…and other tertiary institutions in the state. DSS warns of planned terrorist, bandit attacks on Sokoto tertiary institutions

…between residents and security forces in disrupting criminal networks and preventing bandit attacks. The security situation around the Forward Operating Bases and Joint Task Force locations was described as calm, while troops continued monitoring activities in the area. The morale and fighting spirit of the troops were…

…are being displaced, while others are living with the trauma of losing relatives to bandit attacks. We need leaders who will genuinely stand with the people,” he said. The defectors alleged that more than 100 residents of Goronyo Local Government were currently being held by bandits in camps across parts of Sokoto East…

…an intern with the Nigerian Tribune, writes on the effects of poorly-maintained roads, bandit attacks along certain routes, and […] The post ‘We ought to sell the fruits last week, but they were delivered just yesterday’ appeared first on Tribune Online.

…Adamawa and other northern states. The closures have been triggered by terrorist and bandit attacks, abductions, displacement of communities and fears of further attacks on pupils, students and teachers. In some communities, schools have remained shut for prolonged periods. In others, authorities have merged affected s…

…of anonymity, said many neighbouring communities had been displaced by repeated bandit attacks, forcing residents to relocate to Galadimawa and making the town increasingly vulnerable. by Linda Ikeji at 06/08/2026 9:02 AM | Share this Story

…in Zamfara State, Nura Abdullahi, has died from gunshot injuries he sustained during the bandit attack on the chairman's residence.The attack, which occurred on July 25 in Bungudu town, saw armed bandits abduct the local government chairman alongside two other residents after killing four security personnel attached to…

Four people were killed, while a soldier was declared missing following a bandit attack on the Tudun Bicci community in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The Chairman of Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area, Hussaini Aliyu Bena, confirmed the incident in a telephone interview with newsmen on Thursday…

…were displaced persons who had fled from neighbouring communities following persistent bandit attacks. He added that the attackers also broke into several shops, looted goods, set a vehicle ablaze and burnt two shops before leaving the village. The source said the exact number of those abducted could not immediately be…

Security operatives have foiled an attempted bandit attack on Tauma Village in Bodinga Local Government Area of Sokoto State, recovering five magazines loaded with 40 rounds of live ammunition after a gun battle with the attackers. The Sokoto State Police Command said the operation followed a distress call received at…

…attack occurred less than an hour after troops who had earlier responded to a separate bandit attack withdrew from the village. According to a resident, the military had arrived in two armoured vehicles after bandits allegedly k!lled a farmer earlier in the day. "The soldiers responded quickly and stayed in the village…

…operations, especially in communities affected by rising cases of kidnappings and bandit attacks. Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Deputy Chief Press Secretary, Mashood Agboola. He said the approval was another demonstration of the Federal Government’s…

…and sixth year that I have been working in that school. Although we heard things about bandit attacks, this is the first one that pertained to coming to school to abduct staff and students. What kind of support have you received? The utmost support for now should be health. Governor Seyi Makinde has tried his best. We…

…Tauheed Ahmed Desco, on behalf of the community, the residents said incessant bandit attacks, kidnappings and armed robberies had made daily life unbearable. According to the letter, residents can no longer access their farms or markets or travel safely because of insecurity. “Your Excellency, we can no longer go to ou…

…from Thursday evening into Friday morning, Juky 187, 2026, across three villages.Fresh bandit attacks in Sokoto leave 13 people dead. Photo >As reported by Daily Trust, six residents were killed in Mazau, four in Turtsawa, including two women, and three farmers were ambushed and killed in Tsamaye. From breaking news to…

A community leader was killed after security forces repelled a bandit attack on Yankamaye Ward in Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano State. The incident was disclosed in a post shared on X on Wednesday night by security analyst Bakatsine. According to the post, the bandits invaded the area and engaged security pers…

…It expressed concern that while many communities in Katsina continue to face deadly bandit attacks, displacement and insecurity, government attention appeared to be directed at silencing those who criticise its response. "The government should be confronting the criminals terrorising our communities, not persecuting ci…

Police and troops rescue kidnapped INEC staff, repel bandit attacks in Zamfara A joint security operation involving the Zamfara State Police Command and military personnel has rescued a kidnapped staff member of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and thwarted coordinated bandit attacks following separ…

Fresh bandit attack in Sokoto community leaves six de@d, five injured Six persons have been confirmed de@d while five others were left injured following fresh bandit atta@ck on Lajinge community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State on Wednesday, July 8. Residents said the attackers stormed the com…

…Police Command has confirmed that no case of abduction was recorded during a suspected bandit attack on a police outpost in Zugurma Village, Mashegu Local Government Area of the state.SP Wasiu Abiodun, the command's spokesperson, confirmed the development while speaking with newsmen on Monday in Minna. Abiodun said the…

…police operatives, civil defence personnel, and local security outfits has repelled a bandit attack on Tureta, the headquarters of Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack, which occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, prompted an immediate response from security agencies after armed bandits attempted to…

…renewed fear among residents of border communities who have long suffered repeated bandit attacks, kidnappings, and cattle rustling along the Sokoto-Zamfara corridor. According to intelligence sources, the alleged training activities are taking place in several communities including Bingabale, Bafarawa, Bargaja, and Ge…

…incident. The police emphasised that for the avoidance of doubt, claims of an armed bandit attack and abduction of passengers are misleading and not accurate. She explained that the matter was managed at the military checkpoint and the police were not formally informed because no kidnapping or casualty situation occurr…