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GOOD NEWS: Yesterday, residents of Achida community in Wurno LGA of Sokoto State mounted a coordinated resistance against bandits who attacked their community, confronting them directly in a rare show of collective self-defense. The villagers successfully repelled the assailants and reportedly neutralized one of the attackers. Kudos to the community vigilantes for their courage and unity in the face of danger.

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GOOD NEWS: Yesterday, residents of Achida community in Wurno LGA of Sokoto State mounted a coordinated resistance against bandits who attacked their community, confronting them directly in a rare show of collective self-defense. The villagers successfully repelled the assailants and reportedly neutralized one of the attackers. Kudos to the community vigilantes for their courage and unity in the face of danger.

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VIDEO UPDATE: This is how Alhaji Yusuf Nadabo Chiromawa, the Sarkin Noma of Kano State, was brought back into the community on a motorcycle this morning after being rescued from the bandits who abducted him last night. He was rescued through the combined efforts of soldiers and local vigilantes.

VIDEO UPDATE: This is how Alhaji Yusuf Nadabo Chiromawa, the Sarkin Noma of Kano State, was brought back into the community on a motorcycle this morning after being rescued from the bandits who abducted him last night. He was rescued through the combined efforts of soldiers and local vigilantes.

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The security situation in Sokoto State State is getting worse. This is the videos taken by residents in this broad daylight bandits moving unchallenged in Tureta town, Tureta LGA of Sokoto State. May Almighty Allah protect people against bandits plot.

The security situation in Sokoto State State is getting worse. This is the videos taken by residents in this broad daylight bandits moving unchallenged in Tureta town, Tureta LGA of Sokoto State. May Almighty Allah protect people against bandits plot.

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BREAKING: Youths staged a protest this afternoon in Kasuwar Daji, Kauran Namoda LGA of Zamfara State, reportedly throwing stones at vehicles belonging to political figures. Security personnel reportedly opened fire as the situation escalated, but thankfully, there were no reports of anyone being hit. The protest came just hours after bandits attacked Old Kasuwar Daji and Tungar Mesa villages in the same ward, killing, injuring and abducting residents. People are angry. They are scared. And they are tired of watching their communities suffer while insecurity continues. When people have lost their sense of safety, their frustration will eventually find a voice.

BREAKING: Youths staged a protest this afternoon in Kasuwar Daji, Kauran Namoda LGA of Zamfara State, reportedly throwing stones at vehicles belonging to political figures. Security personnel reportedly opened fire as the situation escalated, but thankfully, there were no reports of anyone being hit. The protest came just hours after bandits attacked Old Kasuwar Daji and Tungar Mesa villages in the same ward, killing, injuring and abducting residents. People are angry. They are scared. And they are tired of watching their communities suffer while insecurity continues. When people have lost their sense of safety, their frustration will eventually find a voice.

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Residents of Anchau town in Kubau LGA, Kaduna State, reportedly mobilized and confronted suspected armed bandits after hearing gunfire on the outskirts of the town, forcing them to retreat. Local voices are citing the incident as an example of community self-defense, urging other communities across northern Nigeria to strengthen local security efforts rather than relying solely on authorities.

Residents of Anchau town in Kubau LGA, Kaduna State, reportedly mobilized and confronted suspected armed bandits after hearing gunfire on the outskirts of the town, forcing them to retreat. Local voices are citing the incident as an example of community self-defense, urging other communities across northern Nigeria to strengthen local security efforts rather than relying solely on authorities.

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VIDEO: Ahmed Zakka, who was abducted in Millennium City, Kaduna, is appealing for help in a heartbreaking video. He is being held alongside his wife and their baby by bandits. A whole family in captivity, including an innocent baby😭 We hope the authorities and everyone who can help will do everything possible to secure their safe release.

VIDEO: Ahmed Zakka, who was abducted in Millennium City, Kaduna, is appealing for help in a heartbreaking video. He is being held alongside his wife and their baby by bandits. A whole family in captivity, including an innocent baby😭 We hope the authorities and everyone who can help will do everything possible to secure their safe release.

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BREAKING: Alh. Muntari Yusuf was on his way to the hospital with three broken bones in his body when gunmen abducted him and took him into the forest. Despite his condition, his captors showed no mercy. He was forced to pay 12 million in ransom before they finally released him. Imagine the pain of being injured, needing medical attention, yet finding yourself in the hands of kidnappers. This is the harsh reality many victims and their families continue to face. Watch him recount his painful experience in this interview

BREAKING: Alh. Muntari Yusuf was on his way to the hospital with three broken bones in his body when gunmen abducted him and took him into the forest. Despite his condition, his captors showed no mercy. He was forced to pay 12 million in ransom before they finally released him. Imagine the pain of being injured, needing medical attention, yet finding yourself in the hands of kidnappers. This is the harsh reality many victims and their families continue to face. Watch him recount his painful experience in this interview

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VIDEO UPDATE: Ahmed Zakka, who was abducted alongside his wife and their baby in Millennium City, Kaduna, has sent another desperate plea for help to his relatives. In the heartbreaking video, he says his hand (right) has gone numb after being tightly tied with a rope by the bandits. He fears they may cut off his hand. A whole family is in captivity, and Ahmed is pleading to be rescued before it is too late. His wife and innocent baby are also at the mercy of their captors. My appeal is to the authorities and everyone who can help to do everything possible to secure their safe release.

