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    Category: Crime Alert

    Plateau Killings: IGP Disu Orders Massive Deployment, Intensifies Operations To Restore Peace

    April 1, 2026 (updated April 1, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has ordered a massive deployment of security personnel and assets to the affected areas of Angwan Rukuba, Plateau State to restore calm and ensure the arrest of those responsible for the attack recent attacks and killings if innocent citizens.IGP Disu condemned the attack of the community located in Jos North Local Government Area... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Angwan Rukuba killings: Plateau Speaker Calls for Calm

    April 1, 2026 (updated April 1, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Angwan Rukuba killings: Plateau Speaker Calls for CalmThe Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Naanlong Daniel, has urged residents to remain calm and avoid reprisal attacks following the recent killings in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area.In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Press Secretary, Philip Eplong, the Speaker described the incident as “unfortunate” and a... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Niger Crisis

    April 1, 2026 (updated April 1, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Niger Crisis: FG Evacuates 1,230 Nigerians The Federal Government has successfully evacuated 1,230 stranded Nigerians from the Republic of Niger, amid ongoing political instability and security concerns in the country, reaffirming its commitment to the protection and welfare of citizens abroad.In a press statement signed by the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    8 charcoal burners kidnapped in Plateau communityJOS

    April 1, 2026 (updated April 1, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    No fewer than eight charcoal burners were kidnapped on Tuesday evening in Nyalun community, Bashar District of Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.The incident occurred as the victims were returning home after processing charcoal on the outskirts of the community.Shapi’i Sambo, a youth leader in Wase, told journalists that the kidnappers initially abducted all 10 occupants of the vehicle... Read more

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    Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Declare Two-Day Fasting Over Kajuru Kidnapping, Seek Victims’ Safe Return

    January 22, 2026 (updated January 22, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association (SKCLA) has announced a two-day fasting and prayer programme to seek divine intervention following the recent kidnapping of 177 persons in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. In a statement issued on Thursday, the association expressed deep anguish over the incident, condemning it as heart-rending, alarming and unacceptable. The Christian leaders described the... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, News

    Police Confirm Abduction in Kaduna, Deploy Tactical Units for Rescue

    January 21, 2026 (updated January 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that the reported abduction at Kurmin Wali, a remote community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, did occur, contrary to earlier conflicting accounts that had generated confusion and public anxiety. The Police clarified that its initial response was not a denial of the incident but a cautious position adopted while awaiting full... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, Metro, News

    Troops Advance into Timbuktu Triangle, Boko Haram/ISWAP Stronghold, Foil VBIED Attacks

    January 21, 2026 (updated January 21, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By Musa Ali Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have sustained their advance into the Timbuktu Triangle, a known stronghold of Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists, recording significant operational gains and further degrading insurgent networks in the area. The troops reportedly killed scores of insurgents during ongoing operations. However, on January 20, 2026, while consolidating at a harbour area about... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, News

    NDLEA Arrests 1,018 Suspects, Seizes 2.4 Tonnes of Illicit Drugs in Katsina

    January 6, 2026 (updated January 6, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    By James Abel  The Katsina State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 1,018 suspects and seized more than 2.4 tonnes of illicit drugs across the state in 2025, marking one of its most intensive operational years. The State Commander, Mr Samaila Danmalam, disclosed this on Tuesday during the command’s end-of-year press briefing in Katsina, attributing... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Fresh Violence Erupts in Katsina-Ala: Local Militia, Armed Herders Accused of Colluding in Attacks on Benue Community

    October 28, 2025 (updated October 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    A resident, who spoke under anonymity, alleged that a community leader in the area (name withheld) has been issuing threats to anyone speaking about the activities of the armed herders, warning that violators could face dire consequences, including death.

    Category: Crime Alert, News

    Kano Communities Decry Rising Bandit Attacks, Seek Urgent Government Intervention

    October 24, 2025 (updated October 24, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    KANO — Residents of Faruruwa and neighbouring communities in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State have raised alarm over incessant bandit attacks that have left several people dead, many others kidnapped, and more than 1,600 cattle and other livestock rustled. The Chairman of the Faruruwa Community and Environs Security Committee, Yahaya Bagobiri, disclosed this while addressing journalists in Kano.... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, News

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