Crime
Terrorists Bomb Niger Bridge, Kill 8, Isolate Communities
Suspected terrorists early Monday detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) that destroyed a critical bridge linking several communities in Borgu Local Government Area, severing a key transportation route and claiming at least eight lives.
The attack occurred around 2:00 a.m. along Luma Road, where the bridge connects the Luma, Babana, and Agwara communities.
This vital link serves residents traveling to the weekly Babanna border market, a major economic hub held every Monday. The destruction has disrupted movement, trade, and access to essential services in the affected rural areas.
According to the Niger State Police Command spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, suspected terrorists believed to be operating from forests near Kainji National Park used explosives to bomb the bridge in an apparent effort to hinder ongoing counter-insurgency operations by security forces.
Tragically, the same attackers are reported to have planted another IED along the road, which detonated and struck a passing vehicle, killing all eight occupants. Clearance and monitoring operations have been intensified in the area, with authorities working to restore access and pursue the perpetrators.
The incident highlights the persistent security challenges in parts of Niger State, where armed groups have carried out repeated attacks on infrastructure and civilians in recent months. Local residents expressed concern over the economic impact, especially with the major market day coinciding with the attack’s aftermath.
Security agencies have urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities as efforts continue to secure the region and repair the damaged infrastructure.
Boko Haram militants have launched a deadly invasion of a community in Adamawa State, killing several residents and setting multiple houses ablaze.
The attack, described by local sources as sudden and coordinated, saw the fighters storm the area, opening fire on civilians and torching homes. Survivors reported scenes of chaos as residents fled in different directions to escape the assault. A number of people were confirmed dead, while others sustained injuries and are receiving treatment.
The burning of houses has left many families displaced, with properties and livelihoods destroyed in the violence. The community remains tense, and residents are calling for increased security presence to prevent further attacks.
Security forces are yet to issue a comprehensive official update on the incident, though reports indicate that troops have been mobilised to the area.
The assault is the latest in a series of raids attributed to the group in the northeast, underscoring the ongoing threat posed by the insurgents in Adamawa and neighbouring states.
More than 23 terrorists have been killed in renewed fighting between rival Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) factions in the Sambisa Forest area of Borno State, security sources say.
The latest clashes erupted around the Chingolo axis of Bama Local Government Area after Boko Haram fighters attacked ISWAP members advancing into the area. The fighting forms part of a fresh wave of hostilities that began about two days ago.
A video obtained by Zagazola Makama shows sustained exchanges of fire as both groups tried to consolidate positions and block the other from expanding influence inside the forest.
Preliminary intelligence puts the death toll at more than 23 on both sides since the latest round began, though exact figures for each faction could not be independently verified.
The violence underscores the ongoing rivalry between Boko Haram and ISWAP over territory, access routes, resources and control of fighters in Sambisa Forest and surrounding areas. The confrontation has further weakened both groups and disrupted their activities in a long-standing insurgent stronghold.
Security forces are closely monitoring the situation and exploiting intelligence on the factions’ movements. The military continues to target terrorist concentrations, logistics networks and hideouts across the North-East as part of efforts to degrade the insurgents.
Officials have urged communities near the forest to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movements. The situation remains fluid, with further clashes possible as both sides seek to reposition and reinforce their fighters.
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The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed that 10 of the 15 National Youth Service Corps members abducted by suspected bandits along the Aloma–Egane Expressway in Ofu Local Government Area have been rescued.
Commissioner of Police Naziru Bello Kankarofi said security operatives are combing surrounding forests and intensifying efforts to free the remaining victims.
He dismissed reports that the 10 rescued corps members were among the 11 persons freed during a joint security operation last week, clarifying that those earlier rescued were other travellers caught up in the same kidnapping incident.
The commissioner added that several suspects have been arrested in connection with the attack.
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