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Security Operatives Foil Bandit Attack on Kogi Community
From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
Security operatives in Kogi State on Saturday foiled an attempted bandit attack on Ikoyi community in Ijumu Local Government Area, preventing what authorities described as a major security breach.
The attack occurred at about 7:00 p.m. when armed bandits reportedly stormed a gathering in the community with the intention of abducting participants and causing panic among residents.
According to the Kogi State Government, the gathering involved members of the Tiv community and was allegedly held in violation of an existing government security directive restricting public social gatherings beyond 4:00 p.m.
In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, security personnel comprising the Nigerian military, the Nigeria Police Force, operatives of the Kogi State Vigilante Service and local hunters responded to distress calls within five minutes of the incident.
The swift intervention led to a gun battle between the security operatives and the attackers, forcing the bandits to abandon their mission and flee into nearby forests.
However, one member of the Tiv community was killed during the attack, while another sustained gunshot injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.
According to the state government, intelligence reports indicate that several of the fleeing attackers suffered gunshot wounds during the confrontation.
The government urged residents to support ongoing security operations by reporting anyone found with suspicious gunshot injuries or seeking treatment for firearm-related wounds to the nearest security agency.
Fanwo said the incident demonstrated the effectiveness of Kogi State’s community-based security architecture and the collaboration among conventional security agencies, vigilante operatives and local hunters.
He noted that the integration of the Kogi State Vigilante Service into the mainstream civil service, as well as pensionable appointments approved by the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, had strengthened intelligence gathering and rapid response capabilities across the state.
The commissioner also commended the Hunters Group for its contribution to grassroots security operations, describing it as a vital component of the state’s security framework.
He praised all security personnel involved in the operation for their courage, professionalism and sacrifice, noting that their prompt response prevented what could have escalated into a large-scale security crisis.
Fanwo assured residents that the state government remains committed to protecting lives and property and will continue to support security agencies in maintaining peace and security across Kogi State.
He also urged citizens to remain vigilant and provide credible information to security agencies to aid ongoing efforts to combat crime.
Security agencies have since launched a manhunt for the fleeing suspects.
By Abigail David
The Federal Government has confirmed plans to replace the traditional khaki uniform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) with locally produced Adire fabric as part of ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the scheme.
Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, disclosed the plan on Thursday during an interview on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, saying the initiative is designed to promote local textile production and keep government spending within the Nigerian economy.
According to the minister, Adire is produced in states including Ogun and Kwara, and adopting the fabric for NYSC uniforms would support local manufacturers and strengthen the country’s textile industry.
Olawande also said corps members would increasingly be deployed based on their academic qualifications under the proposed reforms. He explained that graduates of education-related courses, for example, would be posted to schools in line with their professional training to improve the impact of the scheme.
On security, the minister said the government is considering posting corps members to regions where they studied or are familiar with the environment, particularly in areas facing security challenges. He noted that the approach would address safety concerns while making deployments more practical.
He also dismissed reports that the military would be removed from the NYSC, describing such claims as inaccurate. According to him, the armed forces will continue to provide security support for corps members nationwide.
The proposed changes follow the approval by the Federal Executive Council of a comprehensive overhaul of the NYSC, the first major reform of the scheme since its establishment in 1973. As part of the reforms, the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development have been directed to amend the NYSC Act and relevant regulations to accommodate the new framework.
Under the approved structure, the operational leadership of the NYSC will be headed by a civilian, while the military will retain its role in providing security support.
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Two Killed in Plateau Attack as Berom Group Reports Four Suspected Assailants Killed in Separate Incident
By Israel Adamu
Two residents were killed in an attack on Zargwok community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, while four suspected assailants were reportedly killed in a separate confrontation in Jos South Local Government Area, according to the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM).
In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, the association said gunmen attacked Zargwok community at about 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, killing Ayuba Danladi, 33, and Luka Macham, 35, who were reportedly on community patrol. BYM said their bodies were deposited at the ECWA Clinic.
The association also responded to claims by the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) that four of its members were killed around the Gero–Rafin Bauna axis of Jos South Local Government Area.
According to BYM, the four individuals were among a group that allegedly attacked a mining site in Nyango, Gyel District, on June 29, resulting in the deaths of three local miners and injuries to two others. The association claimed local vigilantes later confronted the group, during which four suspected attackers were killed.
These claims have not been independently verified.
BYM called on security agencies to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into both incidents, identify those responsible, and strengthen security in affected communities.As of the time of filing this report, the Plateau State Police Command had not issued an official statement. Efforts to reach the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful.
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Two Killed in Plateau Attack as Berom Group Reports Four Suspected Assailants Killed in Separate Incident
By Israel Adamu
Two residents were killed in an attack on Zargwok community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, while four suspected assailants were reportedly killed in a separate confrontation in Jos South Local Government Area, according to the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM).
In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, the association said gunmen attacked Zargwok community at about 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, killing Ayuba Danladi, 33, and Luka Macham, 35, who were reportedly on community patrol. BYM said their bodies were deposited at the ECWA Clinic.
The association also responded to claims by the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) that four of its members were killed around the Gero–Rafin Bauna axis of Jos South Local Government Area.
According to BYM, the four individuals were among a group that allegedly attacked a mining site in Nyango, Gyel District, on June 29, resulting in the deaths of three local miners and injuries to two others. The association claimed local vigilantes later confronted the group, during which four suspected attackers were killed.These claims have not been independently verified.
BYM called on security agencies to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into both incidents, identify those responsible, and strengthen security in affected communities.
As of the time of filing this report, the Plateau State Police Command had not issued an official statement. Efforts to reach the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful.
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