Bandits Injure Marafa, Kill Cleric in Zamfara
Bandits shot APC chieftain Abdullahi Marafa, killed an Imam and worshippers, and abducted women in Zamfara. Atiku warns against suspending political campaigns in northern states.
Category : Banditry
Kwara monarch won't return without security improvement
Oba AbdulRahman Fabiyi of Owa-Onire fled his palace after armed attacks, including a December 2025 raid. He demands security before returning.
Banditry Ravages Ondo Communities: Fear, Economic Collapse
Banditry besieges Ondo communities, destroying local economies, disrupting lives, and driving farmers away as gunmen unleash terror in Akure North, Owo, and Ose councils.
Plateau Poly Student Dies After Gunmen Attack
Priscilla, a Plateau State Polytechnic student wounded in a herdsmen attack in Heipang, died from her injuries on April 23, 2026.
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5 Killed in Kaduna Gunmen Attack on Forest Guards
Gunmen killed five people and injured two others in an attack on a hunters' office in Gidan Waya, Kaduna State. Four victims were hunters, one was a student.
Kidnapper arrested for killing stepsister, son in Benue
Anthony Okwori, a suspected kidnapper, was arrested months after allegedly killing his stepsister and her son during a failed abduction attempt in Benue State.
Sokoto community repels bandits, kills one attacker
Residents of Achida community in Wurno LGA, Sokoto State, successfully repelled a bandit attack, neutralising one assailant and forcing others to flee with injuries.
Petrol Tanker Explosion Kills Police Officer, Soldier in Cross River
A petrol tanker explosion in Cross River State kills a police officer, a soldier, and others, with multiple injuries. Emergency responders rescue victims amid ongoing investigation.
Bishop Akinlade Calls for Security, Curbing Terrorist Spread
Rt. Rev. Olubunmi Akinlade commends federal efforts against terrorism but demands more to protect Nigerians. He also addresses Osun state's peace, projects, and election tensions.
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Bandits Kill 20 in Borno, Adamawa Border Communities
Suspected Boko Haram militants have killed 20 residents in Pubagu, Borno, and Mayo-Ladde, Adamawa, after overpowering local security forces in a violent assault on Tuesday.
CSOs Support Military's 'No Retreat' Order Against Bandits
Civil society organizations under NPSAN endorse Chief of Defence Staff Olufemi Oluyede's directive for intensified military operations against bandits in Nigeria's Northwest region, citing improved coordination and urging community support.
Civil Society Supports Military's Anti-Banditry Directive in North-West
A northern civil society coalition has expressed strong support for recent directives by Chief of Defence Staff Olufemi Oluyede to intensify anti-banditry operations across Nigeria's North-West region, citing the urgent need to address persistent insecuri
Kwara Gov Approves N20m for Families of Slain Soldiers in Kemanji Attack
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has pledged N20 million to each family of three soldiers killed in a bandit attack in Kemanji, plus N5 million for six wounded troops, during a hospital visit.
HURIWA Laments Security Collapse Over Boko Haram Ultimatum
HURIWA warns of a worsening security crisis in Nigeria following Boko Haram's 72-hour ultimatum for abducted victims in Borno State, citing attacks on highways and Plateau communities.
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Plateau Women Protest Attacks, Demand Soldiers Leave
Angry women in Plateau State protest repeated killings, destroy military checkpoint, and demand soldiers leave over failure to protect communities from terrorist attacks.
Bauchi Governor Hails Elimination of 20,000 Bandits in Security Sweep
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed announces a major victory as security forces eliminate 20,000 bandits in forest camps, with operations backed by aerial strikes and ground offensives.
Boko Haram Threatens to Kill 400+ Women, Children in 72 Hours
A Boko Haram faction has issued a 72-hour ultimatum, threatening to kill more than 400 women and children if a £2.7 million ransom is not paid, escalating Nigeria's security crisis.
Bandits Attack Ibadan-Ijebu Expressway, Kill One
A violent attack by suspected bandits on the Ibadan-Ijebu Expressway has left one person dead and an unspecified number of travellers abducted, sparking fear and outrage among commuters.
CDS Orders Troops to Crush Bandits for National Safety
Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has directed troops to intensify operations against bandits in the North-West, as recent attacks and ransom demands highlight ongoing security challenges.
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Alaafin Calls for Coordinated Action on Insecurity
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, expresses alarm over escalating insecurity in South West, Kwara, and Kogi, urging federal and state governments to deploy more security and improve coordination.
Six Dead, Eight Injured in Plateau Overnight Attacks
Gunmen launched separate attacks in Barkin Ladi and Riyom LGAs of Plateau State, killing six and injuring eight, raising fears over persistent rural insecurity.
Bandits Attack GUO Bus, Kill Driver, Abduct Passengers
A GUO bus traveling to South-East Nigeria was ambushed by armed bandits along the Benin-Ore expressway. The attackers killed the driver and kidnapped passengers, with videos capturing the aftermath and eyewitness accounts.
Zamfara Governor Mourns Bandit Attack Victims
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State expresses profound grief over a bandit attack in Bukkuyyum LGA, which killed and injured many, and deploys a high-level delegation to provide support.
Troops Arrest Smugglers, Recover Materials in Borno-Yobe
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested five suspected smugglers and recovered a large quantity of materials, including solar panels and cash, in a coordinated operation along border communities between Borno and Yobe States.
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Gunmen Kill Driver, Abduct Passengers on Ore–Benin Expressway
Suspected kidnappers ambushed a GUO Transport bus on the Ore–Benin expressway, killing the driver and abducting multiple passengers, highlighting Nigeria's worsening highway insecurity.
Terrorists Attack Kwara Community During Friday Prayer
Armed terrorists invaded Wodata community in Kwara during Jumu'at prayer, killing a farmer and looting shops. The victim died en route to hospital due to severe injuries and poor medical access.
Bandits Attack Kwara Community, Soldiers Feared Dead
Suspected terrorists launched a deadly assault on Kaiama, Kwara State, killing multiple people including soldiers. The attack followed a threat letter and involved explosives and gunfire.
Kwara Community Attack: Soldiers Killed, Residents Abducted
Armed bandits launched a midnight raid on Kemanji community in Kwara, killing several soldiers and abducting at least seven residents after a prior threat letter, sparking fear and mourning.
Zamfara, OLI Decry Terrorist Reintegration, Abuja Attack Plans
The Ogoni Liberation Initiative criticizes Nigeria's reintegration of Boko Haram terrorists, while security alerts warn of planned ISWAP attacks in Abuja and Niger State. Zamfara State reaffirms its no-negotiation stance with bandits.
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Oyedepo: Divine Judgment on Bandits in 7 Days
Bishop David Oyedepo has proclaimed divine retribution against bandits and terrorism sponsors within the next week during a Covenant Day of Vengeance service in Ogun State.
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