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VIDEO UPDATE: Ahmed Zakka, who was abducted alongside his wife and their baby in Millennium City, Kaduna, has sent another desperate plea for help to his relatives. In the heartbreaking video, he says his hand (right) has gone numb after being tightly tied with a rope by the bandits. He fears they may cut off his hand. A whole family is in captivity, and Ahmed is pleading to be rescued before it is too late. His wife and innocent baby are also at the mercy of their captors. My appeal is to the authorities and everyone who can help to do everything possible to secure their safe release.

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VIDEO: This is heartbreaking. A video has emerged showing the clerics who were abducted by bandits while on their way to attend a meeting at Yari’s house in Talatar Mafara town, Zamfara State. Behind this video are families and loved ones who are deeply worried about their safety and praying to see them return home alive. No one deserves to go through this pain, especially people who were simply going about their day.

VIDEO: This is heartbreaking. A video has emerged showing the clerics who were abducted by bandits while on their way to attend a meeting at Yari’s house in Talatar Mafara town, Zamfara State. Behind this video are families and loved ones who are deeply worried about their safety and praying to see them return home alive. No one deserves to go through this pain, especially people who were simply going about their day.

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BREAKING: Thousands of women and children have taken to the streets in Rijau LGA, Niger State, to protest the worsening insecurity in their communities. The protesters are heading to the palace of their traditional rulers to express their anger and seek help, saying bandits have been terrorising their communities for over 10 days, killing residents, abducting people and forcing families to flee their homes. How long must these people continue to live in fear before urgent action is taken to protect them?

BREAKING: Thousands of women and children have taken to the streets in Rijau LGA, Niger State, to protest the worsening insecurity in their communities. The protesters are heading to the palace of their traditional rulers to express their anger and seek help, saying bandits have been terrorising their communities for over 10 days, killing residents, abducting people and forcing families to flee their homes. How long must these people continue to live in fear before urgent action is taken to protect them?

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VIDEO: This man had a disturbing way of making money. Whenever bandits abducted someone, he would get the victim’s relatives phone number, call them using a disguised voice, claim their relative was in his custody, and demand ransom. This was not the first time he had been arrested over similar crime. But as they say, let’s hear the story from the horse’s mouth.

VIDEO: This man had a disturbing way of making money. Whenever bandits abducted someone, he would get the victim’s relatives phone number, call them using a disguised voice, claim their relative was in his custody, and demand ransom. This was not the first time he had been arrested over similar crime. But as they say, let’s hear the story from the horse’s mouth.

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ALERT: This is the video of travelers humiliated by bandits after they were intercepted near Tsafe while returning to Gusau, Zamfara State. According to accounts shared by relatives, some of the victims, said to be from Tudun Waila area in Gusau town, have allegedly been held for four days. Families are pleading for urgent intervention as fears grow over their safety. How many more civilians must endure such ordeals before effective security measures are put in place?

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ALERT: This is the video of travelers humiliated by bandits after they were intercepted near Tsafe while returning to Gusau, Zamfara State. According to accounts shared by relatives, some of the victims, said to be from Tudun Waila area in Gusau town, have allegedly been held for four days. Families are pleading for urgent intervention as fears grow over their safety. How many more civilians must endure such ordeals before effective security measures are put in place?

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BREAKING: A video circulating on social media shows a man alleged to be a bandit threatening to drive an indigenous community out of Borgu LGA, Niger State. In the video, he claims women and children will be spared, but all men will be killed. The threat has raised concerns about the safety of residents and the growing insecurity forcing communities to flee their homes. How long will these communities continue to live in fear before the authorities take decisive action to protect their lives and allow them to live safely in their own homes? NB: Below is the video

BREAKING: A video circulating on social media shows a man alleged to be a bandit threatening to drive an indigenous community out of Borgu LGA, Niger State. In the video, he claims women and children will be spared, but all men will be killed. The threat has raised concerns about the safety of residents and the growing insecurity forcing communities to flee their homes. How long will these communities continue to live in fear before the authorities take decisive action to protect their lives and allow them to live safely in their own homes? NB: Below is the video

