Benue Farmers Flee Attacks, Farmlands Abandoned
Farmers in Benue State are fleeing communities due to escalating bandit attacks, leaving fertile farmlands uncultivated and many displaced in camps.
Category : Security
State Police in Nigeria: A Strategic Path Forward
The call for state police in Nigeria gains traction amid security threats, but experts urge caution due to risks of political control, uneven governance, and the need to strengthen the national police force first.
Police Intensify Efforts After Council Chairman's Abduction in Delta
Delta State Police Commissioner Yemi Oyeniyi conducted an operational visit to Sapele following the abduction of a local council chairman, coordinating intelligence-led efforts to secure his safe release and apprehend the perpetrators.
Zamfara Bandit Attacks Kill Over 21, 11 Bandits Neutralized
Gunmen on motorcycles killed over 21 villagers and abducted scores in Zamfara, while police neutralized 11 bandits in a separate attack that left five dead, including two officers.
IGP Disu Orders End to Police Extortion, Harassment
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has issued a nationwide directive to end extortion, illegal checkpoints, and harassment by officers, aiming to restore public trust in the force.
Groups Demand Probe into Borno Attack as Military Losses Draw Concern
HURIWA and PSNAFSA call for an independent judicial inquiry into the Benisheikh attack that killed Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, citing intelligence failures and demanding accountability within the military hierarchy.
Police Confirm Killing of Suspected Cult Leader in Lagos
Lagos police confirm the shooting death of a suspected cult leader in Surulere, with investigations ongoing. Separately, authorities warn the public about a job scam robbery in Magodo, advising caution with online offers.
Anambra Agency Arrests Illegal Revenue Collectors
The Anambra State Special Anti-Touting Squad Agency has intensified its crackdown on illegal revenue collection, arresting suspects like Michael Uwaoma and Ndubuisi Aniukwu, who were arraigned in court.
Nigerian Charged in London Film Student Murder Case
Oluwadamilola Ogunyankinnu, a 27-year-old Nigerian, faces murder charges for the fatal stabbing of Finbar Sullivan, a 21-year-old film student, in Primrose Hill, London. The investigation continues as the victim's family mourns their loss.
Teen ISWAP Courier Arrested in Borno, Tied to Jilli Attacks
Nigerian troops have detained a 15-year-old suspected ISWAP logistics courier in Ngamdu, Borno, connecting him to recent terrorist assaults and military airstrikes on insurgent enclaves in the Jilli area.
Police Arrest Suspect Over Fake Job Interview Robbery
Lagos State Police have arrested a suspect linked to a robbery at a fake job interview in Magodo. Victims were lured with a convincing setup before being robbed of valuables.
UNICAL Students Die in Crash En Route to Convocation
Two University of Calabar graduating students, Gloria Ajor and Godwin Benjamin, died in a fatal road accident in Cross River State while traveling to their convocation ceremony.
Man Alerts Lagos Govt Over Crowded Train Tracks Safety Risk
A man raises alarm after passengers dangerously crowd the tracks as the Lagos Blue Line train approaches, warning of potential accidents and urging immediate safety improvements.
Man Beaten to Stupor for Alleged Rape of Toddler in Cameroon
Residents of Etoa Meki in Yaoundé, Cameroon, took violent action against a construction worker accused of raping a 3-year-old girl, highlighting community outrage and security concerns.
Lagos Rescues Child Abandoned Over Witchcraft Claims
The Lagos State Government has intervened to rescue a three-year-old child found malnourished and neglected by her mother, who accused her of witchcraft. Authorities have taken custody of the child while police investigate the case.
NAF Airstrikes Kill 30 in Yobe Border Market
At least 30 people are feared dead after Nigerian Air Force airstrikes hit a crowded weekly market in the Jilli border community of Yobe State, with eyewitnesses reporting dozens of casualties and widespread panic among traders.
Police Hunt Kidnappers of Delta Council Boss in Sapele
Delta State Police Command deploys anti-kidnapping units to track abductors of Sapele LGA chairman, Chief Bright Abeke, after a brazen hotel attack with casualties and heightened security.
LASTMA Seeks Media Collaboration, Warns on Unverified Reports
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority emphasizes media partnership while cautioning against defamatory reports. GM Bakare-Oki clarifies extortion allegations, urges fact-checking.
Imo Police Deploy Tactical Team After Monarch, Five Killed
The Imo State Police Command has deployed a tactical team to track down gunmen who killed a traditional ruler and five others in Ohaji/Egbema Local Council. The incident has sparked mourning and heightened security operations in the area.
Army Destroys ISWAP Logistics Hub in Borno Airstrike
The Nigerian Air Force conducted a precision strike on a terrorist logistics hub near Jilli in Borno State, destroying vehicles and neutralizing fighters. The operation followed intelligence gathering along the Bindul Jilli axis, disrupting planned attack
Troops Destroy Terrorist Logistics Hideout in Borno, Scores Killed
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai conducted a precision airstrike on a terrorist logistics hub in Jilli, Borno State, neutralizing insurgents and destroying assets. The operation disrupted planned attacks and led to arrests.
Air Force Destroys Terrorist Logistics Base in Borno
The Nigerian Air Force conducted a precision airstrike on a terrorist logistics hub in Jilli, Borno State, killing scores of insurgents and disrupting planned attacks. The operation followed intelligence surveillance and led to arrests linked to recent as
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Borno Senatorial Candidate Gets 10 Years for Boko Haram Fuel Supply
A former Borno State senatorial candidate has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for secretly supplying fuel to Boko Haram terrorists, but will be released immediately due to time already served in detention.
10 Arrested for Impersonation, Forgery in Ibadan
Oyo State Police Command operatives have arrested 10 individuals over a large-scale forgery and impersonation syndicate in Ibadan, recovering fake certificates and official stamps.
Amnesty Condemns Yobe Airstrike, Demands Probe
Amnesty International has condemned a military airstrike in Yobe State that reportedly killed over 100 people, calling for an immediate investigation into the incident.
Amnesty Condemns Yobe Airstrike Killing Over 100, Demands Probe
Amnesty International strongly condemns a military airstrike in Yobe State that reportedly killed over 100 civilians at Jalli Futchimiram market. The human rights group demands an immediate investigation into the incident, which occurred during an operati
Suspect Arrested for Murder of Girl, Head Recovered in Ibadan
Oyo State Police arrested a 23-year-old suspect for the murder of a six-year-old girl in Ibadan, recovering her severed head. The incident sparked outrage, with police warning against jungle justice.
Egbetokun Honoured by Yewa Leaders for Police Tenure
Senator Solomon Adeola and Yewa community leaders celebrated former IGP Kayode Egbetokun for improving security, addressing farmer-herder conflicts, and supporting political advancement in Ogun State.
Hashim Laments Global Silence Over Nigeria Terror Attacks
Former presidential candidate Gbenga Hashim warns of worsening security collapse in Nigeria, citing underreported attacks in Kebbi, North Central states, and criticizing global indifference to mass casualties.
Troops Kill 60 Bandits, Son of Kingpin in Zamfara Operation
Nigerian military forces eliminated 60 bandits, including the son of wanted leader Alhaji Ado Allero, in a coordinated ground and air offensive in Zamfara State. The operation targeted key commanders and disrupted bandit networks across the North-West reg
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