Location Intelligence - Edo State
Tracked Incidents (2026)
52
Most Prevalent Risk
Kidnapping, Homicide
Most Affected LGA
Oredo
Operational Score
1.16
Ranked 17thInsights
Activity Pace
Edo state has experienced a high number of incidents, with 19 incidents in January and 10 in February, indicating a potential slowing trend. Further monitoring is required to confirm this trend.
Rising Risk
Kidnapping is the most frequent risk in Edo state, with 13 incidents, and bandits/underground groups are the primary actors involved in these incidents. Enhanced security measures should be implemented to mitigate this risk.
Severity Level
Homicide is the second most frequent risk in Edo state, with 3 incidents, and citizens are the primary actors involved in these incidents. Law enforcement should focus on de-escalation techniques and community engagement to reduce lethal violence.
Future Outlook
Given the high crime index score of 1.31 and rank of 10, Edo state is expected to remain a high-risk area in 2026. Proactive security measures and community engagement are necessary to mitigate potential risks and reduce the crime index score.
Incidents in 2026 (Monthly)
Prevalent Risk
High Impact Incidents in Edo (2026)
Incidents by Actors
Operational Risk
| Indicator | Incidents (Current) | Incidents (Prev) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kidnapping | 19 | 35 | Improving |
| Terrorism | 4 | 0 | Escalating |
| Drug Trafficking/Drug Abuse | 3 | 6 | Improving |
| Assaults | 2 | 8 | Improving |
| Firearms Trafficking | 2 | 5 | Improving |
| Armed Robbery | 1 | 11 | Improving |
| Fraud | 1 | 7 | Improving |
| Human Trafficking | 1 | 3 | Improving |
| Infrastructural Sabotage | 1 | 1 | Stable |
| Rape | 1 | 1 | Stable |
| Theft | 1 | 2 | Improving |