Category: Security
Israel’s Defence Minister Orders Seizure of More Gaza Territory, Ties Withdrawal to Hostage Release
Israel’s Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, has ordered the military to seize additional areas in the Gaza Strip, linking any potential withdrawal to the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas. The announcement comes as ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas remain deadlocked, with Israel blaming the militant group for the failure to reach an…
Jihadists Attack Mosque During Friday Prayer in Niger, Killing at Least 44 Civilians
In a brutal attack that has shocked the nation, Islamist militants killed at least 44 civilians and injured 13 others during an assault on a mosque in southwest Niger Republic on Friday. The attack occurred during afternoon prayers in the village of Fombita, located in the rural commune of Kokorou, near the tri-border region of…
Afenifere Council Urges Tinubu to Declare State of Emergency in South-West Over Rising Kidnappings and Killings
The Afenifere National Youth Council (AYC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency on kidnapping in the South-West region, following a surge in abductions, killings, and widespread insecurity. The group’s plea comes amid growing concerns over the escalating violence, which has left citizens in constant fear and disrupted economic activities…
ISWAP Releases Gruesome Video Executing Three Nigerian Soldiers in Yobe
The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), a faction of Boko Haram affiliated with the Islamic State, has released a chilling video showing the execution of three Nigerian soldiers. The graphic footage, which has been verified by reporters, depicts the soldiers being shot dead by masked insurgents in a field. The incident reportedly occurred on…
18 Passengers Abducted from ABC Transport Bus in Kogi Spend Five Days with Kidnappers
The Kogi State government has confirmed that 18 passengers abducted from an ABC Transport bus on Sunday, March 16, 2025, are still being held captive by kidnappers. The victims, including the driver, were traveling from the South-East to Abuja when their bus was hijacked by gunmen at Oloma in Ofu Local Government Area, a border…
Nigerian Air Force Conducts Precision Airstrikes, Disrupts Terrorist Operations in North-East and North-West
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out a series of precision airstrikes between March 17 and 19, 2025, targeting terrorist hideouts in the North-East and North-West regions. The coordinated operations successfully eliminated scores of insurgents and significantly disrupted their activities, marking a major victory in Nigeria’s ongoing fight against terrorism. According to Group Captain…
Osun State Governor Imposes Curfew on Ifon and Ilobu Communities Amid Renewed Land Dispute Crisis
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reimposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Ifon and Ilobu communities following a fresh outbreak of violence over a longstanding land dispute. The curfew, which takes effect from 6 pm to 6 am, was announced on Friday, March 21, 2025, after gunmen reportedly invaded Ilobu community, resulting in one fatality, shootings,…
UN Agency Reports Record-High Migrant Deaths in 2024, Nearly 9,000 Lives Lost
The United Nations migration agency has reported that 2024 marked the deadliest year on record for migrants, with nearly 9,000 confirmed deaths on treacherous routes worldwide. The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) revealed that at least 8,938 people lost their lives while attempting dangerous journeys in search of better opportunities, with the Sahara Desert and…
Suspected Armed Herdsmen Attack Another Benue Community, Injure Several Residents
Suspected Fulani herdsmen have launched another attack on Tse Jam town in Kwande Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, injuring several residents, mainly local farmers. The attack, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, has forced thousands of residents to flee their homes, seeking refuge in neighboring areas. The armed herders reportedly invaded the community, located…
Religious Violence in Nigeria Primarily Caused by Extremists, Says CAN Northern Chapter Chair
Reverend Yakubu Pam, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Northern Chapter, has identified extremism and hate speech as the primary drivers of religious violence in Nigeria. Speaking on the growing tensions between religious groups, Reverend Pam emphasized the need to monitor the speeches of religious leaders who may incite violence through extremist rhetoric….