Security experts have raised concerns that insufficient investment in kidnapping investigation skills has left Ugandan law enforcement agencies vulnerable, contributing to rising public anxiety as kidnapping cases increase. The Kampala Metropolitan Police reported three high-profile kidnappings in the past two months, which resulted in two fatalities and one successful rescue, highlighting the challenges faced by police in addressing these incidents.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed claims made in a viral video that purportedly shows a police officer engaging with armed bandits in Katsina State. The police described the narrative as false and misleading, emphasizing their ongoing collaboration with local security volunteers. The statement was issued by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO).

The Nigeria Police Force has refuted claims that its operatives permitted armed bandits to pass through a checkpoint without challenge, stating that the individuals in the viral video are vigilantes, not bandits. The police emphasized the importance of accurate reporting regarding security matters.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya has enhanced its efforts to combat terrorism by training new recruits of the Administration Police Service (APS) in specialized skills aimed at addressing online radicalization and terror financing. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country's defense against terrorist threats.

The Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, CS Murkomen, has condemned the brutality experienced by residents of Kabusa and Ng’endalel villages in Angata Barrikoi, Narok County. He expressed regret on behalf of the government for the beatings and property loss inflicted by law enforcement officers, according to KBC.

Murkomen has issued an apology to residents of Ang’ata Barikoi in Narok for police brutality that occurred during a recent security operation. He condemned the actions of the officers involved, emphasizing that the role of security personnel is to protect citizens rather than to victimize them.