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  • No Boko Haram suspects apprehended in Lagos – Police

    No Boko Haram suspects apprehended in Lagos – Police

    The Police Command in Lagos State has debunked a publication in some newspapers dated April 17, 2025 asserting that hundreds of Boko Haram suspects have been apprehended in Lagos.

    The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin refuted this in a statement on Friday in Lagos.

    He said that following the publication, the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Olohundare Jimoh, directed an immediate investigation into the report to ascertain the true position of the claim.

    “The outcome of the investigation reveals that there is nowhere throughout Lagos State that the group mentioned in the report – Boko Haram – were seen or sighted or arrested.

    “Furthermore, in the trailer park communities mentioned, the leaders, operators, and drivers in the indicated places in the report clarified to the police that there were no such elements of Boko Haram seen or arrested in those localities.

    “The command, notwithstanding, deployed surveillance police detectives, the Lagos State Police Intelligence Department (SID), and other formations of the Force to the mentioned places for the purpose of verification of the claim.

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    “No one confirmed the presence or arrest of such group members as reported in the write-up throughout Lagos State.

    “Therefore, the report in its entirety is false, malicious, and ill-intended to cause fear and apprehension in the minds of the public,” he said.

    Hundeyin enjoined residents to disregard and discountenance the write-up as untrue and a figment of the imagination of the writer which was very unfortunate and despicable and should be outrightly ignored.

    “Members of the public are encouraged by the Commissioner of Police to go about their duties and other means of livelihood without fear or apprehension, ” he said.

    The image maker enjoined the media not to allow the use of their esteemed publications to incite fake news, and outright falsehood that could jeopardise the peace and tranquility being enjoyed in the state.

    “The writer of the story is advised to verify facts and truth of any information before going to the press,” he said.

    The spokesperson assured residents of their safety and the police commitment to protection of lives and property in the state.

    He encouraged residents to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or call the control room on 08063299264.

    (NAN) 

  • No Boko Haram insurgents arrested in Lagos

    No Boko Haram insurgents arrested in Lagos

    The Lagos State Police Command has described as untrue, reports attributed to Civilian Joint Taskforce (CJTF) that hundreds of Boko Haram suspects were arrested in Lagos.

    The command in a statement last night, said Boko Haram had not been sighted nor seen in Lagos State, describing the report as false, malicious, and ill-intended to cause fear and apprehension.

    The statement, which was signed by the Police spokesman, Chief Superintendent of Police, Benjamin Hundeyin, said the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, directed an investigation following the claim.

    “Furthermore, in the trailer park communities mentioned, the leaders,  operators, and drivers in the indicated places in the report clarified to the police that there were no such elements of Boko Haram seen in those localities.

    “The command, notwithstanding, deployed surveillance police detectives, the State Intelligence Department (SID), and other formations of the Force to the mentioned places for the purpose of verification of the claim. No one confirmed the presence of such a group as reported in the report throughout Lagos State,” said the police.

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    The command urged residents to disregard the article as untrue, adding that it was unfortunate, and should be ignored.

    “Members of the public in Lagos State are encouraged by the Commissioner of Police to go about their duties and other means of livelihood without fear or apprehension.

    “The media are enjoined not to allow the use of their very esteemed publications to  be used to incite fake news, and outright falsehood that can jeopardize the peace and tranquility being enjoyed in Lagos State.

    “The Lagos State Police Command wishes to assure Lagosians of their safety and will not be distracted from ensuring adequate security for all Lagosians and the ultimate protection of life and property in the state.

    “Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or call the control room,” the police command added.

  • No Boko Haram arrested in Lagos, say police 

    No Boko Haram arrested in Lagos, say police 

    The Lagos Police Command has described as untrue, reports attributed to Civilian Joint Taskforce (CJTF) that hundreds of Boko Haram suspects were arrested in Lagos.

