Bandits kill 2 in Kogi community invasion
Suspected bandits invaded Aiyetoro Kiri in Kogi State, killing two residents. Local vigilantes prevented mass abduction of students. Security operations intensified.
Suspected bandits invaded Aiyetoro Kiri in Kogi State, killing two residents. Local vigilantes prevented mass abduction of students. Security operations intensified.
Rival cult groups in Ondo City surrender 17 weapons in police-brokered peace deal. Former members express relief as community partnerships drive disarmament success.
Four tenants killed, five injured in violent land clash at Asaba-Benin Expressway. Armed vigilantes opened fire during attempted eviction. Read full details of the tragedy.
A Nigerian man raises critical questions about the Eruku church attack rescue mission after watching a survivor's video. Were ransoms paid? Who secured the release?
Benue Police arrest three suspects including vigilante commander over deadly Anwule community attack. Key arrests made in ongoing security operation. Read details.
Armed bandits attacked Tarah community in Sokoto, abducting nine people and injuring one. The assault occurred after local vigilantes were redeployed, leaving residents vulnerable.
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has urged the new zonal commander for small arms control to investigate security personnel complicit in the spread of illegal weapons in Southwest Nigeria.
Oba of Lagos calls on NCCSALW to address small arms spread in Southwest, identifies security personnel complicity. Monarch also questions WAEC computer-based exams readiness.
National Bureau of Statistics data shows Nigeria spent N776.9 billion on arms imports from 2020-2025, with 2024 recording the highest expenditure at N520 billion amid rising insecurity.
Nigeria urges international community against 'naming and shaming' over security challenges. Envoy highlights illicit weapons impact on Sahel region. Read full details.
Nigeria's envoy to the UN condemns illicit arms flow in the Sahel, calls for international cooperation over 'naming and shaming'. Read the full statement.
President Tinubu dispatches peace envoy Dr Abiodun Essiet to Plateau State while DSS arrests suspected arms dealer Musa Abubakar. Read about the renewed peace efforts and security breakthrough.
Nigerian troops arrest a suspected gunrunner in Plateau State, recovering 6 fabricated rifles and other illegal arms. A major success in the fight against illicit weapons. Support our security forces by sharing credible information.
DSS captures Musa Abubakar, a key arms dealer supplying weapons to armed groups in Plateau State. Arrest made on November 12, 2025 following intelligence. #Security #Plateau
Vigilantes arrest Muazu Usman for allegedly raping a 9-year-old girl in Pasali community, Gwagwalada. Police confirm case, suspect to face charges.
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The House of Representatives raises alarm over Nigeria's porous borders, with 1,894 entry points unmanned. This exposes the nation to arms smuggling and trafficking, threatening national security.
Chief Imam Alhaji Abdullahi Audu brutally murdered by youths in Sokunkpan over witchcraft allegations. Family demands justice as police arrest suspects.
Isaac and Victor Olayere escaped kidnappers who demanded ₦22 million ransom after captors fell asleep in Edo forest. Monarch reveals dramatic rescue details.
Tragic mob violence rocks Kwara community as Chief Imam is brutally killed, prompting police investigation and arrests in this disturbing case of vigilante justice.
Tragedy strikes in Kwara State as a respected Chief Imam is killed by vigilante members in a violent mob attack that has left the community in shock and raised serious security concerns.
Kogi State vigilantes apprehend a kidnapper who squandered millions in ransom money on lavish parties, hard drugs, and commercial s3x workers in shocking spending spree.
Tragedy strikes in Kwara as brothers accuse local Imam of murdering their sick sibling, leading to violent mob justice that ends in the religious leader's brutal death.
Nigerian police forces have successfully dismantled a sophisticated kidnapping syndicate operating across Delta and Anambra states, recovering dangerous firearms and ammunition in major security breakthrough.
A local vigilante member made a stunning arrest during Governor Umaru Radda's political event, catching a notorious phone thief with 17 stolen mobile phones in his possession.
Explore Nigeria's critical security dilemma as communities arm vigilante groups against rising banditry while government faces arms proliferation concerns. Can security and control coexist?
Nigerian security forces have intercepted a major gunrunner in Zamfara State, recovering sophisticated weapons destined for terrorist groups in a significant blow to bandit operations.
Nigerian Police Force in Oyo State scores major victory against crime as operatives dismantle dangerous criminal network, recover sophisticated weapons and military gear in intelligence-driven raid.
Former President Donald Trump's surprise directive for nuclear weapons testing rattles international community, sparking fears of renewed arms race and diplomatic fallout.
Former US President Donald Trump cancels crucial nuclear weapons control agreement with Russia following Putin's deployment of intermediate-range missile in Ukraine conflict.