Several residents have reportedly been killed after suspected militia members attacked communities in Jwak Maitumbi, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The attack took place in the early hours of Sunday and caused extensive damage to homes and farmland. About 45 residential buildings were reportedly destroyed, while attackers also looted valuables and damaged crops.

The incident was reported at about 7:45am, according to counter-insurgency publication Zagazola Makama. Security personnel were later deployed to the affected community.

Residents flee after attack

A military security source told the publication that troops found about 45 houses destroyed when they arrived at the scene.

The attackers reportedly took valuables from residents before leaving the area. Several people were also said to have suffered gunshot wounds, while some victims were reportedly killed during the assault.

The violence forced many residents to leave their homes. Women, children and elderly people reportedly fled the community as they searched for safer locations.

The attack also affected agricultural activities in the area. According to reports, the assailants entered farms belonging to Fulani residents and allegedly destroyed large quantities of crops with cutlasses.

The destruction of homes and farmland has added to concerns about the wider impact of insecurity on rural communities. Beyond the immediate loss of lives, attacks of this nature can leave displaced families without shelter, food supplies or access to their sources of income.

Military moves to prevent reprisal

Following the attack, troops reportedly summoned the Galadima and youth leader of Jwak Maitumbi.

The community leaders were asked to cooperate with security agencies and assist efforts to identify those responsible for the violence.

The military’s engagement is aimed at preventing the situation from developing into further conflict. Security concerns remain high because attacks on homes and farms can increase tensions between neighbouring communities.

Plateau State has experienced repeated episodes of communal violence. Previous incidents have sometimes led to retaliatory attacks, resulting in further deaths, destruction of property and displacement.

Zagazola Makama warned that the latest incident could create conditions for revenge attacks if those responsible are not identified and held accountable.

The publication said a failure to establish responsibility could also increase feelings of injustice and encourage affected communities to seek their own form of retaliation.

Security presence increased

Troops have reportedly maintained a presence around the affected area while working with community and traditional leaders.

The engagement is intended to reduce tensions, support the restoration of calm and prevent further violence.

For residents who have been displaced, however, the destruction of homes and farmland creates an immediate humanitarian challenge. Families who lost their houses may require temporary shelter, while farmers whose crops were destroyed could face difficulties restoring their livelihoods.

The latest incident has renewed concerns about security in parts of Mangu Local Government Area and the ability of vulnerable communities to protect their homes, farms and livelihoods.

Beyond the security response, the destruction highlights the close link between conflict, housing and community stability. When violence forces families from their homes and destroys productive farmland, recovery can become much harder and displacement can persist long after the immediate attack ends.

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No fewer than 37 students are still missing following Monday’s terrorist attack on Government Day Secondary School, Lassa, in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, parents of the affected children have said.

The attack occurred while students were writing the National Examinations Council (NECO) examination, leaving two teachers dead and several students abducted.

Earlier, the Acting Military Information Officer of the North-East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, Capt. Muhammed Goni, disclosed that troops, supported by air assets, rescued 10 victims unhurt during a rescue operation.

He also confirmed that a soldier and a member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) were killed while engaging the attackers in the Daggu area of the local government.

However, parents of the students said many children remain unaccounted for despite the rescue efforts.

One of the parents, Mr. Mbula Bura, whose 19-year-old daughter, Esther, was abducted during the attack, said the Borno State Government had opened a register for families to report missing persons.

According to him, 37 students have so far been officially registered as missing.

“Parents who could not find their children were invited to come and register. I discovered that 37 names have been registered so far as missing. My 19-year-old daughter, Esther Mbula, is still missing. She is in SS2,” he said.

Another parent, Emmanuel Dari, said his 16-year-old daughter, Lucy Emmanuel, who is also in SS2, was among those abducted from the classroom.

“My daughter was in the classroom when the terrorists took them away. Since yesterday, we have not been able to sleep.

