insecurity in nigeria

  1. Borno State Governor Zulum Faces Backlash for Declaring One-Day Fast to Tackle Insecurity and Soaring Food Prices

    Nigeria Borno State Governor Zulum Faces Backlash for Declaring One-Day Fast to Tackle Insecurity and Soaring Food Prices

    In a televised address, Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State announced a one-day statewide fast on February 19 to seek divine intervention amidst rising food costs and a surge in landmine explosions. The governor expressed concern over citizens' hardships, outlining plans to revive...
  2. Boko Haram: Story of Repentant Terrorists Vowing to Abstain from Violence Cause Concern Among Nigerians

    Nigeria Boko Haram: Story of Repentant Terrorists Vowing to Abstain from Violence Cause Concern Among Nigerians

    In a surprising revelation, the Borno State government asserted that the 160,000 repentant Boko Haram insurgents cannot return to violence as they swore an oath with the Quran. Zuwaira Gambo, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, emphasized that the ex-terrorists, having...
  3. Zamfara Residents Demand Urgent Action as Bandits Intensify Attacks, Including Sexual Assault on Women

    Nigeria Zamfara Residents Demand Urgent Action as Bandits Intensify Attacks, Including Sexual Assault on Women

    Rural communities in Zamfara State are grappling with an alarming surge in bandit attacks, as criminals now focus on perpetrating heinous acts of raping married women and girls within the sanctity of their family homes. This unsettling revelation emerged during a series of interviews conducted...
  4. From Shock to Acceptance: Nigerians Give Up on Government as Gunmen Abduct Passengers on Abuja Road, Kogi State

    Nigeria From Shock to Acceptance: Nigerians Give Up on Government as Gunmen Abduct Passengers on Abuja Road, Kogi State

    Kidnappers have struck once again, targeting passengers aboard two buses bound for Abuja along the Inele-Eteke, Ogugu, New Road area of Kogi East district. The incident, which occurred on Monday, has sent shockwaves through the region and raised concerns about the safety of travelers in the...
  5. Katsina State: Troops Neutralize Terror Threat, Rescue 35 Hostages

    Nigeria Katsina State: Troops Neutralize Terror Threat, Rescue 35 Hostages

    In a decisive victory against terrorism, troops of the Joint Task Force North West Operation Hadarin Daji (OPHD) successfully neutralized two terrorists and rescued 35 kidnap victims in Katsina State. The daring operation carried out on January 27, showcased the well-coordinated efforts of the...
  6. Tragedy Strikes: Boko Haram Ambush Claims Lives of Army Lieutenant and Vigilantes in Lake Chad Attack

    Nigeria Tragedy Strikes: Boko Haram Ambush Claims Lives of Army Lieutenant and Vigilantes in Lake Chad Attack

    Boko Haram insurgents reportedly ambushed a military convoy in the Lake Chad area of Borno State on Saturday, resulting in the death of an army lieutenant and two vigilante members. The incident occurred following the military's recent takeover of the Boko Haram enclave in Krenowa, Marte LGA...
  7. Wike Points Finger at Political Propaganda Amid Insecurity Critique in FCT

    Nigeria Wike Points Finger at Political Propaganda Amid Insecurity Critique in FCT

    In a recent interview, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike accused some politicians of running propaganda to destabilize the current government. Wike expressed concerns about politicians exaggerating certain attacks to create tension in the country. During the interview, Wike addressed accusations of...
  8. From Bulletproof Comfort: Remi Tinubu's Prayer Solution to Insecurity Scrutinized by Peoples Gazette

    Nigeria From Bulletproof Comfort: Remi Tinubu's Prayer Solution to Insecurity Scrutinized by Peoples Gazette

    Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, known for her high-security profile with bulletproof cars and a heavily armed security detail, has issued a call for intensified prayers to address the escalating insecurity affecting various states in the country. In a statement shared on her official...
  9. Nigerians Outraged as 100+ Armed Insurgents Abduct 31 Residents in Katsina Attack

    Nigeria Nigerians Outraged as 100+ Armed Insurgents Abduct 31 Residents in Katsina Attack

    A brazen attack unfolded in Tashar Nagulle, a community in Katsina State, as a formidable group of terrorists, numbering over 100, stormed the area on Sunday. Reports indicate that 31 residents, including women, children, and men, were abducted during the terrifying incident. Batsari Local...
  10. Abuja Resident Abducted in Shocking Highway Ambush Amidst Rising Insecurity Concerns

    Nigeria Abuja Resident Abducted in Shocking Highway Ambush Amidst Rising Insecurity Concerns

