Gombe Arrests Suspected Fuel Suppliers to Bandits
Security operatives in Gombe State have arrested two suspects accused of supplying fuel to bandits in Bauchi State, seizing 29 jerrycans of PMS in a stop-and-search operation.
Category : Banditry
Bandits Attack Ibadan Vehicle, Abduct Passengers in Oyo
Gunmen abducted several passengers from a commercial vehicle on the Kishi-Ibadan route in Oyo State, heightening security concerns. The incident follows warnings about bandit hideouts in the Old Oyo Forest Reserve and rising terrorism in neighboring Kwara
Boko Haram Attack in Borno: Base Burned, Women Kidnapped
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked a military base in Ngoshe, Borno, killing civilians and soldiers, abducting women, and burning parts of the town. Police confirm many missing as residents flee.
Bandits Kill Phone Shop Operator in Sokoto Community Attack
Suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked Mano village in Sokoto State, killing a phone charging shop owner and injuring others. The bandits looted items and rustled livestock, striking during Taraweeh prayers to avoid vigilantes.
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Youth Killed by Bandits in Kogi, Community Mourns
A youth, Juwon Ajisafe, was killed by bandits in Bareke, Egbe, Kogi State. Residents and security forces responded, but the incident highlights ongoing insecurity and systemic failures in the region.
Kidnapped Sokoto Women Deliver Babies in Bandits' Den
Two pregnant women abducted in Sokoto State have given birth to a baby boy and girl while held captive by bandits. The victims were kidnapped seven weeks ago alongside six family members.
DSS Arrests Arms Couriers, Recovers RPGs in Gombe
DSS operatives in Gombe State have arrested two suspected arms couriers, seizing RPG warheads, a launcher, and other items linked to bandit networks after a three-week surveillance operation.
Troops Rescue Two, Arrest Gun Runner in Plateau Operation
Operation ENDURING PEACE troops in Plateau State rescued two kidnapped victims from Bauchi and arrested a suspected gun runner in Kaduna, with ongoing efforts to apprehend fleeing criminals.
Bandits Kill One, Abduct Four in Kaduna Communities
Suspected bandits killed one person and kidnapped four others, including three family members and a nurse, in separate attacks in Chikun LGA, Kaduna State. A suspect was arrested and is in police custody.
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Bandits Kidnap 6 Worshippers in Kaduna Mosque During Ramadan
Armed bandits kidnapped six Muslim worshippers during Taraweeh prayers in Kaduna State, demanding a N30 million ransom. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Nigeria.
Troops Neutralize Two Bandits in Benue, Recover Arms
Troops from Operation WHIRL STROKE, with local security, eliminated two bandits on Katsina-Ala–Zaki Biam Road, Benue, seizing an AK-47 and ammunition.
Kwara Residents Protest NYSC Camp Conversion to IDP Facility
Residents and youth groups in Kwara North oppose converting the NYSC camp in Yikpata to an IDP camp for displaced Fulani families, citing insecurity in Edu and Patigi LGAs.
Farmer's Hand Amputated by Bandits in Kaduna Farm Attack
Armed bandits have amputated a farmer's hand in Kaduna's Kubau LGA while he was working on his farm, highlighting escalating rural insecurity.
NYSC Member Killed in Kebbi Mosque Attack During Ramadan
A National Youth Service Corps member, Abubakar Sadiq, was killed in a terrorist attack on a mosque in Kebbi state during Ramadan evening prayers. Friends describe him as peaceful and dedicated to national service.
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Mass Burial for Seven Plateau Attack Victims Amid Protests
Seven victims of a brutal attack in Plateau State's Bassa LGA were given a mass burial, sparking protests and demands for an end to violence and open grazing.
Amotekun Arrests Five Suspected Bandits in Ekiti
Ekiti State Amotekun Corps operatives have apprehended five suspected armed bandits following a tip-off from local residents. The suspects, who claimed to be farmers, were found with weapons and charms.
NYSC Member Killed in Kebbi Mosque Attack by Terrorists
A serving NYSC member, Abubakar Sadiq, was among five worshippers killed in a mosque attack in Kebbi State. Suspected Lakurawa terrorists opened fire during prayers, with three injured survivors hospitalized.
Four Worshippers Killed in Kebbi Mosque Terror Attack
Suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked a mosque in Kebbi State, killing four worshippers and injuring five others. Authorities link the assault to a foiled military ambush earlier in the week.
Kwara Ramadan Disrupted by Insecurity as Families Pray at Home
Fear of terrorist attacks and abductions has led residents in Kwara's Edu and Kaiama LGAs to suspend night congregational prayers during Ramadan, with families opting for indoor worship for safety.
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25 Killed in Adamawa Terror Attacks on Villages
At least 25 people were killed and houses burned as gunmen attacked two villages in Adamawa State, near the Sambisa Forest. The attacks highlight ongoing insecurity in Nigeria's northeast.
Bandits Attack Kebbi Mosque During Taraweeh Prayers
Suspected Lakurawa bandits attacked a mosque in Dadin-Kowa, Kebbi State, during Taraweeh prayers, killing several worshippers and desecrating the mosque in a Ramadan night assault.
Adamawa Attack: Dozens Feared Dead in Boko Haram Violence
A suspected Boko Haram attack in Krichinga, Adamawa, has left dozens feared dead, with residents fleeing amid chaos and destruction. The community faces repeated violence, raising security concerns.
Bandits Kill Two Cashew Farmers in Kogi Attacks
Armed bandits have killed two cashew farmers in Yagba West LGA, Kogi State, raising security concerns. The attacks occurred over the weekend, with victims identified as Pastor Gideon Etsu and Joseph Jones.
Two Suspects Named in Alleged Coup Plot Financing Against Tinubu
Security agencies have identified former Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva and Moses Zakwa as alleged financiers of a coup plot against President Bola Tinubu, with N835 million reportedly funneled through private companies.
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Bandits Attack Tiv Women in Taraba, Three Injured
Bandits attacked at least three Tiv women in Mbayongo Yortsee, Chanchanji Ward, Takum LGA, Taraba State, on Monday afternoon, February 23, 2026. The victims were taken for medical treatment as security officials remain silent amid ongoing violence against
Northern Man Details Bandit Atrocities Against Women and Girls
A social media user from Northern Nigeria has shared a harrowing account of the daily terror faced by women and girls in rural Arewa communities under bandit control, alleging systematic sexual violence and coercion.
Pastor Killed, Women Raped in Benue Herdsmen Attack
A pastor and another person were killed, while two women were raped during a suspected herdsmen attack on communities in Benue State's Apa LGA. Youths repelled the attackers, preventing further casualties.
Strange Disease Hits Bandit Camps in Northern Nigeria
A mysterious disease outbreak has reportedly spread through bandit camps in Niger and Zamfara states, affecting both captives and militants. The situation is worsened by shortages of food, funds, and medicines, disrupting their operations amid heightened
Bauchi Attack: Soldiers, Vigilante Killed, Bandits Neutralized
A bandit attack in Bauchi's Gwana community resulted in the deaths of two soldiers and a vigilante, with seven bandits neutralized and three residents abducted, as police deploy additional forces.
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Old Oyo Forest Reserve Becomes Terrorist Hideout in Nigeria
Key stakeholders in Kishi, Oyo State warn that the Old Oyo forest reserve has become a haven for bandits, posing grave security threats to southwest Nigeria amid rising attacks.
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