Category: #Terrorism
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KADUNA KIDNAPPINGS: CHRISTIAN LEADERS DECLARE 2-DAY FASTING OVER ABDUCTED WORSHIPPERS
After 163 worshippers were kidnapped from churches in Kajuru, Southern Kaduna’s Christian leaders are turning to prayer—and demanding action. Christian leaders in Southern Kaduna have declared a two-day fasting and prayer programme following the abduction of 163 worshippers from three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State. Chairman of the Southern Kaduna Christian…
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KADUNA ABDUCTION: CAN DEMANDS SWIFT RESCUE, SLAMS EARLY DENIAL
Church leaders say lives were at stake while officials argued facts. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged the police and other security agencies to act fast—and speak carefully—after the alleged abduction of worshippers in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said the initial public dismissal of the incident…
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TROOPS STRIKE TERRORISTS, FREE 62 HOSTAGES IN KEBBI–ZAMFARA SWEEP
Another big win against banditry in the North-West. Nigerian troops have neutralised two suspected Lakurawa terrorists and rescued 62 kidnapped victims in coordinated operations across Kebbi and Zamfara States. Under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, soldiers of the Joint Task Force North West, working with vigilantes and other security agencies, acted on solid intelligence to hit criminal…
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NIGERIAN TROOPS RESCUE 8 KIDNAP VICTIMS, ARREST GUNRUNNER IN CROSS RIVER
Swift action on waterways pays off. Nigerian troops under Operation UDO KA have safely received eight rescued kidnap victims handed over by the Cameroonian Armed Forces along the Ikang waterways. The victims had been abducted by suspected sea pirates while traveling from Nigeria to Cameroon but were freed following a gun battle with Cameroonian forces.…
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TROOPS UNCOVER TERRORISTS’ MASS GRAVE IN BORNO
Another grim sign of militants’ losses in the North-East. Nigerian troops have uncovered a mass grave holding about 20 terrorists killed during recent military operations in the notorious Timbuktu Triangle of Borno State. According to the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, the bodies were buried by fleeing terrorists after deadly encounters with…
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COURT ORDERS ARREST OF TURJI-LINKED SUSPECTS
Things took a dramatic turn in Abuja as a Federal High Court issued a bench warrant for the arrest of suspects allegedly linked to notorious terror kingpin Bello Turji—after they failed to show up for trial. Justice Emeka Nwite approved the warrant on Wednesday when four defendants connected to the terrorism case were absent in…
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POLICE CLARIFY KADUNA ABDUCTION COMMENTS, CONFIRM INCIDENT UNDER INVESTIGATION
The Nigeria Police Force has clarified that Kaduna State’s Commissioner of Police, Mr. Muhammadu Rabiu, was not denying the reported abduction of church worshippers in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru LGA, but speaking cautiously pending verification. CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, NPF spokesperson, said initial conflicting reports prompted measured comments to avoid panic. Subsequent checks confirmed the attack, and…
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KWARA HOLDS ITS BREATH AS MONARCH’S SON WALKS FREE
A glimmer of hope in a tense ordeal: Olaolu Olanipekun, son of the Oniwo of Afin, has regained freedom weeks after bandits stormed the palace and abducted the royal family and residents in Kwara. Security sources confirmed Olaolu’s release, though details remain sketchy and it’s unclear if ransom was paid. Sadly, the monarch, Oba Simeon…
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TEARS, SACRIFICE, AND RELIEF: 17 MORE ABDUCTED KOGI WORSHIPPERS FINALLY FREED
After weeks of fear, prayers, and painful sacrifices, hope is rising again in Aiyetoro Kiri, Bunu District of Kogi State. Seventeen more worshippers abducted from an ECWA church in the community have finally regained their freedom, thanks to determined efforts by community leaders and the families of the victims who pulled resources together to negotiate…
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TROOPS STORM TARABA, CHASE KIDNAPPERS INTO BUSH AND FREE THREE YOUTHS
Imagine kidnappers thinking they’ve got easy prey in a quiet Taraba village—then troops crash the party, sending them scampering and rescuing the captives in a Hollywood-style chase On January 5, 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke troops mobilized on solid intel to Sangai Village, Bachama Ward, Karim Lamido LGA, pursuing suspects toward the Taraba-Plateau border…
