Some unknown gunmen, suspected to be bandits, have attacked the Keke community in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State and abducted at least 18 residents. It was learnt that the incident occurred early hours of Tuesday, when the assailants invaded the area. According to reports, the gunmen numbering about 20, stormed the area at about 12 am with sophisticated weapons, shooting sporadically before whisking the victims away. When contacted by newsmen, the state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mohammed Jalige, said he would inquire and revert. Kaduna has been…
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Zamfara: Nigerian troops mount air, land offensive against bandits
…Scores killed Nigerian troops backed by gunships and fighter jets are carrying out, for the third day, a massive offensive against kidnap gangs in Zamfara state, in wake of telecoms blackout. The military operation in the State came after gunmen kidnapped more than 73 students in the latest mass abduction by heavily-armed criminals called bandits. On Saturday, military jets began air raids on remote camps of gangs and troops moved after the authorities imposed a telecommunication shutdown aimed at disrupting contacts and coordination between the gunmen. “Several camps have been…
Read MoreSecurity forces arrest one of Zamfara’s most dangerous bandit’s leader
Security forces in Zamfara State have succeeded in arresting one of the most dangerous bandit leaders, Bello Turji Gudde, terrorizing Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina and parts of Niger Republic. Bello Turji is known to be merciless. He commands one of the biggest gangs among the bandits despite his young age (26 years). According to reports, his gang has killed more than one thousand civilians in areas where he operates.
Read MoreJust In! Bandits kidnap District Head of Wawa-Borgu, Dr. Mahmud Ahmed Aliyu, in his palace in Niger
The Dodo of Wawa, in Borgu local government area of Niger State, Dr. Mahmud Ahmed Aliyu, has been kidnapped. It was gathered that the chieftain was abducted from his palace in Wawa town on Saturday night and taken to an unknown destination. Wawa was one of the oldest emirates carved out of Kwara State when Niger was created. The Dodo of Wawa used to be a second-class chief under the old Kwara State but was downgraded to a District Head in the present Niger State. A source close to the…
Read MoreNiger: Local hunters kill 47 bandits in Shiroro
At least forty-seven bandits terrorising Shiroro communities in Niger State have been killed by local hunters. The hunters, in a sting-like operation, raided a ‘riverside’ community in Magami, situated between Shiroro and Rafi local government areas, on Wednesday and killed the bandits. A source told newsmen that the community, which is close to a river, has been used as hideouts by bandits, who also established their camps in the axis. According to a Police intelligence officer, who asked not to be mentioned, confirmed that several bandits also fled with gunshot…
Read MoreInsecurity: Governor Masari bans transportation of cattle from Katsina to other States
Katsina State governor, Aminu Bello Masari, has banned the transportation of cattle from the State to other States in the country. Masari issued an Executive Order to that effect and also ordered the total closure of the Jibia-Gurbin Baure road to motorists. Kankara-Sheme road has also been closed to commercial vehicles. Masari, who said the order will become effective from today, August 31, said they are all measures are to contain the security challenges bedeviling the State. There is also a ban on motorcycles carrying three people and tricycles carrying…
Read MoreBanditry: Like Zamfara, Kaduna govt. bans sale of fuel in jerry-cans
The Kaduna State government has banned the sale of petroleum products in jerry cans or any other containers in five local government areas that have witnessed a surge in banditry and kidnapping in recent times. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, who disclosed via a statement yesterday, listed the affected councils as Birnin-Gwari, Chikun, Giwa, Igabi and Kajuru. The commissioner further stated that the ban is with immediate effect and directed security agencies to ensure compliance with the directives. The move is coming a few months…
Read MoreInsecurity: Zamfara suspends movement of livestock across borders, shuts weekly markets
…Announces other security measures Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle, has ordered that transportation of livestock beyond the state’s borders be suspended. The suspension was announced in a statement issued on Friday by the governor’s media aide, Zailani Bappa. The development comes hours after students abducted from the College of Agriculture in Bakura, Zamfara, regained their freedom, 11 days after they were abducted. According to the statement, Matawalle also ordered the closure of weekly markets across the State, while transportation of food items will be subject to verification. The State government…
Read MoreNotorious bandit sets conditions for peace in Katsina
A notorious banditry kingpin in Katsina State, Usman Idris, a.k.a ‘Ruga Kachallah’, is asking for compensation for his burnt house and grains and the arrest of his wives as the condition for ending his criminal activities in the State. According to reports, Kachallah is believed to be leading criminal activities in Safana local government area of Katsina State. According to reports, locals and security sources in the State, a large army of bandits under him routinely kidnaps people for ransom and rustles cattle without restraint. However, the banditry kingpin is…
Read MoreKaduna: Bandits abduct housewives in Zaria
Bandits have abducted three housewives and a male resident of Zango community, in Sabon-Gari local government area of Kaduna State. Zango Community is a stone throw from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) campus, in Zaria. It was gathered that the bandits arrived in the community at midnight on Thursday, shooting sporadically. The incident comes few days after bandits stormed the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), killing two officers and abducting a Major. Kaduna State Police Command Public Relations Officer, ASP Jalige Mohammed, confirmed the attack but said the Command is yet…
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