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Nysc shuts down camp amidst bandits alert across Kwara State
Nysc shuts down camp amidst bandits alert across Kwara State
By: Bodunrin Kayode
In a preemptive move against the current rage of banditry in the north, the National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) management in kwara state has shut down its orientation camp pending improvement of security in the state.
With this development, the orientation camp located in.Yikpata, Moro council area of Kwara north senatorial zone has been emptied of activities.
Corp members have been relocated temporarily to Ilorin the state capital as a proactive measure against kidnapping for ransom and attacks by bandits.
This is coming at the hills of the slaughter of about 15 vigilantes killed on Sunday morning when armed bandits invaded Oke-Ode community in Ifelodun council Area of Kwara State.
More communities including Oke Odo where there is a School of Nursing were attacked by monday but the school was spared because students had earlier been relocated from the premises to avoid mass abduction which is a trade mark of bandits.
A large number of residents were also allegedly abducted during the attack, which left Oke Odo and surrounding communities in a state of shock and complete pandemonium.
These attacks were calculated in spite of the presence of vigilante groups in the communities, even as these bandits operated with superior weapons with nobody to repel them.
With more than 15 slaughtered in cold blood at the wee hours of Monday morning while those who escaped with injuries as at first light were taken to the General Hospital in nearby Share.
Angry residents accused the state government of failing to protect them, noting that intelligence about the planned attack had been circulating for days yet no efforts were made to protect them.
Communities across the state have raised alarm over repeated raids and mass abductions, often at night, with many residents still missing.
The increasing frequency of such attacks has heightened fear, displacement, and calls for urgent government intervention.
NAF STRIKES HOSTILE ELEMENTS, SUSTAINS PRESSURE IN MULTIPLE OPERATIONS IN KWARA
Meanwhile the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Air Component, OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) Sect 3, on 28 September 2025 conducted multiple coordinated missions across Kakihun, Oke-ode, Babanla and surrounding areas.
A statement by the director of public relations, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame said that the reconnaissance and close air support operations were executed to deter threats, while hostile elements sighted east of Babanla were decisively engaged.
“Concurrent surveillance flights also covered key settlements and military positions, gathering critical intelligence to support ground forces.
“These missions reaffirm NAF’s commitment to protecting troops and civilians, maintaining air superiority, and sustaining pressure on hostile actors. All operations were completed successfully.
” The NAF assures Nigerians of its unwavering resolve to defend the nation’s territorial integrity and safeguard communities against threats.
“Citizens are encouraged to remain confident, vigilant, and supportive of the Armed Forces as decisive actions continue to restore lasting peace and security across the country.”
Nysc shuts down camp amidst bandits alert across Kwara State
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover rifle in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have arrested a suspected terrorist and recovered an AK-47 rifle during a routine patrol in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources said the arrest was made on April 3 at about 11:30 a.m. by troops of 1 Brigade Combat Team deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kurya.
The suspect was apprehended at Tungan Haki village and found in possession of one AK-47 rifle mounted with a magazine containing 13 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The sources disclosed that the suspect and the recovered weapon are currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
They added that troops have continued to intensify patrols and surveillance operations across the area to curb criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover rifle in Zamfara
IED explosion injures two security personnel during patrol in Anambra
By: Zagazola Makama
Two security personnel have been injured following the detonation of an improvised explosive device (IED) during a fighting patrol in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Security sources said the incident occurred on April 3 at about 12:30 p.m. when troops of Sector 5, Operation UDO KA, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Lilu, conducted a patrol alongside Nigeria Police personnel.
It was gathered that the team sighted the IED within the Lilu general area and attempted to destroy it.
However, the explosive device detonated during the process, injuring an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel and a police officer.
The injured personnel were immediately administered first aid at the scene before being referred to a medical facility for further treatment.
Authorities said the situation has been brought under control, while operations continue in the area to ensure safety and prevent further incidents.
IED explosion injures two security personnel during patrol in Anambra
Troops neutralise two terrorists, destroy hideouts in Plateau clearance operations
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), under Operation Wutan Daji, have neutralised two suspected terrorists and destroyed several hideouts during clearance operations in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources said the operations were carried out in conjunction with local vigilantes across Babangida, Adua and Bokayi villages within the Dutsen Zaki forest.
It was gathered that troops made contact with the terrorists along the Babangida–Adua road, leading to a gun battle in which two of the suspects were neutralised, while others fled with possible gunshot wounds.
No casualties were recorded among the troops, and all equipment was accounted for.
During the operation, troops recovered one locally fabricated gun, a belt containing 105 rounds of 7.62mm PKT ammunition, 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and a cutlass.
In a related development, troops of CSI Battalion XIV, in collaboration with 332 Artillery Regiment and vigilantes, conducted further clearance and raid operations in Dadin-Kowa and Dada villages.
The operation involved 47 soldiers and four vigilantes, supported with motorcycles, gun trucks, a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle and an artillery gun.
The troops established a gun position and carried out fire missions on suspected terrorist locations in Madam Forest to deny them freedom of action.
Subsequent raid operations in Dadin-Kowa village led to the destruction of suspected terrorist hideouts, although no contact was made with the fleeing elements.
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