Northern Leaders Suspend Mining, Back State Police
Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.
Category : Banditry
Bandits Issue N20m Kill Threat to Sokoto Community
Residents of Bakale village in Sokoto State live in terror as armed bandits demand a N20 million levy to avoid attacks. Several other communities face similar threats. Read more.
Kogi Highway Gun Battle Leaves Travellers Stranded
A fierce gunfight between security forces and bandits on the Oshokoshoko-Obajana highway trapped commuters for hours. This incident follows a recent church attack in the state. Read details and public reactions.
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.
4 Bandit Suspects Arrested at Kano Motor Park
Security operatives in Kano have apprehended four suspected bandits armed with weapons at the busy Kofar Ruwa Motor Park. Read the full details of the arrest and community reaction here.
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.
41 Northern Schools Closed Amid Banditry Attacks
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf condemns school closures in northern Nigeria due to banditry. Learn how insecurity threatens education development and what solutions are needed.
ACF Chair Calls for Amnesty Approach to Northern Insecurity
ACF Chairman Bashir Dalhatu urges Federal Government to combine negotiation with military action against bandits, citing Niger Delta amnesty success. Read more.
Bandits Kill Woman, Kidnap Residents in Kano Village
Armed bandits storm Yankamaye village in Kano, killing elderly woman and kidnapping residents. Governor Yusuf vows to confront security threats. Read latest details.
Bandits kill grandmother, kidnap four in Kano attack
Bandits killed a 60-year-old woman and kidnapped four villagers in Yankamaye, Kano. Military rescued seven victims as Senator Barau demands security action. Read full details.
Local Hunters Can Rescue Nigeria From Bandits - Olu Alo
Prophet Sam Olu Alo reveals why genuine local hunters hold the solution to Nigeria's security crisis. Learn how traditional knowledge and community cooperation can reclaim farmlands from terrorists.
Emergency Call for Zamfara Over Bandit Releases
Human Rights Watchdog demands Tinubu declare state of emergency in Zamfara after Governor Lawal freed 500 inmates, including hardened bandits. Read full details.
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.
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.
Ooni of Ife Confirms Bandits Moving Toward Southwest
The Ooni of Ife confirms bandits are moving toward Southwest Nigeria, urges unity behind President Tinubu's security efforts. Traditional rulers vow to strengthen local defense networks.
Farmer Killed Over ₦10k Ransom in Delta State
Bandits murder palm wine tapper in Delta after family offered only ₦10,000 ransom. Nigerians react with anger as insecurity crisis deepens. Read full story.
Bandits gang-rape 13-year-old in Niger State
Hasiya A. Bawa, 13, hospitalized after brutal gang rape by bandits in Shiroro LGA. Community security crisis deepens as 24 others abducted in separate attack.
Corps Member Raises Alarm Over Bandit Attack in Kogi
A female corps member serving in Kogi State raises alarm after bandits attacked Kabba town near her PPA. Parents stormed school to retrieve children amid security concerns.
Sokoto Bandit Attack: Chairman Denies Mass Killings
Rabah LGA Chairman refutes reports of mass killings in Tofa Village attack. Security forces engaged bandits, two injured, two women abducted. Read official statement.
Dalung's TikTok Chat with Nigerian Bandit Reveals Motives
Former Sports Minister Solomon Dalung recounts chilling TikTok encounter with bandit who justifies killings. Bandit reveals readiness for negotiations amid security crisis.
Suspected Herders Kill 3 Farmers in Benue
Armed attackers suspected to be herdsmen killed three farmers in Naka, Benue State. The violence continues as another traveler was ambushed hours earlier. Read for details.
Defence Minister Speaks on Bandit Warfare Challenges
Nigeria's Defence Minister explains military strategy against bandits, revealing known locations but civilian safety concerns. Investigation ongoing into Kebbi school attack.
Blood Stains Found in Eruku Church After Attack
A Nigerian man shares shocking video revealing blood stains and abandoned items in Eruku church after deadly bandit attack. See the tragic aftermath.
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.
Niger Rep Appeals to Tinubu Over Terrorist Takeover
Lawmaker Alhaji Jafaru Mohammad Ali urgently appeals to President Tinubu to rescue Borgu from terrorists. Bandits now control Kainji National Park, using it as base for cross-border attacks.
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.
CJTF personnel arrested for killing bandit leader's father
Security forces arrest CJTF members after fatal shooting of bandit leader's father in Katsina, threatening fragile peace accord. Authorities warn of potential retaliation.
Bandits Attack Isapa After Eruku Church Massacre
Fresh bandit attack hits Isapa, Kwara state just 20 minutes from Eruku church massacre location. 10 kidnapped, pregnant woman shot. Citizens demand government action.
Shehu Sani on 15 Years of Northern Insecurity
Ex-Senator Shehu Sani urges Northern leaders to confront the region's 15-year insecurity crisis with honesty, tackling root causes like poverty and illiteracy for homegrown solutions.
Bandit Locations Known But Attacks Risky - Onanuga
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga reveals security agencies know bandit locations but can't strike due to civilian risks. Government redeploying VIP police to hotspots.
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