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 Three Imo Police Officers Arrested for Alleged C¥lt Involvement After Viral Video Emerges

 JNIM has released new videos showing dozens of Burkinabe soldiers who were captured during the attack in Foutouri in March 2025. The soldiers appear to be in high spirits, with reports suggesting that some are contemplating joining the ranks of the militants

 Full confession video of Onye Army, captured IPOB ESN commander. He confessed to Imo State jail break, using of 10 heads of virgin girls to prepare fortifications, beheading of 30 people to be used for Iko Nso burial, killing of security personnel and so many others..

 Anambra state security operatives busted IPOB den in Achalla , Awka north Anambra state. Recover arms and ammunition. 

The body of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NAN, has dissociated itself from what it calls "false claims that NANS is planning to organize or participate in a so-called “#FreeNnamdiKanu." In a statement by NANS' President  Olushola Oladoja warns parents and guardians to Caution their Children and wards Against Being Used by Selfish Politicians. It adds, "We wish to state categorically and unequivocally that NANS is not, and will not be, part of any protest organized or influenced by Omoyele Sowore or any other politically motivated group or individual. The entire claim is false, mischievous, and designed to drag the name of our noble Association into political controversies that do not align with our mandate as a student body.  We understand that the matter concerning Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is a legal issue currently before a competent court of law, and it would therefore be inappropriate, unlawful, and irresponsible for NANS to take a partisan position or m...

 Armed bandits on Wednesday launched multiple attacks in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, killing three local security operatives and ambushing a team of Mobile Police (MOPOL) officers near Tsafe town. Zagazola Makama gathered from sources, that the incident occurred early Wednesday morning when members of the Askarawa security outfit and their counterparts from the Yan Maiduguri group were on their way to Sungawa village for a rescue operation. The operatives reportedly ran into an ambush laid by armed bandits, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire. Three members of the team were killed on the spot, two from the Askarawa unit and one from the Yan Maiduguri group. Those who lost their lives were identified as Sani Lawali (popularly known as Danjinjiri) and Garba Sarkin Arna, both from the Askarawa vigilante, and Umar Mustapha, a member of the Yan Maiduguri team. One other operative, Umar Usman of the Yan Maiduguri, was declared missing after the attack. Search effort...

 Protesters Decry Insecurity In South East, Fault Calls For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

 Troops Arrest Wanted IPOB Commander & 8 Other Suspected  Criminals Troops of operation Udoka have arrested a wanted Indigenous People Of Biafra commander identified as Gentle, alongside eight other criminals in Owerri West, Mbaitoli and Izzi in Imo  and  Ebonyi States  The director defence media operations, Major General Markus Kangye announced this at the biweekly defence media briefing  in Abuja.  Major General Kangye also highlighted other successes recorded in operations across the country. He assured Nigerians of the Armed Forces commitment to securing Nigeria's territorial integrity.

 A moving train crushes a dispatch rider at the PWD Railway Level Crossing in Ikeja, Lagos State, on Thursday morning.

 A 60-year-old cattle owner, Abubakar Umoru of Olokemeji Village in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State, has reported the death of three of his cows allegedly poisoned by suspected farm workers. Umoru said his cattle, valued at about N3 million, died after consuming cassava tubers laced with a grey powdery substance believed to be poison along a farm path near the property of one Sunday Sanni. He alleged that two of Sanni’s farm workers, including one known as “Yellow,” had earlier assaulted his son, Abu Abubakar, and inflicted machete cuts on six of his cows before the poisoning incident. Following the complaint, one of the suspects was arrested, while efforts are ongoing to track down the two accomplices who are currently at large.

In a time when Nigeria continues to battle insecurity on multiple fronts, the words of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, resonate with renewed strength and reassurance. In his recent Hausa interview, the General made it clear and firm, there will be no negotiation with kidnappers, bandits, or any elements bent on destabilizing the peace of the nation. According to him, they either surrender for peace or face the full wrath of the Nigerian military. This bold declaration is not just rhetoric; it reflects a man of purpose, conviction, and deep patriotic responsibility. General Musa’s message comes at a time when many Nigerians have grown weary of the repeated attacks, abductions, and senseless killings that have disrupted the lives of ordinary citizens. His words, therefore, are not mere threats, they are a solemn assurance that the era of treating criminality with kid gloves is coming to an end. By refusing to entertain negotiations with kidnappers, General Mu...

