This security map indicates the intensity of threats across Nigeria in the last 7 days.
Legend:
- Low
- Moderate
- High
- Very High
- Severe
Disclaimer: While Risk Control takes every measure to provide accurate data, we are not liable for inadvertent errors. The map is intended for informative purposes only.
| No | State | Neighbourhood | Date | Incident | Associated Risk | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Edo | Igarra | February 02, 2026 | Edo State Police Command has arrested two suspected kidnappers who had earlier escaped arrest during the exchange of fire in one of the joint bush combing rescue operations in the State. | Increased crime rates, public fear, and community unrest | Medium |
| 22 | Sokoto | Tajaye | February 01, 2026 | Following a swift and intelligence-driven operation, the Sokoto State Police Command have foiled a cattle rustling operation in Goronyo Local Government Area and recovered firearm, ammunition and stolen livestock. | Theft, Loss of Livestock, Economic Disruption | Medium |
| 23 | Edo | Owan West | February 01, 2026 | The Edo State Police Command has arrested 13 suspects for kidnapping and vandalism and rescued three abducted victims during separate security operations across the state. | Human trafficking, Organized crime, Economic instability | Medium |
| 24 | Lagos | Ikorodu | February 01, 2026 | A fully loaded 40-foot containerised truck has overturned along Oke Gbegun, Ishagamu Road, near LASPOTECH, Ikorodu area of Lagos State, following an alleged brake failure. | Supply chain disruption, delayed deliveries | Medium |
| 25 | Niger | Agwara | February 01, 2026 | The Niger State Police Command has confirmed that suspected armed bandits set ablaze a police station and part of a church in Agwara community in the early hours of Sunday. | Violent Crime, Community Unrest, and Infrastructure Damage | High |
| 26 | Zamfara | Maru | February 01, 2026 | Some soldiers have been confirmed dead in a fierce firefight with notorious bandits in the Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. | Operational disruption, Loss of personnel, Security breaches | High |
| 27 | Nasarawa | Akwanga | February 01, 2026 | The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two serving police sergeants in connection with a suspected armed robbery operation, leading to the recovery of a stolen vehicle and weapons. | Escalating violence, Crime rates, Public disorder | Medium |