Fresh controversy has emerged over Nigeria's fight against terrorism and banditry after a viral video allegedly showed notorious bandit leader Sani Yellow alive, despite earlier reports that he had been killed during a security operation in Zamfara State. The incident has generated widespread reactions across the country, with many Nigerians questioning the accuracy of official reports surrounding the operation. Security sources had earlier announced that a notorious bandit commander identified as Kachalla Sani Yellow was killed during a military offensive in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The announcement was welcomed as another major breakthrough in the campaign against armed criminal groups operating in the North-West. However, the situation took a dramatic turn when a video surfaced online showing a man claiming to be Sani Yellow. In the recording, he denied reports of his death and mocked the Nigerian government over the announcement, insisting t...

At least 18 people have been reported killed following a fresh attack on communities in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, after suspected armed attackers invaded the area in the early hours of Sunday, July 12, 2026. The deadly incident, which affected Akpachi and Otukpo-Nobi communities, caused panic among residents as several people lost their lives, while others sustained injuries. The attack also forced some families to flee their homes due to growing fears over their safety. According to reports from the affected communities, the attackers carried out the operation during the early hours, leaving residents devastated and increasing concerns over the security situation in the area. Families of victims have been thrown into mourning as community leaders continue to call for urgent intervention. The latest attack has renewed concerns over the safety of rural communities in Benue State, where residents have repeatedly raised alarm over violent inc...

Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, has once again been shaken by a series of deadly terror attacks, highlighting the persistent security challenges in northeastern Nigeria. The coordinated assaults, which occurred in the early evening, targeted multiple crowded locations across the city, leaving significant casualties and widespread fear among residents. According to reports from security authorities, at least 23 people were killed and over 100 others injured in what are believed to be suicide bombings carried out almost simultaneously. The explosions struck key public areas, including the Monday Market, a central post office hub, the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, and parts of the Kaleri neighborhood. These locations are known for high human traffic, which contributed to the scale of the casualties. Emergency responders and medical personnel were quickly mobilized, with hospitals in the city overwhelmed by the number of injured victims. Author...

In a grim reminder of the ongoing security challenges in northeastern Nigeria, Islamist militants launched a coordinated attack on two military bases in Borno State, resulting in the deaths of at least 14 Nigerian soldiers. The assault, which took place in the early hours of the morning, underscores the persistent threat posed by insurgent groups in the region. According to military sources, the militants struck simultaneously, using small arms, explosives, and improvised tactics designed to overwhelm the soldiers stationed at the bases. Eyewitnesses reported hearing intense gunfire and explosions, while residents fled nearby communities to avoid getting caught in the crossfire. The attacks left parts of the surrounding areas in panic as smoke rose from damaged military facilities. Military officials confirmed that the soldiers who lost their lives were engaged in defensive operations when the bases were attacked. Several others sustained injuries and were qui...

Nigeria’s security landscape has once again drawn international attention following a United States airstrike targeting terrorist elements operating within Nigerian territory. The strike, reportedly carried out against armed extremist groups responsible for repeated attacks on civilians and security forces, has sparked intense debate across the country. While the operation was presented as a counter-terrorism measure aimed at weakening violent networks, it has also raised questions about sovereignty, strategy, and the broader implications of foreign military involvement in Nigeria’s internal security affairs. According to information available on ground, the airstrike was described as a precision operation intended to neutralize terrorist camps and leadership structures linked to ongoing insecurity in parts of northern Nigeria. These groups have been blamed for mass killings, kidnappings, and displacement of local communities over several years. Security sources...