 The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Commandant General's Special Intelligence Squad (SIS) has launched a successful clearance operation in Okpella, Edo State, resulting in the disruption of multiple criminal hideouts, the rescue of kidnapped victims, and the arrest of 70 suspects involved in various crimes, including kidnapping and rape.Commandant AS Dandaura JP, head of the CG's Special Intelligence Squad, revealed that the operation targeted criminal elements disguised as illegal miners and charcoal vendors. This intensified offensive followed orders from Commandant General Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi mni. OFR to clamp down on criminals terrorizing Edo State, especially after the recent massacre of eight BUA Cement Company personnel.In collaboration with the Nigerian Army and Mr. Richard Gidado, General Manager of BUA International Cement, the team dismantled several kidnappers' hideouts. Among the rescued victims was Mrs. Agbe Matar, who had been held ca...

 Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE conducted a deliberate ambush operation on 15 October 2025. The operation took place east of Ayilamo, within Tombo council ward of Logo Local Government Area, Benue State. The troops made contact with the criminal elements where one of the armed criminal was successfully neutralized; other suspects fled the scene, reportedly sustaining gunshot wounds. Following the initial contact, troops exploited the area and recovered one (1) AK-47 rifle, one (1) AK-47 magazine, and fourteen (14) rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition. Troops maintained domination of the general area after the operation, conducting patrols to reassure and bolster the confidence of local communities. In another development, troops of Sub-Sector 2, deployed at Maraba Udege Community, Nasarawa Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, received a distress call from Maraba Market on Wednesday, 15 October 2025. The report indicated that a man in the market was in possession of a pistol. Up...

 Concerned Igbo youths are currently protesting in Abuja . Calling on the DSS to arrest anyone who tries to disturb the peace of Nigerian on 20th October.

  The team of medical experts set up by a Federal High Court to ascertain the health status of leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has submitted its report. The team, led by President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) told the court that Kanu’s illness wasn’t life-threatening. The team concluded that Kanu is fit to stand trial. The medical team was ordered by Justice James Omotosho, to ascertain Kanu’s actual health status following conflicting claims on the issue by medical experts engaged by the prosecution and the defence. In the panel’s report, submitted to the court on October 13 by the prosecution team led by Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN), part of which was read in the open court during Thursday’s proceedings, it was stated the the defendant’s ailment is not life threatening. Based on the report, and in the absence of any objection from lawyers to parties, Justice Omotosho said the court was convinced that the defendant could proceed with the tri...

A Customs officer, identified as Assistant Superintendent of Customs (ASC) Lawal Tukur, has been found dead in a hotel room in Katsina metropolis. Zagazola report that the  incident occurred on Oct. 15 at Murjani Hotel, Katsina, where the deceased had lodged. According to reports, hotel staff discovered the officer lying lifeless in his room at about 8:30 a.m. and immediately raised the alarm. Sources at the hotel said some empty sachets of suspected substances were found in the waste basket of the room. Three women, identified as Khadija Ali, 34, of Dutsin Amare Quarters, Katsina; Aisha Lawal, 30, of Ingawa Local Government Area; and Hafsat Yusuf, 22, of Brigade Quarters, Kano, were reportedly in the hotel at the time of the incident. It was gathered that Khadija and Aisha spent the night with the deceased, while Hafsat visited them later and also lodged in the same hotel. The body of the officer was taken to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Katsina, where he was confirmed dead b...

 Concerned Igbo youths under the platform of Rescue Alaigbo, has vowed to resist the planned nationwide protest for the release of IPOB LEADER NNAMDI KANU. The group headed by An Igbo Activist popularly Known as IJELE SPEAKS wrote to the DSS informing them about their counter protest. The activists insisted that if Nnamdi Kanu is released the peace and stability being enjoyed by the good people of the South east since the capture of GENTLE THE YAHOO will disappear. 

 The teary 🥲 image of a church in Anambra state - receiving attention from faithfuls after been over grown with weeds/bushes as a result of IPOB/ESN criminal elements occupation of the town for over 2 years - rendering the entire town desolate. 

 Heavy gunfighting in San in the Ségou Region of Mali in the night of Oct. 15, 2025.

 CCTV footage shows the moment gunmen hijacked a young man’s car last night in Alakahia, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

 Armed bandits have attacked a private vehicle along the New-Bussa–Babanna Road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, leaving five persons injured. Zagazola Makama learnt that the  incident occurred on Sunday at about 4:00 p.m. when the victims, identified as Alhaji Fatayi Raheemi, his wife and family members, were travelling in a Mercedes Compressor car from New-Bussa to Babanna. Sources said the hoodlums opened fire on the moving vehicle near Ehka Kuka/Audu Fari village, resulting in gunshot injuries to all occupants. Security  patrol team from Babanna Division later evacuated the victims Fatayi Raheemi, 38; Fatima Nurudeen, 27; Munirat Isyaka, 25; Aishat Ismail, 25; and Rashidat Fatayi, 30 to the Primary Health Centre, Babanna, where they are receiving treatment. The vehicle was recovered to the Babanna Police Station, while efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators.

