigation, leveraging on technology-driven strategies of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, aided the investigation and eventual arrest of the suspect, Otamiri Prince 'm' who confessed to the crime. Exhibits recovered from him include an iPhone, a wig suspected to belong to the victim and other valuables. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang as investigation continues, after which the suspect(s) will be charged to court. The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Command, Cp Olugbenga Adepoju, psc, mnips, advises ladies and workers seeking for online jobs to exercise extreme caution when interacting with individuals met online, urging them to avoid meeting strangers in isolated or unfamiliar locations, always inform trusted family members or friends of their movements, verify identities before physical meetings, choose safe and public locations, and remain vigilant at all times; in case of any suspicion or emergency requiring prompt intervention, members of the public are advised to promptly contact the Police through the designated emergency lines. Command Response Unit (CRU): 07057605209 07057605256 08120822987 07072323049 Control Room: 08032003514 Your safety is paramount—stay alert and security conscious at all times. ASP AGABE KABORLO BLESSING Police Public Relations Officer 12th April, 2026

PRESS RELEASE RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND GETS NEW POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER The Rivers State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has approved the appointment of ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo as the new Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command. ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo is an indigene of Rivers State, from Ogoni in Tai Local Government Area. She was commissioned into the Nigeria Police Force as an Assistant Superintendent of Police in 2023, following the successful completion of a rigorous five-year training programme at the Nigeria Police Academy, where she obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B). She also holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from Rivers State University. In the course of her training and career, she has attended several specialized professional courses, including: •Combat Operations and Counter-Terrorism Course at the Police Mobile Force Training School, Ende Hills, Nasarawa State; •Citizenship and Leadership Training Course at Shere Hills, Jos. ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo has served the Nigeria Police Force in various capacities with commendable professionalism, discipline, and dedication. Her previous postings include: •Divisional Police Station, Okporo; •Human Rights Section (DFA); •Second-in-Command, Police Public Relations Office (PPRO), Rivers State Command. Until her recent appointment, she served as the Second-in-Command in the Police Public Relations Office, Rivers State Command. Members of the public and the media can reach the new PPRO through the following contact numbers: 0903 133 0750 0911 870 0070 Social Media Handles: •X (Twitter): Rivers State Police Command •Facebook: Rivers Police E-News; Agabe Kaborlo •Instagram: agabe.blessing •TikTok: official_ The Rivers State Police Command assures the public of continued transparency, effective communication, and strengthened police-community relations under the leadership of the new PPRO. Signed: CSP Grace Iringe-Koko Outgoing Police Public Relations Officer Rivers State Police Command 10/04/2026 @RiversPoliceNG @PoliceNG