Gunmen kidnap 6 defence ministry directors in Kogi
Six defence ministry directors were abducted by gunmen on Kaba-Lokoja highway. The incident highlights Nigeria's escalating security crisis. Read full details.
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Bandits kill elderly brothers, abduct residents in Katsina
Terror struck multiple Katsina communities as bandits killed two elderly brothers and kidnapped numerous residents in coordinated overnight attacks, highlighting the worsening security situation in Northwest Nigeria.
Woman Arrested Transporting Ammo to Zamfara Bandits
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted a woman allegedly transporting ammunition to bandits in Zamfara state. The suspect was caught with 756 rounds of live ammunition concealed in her luggage.
DSS Dismisses 115 Staff as Bandits Attack Niger
Nigeria's Department of State Services conducts major staff overhaul while bandits intensify cross-border assaults, raising security concerns across West Africa.
Doctor's Harrowing Tale from Bandit-Ravaged Zamfara
A Nigerian medical doctor shares chilling experiences from working in Zamfara community where bandits rule - including the tragic case of a 6-month pregnant woman assaulted and her husband murdered.
Bandits Target Nigerian Imams: List of Attacks and Victims
Disturbing revelations emerge as bandits systematically target Islamic clerics and worship centers across Northern Nigeria, leaving communities in mourning and raising security concerns.
Shinkafi: 4 Nigerian States Face Carries Strike Threat
Former governorship candidate Sani Shinkafi identifies four Nigerian states facing severe security threats from Carries militants. Exclusive details on the escalating crisis and government response.
Security Forces Intercept Gunrunner in Zamfara
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.
PDP slams Zamfara APC's early Tinubu endorsement
Nigeria's main opposition party PDP has strongly condemned Zamfara State APC's premature endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for second term, labeling the move as undemocratic and disrespectful to Nigerian voters.
Zamfara Governor Appoints Two New Aides
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has strengthened his administration with the appointment of two new senior aides, signaling fresh strategic direction for the northwestern state.
Kwara Bandits Kill 7 Traders, 1 Critical in Ambush
Terror struck Kwara State as armed bandits launched a deadly ambush on market traders, leaving 7 dead and 1 critically injured in what witnesses describe as a brutal attack.
Coalition Seeks Review of Judgment Sacking Zamfara Rep
A coalition of civil society groups challenges court judgment removing Zamfara lawmaker for joining APC, citing constitutional concerns and political implications for Nigeria's democracy.
Court Sacks Zamfara Rep For PDP to APC Defection
Federal High Court nullifies election of Zamfara representative for defecting from PDP to APC. Legal precedent set on party defections in Nigeria's political landscape.
Court Sacks Zamfara Rep for Defecting to APC
In a groundbreaking judgment, the Federal High Court in Sokoto has removed Hon. Kabiru Maipalace from the House of Representatives for illegally switching parties from PDP to APC. This ruling sets a major precedent for Nigeria's political landscape.
Court sacks Zamfara Rep over defection, orders refund
Federal High Court delivers groundbreaking judgment, removing Zamfara House of Representatives member for defecting from PDP to APC and mandating full salary repayment.
Nigeria Violence Forces Mass Displacement - Crisis Deepens
Disturbing reports reveal escalating violence across Nigeria, with communities facing brutal attacks and mass displacement while government response remains inadequate.
APC Gains Majority in Zamfara State Assembly
Zamfara State witnesses significant political realignment as APC gains control of the State Assembly following defections from opposition parties, reshaping the state's governance landscape.
Bandits Kill Kaduna Pastor, Abduct Church Members
Tragedy strikes Kaduna as armed bandits kill Reverend Pastor Manasseh and kidnap multiple church members during violent raid on worship center
Kebbi Police Arrest 50-Year-Old in Traveler Murder Case
Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 50-year-old man for the gruesome murder of a traveler from Zamfara. Get full details of this shocking crime and police investigation.
Zamfara PDP Blasts APC Over Economic Reform Criticism
Zamfara State PDP accuses APC of deliberate misinformation campaign to undermine Governor Dauda Lawal's economic reforms amid growing public support for recovery efforts.
Troops neutralize bandits, recover weapons in Zamfara
Nigerian troops achieve significant victory against banditry in Zamfara State, eliminating numerous terrorists and recovering sophisticated weapons in coordinated security operations.
Bandit Kingpin Jankare Killed in Katsina Rival Clash
Jankare, one of Katsina's most wanted bandit leaders, has been reportedly killed during a violent confrontation with rival gangs in Jibia Local Government Area.
Zamfara PDP Condemns Lawmakers' Defection to Ruling Party
The Peoples Democratic Party in Zamfara State has strongly condemned the defection of state lawmakers to the ruling party, warning of severe political consequences and questioning the timing of their move.
Gold for Guns: How Mining Funds Terror in Northwest
Exclusive investigation reveals how bandits trade stolen gold for sophisticated weapons, creating a dangerous cycle of violence and terror across Nigeria's northwestern states.
Zamfara Assembly Member Defects from PDP to APC
In a significant political realignment, Zamfara State Assembly member Hon. Yusuf Muhammad and several PDP officials have officially defected to the ruling APC, citing governance concerns and party leadership issues.
Zamfara Farmers Get Game-Changing Agricultural Training
Zamfara Local Government Commission launches transformative training program for farmers, focusing on modern techniques to enhance productivity and combat food insecurity in Northwest Nigeria.
Zamfara Gov Meets Tinubu Amid PDP Collapse
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal makes emergency visit to President Tinubu amid mass defection of PDP members to APC, signaling potential collapse of opposition in the state.
Zamfara PDP: Senator's APC defection no surprise
Zamfara State PDP reveals they anticipated Senator Hassan Nasiha's defection to APC, calling it a positive development that strengthens their party ahead of 2027 elections.
Zamfara's Tech Revolution: Gov Lawal's Digital Agenda
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal announces ambitious technology-driven agenda to combat insecurity and boost development across all sectors.
Bandits Kill Young Farmer in Katsina Attack
Tragedy hits Katsina as armed bandits ambush and kill a young man heading to his farm, highlighting the worsening security crisis in Northern Nigeria.
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