Kogi Bandit Attacks Force Suspension of Church Activities
The Obaro of Kabba and CAN have suspended all church services in Kabba/Bunu LGA, Kogi State, due to credible threats of bandit attacks. This follows recent kidnappings and a church invasion.
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Zamfara Lawmaker Assaulted by Angry Constituents
Residents of Dansadau, Zamfara, attacked their representative, Kabiru Mikailu, accusing him of poor performance and neglect. The incident occurred during a governor's visit. Read the full story.
States Where Bandits Attacked on Christmas Day
A detailed look at the tragic Christmas Day attacks across Benue, Plateau, Borno, and Adamawa states, where gunmen killed hundreds. Explore the security lapses and ongoing threats.
Kano Governor Yusuf Responds to Border Banditry
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf visits attacked border towns, pledges military support, vehicles, and trenches to restore peace in Kano. Read the full security strategy.
Bandits Plan Christmas Attacks in 4 Nigerian States
A humanitarian group warns of planned Christmas Day attacks in Plateau, Nasarawa, Benue, and Kaduna. DSS confirms intelligence, preventive measures underway. Read details.
Muslim Man: Insecurity Makes Islam Look Violent
A Nigerian Muslim, Umar Mohammed Nasiru, says relentless violence by terror groups makes it hard to defend Islam's peaceful nature. Read his full statement and analysis.
US Lawmakers Decry Rising Danger for Christians in Nigeria
US House committees warn Nigeria is becoming one of the most perilous places globally to practice Christianity. Lawmakers demand action after briefing on attacks and abductions.
Kano Motorcycle Ban: Police Arrest Riders Carrying Relatives
Kano residents are furious as police enforce a motorcycle passenger ban, arresting private riders carrying family members. Critics call the policy harsh and lacking compassion. Read the full story.
Senator Yari: Stop Calling Trump to Solve Nigeria's Problems
Senator Abdulaziz Yari criticises calls for US intervention in Nigeria's banditry crisis. He urges elites to unite and solve the nation's challenges internally. Read more.
Ribadu Names 3 Countries Backing Nigeria Against Bandits
NSA Nuhu Ribadu says the US, UK, and France are aiding Nigeria's fight against banditry. He assures parents of abducted Niger students of a safe return.
Northern Governors Warn Region's Future at Risk from Insecurity
Northern governors and traditional rulers issue urgent warning on insecurity after Kaduna meeting. They call for state policing and unity to combat banditry and kidnappings.
Police Kill Suspected Lakurawa Bandit in Kebbi
Kebbi police neutralise a suspected Lakurawa bandit in Malan Yaro, recover two motorcycles. CP commends security forces' gallantry. Separate attack on Immigration checkpoint leaves three dead.
Bakare Criticizes National Assembly on Insecurity Crisis
Pastor Tunde Bakare condemns Nigerian lawmakers for prioritizing political defections over security governance as citizens suffer. He demands urgent action and transparency.
Pastor Calls for Church Protection Against Bandit Attacks
Pastor Oloruntimilehin Daramola urges Nigerian Christians to adopt traditional protection methods as bandits threaten churches. Read his urgent security message.
Man Uses Industrial Iron to Secure Home Against Kidnappers
A Nigerian man's innovative home security design using industrial galvanized angle iron goes viral on TikTok. His daughter explains how rising insecurity inspired the unusual protection method.
Ganduje slams Kano govt over arrest demands
Former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje rejects Kano government's call for his arrest over alleged militia comments, accusing Governor Yusuf of incompetence on security.
CRC-N Raises Alarm Over Escalating School Attacks
The Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria voices grave concern over increasing school attacks, threatening national development. It calls for decisive government action on security.
Comedian Trinity Guy criticized for bandit skit
Nigerian comedian Trinity Guy sparks outrage with controversial bandit attack skit. Social media users condemn trivializing national security crisis. Read full reactions.
Kano Gov supports Tinubu's security emergency declaration
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf welcomes President Tinubu's national security emergency. Read how Kano is combating banditry in border communities and ensuring citizen safety.
Senate Approves Death Penalty for Kidnapping
Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.
Niger Assembly Threatens Shutdown Over Insecurity
Niger State House of Assembly may suspend legislative activities over worsening security. Lawmakers demand rescue of kidnapped students from St. Mary's School in Papiri.
Tinubu's 10 Security Decisions to Combat Banditry
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
Terrorists Take Over Kainji National Park - Lawmaker
Niger State lawmaker reveals terrorists now control Kainji National Park, using it as base for attacks. Demands military intervention after escaping assassination attempt.
Tinubu declares security emergency, orders massive recruitment
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders 20,000 police recruits and army expansion. New measures include forest guards activation and VIP guard redeployment.
Ganduje Urges Swift Action Against Kano Banditry
Former APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje urges Governor Yusuf to tackle rising banditry in Kano communities. Learn about security strategies needed to protect lives.
UK Air Force Nigerian Speaks on Bandit Attacks
A Nigerian serving in the UK Air Force warns that continued bandit attacks may force international intervention. Read his viral statement and public reactions.
Catholic Bishops: Delayed Security Response Suggests Collusion
Catholic bishops condemn security failures in Christian communities, citing disturbing reports of delayed responses that suggest possible collusion. Government urged to investigate.
Adebayo Slams Tinubu Over Nigeria's Security Crisis
SDP presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo criticizes President Tinubu's handling of insecurity, alleging government complicity in bandit attacks across Nigeria. Read full analysis.
11 kidnapped in fresh Kwara bandit attack
Armed bandits kidnapped 11 residents including a pregnant woman in Isapa, Kwara State. Security forces are searching forests for victims after recent church abduction.
Northern Governors Security Meeting on November 29
Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.
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