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Terrorists Reportedly Kill Two Police Operatives, One Vigilante Member In Zamfara

A gang of notorious bandits, on Monday, unleashed a terror attack on Zurmi town, the headquarters of Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, killing two police operatives and one vigilante operative.A resident of the town, Abubakar Ishiaku told newsmen in Gusau, the State capital, that the terrorists invaded the Local Government headquarters

23 Bandits Reportedly Killed In Zamfara Rivalry Clash

Two rival terrorist groups under the leadership of Bello Kaura and Kachalla Najaja engaged in a violent clash on Saturday, May 11, near Sunke Forest in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in north-west Nigeria.It was reported that the intense three-hour gun battle between the two factions resulted in the deaths of 23 terrorists involved i
Zamfara Govt Drags Eight Suspended Lawmakers To Court Over Alleged Burglary

Zamfara State Government has filed a criminal case at the Magistrate Court sitting in Gusau against the eight suspended state lawmakers.They are being accused of breaking into offices at the State House of Assembly and illegally searching for mace to perpetrate shady and unlawful plenary sitting.The case was brought before the Chief Magistrate, Ru

EFCC Arraign Ex-Sharia Court Registrar For Allegedly Forging Late Bizman’s Signature In Zamfara

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned a former Registrar of Zamfara State Upper Sharia Court 1, Gusau, Abubakar Garba Dandare, before Justice Bello Shinkafi of Zamfara State High Court in Gusau.The Commission docked Dandare on a two-count charge, accusing him of misappropriating the sum of N3.8 million belonging to a la
Bandits Unleash Terror Attack On Zamfara Market, Kill 2 Perons, Injure Scores

On Tuesday, a band of armed bandits carried out a terror assault on Mada Market in Zamfara State, resulting in the deaths of two innocent individuals and leaving many others wounded.An eyewitness, Mama Bilikisu, said unnumbered terrorists invaded the market on motorcycles with sophisticated weapons and started to shoot indiscriminately.Mama Biliki

Bandits Reportedly Kidnap Zamfara Bank Manager, Mansur Kaura

Bandits have abducted the bank manager of TAJ Bank, Zamfara State branch, Mansur Kaura.A resident of the area, Musa Ibrahim, said Kaura was kidnapped when the bandits invaded his residence at Rijiyar Gabas area in Gusau, the state capital, around 1 am on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. “The bandits, who carried sophisticated weapons, began to shoot spora
Zamfara NSCDC Apprehends Motorcycle Snatchers, Restores Peace In Gusau

In a significant operation, the Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended and paraded criminal syndicates involved in motorcycle snatching in the state's Furfuri and Bungudu Local Government Areas.According to the State Commandant of NSCDC, Sani Mustapha, the operatives of the Corps successf

Terrorists Storm Zamfara Town, Kill Three Officials At Emir’s Palace

Terrorists led by gang leader, Isyaku Majo, have attacked the palace of the Emir of Zurmi, killing the three palace officials and abducting several residents, including the Shamaki (chief details) of the Emir, Buhari Yusuf.Zurmi is the second most populous town in Zamfara State, Nigeria.The attackers targeted the Emir’s palace, aiming to abduct
Troops Ambush Bandits Plotting Attacks On Zamfara Communities

The Nigeria Air Force, a component of the Operation Haderin Daji, OPHD, has ambushed bandits plotting to unleash terror attacks on some communities in Zamfara State.It was gathered that the fleeing bandits were ambushed in a force operation at Makaruwa village.The plotted attack was a reprisal targeted at some villages before the OPHD troops swoop

Joint Security Operation Claims Lives Of Three Notorious Bandit Leaders In Zamfara

In the fight against insurgency in Zamfara State, joint security forces, including the Security Intelligence and Militia Joint Task Force, have reportedly neutralized three notorious bandit kingpins.The operation, which took place in Tidibale and Gangara villages of Isa and Sabon Birnin local government areas on Friday, resulted in the elimination
Pandemonium As Bandits Strike Again, Kill Four, Abduct Six In Zamfara

