Crime
Nigeria: 3 soldiers killed, 10 others wounded in ISWAP VBIED attack in Borno
Nigeria: 3 soldiers killed, 10 others wounded in ISWAP VBIED attack in Borno
By: Zagalola Makama
Three soldiers were reportedly killed and 10 others injured while repelling an ambush on their convoy by the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP), terrorists in the North East of Abadam in Borno State on Sunday May 14, 2023.
NEWSng learnt that the troops who were part of clearance operation against the terror group comprising of Sector 3 and Sector 4 MultiNational Joint Task Force(MNJTF), came under attack by a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED), while advancing towards ISWAP camp in Tunbum Reza.
It was gathered that the joint troops effectively responded with superior firepower and successfully fought off the ambush.
Military sources said that one of the VBIED hit an MRAP belonging to Nigérienne Republic troops of Sector 4 MNJTF while the other hit a hilux truck.
The sources said that terrorists also suffered significant casualties, although the exact number is yet to be determined.
“This attack comes in less than 24 hours after the troops thwarted a similar attack in Arege resulting in the killing of 10 ISWAP terrorists and the destruction of their three vehicles.
“The ISWAP terrorist made an audacious attempt to infiltrate the advancing troops’ harbor using a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED), but was instantly naturalized,”he said.
The wounded personnel were evacuated for treatment.
The ongoing operation by troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) nicknamed Operation HARBIN ZUMA was designed to clear the terrorists’ hideouts and restore total Sanity in the Lake Chad region
ISWAP on the other hand resorted to desperate but extreme measures to fight back against the intrusion of their enclaves by the military through heightenening series of PBIED, VBIED and RSBIED attacks.
Nigeria: 3 soldiers killed, 10 others wounded in ISWAP VBIED attack in Borno
Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze
By: Zagazola Makama
A violent banditry attack occurred in Keta town, Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara State on April 6, 2025, leaving one vigilante member dead and several vehicles destroyed. The attack was carried out by a large group of armed bandits, allegedly led by the notorious bandit kingpin “Ado Alero.”
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama they the bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, stormed the town around 11:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the death of one vigilante member who attempted to resist the attack.
In addition to the loss of life, the bandits set fire to nine golf motor vehicles parked in the town, causing significant damage.
The assailants withdrew from the area after encountering strong resistance, during which one of the bandits was reportedly shot and killed.
Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze
Bandit Attack in Kebbi Village Leaves 16 Dead
By Zagazola Makama
On April 6, 2025, a violent bandit attack occurred in the Tungan Taura and Tungan Ladan villages of Augie Local Government Area, Kebbi State as Armed men, suspected to be members of the notorious Lakurawa bandit group, raided the villages, rustling an unspecified number of cattle.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that In an attempt to stop the bandits, villagers and members of the local vigilante force confronted them, but the attackers opened fire indiscriminately.
Sixteen individuals were tragically shot dead during the ensuing gunfire exchange. The identities of the victims are still being confirmed. Their bodies have been taken to the General Hospital Argungu for autopsy.
The Nigerian troops were quickly deployed to the affected areas. Although the immediate threat has been quelled, security operations continue as investigations into the incident are underway.
Bandit Attack in Kebbi Village Leaves 16 Dead
Foiled Kidnapping Attempt in Katsina As Bandits Flee After Gunfight, One Killed
By Zagazola Makama
A kidnapping attempt was foiled in the early hours of April 5, 2025, in Gidan Yan Ali, Kurba Village, Kankara Local Government Area, Katsina State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the armed bandits, believed to be part of a larger criminal gang, attacked the village around 2345hrs, setting fire to corn stalks and attempting to abduct women and animals.
Security forces were deployed to the scene to engage the bandits leading to a heavy gunfight
Although the team successfully repelled the assailants, the bandits shot and killed one Murtala Dayyabu Sidi, a 40-year-old male, before fleeing into nearby bushes.
Thanks to the prompt intervention of the security forces, the kidnapped women were rescued unharmed, and the stolen animals were recovered and returned to their rightful owners.
Foiled Kidnapping Attempt in Katsina As Bandits Flee After Gunfight, One Killed
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