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Hundreds Of Boko Haram, ISWAP Terrorists Hold Eid Prayer In Lake Chad

Hundreds of fighters linked to Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province have been seen in newly released footage observing Eid prayers in the Lake Chad area of Borno State. The gathering has raised serious concerns about security in the region. The video reportedly shows a large number of armed individuals assembled in an […]

Guard Attached to Emir of Zamfara Killed in Bandits’ Ambush on Mayanchi–Anka Road

A member of the guard unit attached to the Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello has reportedly died following an ambush by armed bandits along the Mayanchi–Anka Road in Zamfara State. The attack occurred on Sunday afternoon when suspected bandits targeted members of the Emir’s traditional guard, locally known as Dogarai, while they were travelling along the highway. […]

Mosque in Maiduguri denies bomb scare

A mosque in Maiduguri has denied reports of a bomb scare, calling the news false and misleading. The management reassured worshippers that the premises remain safe for prayers and community activities. The statement emphasized that security measures are in place and that authorities have confirmed no threat was detected. Worshippers were urged to remain calm […]

Bandits Now Requesting Virgins & Drugs As Ransom In South West – Afenifere

Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has raised concerns over the escalating security crisis in Nigeria’s South-West, alleging that some terrorists and kidnappers have begun demanding unusual items such as drugs and virgins during ransom negotiations. In a statement issued on Saturday, the group’s National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, condemned the increasing wave of kidnappings and violent […]

ISWAP terrorists kill two soldiers in attack on Adamawa military camp

ISWAP terrorists launched an attack on a military camp in Adamawa State, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers. The assault targeted a strategic location used for ongoing counterinsurgency operations in the region. Military sources confirmed the incident, stating that security forces were able to repel the attackers despite sustaining casualties. Investigations into the attack […]

117 repentant terrorists complete rehabilitation programme in Borno

A total of 117 repentant insurgents from Borno State have completed a federal rehabilitation programme under Operation Safe Corridor, marking another step in Nigeria’s deradicalisation efforts. The announcement was made during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre where officials discussed plans for their reintegration into society. According to military authorities, the participants […]

Bello Turji in ‘panic mode’, restless — Nigerian military

The Nigerian military has disclosed that notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, is now under intense pressure and operating in panic mode as security forces intensify operations across the North-West. According to the army, sustained military action has disrupted the activities of Turji and other armed group leaders, forcing them into constant movement to avoid capture. […]

Terrorists release final six abductees from Kogi church

The last six abductees kidnapped from a church in Aiyetoro-Kiri, Bunu land, Kogi State, have been released, bringing an end to weeks of tension and fear in the community. The Aiyetoro-Kiri Bunu Development Association (AKBDA) confirmed the development on Wednesday, noting that the release followed several rounds of negotiations and ransom payments. The ordeal began […]