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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bandits have taken over ungoverned spaces, says Bauchi gov

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has warned that armed bandits are increasingly occupying ungoverned areas in the state, leading to heightened insecurity and the need for urgent federal intervention.

Feb 28 • 00:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest four over bandit scare in Osun community

Four individuals have been arrested in Osun State, Nigeria, following a public panic caused by a concerning inscription that suggested the presence of bandits.

Feb 27 • 21:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Explosives scare on Zamfara highway leaves motorists stranded

A bomb scare on the Gusau-Tsafe-Funtua road in Zamfara, Nigeria, caused significant distress to motorists, leading many to abandon their vehicles in fear of potential dangers.

Feb 27 • 15:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

A million-dollar loot, handbags, jewelry and luxury watches: a gang that assaulted villas with the owners inside has been caught

A criminal gang that terrorized affluent neighborhoods in Spain and made off with over 1.5 million euros in luxury goods has been apprehended by police across multiple countries.

Feb 26 • 19:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

IED explosion rocks Zamfara highway, trailer damaged

An IED explosion on the Gusau–Funtua highway in Zamfara State damaged a trailer but resulted in no casualties, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.

Feb 25 • 16:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Of Rascals and Bandits

The article discusses the themes of corruption and exhibitionism in the age of transparency in Argentina.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: 'Disease Hits Bandits' Camps in Niger, Zamfara'

A disease outbreak in Niger and Zamfara states is significantly impacting bandits' camps, exacerbating their living conditions and operational capabilities.

Feb 23 • 18:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police foil Lakurawa bandits’ midnight attack in Kebbi

The Kebbi State Police successfully repelled a late-night attack by suspected bandits, ensuring no casualties were reported.

Feb 22 • 00:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Nigeria: at least 38 people killed in a village in the northwest by armed men

At least 38 people were killed by armed men in the village of Dutse Dan Ajiya in northwestern Nigeria's Zamfara state.

Feb 21 • 12:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

"Indiscriminate" attack in Nigeria – many dead

An indiscriminate attack in northwest Nigeria has reportedly left at least 40 people dead as armed bandits besieged a remote village.

Feb 21 • 12:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kebbi pledges stronger border security

The Kebbi State Government has pledged to enhance security measures along its borders to protect communities following recent attacks from armed bandits.

Feb 21 • 00:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Night of terror in Zamfara

Zamfara State mourns the loss of at least 50 residents killed by armed bandits in a horrific attack on Dutsin Dan Ajiya village.

Feb 21 • 00:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kebbi pledges stronger security after border attacks

The Kebbi State Government has pledged to enhance security in vulnerable border communities following recent attacks.

Feb 20 • 19:44 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Gunmen kill dozens in Nigeria

Armed Islamist bandits attacked communities in Kebbi state, Nigeria, resulting in at least 34 fatalities during coordinated raids.

Feb 20 • 10:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Bandits Kill Monarch in Ondo, Police Launch Manhunt

Suspected bandits killed the traditional ruler of the Agamo community in Ondo State during a failed kidnapping attempt, prompting a police manhunt.

Feb 19 • 10:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bandits kill Ondo monarch

The traditional ruler of Agamọ Community in Ondo State, Oba Kehinde Falodun, was killed by suspected bandits while attempting to resist abduction.

Feb 19 • 10:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police foil bandits’ attack, kill two suspects in Katsina

Katsina State police successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Dandume, leading to the deaths of two suspects and the tragic killing of one civilian.

Feb 18 • 22:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Six travellers abducted on Benue road

Suspected bandits abducted six travelers along the Naka–Makurdi road in Benue State, demanding a ransom for their release.

Feb 18 • 00:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police kill bandits, arrest 17 in Kaduna raids

The Kaduna State Police have killed several bandits and arrested 17 suspects during a raid targeting criminal hideouts in various local government areas.

Feb 17 • 21:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Six travellers feared abducted in Benue

At least six travelers have been reportedly abducted by suspected bandits along the Naka–Makurdi road in Benue State, Nigeria.

Feb 17 • 17:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bandits kill two, burn LG chair’s vehicle in Kaduna attack

Two residents were killed, and the official vehicle of the Chairman of Kajuru Local Government Area was burned during a bandit attack in Kaduna State, Nigeria.

Feb 17 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JUST IN: Bandits kill two, burn Kaduna LG chair’s vehicle during burial

Suspected bandits attacked the Ugom community in Kaduna State, killing two people and burning the local government chairman's official vehicle during a burial ceremony.

Feb 16 • 21:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Bloodbath As Bandits Kill 32 Farmers, Abduct Others, Set Houses Ablaze in Niger

A series of violent attacks by bandits in Niger State, Nigeria, left 32 farmers dead and several others abducted, while properties were set ablaze in multiple communities.

Feb 16 • 08:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Kaunas mafia leaders had to flee even from former friends: the bandits' wars crossed state borders

The article discusses the challenges faced by leaders of the Kaunas mafia as they confront violence from former allies and rival organizations.

Feb 15 • 18:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

ADC criticizes Tinubu's Argungu trip, says bandits are terrorizing Kwara

The African Democratic Congress has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the Argungu Fishing Festival as insensitive amid escalating insecurity in Kwara State.

