Group dismisses  army claim on rescue of abducted  Kaduna church worshippers, insist victims  still in captivity

The Kuturmi Unity Development Association (KUDA) has dismissed claims by the Nigerian Army that it rescued 31 worshippers abducted during an Easter church service in Ariko community, Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing the assertion as false. Bandits had invaded the community on Sunday, attacking three churches, killing six persons, and abducting 36…

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Troops kill 65 bandits in Zamfara

Troops of the Nigerian army have killed 65 bandits in a coordinated ground and air assault. Kachalla Iliya Sarki, son of a notorious kingpin, was said to be among those killed during the major operation in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara state. Sarki is the son of the wanted bandit leader Ado Allero. According to agency…

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Bandits kill 17 in attack on Benue community

Bandits have reportedly killed 17 in an attack on Mbalom community in Gwer-east Local Government Area of Benue state Many properties were also destroyed in the attack, which reportedly started at about 5pm on Saturday lasted till 10pm. The spokesperson of the Benue state police command, Udeme Edet, confirmed the incident in an interview with…

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