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Again Terrorists Hits Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline in Tahoua Region
Again Terrorists Hits Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline in Tahoua Region
By Zagazola Makama
Suspected terrorists have again attacked the Niger-Benin crude oil pipeline in the early hours of Wednesday in the Konni Department of Niger’s Tahoua Region, marking the fourth such incident this month.
Local sources report that the attack occurred near Dossey, west of Kouliki, a strategic section of the nearly 2,000-kilometre pipeline that transports crude oil from the Agadem oilfields in Niger to the port of Sèmè-Kpodji in Benin.
This latest incident follows a confrontation last Sunday in the same area, where nine assailants were reportedly neutralised by security forces. Despite increased security measures, the pipeline continues to face threats, raising concerns about the protection of vital national infrastructure.
The Niger-Benin pipeline, operated by the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), is a critical asset for Niger’s economy. Repeated attacks not only jeopardise oil exports but also pose significant environmental risks due to potential oil spills.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the group responsible for the latest sabotage. However, previous attacks have been attributed to the Patriotic Liberation Front (FPL), a rebel group opposing the current military regime in Niger.
Again Terrorists Hits Niger-Benin Oil Pipeline in Tahoua Region
Suspect Killed, Police Officer Injured in Clash with Hoodlums in Gombe
By: Zagazola Makama
A police officer was injured, and a suspect was killed during a violent confrontation with hoodlums in Kumbiya-Kumbiya Quarters, Gombe Local Government Area, on April 17, 2025.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred around 10:10 p.m. when an anti-violence patrol team, led by Inspector Isah Buba, spotted a group of hoodlums at a notorious black spot.
The hoodlums, armed with cutlasses and other dangerous weapons, attacked the police team, leaving Special Constable Ahmed Muhammad, 28, severely injured and unconscious, presumed dead.
The situation escalated as the criminals advanced in numbers, prompting Corporal Aliyu Nura to open fire, fatally injuring Umar Musa, 25, a member of the gang. Musa was rushed to Federal Teaching Hospital (FTH) Gombe, where he was confirmed dead. The body was deposited at the hospital’s morgue.
Special Constable Muhammad was also rushed to Zainab Bulkachuwa Hospital Gombe for treatment of presumed internal injuries and is currently receiving care. Two cutlasses were recovered from the scene, and a round of 7.66mm ammunition was found to be expended.
Further investigation revealed that Haruna Kaura, who is believed to have been mobilizing the thugs for illicit activities, had directed them to attack the police.
The investigation is ongoing.
Suspect Killed, Police Officer Injured in Clash with Hoodlums in Gombe
Kaduna Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Two Fabricated Rifles
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Kaduna State have arrested a 30-year-old suspected kidnapper after recovering two fabricated rifles during a routine patrol on April 18, 2025.
Police sources told Zagazola Makama that he patrol team intercepted the suspect, Ishiaku Ali, who was acting suspiciously while holding a sack along the Kauru-Pambeguwa Road at around 4:30 PM. A search of the sack revealed the two fabricated rifles and a long chain, which were concealed inside.
The suspect was immediately arrested, and the recovered items were secured as evidence. Ali, a resident of Bakin Dutse in Kauru LGA, is currently in police custody, and the exhibits will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Kaduna for further investigation.
Kaduna Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Two Fabricated Rifles
Police Arrest Eight Suspects for Killing, Burying Baby in Maiduguri Hospital
By: Zagazola Makama
Eight suspects have been arrested in connection with the killing and secret burial of a newborn baby at Kwatam Private Hospital along Baga Road in Maiduguri.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on April 18, 2025, at about 1:00 p.m. following a tip-off from concerned residents who saw individuals attempting to bury the baby within the hospital premises.
Security operatives swiftly responded, cordoned off the area, and apprehended all suspects involved in the act.
According to the sources, forensic experts were deployed to the scene and successfully exhumed the body of the newborn for examination.
The suspects have since been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for detailed investigation to uncover the motive and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Investigations are ongoing.
Police Arrest Eight Suspects for Killing, Burying Baby in Maiduguri Hospital
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