Feb 15 • 17:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Four feared kidnapped in fresh attack on Kwara community

Suspected bandits have kidnapped four residents in an attack on the Kakafu community in Kwara State, Nigeria, during a midnight raid.

Feb 15 • 12:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Northern Nigeria Shaken Again, Attackers Kill 30 People

In a recent violent outbreak in North-West Nigeria, attackers have killed at least 30 people in several villages.

Feb 15 • 04:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Assailants kill at least 30 in northwest Nigeria villages, residents say

Armed assailants killed at least 30 people in three villages in northwest Nigeria's Niger State, with increasing violence attributed to bandits affecting local communities.

Feb 14 • 18:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

14 abducted, seven killed in renewed Benue attacks

In renewed attacks in Benue State, Nigeria, suspected bandits abducted 14 passengers and killed seven individuals across separate incidents.

Feb 11 • 00:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police recover 554 stolen animals, weapons in Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command reported the recovery of 554 stolen animals and weapons following a clash with bandits in Kafur Local Government Area.

Feb 10 • 20:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Again, bandits abduct 14 passengers, kill two in Benue

Suspected bandits have kidnapped 14 passengers in Benue State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two individuals during the attack.

Feb 10 • 15:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Crime & Justice

A powerful group of pseudo-fans attacked a sports hall. The minister speaks of "bandits"

A violent confrontation occurred in Kościerzyna, Poland, when a group of pseudo-fans stormed a sports hall during a martial arts training session, resulting in injuries and multiple arrests.

Feb 10 • 08:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nine worshipers abducted during vigil in Benue church

Nine worshipers were abducted by suspected bandits during a vigil at a church in Benue State, Nigeria.

Feb 10 • 06:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Abduction of seven sparks protest in Kaduna community

Residents in Kaduna, Nigeria, protested against recurring kidnappings after seven people were abducted by suspected bandits.

Feb 10 • 06:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Movie-style robbery in southern Italy of an armored van on a road full of cars

A group of criminals executed a dramatic robbery of an armored van in southern Italy, resulting in a police chase and the arrest of two bandits.

Feb 9 • 20:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bandits abduct nine worshipers in Benue

Nine worshipers were abducted during a night vigil at St. John’s Catholic Church in Benue State, Nigeria, by suspected bandits.

Feb 9 • 16:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Residents protest as bandits abduct seven in fresh Kaduna attack

Residents in Kaduna, Nigeria protested against recurring kidnappings after seven individuals were abducted by bandits in a recent attack.

Feb 9 • 13:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

One killed in fresh Kwara border community attack

A recent attack by suspected bandits in the Koro community of Kwara State resulted in one death and caused panic among residents.

Feb 9 • 00:16 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kaduna cleric commiserates with Kwara community over bandits attack

Apostle Emmanuel Kure expresses condolences and solidarity with a Kwara community affected by a recent bandit attack that resulted in loss of life.

Feb 8 • 18:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kogi orders closure of markets, motor parks over insecurity

The Kogi State Government has temporarily closed selected markets and motor parks in response to security threats from terrorists and bandits.

Feb 8 • 10:07 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bandits kill three, kidnap Catholic priest, imam, others

In Kaduna State, Nigeria, suspected bandits killed three individuals and kidnapped a Catholic priest along with eleven others in a coordinated attack.

Feb 8 • 00:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police foil Lakurawa bandits’ attack in Kebbi, kill suspect

The Kebbi State Police Command, along with military support, successfully thwarted a cattle-rustling attack by bandits in Nigeria, resulting in the death of one suspect.

Feb 7 • 20:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Bandits burn 11 houses in Benue, security forces repel attack

Security forces successfully repelled an attack by suspected bandits on Anwase village in Benue State, despite significant property damage.

Feb 7 • 14:21 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Eight Arrested As Security Operatives Dismantle Bandits' Hideouts in Kogi

Eight suspected criminals, including informants, have been arrested by security operatives in Kogi State as part of ongoing operations to dismantle bandit hideouts.

Feb 6 • 15:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Five criminals die in confrontation with police in Ceará

A confrontation between military police and criminals in Monsenhor Tabosa, Ceará, resulted in the deaths of five bandits and the arrest of others, along with the seizure of firearms and explosives.

Feb 6 • 11:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Sani Receives All Freed 172 Worshippers in Kaduna Church Abductions

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani welcomed the complete return of 172 Christian worshippers who were abducted by bandits during attacks on three churches in January.

Feb 6 • 11:13 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Sani Receives All Freed 172 Worshippers in Kaduna Church Abductions

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani welcomed back the 172 Christian worshippers freed from abduction by bandits during attacks on three churches in Kajuru Local Government Area.

Feb 6 • 11:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Kaduna abduction: Bandits flogged crying children — Survivor

Survivors of a recent church abduction in Kaduna recounted their harrowing experiences of fear and brutality at the hands of bandits, as 183 victims were welcomed back by the state governor after their rescue.

Feb 5 • 20:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police confirm bandit attack in Kwara, vow crackdown on perpetrators

The Kwara State Police have confirmed a deadly attack by bandits in Woro Community and pledged to take action against the culprits.

Feb 5 • 15:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Bandits attacked Kwara community for 10 hours before soldiers arrived – Village head

The head of Woro community in Kwara State reported that armed bandits attacked for 10 hours before security forces responded, causing numerous casualties and destruction.

Feb 5 • 10:37 UTC

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