Bandit Infighting Claims Over 40 Lives in Zamfara, Brother of Ado Allero Reportedly Killed

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Bandit Infighting Claims Over 40 Lives in Zamfara, Brother of Ado Allero Reportedly Killed By: Zagazola Makama A violent internal clash among rival factions of armed bandits in the eastern Mada axis of Zamfara State has reportedly left more than 40 fighters dead, including a younger brother of not...
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Local vigilantes, repel bandits incursion with air support as over 30 reported dead while gunmen flee

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Local vigilantes, repel bandits incursion with air support as  over 30 reported dead while gunmen flee By: Zagazola Makama Residents of Birnin Tudu in Gummi Local Government Area of Zamfara State have fought back against a large bandit force following a three-day confrontation that repor...
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Local vigilantes, repel bandits incursion with air support as over 30 reported dead while gunmen flee

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Local vigilantes, repel bandits incursion with air support as  over 30 reported dead while gunmen flee By: Zagazola Makama Residents of Birnin Tudu in Gummi Local Government Area of Zamfara State have fought back against a large bandit force following a three-day confrontation that repor...
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Suspected ISWAP Member, Wife and Sons Surrender to Troops in Borno

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Suspected ISWAP Member, Wife and Sons Surrender to Troops in Borno By: Zagazola Makama A suspected member of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), alongside his wife and sons, has surrendered to troops in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Security sources told Zagazola...
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Troops Discover, Detonate Two IEDs Along Pulka-Firgi Road in Borno

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Troops Discover, Detonate Two IEDs Along Pulka-Firgi Road in Borno By: Zagazola Makama Troops of the Nigerian Army have discovered and safely detonated two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by suspected terrorists along the Pulka-Firgi Road in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State...
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DSS SECURES SEVENTH DEATH SENTENCE AS ADAMAWA COURT CONVICTS THREE FOR KIDNAPPING CATHOLIC PRIESTS

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DSS SECURES SEVENTH DEATH SENTENCE AS ADAMAWA COURT CONVICTS THREE FOR KIDNAPPING CATHOLIC PRIESTS By: Zagazola Makama A High Court of Adamawa State has sentenced three men to death for kidnapping two Catholic priests in February 2025, bringing to seven the number of death sentences reportedly sec...
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Army Arrests Notorious Suspect DJ Abam Over Alleged Reign of Terror in Peva

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Army Arrests Notorious Suspect DJ Abam Over Alleged Reign of Terror in Peva By: Zagazola Makama The arrest of Denen Joe, popularly known as DJ Abam, has been described by residents of Peva and surrounding communities as a significant development in efforts to end years of alleged violence, extorti...
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Farmers, Fulani Herders Agree on Compensation for Farmland Destruction in Plateau

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Farmers, Fulani Herders Agree on Compensation for Farmland Destruction in Plateau By: Zagazola Makama Farmers and Fulani cattle owners in Marit, Lajam and Dorowa communities in Plateau State have reached separate agreements on compensation for farmland destruction following consultations and asses...
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Farmers Receive ₦1.6m Compensation for Farmland Destruction, Assault in Marit

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Farmers Receive ₦1.6m Compensation for Farmland Destruction, Assault in Marit By: Zagazola Makama Farmers affected by farmland destruction and an assault on a farm owner in Marit have received ₦1.6 million in compensation following a meeting and assessment involving farmers and herders. Secur...
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Fulani Man Shot in Plateau Berom Militia Attack Succumbs to Injuries as Troops Arrest Suspect

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Fulani Man Shot in Plateau Berom Militia Attack Succumbs to Injuries as Troops Arrest Suspect By: Zagazola Makama A Fulani man, identified as Alhaji Aminu, has reportedly died from gunshot injuries sustained during an attack at Dumak Kobpar in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State, a...
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COAS Shaibu Pushes Modern Military Training, Cadet Exchange With Rwanda

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COAS Shaibu Pushes Modern Military Training, Cadet Exchange With Rwanda By: Zagazola Makama The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has emphasised the need for modern military training, professional military education and cadet exchange programmes to strengthen combat readiness and...
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“I’m Sorry for Leaking Official Matters,” Ex-DSS Officer Begs DG, Colleagues, Threatens to Sue SaharaReporters

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“I’m Sorry for Leaking Official Matters,” Ex-DSS Officer Begs DG, Colleagues, Threatens to Sue SaharaReporters By: Zagazola Makama A retired officer of the Department of State Services (DSS), Nwaogu Ihechimere Ezeakolam, has apologised to the agency’s Director-General, Oluwatosin Adeola Aj...
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Nigerien Forces Capture Two Suspected Bandits, Seize Heavy Weapons, Starlink in Bilma

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Nigerien Forces Capture Two Suspected Bandits, Seize Heavy Weapons, Starlink in Bilma By: Zagazola Makama Nigerien security forces have captured two suspected armed bandits and seized a vehicle, heavy weapons, ammunition and communication equipment following a pursuit in the southwestern outskirts...
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Troops Arrest Two Suspected Oil Thieves, Seize Illegally Refined Products in Rivers

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Troops Arrest Two Suspected Oil Thieves, Seize Illegally Refined Products in Rivers By: Zagazola Makama Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected oil thieves conveying suspected illegally refined petroleum products on a motorcycle at Ndoni Gate in Rivers State. Security sources said...
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Troops Arrest Three Suspected Herders Over Alleged Farmland Destruction in Plateau

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Troops Arrest Three Suspected Herders Over Alleged Farmland Destruction in Plateau By: Zagazola Makama Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested three suspected herders over alleged destruction of farmlands in Marit Village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. Securi...
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Troops Arrest Four Suspects Berom Militia Over Attack on Herders in Plateau

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Troops Arrest Four Suspects Berom Militia Over Attack on Herders in Plateau By: Zagazola Makama Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested four suspected Berom Militia men over an alleged attack on herders in Trimishal Village, Ganawuri, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State...
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Troops Recover Stolen Vehicle, Arrest Two Suspects Along Gashua–Nguru Road

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Troops Recover Stolen Vehicle, Arrest Two Suspects Along Gashua–Nguru Road By: Zagazola Makama Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have recovered a stolen vehicle and arrested two suspects along the Gashua–Nguru road in Borno State. Security sources said the incident occurred at about 5:35 p.m. on...
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Suspended NSCDC Commandant Apologises to Families of 37 Miners Who Died in Custody

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Suspended NSCDC Commandant Apologises to Families of 37 Miners Who Died in Custody By: Zagazola Makama The suspended Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State, Siaka Suberu Aniviye, has apologised to the families of suspected illegal miners who died while in...
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Three Terrorist Family Members Escape ISWAP Enclave, Surrender to Troops in Borno

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Three Terrorist Family Members Escape ISWAP Enclave, Surrender to Troops in Borno By: Zagazola Makama Three family members of terrorists have escaped from the Zarmari terrorist enclave and surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. Security sources sa...
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GOC 8 Division urges troops to sustain vigilance, professionalism in Sokoto

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GOC 8 Division urges troops to sustain vigilance, professionalism in Sokoto By: Zagazola Makama The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. B.P. Koughna, has urged troops to sustain vigilance, discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties. Ko...
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  1. Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, search for two others in Plateau
  2. One Fulani man killed, another injured in attack on herders by suspected Berom Militia in Plateau
  3. Troops secure release of kidnapped civilian in Plateau
  4. Troops rescue kidnap victim, recover 18 rustled cattle in Kebbi
  5. Troops, NDLEA operatives arrest four suspects in Kebbi raids

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