Bandits kidnap three family members in Kwara
Residents of a community in Kwara State are in fear after bandits kidnapped three members of the same family during a late-night attack. The armed men reportedly stormed the area, shooting into the air and forcing their way into the family’s home before taking the victims away. Locals said the attack caused panic, as many […]
Plateau Attacks: ‘Bandits have stopped us from harvesting our crops’ – Victims cry out
Residents of several communities in Plateau State have cried out after fresh attacks by bandits forced them to abandon their farmlands. Many victims said they can no longer visit their farms to harvest crops they worked so hard to plant. According to them, any attempt to return to the farms could lead to more killings […]
War on terrorism: Nigeria receiving robust international backing – Ribadu
Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has revealed that the country is now receiving strong international support in its battle against terrorism. He explained that several global partners are helping Nigeria with intelligence, training, and technical assistance to strengthen ongoing security operations. According to him, this level of cooperation shows the world is committed to […]
Borno: Troops free another 12 kidnap victims after firefight in Mandara Mountains
Troops operating in Borno State have rescued another set of 12 kidnapped victims during a fierce gun battle in the Mandara Mountains. The operation, carried out by military units fighting insurgency in the region, followed credible intelligence reports about the hideout of the criminals. The soldiers moved into the area determined to secure the victims […]
Terrorists not foreigners but Nigerians – Shehu Sani
Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker and security analyst, has stated that terrorists operating in Nigeria are primarily Nigerians rather than foreign nationals. He emphasized that internal factors, such as local grievances and socio-economic issues, fuel the rise of terrorism in the country. Sani highlighted that assuming terrorists are foreigners is a misconception that diverts attention […]
Terrorists invade Catholic School in Niger, kidnap students, staff
A Catholic school in Niger State was attacked by suspected terrorists, leaving students and staff abducted. The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of the day, causing panic in the community. Security forces have been alerted and are currently investigating the attack to rescue the victims. Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the school compound, […]
Terrorism charge: Nnamdi Kanu knows fate today
Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is set to learn his fate today over terrorism charges filed against him. The case, which has attracted widespread attention both locally and internationally, has been pending in court for several months. The Federal Government charged Kanu with offenses including terrorism and unlawful possession of […]
Terrorist groups expanding across West Africa, Sahel – UK
The United Kingdom has issued a warning about the growing presence of terrorist groups across West Africa and the Sahel region, highlighting the increasing security threat in the area. British authorities stressed that these groups are expanding operations, recruiting more members, and carrying out attacks in multiple countries. Analysts say the spread of these extremist […]
We can wipe out bandits, end insecurity in one year – CJTF
The Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has expressed strong confidence that Nigeria’s ongoing insecurity challenges can be drastically reduced or even completely eliminated within a year if they are fully supported. According to the group, they have the local intelligence, community presence, and operational experience needed to take back territories and dismantle bandit networks across […]
ISWAP terrorists ambush army convoy, reportedly abduct commander, kill soldiers
ISWAP terrorists launched a sudden attack on a Nigerian Army convoy, resulting in multiple soldiers being killed and the reported abduction of a commanding officer. The ambush took place in a remote area, highlighting the persistent security challenges in the region. Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers struck swiftly, using improvised explosives and firearms to halt […]