Crime
Troops recovered over 6. 7 million litres of crude oil, AGO in Rivers, Delta states

Troops recovered over 6. 7 million litres of crude oil, AGO in Rivers, Delta states
By: James Bwala
Troops of operations Delta Safe has recovered a total of Two Million Eight Hundred and Fifty-Two Thousand Nine Hundred (2,852,900) litres of crude oil and Three Million Eight Hundred and Sixty-Two Thousand (3,862,000) litres of AGO from oil thieves and illegal bunkers in its operations in the last two weeks.
This was revealed yesterday by the Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Bernard Onyeuko in Abuja.
According to General Bernad, all arrest and recovered items have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further actions.
He said, the troops Operations which was conducted against oil thieves and other criminal element was actualised in Rumuekpe, Ogbunku Creek Ndele area in Emohua Local Government Area, Idoha, Ozochi communities in Ahoada West Local Government Area, Elele Owerri in Ikwere Local Government Area and Chokocho in Etche Local Government of Rivers State.
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“Also, own troops conducted anti-illegal oil bunkering and refining in Ndoro, Beneside, Ojobo communities in Ekeremor Local Government Area and Akassa in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Other locations are Elume, Ekoko creeksin Obolo, Yokri area, Yeye and Safama creeks in Warri South Local Government Area, Ajomo, Deli, Ogheye and Tibo creeks, Abiteye, Olero Opuama, in Warri North and Ogodo communities in Warri South West Local Government Area, Egwe Creek, Obodo Creek in Warri South Local Government Area, Ajomo Creek in Warri North Local Government Area, Afremo in Warri South West, Abo in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State.
“Other areas include Okohia community in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State. Commutatively, Own troops in the last 2 weeks discovered, and destroyed 30 illegal refining sites, cooking 29 ovens, 9 receivers, 12 coolants, 73 storage metal tanks, 248 polythene bags, 16 boilers, 8 pumping machines, 14 wooden boats, 29 dugout pits, 2 speed boats, 4 trucks, 1 bus, 44 drums of AGO, 3 outboard engines, 1 Beretta pistol, 3 locally made pistol, 8 explosive devices evacuated 57 galvanized pipes and arrested 25 economic saboteurs.” He said.
Troops recovered over 6. 7 million litres of crude oil, AGO in Rivers, Delta states
Crime
Troops Intensify Search for Kidnapped Pastor in Kauru LGA

Troops Intensify Search for Kidnapped Pastor in Kauru LGA
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army troops of 1 Division in Kaduna State are working in collaboration with other security agencies to rescue a 55-year-old pastor who was abducted by bandits in Kurmin Rizga village, Kauru Local Government Area (LGA), in the early hours of April 23, 2025.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that a group of armed bandits invaded Kurmin Rizga, firing sporadically, and kidnapped Rev. Ibrahim James, the pastor of the Catholic Church in the village, taking him to an unknown location.
In response, the troops launched a search operation to locate and rescue the pastor unharmed. Efforts to apprehend the suspects and ensure the pastor’s safe return are ongoing.
Troops Intensify Search for Kidnapped Pastor in Kauru LGA
Crime
Notorious Bandit Leader Harisu Babba Yauni Killed in Rival Clash in Katsina

Notorious Bandit Leader Harisu Babba Yauni Killed in Rival Clash in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Harisu Babba Yauni, a notorious bandit leader, was killed along with ten of his men during a violent clash with a rival group in Yauni Forest, located in Zakka, Safana Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State.
Security forces confirmed that the incident occurred on April 23, 2025, around 8:30 a.m. Information revealed that Babba Yauni and his group were attacked by a rival faction from Kambarau, Tudun Dole, and Kauyen Mahuta Forests in Tsaskiya Ward of Safana LGA.
Harisu Babba Yauni, believed to be responsible for the recent killing of a Personnel of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) in Zakka PMF Camp, had been a target of security forces due to his notorious activities. The clash between the two groups resulted in the deaths of Babba Yauni and his associates.
Notorious Bandit Leader Harisu Babba Yauni Killed in Rival Clash in Katsina
Crime
Police Neutralise Notorious Thug in Kano After Knife Attack

Police Neutralise Notorious Thug in Kano After Knife Attack
By: Zagazola Makama
A notorious thug and suspected armed robber, identified as Baba Beru, who had long terrorised residents of Gwammaja and surrounding areas in Kano metropolis, was killed on Tuesday following an attempted attack on police personnel.
According to eyewitnesses and security sources, the incident occurred when police operatives confronted the suspect during a routine operation.

Zagazola learnt that Baba Beru, in an attempt to resist arrest, reportedly drew a knife and lunged at the officers, prompting them to respond with lethal force.
The suspect was neutralised on the spot, bringing to an end a reign of fear that had gripped parts of the city for months.
The development sparked wild celebrations among local residents, many of whom described the late Baba Beru as a menace responsible for numerous violent crimes, including armed robbery and street attacks.
Community members expressed relief over the operation and commended the police for swiftly addressing the security threat.
Police authorities are yet to release an official statement as of the time of filing this report.
Police Neutralise Notorious Thug in Kano After Knife Attack
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