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28Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Brave Security Forces Thwart Daring Bandit Strike in Katsina

Law enforcement officials have thwarted a bandit assault on a community surveillance and hunters’ base in Sukunkumi village, Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State. Intelligence sources indicated that the event took place around 7:30 pm on March 26, when approximately 15 heavily armed bandits on motorcycles attempted to seize control of the establishment. As per counter-insurgency specialist Zagazola Makama, the sources mentioned that security teams promptly arrived at the location and engaged the assailants in a gunfight, compelling them to retreat into adjacent woodlands. The sources further revealed that three motorcycles were retrieved from the location, including two that had previously been stolen from hunters during the confrontation. Additionally, they reported that a memb...

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28Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Dapchi Under Siege: Boko Haram Suspects Torch Police Station and Telecom Towers

Alleged Boko Haram militants have reportedly invaded Dapchi, the center of Bursari Local Government Area in Yobe State. Reports indicate that the attackers struck the community yesterday around 11 p.m. NAIJATAB exclusively conversed with a resident who wished to remain unnamed. Speaking from a concealed location, he stated, “Boko Haram fighters infiltrated our neighborhood yesterday at around 11 pm. They set ablaze three telecommunication towers, a police station, an ambulance belonging to a hospital, and a primary healthcare center, seized motorcycles, and snatched phones from residents.” According to him, the attackers spent three hours engaged in their activities in the town without opposition. “The community currently lacks telecommunication services. As we speak, I need to travel t...

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28Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Tragedy Strikes: Nigerian Passenger Passes Away on Istanbul to Lagos Flight

A Nigerian traveler, Alhaji Isiaq Dahunsi, has passed away aboard an international journey from Istanbul to Lagos in the early hours of Monday, April 27, 2026. The occurrence was revealed by a close acquaintance of the departed, Ishola Isiaq, an Imam with the Ansarudeen Society of Nigeria, in a post shared on his verified Facebook page. As stated by the cleric, Dahunsi passed away during the flight while heading back to Nigeria from Türkiye. The airplane was making its way to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport at the time of the incident. “I have lost a childhood companion, the late Alhaji Isiaq Dahunsi, this morning, Monday 27th April 2026, while he was returning from Istanbul, Turkey, to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. He passed away on the flight,” Isiaq noted. He conc...

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28Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Brave Police Thwart Shop Attack and Capture Six Suspected Thugs in Kano!”

The Kano State Police Command on Monday thwarted an attempted assault on stores in the Gyadi-Gyadi region of the state, apprehending six alleged miscreants following a fierce confrontation involving opposing ‘Yan Daba factions. As per a communication released by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Command moved promptly after receiving an emergency call at approximately 1:20 p.m. notifying them that suspected troublemakers had gathered for a confrontation. “Upon receiving the notification, patrol squads were promptly dispatched to the location. Upon arrival, officers witnessed a fierce clash between suspected ‘Yan Daba factions.” During the altercation, the suspects reportedly damaged an ambulance and attempted to escalate the violence to surrounding are...

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27Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Tragedy Strikes: Seven Lives Lost in Latest Assault on Benue Border Village

At least seven individuals have allegedly perished following an assault on Channel One, a border community in Ukemberagya/Tswarev Council Ward of Logo Local Government Area (LGA), Benue State. The attack was reported to have transpired in the early hours of Monday, April 27, 2026, as per sources from the locality. A community leader, Elder Joseph Anawa, verified the occurrence to reporters in Makurdi. Anawa in a statement mentioned “I have learned that today, 27/4/2026, at around 13:00 hours indicates that suspected Fulani attackers have struck “Channel One”, a border community in Ukemberagya/Tswarev Council Ward, Logo LGA of Benue State, situated along Arufu-Wukari road, Taraba State. “Six individuals were reportedly killed, including Mr. Akor Gwakyaa, Mr. Msooter Gwakya...

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27Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Police Strike Back: Vandals Caught and N400m Worth of Railway Treasures Reclaimed!”

The Nigeria Police Force stated that it has, through the Force Intelligence Department Special Tactical Squad, FID-STS, apprehended individuals involved in extensive destruction of vital national infrastructure. The police additionally reported recovering vandalized railway materials worth over N400 million. The individuals, Chisom Goodnews, 32, and Ahmed Adamu, 22, were detained on 9th April 2026 at approximately 1800hrs in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, following reliable intelligence. A statement endorsed by DCP Anthony Okonkwo Placid, Force Public Relations Officer, indicated that the operation resulted in the interception of a trailer truck carrying roughly sixty tonnes of damaged railway tracks and sleepers. “The materials were masked under bags of groundnut shells in a calculated effort...

