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Residents and motorists in Katsina State are increasingly avoiding major roads due to a significant rise in banditry incidents. This has raised concerns about the effectiveness of local peace agreements and heightened fears of renewed widespread insecurity.
Fresh attacks in Plateau State have resulted in the deaths of four people, comprising three farmers and one herder, across Barkin Ladi and Riyom Local Government Areas. The incidents occurred just days after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's visit to the state, during which he pledged to end such violence.
A violent attack by suspected Boko Haram militants occurred in Kautikari, a community within Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State, resulting in several fatalities. The tragic incident took place on March 30, 2026.
Nigeria is currently facing a troubling resurgence of terrorist and bandit attacks, resulting in significant military and civilian casualties. Recent assaults have underscored the urgent need for enhanced military strategies and intelligence operations.
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed concern about the increasing number of attacks on both soldiers and civilians, asserting that the government's current security measures are failing.
In the wake of recent Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates, reports indicate that several Nigerians were among those injured. The UAE Ministry confirmed that 141 foreign nationals experienced various injuries during the attacks.
Iran's Deputy Health Minister states that over 1,200 individuals, primarily civilians, have died due to ongoing attacks from the US and Israel, with significant injuries reported. The country’s healthcare infrastructure has also been severely impacted.
In a tragic incident, two police officers were killed during an attack by suspected bandits at a checkpoint in Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The assailants opened fire indiscriminately before fleeing the scene.
Security analyst Bakatsine has revealed photographs of some girls abducted by armed bandits in Agwara, a locality in Niger State. The attack involved the burning of a police station and the kidnapping of at least five individuals.
A primary school teacher and his wife were fatally shot by gunmen believed to be herders during a nighttime assault in Asase Ugbede, Naka, Gwer West Local Government Area. Eyewitnesses report that the attack occurred close to a military checkpoint.
The Nigerian federal administration is set to prosecute suspects connected to the deadly assault on the Yelwata community in Benue State, which claimed many lives. The arraignment is scheduled to take place on February 2, 2026.
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