The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned recent attacks on Fulani herders in Kaduna State, accusing the government of failing to protect lives and property despite prior warnings about the impending violence. In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday by its State Chairman, Alhaji Abdulhamid Musa Albarka, the association said that compensation for the victims is not just a moral obligation, but also a constitutional right, given the government’s alleged failure to prevent or respond to the attacks. According to MACBAN, Suleiman Idris was murdered in cold blood, while Yusuf Abdullahi, Hamidu Dauda, and Ibrahim Hassan sustained severe and permanent injuries after being ambushed by armed militias in Tanda Village, located in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The association called on the authorities to launch a thorough investigation and bring the perpetrators to justice, stressing that such attacks must not be allowed to continue unchecked.

Lagos, Nigeria – A 35-year-old man has been remanded in custody by a Lagos State Magistrates’ Court for allegedly engaging in human trafficking and the sexual exploitation of a 15-year-old girl.   According to the prosecution, the suspect lured the victim from a neighboring state under the guise of providing her with a job in Lagos but instead subjected her to repeated abuse and forced labor.   The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) confirmed the arrest, stating that the case highlights the growing menace of child exploitation and human trafficking in urban centers.   The magistrate ordered the suspect’s remand pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The case has been adjourned until further notice.   Authorities urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities that may endanger children.

Niamey, Niger — At least 22 people have been killed after gunmen opened fire during a baptism ceremony in a rural community, local media reports said on Monday.   According to witnesses, the attackers stormed the gathering unexpectedly, shooting indiscriminately at attendees before fleeing the scene. The victims included men, women, and children who had gathered for the traditional ceremony.   Authorities have not yet confirmed the identity of the perpetrators, but armed groups operating in Niger’s border regions have frequently targeted civilians in recent years. Security forces have since intensified patrols in the affected area to prevent further attacks.   Human rights groups condemned the killings, urging the government to take stronger measures to protect vulnerable communities from insurgent violence that has plagued the Sahel nation.  

A Kanam Development Association (KADA) has issued a statement of grief and anger over the killing of the Head of Shuwaka Community, Malam Hudu Hassan Barau, popularly known as the King of Shuwaka from Kyaram area, Garga community in Kanam Local Government Area of ​​Plateau State. This was contained in a statement issued by the group on Monday Reports have confirmed that he was abducted about six days ago, where he was later killed and his body was found in Wanka Forest on the morning of Monday, September 15, 2025. In the statement, the group said the brutal act was a reminder of the long-standing security problem plaguing the area. The group accused the government at various levels of failing to take appropriate measures to contain the bandit attacks that have thrown the people of Garga and its environs into fear and panic. The group also called on the Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, to declare a state of emergency in Garga and deploy security forces capable of dealing with the situation. “We also urge the Senator representing Plateau Central, Senator Diket Plang, to use his seat to bring the federal government to bear and provide immediate assistance to the hundreds of affected people,” the group said. The statement also slammed the member of the House of Representatives representing Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam, Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, for what it called his silence and inaction over the killings in Kanam. “We call on the member of the state assembly representing Kantana constituency, Hon. Samila Bala Nomada to join hands with the government in ensuring that funds and assistance are provided for the security of his constituency,” the statement said. The group said it would no longer tolerate the silence and indifference of the leaders, demanding justice and security for the entire Garga and Kanam community.

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old man, Mubarak Bello of Kofar Yamma Quarters, Kurfi Local Government Area, over alleged illegal possession of firearms and impersonation. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday, September 14, 2025. He said the suspect was apprehended on Saturday, September 13, at about 2:30 a.m. during a routine patrol by operatives of the Operations Department under the supervision of Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Shehu. According to the statement, Bello, who was driving an ash-colored Toyota Corolla with registration number Lagos GGE 473 BH, was stopped for questioning but failed to provide a satisfactory explanation about himself and the vehicle. A search conducted on the car reportedly led to the recovery of a locally fabricated rifle, four live cartridges, two expended shells, a fake police identity card, and an extra license plate marked Kano FGE 68. The police spokesperson added that the suspect is currently in custody, while investigations are ongoing to ascertain the source of the firearm, the fake ID, and other exhibits recovered.

Anambra, Nigeria — Tragedy struck during a funeral in Anambra State when suspected cultists attacked mourners, killing four people.   The incident occurred in the Ogidi area of Idemili North Local Government Area, where armed cultists stormed the burial ceremony and opened fire on attendees.   Eyewitnesses said the assailants targeted rival group members believed to be present at the funeral. Panic ensued as mourners fled the scene, leaving several others injured.   The Anambra State Police Command confirmed the attack, stating that investigations are ongoing to apprehend those responsible and restore calm to the community.  