    Abdullahi Sabo, a resident of Abuja, fell victim to the escalating insecurity plaguing the nation's capital as he was abducted while driving home with his wife. The incident occurred on Sabon-Lugbe, Airport Road, when gunmen intercepted his Ash color Lexus Jeep, deflating its tires after opening...
  11. Nigerians React to Viral Video of Soldiers Rescuing Abuja Kidnap Victims, Including Customs Officer

    Nigeria Nigerians React to Viral Video of Soldiers Rescuing Abuja Kidnap Victims, Including Customs Officer

    A recently surfaced video depicts a dramatic rescue operation by soldiers in Abuja, saving kidnapped individuals, including a customs officer. The victims express gratitude as security forces intervene, ensuring their safe release. Watch the compelling video capturing the moments of the rescue.
  12. 6 Retired Generals Share Insights on How Tinubu Can Address Nigeria's Insecurity Crisis

    Nigeria 6 Retired Generals Share Insights on How Tinubu Can Address Nigeria's Insecurity Crisis

    Retired military leaders, speaking anonymously, share actionable solutions to tackle Nigeria's rising insecurity. Their recommendations for President Tinubu include clear directives, a coordinated national operation, restructuring the police, adopting successful strategies like 'Operation...
  13. Pantami Calls Out Security Agencies for Inaction on NIN-SIM Policy in the Battle Against Insecurity

    Nigeria Pantami Calls Out Security Agencies for Inaction on NIN-SIM Policy in the Battle Against Insecurity

    Former Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami, has pointed fingers at the Nigerian Police Force and other security agencies, alleging their reluctance to fully leverage the National Identification Number and Subscriber Identity Module (NIN-SIM) policy in the fight against...
  14. [Video] Nabeeha's Relative Recounts the true horrors of dealing with kidnappers in Nigeria

    Nigeria [Video] Nabeeha's Relative Recounts the true horrors of dealing with kidnappers in Nigeria

    Sherifdeen Al-Kadriyar, the uncle of the murdered victim Nabeeha, shares the harrowing moments leading up to her tragic death. Nabeeha, along with her father and sisters, was abducted in the Bwari Area Council, and the family's attempts to negotiate for her release took a devastating turn. As...
  15. Parents Beg FG for Release of NYSC 7 Held Captive in Zamfara for 149 Days

    Nigeria Parents Beg FG for Release of NYSC 7 Held Captive in Zamfara for 149 Days

    The parents of the NYSC 7, held captive in Zamfara for 149 days, are imploring the Federal Government to rescue their children. Abducted during a bandit interception of an AKTC bus on the Zamfara State Highway, two were released, but six and the driver remain in captivity. The abductors demand a...
  16. Nigeria Security: Confusion as Rumours of Home Abductions Circulate Online

    Nigeria Nigeria Security: Confusion as Rumours of Home Abductions Circulate Online

    Amid a wave of social media reports on kidnappings, Nigeria faces heightened security concerns. Stories circulate, from Nabeeha and her sisters to Hadiza and her family's recent abductions. Three NYSC corps members remain in captivity, amplifying worries and emphasizing the urgent need for...
  17. Kidnapping: Nigerians Shocked at Instructions in NYSC Booklet

    Nigeria Kidnapping: Nigerians Shocked at Instructions in NYSC Booklet

    The recent kidnapping of five NYSC members in Nigeria has led to outrage over the NYSC booklet's instructions advising corps members to alert others when traveling on high-risk roads. The booklet suggests notifying friends, family, and colleagues for potential ransom payments demanded by...
  18. Atiku Calls for Security Overhaul Following Tragic Murder of Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar

    Nigeria Atiku Calls for Security Overhaul Following Tragic Murder of Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar

    Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep sorrow over the brutal murder of Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar, a victim of abduction in Abuja. Atiku, in a statement shared on his official X handle, lamented the unhindered operations of kidnappers and bandits in...
  19. Chaos on Abuja-Kaduna Road as 30+ Travellers Kidnapped by Armed Bandits in Terrifying Attack

    Nigeria Chaos on Abuja-Kaduna Road as 30+ Travellers Kidnapped by Armed Bandits in Terrifying Attack

    In a shocking incident on Sunday night, more than 30 travelers fell victim to a brazen kidnapping along the notorious Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. Former federal lawmaker and social activist, Senator Shehu Sani, confirmed the harrowing event, disclosing that armed terrorists blocked the highway near...
  20. Terror Strikes Abuja–Kaduna Highway: Bandits Abduct Over 30 in Audacious Attack, Raising Alarms on National Security

    Nigeria Terror Strikes Abuja–Kaduna Highway: Bandits Abduct Over 30 in Audacious Attack, Raising Alarms on National Security

    On Sunday night, a shocking incident unfolded along the Abuja–Kaduna highway as bandits attacked travelers, abducting over 30 people near Dogon-Fili, close to Katari, in the Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State. This marks the first breach of security on this crucial artery in more than...
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