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Plateau Women Protest Attacks, Demand Soldiers Leave
Angry women in Plateau State protest repeated killings, destroy military checkpoint, and demand soldiers leave over failure to protect communities from terrorist attacks.
Category : Banditry
Bauchi Governor Hails Elimination of 20,000 Bandits in Security Sweep
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed announces a major victory as security forces eliminate 20,000 bandits in forest camps, with operations backed by aerial strikes and ground offensives.
Boko Haram Threatens to Kill 400+ Women, Children in 72 Hours
A Boko Haram faction has issued a 72-hour ultimatum, threatening to kill more than 400 women and children if a £2.7 million ransom is not paid, escalating Nigeria's security crisis.
Bandits Attack Ibadan-Ijebu Expressway, Kill One
A violent attack by suspected bandits on the Ibadan-Ijebu Expressway has left one person dead and an unspecified number of travellers abducted, sparking fear and outrage among commuters.
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CDS Orders Troops to Crush Bandits for National Safety
Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has directed troops to intensify operations against bandits in the North-West, as recent attacks and ransom demands highlight ongoing security challenges.
Alaafin Calls for Coordinated Action on Insecurity
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, expresses alarm over escalating insecurity in South West, Kwara, and Kogi, urging federal and state governments to deploy more security and improve coordination.
Six Dead, Eight Injured in Plateau Overnight Attacks
Gunmen launched separate attacks in Barkin Ladi and Riyom LGAs of Plateau State, killing six and injuring eight, raising fears over persistent rural insecurity.
Bandits Attack GUO Bus, Kill Driver, Abduct Passengers
A GUO bus traveling to South-East Nigeria was ambushed by armed bandits along the Benin-Ore expressway. The attackers killed the driver and kidnapped passengers, with videos capturing the aftermath and eyewitness accounts.
Zamfara Governor Mourns Bandit Attack Victims
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State expresses profound grief over a bandit attack in Bukkuyyum LGA, which killed and injured many, and deploys a high-level delegation to provide support.
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Troops Arrest Smugglers, Recover Materials in Borno-Yobe
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested five suspected smugglers and recovered a large quantity of materials, including solar panels and cash, in a coordinated operation along border communities between Borno and Yobe States.
Gunmen Kill Driver, Abduct Passengers on Ore–Benin Expressway
Suspected kidnappers ambushed a GUO Transport bus on the Ore–Benin expressway, killing the driver and abducting multiple passengers, highlighting Nigeria's worsening highway insecurity.
Terrorists Attack Kwara Community During Friday Prayer
Armed terrorists invaded Wodata community in Kwara during Jumu'at prayer, killing a farmer and looting shops. The victim died en route to hospital due to severe injuries and poor medical access.
Bandits Attack Kwara Community, Soldiers Feared Dead
Suspected terrorists launched a deadly assault on Kaiama, Kwara State, killing multiple people including soldiers. The attack followed a threat letter and involved explosives and gunfire.
Kwara Community Attack: Soldiers Killed, Residents Abducted
Armed bandits launched a midnight raid on Kemanji community in Kwara, killing several soldiers and abducting at least seven residents after a prior threat letter, sparking fear and mourning.
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Zamfara, OLI Decry Terrorist Reintegration, Abuja Attack Plans
The Ogoni Liberation Initiative criticizes Nigeria's reintegration of Boko Haram terrorists, while security alerts warn of planned ISWAP attacks in Abuja and Niger State. Zamfara State reaffirms its no-negotiation stance with bandits.
Oyedepo: Divine Judgment on Bandits in 7 Days
Bishop David Oyedepo has proclaimed divine retribution against bandits and terrorism sponsors within the next week during a Covenant Day of Vengeance service in Ogun State.
Kaduna Man's Nine-Month Bandit Captivity Ordeal Revealed
A Kaduna man identified as Junior endured nine months of brutal captivity under bandits, emerging emaciated and traumatized after being forced to sit motionless under a tree with swarms of flies.
Zamfara Rejects Bandit Negotiations, Vows Enhanced Security Measures
The Zamfara State Government has reiterated its firm stance against negotiating with bandits, pledging intensified efforts and new strategies to combat insecurity. Deputy Governor Mani Malam Mummuni Mudi announced this during a condolence visit to Bunkasa
13 Benue Kidnap Victims Rescued by Security Team
A joint security operation has successfully rescued the remaining 13 passengers abducted by bandits along the Makurdi-Otukpo road in Benue State. The victims, initially misidentified as JAMB students, were traveling in a Benue Links bus when attacked.
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Zamfara: 50 Bandits Killed, Two Police Officers Dead in Attack
Zamfara State Police Commissioner Ahmed Mohammed Bello confirms over 50 bandits neutralized and two officers killed in a recent highway operation. He outlines new security strategies, including road closures and farmer protection units.
Experts Advise Nigeria on Defeating Insecurity Beyond Military Action
Security experts urge Nigeria to address root causes like poverty and unemployment, enhance accountability in security sector, and reduce reliance on foreign aid to combat terrorism and banditry effectively.
Sokoto Governor Aliyu Notes Success in Banditry Fight
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State announces steady progress in combating banditry, with efforts supported by security agencies and community cooperation.
Army Arrests Suspected Terrorist in Kaduna Amid Group Clashes
Troops have captured a suspected terrorist in Kaduna's Igabi LGA, with investigations revealing he fled violent clashes between rival leaders Dogo Gide and Kabiru in the Kachia-Kagarko-Chikun corridor.
Tinubu Told to Act on US Lawmaker's Demand to Sack Defence Minister
A civil society coalition has urged President Tinubu to implement US Congresswoman Kimberly Daniels' recommendation to remove Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, citing allegations of past ties with bandits during his tenure as Zamfara governor.
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Fear in Rivers as Vigilante Leader Abducted, Security Raids
Residents of Ipo community in Rivers State are living in fear following the abduction of a local vigilante commander by suspected armed herders. A joint security operation has recovered weapons and destroyed criminal camps, but the community warns of ongo
Zamfara Guards Arrest Eight Terrorist Collaborators in Gusau
Operatives of the Zamfara State Community Protection Guards have arrested eight suspects for aiding terrorists, seizing explosives, cash, and motorcycles intended for bandits in Bindin.
Gunmen Abduct Benue UTME Candidates Amid JAMB Glitches
Gunmen attacked a bus carrying UTME candidates in Benue State, abducting 14 passengers, as JAMB and CBT centres clash over technical issues disrupting exams nationwide.
Boko Haram Kills Soldiers in Borno, Plateau Security Talks Intensify
Boko Haram terrorists killed four soldiers and a civilian in Borno State, while Plateau State holds security talks to address persistent violence and displacement affecting thousands.
JAMB Candidates Abducted by Bandits on Benue Road
Suspected bandits have abducted 14 passengers, including Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board candidates, on the Makurdi-Otukpo road in Benue State. The attack occurred Wednesday night as victims traveled for exams.
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Gunmen Abduct 15 JAMB Candidates in Benue State
Armed kidnappers have abducted 15 passengers, mostly JAMB candidates, in Benue State. The incident occurred when a driver violated a company night travel ban, highlighting security risks for students.
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