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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
Soldier found dead after chasing attacker in Kwara
By: Zagazola Makama
A Nigerian Army personnel has been found dead after pursuing an assailant in Twatagi village, Patigi Local Government Area of the state.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident occurred on Oct. 21, 2025, around 5:30 p.m., when the deceased soldier, Private Usman Alhaji attached to Apapa, Lagos, was riding on a motorcycle with one Muhammad Baba, a native of Twatagi village.
While on their way to Patigi town, they encountered a man walking along the road with a stick, who suddenly struck them as they passed by. The man immediately fled into the bush.
The sources stated that Private Alhaji pursued the assailant on foot but failed to return. After waiting for hours without seeing him, Muhammad Baba reportedly searched the area but could not locate the soldier.
However, at about 2:00 p.m. the following day, villagers discovered the lifeless body of the soldier in the bush.
Police operatives visited the scene and observed that the victim sustained a stab wound to the neck.
The body was released to the family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrator.
Soldier found dead after chasing attacker in Kwara
Security forces raid bandits’ camp in Sokoto, neutralise two, recover arms
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have neutralised two bandits and recovered arms and ammunition during a raid on a suspected criminal hideout in Julirkol Forest, Silame Local Government Area of the state.
Zagazola Makama report that the operation was carried out by the Anti-Kidnapping Unit on Oct. 22, 2025, following credible intelligence that a group of armed bandits wielding sophisticated weapons were hibernating in the forest.
On arrival at the camp, the hoodlums reportedly opened fire on the police team, prompting a fierce gun duel that lasted several minutes.
According to sources , the bandits were overpowered, leading to the neutralisation of two of them, while others escaped into the forest with gunshot wounds.
Items recovered from the camp include one AK-49 rifle with breach number 80 KC 3335, one fabricated rifle without a serial number, three sharp cutlasses, and ten rounds of live ammunition.
Commissioner of Police, Sokoto State Command, commended the operatives for their bravery and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to sustaining aggressive operations against banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes in the state.
Security forces raid bandits’ camp in Sokoto, neutralise two, recover arms
Court Asks Kanu To Open Defence After Sacking Own Legal Team
By: Our Reporter
A federal high court sitting in Abuja on Thursday adjourned till Friday to enable the detained self acclaimed leader of the proscribed separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, begin his defence.
Kanu, who was scheduled to open his defence in his ongoing terrorism trial on Thursday, dramatically fired his legal team.
When the case was called, Kanu Agabi (SAN), who had led Kanu’s legal team until Thursday, announced his decision, with other Senior Advocates in the team, to withdraw from the case.
Agabi said the reason for their withdrawal “is because the defendant has taken this case back from us and we respect that.”
He gave the name of the other SANs, withdrawing to include: Onyechi Ikpeazu (SAN), Joseph Akubo (SAN), Paul Erokoro (SAN), Emeka Etiaba (SAN) and one other.
Following Agabi’s announcement, Justice James Omotosho turned to Kanu, who was in the dock, for his response.
Kanu confirmed sacking all his lawyers, telling the court that he was willing and ready to conduct his case by himself.
Justice Omotosho then, ordered other members of the defendant’s legal team who were in court, except the SANs to vacate the courtroom.
The judge thereafter turned to the defendant and asked him to open his case.
Kanu begin by arguing about the jurisdiction of the court to further conduct his trial. He was subsequently overruled by the judge, who insisted that he most proceed with his defence.
At that point, Ikpeazu intervened and drew the attention of the court to the fact that their (Kanu’s lawyers’) withdrawal took effect on the morning of Thursday.
He prayed the court to grant Kanu some time to gather his thoughts and compose himself for the task ahead.
Prosecuting lawyer did not object, following which Justice Omotosho adjourned till Friday, October 24 to enable the IPOB open his defence.
Court Asks Kanu To Open Defence After Sacking Own Legal Team
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