 Madagascar’s military has declared control of the island nation, following a dramatic escalation in political unrest. Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who led a mutiny alongside youth-led protesters, announced on national radio, “We have taken the power.” The crisis erupted after President Andry Rajoelina fled the country amid mounting pressure from widespread Gen Z protests demanding his resignation. The 51-year-old leader left aboard a French military jet but continues to refuse stepping down. Earlier, Rajoelina attempted to dissolve the National Assembly by decree, a move swiftly dismissed by opposition leaders as unconstitutional and invalid. In response, the parliament voted overwhelmingly to impeach the president, passing the motion with 130 votes in favor and only one blank ballot, citing “desertion of duty” after his departure. The presidency has yet to respond to Colonel Randrianirina’s announcement but had previously declared the parliamentary session “null and void.” Rajo...

 In a coordinated operation to enhance security across the Joint Operations Area, troops of Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP) in collaboration with that of Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) tracked and  apprehended two notorious gunrunners on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. The suspects, Mr. Abdullahi Balarabe (40) and his wife, Shafaatu Abdullahi (18), were intercepted at a snap checkpoint established by the joint troops of JTF OPEP and OPFY at the outskirts of Saminaka in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The operation, prompted by auctionable intelligence from an intelligence agency in Plateau State, led to the recovery of 1,207 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition. The ammunition was believed to be bound for armed groups operating in the North West. Following their arrest, the suspects and the recovered ammunition are in own custody for further investigation and follow-up action to dismantle the wider gunrunning network. Major General Folush...

 The Nigerian Army (NA) troops of 2 Division/Sector 3 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have continued to sustain operations against criminal elements operating within its Area of Responsibility (AOR). During a night patrol along Egbe - Okuran in Kogi State, and Okoloke through Patigi in Kwara State, on 13 October, 2025, troops intercepted 9 kidnapped victims at Essalu community, in Yagba west LGA of Kogi State. Amongst the rescued victims are 4 males, and 5 females who were kidnapped from their community, Matoku, in Patigi LGA of Kwara State on 24 September, 2025. On interrogation, the victims revealed that about 3 weeks ago, terrorists raided their village, Matoku, in Patigi LGA of Kwara State, and  kidnapped several persons. It was also disclosed that the criminals rustled unconfirmed number of cattle.  The milestone achievement was as a result of the continued extensive clearance operations by troops of 2 Division/Sector 3 Operation FANSAN YAMMA around Esanlu, Patigi, Babasango...

 Armed men have abducted a young woman identified as Abubakar Adiza, daughter of a cattle herder, during an attack on their ranch at Otefon village in Oyo State. Zagazola gathered on Tuesday that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 10:10 p.m. when seven armed men stormed the residence of Mohammed Abubakar and his elder brother, Malili Yusuf, at Oniyo village via Oyo. The suspects reportedly forced their way into the house after ordering the occupants to open the door at gunpoint. They ransacked the rooms, stealing N30,000, four mobile phones, and some clothes before abducting Adiza. Sources said the abductors later used the victim’s phone to contact her family and demand ransom. On receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer, Atiba Division, promptly mobilised a combined team of police operatives, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes, and local hunters to the area. The joint security team has since launched a search operation in the surrounding bushes to rescue the victim, while...

 Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed 12 bandits during a clash at Mabai village in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. Zagazola gathered that the  incident occurred on Sunday at about 5:30 p.m., shortly after a peace accord meeting held at Kakumi village in Bakori LGA. Sources said that the bandits, while passing in front of a military base at Mabai, engaged the troops in a gun duel, leading to the death of 12 of the assailants. Two army personnel sustained serious injuries during the encounter and were referred to the Medical Centre in Katsina for treatment. The sources said the situation in the area had since been brought under control, with intensive patrols and monitoring activities ongoing to forestall further breakdown of law and order.

