Bandits Kill 10, Burn Houses in Kwara Attack
Armed bandits attacked Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State, killing ten residents and burning houses. The attack occurred on Tuesday evening, with about 200 gunmen involved.
Category : Banditry
Katsina Rejoices as Bandit Leader Lankai Released by Turji
Residents of Jibia LGA in Katsina State celebrate after Abdu Lankai, a key figure in local peace deals, was released by Bello Turji's faction following six days of captivity linked to a failed arms deal.
Bandits Kill 10 in Kwara, Burn Homes
Terrorists attacked Woro community in Kaiama LGA, Kwara State, killing at least 10 residents and burning houses. Local leader accuses government of ignoring bandit presence for over 15 years.
Bandits Kill Six in Plateau: Five Residents, Soldier Dead
Suspected bandits attacked Zurak and Sabon Gari communities in Plateau State's Wase LGA, killing five residents and one soldier. Three soldiers are missing after the assault that forced residents to flee their homes.
Army Repels Bandits in Sokoto, Recovers Arms
Nigerian Army troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully repelled a bandit attack on Kola Village in Sokoto State, recovering weapons and stolen livestock while ensuring no civilian casualties.
80 Kaduna Church Abductees Escape, 86 Still Held
Eighty worshippers abducted from Kajuru churches in January 2026 have escaped captivity and reunited with families, while 86 remain held by bandits in Kaduna State.
Army Neutralizes 20 Bandits in Zamfara, Soldiers Killed
Nigerian troops stormed a notorious bandit camp in Zamfara, killing 20 terrorists and destroying their stronghold, though several soldiers lost their lives in the intense firefight.
Primate Ayodele Warns 10 States of Bandit Attacks
Spiritual leader Primate Ayodele warns of planned bandit attacks in 10 Nigerian states, urging governors to enhance security and residents to stay vigilant amid ongoing insecurity.
Bandits Attack Niger State Church, Abduct Residents
Armed bandits attacked Agwara in Niger State, burning a police station and church while abducting at least five residents. Police confirm the Sunday morning assault that has heightened security fears.
Zamfara Bandits Burn Four Alive Over Levy Refusal
Armed bandits attacked Gwargwabe village in Zamfara, burning four residents alive after they refused to pay illegal levies. The assault destroyed homes, grain silos, and livestock.
Bandits Burn Church, Police Station in Niger, Abduct Five
Armed bandits attacked Agwara town in Niger State, burning down a police station and a church, and kidnapping at least five residents in a dawn raid that has sparked widespread fear and displacement.
Bandits Kill 3 Police Officers in Katsina Ambush
Three police officers were killed and two injured in a bandit ambush in Katsina State during an anti-crime patrol in Guga village, Bakori LGA, on January 27, 2026.
Turji Captures Peace Negotiator in Katsina, Threatening Deal
Abdu Lankai, a bandit leader who enforced the Jibia peace agreement, has been captured by Bello Turji's faction in Katsina, killing seven and raising fears of renewed violence.
Bandit Leader Lantai Officer Killed in Katsina Ambush
Prominent bandit leader Abdullahi Lantai, known as Lantai Officer, has been assassinated in Katsina State. The attack is linked to rival Bello Turji's network, threatening to escalate violence in Jibia and surrounding areas.
Zamfara Engineer Freed After 4 Months in Bandit Captivity
Bashar Sani Gummi, a Zamfara engineer, has been released after four months in bandit captivity. Family members shared stark before and after photos showing his dramatic physical decline during the ordeal.
Zamfara Bandits Kill Baby, Abduct Passengers in Attack
Armed bandits attacked a passenger vehicle in Zamfara State, killing a one-year-old boy, injuring a woman, and abducting several passengers along the Gusau–Kasheta Kura route.
Miyetti Allah Leaders Held for Alleged Bandit Sponsorship
Kwara State Miyetti Allah leaders, including President Idris Abubakar, arrested for alleged kidnapping involvement and sponsorship of armed bandit groups, with security sources citing moral failure.
APC Denies Bello Turji Membership as Fake
The All Progressives Congress has dismissed rumours linking notorious bandit leader Bello Turji to party membership, calling the circulated slip a fabrication designed to tarnish its image.
Kano Businessman Killed by Bandits in Tiga Town
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed Alhaji Habibu Mai Shago, a popular businessman in Tiga town, Kano State, during a late-night raid on his shop where valuables were stolen.
Kaduna Community Sells Maize for Ransom, Hostages Not Freed
Bandits in Kaduna refuse to release 13 abducted villagers despite N40m ransom payment, forcing community to sell food reserves and face hunger crisis.
Bandits Kill 2, Kidnap 50+ Women in Katsina
Suspected bandits attacked Chibauna community in Katsina State, killing two people and abducting over 50 women. Local officials are calling for urgent military intervention.
Gombe Police Kill 3 Bandits, Rescue Victims
Gombe State Police Command confirms neutralization of three suspected bandits, recovery of arms and ammunition, and rescue of kidnapped victims following coordinated security operations in border communities.
Bandits Kill 70-Year-Old, Abduct Sons in Gombe Attacks
Armed bandits launched coordinated attacks on three villages in Gombe State, killing a 70-year-old man and abducting five others, including his two sons, with police engaging in a gun battle that resulted in casualties and rescues.
Bandits Kill Zamfara Cleric After Ransom
Bandits have killed Islamic cleric Alhaji Zainu Mada in Gusau, Zamfara State, after collecting a N2 million ransom, airtime, and phones, highlighting ongoing insecurity in Mada town.
Six Farmers Killed in Niger State Attack, Jihadist Shift Feared
Armed assailants killed six farmers in Wawa village, Niger State, with security analyst Zagazola Makama warning the attack shows signs of a hybrid jihadist campaign beyond traditional banditry.
Bandits Kill Islamic Cleric in Zamfara
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed Islamic cleric Alhaji Zainu Mada in Gusau, Zamfara State, sparking condemnation from local officials and highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.
Bandits Kill Nine, Injure 13 in Katsina LGA Attack
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked communities in Dandume LGA, Katsina State, killing nine people and injuring 13 others, despite a recent peace agreement.
Berom Group Condemns Plateau Killings, Demands Action
The Berom Youth Moulders-Association condemns the killing of seven youths in Plateau, calls for government intervention amid rising insecurity in mining areas.
Pastor, Hunters Killed in Borno Boko Haram Attack
Boko Haram terrorists attacked Tarfa Village in Biu LGA, Borno State, killing a pastor, two hunters, and other civilians. Vigilante commander confirms details of the deadly assault.
Seven Youths Killed at Plateau Mining Site by Gunmen
Armed attackers targeted a tin mining site in Gakok, Kuru community, Jos South LGA, killing seven young men engaged in legitimate mining activities. The Plateau Youth Council condemns the violence.
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