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This article is an archive page on The Guardian Nigeria News for the Anti-Kidnapping Violent Crime Response Unit (AK-VCRU).
The FCT Police Command has launched a new Violent Crime Response Unit aimed at tackling kidnapping, armed robbery, and other serious crimes in Abuja, Nigeria.
The Bauchi State Police Command has launched a new Violent Crime Response Unit to address issues such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and banditry, aiming to enhance security in the region.

Nigeria's Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olatunji Disu, announced a major reform within the police force, creating and deploying Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs) nationwide to replace the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams.

Operatives of the Command's Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) arrested 11 suspected cultists, including LAUTECH students, and recovered firearms, foiling a planned attack.
The Kogi State Police Command in Nigeria has launched a new Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to combat armed banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes in the state.
The Katsina State Police Command has launched a new Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to combat armed robbery, kidnapping, and banditry, aiming to enhance security in the region.
The Kano police force has launched a new Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) aimed at tackling robbery, kidnapping, and other violent crimes, while pledging to uphold human rights.

A Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police has activated a violent crime response unit in Kebbi, Nigeria. The police chief stated that this initiative aligns with the Inspector General of Police's directive to reduce crime nationwide.

The Violent Crime Response Unit of the Kwara State Police Command has arrested four suspected terrorists, including their leader Umar Abubakar, known as 'Manti,' believed to be responsible for multiple kidnappings.

Nigerian political parties, including the APC, conducted primaries and announced candidates for upcoming elections, with some members winning tickets while others faced disqualification or defection. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) also received a presidential candidate.
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command in Abuja, Nigeria, has dissolved existing tactical squads and merged them into a new Violent Crime Response Unit to enhance operational efficiency and discipline.