Bandits Kill 3, Abduct Priest and 10 in Kaduna
Suspected bandits attacked Karku community in Kaduna State, killing three residents and abducting Rev. Fr. Nathaniel Asuwaye and 10 others in an early morning raid.
Category : Banditry
Kaduna Bandits Abduct Priest, 10 Others, Kill 3
Terrorists attacked Karku community in Kaduna, abducting Reverend Father Nathaniel Asuwaye and 10 residents while killing three people. The Catholic Archdiocese calls for prayers amid escalating kidnappings.
Sadiku Exposed as Mastermind of Kwara Massacre Killing 176
Terrorist commander Abubakar Saidu, known as Sadiku, has been identified as the leader behind the deadly attacks in Kwara State that claimed 176 lives. Security experts warn of potential alliances with Al-Qaeda affiliates in the Sahel region.
US Condemns Kwara Attack, Tinubu Orders Response
The United States has condemned the horrific attack in Kwara state that killed over 160 people, while President Tinubu ordered security deployment and aid for victims.
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Troops Neutralize Bandit, Arrest Rustlers in Benue
Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE troops eliminated an armed bandit and apprehended multiple cattle rustling suspects in Benue State through coordinated security operations.
Bandits Abduct Chief Imam, Others in Kaduna Community
Bandits have kidnapped the Chief Imam of Janjala Central Mosque, a Fulani leader, and a woman in Kagarko LGA, Kaduna State, amid escalating attacks on multiple communities.
Suspected Bandit Informant Killed in Kaduna Village
A man accused of collaborating with bandits as an informant has been killed in Jenau community, Kaduna State, highlighting ongoing vigilante actions against suspected criminal networks in the region.
Kwara Bandits Attacked 10 Hours Before Soldiers Arrived
Woro community head reveals bandits operated for 10 hours before security forces arrived, citing withdrawal of military base and lack of air support as contributing factors to high casualties.
Kwara Governor: 75 Killed in Kaiama Attack Over Doctrine
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq confirms 75 killed in Woro and Nuku communities attack, attributing it to villagers' refusal to accept extremist Islamic doctrine.
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Kwara Attack: 78 Buried, Community Searches for More Bodies
The Woro community in Kaiama LGA, Kwara state, held mass burials for 78 victims of a deadly bandit attack. Lawmakers confirm 35 abductions and warn casualties could exceed 170.
Funeral Prayers Held for Katsina Bandit Attack Victims
Residents of Doma Tafoki Ward in Katsina State held funeral prayers for victims of a deadly bandit attack that claimed over 20 lives, with security forces responding and neutralizing 27 bandits.
Bandits Kill 5 in Fresh Benue Attack
Armed bandits have killed a police officer and four civilians in Abande community, Kwande LGA, Benue State. Police have mobilized combined security forces to track perpetrators.
Bandits Kill 10, Burn Houses in Kwara Attack
Armed bandits attacked Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State, killing ten residents and burning houses. The attack occurred on Tuesday evening, with about 200 gunmen involved.
Katsina Rejoices as Bandit Leader Lankai Released by Turji
Residents of Jibia LGA in Katsina State celebrate after Abdu Lankai, a key figure in local peace deals, was released by Bello Turji's faction following six days of captivity linked to a failed arms deal.
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Bandits Kill 10 in Kwara, Burn Homes
Terrorists attacked Woro community in Kaiama LGA, Kwara State, killing at least 10 residents and burning houses. Local leader accuses government of ignoring bandit presence for over 15 years.
Bandits Kill Six in Plateau: Five Residents, Soldier Dead
Suspected bandits attacked Zurak and Sabon Gari communities in Plateau State's Wase LGA, killing five residents and one soldier. Three soldiers are missing after the assault that forced residents to flee their homes.
Army Repels Bandits in Sokoto, Recovers Arms
Nigerian Army troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully repelled a bandit attack on Kola Village in Sokoto State, recovering weapons and stolen livestock while ensuring no civilian casualties.
80 Kaduna Church Abductees Escape, 86 Still Held
Eighty worshippers abducted from Kajuru churches in January 2026 have escaped captivity and reunited with families, while 86 remain held by bandits in Kaduna State.
Army Neutralizes 20 Bandits in Zamfara, Soldiers Killed
Nigerian troops stormed a notorious bandit camp in Zamfara, killing 20 terrorists and destroying their stronghold, though several soldiers lost their lives in the intense firefight.
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Primate Ayodele Warns 10 States of Bandit Attacks
Spiritual leader Primate Ayodele warns of planned bandit attacks in 10 Nigerian states, urging governors to enhance security and residents to stay vigilant amid ongoing insecurity.
Bandits Attack Niger State Church, Abduct Residents
Armed bandits attacked Agwara in Niger State, burning a police station and church while abducting at least five residents. Police confirm the Sunday morning assault that has heightened security fears.
Zamfara Bandits Burn Four Alive Over Levy Refusal
Armed bandits attacked Gwargwabe village in Zamfara, burning four residents alive after they refused to pay illegal levies. The assault destroyed homes, grain silos, and livestock.
Bandits Burn Church, Police Station in Niger, Abduct Five
Armed bandits attacked Agwara town in Niger State, burning down a police station and a church, and kidnapping at least five residents in a dawn raid that has sparked widespread fear and displacement.
Bandits Kill 3 Police Officers in Katsina Ambush
Three police officers were killed and two injured in a bandit ambush in Katsina State during an anti-crime patrol in Guga village, Bakori LGA, on January 27, 2026.
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Turji Captures Peace Negotiator in Katsina, Threatening Deal
Abdu Lankai, a bandit leader who enforced the Jibia peace agreement, has been captured by Bello Turji's faction in Katsina, killing seven and raising fears of renewed violence.
Bandit Leader Lantai Officer Killed in Katsina Ambush
Prominent bandit leader Abdullahi Lantai, known as Lantai Officer, has been assassinated in Katsina State. The attack is linked to rival Bello Turji's network, threatening to escalate violence in Jibia and surrounding areas.
Zamfara Engineer Freed After 4 Months in Bandit Captivity
Bashar Sani Gummi, a Zamfara engineer, has been released after four months in bandit captivity. Family members shared stark before and after photos showing his dramatic physical decline during the ordeal.
Zamfara Bandits Kill Baby, Abduct Passengers in Attack
Armed bandits attacked a passenger vehicle in Zamfara State, killing a one-year-old boy, injuring a woman, and abducting several passengers along the Gusau–Kasheta Kura route.
Miyetti Allah Leaders Held for Alleged Bandit Sponsorship
Kwara State Miyetti Allah leaders, including President Idris Abubakar, arrested for alleged kidnapping involvement and sponsorship of armed bandit groups, with security sources citing moral failure.
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APC Denies Bello Turji Membership as Fake
The All Progressives Congress has dismissed rumours linking notorious bandit leader Bello Turji to party membership, calling the circulated slip a fabrication designed to tarnish its image.
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