“When I heard about the attack, we were confused. Later, I became happy when I heard about the rescue. However, when I got there, neither my daughter nor many other parents’ children could be found,” he said.

Dari disclosed that a delegation from the Borno State Government, led by the Commissioner for Education, Lawan Wakilbe, visited the community to assess the situation and meet with affected families.

“The state Commissioner for Education is currently here. They came to see us and assess the situation,” he added.

A resident of Lassa, Bitrus Milnda, also confirmed that two of his relatives were among those abducted during the attack.

“Two victims, both related to me on my mother’s side, were abducted. Their names are Martha Wajau and Abori Ujulu. They are both in SS1,” he said.

The attack has thrown the community into panic, with families anxiously awaiting news about their missing children.

Efforts to obtain an official update from the Borno State Government were unsuccessful, as the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Usman Tar, could not be reached for comments as of the time of filing this report.

The incident has renewed concerns over the safety of schools in the North-East and the continued threat posed by terrorist groups operating in the region.

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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has disclosed that schoolchildren and teachers abducted by suspected bandits in Oriire Local Government Area of the state are still being held within the Old Oyo National Park, nearly a month after their abduction.

Makinde made the revelation in his Newsletter No. 140 released on Friday, assuring residents that security agencies were intensifying efforts to secure the victims’ safe release.

According to the governor, it has been 27 days since the students and teachers were kidnapped from their schools in Yawota and Ahoro-Esinle communities, leaving families and communities in anxiety and uncertainty.

The victims were abducted during coordinated attacks on Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, Community Grammar School and L.A. Primary School, Esiele, on May 15, 2026.

Makinde acknowledged the emotional toll the incident has taken on affected families, stating that while the government had repeatedly assured residents of ongoing rescue efforts, he understood the pain of waiting for the victims’ return.

He reiterated the state’s commitment to rescuing the abductees, stressing that security agencies were pursuing every credible lead.

“Every credible lead is being pursued and every lawful measure is being deployed to secure the safe release of the abductees,” the governor said.

Makinde revealed that intelligence reports indicate the victims are being held somewhere within the wider Old Oyo National Park axis.

According to him, the park spans about 2,500 square kilometres across parts of 10 local government areas in Oyo State, making rescue operations particularly challenging.

“Intelligence reports indicate that the victims are still being held within the wider Old Oyo National Park axis, a vast expanse covering approximately 2,500 square kilometres across parts of ten local government areas in Oyo State.

“The size and difficult terrain of the area pose significant operational challenges for security personnel, requiring patience, strategic coordination and sustained efforts to ensure a successful rescue operation,” he stated.

The governor appealed to residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or activities through the state’s toll-free Citizens Enquiry Number, 615.

He assured citizens that all credible information received would be acted upon promptly by relevant security agencies.

Makinde also warned against the spread of unverified reports concerning the abduction, noting that misinformation could undermine ongoing rescue operations.

He urged residents to continue supporting security agencies with useful intelligence while keeping the abducted students and teachers in their prayers as efforts to secure their release continue.

The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the victims are safely reunited with their families and communities.

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Residents of Fowowawo, Ajerogun and Magbon-Etido communities in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State have reportedly fled their homes following a failed kidnap attempt that resulted in the deaths of at least six people.

The incident, which occurred on Monday at a dredging site in the area, has left the communities gripped by fear, with many residents abandoning their homes over concerns of possible fresh attacks.

A visit to the affected communities on Wednesday showed that several houses and shops were locked, while commercial and social activities had significantly declined.

The Ogun State Police Command had earlier confirmed that suspected kidnappers invaded the dredging site in an attempt to abduct a Chinese national. The operation, however, failed after security operatives engaged the attackers.

According to the police, the attack led to the deaths of a soldier, a local hunter and four other persons. The command also disclosed that one of the suspected kidnappers was killed during a gun battle with security operatives.

Residents who remained in the communities expressed fears that the attackers could return, citing a similar kidnapping incident that occurred about three years ago.