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BREAKING: The convoy of Hon. Muhammad Chiroma Nalabara, who represents Gezawa/Gabasawa Federal Constituency under the APC, was reportedly attacked by youths in Garuruwa, Gabasawa LGA, Kano State, during a campaign-related visit. A video below shows youths throwing objects at the convoy, with some of the youths were heard protesting, reportedly saying they were unhappy because nothing had been done for their community

BREAKING: The convoy of Hon. Muhammad Chiroma Nalabara, who represents Gezawa/Gabasawa Federal Constituency under the APC, was reportedly attacked by youths in Garuruwa, Gabasawa LGA, Kano State, during a campaign-related visit. A video below shows youths throwing objects at the convoy, with some of the youths were heard protesting, reportedly saying they were unhappy because nothing had been done for their community

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VIDEO: Members of Katsina Community Watch Corps (C-Watch) security outfit in Malumfashi reportedly rescued eight people who had been held captive by bandits. This is the effort that make two C-Watch operatives lost their lives during the rescue operation. The operation reportedly resulted in the deaths of more than 30 armed bandits. In the video below, one of the rescued victims can be heard saying that the chain fastened to his leg could not be removed, and that he was willing to lose the leg if that was what it took to regain his freedom. The footage offers a stark glimpse into the conditions endured by kidnapping victims and the risks taken by local security volunteers in rescue efforts. How terrifying must captivity be for a man to beg for his leg to be cut off, so long as he can return home alive?

VIDEO: Members of Katsina Community Watch Corps (C-Watch) security outfit in Malumfashi reportedly rescued eight people who had been held captive by bandits. This is the effort that make two C-Watch operatives lost their lives during the rescue operation. The operation reportedly resulted in the deaths of more than 30 armed bandits. In the video below, one of the rescued victims can be heard saying that the chain fastened to his leg could not be removed, and that he was willing to lose the leg if that was what it took to regain his freedom. The footage offers a stark glimpse into the conditions endured by kidnapping victims and the risks taken by local security volunteers in rescue efforts. How terrifying must captivity be for a man to beg for his leg to be cut off, so long as he can return home alive?

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UPDATE: The victims of yesterday afternoon's brutal bandit attacks across communities of Sauna Ward in Talata Mafara LGA, Zamfara State, are being laid to rest. Behind every grave is a family whose life has been changed forever. 25 innocent people mostly farmers lost their lives in this senseless attack. May Allah (SWT) forgive their shortcomings, grant them Aljannah Firdaus and give their families the strength to bear this painful loss. Ameen. Northwest Nigeria cannot continue to normalize mass burials caused by insecurity.

UPDATE: The victims of yesterday afternoon's brutal bandit attacks across communities of Sauna Ward in Talata Mafara LGA, Zamfara State, are being laid to rest. Behind every grave is a family whose life has been changed forever. 25 innocent people mostly farmers lost their lives in this senseless attack. May Allah (SWT) forgive their shortcomings, grant them Aljannah Firdaus and give their families the strength to bear this painful loss. Ameen. Northwest Nigeria cannot continue to normalize mass burials caused by insecurity.

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BREAKING: Armed bandits reportedly moved through Libele, advancing toward Tashan Allura, Jibril Company, and several nearby villages along the Kontagora–Yauri way in Kontagora LGA, Niger State. Residents recorded the bandits passing openly through the area.

BREAKING: Armed bandits reportedly moved through Libele, advancing toward Tashan Allura, Jibril Company, and several nearby villages along the Kontagora–Yauri way in Kontagora LGA, Niger State. Residents recorded the bandits passing openly through the area.

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VIDEO: Some of the young men detained by Civil Defence officials in Niger State have spoken about what happened during the incident that reportedly left 37 people dead. Listen to their accounts as they explain what they witnessed and how the incident unfolded. But many questions remain: What really happened, and will the authorities give the public a clear account of how the 37 people lost their lives?

VIDEO: Some of the young men detained by Civil Defence officials in Niger State have spoken about what happened during the incident that reportedly left 37 people dead. Listen to their accounts as they explain what they witnessed and how the incident unfolded. But many questions remain: What really happened, and will the authorities give the public a clear account of how the 37 people lost their lives?

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This video shows bandit kingpin Mustapha Babaro during interrogation after his April 2024 arrest in Zamfara State. He’s linked to abduction of Brig. Gen. Maharazu Tsiga (Rtd.) in Feb 2025 and the ₦50m levy allegedly slammed on Yargoje & nearby communities in Kankara LGA last week. The big question now is: How did someone once in custody return to threaten multiple Katsina communities from Kankara to Malumfashi, Funtua, Kankara and Dutsin-Ma? The Nigerian Senate BBC News Africa Reuters Africa AUTA🥹 F A A R E E S 💫 🇵🇸 @FLEXIBLE QUEEN👸♥️ GIDADO My Deen My Swag 💫

