This security map indicates the intensity of threats across Nigeria in the last 7 days.
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- 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 | Lagos | Pokia | January 14, 2026 | A fatal road accident occurred on Wednesday in Lagos when an empty petrol tanker ran into a commercial motorcycle, killing both the rider and his passenger at Pokia Junction, inward Araga, along the EpeIjebu Road in Epe. | Transportation Accident | Low |
| 22 | Bauchi | Dagga | January 13, 2026 | The Bauchi State Police Command has rescued a 45-year-old man abducted by armed men in Dagga village, Toro Local Government Area of the state. | Security breaches, Kidnapping, Human trafficking | Medium |
| 23 | Sokoto | Gajit | January 13, 2026 | Armed men loyal to infamous leader, Bello Turji raided Gajit community in Lajinge District, Sabon-Birni LGA, Sokoto State, leaving two people injured and kidnapping at least 20 residents. | Kidnapping, Ransom Demands, Human Trafficking | High |
| 24 | Kaduna | Kaura | January 13, 2026 | Seven suspected criminals have been neutralised by troops of the Joint Task Force under Operation Enduring Peace during a raid on a criminal hideout in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, while a kidnapped woman was rescued unharmed. | Security breaches, Supply chain disruptions, Human trafficking | High |
| 25 | Kano | Tudun Bojuwa Quarters | January 13, 2026 | The Kano State Police Command has foiled suspected explosive and drug trafficking attempts in two separate intelligence-led operations, leading to the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of detonating materials and illicit drugs. | Illicit trade, organized crime, public health risks | Medium |
| 26 | Yobe | Kayari | January 13, 2026 | A family dispute that erupted during a wedding ceremony in Kayari village, Fune Local Government Area of Yobe State, has left one person dead and several others injured. | Community unrest, Economic instability, Safety concerns | Medium |
| 27 | Niger | Borgu | January 13, 2026 | Bandits have reportedly killed an 85 year grandmother and looted food items in Borgu Local Government Area in Niger State, hours after Governor Umar Bago ordered residents of hamlets around the Kainji Lake to relocate due to security concerns. | Homicide | Medium |
| 28 | Ogun | Koro-Otun | January 13, 2026 | The Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps said that one person died in an accident involving two trucks on Tuesday, at Koro-Otun, around Osi Roundabout in Ota, Ogun. | Transportation Accident | Medium |
| 29 | Kano | Kanye | January 13, 2026 | No fewer than 17 tricycles and two petrol tankers were destroyed in two separate fire incidents at filling stations in Kano State on Tuesday. The incident occurred at about 8:45 pm at AA Ayagi Filling Station, Kanye Village, along Gwarzo Road in Kabo Local Government Area of the state. | Supply chain disruption, Economic losses, Business continuity | Medium |
| 30 | Edo | Akwocha | January 13, 2026 | The Edo Police Command has arrested 18-year-old Obehi Odine for staging her own kidnapping, while 11 others were arrested for their alleged involvement in a kidnapping syndicate.The state commands Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, said exhibits, including firearms, were recovered during the operations. She was arrested for staging her own kidnap and demanding a ransom of 10 million. | Kidnapping for Ransom, Human Trafficking | Low |
| 31 | Jigawa | Rinde Quarters | January 13, 2026 | Ten (10) suspects involved in series of operations in armed robbery, drug trafficking, and other crimes across the state have been apprehended by the Jigawa State Police Command. | Public Safety Threats, Security Breaches, Community Unrest | Medium |
| 32 | Kano | Rimin Kebe | January 13, 2026 | No fewer than 17 tricycles and two petrol tankers were destroyed in two separate fire incidents at filling stations in Kano State on Tuesday. The incident occurred at Al-Wahida Nigeria Limited Filling Station at Rimin Kebe, Karshen Kwalta in Nassarawa Local Government Area, involving a petrol tanker belonging to BA Bello Company with registration number KHX 29 XA, which was conveying about 45,000 litres of petroleum products. It destroyed the tanker truck head and part of the tanker body, while 17 tricycle machines (Adaidaita Sahu) were completely burnt, he said. | Supply Chain Disruption, Economic Losses | Medium |
| 33 | Ondo | Oda | January 13, 2026 | Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested a 30-year-old Togolese, John Apiah, for allegedly engaging in human trafficking and visa scams in the state. | Organized crime, Public health risks, Social unrest | High |
| 34 | Zamfara | Gidan Yawa | January 12, 2026 | A bandit attack in Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State has left one person dead, 10 others abducted, and several cattle stolen. The raid occurred at about 12:40 am on Monday, when armed men, firing sporadically, attacked Gidan Yawa and Lamuntani villages through Gulubba District | Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, and Community Unrest | Medium |
| 35 | Kaduna | Kadagen Kauru | January 12, 2026 | Bandits have continued to attack several communities in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting residents and killing others, according to a security report shared on social media. | Civil Unrest, Economic Instability, Infrastructure Disruption | High |
| 36 | Lagos | Epe | January 12, 2026 | Tragedy engulfed Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, branch in the Epe area of Lagos State after a truck conveying sharp sand veered off the road and crashed into a church building, leaving six worshippers dead and several others injured. | Operational Disruption, Financial Loss, Regulatory Non-Compliance | High |
| 37 | Kaduna | Kadagen Kauru | January 12, 2026 | Bandits have continued to attack several communities in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting residents and killing others, according to a security report shared on social media. | Operational disruption, Supply chain disruption, Physical harm | High |
| 38 | Kebbi | Bayawa | January 12, 2026 | Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Suleman Mamuda, for allegedly killing his wife, Umaima Maidawa, 25, in Bayawa village, Augie Local Government Area of the state. | Social unrest, community distrust, local governance challenges | Medium |
| 39 | Zamfara | Kotorkoshi | January 12, 2026 | Operatives of the Zamfara State Police Command have arrested two suspected gunrunners and recovered two locally fabricated AK-47 rifles during a stop-and-search operation along the GusauFuntua Highway. | Organized crime, public safety, security breaches | Medium |
| 40 | Zamfara | Gidan Yawa | January 12, 2026 | A bandit attack in Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State has left one person dead, 10 others abducted, and several cattle stolen. The raid occurred at about 12:40 am on Monday, when armed men, firing sporadically, attacked Gidan Yawa and Lamuntani villages through Gulubba District | Operational Disruption, Financial Loss, and Security Threats | High |