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Kidnappers Seize Two Farmers in Ondo, Seek N100 Million Ransom
Two farmers were kidnapped in the Parubber community of Ondo State by armed men who are now demanding a N100 million ransom for their release.
August 7, 2026
Violent reprisal in Kogi state leaves 8 dead
A retaliatory attack in Lokoja Local Government Area, Kogi State, has resulted in eight deaths following the killing of an unarmed herder by a local vigilante.
August 7, 2026
Sokoto military operation results in arrests and recovery of stolen cattle
Operation FANSAN YAMMA troops arrested four suspected Lakurawa members and recovered stolen livestock along with cash during an intelligence-led raid in Sokoto.
August 7, 2026
Borno Ambush: Soldiers Foil Boko Haram Extortion Attempt
Troops from the 226 Battalion successfully ambushed Boko Haram members collecting illegal taxes in Borno State, recovering weapons and ammunition with no military casualties.
August 7, 2026
Nigerian Army Captures Four Lakurawa Terrorists at Sokoto Market
Nigerian Army troops apprehended four Lakurawa terrorist suspects attempting to sell stolen livestock at a market in Sokoto State.
August 7, 2026
Police leadership gears up for state-level integration amid reform discussions
Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun confirms the police force is preparing for state-level policing as part of a national reform agenda discussed at a NIPS workshop.
August 6, 2026
Nigerian military dismantles ISWAP camps in Yobe
Military forces in Yobe State have launched a successful operation to clear ISWAP fighters who fled from the Lake Chad region to establish new camps in Gujba.
August 6, 2026
Police Service Commission transfers 50,000 recruits for training
The Police Service Commission has officially handed over 50,000 new recruits to the Nigeria Police Force for upcoming training following a transparent selection process.
August 6, 2026
President Tinubu Praises Rescue of 308 Kidnapped Citizens and Calls for Enhanced Security Alerts
President Bola Tinubu has hailed the successful rescue of 308 kidnap victims in Kwara and Niger states while mandating the implementation of more robust early warning systems to curb future violence.
August 6, 2026
Adamawa Governor Promises Swift Land Documentation for New Army Division
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has vowed to expedite the Certificate of Occupancy for the Nigerian Army’s 10 Division to ensure the timely construction of its new facilities in Adamawa State.
August 6, 2026