On Wednesday, gunmen believed to be terrorists assaulted the headquarters of Maru Local Government Area in Zamfara State, resulting in the death of one individual and the abduction of three others.According to an eyewitness, Abubakar Maru who spoke to newsmen in a telephone interview, the bandits stormed the town around 11:13 pm on Wednesday.He fu

One Dies Of Heart Attack As Bride-To-Be's Family & Passengers Foil Kidnap Attempt, Kill Bandit In Zamfara

The bravery and quick thinking displayed by the family of the bride-to-be and the group of passengers in thwarting the kidnapping attempt in Zamfara State are truly commendable. Their courageous response in the face of danger undoubtedly saved lives and prevented a potentially tragic situation from escalating further.It's heartening to see or
BREAKING: Suspected Terrorists Kill Ruling PDP Secretary, Musa Ille In Zamfara

Alhaji Musa Ille, the secretary of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, has been killed by gunmen suspected to be terrorists.The deceased was said to have been shot dead by the terrorists in front of his residence in Tsafe on Monday.“The late Musa Ille was one of our good and God fearing

VIDEO of a Foreign Construction Worker Playing With Most Wanted Bandits at Work Site in Zamfara

According to reports FOREIGN CONSTRUCTION FIRMS NOW PAY BANDITS IN ADVANCE FOR PROTECTION AND TRANQUILLITYThe white lebenese in the video below is heading a road dualization protect in zamfara state.The Bob marly style hair armed guy is a wanted bandit called mai - jakka, responsible for most kidnappings, abductions, molesting, killings and maimin
UPDATE: Terrorists Release Zamfara University Students 7 Months After Abduction

Terrorists on Sunday released two more of the 21 students they kidnapped in September at the Federal University Gusau in Zamfara State, North-west Nigeria.The released students were handed over to security agents in Abuja. Earlier last month, nine of the female students had been released after 178 days in captivity.One of the parents of the abduct

PHOTOS: Nigeria Air Force Bombard Terrorists’ Hideout With Air Strikes In Zamfara

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reported the successful elimination of numerous terrorists and their hideouts in Zamfara state following a raid on their locations.The operation, which was conducted by the Air Component of Operation Hadarin Daji, led to the bombing of two terrorist camps.According to a statement by NAF Spokesman, Edward Gabkwet, o

Infamous Bandit Leader Kills Pregnant Woman & Takes Out Her Baby In Zamfara

In a shocking revelation that has stirred widespread outrage and fear, a notorious bandit kingpin identified as Bakin Malam Na Bamanu is accused of committing egregious acts of violence against innocent civilians in Zamfara State. Security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, shed light on the appalling activities of Na Bamanu i

Nigerian Troops Neutralize Terrorist Leader, Uncover Arms Cache In Zamfara Raid

In a significant blow to terrorism in the region, troops engaged in Counter Terrorism Counter Insurgency operations successfully raided the hideout of a notorious terrorist kingpin known as Yellow Janbros at Dangunu Village in Zamfara State.The operation, carried out on April 8, 2024, resulted in the elimination of a high-ranking terrorist and the
How Gunmen Kill Man, Abduct Wife & Neighbour In Zamfara

A gunmen attack in Buluku, on the outskirts of Gusau Local Government Area in Zamfara State, has resulted in the tragic death of Ashiru Nagoma and the abduction of his wife and neighbour.The Zamfara State Police Command confirmed the incident, with ASP Yazid Abubakar conveying the details to reporters on Tuesday.According to Abubakar, the assailan

Zamfara Governor, Dauda Lawal Denies Borrowing 14.26bn

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal has denied that his administration borrowed the sum of 14.26 billion. He clarified that the money was part of the proceeds from a 20 billion naira loan floated by the previous administration in the state.A statement by the spokesperson of the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that no domestic or ext
Police Apprehend Seven Suspects Linked to Murder Of Islamic Scholar In Zamfara

