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NSCDC Destroys 100 illegal refineries in two years
NSCDC Destroys 100 illegal refineries in two years
By Michael Mike
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has destroyed over 100 illegal refineries across the country in the last two years, the Commandant General of the Corps, Dr. Ahmed Audi disclosed on Wednesday.
Speaking in Abuja at the opening ceremony of the 2nd Commandant General’s Conference in the year 2023, Audi also disclosed that: “We have arrested over 200 suspects involved in vadalism in the last two years.”
He however lamented that criminals were targeting public infrastructures and national wealth, enjoining commandants to double their efforts in tackling all challenges faced by officers across the country.
Audi while restating the order by the President in very clear terms that his administration will no longer tolerate crude oil theft, even as he gave a marching order to security agencies to end the menace of oil theft, said: “As the lead agency in the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure, we are obligated to key into this policy direction by further strengthening our anti-vandalization drive.
“I am, therefore, issuing a fresh order to all State Commandants to rejig and reenergize your anti-vandal and intelligence units to effectively execute this Presidential Order.”
He charged the senior officers to begin to deploy new strategies in tackling the spate of insecurity in the country, adding that the Corps had prioritized training and retraining, as well as procurement of modern operational and communication equipment in order to further enhance the capacity of the personnel.
He assured that: “We will continue to dedicate and focus more attention on training in the area of surveillance and intelligence gathering which is key in our quest towards finding lasting solution to the prevailing security situation.”
He however warned that it had now become compulsory for all personnel to attend staff development courses, insisting that promotion of personnel would henceforth be based on development courses attended.
NSCDC Destroys 100 illegal refineries in two years
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.
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