Tag: TERRORISM

Jos killings: “Govt. officials sponsoring terrorism” – U.S lawmaker alleges

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US lawmaker alleges

A senior United States lawmaker, Senator Ted Cruz, has disclosed that the US Government is tracking many unnamed Nigerian government officials whom he accused of sponsoring terrorism in the country. In a message posted on his X handle recently, in response to the Palm Sunday Killings in Ungwan-Rukuba, Gari-Ya-Waye area in Jos, the US Congressman accused the Nigerian government officials of implementing policies that encourage the activities of terror groups in Nigeria. Specifically, the US Congressman mentioned that the Sharia law being implemented in Nigeria particularly in northern Nigeria has…

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“We’ll win over banditry, terrorism” – Tinubu assures Nigerians

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Tinubu assures Nigerians

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will overcome banditry and terrorism in the country. The President made the remarks on Saturday during the commissioning of the Gateway International Airport in Iperu, Ogun State, alongside a series of other infrastructure projects. “We will win over banditry and terrorism. I give you the assurance that we will invest more in our people”, Tinubu stated. He added that the presence and deployment of security vehicles at the event underscored the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property. “The development of…

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“Political talk won’t stop terror” – Security expert blasts FG over failure to capture Turji

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Security expert on Turji

A prominent security analyst, Dr. Yahuza Getso, has strongly criticised the Federal Government over what he described as a lack of genuine commitment to arresting infamous Zamfara-based bandit kingpin, Bello Turji. Speaking during an interview on television, Dr. Getso dismissed repeated official claims about efforts to capture Turji as “mere political statements,” arguing that such pronouncements lack substance and measurable results. “I don’t believe that Nigeria is genuinely interested in any way to arrest Bello Turji,” he said, expressing deep skepticism over the government’s resolve. The security expert questioned the…

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Terrorism: US deploys drones, troops to Nigeria for intelligence support

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US deploys drones, troops

The United States has deployed several MQ-9 drones and around 200 troops to Nigeria to assist in the fight against Islamist militants, US and Nigerian officials told Reuters news agency. According to US officials, the troops are not embedded with Nigerian frontline units, and the drones are strictly focused on intelligence-gathering, with no airstrikes being conducted. Previously, the US operated a $100 million drone base in neighbouring Niger, with roughly 1,000 troops monitoring militant activity across the Sahel. The facility was closed in 2024 after Niger’s military government ordered US…

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Israeli Ambassador accuses Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria

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Israeli Amb. accuses Iran

The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has accused Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria and attempting to expand its influence in West Africa through extremist movements. Speaking in an interview yesterday, Freeman alleged that some groups operating in Nigeria, including the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, receive ideological or operational backing from Tehran. He cited statements by Ali Khamenei as evidence of Iran’s support for such movements. According to him, Iran’s activities form part of a broader global agenda involving support for militant groups and destabilising campaigns in several regions.…

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‘U.S providing military support to Nigeria at no cost’ – DHQ

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DHQ on US military

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has stated that the United States is providing military support to Nigeria at no cost as part of efforts to combat terrorism. The Director of Defence Media Operations at the Defence Headquarters, Major General Michael Onoja, made this known yesterday, while briefing journalists on security operations conducted in February 2026, disclosed that the US is offering training, intelligence and other operational assistance to strengthen Nigeria’s counter-terrorism operations. Onoja explained that the support is being channelled through the United States Africa Command under a partnership arrangement. “The…

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FG reveals foreign terrorists behind most killings in the North

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FG reveals foreign terrorists2

The Federal Government has disclosed that a large number of terrorists carrying out deadly attacks in northern Nigeria are not Nigerians, saying these fighters entered the country through weak and porous borders. The revelation was made by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, during a meeting with members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria in Abuja at the weekend, said intelligence reports from security agencies show that many suspects arrested after recent attacks could not speak English or Hausa. Instead, they communicated fluently in…

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Kwara Attack: Death toll hits 162, as terrorists overrun Kaima LGA village

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Kwara death toll

At least 162 people have been confirmed dead after suspected terrorists launched a deadly assault on Woro village in Kaiama LGA of Kwara State, in what humanitarian officials say ranks among the most lethal attacks recorded in Nigeria in recent months. The State’s Secretary of the Red Cross, Babaomo Ayodeji, disclosed that rescue teams and volunteers were still recovering bodies days after the Tuesday evening attack. “Reports said that the death toll now stands at 162, as the search for more bodies continues”, Ayodeji said, revising an earlier figure of…

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Terrorism: Sokoto leaders decry threats of Bello Turji attacks

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Bello Turji attacks

…Seeks Govt. intervention Stakeholders from the troubled eastern senatorial district of Sokoto State have called on the government and security agencies to come to the aid of the Tidibale and other communities sacked by the activities of a notorious bandit, leader Bello Turji.  Secretary of the Sokoto Eastern Zone Development Association, Mu’azu Shamaki, confirmed that the recent video circulating on social media, where members of Tidibale are seen vacating their communities following an alleged threat from Bello Turji, was a trend that had subjected residents to untold hardship. He said…

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Terrorism, security risks: US imposes partial travel ban on Nigerians

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US travel ban

…Suspends key visa categories The United States (U.S) government has announced fresh travel restrictions on Nigerians, escalating diplomatic strain between Washington and Abuja, amid renewed security concerns and allegations of persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Under the new policy approved by President Donald Trump’s administration, Nigerian nationals are barred from entering the US as immigrants or as non-immigrants on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M and J visas. The suspension affects travel for business, tourism, academic studies, vocational training and exchange programmes. The White House confirmed the decision in a proclamation…

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