One resident, who claimed to be among the local hunters that responded to the attack, said the gunmen ambushed community security volunteers who initially believed they were responding to a fight among workers at the dredging site.

“We were informed that some boys were fighting, and our Baale called us to go there. When we got there, we were in the midst of the kidnappers, but we didn’t know they were kidnappers,” he said.

According to him, the attackers opened fire after local hunters attempted to identify their positions, resulting in casualties and forcing others to flee.

He lamented the delayed arrival of security reinforcements and noted that kidnappers had previously used nearby waterways as escape routes during earlier attacks.

The Baale of Ajerogun Community, Nurudeen Salisu, said the attackers appeared to be targeting a Chinese national working at the dredging site.

He explained that the presence of soldiers providing security at the facility may have triggered the violent confrontation.

“It was a Chinese man who joined them at the dredging site about a year ago who was the target of the kidnappers. When they saw the soldiers, that was why they attacked,” he said.

Salisu alleged that the gunmen killed a soldier, injured another and abducted four persons before fleeing.

According to him, local security volunteers from neighbouring communities attempted to intercept the kidnappers, leading to another deadly confrontation that claimed additional lives.

He further disclosed that one of the abducted victims later escaped and identified the attackers as suspected Fulani gunmen.

The community leader commended the efforts of security agencies but expressed concern over inadequate equipment and poor road infrastructure, which he said hampered emergency response.

“The police, army and other security agencies have tried their best. But the first set of policemen that arrived were not adequately armed, and the bad road also delayed response,” he said.

Another resident and Chairman of the Agbekoya group in Fowowawo Community, Musbau Adenekan, confirmed that many residents had relocated their families due to fear and uncertainty.

“This community is always full of activities from traders and dredgers, but since the incident happened, there has been panic, and some people have already left their homes,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Ogun State Police Command has assured residents that the incident is not linked to banditry and reiterated that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Security agencies have continued combing nearby forests and waterways as investigations into the attack progress.

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Armed bandits have attacked Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing three persons, including a vice principal and a six-year-old child.

The attack occurred at about 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday and sparked panic among residents while raising fresh concerns over insecurity in the area.

Confirming the incident, the Kogi State Police Command said a large group of armed bandits riding on about 40 motorcycles stormed the community and invaded the school with the suspected intention of abducting students and residents.

In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Afusat, the command said the Divisional Police Officer of Kabba ‘A’ Division immediately mobilised a joint security response after receiving distress calls from the community.

According to the statement, personnel from the police division, the Police Mobile Force, tactical teams, military personnel and local vigilantes participated in the operation.

The police said security operatives engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to retreat into nearby bushes.

“The combined security operatives engaged the hoodlums in a fierce gun duel, forcing the criminals to flee into the surrounding bush,” the statement said.

The command noted that preliminary investigations had not established any successful mass abduction of students or residents, adding that ongoing assessments were being conducted to determine the full circumstances surrounding the attack.

Police, however, confirmed that three persons lost their lives during the incident.

The victims were identified as Mr. Ganiyu Anifowose, Vice Principal of UBE Secondary/Primary School, Iluke; Mr. Sunday Jacob Alhassan, aged 70; and six-year-old Sunday Ayele.

The command further disclosed that one of the attackers was neutralised during the exchange of gunfire, while a member of the joint security team sustained gunshot injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.

Following the attack, the Commissioner of Police ordered sustained bush-combing operations and intensified confidence-building patrols across the affected communities.

The police said joint security operatives have continued intensive operations aimed at apprehending fleeing suspects and preventing further attacks in the area.

Residents were urged to remain calm and support security agencies with credible information that could aid ongoing investigations and security operations.

The command assured the public that further updates would be provided as investigations progress.

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The Oyo State Government has demolished a three-bedroom bungalow allegedly used as a hideout by kidnappers linked to the abduction of the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Bayo Adelabu, and her twin sons.

