Kaduna frees 500 kidnapped victims through dialogue
Kaduna State Government reveals successful negotiation efforts leading to the release of approximately 500 kidnapped victims across the state in recent security operations.
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Senator Barau Urges Sustained Military Action Against Bandits
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin calls for continuous military operations to eliminate bandits threatening Kano's peace and security, urging collaboration between security agencies and local communities.
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.
Barau Demands Sustained Military Action Against Bandits
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin calls for intensified military operations against bandits while commending security forces for their recent successes in neutralizing terrorists across Nigeria.
Kaduna offered bandits education, livelihood opportunities
Kaduna State Government discloses comprehensive approach to banditry, including education and economic empowerment offers to militants before recent security operations.
Gunmen Kill Two in Kogi Community Attack
Armed assailants unleash violence in Kogi community, leaving two dead and one fighting for life. Security concerns escalate as residents demand immediate government intervention.
Katsina Budgets ₦341bn for Social Sector in 2026
Katsina State Government announces massive ₦341 billion investment in social services for 2026 fiscal year, focusing on education, healthcare, and poverty reduction initiatives across the state.
Nigerian Troops Kill 19 Bandits in Kano Operation
Gallant Nigerian soldiers prevent potential bloodbath in Kano as they engage bandits in intense firefight, neutralizing 19 terrorists while paying the ultimate price in defense of citizens.
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.
NSCDC Arrests 5 Kidnap Gang Members on Zaria-Kano Road
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps makes major breakthrough, arresting five suspected kidnappers who've been terrorizing commuters along the deadly Zaria-Kano expressway. Exclusive details inside.
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.
Ex-Military Gov Inaugurates N4.1b Sokoto Road Project
Ex-Military Governor Major General Mohammed Amao inaugurates transformative N4.1 billion road project in Sokoto, enhancing connectivity and economic growth in Northwest Nigeria.
Katsina Ex-Chairman's Son Freed After 9 Months Captivity
The young son of a former Katsina local government chairman has been released from captivity after nine terrifying months with bandits. Get the full story of his emotional reunion with family.
Troops kill 19 bandits as terrorists attack Kano communities
In a significant security operation, Nigerian military forces have neutralized 19 armed bandits during intense confrontations, while separate terrorist attacks targeted communities in Kano State, leaving residents in panic.
Troops Eliminate Bandits in Kano Attack Foil
Nigerian military forces successfully repel bandit attack in Kano State, neutralizing terrorists in fierce gun battle. Latest security victory in Northwest region.
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.
Bandits Attack Kano Communities, Kill Three
Terror returns to Kano as bandits attack multiple communities, leaving three dead and residents fleeing. Latest security crisis unfolds in Northern Nigeria.
Kebbi Deputy Speaker Kidnapped by Bandits
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have kidnapped Hon. Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, Deputy Speaker of Kebbi State House of Assembly, in a late-night attack on his residence in Birnin Kebbi.
Sokoto's Healthcare Revolution Under Ahmad Aliyu
Discover how Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu's groundbreaking healthcare initiatives are saving lives and improving medical access across Northwest Nigeria.
Kebbi Deputy Speaker Kidnapped by Gunmen
Armed assailants have kidnapped Kebbi State Deputy Speaker Muhammadu Buhari Aliero in a brazen attack, raising serious security concerns in Nigeria's northwest region.
Bandits Kill Village Head in Sokoto Attack
Tragedy strikes Sokoto as armed bandits kill village head and two residents in latest security breach, raising concerns about safety in rural communities.
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.
Bandits Kill Cleric, Abduct 20 in Kaduna Church Raid
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have stormed a church in Kaduna State, killing a cleric and abducting at least 20 worshippers during Sunday service. The attack has left the community in panic as security forces launch search operations.
SWEST Summit: Resolutions vs Political Inertia
The recent SWEST security summit generated ambitious resolutions, but experts question political will for implementation as Nigeria's security challenges persist.
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.
KEDCO Starts $550M World Bank Metering Scheme
Kano Electricity Distribution Company kicks off transformative mass metering program backed by World Bank funding, promising relief from estimated billing for millions of customers across Northwest Nigeria.
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 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.
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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