Gunmen abduct 60-year-old man in Oyo, demand N30m ransom Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a 60-year-old man, Mr. Owoade Matthew Kolawole, in Igboyaye, Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State. The incident occurred between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026. According to the victim's…

…rescue of all the abducted pupils and teachers who were kidnapped when heavily armed gunmen invaded Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota; L.A. Primary School; and Community Grammar School, Ahoro-Esienle, in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15. The victims are expected to be formally handed over by the military…

…is fading amid reports that some captives may have died in the kidnappers' camp. The gunmen invaded First ECWA Church and St Augustine Catholic Church during Easter Sunday services, abducting scores of worshippers. The Village Head of Ariko, Joshua Doka, told Sunday PUNCH that the last proof of life came through an aud…

…same family, including a two-month-old baby, were killed in a fresh attack by suspected gunmen on Kum and Wereng-Camp communities in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State late Saturday night. The attack, according to residents, began at about 11:30 p.m. on Saturday and lasted for more than one hour, leaving the…

Bandits abduct corpse of late FRSC commander and mourners, demand N450m ransom in Kogi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted the remains of a late Deputy Corps Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Augustine O. Ikwue, and the mourners accompanying his body to his hometown at Otukpo, Benue State.…

…armed men attacked a school in Oyo State. The victims were abducted after heavily armed gunmen stormed the school, causing panic among students, teachers and residents. The attackers reportedly whisked away several pupils and members of staff into nearby forests, sparking nationwide concern and prompting an intensive s…

…and his younger brother, one Iorngee John Nyityo 'm', 19yrs, were k!lled by unknown gunmen," the statement read. The suspect, one Abdullahi Usman, 23yrs, of Awe, Nasarawa State, has been arrested in connection with the crime and investigation is still going on to get the remaining suspects." by Linda Ikeji at 09/07/202…

Gunmen k!ll three in fresh Plateau attack Three persons have been k!lled after suspected gunmen attacked Torok community in Rim village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Residents said the attack occurred at about 7 p.m. on Wednesday, throwing the community into mourning as residents fled for safety. The v…

…the truth, so we will know those involved." Adeyemi also claimed he was attacked by gunmen near Zuma Rock in September 2025 and reiterated that his involvement with the council was driven by a desire to attract foreign investment to Nigeria. "I don't really have a negative plan. It's all about passion for the country.…

Gunmen k!ll Benue varsity professor in Makurdi Gunmen have k!lled a History professor at the Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, (MOAUM), Gabriel Nyityo. Prof. Nyityo was reportedly m8rdered at his Makurdi residence in the early hours of Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unc…

…men at Olaiya Block Industry. Jimoh said preliminary reports revealed that seven masked gunmen invaded the premises of the block industry and demanded to see the owner. "The Ondo State Police Command under the stewardship of Cp Felix Ohagwu psc, mnips, mspsp has recorded another significant breakthrough in its sustaine…

…Nansel, said the distress call was received around 9:21pm. According to Nansel, the gunmen knocked on the door of the students' residence before forcing their way inside. "What happened was that the students were at home when the gunmen arrived. They knocked on the door and gained entry," he said. The police imagemaker…

…a nearby shop in an attempt to escape the attack. However, he alleged that one of the gunmen pursued them into the shop and continued shooting. "He said the attack resulted in the death of his brother, Timileyin, while he sustained a gunshot injury to his hand." Noting that the incident had nothing to do with the APC,…

Gunmen invaded Rumuodogo 2 Community in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State and killed two people on Monday morning. Though the reason for the attack by the assailants could not be ascertained as of the time of filing this report, the invaders broke into houses in a commando-style in search of their targets. A…

…Okpan, both of Orugbam Community, Erei, were allegedly attacked and shot by unidentified gunmen while working on their farmlands near Egbor Community. "The victims were rushed to the village for immediate assistance. Regrettably, Mr Nkeruwem Ikoh later succumbed to his injuries, while the second victim is currently rec…

…Nanmwa JOS - Three vigilantes were reportedly killed on Saturday night when suspected gunmen attacked Sabon-Layi community in Gwol District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The attack, which occurred at about 10 p.m., has heightened concerns over the persistent insecurity in the area. According to…

…victims, released in the early hours of Saturday, were kidnapped on April 28, 2026, when gunmen invaded the Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, a border community between Ekiti and Kwara states, during an evening service. The attackers shot the pastor before abducting 16 worshippers, including women and children, and…

…was ambushed and shot dead at a checkpoint, and his AK-47 rifle was stolen by unknown gunmen in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The deceased police officer, simply identified as Insp. Danladi Ahmed, was killed by his assailants from a nearby forest along the Ohoror axis of the East-West Road in Ughe…

…occurred at Nyango, Gyel District in Jos South Local Government Area on Monday, when gunmen stormed a mining site and opened fire on miners, killing three persons and injuring two others. Residents said the attackers struck at about 11:50 a.m., sending miners scrambling for safety. A community member, Mr. Chuwang Rogo,…

…by operatives of the NDLEA, the Nigeria Customs Service and other security agencies. 8. Gunmen have abducted a pastor, Rev. Dr Samuel Gbinde, and two members of his congregation from his residence in Benue State. The incident was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Executive Committee of the Nongo u Krist…

Gunmen have abducted a pastor, Rev. Dr Samuel Gbinde, and two members of his congregation from his residence in Benue State. The incident was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Executive Committee of the Nongo u Kristu u i Ser u sha Tar Church. According to the church, the victims were abducted in the ea…

Describing the tragedy as a "senseless assault on innocent citizens," the governor added: "This attack is an ugly, cowardly and unacceptable act of violence, particularly coming at a crucial time when our hardworking farmers, who have returned to their ancestral lands, are cultivating their farms. "These enemies of pro…

Drawing on a six-year study covering attacks between 2020 and 2025, Mr Vierhout, who spoke in Jos during a peace summit on Monday, said the dominant focus on jihadist groups such as Boko Haram obscures a far deadlier reality on the ground.

…Benue State, Ardo Muhammad and another man identified as Yakubu Isah have been killed by gunmen in Otukpo Local Government Area of the state.The attack, which occurred on Friday, has reportedly heightened tension in parts of Otukpo and neighbouring Ohinmini Local Government Area. It was gathered that the MACBAN chairma…

…in Edjekota-Ogor Community of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State as gunmen on Monday attacked and injured an unidentified young man who was returning home after purchasing food for his infant child in the community. The gunmen inflicted bodily injuries on the victim, who is currently hospitalized in an…