The property, located in the Lako community along Aiyegun-Anaye Road in Ibadan, was pulled down on Monday by officials of the Oyo State Ministry of Public Works and Transportation in collaboration with operatives of the Nigeria Police Force.

The demolition is part of the state government’s intensified efforts to combat kidnapping and dismantle criminal networks operating across Oyo State.

The exercise was carried out under tight security, with government officials and law enforcement personnel supervising the operation. Authorities said the action underscores the government’s resolve to ensure that properties used for criminal activities do not escape the full weight of the law.

According to the government, eliminating criminal hideouts is critical to disrupting kidnapping syndicates and strengthening public confidence in the state’s security framework.

The victims, Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, were abducted on June 3 at Elewura in the Challenge area of Ibadan.

The incident generated widespread concern, prompting security agencies to launch investigations that reportedly led operatives to the suspected hideout.

Officials believe the demolished building played a role in the planning and execution of the abduction.

Security agencies have continued investigations and are working to identify and apprehend other members of the kidnapping syndicate believed to be connected to the crime.

Authorities disclosed that intelligence-led operations are ongoing across several locations as efforts continue to dismantle criminal cells involved in kidnapping and related offences.

The state government reaffirmed its commitment to tackling insecurity, warning that any property found to have been used for criminal purposes would be dealt with in accordance with the law.

It also assured residents that collaboration with security agencies would be strengthened while investments in intelligence gathering and law enforcement would continue to enhance public safety.

Investigations into the abduction remain ongoing, with security agencies expressing confidence that sustained cooperation between law enforcement authorities and local communities will aid efforts to combat kidnapping and organised crime across the state.

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Armed bandits have abducted a nine-year-old boy and destroyed two houses during a violent attack on the Igbosi area of Idogun in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The attackers reportedly stormed the community at about 1:00 a.m. on Friday, firing sporadically to scare residents before vandalising properties and kidnapping the victim, identified as Oluwatobi, the son of a local pastor, Isaac Olaosebikan.

According to sources in the community, the gunshots triggered panic among residents, forcing many to flee their homes and seek refuge in neighbouring communities.

Confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Command said the attack was reported at about 2:30 a.m. by residents of Ugbosi Quarters, Idogun.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, explained that the armed men invaded the area around 1:30 a.m., shooting indiscriminately and creating fear among residents.

According to the police, the assailants forced their way into the residence of Pastor Isaac Olaosebikan. In an attempt to save his life, the cleric escaped into a nearby bush, leaving behind his son, Master Olaosebikan Victor, who was subsequently abducted by the attackers.

Another resident, Joel Owalekan, reportedly escaped unharmed after the gunmen damaged his residence while attempting to gain access.

The police spokesperson disclosed that operatives of the Ondo State Police Command, working alongside members of the Amotekun Corps, have launched a coordinated search-and-rescue operation.

Security personnel have since combed surrounding forests and possible escape routes in a bid to rescue the kidnapped child and apprehend those responsible for the attack.

The command also confirmed that investigations have commenced, while relevant exhibits recovered from the scene are being examined to aid efforts to track down the perpetrators.

Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, has directed tactical teams, intelligence units and other security formations to intensify efforts toward the immediate rescue of the victim and the arrest of the suspects.

The police further assured residents that they are collaborating with other security agencies and local vigilante groups to ensure the kidnappers are brought to justice.

The latest attack has heightened concerns over insecurity in parts of Ondo State, particularly in communities bordering forested areas that have increasingly come under threat from kidnappers and other criminal elements.

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The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has backed calls for the construction of 3,000 new police stations across Nigeria, warning that the country’s existing security infrastructure can no longer adequately serve its growing population.

Disu stated that the Nigeria Police Force currently operates only about 2,000 police stations nationwide, a figure he described as insufficient for a country with over 200 million citizens.

He made the remarks during Infrastructure Dialogue 2026, a programme organised for entrepreneurs by Deutsche Partners Holding in Abuja.

