Panic As Gunmen Kidnap Anglican Pastor, Wife, Child, Demand N75m Ransom In Ondo
In a shocking development, an Anglican pastor, his wife, and child have been kidnapped in Ondo State. The incident occurred on the Ise Akoko-Iboropa road in the Akoko North-East Local Government Area, causing panic and concern in the region. The family was taken by gunmen, believed to be kidnappers, on Sunday evening between 4:00 pm […]
Troops Foil Boko Haram, ISWAP Drone Attack In Buni Gari
In a successful operation on Wednesday, Nigerian troops from Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai prevented a drone attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Buni Gari. The drone, which was carrying a rocket, was spotted approaching the 27 Task Force Brigade headquarters around 4:35 PM. Swift action by the Nigerian soldiers led to […]
Nigerian Army Arrests Boko Haram Terrorist, Others in Taraba
The Nigerian Army continues its efforts to tackle terrorism and crime in Taraba State, with recent arrests highlighting its dedication to protecting the region. On December 20, 2024, troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke arrested a suspected Boko Haram member, Nura Yakubu, in Garba Chede, Bali Local Government Area. According […]
Gunmen reportedly kill 11 in Benue
On Christmas Day, tragedy struck the Nyiev-ya area of Kwande Local Government Area (LGA) in Benue State as gunmen attacked several communities, leaving at least 11 people dead. The residents, who were celebrating Christmas with their families, were caught off guard when armed attackers, believed to be herders, stormed the villages. The attack targeted communities […]
Nigerian troops kill two notorious bandit leaders, Ma’oli, Kachalla Muchelli
The Nigerian military has made significant progress in its fight against terrorism and banditry in the North West region. Recently, troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted successful missions in Katsina and Zamfara States, taking down two notorious bandit leaders. In Katsina State, the troops carried out an operation in Mai Sheka village, located in Kunchin […]
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 10
Israeli airstrikes on Gaza in the early hours of Thursday left at least 10 people dead, including five journalists, and over a dozen others injured, according to medics from Gaza’s health authorities. The strikes targeted various locations, including a house in Gaza City’s Zeitoun neighborhood. Medics confirmed that five people lost their lives in this […]
Gunmen Kidnap Travellers In Ekiti, Demand ₦30 Million Ransom Each
A tragic kidnapping incident occurred in Ekiti State on Sunday night when gunmen ambushed a bus traveling from Onitsha, Anambra State, to Ado-Ekiti. The attackers took several passengers, including the bus driver, Mr. Sunday Emmanuel, into the bush and demanded ₦30 million ransom for each victim. In a surprising twist, the gunmen left behind some […]
Plateau: Fresh gunmen attack claims 14 lives
A tragic attack occurred in Gidan Ado, a community in Plateau State, on Sunday night. Unknown gunmen struck the area, killing 14 people, including men, women, and children. The attack took place in the Riyom Local Government Area, part of Plateau State, and has left the community in deep sorrow. The news was confirmed by […]
Bandit Leader, Bello Turji Threatens Violence Over Arrest of Ally, Bako Wurgi
Bello Turji, a notorious bandit leader, has vowed to bring violence to communities in retaliation for the arrest of his close ally, Bako Wurgi. Wurgi is a crucial member of Turji’s gang, handling ransom negotiations and the collection of hostages. Security analyst and Counter-insurgency in Lake Chad, Zagazola Makama, said Wurgi’s arrest infuriated Turji. Makama […]
Gunmen Attack Human Rights Leader, Emeka Umeagbalasi And Family In Anambra
Emeka Umeagbalasi, a prominent human rights activist and chairman of the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), and his family were attacked by gunmen in Anambra State on November 27. The attackers first opened fire and stole Umeagbalasi’s Mitsubishi Hilux truck from his driver, Comrade Chike Umeh. Though the vehicle was […]