    The command in a statement said Boko Haram has not been sighted nor seen anywhere in Lagos State, describing the report as false, malicious, and ill-intended to cause fear and apprehension in the minds of the public.

    The statement by spokesman, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the Commissioner of Police (CP) Olohundare Moshood Jimoh directed an investigation following the claim.

    “Furthermore, in the trailer park communities mentioned, the leaders,  operators, and drivers in the indicated places in the report clarified to the police that there were no such elements of Boko Haram seen in those localities.

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    “The command, notwithstanding, deployed surveillance police detectives, the State Intelligence Department (SID), and other formations of the Force to the mentioned places for the purpose of verification of the claim. No one confirmed the presence of such group as reported in the report throughout Lagos State,” the police said.

    The Command urged residents to disregard the write-up as untrue, adding that it was unfortunate, despicable and should be outrightly ignored. 

    “Members of the public in Lagos State are encouraged by the Commissioner of Police to go about their duties and other means of livelihood without fear or apprehension.

    “The media are enjoined not to allow the use of their very esteemed publications to  be used to incite fake news, and outright falsehood that can jeopardize the peace and tranquility being enjoyed in Lagos State. 

    “The Lagos State Police Command wishes to assure Lagosians of their safety and will not be distracted from ensuring adequate security for all Lagosians and the ultimate protection of life and property in the state.

    “Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or call the control room on 08063299264,” the police command added.

  • Ahmadu Bello Foundation urges stronger security amid Boko Haram resurgence, Plateau killings

    Ahmadu Bello Foundation urges stronger security amid Boko Haram resurgence, Plateau killings

    The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) has renewed its call for heightened security across Nigeria, particularly in light of the renewed activities of Boko Haram and continued attacks in Plateau and Borno states.

    Condemning the persistent and senseless killings of innocent citizens, the Foundation described the violence as unacceptable and called for urgent action to protect lives and restore peace in affected communities.

    Speaking during an interactive session with select journalists at the Foundation’s headquarters in Kaduna, Director General Engr. Abubakar Gambo Umar stressed the importance of strengthening national security.

    “I urge us all to recognise the necessity of enhanced security measures, especially to address the resurgence of Boko Haram activities in Borno State as well as permanently uprooting banditry across the nation,” he said. “The safety of our citizens should be a priority, and we must call upon our leaders to ensure that effective strategies are implemented to protect our communities.”

    On a more positive note, Umar commended government efforts aimed at reducing the cost of food commodities.

    He noted that the initiative is critical in easing the economic burden on families and called for continued progress in that direction.

    “As we gather here today, we cannot ignore the socio-political climate of our country. We are witnessing troubling attempts to sow disunity and disharmony among our citizens for political gain. This is a moment to reflect on the importance of solidarity in our diversity.

    “Moreover, the recent killings in Plateau State have brought about a wave of sadness across our nation, resulting in the needless loss of precious lives. We must collectively denounce violence and work towards peaceful coexistence,” he stated.

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    “Our Foundation is committed to addressing socio-economic challenges, advocating for peace, and promoting national unity through various initiatives and programs. Over the years, we have engaged in activities that focus on education, health, agriculture, and good governance, all aimed at improving the lives of our citizens”.

    He reiterated the commitment to fostering a cordial working relationship between the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation and the media houses, stressing that together, we can drive meaningful change and inspire hope in our communities.

    “We deeply appreciate your unwavering support in disseminating information about our activities. Your role in informing the public is invaluable, and it strengthens our collective efforts to promote positive change in society. It is part of our core mandate at the Foundation to intervene in critical, topical national issues, providing direction not only for our leaders at various levels but also guiding our citizens towards informed decision-making.”

  • Seven feared killed, vehicles destroyed as Boko Haram attacks Adamawa communities

    Seven feared killed, vehicles destroyed as Boko Haram attacks Adamawa communities

    Seven people have reportedly been killed by suspected Boko Haram insurgents who attacked two communities in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

    The attacks occurred on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, when the insurgents stormed the Banga and Larh communities with guns and explosive devices, killing their victims and bombing vehicles along their path.

