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Armed Bandits Attack First ECWA Church in Ayetoro Kiri, Kill One and Abduct Worshippers

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Armed bandits launched an attack on the First ECWA Church in Ayetoro Kiri, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State early Sunday, December 14, 2025, leaving one person dead and several worshippers reportedly kidnapped. The deceased, identified only as Jayjay, was killed during the assault. The total number of abducted worshippers has not yet been confirmed, as security operatives and local authorities continue their assessment. This attack comes amid rising insecurity in Okun land, following a similar incident on November 30, 2025, when armed men raided a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area. During that attack, the cleric Orlando and several worshippers were abducted. The assailants initially demanded a ₦500 million ransom, later reducing it to ₦200 million, giving families a two-day deadline and warning of unspecified consequences if the demand was not met. Residents also recalled that Ayetoro Kiri faced an earlier threat about three weeks ago when armed assailants attempted to raid a local school. On that occasion, the community vigilante group successfully repelled the attackers, preventing any casualties or abductions. The latest church attack has intensified fears among locals, who are urging the Kogi State Government and security agencies to step up efforts to protect lives and prevent further incidents.

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Bandits Use Advanced Technology To Evade Security, Says Bosun Tijani

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Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s minister of communications, innovation and digital economy, has disclosed that bandits are using advanced technology to evade surveillance, making it difficult for security agencies to track their activities. Speaking with Seun Okinbaloye on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Friday night, Tijani explained that monitoring the communications of these criminal groups is far more complex than most Nigerians realise. He said bandits deliberately route their calls through multiple towers, a tactic that allows them to stay ahead of security operatives. “The reason why the president actually pushed us to invest in towers in those areas is that we realised there was a special kind of technology that they were using to call,” Tijani said. “They were not using the normal towers; they bounce calls off multiple towers. That is why they enjoy living in areas that are unconnected.” The minister added that the federal government is also working to upgrade Nigeria’s satellites to enhance monitoring and intelligence gathering. “Because if our towers are not working, our satellites will work,” he said. Tijani stressed that the situation underscores the urgent need for significant investment in telecommunications infrastructure. “If you go to China, they have over four million 5G towers. The total number of towers we have in Nigeria is just about 40,000,” he noted. His comments come as insecurity surges across the country, particularly in the north, with recent incidents including the abduction of schoolchildren in Niger and Kebbi states and attacks on churches in Kogi and Kwara states. The ongoing wave of kidnappings and killings has sparked public concern, leading the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to announce a nationwide protest set for December 17.

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JUST IN: Three Family Members Kidnapped By Bandits In Patigi, Kwara State

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Three members of a family were abducted by armed bandits on Sunday in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State while returning from a condolence visit. According to local sources who spoke anonymously, the kidnapping occurred around 7:00 a.m. as the victims were heading home after paying respects to a deceased relative. The abducted individuals, all from Agboro community, were reportedly being taken toward Isanlu in Kogi State at the time of reporting. They have been identified as Abiodun Abidemi and Abiodun Olumide, brothers of the deceased, and Ayomide Moses, the son of the deceased. Residents said Patigi Local Government has been vulnerable to bandit attacks for months, with criminals reportedly ignoring existing security measures. The state Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, however, denied knowledge of the incident, saying: “I am not aware.”

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Sokoto Village Residents Ordered To Pay N20 Million Levy By Bandits To Avoid Deadly Attacks

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Residents of Bakale village in Kilgori district, Yabo Local Government Area, Sokoto State, have been told to pay a N20 million levy to avoid deadly attacks from an armed group. An audio recording obtained by our reporter captures the group’s leader instructing the village head to call a meeting and inform the community about the demand. In the recording, the bandit asked the village head about compliance with a previous directive, saying, “Did you meet with them? Did they agree to obey your command?” After the head confirmed, the bandit ordered him to summon residents again and announce the fresh N20 million levy. “We don’t want to attack you. That is why we decided to impose this levy. If you pay, you will continue to live in peace. We will prevent any group from attacking your community or abducting your people. But if you fail to pay, we will attack, kill, and kidnap,” the bandit warned. A community leader, speaking anonymously, confirmed that similar levies have been imposed on neighbouring villages. Affected settlements across Kilgori and Torankawa districts include Bazar, Alkalije, Gari, Bakale, Dagel, Adarawa, Kwaidaza, Kilgori Runji, Tudu, Tile, Kibiyare, and Barmadu. Levies reportedly range from N3 million to N20 million, depending on the size of the community. The source also revealed that six people were killed in Alkalije and four in Tile during attacks two weeks ago. Attempts to get a response from the Sokoto State Police Command were unsuccessful, with spokesperson DSP Ahmad Rufa’i not responding to multiple calls.

