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Banditry
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Experts Warn of Rising Sophistication Among Armed Groups in Nigeria’s North-West
Allegations that bandit leader Bello Turji has accessed sophisticated weapons and formed alliances with insurgents have triggered alarms regarding the growing capability of criminal networks in Nigeria.
Military Forces Eliminate Two Bandits and Apprehend Four Others in Kaduna Operations
Military forces in Kaduna state neutralized two bandits, arrested four suspects, and recovered stolen livestock and intelligence materials during a series of tactical operations conducted on June 20 and 21.
Sheikh Gumi claims mediation with bandits is no longer viable
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has announced that he and other religious leaders will cease negotiations with bandits, criticizing the Nigerian government's decision to label them as terrorists.
Military Forces Neutralize Two Bandits and Capture Seven Suspects in Kaduna and Zamfara
Operation FANSAN YAMMA forces killed two bandits in Kaduna and apprehended seven terror suspects across Kaduna and Zamfara during recent security operations.
Former NYSC Chief Claims Powerful Figures Support Banditry
Retired Brig-Gen Maharazu Tsiga claims that bandits operating in Nigeria receive protection and assistance from influential individuals currently in government roles.
Ten kidnapped as armed group destroys Emir of Yashikira’s palace
Armed bandits raided the palace of the Emir of Yashikira in Kwara State, setting it on fire and abducting ten people, including members of the ruler's family.
Chaos in Oyo: Families Rush to Pull Children from School Amid Bandit Rumors
Parents forcefully removed their children from Ijeru Baptist Basic School in Oyo State following widespread but unverified rumors of a local bandit attack.