 Yesterday in Katsina State, bånd!ts reportedly held peace talks across five different local government areas😳😭🙆

 A Nigerian journalist, Nokai Origin, has shared a captivating firsthand account of her transformative experience at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji, during Exercise HASKE BIYU 2025, where she joined members of Course 47 in a month-long military immersion programme. institution.” The exercise, designed to bridge civil-military understanding, offered participants an opportunity to experience life in uniform  a rare glimpse into the discipline, precision, and mental toughness that define the Nigerian Armed Forces. Recounting her experience, the journalist described it as “a journey of unlearning, learning, and relearning,” adding that she had little idea what awaited her when she set out for the prestigious military institution earlier in September. “It was experiencing the military setup and routines, immersing in the tradition, drills, discipline, and conduct,” she said. “A time for some of us to get into the khaki and boots to feel and experience firs...

 DSS Intercepts Cache Of Sophisticated Weapons In Delta State, Arrests Two Suspects.

 The Nigerian Army Troops  in Niger State have neutralised an unspecified number of armed bandits during a fierce gun battle along Tungan-Magajiya–Sabongari road. Zagazola Makama gathered that the encounter occurred on Oct. 12 at about 6 a.m. According to the sources, the bandits, who arrived in large numbers, engaged the troops in an exchange of gunfire, but were subdued with superior firepower. The sources  stated that several bandits were neutralised during the operation, while others fled with gunshot injuries. The sources added that the bandits fired at a military armoured personnel carrier (APC), damaging its four tyres, but there was no casualty recorded among the troops. Efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing criminals.

 The family of the late Bilyaminu Ahmed Bello has expressed deep disappointment over the recent presidential pardon granted to Maryam Sanda, who was convicted and sentenced to death for his murder in 2020. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Dr. Bello Haliu Mohammed (OFR), Dangaladiman Gwandu, on behalf of the family, they described the clemency as an act that “inflicts inexorable pain” and reopens old wounds that had barely begun to heal. The family said that while they had chosen silence over the years out of respect for due process and the welfare of the two children of the deceased, the recent development had forced them to speak publicly. Sanda was convicted by the Federal Capital Territory High Court on Jan. 27, 2020, for the murder of her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, which occurred on Nov. 19, 2017. Her conviction and death sentence were upheld by both the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court in 2020 and 2023, respectively. The family said they had accepted the court...

 Man narrated how a Nigerian soldier ståbbed his elder brother, Mr. Ugo, to de@th yesterday evening around 7 p.m. at the entrance of a private estate in Otokutu, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State😢

 The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have foiled a robbery attempt and killed one suspected robber during a gun duel in Giri Village, behind the University of Abuja Staff Quarters. Sources said the incident occurred at about 3:20 a.m. when armed robbers invaded the area. In a swift response, police patrol teams from Tungan Maje Division, in collaboration with members of the Civilian JTF and vigilantes, were mobilised to the scene and engaged the hoodlums in a gun battle. One of the suspects sustained bullet injuries and was rushed to the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor on duty, while others escaped. Items recovered from the scene include a POS machine, four mobile phones and a cutlass. The sources said efforts were ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.

 CCTV footage captured the moment a man walked into a Catholic church chapel and støle a monstrance containing the Blessed Sacrament😳🙆

 Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with local vigilantes, have intercepted suspected logistics couriers transporting hard drugs and motorcycle spare parts from Lagos to Zamfara State. Nigerian Army said that the suspects were arrested during an operation by troops of 8 Division Garrison. The suspects have been handed over to the Department of State Services (DSS) for further investigation. In a related operation, troops of 1 Brigade responded to distress calls in Anka Local Government Area, rescuing abducted victims and neutralizing several terrorists during a pursuit.

PARDONED 1. Nweke Francis Chibueze, aged 44, serving a life sentence at Kirikiri for cocaine. 2. Dr Nwogu Peters, aged 67; Serving a 17-year jail term for fraud. Sentenced in 2013. 3. Mrs Anastasia Daniel Nwaoba, aged 63. Already served a sentence for fraud 4. Barr. Hussaini Alhaji Umar, aged 58. Sentenced in 2023 to pay a fine of N150M in the ICPC case 5. Ayinla Saadu Alanamu, age 63, was sentenced to seven years for bribery in 2019 and has served the sentence. 6. Hon. Farouk M. Lawan, aged 62. Sentenced to five years in 2021 for Corrupt Practices and had served the sentence. POSTHUMOUS PARDON 7. Sir Herbert Macaulay was banned from public office for misappropriation of funds and sentenced in 1913 by the British colonialists. 8. Major-General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, age 46, Sentenced in 1986 for treason: related to an alleged coup plot POSTHUMOUS PARDON: THE OGONI NINE 9. Ken Saro Wiwa. Sentenced for murder 10. Saturday Dobee. Sentenced for murder 11. Nordu Eawa. Sentenced for murder 12. D...