Nigeria’s rising insecurity: Don’t expect immediate results from U.S. military – Security expert
Renewed attacks in parts of Northern Nigeria have raised fresh concerns about safety, despite recent support from the United States military. Communities in Zamfara and Plateau states have reported killings, displacement, and threats from armed groups. Many residents say they are living in fear as violence continues. In Zamfara, some communities in Tsafe Local Government […]
Hundreds flee from Niger state to Benin Republic as bandits attacks intensify
Hundreds of residents have reportedly fled Borgu Local Government Area after fresh bandit attacks forced communities to abandon their homes. Lawmaker Abdurrahman Bala Gambo confirmed the incident, saying armed attackers stormed Konkoso town and drove villagers away before setting parts of the area ablaze. Speaking to BBC Hausa, the representative explained that most residents escaped […]
Kwara attack survivors appeal for release of abducted wives, children
Survivors of deadly attacks on Worro and Nukku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have made an emotional appeal for the release of their abducted wives and children as the Ramadan fasting season draws near. The residents spoke during a visit by the senator representing Kwara North, Sadiq Umar, who toured the […]
‘Bandits sacked our village, turned our church into a mosque’ – Plateau community leader laments
A community leader from Mushere Chiefdom in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, Amos Gyang, has shared a painful account of how armed bandits attacked his village and displaced its residents. Speaking at a charity event organised by the Plateau Unite Foundation in Jos, Gyang said the attackers chased people from their homes, took […]
Northern group criticises Gov Lawal over worsening insecurity, rising terror attacks in Zamfara
A northern civil group has criticised Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, over what it described as worsening insecurity and rising terror attacks across the state. The group said residents are living in fear as violent incidents continue to affect communities, farmlands and major roads. In a statement, the group accused the state government of not […]
Insecurity: Act fast before things get out of hands – Kwankwaso warns Nigerian Govt
Zamfara Governor’s viral comments on bandits’ location continue to trigger outrage
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, is under intense scrutiny after a video went viral showing him admit that he knows where bandits operate in the state but says he cannot stop them. In the clip, which does not have a clear date, the governor spoke in Hausa and sparked anger among politicians and security officials. […]
‘Killings now epidemic in Nigeria’ – Atiku on Katsina mosque attack
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep worry over the rising killings of innocent Nigerians. He said the situation has grown so bad that it now feels like an epidemic, endangering the very essence of Nigeria’s humanity. On Tuesday, gunmen stormed a mosque during early morning prayers in the Unguwan Mantau community, Malumfashi Local […]
Katsina assembly chief whip cries over worsening insecurity
The Chief Whip of the Katsina State House of Assembly, Ibrahim Umar Dikko, broke down in tears during a plenary session while lamenting the worsening insecurity in Matazu Local Government Area. Dikko, who represents Matazu constituency, revealed that bandits have taken over large parts of the area, leaving residents in fear and unable to live […]
Bandits defy peace deal, attack Katsina villages, kill one
Bandits have carried out fresh attacks on Madattai and Gaba-Lafiya villages in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State. The assault left one person dead and saw livestock stolen from residents. Security analyst Bakatsine shared details of the incident on X late Tuesday night, confirming that the attacks happened the previous Tuesday. The violence took […]