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

Wale busari02 mins

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

Wale busari02 mins

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

Wale busari03 mins

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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Kebbi Bandits Abduct 25 Schoolgirls, Kill Vice Principal in Night Raid

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Armed bandits armed with sophisticated weapons launched a devastating attack on Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, on Sunday night, abducting at least 25 schoolgirls. Local source Sulaiman Abdullahi reported that the attackers killed the school’s vice principal, and several unidentified bodies were left on the school premises. “They came in large numbers at night, fired sporadically, and forced their way into the school,” Abdullahi said. By Monday morning, air force jets were seen patrolling the area around 8 a.m., and the school was heavily secured by armed security personnel. CSP Nafiu Abubakar, spokesperson for the Kebbi Police Command, confirmed the attack, saying a tactical team had been deployed to carry out rescue operations for the abducted students. He added that all efforts are being made to ensure the safety of the schoolgirls in captivity, and that Commissioner of Police Bello Sani is committed to putting an end to banditry in the state.

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Sheikh Ahmad Gumi Defends Talks With Bandits, Labels Critics “Spineless and Unpatriotic”

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Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has defended his interactions with bandits, responding to calls for his arrest over his comments on national security and banditry. In a statement shared on Facebook on Sunday, Gumi described his critics as “spineless, irresponsible and unpatriotic imbecilic people,” accusing them of politicising his peace efforts rather than focusing on the country’s growing insecurity. He insisted that his engagement with criminal groups is part of a legitimate effort to promote peace. Gumi said the strongest demands for his arrest are driven by “bigotry, ignorance and intolerance for opposing views,” adding that he has committed no offence in his work to negotiate with bandits. “ARREST HIM!!! These are the only words some spineless, irresponsible and unpatriotic imbecilic people can utter,” he wrote. He highlighted a major peace mission he led in January 2021 at Sabon Garin Yadi forest in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Gumi was accompanied by the then Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, representing the Inspector-General of Police. During the mission, over 600 armed bandits and their commanders attended meetings aimed at persuading them to surrender their weapons, embrace dialogue, and halt attacks on communities. “This meeting was part of a peace initiative where we preached to over 600 bandits and their commanders, who agreed to lay down their arms in exchange for security and basic amenities,” he said. The cleric stressed that all negotiations were conducted transparently, with the full knowledge and approval of the authorities, and remained committed to pursuing peaceful solutions to the country’s security challenges.

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Activist Mahdi Shehu Raises Alarm Over ‘Victory Parade’ by Armed Bandits in Katsina

Kamal Yalwa03 mins

Prominent activist Mahdi Shehu has sounded the alarm over what he described as a “victory parade” staged by armed bandits in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State, warning that criminal groups now operate with alarming impunity across parts of Northern Nigeria. In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Shehu said heavily armed bandits, clad in full combat uniforms, recently gathered in Bakori under the guise of a “peace deal” with a local community they had earlier subdued. He lamented that over the past decade, banditry has claimed countless lives and left hundreds of thousands killed, maimed, raped, or displaced, devastating rural economies and pushing many communities into poverty and fear. According to Shehu, many residents have been forced to submit to the bandits’ authority just to survive, agreeing to their conditions to gain temporary safety, access farmlands, or carry out basic trade in local markets. “The bandits have effectively carved out their own state within a state, where their rules override those of the government,” Shehu wrote. He further warned that similar patterns of control and coercion are now evident in several other parts of Northern Nigeria, where state presence is weak and local populations are left vulnerable. The activist’s revelations have sparked widespread concern online, with many Nigerians expressing outrage over the deepening insecurity and the growing influence of non-state armed groups in rural communities. Observers say the situation underscores the urgent need for stronger security operations, community resilience programs, and sustained government intervention to reclaim territories under bandit control.

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Tension in Kogi West as Bandits Lay Siege on Yoruba-Speaking Communities

Kamal Yalwa03 mins

By Trend Brio News| October 12, 2025 KOGI STATE, Nigeria – Fear and uncertainty have gripped the Kogi West Senatorial District, the Yoruba-speaking region of Kogi State, as escalating bandit attacks continue to terrorize residents across the area’s seven local government areas. Once known for its peaceful, agrarian communities, the region has become a hotspot of insecurity, with villagers abandoning their homes and farmlands in droves. Those who remain live in constant fear, unable to farm or move freely as armed gangs launch frequent assaults on settlements. According to local sources, numerous lives have been lost, including those of policemen and vigilante members, in recent attacks. The bandits, believed to have migrated from parts of the North-West and North-Central regions, are said to be operating from dense forest hideouts where they plan kidnappings and raids on travelers and farmers. “The forests that once gave us food and peace are now where death lives,” lamented a resident of Kabba, who described how entire communities have been forced to relocate. Poor Roads Fuel Insecurity The deteriorating infrastructure in Kogi West has worsened the crisis. Key roads, such as the Ilorin–Omuaran–Kabba Highway, have reportedly collapsed after years of neglect by both state and federal authorities, leaving several communities inaccessible and vulnerable to criminal activities. Only a handful of towns—mainly local government headquarters—have paved roads, making it nearly impossible for security forces to respond quickly to distress calls or patrol remote areas. A Region in Distress For many locals, the insecurity is only the latest chapter in a long history of government neglect. Despite the region’s contributions to agriculture and commerce, residents say they have been marginalized in infrastructure and development projects. “Our people can no longer go to the farm or market without fear,” said a community leader. “We have been forgotten by those in power.” As the situation worsens, calls are growing for urgent government intervention, including improved road access, better policing, and coordinated security operations to reclaim the forests and restore peace to the embattled region.

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Appreciation Message from Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi (Rtd)

No One is Safe: Even Generals Must Pay Bandits for Freedom

Fola Badmus03 mins

Appreciation Message from Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi (Rtd)Dated: 4th April 2025 On behalf of Brigadier General M.I. Tsiga, friends, colleagues, and associates, I, Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi (Rtd), wish to express our deepest gratitude to all who stood by us during a most distressing period—the abduction and eventual release of General M.I. Tsiga. General Tsiga was forcibly taken from his residence in Tsiga Town, Bakori LGA, Katsina State, on the 5th of February 2025. From the moment we received the shocking news, Major General L.B. Bunza and I began collaborating closely to ensure his safe return. On the 9th of February 2025, we established a WhatsApp platform simply named “TSIGA” to keep the public informed and to mobilize support for the cause. When the abductors eventually demanded a ransom of ₦400,000,000, we made the difficult decision to appeal for donations through the platform. The response was nothing short of extraordinary. Over 300 patriotic Nigerians comprising retired and serving military officers, academics, ambassadors, businesspeople, and civilians from every walk of liferallied together in solidarity. To ensure full transparency and accountability, we agreed that all donations should be sent directly to General Tsiga’s Unity Bank account, which was promptly shared by his son, Kamal. Initially, I provided updates on incoming donations, but due to valid security concerns raised by some members, we halted public updates while maintaining accurate internal records. Between 22nd February and 15th March 2025, the generous outpouring of support reinforced one powerful truth: Together, we can. On behalf of General Tsiga and his family, I thank each and every one of you for your financial, moral, and spiritual support. Your compassion and unity were instrumental in securing his safe release. As I write this, on 4th April 2025, I feel a profound sense of fulfillment. Our collective effort has achieved its goal—General M.I. Tsiga is free. Thank you all. May God bless and protect you and your families. Signed:Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi (Rtd)4 April 2025

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