Security in Nigeria

Key Security Incidents In Nigeria

07-Jan-2026

This security map indicates the intensity of threats across Nigeria in the last 7 days.

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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.

Curated Security Incidents For The Past 7 Days from Dec 31, 2025 to Jan 07, 2026
No State Neighbourhood Date Incident Associated Risk Impact
21 Lagos OshodiOke January 04, 2026 The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, has reported a serious road accident that occurred in the early hours along the Heritage Garden stretch of the OshodiOke route, leaving two passengers badly injured. Traffic congestion, accidents, and economic losses Medium
22 Plateau Bong January 04, 2026 Not less than seven persons have been reportedly killed by gunmen suspected to be Fulani bandits in Bong village of Doemak District in Quaan-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. Civil Unrest, Community Instability, Economic Decline High
23 Kogi Agbadu Bunu January 03, 2026 Troops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Lokoja, have conducted coordinated patrols and ambushes in Kabba Bunu and Yagba West local government areas of Kogi State. Organized Crime, Gun Violence, and Public Disorder High
24 Taraba Jalingo January 03, 2026 The Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN, Taraba State command has intercepted a large consignment of illicit drugs suspected to be Indian hemp (cannabis) in Jalingo, the state capital. Increased crime rates, public health risks, and resource strain Medium
25 Delta Asaba January 03, 2026 The Delta State Police Command has removed and sanctioned the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the GRA Division, Asaba, over allegations of extortion and intimidation involving a good Samaritan. Escalating community unrest, increased scrutiny, and potential litigation. Medium
26 Edo Auchi January 03, 2026 Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly killed Tahir Abu Emhoye, a younger brother of Abu Ibrahim Babatunde, who was abducted on January 1, 2026, in Auchi, the administrative headquarters of Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. Violence, Kidnapping, and Staff Safety Risks High
27 Niger Kasuwa Daji January 03, 2026 Communities in Agwarra and Borgu local government areas of Niger state have been attacked by terrorists, killing about 42 persons and abducting unconfirmed number of persons including children. Civil Unrest, Kidnapping, and Infrastructure Disruption Very High
28 Niger Kaima January 03, 2026 Communities in Agwarra and Borgu local government areas of Niger state have been attacked by terrorists, killing about 42 persons and abducting unconfirmed number of persons including children. Civil Unrest, Economic Instability, Human Trafficking Very High
29 Yobe Garbi January 03, 2026 No fewer than 25 persons died while 14 others are still missing after a boat capsized along Yobe River in Garbi town, Nguru Local Government Area of the state. Operational Disruption, Economic Loss, Regulatory Non-Compliance Very High
30 Oyo Ogbomosho January 03, 2026 The family of 52-year-old bricklayer Abidemi Alao is appealing for help following his disappearance while returning from a family event in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, last Saturday. Labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, operational delays Medium
31 Zamfara Hayin Kastinawa January 03, 2026 At least, 15 teenage girls were reportedly taken hostage in a bandit attack on Hayin Kastinawa in Gora Ward, Birnin Magaji LGA, Zamfara State. Kidnapping, Rape, Human Trafficking, Community Unrest High
32 Adamawa Tigno January 03, 2026 Two weeks after a peace dinner hosted by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri at the Yola Government House, hostilities have resumed between the Bachaman and Chobo communities in Lamurde Local Government Area, Adamawa State, with three Chobo women reportedly killed on their farms on Saturday. Civil unrest, Security breaches, Economic instability Medium
33 Edo Upper Uwa January 03, 2026 Suspected armed robbers have killed a Point-of-Sale operator, Raphael Eletanye, 38, during an attack in Benin City, Edo State. The incident occurred on January 3 at about 9:50 pm along Murtala Muhammed Way, near Upper Uwa Junction, where the deceased operated his business. Homicide Medium
34 Niger Ganaru January 03, 2026 At least three bomb explosives were reportedly discovered by farmers in Ganaru community, Zugurma district of Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State. Terrorism, Public Disorder, Infrastructure Damage High
35 Lagos Apapa January 02, 2026 Officers of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Apapa Area Command, working in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted 30 slabs of cocaine aboard the MV Aruna, a Marshall Islands-registered vessel. Illicit trade, Supply chain disruption, Organized crime Medium
36 Borno Takulashe January 02, 2026 Suspected kidnappers have killed a 56-year-old man and abducted his wife during a late-night attack in Takulashe village, Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack occurred around 9:30 pm on January 2, 2026, when gunmen stormed the victims home and opened fire. Security breaches, Travel disruptions, Economic instability Medium
37 Borno Takulashe January 02, 2026 Suspected kidnappers have killed a 56-year-old man and abducted his wife during a late-night attack in Takulashe village, Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack occurred around 9:30 pm on January 2, 2026, when gunmen stormed the victims home and opened fire. Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, Community Unrest Medium
38 Osun Iwaraja January 02, 2026 The Osun Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has confirmed the death of one person following a fatal lone road traffic crash along the IlesaIpetu route in Osun State on Friday. Disruption of supply chains, Increased operational costs Medium
39 Zamfara Dansadau January 02, 2026 The Zamfara State Police Command has rescued five women and children who were abducted by suspected bandits along the DansadauGusau highway. Public Safety, Community Trust, Human Trafficking Medium
40 Jigawa Dutse January 02, 2026 The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested 17 suspected criminals during a series of raids carried out across different parts of the state, recovering weapons, illicit drugs and items believed to be stolen. Firearms Trafficking Low