Gunmen Kill Two, Abduct Over 100 in Zamfara At least two people were killed and over 100 others, mostly women and children, abducted when armed men attacked Gamdum Mallam village in Bukkuyum LGA, Zamfara State on Saturday. Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the community on motorbikes, shooting indiscriminately, kidnapping residents, and seizing livestock before fleeing into Makakari forest. A resident lamented: “We are being treated like slaves in our own land, as if there is no government.” The attack comes as a new report by SBM Intelligence revealed that Zamfara recorded the highest number of kidnappings in Nigeria (1,203 cases) between July 2024 and June 2025. Police have yet to issue an official response. #Zamfara #SecurityCrisis #Nigeria

⚠️ Soldier Killed by Policeman Escorting Illegal Mining Truck in Bauchi A Nigerian Army officer, MWO Ali Haruna, was shot dead by Inspector Yusuf Ibrahim, a mobile policeman allegedly escorting a truck carrying illegally mined solid minerals. The incident happened on Aug 25 in Futuk, Alkaleri LGA, when troops stopped the suspicious truck at a checkpoint. After initially refusing to stop, the truck was intercepted—but the policeman reportedly opened fire, hitting Haruna in the stomach. The soldier later died in hospital. The truck driver escaped amid the chaos, while the inspector was overpowered and disarmed by soldiers. Authorities are investigating, as tensions rise between the police and military in Bauchi. #Bauchi #IllegalMining #Nigeria #SecurityCrisis #Justice

Newsbrief: Chidoka Warns Nigeria Showing Symptoms Worse Than War-Torn Nations Former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka has cautioned that Nigeria, though technically at peace, is exhibiting instability “far deeper than countries at war.” Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Chidoka compared Nigeria’s insecurity data to Gaza and Syria, warning that killings and kidnappings reveal a worsening crisis. He, alongside other prominent Nigerians, recently co-authored an open letter describing Nigeria as “bleeding,” urging government action to restore trust and unity. By Nosakhale Akhimien | Updated August 24, 2025 #NigeriaBleeding #OsitaChidoka #SecurityCrisis #LeadershipCall

Abducted Kwara Community Leader Regains Freedom After Ransom Payment Alhaji Usman Kakafu, a prominent leader in Patigi LGA of Kwara State, has regained freedom after spending over a month in captivity. He was kidnapped on July 19, 2025, and released on Friday evening following ransom payment by his family. The amount paid was undisclosed. His release has brought relief to his family and community, but residents say insecurity persists across Kwara North, where repeated kidnappings and attacks by bandits have forced many to live in fear. #Kwara #SecurityCrisis #Kidnapping

Blood Flows in Katsina Mosque as Bandits Kill 13 Worshippers At least 13 worshippers were killed on Wednesday when bandits attacked a mosque in Unguwan Mantau, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The victims were observing morning prayers when the gunmen opened fire. The state government confirmed the attack, describing it as a reprisal after locals had earlier ambushed the bandits, killing some and seizing their weapons and motorcycles. Commissioner for Internal Security, Dr. Nasir Mu’azu, said security reinforcements, including the army and police, have been deployed to the area. He praised the community’s resistance efforts and assured that the government remains committed to eliminating banditry. The government extended condolences to affected families and promised continued support for community-based security initiatives. #Katsina #SecurityCrisis #Banditry