The Zamfara Model, Dismal Tunnel to Self-Destruction, By Jibrin Ibrahim
The Governor of Zamfara State is implementing what he calls a successful model for handling terrorism and banditry in the State. On 1st March, […]
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Zangon Kataf: Troops arrest 9 over deadly attack
Nine suspects have been arrested in connection with the recently reported attack on Kurmin Gandu village, Zangon Kataf local government area. According to a statement […]
The North and the effect of Janus, By Hassan Gimba
I had intended to continue with the topic, ‘Nigeria and Presidential Democracy: Any Better Alternative? (3)’ but I had to suspend it; it is more […]
Poverty and Existential Problems of Nigeria, By Salihu Moh. Lukman
This is dedicated to the three hundred and seventeen students of Government Girls Science Secondary School, Jangebe, Zamfara State abducted by Armed Bandits on […]
UPDATED: 24 Kagara Students, 14 Others Regain Freedom from Bandits in Niger State
The kidnapped staff and students of Government Science College Kagara have finally regained freedom from the armed bandits in Niger State. A top […]
Ruling Nigeria on Orwellian Terms By Osmund Agbo
“One of the swiftest ways of destroying a kingdom is to give preference to one particular tribe over another or to show favour to one […]
Gunmen kill 18 as troops neutralise bandits –Commissioner
Kaduna State Government says security personnel have neutralised bandits in several locations in the state. The government also announced that 18 persons died in several […]
Niger abduction: Victims recount ordeal, say bandits beat, starve
The freed passengers of the Niger State Transport Authority, who were abducted by armed bandits, say the abductors humiliated them while in captivity. The victims […]
Bandits kill father, son in Kaduna–commissioner
The Kaduna State Government has said some bandits killed father and son in Igabi Local Government Area of the state. Mr Samuel Aruwan, the Commissioner […]
Bandits raze church building, two homes in Kajuru
Security agencies have reported that bandits razed the building of the Holy Family Catholic Church, and two homes, in Kikwari village, Kajuru local government […]
More terrorists neutralized as new service chiefs change tactics – DHQs
By Chimezie Godfrey The Defence Headquarters, Abuja has revealed that the recent changes in the leadership and operations of the Armed Forces of Nigeria will […]
Kaduna: Bandits kill 23 persons in five LGAs
Following the security situation across the state within the last 24 hours, the Kaduna State Government has received reports from security agencies of the killing […]
Kaduna: Bandits kill four persons in Giwa, Chikun, Igabi areas
Security agencies have reported the killing of four citizens in isolated locations of Giwa, Chikun and Igabi local government areas. Samuel Aruwan, Commissioner, […]
Military kills over 35 terrorists, destroys 13 gun trucks, others
By Chimezie Godfrey Military operations in troubled zones of the country have led to the killing of over 35 terrorists, destruction of 13 gun trucks and […]
Troops neutralize 2 bandits in Kaduna
By Chimezie Godfrey The troops of Operation Accord have neutralized two bandits in Kaduna state. This was revealed by the Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Defence […]
Troops neutralize several bandits, arrest others in Katsina, Zamfara states
By Chimezie Godfrey The troops of Operation Hadarin Daji have neutralized several bandits and arrested others in Katsina and Zamfara states. This was disclosed on […]
Security checklist, as Nigeria marks Armed forces Rememberance Day, By Presidency
January 15 every year is commemorated as Armed Forces Remembrance Day. As the milestone is marked this year, it also provides ample opportunity to […]
Military eliminates over 114 terrorists, recovers 393 livestock, others in 7 days
By Chimezie Godfrey The military has succeeded in eliminating over 114 terrorists and recovered 393 livestock in its recent operations across the country. The Coordinator, […]
Troops neutralize bandits, recover livestock in Katsina, Zamfara
By Chimezie Godfrey Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji have neutralized scores of bandits and recovered livestock in Katsina and Zamfara states. This was revealed on […]
UPDATE: Military seizes over 350,000 litres of stolen crude in South-South, others.
By Chimezie Godfrey The Military has seized over 350,000 litres of stolen crude oil and immobilized several illegal refining sites in the South-South zone of […]
Military eliminates over 2, 403 criminal elements nationwide – DHQ
By Chimezie Godfrey The Armed Forces of Nigeria has succeeded in eliminating over 2,403 criminal elements across the country says Defence Headquarters Abuja. The Coordinator, […]
Troops rescue kidnap victims, arrests bandits’ informant in Katsina
By Chimezie Godfrey The troops of Operation Hadarin Daji have rescued kidnap victims and arrested bandits’ informant in Katsina state. The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, […]
Firefight as troops neutralize 9 bandits along Kaduna-Abuja highway
The Kaduna State Government says it has been informed by the military securing the Kaduna-Abuja Road general area, that troops neutralized nine armed bandits […]
Notorious bandit, Nasiru Kachalla, others killed as rival gangs fight
Security agencies have confirmed to the Kaduna State Government the killing of a notorious bandit, Nasiru Kachalla. Kachalla, who has been on the run for […]
The year 2020: A year like no other, By Dakuku Peterside
The year 2020 was supposed to be a great year. It was another Leap Year – the famed Olympic Games year when thousands of […]