Army troops rescue NDLEA officer and five others from kidnappers in Taraba
Troops of the Nigerian Army, working with other security forces, rescued six people from kidnappers in Taraba State. Among those saved was a senior officer from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The rescue happened after a local youth leader, Abe Samuel, called for help around 11:40 p.m. on April 27, 2025. He reported […]
Bandits kill abducted Chief Imam and his two sons in Zamfara
Tragedy has hit Maru town in Zamfara State, Nigeria, as bandits have killed the Chief Imam of the 1st Jumu’at Central Mosque, Malam Salisu Suleiman Liman, along with his two sons. They were kidnapped during a violent night raid on Thursday, February 13, 2025. The raid happened in the middle of the night and lasted […]
Boko Haram kills 7 mourners in Borno
At least seven people have been killed and several others injured in a fresh Boko Haram attack in Borno State. The tragic event happened in Kopl village, located in Chibok Local Government Area, around 6 p.m. on Monday, April 28, 2025. According to Modu Mustapha, Chairman of Chibok LGA, the attackers stormed the village during […]
Suspected gunmen abduct Catholic priest in Kaduna
In the early hours of Thursday, some unknown gunmen kidnapped a Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos, in Kurmin Risga, a community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The priest was taken from his house at St. Gerald Quasi Parish around 12:15 a.m. The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan confirmed the incident through its […]
Benue killings: Stakeholders lament herdsmen persistent attacks, proffer solution
People in Benue State, Nigeria, are deeply worried as attacks by suspected Fulani herdsmen continue to rise. These attacks, along with kidnapping, cult violence, and other crimes, have made life dangerous for many residents—especially farmers. Farming is now difficult because many farmers are scared to return to their land. Bandits and herdsmen have attacked villages, […]
Bandits impose N60m levy on 12 Zamfara communities – Crisis reporter alleges
Twelve communities in Zamfara State, Nigeria, are facing threats from bandits who have reportedly demanded a N60 million levy. This report came from a crisis journalist known as Bakatsine, who shared the information on X (formerly Twitter). He listed the affected communities as: Koloma, Dan Hayin Zargado, Zargado, Dan Godabe, Sabuwar Tunga, Makini, Bubaka, Yelwa, […]
New terrorist group, Mahmuda occupying parts of Kwara, Niger states – Emir cries out
The Emir of Yashikira, Umoru Seriki, from Baruten Local Government Area in Kwara State, has expressed deep worry over attacks by a new terror group called ‘Mahmuda’. He says the group has taken over parts of Kwara North and Niger State. In a recent interview with Daily Post, the Emir said that people in the […]
Adamawa: Boko Haram hit Hong again, destroy facilities, hoist flags
Boko Haram has attacked another village in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. This time, the attack happened in Dabna village from 10pm Friday to 3am Saturday. The terrorists came with dangerous weapons and explosives. They burned down houses and properties and even raised their flag in the village, claiming control. People in the […]
Hundreds of Boko Haram suspects arrested in Lagos — CJTF
The Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) in Lagos has detained hundreds of individuals suspected of being members of Boko Haram. This announcement was made by Mr. Kumar Sanda, the CJTF Commander in Lagos, during an award ceremony held on Wednesday, April 16. Proactive Measures Against Infiltration Mr. Sanda emphasized the CJTF’s dedication to preventing Boko […]
Bandits kill former Zamfara LGA caretaker chairman and four others; abduct his family members
In the early hours of Monday, April 15, 2025, suspected bandits attacked Morai community in Talata-Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The attack lasted over three hours, from 1:00 am to 3:25 am, causing fear and destruction. Among those k!lled was Hon. Saminu Suleiman Morai, the former Sole Administrator of Talata-Mafara LGA. His former […]