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Kwara Monarch Still Held By Bandits As Kidnappers Demand ₦100m–₦150m Ransom

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Contrary to earlier claims that he had regained freedom, the traditional ruler of Bayangan in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Oba Ojibara of Bayangan, remains in the custody of bandits. The monarch was abducted on Saturday around 9:30 a.m., alongside 12 other residents. Security sources who spoke in Ilorin on Tuesday dismissed reports of his release, noting that neither the DSS nor the police is currently involved in any confirmed rescue operation. Sources monitoring the situation revealed that as of December 2, 2025, a total of 13 victims — including the monarch and three women — are still being held in the bandits’ hideouts. The abductors have reportedly carried out attacks across Bayangan, Ilala, Memudu, Adanla, Agbeku, and Idera within the last five days. The captives are said to be pleading for negotiations, drawing attention to the Eruku case as a precedent for resolving the situation. Meanwhile, the bandits are demanding between ₦100 million and ₦150 million for each hostage.

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JUST IN: Bandits Kidnap Ojibara Of Bayagan Oba Kamilu Salami In Kwara State

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The Ojibara of Bayagan, Oba Kamilu Salami, a traditional ruler in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, has been kidnapped by bandits. The abduction, which occurred on Saturday morning while the monarch was on his farm, has intensified concerns over the rising insecurity in communities across the state. Residents described the attack as sudden, leaving the community shaken and fearful. As of now, the Kwara State Police Command has not officially confirmed the incident.

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Bishop Oyedepo Declares Nigeria Will Not Fall To Extremist Ideology

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Bishop David Oyedepo delivered a forceful message of defiance, insisting that Nigeria will not be overtaken by extremist ideology despite the wave of deadly attacks targeting Christian communities. He urged worshippers to remain unshaken, condemning the violence and pronouncing curses on those behind the killings and abductions. His remarks came amid reports that five church members were murdered and 35 others seized by gunmen who later demanded a ₦100 million ransom. Oyedepo told the congregation that their prayers would trigger divine judgment, warning that calamity awaits the masterminds of the violence. His words rang through the service: “Nigeria will never become an Islamic state… The church of Christ in Nigeria is indestructible… Every perpetrator and their sponsors come under a curse today… In the camp of the wicked, there shall be catastrophe.” Papa Oyedepo pic.twitter.com/ztUyxVRSf4 — Ijere Thomas Chukwuma, Ph.D (@chucksijere) November 23, 2025

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BREAKING: 38 Worshippers Kidnapped From CAC Oke-Isegun In Kwara Regain Freedom

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All 38 people kidnapped during last week’s attack on Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Oke-Isegun in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have regained their freedom, the state government confirmed on Sunday. Mallam Rafiu Ajakaye, Chief Press Secretary to the governor, said the release followed days of sustained efforts by security agencies and government representatives. He credited the success to President Bola Tinubu’s hands-on approach, noting that the president had postponed a scheduled G20 trip to South Africa to address security breaches in Kwara and Kebbi States. Tinubu also ordered heightened security deployments across the state to ensure the safety of citizens. Ajakaye extended the governor’s appreciation to the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Department of State Services, the Nigerian Army, the Nigeria Intelligence Agency, and the Nigeria Police, which deployed four tactical teams under presidential directive. He also thanked local leaders, religious institutions, and residents for their support and cooperation during the crisis. On Sunday, CAC Oke-Isegun held its first church service since the attack, which left three people dead, 38 kidnapped, and several others injured. The service took place under tight security, with soldiers, SWAT, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Kwara Police, and local vigilantes present. During the service, church secretary Michael Agbabiaka clarified that 38 people were abducted, not the 60 reported on social media. He explained that the initial count included 35 members, with three additional non-members later confirmed among the victims. Agbabiaka also disclosed that the bandits initially demanded N100 million per victim, which was later negotiated down to N20 million each before communications with the kidnappers broke off on Friday. Despite the trauma, church leaders encouraged members to attend the service as an act of faith and resilience. Officiating pastor Bamidele Lawrence described the ordeal as a test of faith and said he received divine assurance that all abducted worshippers would return safely, likening their situation to the biblical trials of the Israelites. Congregants expressed gratitude for the safe return of the victims and for the ongoing security presence patrolling the town and the church.

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