Existing Security Infrastructure No Longer Sufficient

Represented by the Commissioner of Police in charge of Works, Obiora Oranwusi, the IGP said Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit in the security sector had reached a level that requires urgent and large-scale intervention.

He stressed that expanding security facilities would require stronger collaboration involving public-private partnerships, development finance institutions and capital market investments.

According to him, security infrastructure remains critical to national development and economic stability.

“The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission has identified the need for 3,000 new police stations, 1,000 new prisons and 170 new barracks,” he said.

Police Say Infrastructure Deficit Affects Operations

Disu explained that the shortage of police facilities directly affects operational efficiency and limits the force’s ability to effectively secure communities.

“As of today, we have only about 2,000 police stations nationwide. These deficits directly affect operational effectiveness and must be addressed through sustainable financing models,” he stated.

He noted that addressing these gaps has become increasingly important due to the country’s expanding population and security demands.

Police Repositioning for National Development

The IGP further disclosed that the Nigeria Police Force is currently undergoing strategic reforms aimed at redefining its broader role in national development.

According to him, modern policing now extends beyond responding to crimes and includes creating a stable environment that supports businesses and economic activities.

“The Police is undergoing a strategic reorientation—one that positions us as a proactive enabler of national development,” he said.

He added that creating a secure and predictable environment remains essential for investment growth and enterprise development across the country.

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The United States military has drawn up contingency plans for potential strikes in Nigeria following a directive from President Donald Trump.

According to a report by the New York Times, the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) has submitted operational options to the Department of War at the request of Secretary Pete Hegseth.

The plans include three levels of engagement — heavy, medium, and light — designed to allow for a controlled escalation of U.S. involvement.

Under the “heavy option,” the U.S. could deploy an aircraft carrier group to the Gulf of Guinea and use fighter jets or long-range bombers to strike targets in northern Nigeria. The “medium option” involves drone strikes on militant camps and convoys, while the “light option” focuses on joint operations supporting Nigerian forces against Boko Haram and other insurgent groups.

Military officials told the newspaper that the plans aim to neutralize Islamist militants, protect Christian communities, and end the prolonged insurgency in Nigeria’s north.

However, concerns have been raised about the feasibility of these plans, especially since U.S. forces vacated drone bases in Agadez and Niamey, Niger, earlier this year—facilities now occupied by Russian troops.

Last week, President Trump accused the Nigerian government of allowing the “mass slaughter” of Christians, labeling the country a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) and suspending arms sales and technical assistance to Abuja. The claim has been denied by Nigerian officials.

Trump, however, maintained that any U.S. action would be “fast, vicious, and sweet,” declaring that America would not “stand by while atrocities are happening.”

The U.S. House Appropriations Committee has backed the president’s stance, describing Nigeria as “the most dangerous nation on Earth to follow Christ” and urging stronger action against religious persecution.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s government continues to reject accusations of religiously motivated killings, insisting that ongoing insecurity stems from terrorism, banditry, and communal conflicts rather than targeted persecution.

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The Enugu State Government has demolished a bungalow in Umueze Awkunanaw, Nkanu West Local Government Area, allegedly used by kidnappers to detain victims.

The demolition followed the rescue of a kidnap victim by security operatives at the site. The prime suspect, identified as Igwenagu Ogbodo, and his gang reportedly fled with gunshot wounds during the operation.

Speaking at the scene, Nkanu West Council Chairman, John Ogbodo, praised Governor Peter Mbah for his strong stance on insecurity. He said the action aligned with the governor’s warning that any property used for criminal activities would be demolished.

“This is not the first demolition linked to kidnapping in the state,” he noted, “but the first in Nkanu West. It will serve as a clear warning to others.”

He urged community leaders and landlords to monitor residents and report suspicious individuals to security agencies, stressing that properties harbouring criminals would face the same fate.

The council boss added that the demolition reflects the government’s resolve to eliminate crime, supported by advanced technology and manpower deployed across the state.

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