Over 7,000 Forest Guards Graduate, Get Immediate Deployment
Nigeria deploys over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to reclaim forests from terrorists & bandits. Read how this initiative strengthens national security.
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Akpabio: Banditry Will Be Defeated in 2026
Senate President Godswill Akpabio expresses optimism that Nigeria's security challenges, including banditry, will be overcome by 2026. He calls for national unity and support for President Tinubu's administration.
Kidnappers collect ₦2.57bn ransom in one year
A new report exposes that kidnappers in Nigeria collected a staggering ₦2.57 billion in ransom from July 2024 to June 2025, with the Northwest as the epicentre. Discover the shocking scale of this criminal enterprise.
Bandits Kill FRSC Officer in Katsina, Steal Motorcycle
Suspected armed bandits killed FRSC officer Ibrahim Dalhatu Tafoki in Faskari LGA, Katsina. The attack highlights security challenges despite peace efforts. Read more.
N1.5m Ransom Demanded for Each of 28 Plateau Victims
Gunmen abduct 28 travellers in Plateau's Wase LGA, demanding N42 million total ransom. Families plead poverty as police investigate. Calls for security intensify.
Gunmen abduct 28 travellers in Plateau, including children
Armed men abducted 28 travellers, including children, two princes, and a religious leader, in Wase LGA, Plateau State. Security agencies are investigating the night-time ambush. Read more for details.
Security Experts Urge Tinubu to Halt Zamfara Illegal Mining
Nigerian security experts call on President Tinubu to take immediate action against illegal mining in Zamfara, warning it fuels banditry and funds armed groups. Read the full report.
12 Miners Buried in Plateau After Herdsmen Attack
Tears flowed as 12 miners killed by suspected herdsmen were buried in Plateau State. The attack in Atosoh community has left many missing. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Sujimoto's ₦20tr Plan to Tackle Terrorism, Banditry
Sujimoto Group unveils a ₦20 trillion integrated plan combining fortified border security with large-scale agriculture to combat Nigeria's insecurity. The strategy aims to tackle terrorism and banditry by linking safety with economic growth.
Zamfara Youths Attack Lawmaker Over Neglect
Angry residents of Dansadau, Zamfara, attacked state lawmaker Kabiru Mikailu, accusing him of poor representation and neglect amid banditry. Governor Lawal announced new projects during the tense visit.
Families Write Tinubu, Demand Probe Over Bandit's Confessions
Families torn apart by Northwest banditry demand President Tinubu investigate ex-governors named by Bello Turji. They seek justice and an end to impunity. Read their urgent plea.
12 Killed in Plateau Mining Site Attack
Suspected herdsmen killed 12 artisanal miners and abducted three in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State. Community leaders urge security action amid Christmas season warnings.
Bondi Beach Gunman Hit with 59 Charges After 15 Killed
Naveed Akram faces 59 charges, including 15 counts of murder, for the Bondi Beach attack on a Jewish Hanukkah event. Police allege it was an ISIS-inspired terrorist act. Read the full details.
Bandits Ambush, Kill Two in Kwara Community Attack
Suspected bandits killed two residents in Ifelodun LGA, Kwara State. The attack happened on Monday, December 15, 2025. Read for details and community impact.
Bandits Kill, Abduct in Sokoto Mosque, Village Raids
Gunmen attacked two communities in Sokoto's Sabon-Birni LGA, killing several and abducting many. The violence targeted a mosque during morning prayers. Read the full report.
Kidnapping Fears Fracture Nigeria's Rural-Urban Family Bonds
Fear of banditry and kidnapping is tearing apart family and social bonds in Nigeria, forcing separations and disrupting traditions. Read how communities are coping.
Katsina Peace Deals Yield Positive Security Results
Governor Dikko Radda reports tangible security gains from community-led peace deals with bandits in Katsina. Read how violence and state costs have plummeted.
Sheikh Gumi Prays for Divine Punishment on Terror Backers
Popular cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi invokes divine retribution against sponsors of Nigeria's insecurity. His viral prayer sparks heated online debate between critics and supporters.
ILDC: Defence Minister Musa Will Be Uncompromising on Terrorism
Civil society group ILDC expresses confidence in new Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa's ability to tackle banditry and terrorism. They urge national support for his strategic leadership.
Musa Vows Swift Security Turnaround, Kukah Demands Action
New Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa vows tangible security improvements soon. Bishop Kukah supports firm action to restore normalcy. Read the latest on Nigeria's security strategy.
Kukah Warns Against Arming Communities to Fight Bandits
Bishop Matthew Kukah warns arming civilians is a false solution to Nigeria's insecurity. He calls for unity and addressing social fractures at a national dialogue in Abuja.
Nigeria Will Overcome Security Challenges – Ribadu
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu expresses strong optimism that Nigeria will defeat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. He outlines a 'whole-of-society' strategy and reports over 775 terrorism convictions.
Marafa Backs Trump's Threat, Challenges Tinubu on Insecurity
Former Senator Kabiru Marafa explains his support for Donald Trump's military intervention threat, citing state failure and urging President Tinubu to act with stronger political will against banditry.
FUGUS Matriculates 2,123 Fresh Students
Federal University Gusau (FUGUS) matriculates 2,123 students for 2025/2026, prioritizes science. VC warns against vices, public lecture addresses banditry's impact on education.
Bandits Kill, Abduct 11 in Kano Night Raid
Armed bandits attacked Unguwar Tsamiya in Kano's Shanono LGA, killing residents, abducting 11, and burning homes. Security forces are in pursuit. Read details.
Tinubu Issues New Security Directives After High-Level Meeting
President Tinubu demands greater efficiency from security chiefs, issues fresh directives to combat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. Read the latest on Nigeria's security strategy.
Northern Governors Launch N16bn Monthly Security Fund
Northern governors and traditional rulers have approved a N16bn monthly security trust fund to combat banditry and terrorism. They also urged President Tinubu to suspend mining activities for six months.
Northern Governors, Traditional Rulers Meet on Security, State Police
Northern Governors and traditional rulers met in Kaduna, calling for state police and unity against banditry. They urged an end to ethnic and religious narratives harming national cohesion.
41 Northern Schools Closed Amid Banditry Attacks
Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf condemns school closures in northern Nigeria due to banditry. Learn how insecurity threatens education development and what solutions are needed.
Governor Mohammed warns criminals against insecurity in Bauchi
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed issues a stern warning to criminals, vowing they will not turn the state into a theatre of insecurity. Read his full speech and security strategy.
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