Tag: #Banditry
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NIGERIAN ARMY FOILS BANDIT AMBUSH, RESCUES KIDNAPPED VICTIM IN KOGI
Troops of the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have successfully foiled a bandit ambush and rescued a kidnapped victim in Lokoja, Kogi State. Acting on credible intelligence about bandits moving through the Oshokoshoko-Obajana corridor with abducted persons, the troops, working jointly with hybrid security forces, laid a special ambush. The bandits opened fire but…
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MILITARY PROBES TROOP WITHDRAWAL BEFORE KEBBI SCHOOLGIRLS ABDUCTION — RESCUE OPERATIONS ONGOING
The Defence Headquarters has launched an investigation into allegations that soldiers guarding Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State were withdrawn shortly before bandits abducted 25 students. Director of Defence Media Operations Michael Onoja confirmed the probe, saying a thorough review of troop movements on the day of the attack is underway. The…
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KEBBI DEPUTY SPEAKER ABDUCTED BY SUSPECTED BANDITS, JOINT SECURITY TEAMS MOBILIZED FOR RESCUE
The Kebbi Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Alhaji Muhammad Sama’ila-Bagudo, Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, by suspected bandits in Bagudo LGA. The incident occurred Friday night around 8:20 p.m., shortly after he performed Isha’i prayer. A joint security force comprising police tactical units, military personnel, and vigilantes has been…
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NIGERIAN ARMY DENIES BANDITS OVERRAN TROOPS IN KWARA; CALLS REPORTS FALSE
Army refutes claims of weapons loss, highlights recent successes in ongoing security operations. The Nigerian Army has dismissed as false a viral report claiming bandits overpowered soldiers and seized six machine guns plus 30,000 rounds of ammunition in Kwara’s Obanla area. Lt.-Col. Polycarp Okoye stated troops, notably the 148 Battalion, have maintained control and neutralized…
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GUNMEN KILL COMMUNITY LEADER, DOZENS IN KWARA ATTACK AS GOVERNOR CALLS FOR MORE TROOPS
Deadly bandit raid shakes Ogba-Ayo community, sparking urgent calls for increased security. At dawn Sunday, armed gunmen attacked Ogba-Ayo in Kwara’s Ifelodun LGA, killing the Baale, his two children, and dozens more, while many residents fled in fear. The attackers struck swiftly, overwhelming local defenses, including forest guards who bravely resisted but suffered casualties. Governor…
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SEVEN KILLED IN BANDIT NIGHT RAID IN KATSINA VILLAGE
Deadly reprisal attack shocks Magajin Wando as community watch bravely defends residents. Bandits armed with sophisticated weapons attacked Magajin Wando village in Katsina State around midnight, killing seven and injuring several others after a clash with the local Community Watch Corps. Commissioner Nasir Danmusa praised the Corps’ bravery and urged residents to stay vigilant and…
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KOGI DISTRICT HEAD OF BAGAJI ADO ABDUCTED BY UNKNOWN GUNMEN
Security forces launch manhunt as traditional ruler is kidnapped amid rising bandit attacks. The Kogi Police confirmed the abduction of Mr. David Wada, District Head of Bagaji Ado, during an ambush on his way from a council meeting. Rapid response teams, including vigilantes and hunters, are combing nearby forests for his safe rescue. No contact…
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KADUNA POLICE ARREST 13 SUSPECTED CATTLE RUSTLERS, RECOVER 27 CATTLE
Kaduna State Police have arrested 13 suspected cattle rustlers and recovered 27 rustled cattle following a successful operation on the Kaduna-Abuja Expressway. Acting on credible intelligence, officers intercepted three vehicles carrying the stolen cattle. One suspect confessed to receiving rustled cows from notorious bandits terrorising the area. Investigations continue as police intensify efforts to dismantle…
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BANDIT ATTACKS IN MUSHERE DISPLACE OVER 25,000, DESTROY HOMES AND FARMLANDS
The Mushere Youths Movement reports that armed bandits have displaced more than 25,000 people across several communities in Mushere District, Plateau State, following a series of brutal attacks between May and August 2025. Gunmen destroyed 55 houses, farmlands, schools, churches, and other properties worth millions of naira, killing at least 37 people. The attacks, described…
