Gunmen kidnap Catholic pastor in Niger community, police launch rescue operation
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Gunmen kidnap Catholic pastor in Niger community, police launch rescue operation
By: Zagazola Makama
A Catholic priest, Pastor Sunday Musa, has been abducted by suspected armed bandits who invaded Samunaka village in the early hours of Friday.
It was gathered that th...
Three killed in communal clash between Garun-Gabas and Yakila communities in Niger
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Three killed in communal clash between Garun-Gabas and Yakila communities in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
Atleast three persons were killed following a violent communal clash between Garun-Gabas and Yakila communities in Rafi Local Government Area of the state.
It was g...
Illegal arms factory uncovered in Kaduna, four arrested
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Illegal arms factory uncovered in Kaduna, four arrested
By: Zagazola Makama
An illegal firearms fabrication site has been uncovered in Giroji Village, Makarfi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, leading to the arrest of four individuals suspected to be involved in the prod...
NIGERIAN ARMY BOOSTS TROOPS' CAPACITY WITH INTENSIVE TRAINING
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NIGERIAN ARMY BOOSTS TROOPS' CAPACITY WITH INTENSIVE TRAINING
The Nigerian Army has further boosted the capacity of its troops with an intensive training package, codenamed "Exercise FAST BOLT III", conducted at the Nigerian Army Training Centre (NATRAC), Kotangora, Niger State.
The 21-week traini...
UN OCHA SEEKS SUSTAINED COLLABORATION WITH OPERATION HADIN KAI
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UN OCHA SEEKS SUSTAINED COLLABORATION WITH OPERATION HADIN KAI
The Head of Office United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) Nigeria, Mr Trond Jensen, has sort for sustained collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces, particularly Operation HADIN KAI (OPH...
UN OCHA SEEKS SUSTAINED COLLABORATION WITH OPERATION HADIN KAI
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UN OCHA SEEKS SUSTAINED COLLABORATION WITH OPERATION HADIN KAI
The Head of Office United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) Nigeria, Mr Trond Jensen, has sort for sustained collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces, particularly Operation HADIN KAI (OPH...
THEATRE COMMANDER INAUGURATES INSTRUCTORS’ DEVELOPMENT COURSE, TASKS TRAINEES ON OPEN-MINDEDNESS
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THEATRE COMMANDER INAUGURATES INSTRUCTORS’ DEVELOPMENT COURSE, TASKS TRAINEES ON OPEN-MINDEDNESS
The Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force (JTF), North East Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Maj.-Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar, has inaugurated the third batch of the British Military Advisory Training T...
TROOPS ARREST SUSPECTED TERRORISTS/GUNRUNNERS IN KADUNA
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TROOPS ARREST SUSPECTED TERRORISTS/GUNRUNNERS IN KADUNA
Acting on credible intelligence while on fighting patrol, the gallant troops of 37 Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Demonstration Battalion intercepted and arrested 3 suspected gunrunners along Kauya - Old Afaka - Sabon Birni Road area i...
Fulani youths attack brothers in Niger, one suffers severed hand
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Fulani youths attack brothers in Niger, one suffers severed hand
By: Zagazola Makama
A violent attack has left two brothers seriously injured in Niger State, with one of them losing his right hand following an assault allegedly carried out by a group of Fulani youths.
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Suspected gunman dies after clash with police in Kogi, officer injured
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Suspected gunman dies after clash with police in Kogi, officer injured
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspect linked to unlawful possession of firearms has died following a violent clash between his gang and police operatives in Idah, Kogi State.
The incident began on July 8, when...
Six community guards killed, others feared abducted in Zamfara bandit attack
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Six community guards killed, others feared abducted in Zamfara bandit attack
By: Zagazola Makama
At least six members of the Community Protection Guards (CPG) in Zamfara State have been killed and others feared abducted following a deadly ambush by armed bandits in Bungudu Lo...
One killed, another abducted as bandits attack Katsina farming communities
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One killed, another abducted as bandits attack Katsina farming communities
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have attacked farming communities in Tashar Mangwaro and Dogon Ruwa villages in Dutsinma Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing one farmer and abducting another.
&...
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents abduct four in Yobe villages
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Suspected Boko Haram insurgents abduct four in Yobe villages
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have abducted four men in a pre-dawn attack on two communities in Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The attack, which occurred at about 1:00 a.m. on...
13-year-old Boko Haram escapee rescued in Borno, security forces launch search for others
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13-year-old Boko Haram escapee rescued in Borno, security forces launch search for others
By: Zagazola Makama
A 13-year-old boy abducted by suspected Boko Haram terrorists has been rescued by security operatives in Borno, while efforts are underway to locate other victims tak...
Police officer injured, civilian killed as gunmen attack checkpoint in Nasarawa
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Police officer injured, civilian killed as gunmen attack checkpoint in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A police officer was injured and a civilian killed during a late-night attack by gunmen on security personnel stationed at a checkpoint in Kadarko, a border community between Nasaraw...
Troops neutralise kidnap kingpin, recover arms and N13.7m ransom in Kaduna
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Troops neutralise kidnap kingpin, recover arms and N13.7m ransom in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN have neutralised a notorious kidnapper and recovered arms, ammunition, and ransom money during a snap checkpoint operation in Kaduna State.
The inc...
One kidnapped victim rescued as gunmen abduct three, steal motorcycles in Plateau
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One kidnapped victim rescued as gunmen abduct three, steal motorcycles in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed men suspected to be bandits have attacked Bunyun village in Bashar District of Wase Local Government Area, Plateau State, abducting three residents and carting away four moto...
Security operatives kill suspected bandit in Benue gun duel, recover area from attack
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Security operatives kill suspected bandit in Benue gun duel, recover area from attack
By: Zagazola Makama
Operatives of the Benue State Police Command have killed a suspected bandit during a gun battle with armed criminals who attacked farmers in Tse Anyineku community, Zaki-...
JSS3 student allegedly beats teacher to death in Benue over seized cap
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JSS3 student allegedly beats teacher to death in Benue over seized cap
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic incident occurred in Oju Local Government Area of Benue State on Thursday, as a Junior Secondary School 3 student allegedly beat his teacher to death during a confrontation ove...
ANALYSIS: While NSCDC in Borno battles vandals, Yobe command caught escorting them — sabotage or systemic rot?
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ANALYSIS: While NSCDC in Borno battles vandals, Yobe command caught escorting them — sabotage or systemic rot?
By: Zagazola Makama
Let’s not mince words: something stinks in Yobe, and the stench is coming from a scandal that cuts to the heart of national security and institutional credibility...