This video shows bandit kingpin Mustapha Babaro during interrogation after his April 2024 arrest in Zamfara State. He’s linked to abduction of Brig. Gen. Maharazu Tsiga (Rtd.) in Feb 2025 and the ₦50m levy allegedly slammed on Yargoje & nearby communities in Kankara LGA last week. The big question now is: How did someone once in custody return to threaten multiple Katsina communities from Kankara to Malumfashi, Funtua, Kankara and Dutsin-Ma? The Nigerian Senate BBC News Africa Reuters Africa AUTA🥹 F A A R E E S 💫 🇵🇸 @FLEXIBLE QUEEN👸♥️ GIDADO My Deen My Swag 💫

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This is heartbreaking beyond words. Seeing a retired Major General and his wife reduced to such a desperate condition should shake the conscience of every leader and Nigerian. No one should have to endure this. The growing sense of fear, helplessness and grief among affected communities demands urgent attention and action.

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This is heartbreaking beyond words. Seeing a retired Major General and his wife reduced to such a desperate condition should shake the conscience of every leader and Nigerian. No one should have to endure this. The growing sense of fear, helplessness and grief among affected communities demands urgent attention and action.

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At today’s peace parley involving communities from Charanchi and Batagarawa LGAs, notorious bandit leader Sani Muhudinge addressed the parley.

At today’s peace parley involving communities from Charanchi and Batagarawa LGAs, notorious bandit leader Sani Muhudinge addressed the parley.

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UPDATE: The video below shows the accomplices who abducted and later killed Umar Moba in Jibia LGA, Katsina State, even after his family reportedly paid about ₦70 million in ransom. Please listen carefully to what they say in the video. The circumstances surrounding Umar’s death, despite the reported ransom payment, are deeply disturbing.

UPDATE: The video below shows the accomplices who abducted and later killed Umar Moba in Jibia LGA, Katsina State, even after his family reportedly paid about ₦70 million in ransom. Please listen carefully to what they say in the video. The circumstances surrounding Umar’s death, despite the reported ransom payment, are deeply disturbing.

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VIDEO: Sheikh Nuruddeen Khalid, popularly known as “Digital Imam,” reacts to the reported abduction of more than 60 worshippers during Friday prayers in Dekara, Borgu LGA, Niger State. He says the 2027 elections should be about who can genuinely address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity not religious identity or political slogans. “Anyone who cannot stop the killings should make way,” he says.

VIDEO: Sheikh Nuruddeen Khalid, popularly known as “Digital Imam,” reacts to the reported abduction of more than 60 worshippers during Friday prayers in Dekara, Borgu LGA, Niger State. He says the 2027 elections should be about who can genuinely address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity not religious identity or political slogans. “Anyone who cannot stop the killings should make way,” he says.

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Security operatives have arrested ammunition supplier to bandits. It's heartbreaking that while innocent people are being killed and displaced, others are still choosing to fuel the violence for personal gain. May everyone enabling this bloodshed face justice.

Security operatives have arrested ammunition supplier to bandits. It's heartbreaking that while innocent people are being killed and displaced, others are still choosing to fuel the violence for personal gain. May everyone enabling this bloodshed face justice.

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BREAKING: Reports from Minna, Niger State, are raising serious concerns after 37 young men died while in the custody of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). According to the reports, 63 young men who were involved in gold mining activities were arrested over alleged illegal mining and detained. A survivor reportedly claimed they were locked inside a small room, where they struggled to breathe and cried for help before some of them died. The exact cause of the deaths is yet to be established, and the Niger State Police Command has reportedly taken over the matter to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. This is deeply disturbing case that requires a transparent investigation and accountability for anyone found responsible. Communities across the North are already facing insecurity and economic hardship. When young people searching for a livelihood die while under state custody, it raises serious questions about the protection of citizens lives and the responsibility of security agencies. May Allah forgive those who lost their lives and grant their families strength. What message does this send to ordinary citizens when people seeking survival through lawful means are alleged to have died in the custody of the very institutions meant to protect them?

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BREAKING: Reports from Minna, Niger State, are raising serious concerns after 37 young men died while in the custody of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). According to the reports, 63 young men who were involved in gold mining activities were arrested over alleged illegal mining and detained. A survivor reportedly claimed they were locked inside a small room, where they struggled to breathe and cried for help before some of them died. The exact cause of the deaths is yet to be established, and the Niger State Police Command has reportedly taken over the matter to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. This is deeply disturbing case that requires a transparent investigation and accountability for anyone found responsible. Communities across the North are already facing insecurity and economic hardship. When young people searching for a livelihood die while under state custody, it raises serious questions about the protection of citizens lives and the responsibility of security agencies. May Allah forgive those who lost their lives and grant their families strength. What message does this send to ordinary citizens when people seeking survival through lawful means are alleged to have died in the custody of the very institutions meant to protect them?

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