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An attack on the Mbalom community in Benue State’s Gwer East Local Government Area on Easter Sunday resulted in the deaths of at least 17 people. The assailants reportedly opened fire on residents and set homes ablaze, causing widespread displacement.
This analysis explores the escalating threat of terrorism in Nigeria, examining its ideological underpinnings and expanding reach beyond the North-East, including potential new frontiers like Kwara State. The piece highlights how terrorism differs from banditry and kidnapping, focusing on its aim to control minds and challenge state sovereignty.
An analysis of Nigeria's economic outlook for 2026 highlights persistent challenges such as insecurity, slow reform implementation, and global economic shifts. Despite these hurdles, the article suggests that strategic management of domestic factors and global engagement could pave the way for inclusive growth.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has encouraged Nigerian Army personnel not to be discouraged by public criticism, urging them to focus on their professional duties. He made these remarks during an Easter luncheon for the Joint Task Force-Operation Enduring Peace in Jos.
Bandits have reportedly abducted nine people and injured two others in the Chacho community of Sokoto State's Wurno Local Government Area. The incident occurred late Wednesday night when the attackers breached the village.
Armed assailants have abducted a total of ten people, comprising seven members of a single family and three neighbours, from the Unguwar Sabon-Titi community in Kaduna State. The incident occurred on Thursday night, April 2, 2026, in the Katari-Hayin Dam area.
A violent incident on Good Friday in Nyamgo Gyel, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State has resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left one person wounded. This attack, occurring just 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu's visit to the region, has amplified concerns about escalating insecurity.
American Christian missionary Alex Barbir has condemned President Tinubu in the wake of a terrorist attack that resulted in the deaths of ten individuals in Plateau State. The incident occurred on March 29 in the Anguwan Rukuba community, prompting the state government to declare a state of emergency.
A Nigerian man has shared a video alleging that the community of Omupo in Kwara State has been abandoned due to ongoing terrorist threats. The footage reveals empty streets and significant fears among residents who have reportedly left their homes for safety.
In Kaduna State, an unknown man was killed by suspected phone snatchers on Saturday evening. The incident occurred as the victim attempted to board a commercial tricycle at Kawo Bridge.
Banditry poses a significant threat to Nigeria’s agricultural integrity, resulting in a gradual decline of rural livelihoods. The nation’s inability to secure its agricultural lands jeopardizes its future sustainability.
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for its perceived inability to tackle the nation's escalating insecurity. He made these remarks during the ADC's 2nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, where he also outlined the party's commitment to offering a viable alternative.
The turmoil within the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) is perceived as reflective of a larger erosion of lawful governance, raising concerns over institutional integrity and mounting insecurity.
Vice President Kashim Shettima expressed optimism that Nigeria is nearing the end of its security challenges, stating that President Bola Tinubu is committed to sustaining peace nationwide. He made these remarks in Zamfara State while welcoming Governor Dauda Lawal to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Abdulillahi Yakassai, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North-West), has disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is experiencing significant stress due to the ongoing insecurity challenges in Nigeria.
