7 h. ago 30 Bandits, 5 Security Operatives, Civilian Killed During Counter

  At least, 30 armed bandits and six security operatives were killed in a fierce counter-offensive by joint security forces, following coordinated attacks on three villages in Faskari local government area of Katsina State. The state Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed in a statement, that the attackers struck Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon […]

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7 h. ago 30 Bandits, 5 Security Operatives, 1 Civilian Killed During Counter

At least, 30 armed bandits and six security operatives were killed in a fierce counter-offensive by joint security forces, following coordinated attacks on three villages in Faskari local government area of Katsina State. The state Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed in a statement, that the attackers struck Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon Layi […]

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25 h. ago NAF inaugurates civilian harm mitigation response board to boost operational capability

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has inaugurated a Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR) Board to lead the implementation of its Civilian Harm Mitigation Action Plan (CHMR-AP), to improve operational accountability and public trust in its civilian protection measures. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who […] The post NAF inaugurates civilian harm mitigation response board to boost operational capability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago You Have My Full Authorisation To Crush Threats, Tinubu Tells Soldiers

President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged the security challenges threatening the nation’s peace and unity, including terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and separatist agitations, noting that they were not mere security threats but existential ones. Consequently, the President has charged the Nigerian troops to rise to the occasion, assuring them of his absolute authorisation and the trust of […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu to military: You’ve my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists

Tribune Online Tinubu to military: You’ve my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has handed the Nigerian Army and other security agencies a clear marching order to go after terrorists, bandits, insurgents, and separatists threatening the nation’s peace and unity. Tinubu to military: You’ve my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Tinubu to military: You have my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists

By Noah Ebije, Kaduna President Bola Tinubu has handed the Nigerian Army and other security agencies a clear marching order to go after terrorists, bandits, insurgents, and separatists threatening the nation’s peace and unity without fear or hesitation. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the grand finale of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration […] The post Tinubu to military: You have my full authority to crush terrorists, bandits, separatists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters(DHQ), said troops engaged in the counter terrorism war and other security on operations across the country, killed scores of terrorists and arrested 1,191 others, including their  kingpins The troops also rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition,  discovered and […] The post Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops engaged in the counter-terrorism war and other security operations across the country killed scores of terrorists, arrested 1,191 others, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition, discovered and destroyed about 174 illegal refining […] The post Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senate condemns surge in bandit attacks, demands modern approach to National Security

The Senate on Thursday expressed grave concern over the increasing wave of attacks by armed bandits, which have led to read more Senate condemns surge in bandit attacks, demands modern approach to National Security

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1 week ago Senate demands upgrade of security infrastructure after bandit attacks in Niger, Zamfara, Sokoto

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Following deadly attacks that claimed scores of lives across Niger, Zamfara, and Sokoto states last Tuesday, the Senate has called on the federal government to immediately upgrade the country’s security infrastructure and adopt modern and scientific methods in combating terrorism and banditry. The request followed the adoption of a motion titled […] The post Senate demands upgrade of security infrastructure after bandit attacks in Niger, Zamfara, Sokoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Security Agents Kill Scores Of Notorious Bandit Bello Turji’s Fighters

The Zamfara State Government has confirmed a major breakthrough in the ongoing battle against armed bandits with killing of scores of fighters belonging to notorious armed bandit, Bello Turji. Special Adviser on Security Matters to the State governor, Ahmad Manga who confirmed this to BBC Hausa service and monitored by LEADERSHIP on Thursday, insisted that […]

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2 w. ago Bandits leader Turji kills 44 security operatives, burns military truck in Zamfara

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly killed about 44 security personnel, including 40 members of the Joint Task Force (JTF) and four soldiers, in a deadly ambush near Shinkafi Local Government, Zamfara State. The attack was revealed in a post by security analyst, Bakatsine on X yesterday. According to Bakatsine, the insurgents also burnt […] The post Bandits leader Turji kills 44 security operatives, burns military truck in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ndume Hails Troops, Resilient Gwoza People For Repelling Boko Haram Attack

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (APC Borno South) has applauded efforts of gallant troops in the North East Joint Task Force ‘Operation Hadin Kai’, men of the Civilian Joint Task Force, hunters, Vigilantes and resilient people for repelling yesterday night’s attack by suspected members of Boko Haram terrorists in Ngoshe community of Gwoza local government area […]

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2 w. ago DHQ seeks media support as key player in fight against terrorism

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, on Thursday said that the media remains a powerful tool in the fight against terrorism, banditry, and other security challenges bedevilling the country. The CDS, who said the military had been contending with an array of adaptive and unconventional threats from non-state […] The post DHQ seeks media support as key player in fight against terrorism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina

Twelve armed bandits were neutralised on Wednesday during a joint security operation in Kurfi and Safana local government areas of Katsina State, the state government has confirmed. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Mu’azu, made this known in a statement shared with journalists in Katsina. According to the statement, the operation […] The post Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 26 suspected bandits arrested in connection with persistent abduction in Kogi

About 26 suspected kidnappers have been arrested in a joint operation involving the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) and security agencies. read more 26 suspected bandits arrested in connection with persistent abduction in Kogi

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3 w. ago Insurgency: Army Chief, Oluyede seeks media collaboration in addressing insecurity

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called for collaboration between the media and the Nigerian army to win the fight against insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other security challenges bedeviling the nation. He said the collaboration has become necessary saying the Nigerian Army, had strived to […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief, Oluyede seeks media collaboration in addressing insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NAF reaffirms commitment to civilian protection in ongoing operations

NAF has restated its commitment to the protection of civilians across all theatres of operation, in line with its mission. read more NAF reaffirms commitment to civilian protection in ongoing operations

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3 w. ago Insecurity: CAS Abubakar reiterates commitment to civilian safety in operations

Tribune Online Insecurity: CAS Abubakar reiterates commitment to civilian safety in operations The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, has reaffirmed the Service’s unwavering commitment to civilian protection across all theatres of engagement, in line with the vision of a mission-ready and people-focused Nigerian Air Force (NAF). Insecurity: CAS Abubakar reiterates commitment to civilian safety in operations Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Alia Slams Religious Leaders For Unguided Utterances

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has warned some religious leaders, whom he described as religious bandits, to caution themselves against making unguided utterances about the security situation in the State without adequate facts to back their claims. Governor Alia further warned that any religious leaders or anyone who does not have any helpful information that […]

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