Tag: Bandits

Bandits Attack NSCDC Outpost in Niger, Cart Away With Service Rifle

Bandits storm NSCDC outpost in a Niger State community One service rifle carted away during the attack Officers overwhelmed by superior firepower Security agencies launch manhunt for the attackers Armed…

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FG Targets Terrorists Online, Begins Taking Down Bandits’ Social Media Accounts

FG is working with Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, X and Snapchat to remove terror-linked accounts Bandits used social media to show loot, livestream attacks and raise funds Security agencies say many…

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Troops Capture Notorious Bandit Leader Terrorising Benue–Taraba Axis

Nigerian Army arrests a wanted bandit leader in Benue Statew Operation carried out by 6 Brigade under Operation Whirl Stroke Suspect linked to kidnappings and armed robberies Arrest seen as…

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Bandits Will See Hell in 2026 — Nigerian Army Warns Criminal Groups

Nigerian Army vows zero tolerance for bandits and terrorists in 2026 Guards Brigade intensifies operations across Abuja and neighbouring states Weapons recovered, suspects arrested during 2025 clearance missions Army assures…

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‘Help Us’ — Bandits Release Video of Abducted ECWA Church Members in Kogi

Bandits release video of abducted ECWA worshippers in Kogi Elderly people and young children seen pleading for help Victims kidnapped during Sunday church service attack Community describes assault as unprecedented…

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Bandits Kill Community Leader, Kidnap Ex-Customs Officer in Osun

Armed bandits invade Ora Igbomina in Osun State Non-indigene community leader shot dead during attack Former customs officer kidnapped from his home Residents flee as security agencies launch manhunt Tension…

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They Gave Us AK-47 Rifles — Arrested Bandits Confess Kwara State Government Supplied Them Weapons

Soldiers intercepted armed suspects in Ifelodun LGA, Kwara State. Suspects alleged the Kwara State government supplied rifles and patrol vehicle. Confession was captured during on-camera interrogation by troops. Kwara government…

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Many Feared Dead As Vehicle Hits IED Planted By Bandits In Zamfara

Vehicle conveying passengers hit an IED in Zamfara State Explosion reportedly planted by bandits along the route Several passengers feared dead, casualty figure still unclear Troops and bomb disposal units…

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32-year-old Arrested in Abuja While Trying to Buy Ammunition for Zamfara Bandits

Police in Abuja arrest 32-year-old man for allegedly sourcing ammunition for Zamfara bandits. Suspect reportedly sought 1,000 rounds through a serving soldier for cash payment. He confessed he acted under…

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Kano: Bandits Collect N5m For 16 Kidnapped Villagers, Release Only Two

Bandits received ₦5m ransom for all 16 abducted residents. Only two captives regained freedom after payment. Community leader confirms bandits breached the deal. 14 victims still held as insecurity spreads…

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