The 8 Division of the Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Joint Task Force North-West (Operation Fansa Yanma) has announced that its Strike Team deployed to combat banditry and terrorism in Sokoto successfully neutralised 11 bandits and seized a significant cache of weapons. In a statement released on the Nigerian Army Headquarters’ official social media channels, the military…
Nigeria witnessed a renewed wave of violent attacks over the weekend as bandits struck communities across Kogi, Kano, Sokoto, and Kwara States, leaving deaths, multiple abductions, and widespread fear in their wake. KOGI: Pastor, Wife, Worshippers Abducted During Church Service Bandits invaded a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West LGA of Kogi State…
A bride-to-be, her bridesmaid, and eight other residents have been abducted by suspected bandits in Chacho village, Wurno Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, when armed men invaded the community and kidnapped the bride, who was preparing for her wedding scheduled later the same day. Of the…
Ten people have been confirmed dead following a boat accident in Sabon Birni LGA of Sokoto State. The victims were reportedly fleeing a looming bandit attack in Zalla Bango village when their boat capsized. Police spokesperson DSP Ahmed Rufai said the bodies were recovered and buried according to Islamic rites on Friday. Emergency agencies have…
Garin-Faji Village in Sabon-Birni LGA of Sokoto State was thrown into mourning following a tragic boat accident that occurred in the early hours of Friday, August 22, 2025. The mishap happened around 5:30 a.m. as dozens of passengers attempted to cross a local waterway. Eyewitnesses reported that the boat capsized mid-journey, plunging all occupants into…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) announced on Friday that the joint response team has confirmed the rescue of 41 people and the recovery of four bodies following the recent boat accident in Goronyo, Sokoto State. In a statement signed by the agency’s Head of Press Unit, Manzo Ezekiel, NEMA noted that the death toll…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has announced the end of its search and rescue efforts following the recent boat mishap in Sokoto State. According to Aliyu Kafindangi, Head of NEMA’s Sokoto Office, only three bodies have been recovered so far, while 25 out of over 50 passengers were rescued. More than 20 individuals remain…
Fear and uncertainty have swept through parts of Isa Local Government Area in Sokoto State following new threats from notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, who has allegedly forced residents of Bafarawa town to flee their homes. In response, the state police command has confirmed the deployment of personnel to the affected areas. Local sources report…
Bandits have killed seven people and abducted many others, including nurses in Kaduna and Sokoto states. Five people were reportedly killed and several others were kidnapped… Bandits have killed seven people and abducted many others, including nurses in Kaduna and Sokoto states. Five people were reportedly killed and several others kidnapped after bandits attacked Kallah…
