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Federal Government Warns Of Potential Attacks On Schools In 14 States And FCT

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Federal Government Warns Of Potential Attacks On Schools In 14 States And FCT....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Federal Government has raised alarm over the vulnerability of schools in 14 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to attacks by bandits and insurgents. The National Coordinator of Financing Safe Schools in Nigeria, Hajia Halima Iliya, confirmed this information, stating that data on at-risk schools had been collected for necessary intervention…….CONTINUE READING

Although the specific states were not disclosed by Iliya, the Commander of the National Safe Schools Response Coordination Centre, Hammed Abodunrin, revealed that they included Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Benue, Yobe, Katsina, FCT, Kebbi, Sokoto, Plateau, Zamfara, and three others.

The recent surge in abductions underscores the severity of the situation, with no fewer than 465 pupils, teachers, and women currently held captive by their abductors.

In response to these incidents, the Safe Schools Initiative (SSI) was launched as a collaborative effort between the Federal Government, private sector leaders, and international partners to enhance the security of schools across the country. The initiative includes various interventions aimed at protecting schools and at-risk populations.

Several states have already taken steps to implement the SSI, including allocating funds in their budgets for school security measures. Additionally, security personnel have undergone training, and equipment has been commissioned for deployment to enhance security operations.

Despite these efforts, attacks continue to occur in vulnerable communities, with bandits targeting soft targets and exploiting communication challenges to carry out their operations. To address these challenges, the government is intensifying awareness campaigns, enhancing community engagement, and providing training on personal safety and protection for students and teachers.

Furthermore, state governments are collaborating with security agencies to strengthen school security measures, including perimeter fencing and increased security presence.

While the government is taking proactive measures to address the security situation, challenges remain, particularly in remote and vulnerable communities. Efforts are underway to extend security coverage to these areas and enhance cooperation with regional and international partners to counter the threat posed by bandits and insurgents.

In the face of escalating attacks, the government is committed to ensuring the safety and security of schools and communities across the country. Collaboration, awareness, and proactive measures are key to mitigating the risk of attacks and safeguarding the lives of students, teachers, and residents in vulnerable areas.

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“SHE DIED IN HIS ARMS!” – ENUGU MAN ARRESTED IN SHOCKING ALLEGED MURDER OF HIS GIRLFRIEND.

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The Enugu State Police Command has arrested 30-year-old Okpara Emmanuel in connection with the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Chinyere.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The suspect, a resident of Olympic Layout, One-Day, Enugu, was apprehended by operatives from the Awkunanaw Police Division after being rescued from an angry mob.

Key details of the tragic incident include:

  • Discovery of the Crime: According to police spokesperson SP Daniel Ndukwe, Emmanuel allegedly killed Chinyere on September 19 following an argument. He then wrapped her body in nylon and concealed it inside his apartment’s toilet.

  • Neighbours’ Intervention: The decomposing body’s foul odour eventually alerted neighbours, who forced their way into the apartment and detained the suspect before authorities arrived.

  • Suspect’s Confession: During preliminary interrogations, Emmanuel reportedly confessed that the fatal dispute stemmed from an argument over who infected each other with HIV, during which he allegedly struck her on the head with a pestle.

  • Next Steps: The victim’s remains have been moved to a mortuary for an autopsy and preservation, while the State Criminal Investigation Department—under the directive of Commissioner of Police Mamman Bitrus Giwa—has launched a full investigation for prosecution.

  • Police Advice: Authorities have urged members of the public, especially young women, to exercise caution and always inform trusted friends or family of their whereabouts when visiting others.

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Disguised Evil: Police Nab ‘Fake Okada Rider’ Terrorizing Bauchi In Shocking Spree Of Kidnapping, Rape, And Robbery!.

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The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended a 53-year-old resident of Igbo Quarters, Bauchi, named Gambo Hassan (also known as “Anahaka”), on allegations of involvement in kidnapping, rape, armed robbery, and the unlawful possession of weapons within the Bauchi metropolis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Operatives from the ‘B’ Division, GRA, arrested Hassan around 8:45 p.m. on September 11, 2026, during a routine patrol on Adamu Jumba Road. According to police reports, the suspect allegedly operated as a fake commercial motorcyclist during evening hours to prey on vulnerable passengers, particularly women. At the time of his arrest, he was riding a Bajaj motorcycle (registration number BAU 150G), wearing a fez cap and a black face mask, and was found in possession of a sharp knife.

Initial interrogation led the suspect to identify 15 women as victims of his alleged crimes, a number that police stated later rose to 35. Following these confessions, detectives executed a search warrant at his home and recovered numerous items believed to be proceeds of crime, including:

  • 15 assorted mobile phones

  • 3 power banks

  • 6 women’s wristwatches

  • 6 assorted native caps

  • 5 bundles of women’s wrappers

  • 3 women’s hijabs

  • ₦425,435 in cash, alongside Turkish and Kenyan currency notes

The suspect and all recovered exhibits have been moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Bauchi for further investigation and prosecution.

State Commissioner of Police Sani-Omolori Aliyu praised the officers for their vigilance, while the command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, encouraged anyone who may have fallen victim to the suspect to come forward with information to support the ongoing investigation.

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CRIME TSUNAMI: Kidnappers Pocket A Staggering ₦7.7 Billion Across The Country In Mind-Blowing Report!.

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A report by SBM Intelligence titled Economics of Nigeria’s Kidnap Industry 2026 reveals that kidnappers across Nigeria amassed a staggering ₦7.779 billion in ransoms between July 2025 and June 2026, which accounts for 34 percent of the total ₦22.856 billion demanded during that timeframe. Although total demands decreased from the previous cycle’s ₦48 billion (which was inflated by a massive ₦30 billion demand in Delta State), the proportion of actual ransom collected surged dramatically compared to the prior period’s 5.35 percent. This year’s record payments were heavily propelled by large-scale mass abductions capable of holding hundreds of victims under intense pressure.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Terrorist and insurgent factions dominated the collections, with the JAS faction and its affiliates raking in roughly ₦7 billion—accounting for about 90 percent of nationwide ransom payouts. This total was driven primarily by two massive incidents:

  • A ₦5 billion ransom reportedly paid following the April 2026 abduction of 416 people in Ngoshe, Borno State, led by commander Ali Ngulde, marking the largest single ransom payment in SBM’s database.

  • An estimated ₦2 billion payout following the November 2025 kidnapping of 315 pupils and staff members from St Mary’s School in Papiri, Niger State.

Beyond these major terrorist-linked factions, unaffiliated kidnappers and bandits collected ₦719.4 million (about nine percent of total payments), while the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) secured ₦53 million.

Geographically, Kwara State registered the highest ransom demands at ₦7.375 billion (32.3 percent of the national total, largely driven by a ₦3.52 billion demand linked to Boko Haram activity around Woro and Wawa), followed by Borno at ₦5.698 billion and Kaduna at ₦1.459 billion. However, when looking at actual payouts, Borno led the country with ₦5.0545 billion collected, trailed by Niger (₦2 billion), Kwara (₦278.3 million), Kaduna (₦64 million), and Sokoto (₦58 million), with these five states alone accounting for 95.8 percent of nationwide ransom collections. Conversely, states like Kebbi, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Sokoto, and Imo saw much lower demands, and minimal payouts—such as ₦70,000 in Cross River or ₦100,000 in Bauchi—often represented token settlements or arrangements finalized with supplies and food rather than large cash sums.

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