Tag: bandits
Deadly airstrikes: NAF deals severe blow to bandits in Niger, scores killed
In retaliation, NAF launched a three-day sustained air operation, named ‘Konan Daji’, aimed at crippling the terrorists’ operations and rendering…
Police thwart twin kidnap attempts, rescue 20 passengers in Katsina
The confrontation forced the attackers to abandon their mission and flee the scene with gunshot injuries. “All 10 occupants of…
NAF airstrikes kill scores of bandits in Zamfara
He said the operations led to the neutralisation of numerous bandits, including key loyalists of infamous bandit leaders Dan-Isuhu and…
NAF airstrikes dismantle bandits’ strongholds in Kaduna
“More updates on the outcomes of Operation FARAUTAR MUJIYA are expected in the coming days,” he said.
Bandits storm Zamfara community, abduct Imam, 99 villagers
A survivor told the BBC Hausa Service in an interview that the affected communities were under siege and people were…
Sokoto residents celebrate killing of notorious bandits’ kingpin, Kachallah (Buzu)
In an exciting mode, Alhaji Aliyu Shugaba-Maiyadi, the Chairman, Coalition of Traders’ Association, commended the efforts and praised the military…
Deadly assault repelled: DSS, NAF neutralise 28 bandits in Niger
The Nigerian Air Force swiftly intervened, deploying a series of airstrikes that inflicted severe damage on the bandits. As of…
We’ll support communities to fight bandits, kidnappers — Radda
Governor Radda said this at a Public Engagement, 2025 Citizens’ Budget Participation Process and the launching of a Community Development…
Police neutralise six bandits in Benue
“The presence of police officers across Makurdi today is not to scare citizens but to assure them of police presence…
Deadly woman Ubaida Aliyu delivering ammunition to bandits cracked in Kaduna
Also, Babafemi disclosed that two suspects, Abioye Adeniyi, 39, and Rafiu Lekan, 41, were arrested with 55 jumbo wraps of…
Nasarawa NSCDC repels bandits’ attack on its headquarters
The Nasarawa State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, on Monday, repelled an attack on its…
Bandits kill six security operatives, 20 others in Katsina – Police
He explained that during the preliminary investigation, it was revealed that the bandits attacked Gidan Boka village, killing 15 people…
Kaduna Police neutralise two suspected bandits, recover AK-47 rifles
He said the Commissioner of Police, Mr Ali Dabigi, urged the public to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities…
Fleeing villagers storm Zamfara Government House to seek protection from bandits
Another fleeing community member, Hajia Aisha Usman expressed displeasure at the condition of people of the community.
Kogi massacre: 25 victims killed by bandits buried
Akpa described the attack as barbaric and wicked given the way and manner the bandits unleashed mayhem on his people.