In a significant breakthrough, the Zamfara State Police Command has successfully apprehended seven individuals suspected to be involved in the brutal killing of Islamic scholar, Sheikh Abubakar Hassan Mada. The cleric met a tragic end on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in Mada town, Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State, allegedly at the hands of i

Bandits Kill Zamfara Guard Commander, Kidnap Four Construction Workers And Two Others

Malam Aminu Muhammad, a commander of the Zamfara State’s Community Protection Guards (CPG) in charge of Tsafe town in Tsafe Local Government Area, alongside one other personnel, Ibrahim Kabiru, have been killed by bandits.The gunmen, who stormed the town around 11:45pm on Sunday, March 24, 2024, also abducted six people, among them four staff of
SAD: School Teacher, Sa'adu Isah Killed By Bandits In Zamfara

A primary school teacher identified as Malam Sa'adu Isah, has been killed by bandits in Kucheri town, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Facebook user, Muhammad Lawal, who disclosed this in a post said the deceased was shot dead on Sunday morning, March 24, 2024.

Troops Foil Multiple Kidnap Attempts In Plateau And Zamfara, Eliminate Militant

Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed in Jos South Local Government of Plateau State, have rescued one Mrs. Rosemary Jekpe, who was kidnapped at her residence in Abuja Layout, Bukuru Low Cost Housing in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. Director Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, who disclosed this in a statemen
8 Suspended Lawmakers Drag Zamfara Speaker, Moriki & 6 Others To Court

The eight suspended members of the Zamfara state House of assembly, have filed a suit against speaker of the state House of assembly Bilyaminu Moriki and six others at the Federal High Court Gusau.The suspended lawmakers instituted a suit at the Federal High Court, challenging the breach of their constitutional rights to liberty, human dignity, fa

Remaining Nine Abducted Zamfara Varsity Students Regain Freedom After 6 Months In Captivity

In a significant development, nine of the abducted female students from the Federal University in Gusau, Zamfara State, have regained their freedom, providing a ray of hope amidst the lingering trauma of the abduction incident.The abduction, which occurred on September 22, 2023, saw suspected terrorists raiding off-campus hostels at Sabon Gidan Co

Bandits Releases New Video to Zamfara State Gov, Dauda Lawal on Latest Negotiation Terms

Bandits have communicated to the Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, expressing their openness to engage in negotiations with his government.The video which is making rounds, showed group of masked men wielding sophisticated weapons, and the leader addressing the Governor of Zamfara in local Hausa language.Watch the [size=14pt] VIDEO [/size]
Police Arrest Female Bandit Collaborator, Nafisa Alhaj In Zamfara

The operatives of the Zamfara State police command have apprehended a female suspected bandits collaborator, identified as Nafisa Alhaji Sani, in Tsafe Local Government Area of the state.Speaking with reporters at the Command’s headquarters, Commissioner of Police, CP Shehu Muhammad Dalijan said the woman admitted to committing the crime during
Zamfara Community Protection Guards Allegedly Kills Prominent Islamic Scholar

The Zamfara state community Protection Guards CPG operatives has allegedly killed a prominent Islamic Scholar and Iman of Mada Jumu’at Mosque Sheikh Abubakar Hassan Mada.The Chief Iman was reported to have picked up by the CPG operatives where they stormed his residence Mada and carried him to unknown destination and instantly slaughtered him.A
How Troops Neutralise Bandit, Rescue 15 Kidnapped Victims In Zamfara

Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadarin Daji have neutralised a bandit and rescued 15 kidnapped victims in Zamfara.This is contained in a statement issued in Gusau on Tuesday by the Information Officer for Operation Hadarin Daji, Lt. Sulaiman Omale. “In a swift response to a distress call, troops of Operation Hadarin Daji thwarted a mas