Catholic council decries Nigeria’s security situation, demands urgent action
The Catholic Laity Council of Nigeria (CLCN) has issued a stern statement, aligning itself with the nation’s bishops in condemning the “heinous atrocities” and “senseless violence” plaguing the…
’17 killed’, many injured as gunmen attack IDPs in Taraba community
At least 17 people have been reportedly killed by suspected Jukun militia who launched a coordinated attack on returning Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Tse Ajogo village, Wukari LGA,…
Ten Days After Abduction, Kwara Community Cries Out For Monarch’s Release
The Bayagan-Ile Community in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State has called for the intervention of the police, the state government, and other security agencies to rescue…
BREAKING: 100 Schoolchildren Abducted In Niger State Released
The Federal Government has reportedly secured the release of 100 schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area, Niger State,…
Gunmen kidnap two Chinese nationals from construction site in Kwara
Gunmen have abducted two Chinese nationals working on a road project in Kwara state. The expatriates were among workers on the BUA Bode Saadu–Kaiama–Kosubosu road when the masked assailants…
Doctor arrested over supplying of drugs to kidnappers in Kwara
A medical doctor has been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services for allegedly transporting medical supplies from Sokoto State to suspected kidnapping gangs operating in Kwara…
US lawmakers to meet today over rising attacks in Nigeria
The United States House Appropriations Committee will lead a joint congressional briefing on Tuesday focused on the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, committee officials announced. According to a…
We never backed amnesty for terrorists — ACF
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has strongly refuted claims circulating on social media suggesting that the organisation endorsed amnesty and financial incentives for terrorists aand bandits operating across northern…
Kwara Traditional Ruler, Six Others Escape From Bandits’ Den
The abducted traditional ruler, Ojibara of Bayagan in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara state, Alh Kamilu Salami, and six others have escaped from the grip of bandits. Credible…
Obasanjo to FG: Stop apologising, negotiating with terrorists
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has rejected calls for negotiations with bandits, insisting that Nigeria must take decisive action and embrace international assistance to confront escalating insecurity. Obasanjo, who spoke…
Lakurawa Kill Three Immigration Officers In Kebbi
Gunmen suspected to be members of the Lakurawa terrorist group have attacked a Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) checkpoint in Bakin Ruwa, along the Maje border in Bagudo Local Government…
Police arrest 10 for kidnapping, robbery, cultism in Imo
The Imo State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects for alleged involvement in kidnapping, armed robbery and cultism across various communities in the state. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP…
NEWS EXTRA: Gunmen kill lady filming attack on Ngige’s convoy in Anambra
A yet-to-be-identified lady was shot dead while recording an attack on the convoy of Chris Ngige, former Anambra governor and ex-minister of labour and employment. Fred Chukwuelobe, Ngige’s former…
Gunmen attack police patrol team in Anambra, burn vehicle
Some yet-to-be-identified assailants attacked a joint police patrol team along the Abatete–Eziowelle Road in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State on Wednesday. The incident reportedly caused panic…
Bandits abduct boy, teenage girls from FCT community — Report
A 16-year-old boy alongside six girls have been abducted from Gidan -Bijimi in Kawu ward of Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Daily Trust reports that…



