    Initial reports from residents put the death toll at six, but the confirmed number has since risen to seven.

    In Banga, a vigilante was killed by a bomb blast, while two other men were shot dead. A woman also tragically died after falling while attempting to flee. Two fatalities were recorded in nearby Larh.

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    The attack also left one boy unaccounted for, with reports stating that his phone was ringing but went unanswered when family and friends tried to contact him.

    Among the assets destroyed in the assault was a police van from Garaha, which was stationed in Banga and destroyed by a Boko Haram bomb.

    The chairman of Hong Local Government Area, Usman Wa’aganda, confirmed the tragic events in a phone interview on Wednesday, stating that seven lives were lost in the insurgent attack.

  • Boko Haram now standing on its last leg, says Idris

    Boko Haram now standing on its last leg, says Idris

    Boko Haram terrorists group is on the verge of being eliminated, Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris has said.

    He told France24 in an interview that the days of the terrorists are numbered.

    Idris said: “I think they’re on their last legs.

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    “Hitherto, they were holding territories especially in the north eastern part of Nigeria—local governments, towns, cities—now its no longer the case.

    “They’ve largely dissipated; they’ve ran into the bushes and coming to take some soft targets.

    “We’re not saying we have 100 percent exterminated Boko Haram, but I think that we have degraded Boko Haram significantly for them to pose any significant challenge for us as a country.”

    The minister also roped the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) among terrorist organisations that are standing “on their last legs” while adding that security agencies would soon “crush” the Lakurawa group.

  • Borno Gov concerned over resurgence of Boko Haram attacks

    Borno Gov concerned over resurgence of Boko Haram attacks

    Borno Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has raised concern over resurgence of Boko Haram activities in the State.

    The Governor raised the concern during a Special Expanded Security Meeting in Maiduguri, the state capital. 

    The high-level meeting was attended by the General Officer Commanding 7 Division, Maj.-Gen Abubakar Haruna; sector commanders, the Commissioner of Police, other heads of security agencies, the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Garbai Al-Amin El-Kanemi, and other first class traditional rulers in the state.

    The Governor described the recent terrorist attacks on military formations in the state as “disheartening” and a “setback in the fragile state of Borno and the North East region.”

    He called for a military’s technology upgrade to tackle the activities of Boko Haram and other terrorist groups in the state.

    Zulum believes that advanced technology was key to bolstering the military’s capacity to combat terrorism ravaging Borno and other neighbouring states.

    Read Also: NAF strikes destroy Boko Haram enclave in Mandara mountain

    “More efforts have to be put in place through equipping and deploying of technological warfare to the military to stem the tide of all renewed attacks bedeviling parts of the Sahelian Borno, which shares an international border with three African countries of Chad, Niger, and Cameroon,” he said.

    The Governor praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s continued support to the military and other security agencies to fight insecurity in the country.

    Shehu of Borno acknowledged the military’s efforts in fighting Boko Haram and other terror groups in the state. 

    The Shehu, however, raised concerns over some local government areas still without civil authorities due to the ongoing insurgency.

    He appealed to the Federal Government to prioritise the reconstruction of critical road networks, including the Biu-Damboa-Maiduguri, Maiduguri-Dikwa-Ngala, Maiduguri-Monguno-Kukawa, and Biu-Damaturu highways, to enhance security and development of the State. 

  • Solve Boko Haram’s issue in Zabon Gari Damboa first, Karimi advises Ndume

    Solve Boko Haram’s issue in Zabon Gari Damboa first, Karimi advises Ndume

    Senator Sunday Karimi (Kogi West) on Tuesday took a swipe at Senator Ali Ndume (Borno South), over the latter’s smattering remarks about President Bola Tinubu and those he described as the President’s “attack dogs”.

