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Bandits Kill Two in Matsai Community Attack in Katsina State

Crime

| 19-05-2025

Bandits Kill Two in Matsai Community Attack in Katsina State

Armed bandits attacked Matsai community in Kaita Local Government Area of Katsina State on Sunday night, killing two residents, injuring one, and looting valuable possessions from homes.

Poverty Fueling Insecurity in Northern Nigeria, Says Governor Uba Sani

Politics

| 19-05-2025

Poverty Fueling Insecurity in Northern Nigeria, Says Governor Uba Sani

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani identifies poverty and economic exclusion as root causes of insecurity in northern Nigeria, warning that the region will continue to face unrest unless address

Deadly Ambush: Gunmen Kill 15 Traders Returning from Oweto Market in Benue's Agatu

Crime

| 18-05-2025

Deadly Ambush: Gunmen Kill 15 Traders Returning from Oweto Market in Benue's Agatu

At least 15 traders have been killed in a deadly ambush by armed assailants near Ogwumogbo and Okpo'okpolo communities in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State while returning from Owet

Benue LG Chairman Imposes Dusk-to-Dawn Curfew Following Deadly Herdsmen Attacks

News

| 18-05-2025

Benue LG Chairman Imposes Dusk-to-Dawn Curfew Following Deadly Herdsmen Attacks

Gwer West Local Government Area in Benue State has implemented a 6:30 PM curfew after suspected herdsmen killed nine people in coordinated attacks on neighboring communities of Ayilamo and J

Nigeria Needs 'Active' Service Chiefs: Primate Ayodele Urges Military Heads to Resign

Politics

| 18-05-2025

Nigeria Needs 'Active' Service Chiefs: Primate Ayodele Urges Military Heads to Resign

Primate Elijah Ayodele has called on Nigeria's service chiefs to resign if they cannot tackle insecurity, warning that terrorists killing soldiers indicates leadership failure in the militar

CDS Musa Assures Nigerians on Security Amid Rising Sahel Threats

Politics

| 17-05-2025

CDS Musa Assures Nigerians on Security Amid Rising Sahel Threats

Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa has reassured Nigerians that security forces are intensifying efforts with renewed momentum to combat insecurity amid growing terrorist threat

Schools Shut as Bandits Attack Katsina Community, Kill Several in Dabaro

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Schools Shut as Bandits Attack Katsina Community, Kill Several in Dabaro

Schools in Guga District of Bakori LGA, Katsina State, have closed following a deadly bandit attack on nearby Dabaro community that left several dead and many cattle rustled, escalating inse

Surrender or Face Death: NAF Chief Issues Stern Warning to Bandits in Katsina

News

| 17-05-2025

Surrender or Face Death: NAF Chief Issues Stern Warning to Bandits in Katsina

Nigerian Air Force Chief Hassan Abubakar has issued a stark ultimatum to bandits during his visit to Katsina State, warning them to surrender their arms or face elimination as NAF enhances o

Gov Alia to Convene North-Central Security Summit Over Killings in Benue State

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Gov Alia to Convene North-Central Security Summit Over Killings in Benue State

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has announced plans to host a North-Central Security Summit to address the deteriorating security situation in the region, emphasizing peace through inclus

Bandits Kill One, Abduct Several in Fresh Attack on Katsina Community

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Bandits Kill One, Abduct Several in Fresh Attack on Katsina Community

Armed bandits have attacked Dungun Mu'azu in Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing one person, injuring another, and abducting several residents during a Wednesday night rai