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Situation Room to be Established at IPCR to Deescalate Crisis in Nigeria

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Situation Room to be Established at IPCR to Deescalate Crisis in Nigeria

By: Michael Mike

A National Conflict Early Warning Early Response Situation Room is to be launched at the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) to prevent and address crisis from escalating.

Director General of IPCR, Dr Joseph Ochogwu announced this on Friday while briefing newsmen on the National Engagement and launch of Early Warning Early (EWER) Response organised by Peace Action for Rapid and Transformative Nigeria Early Response (PARTNER) on Friday in Abuja.

Ochogwu said the Situation Room will serve as a centralised hub for collecting and analysing data related to potential conflict hotspots throughout the country.

He said: “By utiliing advanced technology and data analytics, we aim to identify emerging threats and provide timely responses to prevent escalation.

“The Early Warning and Early Response Situation Room will not only help in identifying potential conflicts before they escalate but also facilitate quick and coordinated responses among relevant stakeholders,”he said.

The DG also noted that the Situation Room staff have also been equipped with the capacity to manage the EWSR effectively that is ready to be launched on October 29.

the Chief of Party PARTNER, Mercy Corps Mr Danjuma Dawop, said that the establishment of this Situation Room is crucial for Nigeria, a country that has faced multiple challenges related to ethnic and communal tensions, insurgency, and violence.

“So far we’ve seen that effective early warning and early response has prevented conflict escalation and mitigated violence extremism across Nigeria,”he said.

He added that the situation room aligns with global best practices in peacebuilding and conflict resolution, and it is hoped that this proactive approach will significantly contribute to sustainable peace in Nigeria.

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JNIM terrorists clashes with rival factions in rare encounter in Nigeria’s Kebbi state

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JNIM terrorists clashes with rival factions in rare encounter in Nigeria’s Kebbi state

By: Zagazola Makama

A suspected clash between rival terrorists factions has been reported in Kebbi State, raising fresh security concerns in the North-West region.

Sources said the incident occurred on April 4, when a group identified as Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) claimed it engaged a rival faction described as “Khawarij”.

The group alleged that one fighter was killed and another captured during the encounter, while three motorcycles and about N10 million were recovered.

However, the identity of the opposing group has yet to be independently verified.

Preliminary indications suggest the rival faction may be linked to Boko Haram or one of its splinter groups, though this remains subject to confirmation.

Security sources said the development could represent one of the first reported inter-jihadist clashes in the region.

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Troops foil mob attack, rescue suspected terrorist in Danmusa in Katsina

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Troops foil mob attack, rescue suspected terrorist in Danmusa in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 17 Brigade have foiled an attempt by a mob to lynch a suspected terrorist and burn down a police station in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 4:30 p.m. on April 5, 2026, when troops deployed at Combat Team 1 in Danali village responded to a distress call from a Nigerian Police outpost in the area.

The police had reported that a large crowd attempted to set the station ablaze and attack personnel after a suspected terrorist was brought into custody.

Troops were immediately mobilised to the scene and successfully prevented further escalation of the situation, restoring order in the area.

During the intervention, police personnel reportedly fired tear gas to disperse the irate crowd, which led to injuries sustained by one civilian.

The injured victim was evacuated to a medical facility for treatment.

Security sources said calm had since returned to the area, while troops continued to maintain presence to prevent a resurgence of violence and ensure stability.

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Plateau: troops launch manhunt after armed robbery attack in Bassa LGA

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Plateau: troops launch manhunt after armed robbery attack in Bassa LGA

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have launched a manhunt for suspected armed robbers who attacked three civilians along the Jebbu–Miango–Rewienko road in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:55 p.m. on April 5, 2026, when the victims were reportedly ambushed by armed men who dispossessed them of their motorcycles before fleeing the scene.

Troops of Sector 3 Operation Enduring Peace were immediately mobilised following the distress call but arrived after the attackers had escaped.

Efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols have been intensified in the area to prevent further criminal activity.

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