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Sokoto: Security forces arrest notorious arms trafficker supplying weapons to terrorists

Security forces in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State have arrested Hamza Suruddubu, a well-known arms dealer accused of supplying weapons to terrorists operating in the region. According to intelligence reports shared by security analyst Zagazola Makama, Suruddubu has been a major supplier of firearms in Eastern Sokoto. He allegedly transported weapons from Zamfara […]

Court clears IPOB leader of terrorism charges, awards N5m damages against FG

A Federal High Court in Owerri, Imo State, has ruled that Chika Edoziem, a key leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is not guilty of terrorism, insurgency, or other criminal activities. The court also declared that the Nigerian government violated his rights by labeling him a terrorist. Edoziem, who is a top figure […]

Bandits Kill 2, Kidnap 10 Farmers In Niger 

Armed bandits attacked Wushishi and Rafi Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Niger State, killing two people and kidnapping at least ten farmers. A security officer, who chose to remain anonymous, revealed that the victims included a vigilante and a logger. According to him, the bandits also kidnapped another vigilante who had two guns with him. […]

NAF airstrike neutralizes bandits, thwarts attack on Police mobile forces in Zakka

On 15 February 2025, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) carried out a precise airstrike in Zakka, Katsina State, that neutralized several bandits and stopped their attack on Police Mobile Force (PMF) personnel. The operation was part of the larger effort under Operation FASAN YANMA to keep the region secure. The airstrike was launched after intelligence […]

Armed robbers defy Gov Otu’s new security outfit, launch house to house attacks

On Thursday night, armed robbers attacked residents on Imoh Street by Afokang Road in Calabar, leaving some people injured. This occurred just hours after Governor Bassey Otu launched a new security outfit called Operation Okwok, aimed at tackling crime in the state. Governor Otu had also donated 30 vehicles to help improve security. One of […]

Three dead as police, military engage notorious criminals in deadly shootout in Abuja

Security forces in Abuja have taken down three armed robbers in a deadly shootout. The incident happened late Wednesday night in Filin-Dabo village, following a distress call about a violent robbery. According to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Dei-Dei ‘A’ Division received a call […]

Police arrest man for raising false alarm of herdsmen attack in Imo community

A 35-year-old man, Chidi Emma Azonibe, has been arrested by the Imo State Police for causing panic in the Umuoba community, Irete, in Owerri West Local Government Area. The man falsely claimed that Fulani herdsmen were planning to attack the area. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, Azonibe circulated a false message to […]

Zamfara: Military neutralizes arms supplier, foils weapons delivery

In a recent operation, troops from Operation Fansan Yanma successfully neutralized a suspected arms supplier in Zamfara State. The suspect, who was trying to escape with weapons meant for bandits, was intercepted during a nighttime operation in Nasarawa Burkullu. Security forces acted on reliable intelligence and apprehended the suspect, a known arms trafficker from Anka. […]

Suspected ISSP jihadists attack supply convoy escorted by military, kill 40 in Mali

At least 40 civilians were killed in an attack on a supply convoy in northern Mali. The convoy, which was under military escort, was ambushed by suspected members of the Islamic State in the Sahel Province (ISSP) along the Ansongo-Gao route. The incident took place near Kobe, a dangerous area often targeted by armed groups […]