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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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BREAKING: Bandits Invade Catholic School In Niger State, Abduct Students And Staff

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An unknown number of students and staff have been abducted from St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution in Papiri community, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. Sources said the school was attacked during a night raid, with several students taken. A representative from one of the state’s Catholic churches confirmed the incident but said details were still being compiled. “Yes, it is true, but I am not in a position to give details. The church will issue an official statement later in the day,” the source said. The Niger State Police Command, through spokesperson SP Wasiu Abiodun, said further information would be provided later. Meanwhile, Ahmed Abdullahi Rofia, Head of Department for Disaster and Relief in Agwara Local Government, confirmed the attack, stating that the terrorists struck between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m., and the exact number of abducted students and staff is still being verified. The incident follows a recent kidnapping in Maga, Kebbi State, where 25 students were taken, raising concerns over escalating insecurity in northern schools. On Thursday, more than 50 schools in Kwara State were closed due to rising bandit activity. President Bola Tinubu recently cancelled trips to South Africa and Angola to focus on coordinating the federal government’s response to the worsening security situation.

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JUST IN: Bandits Demand N100 Million Each For 38 Worshippers Abducted In Kwara Church Attack

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Bandits who abducted 38 worshippers from Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Eruku, in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State have reportedly demanded N100 million ransom per victim.  According to Leadership, the kidnappers have begun contacting families of those taken during Tuesday’s church service. A community leader, Chief Olusegun Olukotun, the Olori Eta of Eruku—who has four relatives among the abducted—confirmed the development on Thursday, 20 November. Olukotun said he was inside the church with five family members when the gunmen invaded. He and one ward managed to escape through a window around 6:06 p.m. He explained that the kidnappers have now grouped the victims based on family ties and are reaching out to relatives one group at a time. He said, “From what we gathered from the kidnappers’ camp, they have grouped the victims according to their relations and are calling people in those groups. Some people in the community have received calls demanding N100 million for each person. As for my own people, I have not received any call yet, so I am still waiting.” The attack, which occurred on Tuesday, 18 November, left five worshippers dead and 38 others abducted, sparking widespread fear and tension across the community.

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Bandits Attack Kwara Church, Kill Three Worshippers and Abduct Pastor

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Gunmen stormed the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) at Oke Isegun in Eruku, a border community with Kogi in Ekiti LGA, Kwara State, abducting an unknown number of worshippers, including the pastor. A video captured during a live stream, seen by TheCable, shows the congregation in the middle of a service when gunshots rang out around the church. Panic spread as the worshippers scrambled for safety, while several armed bandits forced their way into the building. Reports indicate that at least five attackers ransacked the church, stealing belongings from worshippers. The PUNCH reported that three people were killed during the assault, while the pastor and several church members were taken away. A witness said, “The gunmen came into the church while people were gathered. They started shooting, and three people died immediately. They later rounded up some worshippers, including the pastor, and marched them into the bush.” Community leader Benjamin Ayeoribe added that Eruku has faced repeated bandit attacks over the last three weeks, with calls for help to local and state authorities yielding no results. “We have begged the local and state governments for help, but nothing concrete has come. We are living in fear every day,” he said. The attack comes less than 48 hours after bandits raided Government Girls Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State, abducting 25 schoolgirls. Terrifying Livestream From CAC Church In Eruku Town, Kwara State, Captured The Final Moments Before Gun-Wielding Terrorists Attacked During A Church Service. Several Worshippers Were Killed, While The Pastor And Others Were Abducted: pic.twitter.com/g3DjMzrrxY — Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) November 18, 2025

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