…Security and Intelligence, Shehu Buba, is again facing allegations of supporting banditry as he struggles to clear his name. Findings by Saturday PUNCH showed that Buba, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District in the Senate, has since 2024 faced allegations of an alleged relationship with suspected bandits, acc…

…operations, inter-agency collaboration and sustained patrols to tackle kidnapping, banditry, cattle rustling, arms trafficking and other crimes. He said, “Within the period under review, the Command intensified its fight against all forms of crime and criminality, especially kidnapping, banditry, cattle rustling, and a…

…the backdrop of a broader national conversation around insecurity in Nigeria, covering banditry, kidnappings and violence attributed to "unknown gunmen" across several regions.VeryDarkMan's video drew mixed reactions on social media as some netizens mocked and questioned whether he apologised out of fear, while others…

…have experienced attacks, abductions, cattle rustling, and displacement linked to banditry.

…do not find their way back into the hands of non-state actors involved in terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and armed robbery.In June 2026, the centre also received 5,050 illicit, unserviceable, decommissioned, and obsolete assorted automatic weapons retrieved from the Nigeria Police Force.Nigeria cracks down on illegal…

…the possession and use of illicit weapons by non-state actors involved in terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and other violent crimes. He also disclosed that the centre had received 5,050 illicit, unserviceable, decommissioned and obsolete assorted automatic weapons retrieved from the Nigeria Police Force i…

…reigned for five years after replacing his uncle, who was deposed over alleged ties to banditry in 2021In May 2024, bandits attacked Zurmi, ransacked the emir's palace, and abducted several residents including the emir's chief detailPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Emir of Zurmi…

…have security implications, particularly in a country confronting terrorism, insurgency, banditry and other internal security challenges.He cautioned that hostile actors could interpret a temporary absence of the two highest-ranking political leaders as evidence of institutional vulnerability, even if the government ha…

…expressed confidence in the ability of the Mobile Police Force to tackle insurgency and banditry across the country. He noted that the success of the Federal Government’s drive to quell insurgency and banditry would depend largely on the operational readiness of the Police Mobile Force. The IG stated this on Saturday w…

…leaders, community and religious leaders to ensure the success of the fight against banditry, armed robbery, kidnapping and other criminal activities in the society,” Disu said.

…under tighter control, saying those restrictions are deliberate security decisions where banditry or residual insurgent activity has not yet been sufficiently contained. He argued that reopening such crossings prematurely would put traders and border communities at greater risk.Tunji-Ojo said modern border management r…

…we will address these problems,” he said. Nigeria continues to battle insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of violent crime, particularly in the North-East and North-West. Atiku said stronger regional cooperation among West African countries would be critical to addressing the security challenges. Fuel subs…

…situation," encompassing terrorism spilling over from neighbouring Sahelian states, banditry in the north-west, groups such as ISWAP, ISIS, and Boko Haram, farmer-pastoralist clashes, and violence from cult groups and militias.Despite the gains cited by US officials, insecurity across Nigeria has continued to rise.US,…

…discussions. Scholars expressed serious concern over the continued threat of terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and communal violence across the country.While acknowledging the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies, JIBWIS called on the government to invest more in intelligence gathering, improv…

…response. In a related development, the command said three suspected members of an armed banditry and kidnapping syndicate were arrested along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway.The suspects, arrested on August 24 following credible intelligence, were identified as Ibrahim Muhammad, 25, alias “Alti”, from Adamawa State; Usman…

…security initiative founded by Igboho to complement efforts against kidnapping, banditry and other crimes in the South-West. The Ogun launch follows earlier inaugurations in other states in the region.

…noting that members had continued to participate in operations against kidnapping, banditry and other crimes in several communities. He said adequate protection and equipment would enhance the ability of VGN personnel to support security agencies while reducing the risks faced by members during operations. Udoma assure…

…Nigeria, has in recent years been among the areas affected by armed attacks linked to banditry and terrorism, with communities in rural parts of the state frequently targeted.Legit.ng has previously reported on security incidents in Niger State and the ongoing efforts by Nigerian authorities to address armed violence a…

…of the military and other security agencies to protect Nigerians and defeat terrorism, banditry and other forms of violent crime,” HURIWA said. The organisation’s call came against the backdrop of reported attacks in several parts of the country, including the alleged abduction of worshippers during Friday prayers in D…

…armed forces, sister security agencies, state governments and communities to confront banditry, terrorism and other forms of criminality threatening the nation. According to him, “we shall not be intimidated, relent and not allow the sacrifice of our fallen heroes to be in vain. “Behind every fallen officer is a family…

…several regions, including ongoing counterinsurgency operations in the northeast and banditry in the northwest. His assurance that neither responsibility would be sacrificed for the other appears aimed at pre-empting concerns about the politicisation of the defence portfolio ahead of a major election cycle.Defence HQ's…

…and other stakeholders to put aside partisan differences and unite in the fight against banditry in the state. Usman made the call on Sunday in a statement while reacting to recent comments by some opposition politicians on the security situation in Sokoto State, stressing that insecurity should not be politicised. He…

…leaders and other stakeholders to set aside partisan differences and unite against banditry and other security challenges confronting the state. Usman made the appeal while reacting to recent comments by some opposition politicians on the security […] The post Bandits have no political party, Sokoto gov’s aide tells po…

An All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain, Osita Okechukwu, on Sunday said banditry in Nigeria is one of the major tragedies bedevilling liberal democracy. Okechukwu, who was reacting to the outcome of the Osun State governorship election, said the political consequences of banditry were tragically manifested in the…

…directly with the people, particularly communities affected by insecurity, terrorism, banditry, criminality and flooding He said leaders could not fully understand the challenges confronting Nigerians without visiting affected communities and listening to their experiences. “True leadership requires presence and empath…