5 h. ago Plateau, Benue crisis: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control –CRA

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Christian Rights Agenda (CRA) has raised the  alarm over the escalating wave of terror attacks in Benue, Plateau, and other parts of northern Nigeria, revealing that more than 80 communities have fallen under the control of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. Secretary-General of CRA in a statement issued […] The post Plateau, Benue crisis: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control –CRA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago ISWAP Controlling 80 Villages In Borno, Benue, Plateau – CRA

The Christian Rights Agenda (CRA) has said that the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) is controlling about 80 communities in Borno, Benue and Plateau states. The group said yesterday that it is watching events in Borno, Benue, Plateau and other troubled spots in Nigeria in the renewed terror attacks where the lives of Christians […]

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14 h. ago Plateau, Benue killings: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control – CRA sounds alarm

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Christian Rights Agenda (CRA) has sounded a serious alarm over the escalating wave of terror attacks in Benue, Plateau, and other parts of northern Nigeria, revealing that more than 80 communities have fallen under the control of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. Secretary-General of CRA in a statement […] The post Plateau, Benue killings: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control – CRA sounds alarm appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago “Legalize Guns, Allow Nigerians Protect Themselves Against Terrorists” – Ex

Former minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has demanded that Nigerians should be allowed to acquire firearms to defend themselves against terrorist attack. Mr. Dalung believes that the approval would put an end to the incessant killings going on in Benue, Plateau, Kwara and other places in the country. Addressing newsmen on Friday, the […] The post “Legalize Guns, Allow Nigerians Protect Themselves Against Terrorists” – Ex-Minister Tells NASS appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Sokoto Police Arrest Suspected Terrorists, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Operatives of Sokoto State Police Command have arrested some individuals, suspected to be terrorists in the state. In a statement on Friday, by Spokesman for the command, Ahmed Rufai, disclosed that security agents from the State Intelligence Department apprehended one Bello Ibrahim, popularly known as Bello Currency, and four others. Ahmed identified the remaining suspects […] The post Sokoto Police Arrest Suspected Terrorists, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s Sectarian Divide Fuels Terrorism, Christian Youth Group Warns

The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has called for unity across religious and political lines to combat the country’s escalating terrorism crisis, warning that sectarian divisions are enabling criminals to operate with impunity. In a statement signed by its chairman, Isaac Abrak, yesterday, it said that mutual suspicion and blame between Christian and Muslim communities […]

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4 d. ago QNET Warns Nigerians Against Fake Affiliates, Reaffirms Ethical Business Commitment In Nigeria

QNET, a global direct selling company specialising in wellness and lifestyle products, has issued a strong warning to the Nigerian public to beware of fake individuals and entities fraudulently claiming affiliation with its brand. The caution comes in the wake of recent arrests in Niger State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, where suspects […]

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1 week ago Terrorists committing premeditated acts of genocide in Plateau – CAN

Daniel Okoh, an Archbishop and the national President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has described the recent attacks read more Terrorists committing premeditated acts of genocide in Plateau – CAN

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1 week ago Army appoints new Theatre Commander, others to curb renewed terror attacks

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has carried out a major redeployment of senior officers to various commands and units accross the country to end the renewed attacks by terrorists, bandits and other criminal groups on innocent citizens in some parts of the country. TheSun.ng gathered exclusively that among those appointed is a new […] The post Army appoints new Theatre Commander, others to curb renewed terror attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria Army Destroys Terrorists Hideouts, Neutralizes Two Suspects In Taraba

Troops of 6 brigade Nigeria Army/sector 3 operation whirl stroke have killed two suspected terrorists in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State. It was gathered that some other criminal elements escaped with gunshot injuries in during the fierce battle with the security agents. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Acting […] The post Nigeria Army Destroys Terrorists Hideouts, Neutralizes Two Suspects In Taraba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Economic, humanitarian strain deepen in Plateau as fresh attacks displace thousands

The wave of renewed terror attacks sweeping across Nigeria’s northern region has particularly devastated Plateau State, where armed assailants have read more Economic, humanitarian strain deepen in Plateau as fresh attacks displace thousands

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2 w. ago Tackling terrorism in Nigeria needs a full approach – Gaidam

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Minister of Police Affairs Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has said fighting terrorism in Nigeria takes a broad, teamwork approach among security agencies. He spoke at a stakeholders’ conference on security, themed “A Path to Regional Cooperation”, held by the Ministry of Police Affairs, Nigeria Police Force, and National Central Bureau (NCB). “Implementing […] The post Tackling terrorism in Nigeria needs a full approach – Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago EFCC, Army, NIS join forces against terrorist financing in South

By Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strengthened its partnership with the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to tackle terrorist financing in the South-East. This renewed collaboration was highlighted during two key visits by the EFCC’s Acting Zonal Director of the Enugu Zonal Directorate, Assistant Commander Aisha […] The post EFCC, Army, NIS join forces against terrorist financing in South-East appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago EFCC, Army, Immigration Join Forces Against Terrorism Financing In South

  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has renewed its collaboration with the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to combat terrorism financing in the South-East. The rapprochement came on Tuesday, March 8, 2025, when the EFCC’s Acting Zonal Director of Enugu Zonal Directorate, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Aisha […]

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2 w. ago Defeat terrorism to secure Nigeria’s development, COAS urges troops

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi O. Oluyede, has charged troops to intensify efforts in combating terrorism and other security challenges facing the country. Addressing the troops at the 3 Division Headquarters in Jos on Tuesday, the army chief, who has been in Plateau State for the past two days following terrorist attacks Read More

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2 w. ago EU pledges €300m to support Nigeria’s fight against terrorism

The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s efforts in preventing and countering violent extremism, with a read more EU pledges €300m to support Nigeria’s fight against terrorism

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3 w. ago Terrorism: Nigeria cautions Niger against withdrawing from MNJTF

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has warned that the withdrawal of any member state from the Multinational Joint Task Force fighting Boko Haram in the Lake Chad region will have “substantial” implications for the ongoing counter-insurgency efforts. This warning comes amid reports that Niger Republic had pulled out of the MNJTF after previously withdrawing from the Read More

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3 w. ago DHQ denies Niger’s withdrawal for MNJTF, vows to capture terrorist kingpin, Turji

The Defence Headquarters has dismissed reports that Niger Republic has withdrawn from the Multinational Joint Task Force, stating that such a move would have serious security implications. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, clarified that the MNJTF remains a critical regional security Read More

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3 w. ago Northern Elders Hail Matawalle, CDS For Reducing Terrorists Attacks In N’ West

Northern Elders Political Development group has commended Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for their efforts in reducing terrorists attacks in North West region. The group’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in a statement on Tuesday, said that majority of communities in the region observed their Eid-el-Fitri […] The post Northern Elders Hail Matawalle, CDS For Reducing Terrorists Attacks In N’ West appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers 

Governor Monday Okpebholo, has suspended Commander of Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, over recent killings of northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that some individuals, suspected to be terrorists, were arrested on the 27th of March, 2025 and set ablaze by […] The post Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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