In a significant victory in the fight against terrorism, the Nigerian Army’s Joint Task Force Northwest, Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD), neutralized the infamous bandit leader Kachallah Buzu alongside several of his fighters. The operation, which took place in the night hours of September 12, unfolded in the remote village of Mayanchi, located in Zamfara State….
In the ongoing saga of insecurity plaguing Zamfara State, bandits have once again expressed their desire for peace negotiations with Governor Dauda Lawal Dare . Despite the looming specter of fear, Governor Lawal of Zamfara state remains steadfast in his stance against compromising with criminal elements. The bandits’ plea for negotiation underscores the escalating pressure…
In a bid to address the escalating security crisis in Nigeria, prominent Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi has stepped forward, offering to mediate discussions between the federal government and bandits. Expressing deep concern over the recent abduction of 287 students from Kuriga Government Secondary and LEA Primary Schools in the Chikun local government area…
The bandits operating in the Gonin Gora region of Kaduna have demanded an exorbitant sum of N40 trillion for the release of 16 residents held captive. This unprecedented ransom demand has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving residents and authorities baffled. John Yusuf, a prominent community leader, revealed that the bandits made contact with the…
In a brazen attack on Thursday morning, bandits raided the LGEA Primary School in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, leaving a trail of fear and uncertainty. The assailants struck at approximately 8:20 am, just after the morning assembly, catching both pupils and teachers off guard. Initial reports suggest a significant number of…
The FCT Police have successfully apprehended 139 suspected bandits, marking a significant stride in their ongoing efforts to curb criminal activities in the region. Over the course of two weeks, the FCT Police operation not only resulted in the arrest of these individuals but also led to the rescue of 154 hostages who were held…
The Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has strongly advised against paying ransom to bandits and kidnappers, asserting that such actions only fuel the menace. This warning comes amid the federal government’s stance on crowdfunding for ransom payments, emphasizing the existence of laws prohibiting this practice. In a press briefing after the 2024 Federal Executive…
During the meeting, Rev. Hayab shed light on the profound challenges faced by the Church due to the activities of criminal elements in Kaduna State.
In a statement following a meeting with security chiefs at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Musa reassured the nation of the military’s imminent capture of the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji. Speaking with confidence, General Christopher Musa vowed that the criminal responsible for countless attacks across Northern Nigeria…
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has expressed confidence in the Nigerian military’s capacity to address the nation’s growing banditry problem, similar to their success in combating insurgency. Marwa commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their professionalism, patriotism, and sacrifices, particularly in curbing…