    Ndume, who appeared as a guest of Arise TV programme “Prime Time” show, criticised what he termed illegality and excesses of government under Tinubu’s leadership. 

    He warned that Nigeria is standing on the precipice with three budgets running concurrently, huge government borrowing often without the approval of the National Assembly and what he described as gross infraction on the federal character provisions of the Nigerian Constitution with more than 70 percent of Tinubu’s appointees allegedly coming from just the South West.

    He also said security is being ignored with the wave of killings of dozens in Plateau State in the aftermath of the tragical occurrences in Edo State and the resurgence of the Boko Haram and ISWAP  in his home state, Borno. 

    “As a Nigerian, I have the right to voice this out, but Tinubu’s attack dogs will attack me and not the message. It is not personal,” he said. 

    Reacting, Karimi who like Ndume is a member of 

    the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Senate caucus, said rather than playing to the gallery and criticising government, Senator Ndume, as a leader of his people, should go back, liaise with his people on solving Boko Haram problems. 

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    He noted that the country has lost a lot of soldiers and trillions of Naira fighting insurgents in Ndume’s Senatorial District in the last decades.

    “In fact I lost one of the young officers, a captain in the Army from my Senatorial District serving in his community three weeks ago. 

    “Lots of young Nigerians had lost their lives fighting to defend the territorial integrity of our country. 

    “Over 50 percent of Nigeria’s earnings in the last few years are being expended on fighting insurgency. 

    “Rather than playing to the gallery and criticising government, Senator Ndume, as a leader of his people, should go back, liaise with his people on solving Boko Haram problems. Every security-related issue has a local solution,” Karimi said. 

  • NAF strikes destroy Boko Haram enclave in Mandara mountain

    NAF strikes destroy Boko Haram enclave in Mandara mountain

    Airstrike by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft have destroyed one of Boko Haram’s hideouts within the treacherous Mandara Mountain in Borno State.

    The strike was conducted against the terrorists were in Chikide and Degbewa on March 16. 

    Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information,Group Captain, Kabiru Ali, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, March 18.

    According to Ali, the strikes delivered a “crippling blow to the terrorists’ stronghold and disrupted their activities.”

    He said: “Acting on credible Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data, reports indicated that the notorious terrorist leader, Ali Ngulde, and his fighters had planned a high-level engagement at the location. 

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    “ISR missions over the area confirmed terrorist activity at a key assembly point in Degbewa, alongside the presence of heavily fortified structures equipped with solar-powered installations – clear evidence of an active command hub.

    “Following this intelligence, the NAF immediately launched a precision night strike under the cover of darkness, achieving complete surprise. 

    “The coordinated firepower extensively destroyed the terrorists’ logistics and command centre, igniting large fires that obliterated multiple structures and eliminated scores of terrorists in their hideouts.”

  • JUST IN: Suspected Boko Haram insurgents raze villages in Adamawa, loot property 

    JUST IN: Suspected Boko Haram insurgents raze villages in Adamawa, loot property 

    Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have launched an attack on Kwapre and surrounding villages in Hong local government area of Adamawa state, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

    Eyewitnesses reported that the attack began at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, and lasted into the early hours of Wednesday, February 26, during which schools, houses, and businesses were set ablaze and valuable assets were looted.

    The village head of Kwapre, Joel Kulaha, and his counterpart from King village, Abalis Jawaja, told our correspondent how the heavily armed terrorists stormed the communities, burning buildings and carting away valuables.

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    It was gathered that no lives were lost, as residents had been forewarned of the attack and fled their homes before the insurgents arrived.

    “We escaped with our lives, but everything we own is gone,” Kulaha lamented.

    A source said soldiers stationed in nearby Garaha town responded after some time, engaging the attackers in a gun battle and forcing them to retreat. 

    However, the intervention came too late to prevent the extensive destruction.

    Recall that Kwapre has suffered multiple Boko Haram attacks in the past, as Adamawa remains one of the three northeastern states hardest hit by the insurgency.