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27Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Tragedy Strikes: Pastor and Family Haunted by Violence in Plateau”

There was strain in Gako Village in the Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State on Sunday evening when armed individuals initiated a new assault, resulting in the death of a pastor and three members of his household. The deceased were recognized as Rev. Ayuba Choji, his spouse, Chundung Ayuba, along with their two offspring, Cyril Ayuba and Endurance Ayuba. As per reports, the assailants invaded the village around 11 p.m. and fired shots recklessly. A community resident, Martha Dalyop, who communicated with Vanguard, mentioned that the gunmen invaded the locality late at night, firing indiscriminately and forcing locals to flee for their safety. She expressed concern that the persistent assaults have continued to instill fear within communities, leaving many unable t...

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27Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Bravery in Action: Troops Free Kidnapped Victims and Seize N8 Million Ransom in Plateau”

The Nigerian Army announced that its forces have liberated a kidnapped individual and retrieved the amount of N8 million disbursed as ransom by a family to extremists in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. A release endorsed by Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, indicated that the troops stationed in Sector 9 Shendam successfully liberated the kidnapped individual and retrieved the ransom paid by the family during a synchronized operation on Saturday, 25 April, 2026. It highlighted the operation as a testament to the military’s resolve in dismantling criminal enterprises and safeguarding citizens within the Operation Enduring Peace joint operations sector. The rescue effort was launched following the kidnap...

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26Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Courageous Forces Foil Kidnapping Plot, Safeguard Two Lives in Benue

Personnel from Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have effectively averted a kidnapping attempt and rescued two individuals in the Konshisha Local Government Area of Benue State. As per security reports, the occurrence took place around 8:19 a.m. on April 24 in the Agidi community, where alleged abductors were reportedly conducting their operation. The reports suggested that the troops responded swiftly after receiving a distress signal and promptly proceeded to the site. “Upon encountering the troops, the abductors deserted the victims and escaped into adjacent foliage,” the report mentioned. After the intervention, the freed victims were safely reunited with their families. This event is part of ongoing security initiatives designed to combat kidnapping and other illicit activit...

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26Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Kano Cops Snag Two Stolen Rides in Daring Recovery Operation!

The Kano State Police Command reports that it has retrieved two stolen vehicles during distinct operations in Tarauni and Kumbotso local government regions. In a statement released on Sunday, the police representative, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, indicated that the recoveries are part of ongoing initiatives to enhance intelligence-driven and visibility-based policing throughout the state. He elaborated that the operations demonstrate the command’s “renewed dedication to proactive crime prevention, management, and control.” The first incident involved a Toyota Corolla that was taken in Abuja. According to the statement, the vehicle, a 2004 model with registration number DRA 735AA, was seized on April 22 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Wuse. Kiyawa mentioned that police operatives responded...

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26Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Elderly Suspect Nabbed in Nasarawa for Spreading Counterfeit Cash

Members of the Nigeria Police Force in Nasarawa have detained a 62-year-old individual, Mamuda Hassan, over alleged participation in the distribution of forged currency within the State. The individual, reportedly residing in Anchor Zaria in Kaduna State, was apprehended by officers from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lafia following reliable intelligence. As stated by the police, Hassan was seized at a livestock market in Lafia while purportedly engaging in transactions with counterfeit N1,000 notes. Police inquiries unveiled that the detainee admitted to acquiring the forged currency from an associate located in Mararaba Akunza, Lafia, who is presently on the run. In a declaration, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, representing the Commission...

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26Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Devastation in Abia: Farmers Grapple with Cattle Rampage’s Aftermath

The Traditional Prime Minister of Ike Mgboko autonomous community in Obingwa local government area of Abia State, Daniel Iheadindueme has denounced the devastation of recently cultivated crops in his community. He stated that the damage was purportedly caused by livestock owned by Fulani herdsmen. Iheadindueme, who also serves as the Commander of Abia State Community Policing/Vigilante, identified the impacted regions to include Mgboko Okpulor village, Mgboko Amairi village, and Nne Nkute area. He claimed that herdsmen drove their livestock into the fields, threatened the farmers, and subsequently allowed their animals to graze freely on newly sprouted crops. Iheadindueme, who voiced concern that this distressing development posed a danger to food security and economic stability for the...

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25Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Midnight Mayhem: Police Dive Deep into OOU Attack Mystery”

The Ogun State Police Command has announced that it has initiated an inquiry into the late-night assault on student accommodations at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ibogun Campus. NAIJATAB indicates that the alleged thieves breached the hostels, instigating chaos and compelling students to evacuate their quarters on Saturday. As per a social media update by one Jinadu Michael Mabayomije on X, the assailants, numbering roughly 12, invaded the hostels, firing randomly and stripping students of mobile phones, laptops, and other possessions. It was reported that several victims incurred injuries while trying to flee. The message states: “Robbery attack at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ibogun Campus, Ifo LGA, Ogun State, at midnight. A group of approximately 12 armed robbers infiltrated s...

