Category Security

Senator Reports Armed Attack on Family Home

Armed attack reported on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's Kogi home. Assailants repelled, no injuries. Senator requests security detail reinstatement.

Abuja – Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan reported a harrowing armed attack on her ancestral home in Obeiba-Ihima, Kogi State. According to a statement released by her office, armed individuals descended upon the residence, originally her grandfather’s, late Tuesday night. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan represents the Kogi…

Army Calls for More South-East Recruitment Amid Low Turnout

Boost South-East recruitment: Army calls for more enlistees amid low turnout. Anambra gov supports drive targeting 18-22 year olds

Anambra – The Nigerian Army is urging young people in the South-East to enlist in its current recruitment exercise, citing significantly low participation from the region. Brigadier-General Chima Ekeator, heading the Army’s recruitment awareness team in Anambra, highlighted the need for…

Two Dead After Rival Cult Clash in Anambra

Deadly cult clash in Anambra leaves two dead. Black Axe vs Eiye violence sparks fear in Nkwelle-Ezunaka as police probe the incident.

Nkwelle-Ezunaka – Two individuals have died following a violent cult clash in Anambra. The deadly confrontation occurred between the rival Black Axe and Eiye confraternities in the Nkwelle-Ezunaka area of Oyi Local Government Area. The violence is linked to a long-standing rivalry…

Armed Herdsmen Attack Leaves Several Dead

Several feared dead after armed herdsmen attack Benue's Otobi village. Homes burned, residents flee ongoing violence. Officials confirm the attack

MAKURDI – Suspected armed herdsmen launched a deadly attack on the Otobi community in Benue State Tuesday evening. Several people are feared dead, and parts of the village were set on fire. The incident occurred in the Akpa District of Otukpo Local Government Area. Eyewitness…

Several Feared Killed in Fresh Benue Attacks

Several feared dead in fresh Benue attacks. Homes burned, residents displaced by suspected herdsmen. Leaders seek aid to stop the violence.

Makurdi – Several people are feared dead after recent Benue attacks. Suspected armed herdsmen also burned many homes in the violence. The attacks happened on Saturday. They targeted communities in Buruku and Tarka Local Government Areas (LGAs). This violence continues a pattern of…

Ondo Police Investigate Headless Bodies Found in River

Ondo Police Investigate Headless Bodies Found in River

Odigbo – Ondo State Police Command confirmed finding three headless bodies. The Ondo Police investigate headless bodies discovered floating in a river within Odigbo Local Government Area. Authorities currently believe the victims originated from outside the state. This discovery has caused significant fear…

Police Deploy Tactical Assets To Plateau After Deadly Attacks

Police deploy tactical assets to Plateau State after deadly attacks. IGP sends reinforcements including drones & APCs to curb violence & restore peace.

Jos – Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, ordered reinforcements to Plateau State following increased violence. The Police deploy tactical assets to Plateau communities need after recent deadly attacks, including a March 28 assault in Bokkos LGA that killed at least 50 people.…