Ukum, Benue State, _Security forces have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.   Sources told our correspondent that the operation was based on credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m. The report indicated that a criminal gang led by Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.   According to the sources, security forces were swiftly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a fierce gun duel.   During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were killed, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.   The corpses of the two suspects have since been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt has been launched in the surrounding bushes to track down the fleeing accomplices.   Authorities assured residents that the clearance operation is part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs threatening peace and security.

Malumfashi, Katsina State,  – Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps, and local vigilantes, have successfully repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.   According to security sources, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an assault on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.   Troops and other operatives responded swiftly to a distress call, engaging the bandits in a fierce gun battle that forced them to retreat.   “During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised, and the rifle earlier seized from the commander was recovered,” a source disclosed.   Security agencies added that other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area to track down the attackers.  

Minna, Niger State – The Niger State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 30 suspected thugs during a Maulud celebration procession in the state.   The suspects were apprehended for engaging in violent activities that disrupted the peaceful religious event. According to the command, the arrests were made after reports of clashes among rival groups, which threatened public safety.   Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed that dangerous weapons, including knives and clubs, were recovered from the suspects. He added that the command had deployed additional personnel to ensure calm and protect worshippers during the celebration.   The Commissioner of Police, Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, reiterated the commitment of the force to maintaining peace and order, warning that any attempt to hijack religious gatherings for violence would not be tolerated.   The arrested suspects, according to the police, will be charged to court after investigations are concluded.

Abuja, Nigeria – Security operatives have launched an investigation after a lifeless body was discovered inside a parked vehicle at the National Assembly complex in Abuja.   The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening, caused panic among staff and visitors to the complex. Witnesses reported that the vehicle had been parked for hours before the shocking discovery was made.   The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that a team of forensic experts and detectives had been deployed to unravel the circumstances surrounding the death.   According to preliminary reports, the identity of the deceased has not yet been released pending family notification. Police authorities said an autopsy would be conducted to determine the exact cause of death, while security has been tightened around the Assembly premises.   Lawmakers and staff have called for heightened surveillance within the complex, stressing the need for stricter checks on vehicles entering the premises.

Accra, Ghana — At least 31 people have been killed in violent clashes between rival ethnic groups in northern and western Ghana, officials confirmed.   The conflict, which broke out on August 24 in the village of Gbiniyiri, in the Savannah region near the borders with Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso, has spread to nearby communities, worsening the humanitarian situation.   The clashes are between members of the Birifor and Gonja ethnic groups, who are locked in a dispute over the ownership of a parcel of land. The contested land was reportedly sold by a local traditional ruler without the consent of all claimants, triggering unrest.   According to reports, violence escalated after a buyer began transporting materials to the site to commence development. Enraged members of one of the groups retaliated by setting fire to the palace, reducing it to ashes.   The French news agency AFP reported that the death toll has risen to 31, with several others injured and thousands displaced as tensions spread across at least a dozen communities.   Authorities have yet to issue a comprehensive statement, but security forces have been deployed to restore calm.   The clashes mark one of the deadliest outbreaks of ethnic violence in recent years in Ghana, a country often seen as a model of stability in West Africa.

Niger State, Nigeria — The Inspector General of Police has ordered a full-scale investigation into the killing of a young woman, popularly known as Ammaye, who was burned to death by a mob in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State over alleged blasphemy.   The Niger State Police Command, confirming the incident, said Ammaye, a well-known food vendor at Garba Market, was attacked and killed before security forces could rescue her.   Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, said in a statement that efforts are ongoing to identify, arrest, and prosecute all perpetrators of the crime.   According to eyewitnesses, the violence erupted after Ammaye got into a disagreement with a young man, described as her brother. The man reportedly joked that he wanted to marry her “to fulfill the Sunnah,” to which she allegedly responded with words deemed blasphemous.   The matter was taken to the palace of the Garba Market Chief, where she was questioned. Witnesses said she repeated the remarks, prompting the Chief to hand her over to security forces for investigation. However, an angry mob overpowered the officers, demanding instant punishment.   The mob reportedly stoned Ammaye to death before setting her body on fire, around 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.   Abiodun condemned the incident, urging the public to remain calm and refrain from taking the law into their own hands.    “This act is unlawful, and we appeal to everyone to allow security personnel to discharge their duties in accordance with the law,” Abiodun said.     The police command reiterated its commitment to ensuring that justice is served and that those involved will face the full weight of the law.