ISWAP terrorists attack Borno travelers, kidnap one
Terrorists suspected to be members of the Islamic State of West Africa Province, ISWAP, have attacked a commercial vehicle along the Maiduguri-Banki road in Borno State. One person was injured, while the driver of the vehicle was abducted during the attack. A counter-insurgency expert for Lake Chad, Zagzola Makama, said the attack occurred on February […]
Ex-NYSC DG Regains Freedom After 22 Days In Bandits’ Net
A former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Maharazu Tsiga on Friday regained freedom from his kidnappers after spending 22 days in captivity. A source confirmed to Channels Television on Friday night that Tsiga has been released. He said General Tsiga is receiving medical attention at an undisclosed hospital for security reasons. The […]
Police arrest two more suspects in Plateau attempted kidnapping case
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested two more suspects linked to Tuesday’s attempted abduction on Little Rayfield Road, Jos, which resulted in the deaths of two police officers.The newly arrested suspects, Abubakar Mohammed and Ahmed Musa, were found in possession of the AK-47 rifle stolen from the slain officers during the attack. Confirming the […]
Delta: Police Rescue Five Kidnapped Worshippers, Recover N1.3 Million Ransom
The Delta State Police Command has rescued five abducted worshippers following a raid on the kidnappers’ hideout in Ubuluku Forest. The police also recovered N1.3 million, believed to be ransom money, during the operation. The pastor of the church was shot and is still receiving treatment in the hospital, while the victims, members of Elyon […]
Notorious bandit, Abu Radde surrenders in Katsina
A notorious bandit leader, Abu Radde and his fighters have surrendered to security forces in Katsina State. Radde also released 10 kidnapped victims as part of a peace accord facilitated by security agencies and local authorities. This was disclosed by counter-insurgency expert for Lake Chad, Zagzola Makama. Makama said bandits including “Radde, Audu Lankai, Ori, […]
