Category : Banditry


Gunmen Attack, Burn Ipele Police Station in Ondo

Suspected bandits attacked the Ipele Divisional Police Station in Ondo State on New Year's Eve, setting it ablaze. Residents fled into the bush. Police confirm situation is now under control. Read more.

Bandits Attack Priests in Nasarawa, Near Abuja

Armed bandits attacked two Catholic priests at St. Rita Church in Mararaba, Nasarawa. Both were seriously injured and hospitalized. Read the full report and the Knights of St. John's condemnation.

Two Catholic Priests Stabbed by Bandits Near Abuja

Armed bandits attacked two priests at St. Rita Catholic Church in Mararaba, Nasarawa State. Both clerics are in stable condition after emergency treatment. The Knights of St. John condemn the worsening insecurity.

3 Killed, 3 Abducted in Fresh Kaduna Bandit Attack

Suspected bandits attacked Bundu Kahugu in Kaduna, killing three and abducting three others. This is the second assault on the community in two weeks. Residents plead for security and better networks.

7,000 New Forest Guards Deployed to Fight Bandits

The Tinubu administration has deployed over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to seven frontline states to tackle banditry and secure Nigeria's forests. Learn about their mission and training.

Fresh Explosion Kills 9 in Zamfara State

A deadly explosion has rocked Dansadau road in Zamfara, claiming at least nine lives. This is the second such incident in the state within a week. Get the latest details.

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.

Bandits Attack NSCDC Checkpoint in Niger State

Armed bandits attacked an NSCDC checkpoint in Niger State's Borgu LGA, stealing a rifle and vandalizing a vehicle. No casualties reported. Security agencies are on the trail of the perpetrators.

Kwankwaso Urges Tinubu to Flush Out Bandits

NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso challenges President Tinubu to demonstrate political will and deploy the military to end insecurity. He vows to recruit 1 million troops if elected in 2027.

Bandit Leader Arrested in Benue-Taraba Axis

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested notorious bandit leader Fidelis Gayama, linked to kidnapping and armed robbery along the Benue-Taraba corridor. Read the full details of the intelligence-driven operation.

Army Arrests Notorious Bandit Leader in Benue

Nigerian Army troops have captured Fidelis Gayama, a high-value bandit leader terrorising the Benue-Taraba axis. Details of the operation and his links to wanted criminal Aka Dogo revealed.

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