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25Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Midnight Mayhem at OOU: Police Dive into Investigation

The Ogun State Police Command reports that it has initiated an inquiry into the midnight assault on student accommodations at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ibogun Campus. NAIJATAB conveys that the alleged thieves breached the hostels, inducing chaos and compelling students to vacate their rooms on Saturday. As per a social media update by one Jinadu Michael Mabayomije on X, the assailants, numbering around 12, invaded the hostels, firing indiscriminately and robbing students of their phones, laptops, and other treasures. It was reported that some victims suffered injuries while trying to escape. The post states: “Armed robbery incident at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ibogun Campus, Ifo LGA, Ogun State, at midnight. A group of about 12 armed thieves invaded student accommodations, se...

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25Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Operation Triumph: Forces Annihilate Terrorist Sanctuaries and Seize Motorcycle in Katsina”

Personnel of the Nigerian Army have eradicated suspected terrorist strongholds during a clearance mission in Matazu Local Government Region of Katsina State. This was revealed in a post shared by security analyst and counter-insurgency specialist, Zagazola Makama via his X account. Security insiders informed Zagazola Makama that the mission was executed at around 8:00 a.m. on April 23 by personnel of the 17 Brigade in partnership with members of the Civilian Watch group. The insiders mentioned that the personnel conducted an assault operation aimed at targeting identified terrorist hideaways in Malamawa, Jikamshi, and Musawa towns. Though no engagement occurred with the suspected terrorists during the operation, the personnel effectively dismantled the strongholds, obliterated life-supp...

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25Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Tragic Love: Nigerian Army Discovers Remains of Slain Soldier Couple on Their Wedding Journey”

The Nigerian Army declared that forces from the 82 Division have dismantled a notorious camp linked to the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Imo State. In a notice disseminated via its official X account, the Army noted that the troops acted on reliable intelligence to execute the operations on 24 April 2026 along the Ubaha Orsu corridor of Orsu Local Government Area. This operation was part of a tactical clearance and search initiative aimed at dismantling the IPOB/ESN hideout in the vicinity and locating the remains of two Nigerian Army personnel, Master Warrant Officer Linus Musa Audu and Private Gloria Mathew, who were brutally kidnapped and killed by terrorists in May 2022 while en route to their customary wedding. Upon receiving tru...

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25Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Captured: Kidnap Suspect Apprehended for Assault on POS Operator in Adamawa”

Military personnel have apprehended a suspected abductor thought to be involved in an assault on a Point-of-Sale (POS) operator in the Song Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The apprehension was revealed in a post shared on X by security analyst, Zagazola Makama. As per the post, the operation was executed on April 21 at approximately 10:35 a.m. by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical) under Operation HADIN KAI during a secret mission in Loko village. Security insiders stated that the suspect was recognized as one of those participating in a March 12, 2026 attack on a POS operator in the vicinity. According to Makama, initial findings also suggested that he had been on the wanted roster of the Department of State Services (DSS) due to his purported involvement in kidnapping-relate...

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25Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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Delta Delivers Justice: Cops Capture Armed Robbery Suspects with Weapons in Hand

The Delta State Police Command has apprehended four alleged armed thieves and retrieved two firearms during synchronized patrol operations throughout the state. The apprehensions were executed through distinct operations conducted by personnel of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and the Crack Squad. Members of the RRS, on April 23 at approximately 4:25 p.m., while performing routine stop-and-search duties along Ugbolu/Asaba Road, halted a 28-year-old individual recognized as Chinoso Igwemma. Authorities stated that the individual’s questionable behavior incited a thorough search, during which a modified Beretta pistol was seized from him. Per the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Delta Command, the individual is presently in custody and undergoing interrogation. In an analogous...

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24Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Vigilant Forces Foil Smuggling Attempt on Borno-Yobe Wilderness Trail”

Five alleged traffickers have been apprehended by the troops of Operation HADIN KAI during an initiative along a secluded route connecting Borno and Yobe states. Zagazola Makama reported in a post on X that the individuals were detained in the early hours of April 19, at approximately 4:15 a.m., by members of the 27 Task Force Brigade collaborating with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), according to security insiders. The operation transpired along an isolated track between Yunusari and Bukarti, extending towards the Kaula and Gamari direction, encompassing segments of Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State and Yunusari LGA of Yobe State. Security insiders informed Makama that the troops intercepted three Golf vehicles traversing the bush path, culminating in the capture of the ...

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24Apr By Uche SamuelNo Comments

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“Uber Driver Caught in Controversy: The Shocking Diversion of an iPhone 16 Delivery in Lagos”

An Uber chauffeur has been detained after reportedly fleeing with an iPhone 16 entrusted to him for transport in Lagos. The occurrence became known after an X user, recognized as Ashake (handle: #Molayoo_), raised a distress call on Saturday, revealing particulars of the delivery request and tagging the ride-hailing firm. As per her account, the driver picked up the gadget in Egbeda for delivery to Ikeja but canceled the journey halfway and became unreachable. “Uber, one of your drivers in Lagos, Nigeria, collected a package (an iPhone 16) from Egbeda to be delivered to Ikeja, then he canceled the ride midway, and now he’s been uncontactable ever since! His name is Augustine Adimabua. This is someone’s business, for goodness' sake! We need the package,” she expressed. The situation escal...

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